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The Butcher and Barrel, Cincinnati, OH

The Butcher and Barrel

4.6
4.6
1481 Reviews
$30 and under
Argentinean

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 27 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
The Butcher and Barrel prides itself on maintaining tradition while preparing each and every dish using the traditional culinary experience & recipes from Juan Imeroni's Argentine heritage to develop a menu that Cincinnati has never experienced before. The Latin American & Italian inspired cuisine is made with fresh, local & imported ingredients that are sure to make each bite better than the last! So come, experience what it's like to travel to another part of the world in your own city.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Argentinean, Steakhouse
  • Hours of operation
    Tue, Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (513) 954-8974
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    James Karlson
  • Catering
    Catering is available via Che
  • Private party facilities
    Butcher and Barrel boasts one of Cincinnati's most unique private dining/celebration areas!
  • Private party contact
    Steven Campbell - Private Events Coordinator : (513) 954-8974
  • Neighborhood
    Cincinnati
  • Cross street
    Race
  • Parking details
    On street parking and several adjacent lots and garages.
  • Public transit
    Cincinnati Metro Bus
  • Entertainment
    The lounge area offers an exciting happy hour and live music as well as DJ's. Sophisticated comfort to enjoy a night out.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,481 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

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Review summary

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The Butcher and Barrel offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing service" and "delicious food." Guests rave about the Argentinian-inspired menu featuring standout dishes like short rib gnocchi and empanadas. The vibrant atmosphere is perfect for special occasions or casual get-togethers. Don't miss the highly-praised "lobster ravioli."

1,481 Reviews
  1. Terra

    Orlando

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved it here. Our food was prompt and delicious. Beer suggestion was on point. Our server was personable and knowledgeable but never invasive. 10/10 experience.

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  2. Kevin

    Atlanta Metro

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was great and service was on point, definitely plan to return

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  3. David

    Louisville

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great apps. Bring. A group of 4 or more and order them all. Can’t go wrong. Also a big fan of the bone in ribeye. Great flavor.

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  4. Kevin

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    There is something so satisfying about a large plate of delicious assorted meats and a glass of scotch. Good times.

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  5. dan

    Cincinnati

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dined on a Sunday evening and the restaurant was not busy. The service was excellent and the food was top notch. I’d definitely go back again and try other items on the menu. Gnocchi was awesome!

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  6. Andrew

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great, service was good, wait time was not bad

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  7. Melissa

    Louisville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was absolutely delicious. The service was spot on as well. I will be going back!

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  8. Beate

    Western KY

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The most delicious food I’ve had in a long time at any restaurant. Must have the deviled eggs! And our waiter was wonderful and very attentive.

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  9. Kadine

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had dinner to celebrate my birthday and catch up with an old friend. Jennifer was our server and she was incredible!!! She made our meal so enjoyable. The food was delicious as well. I think we ordered half of the sides menu. 10/10 would recommend!

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  10. JP

    Indiana

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 26, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    The restaurant was accommodating on the phone to changes in the number of expected members of our party. Once we arrived, on time for our reservation, we waited 10 minutes to be seated. Once seated, we waited almost 30 minutes for water and a server- the manager apologized and comped an appetizer. Once our orders were taken, one salad was forgotten; another arrived with no dressing. And then, after having waited 30 minutes for a server and another 20 minutes for our salads, our food arrived 3 minutes after our salads. Sadly, we had no plates to serve and share our parradilla (the house specialty) on and only 1 steak knife for multiple diners. The manager again apologized and comped 2 desserts. But even with that, dinner for 4, with 3 cocktails and a mid-level wine, came in at nearly 90$ a head, inexplicably. From start to finish, a very basic dinner for 4 took 2:50(!). Despite their kindness, there is no reason to recommend this place to any other possible, future diners. Decent food; kind, but inexplicably poor service, with improbable wait times. A near total disappointment.

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FAQs

The Butcher and Barrel offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (513) 954-8974.

The Butcher and Barrel is rated 4.6 stars by 1481 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 27 times today

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Google Map for The Butcher and Barrel

700 Race Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Race
  • Neighborhood
    Cincinnati
  • Hours of operation
    Tue, Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Argentinean, Steakhouse
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    On street parking and several adjacent lots and garages.
  • Public transit
    Cincinnati Metro Bus
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    James Karlson
  • Entertainment
    The lounge area offers an exciting happy hour and live music as well as DJ's. Sophisticated comfort to enjoy a night out.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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