Birk's Restaurant

Americana Menu for the weekend of 5/17/13

Find Out More About Your Birk's Dining Experience By Clicking Through These Links

San Jose is known for its remarkable selection of restaurants. Among the most respected of these is Birk’s Restaurant, a South Bay favorite since 1989. To make the most out of your next fine dining experience, visit these webpages.

• Visit SanJose.org to find out what you can do in downtown San Jose before stopping by Birk’s.
• For a list of activities in downtown San Jose, visit this page from AOL.com.
• For a visual guide to different types of wine, take a look at this webpage.
• At Discovery.com, you can learn about the most popular types of wine.
• Get tips on how to pair wine with your food by visiting this helpful webpage.

Make a reservation with us today by calling (408) 512-3265 or visiting our website.

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The Beginner's Guide to the Different Types of Wine

Wine is not only great for tasting on its own, but also for complementing the flavors of your lunch or dinner here at Birk’s Restaurant. Though the serving staff at Birk’s is extremely knowledgeable when it comes to wine and wine pairings, knowing the basic types of wine can greatly enhance your dining experience:

High-Tannin, Fruity Red Tannins are organic substances used by winemakers to both preserve wine and give it a bitter, dry flavor. Wines that are high in tannins include Cabernet Sauvignon and Petite Syrah. If you are ordering a steak or chops, a glass of Cabernet Sauvignon is a perfect pair with our grilled steaks.

Smooth, Fruity Red Red wine with fewer tannins contains less acidity, providing a smoother taste. Examples include the Pinot Noir, Merlot, and Malbec. If you are ordering lamb at Birk’s, Pinot Noir is an excellent choice. Merlot, on the other hand, goes well with just about anything due to its soft flavor.

Dry White Chardonnay, one of the most common white wines, is consider a dry wine, and has a rich, nutty flavor. Pinot Grigio is also a dry white, but offers a citrusy flavor. Both of these dry wines go well with fish and chicken.

Sweet White Riesling, a popular sweet white that tastes like apricots and peaches, is a great dessert wine. If you find a dry variety, it will go well with pork, chicken, or fish. You can also try a semi-sweet rosé wine like Vin Gris, which is perfect for dessert or appetizers.

Impress your friends with your knowledge of wine by meeting them for lunch or dinner at Birk’s Restaurant of Santa Clara. To make a lunch or dinner reservation at our steakhouse, check out our website today. If you have any questions, take a look at our website or give us a call at (408) 512-3265.

Pairing Pointers for Palate Perfection - [INFOGRAPHIC]

Dining deliciously demands skillful wine pairings. When you’re getting ready to cut into a steak or chop at your favorite restaurant, which wine should fill your glass? To pick the right wine, you have to consider the cut of meat and the sauce that dresses it. Check out this infographic from Birk’s Restaurant, a downtown San Jose steakhouse, to make sure you sip the best wine at every meal. Pass these helpful tips along to your fellow foodies and start planning your orders for your next steakhouse visit!