Seward Neighborhood Veggie Cafe invites Nostaghia
Wednesday, August 17, 2005
Nestled in the near southside neighborhood of Seward is an old creamery and former grocer deli modernized and turned into this cafe. While Birchwood has transformed to fit the times, it remains local and very much a neighborhood fixture to meet its demographic. Inside you find a deli-like counter with a gaggle of young (and not so young) counter-cultural counter workers making some very delicious baked and stirred veggie dishes for anytime of the day or night. Birchwood, it could easily be said, emerged from the crunchy granola era of restaurant/cafes with simple, organic, and wholesome soups, salads and sandwiches. Whether it is 9-grain goodness, crusty French, or yesty sour dough, they all compliment the tasty breakfast, lunch and dinner offerings. Waffles are a recommended morning dish. Check out their thick and rich soups of the day made from squash and ginger or other exotic vegetables. In the evening try the Salmon cakes or the Greek Spanikopita with spinach, feta and dill inside flaky phyllo bread. Over the years, Birchwood has let down its veggie guard a bit and you might find turkey, ham and bacon on their sandwiches. They even have pizza's with pepperoni! Entries $7 to $13, deserts $3 to $5. Kids menu. Wine and beer.