After hearing numerous good reviews on Birch & Barley from critics, food bloggers and everyday reviewers, I was very excited when I finally got to try this place. And the restaurant didn't disappoint. B&B's ever-changing menu relies on seasonal ingredients and chef's mastery: it's filled with beautiful, fresh dishes that use new spins on American cuisine. I've had poussin here, which was perfectly cooked: crispy skin on the outside, tender flesh on the inside, and some of the meat was rolled around a stuffing that brought me back to memories of Thanksgiving. B&B also offers complimentary amuse bouches and breads (at least they do for Restaurant Week), like arrancini with a pea puree and a sweet cornbread that goes well with their soft butter. I didn't sample one of their beers, but they have a huge selection that you're bound to find a favorite from. Also, don't skip dessert - I tried a plate of small goodies (i.e. homemade Hostess cupcake, mint chip ice cream, s'more brownie, oatmeal cookie sandwich) that was to die for.
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