After Dark
The Birch
About The Birch
Located in Norfolk, VA, The Birch offers a relaxed but refined bar experience that brings together character, quality, and comfort in one inviting destination. With its retro-inspired atmosphere and a strong focus on craft beer, this neighborhood favorite serves 21 carefully selected brews alongside satisfying food options like cheese boards and grilled cheese sandwiches.
Whether you’re stopping in for a casual drink, meeting friends for a laid-back night out, or looking for a place to unwind on your own, The Birch creates a setting that feels both welcoming and memorable.
Its casual, cozy, and trendy vibe makes it an easy choice for guests who appreciate a bar with personality and substance.
What sets The Birch apart is its balance of great service and thoughtful details. Guests consistently praise the fast service and excellent beer selection, and the business has earned an impressive 4.70 out of 5 rating from 413 reviews, reflecting a strong reputation for quality and customer satisfaction.
With options for outdoor seating, dine-in, takeaway, and delivery, it offers flexibility for every kind of visit. The Birch also welcomes solo diners, allows outside food, and provides table service, making it a practical and comfortable spot for a wide range of occasions.
From happy-hour drinks and food at the bar to a full selection of beer, alcohol, and food, the experience is designed to be enjoyable, easy, and satisfying from start to finish.
Accessibility and convenience are also thoughtfully built into the experience. The Birch provides a wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance, and toilet, helping ensure that more guests can visit with confidence and ease. Reservations are accepted, and payment is simple with credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments.
With restroom facilities on site and a location at 1231 W Olney Rd, Norfolk, VA 23507, The Birch stands out as a dependable and appealing bar for locals and visitors alike. For anyone seeking a high-quality place to enjoy great beer, good food, and a welcoming atmosphere, The Birch delivers an experience worth returning to.
Live Music
Top DJs and live acts
Craft Cocktails
Premium drink menu
VIP Service
Exclusive experiences
Events
Themed nights weekly
The Experience
Your Night Awaits
Premium Bar
Craft cocktails, top-shelf spirits, and an extensive wine list crafted by expert mixologists.
Dance Floor
State-of-the-art sound system and lighting that transforms every night into magic.
VIP Lounge
Exclusive bottle service and private areas for those seeking a more intimate experience.
About Us
Where Nights Come Alive
Whether it's a night out with friends, a celebration, or simply letting loose, we're here to make it unforgettable.
The Vibe
See what awaits you tonight
What People Say
Reviews from our guests
Adam Pacchiana
4 years agoGreat little bar focused on quality beers, drinks and food. Delicious cheese and charcuterie boards and collection of mac & cheeses. Bakehouse next door also delivers fantastic sourdough pizza.
Jacob Beckelhymer
9 years agoWorld class beer bar - no kidding, look them up online. The Birch is among the best in the world, there is a beer or cider for every drinker on the menu here. Never pretentious or condescending, just good drinks and nice folks.
Andrew Ashby
6 years agoCozy pub with wide selection of craft beers on tap and in bottle, including an interesting selection of non-alcoholic options. Had the melted goat cheese with crackers and bread as a snack—excellent!
She Brews
2 years agoThe Birch was an incredible experience, they had many options of draft beers to try via beer flight and the food we had was excellent.
kwhite87
7 years agoFive Stars!!!! This place offers a plethora of brews, ciders, and delicious dishes. It was a busy Saturday night, but service was great at the bar. I will definitely return soon!
Kaz Griffon
3 years agoWe love to come here and try a flight of very unique beers, ciders, and meads. The favorite this time was the white fig mead from South Africa! We had to take a growler home with us! The grilled cheese pairings are also amazing!
Jason Edinger
3 years agoThe staff is fantastic, and the beer selection is top notch. Make sure to check online for special beer nights! The food is good, and you can get amazing pizzas next door to eat here as well.
Infrequent
6 months agoGreat upscale bar, with very good food and a large assortment of eclectic beers. Can also bring in pizza from the bakery next door.
Rick Fitzgibbon
7 years agoDefinitely should be on the list of the best beer bars in the US. Oh wait it is... This rotation has on a few Italian beers. I had no idea the Italians are producing such amazing beers. That is exactly the experience I was hoping to get and The Birch did not disappoint! The staff is also super friendly and helpful. I read a post on The Birch being a bit pricy. For this quality it’s actually inexpensive. Happy Hour is 5-7 during the week with drafts a $1 off.
ak lammers
7 years agoOne night back in town, decided to stop by an old favorite. Did not disappoint; great food, great bier, and great service again after a couple of years. Thanks, Erin! Again the Sump was great, try to find some Last Buffalo by Funky Buddha for some FL love.
Food & Drinks
Menu & Prices
Items
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Birch
- Saturday: 4-10 PM
- Sunday: 3-8 PM
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday: Closed
- Wednesday: 5-9 PM
- Thursday: 5-9 PM
- Friday: 4-10 PM
The Birch is located at 1231 W Olney Rd, Norfolk, VA 23507, United States, Norfolk, VA, United States.
You can reach The Birch by calling +1 757-962-5400.
The Birch has a rating of 4.7 out of 5 based on 413 customer reviews.
The Birch features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
The Birch features the following service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Takeaway, Dine-in.
The Birch features the following highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection.
The Birch features the following popular for: Solo dining.
The Birch features the following offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Food, Food at bar, Happy-hour drinks.
The Birch features the following dining options: Outside food allowed, Seating, Table service.
The Birch features the following amenities: Restroom.
The Birch features the following atmosphere: Casual, Cozy, Trendy.
The Birch features the following crowd: Groups, Tourists.
The Birch features the following planning: Accepts reservations.
The Birch features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments.
The Birch features the following parking: Free street parking.
Business Features
Highlights & Amenities
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
Popular for
- Solo dining
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Food
- Food at bar
- Happy-hour drinks
Dining options
- Outside food allowed
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Parking
- Free street parking
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Location
1231 W Olney Rd, Norfolk, VA 23507, United StatesPhone
+1 757-962-5400Hours
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