The Butcher's Tale

4.8

983 Reviews

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

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2 people

Dec 20, 2024

9:00 PM

Booked 35 times today

Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails
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The Butchers Tale presents a fresh approach to the culinary world of artisanal meats, bringing back favorites and introducing new tangy, melt-in-your-mouth options including Wagyu beef, double-cut smoked pork chops, our smoked beef long rib, grilled oysters and other extensive seafood offerings.

The Butchers Tale has every mood, taste, budget, and craving covered, from specialty meats and steaks like Wagyu and prime steaks in our main dining room; to juicy burgers, fried chicken and handmade brats on our award-winning patio and beer garden. The Butchers Tale has everything needed to spend memorable time with family, friends and neighbors. We also feature 3 great private dining and event spaces that accommodate groups from 8 people up to 120.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Seafood, Barbecue
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
Phone number
(612) 236-4075
Website
http://www.butchertstale.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Ben Weiss
Private party facilities
The Butcher's Tale has 3 unique Private event spaces to choose from. Please contact us or visit our website for more information.

Location
1121 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403-1705
Neighborhood
Downtown / North Loop
Cross street
S 12th Street
Parking details
Valet availableStreet metered parkingPublic Garage (Pay)
Public transit
Warehouse District/Hennepin Avenue Station Minneapolis-Saint Paul Metro Transit Light Rail (Hiawatha Line)
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 983 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Minneapolis - St. Paul
Steakhouse
Twin Cities / Minneapolis
Best Food
Twin Cities / Minneapolis
Best Service
Twin Cities / Minneapolis
Great for fine wines

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Butcher's Tale offers a "fantastic experience" with "amazing" food and "outstanding" service. Known for its steaks, particularly the "perfectly cooked" Wagyu and filet mignon, it also impresses with its unique appetizers and cocktails. The ambiance is lively, ideal for celebrations, though it can get "a bit loud."

983 Reviews

S
Scott
Minneapolis
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server was phenomenal and the food was excellent. Spent more than expected for a table in the bar area, but 100% will be back.
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Aimee
VIP
Demoland (US)
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on December 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always great!! Got us in and out to make it to the show at the Orpheum. And the sticky ribs are a MUST!!
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Barb
Minneapolis
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on December 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Accommodating, professional, casual and friendly. Superb service by bartenders and wait staff. Excellent food.
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James
VIP
St. Louis
15 reviews
4.0
15 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
First time visiting we made a reservation for Saturday night. The restaurant was busy which was taken as a good sign. Once seated we ordered cocktails and an appetizer. Both were good and delivered promptly. Everyone ordered steak which was very good and prepared as it should. The only thing that wasn't great was the side but that's a minor complaint. Overall very good and would definitely return.
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Maureen
South Dakota
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We always love a fine dining experience and look for new places to eat! Hands down one of the best restaurants we have been too. Can’t wait to return!
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Ken
VIP
New York City
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Amazing food. Ate at the bar. Great experience. The pork chop was ridiculously good and the biggest thing I was ever served. Delicious.
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Ronald
VIP
Atlanta Metro
26 reviews
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Extremely loud, but food and service is excellent.
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Michelle
Minneapolis
12 reviews
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We had a very good meal -four of us on a busy Friday night in the bar section of the restaurant. Sausage, steak and scallops, with carrots and potatoes for sides. The drinks were a bit slow to come, but the food was well prepared. It's a pricey restaurant, so don't expect any "bargain items" on the menu. But overall very good.
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Kate
VIP
Phoenix
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and outstanding service. Ask for Charles!
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Bill
Minneapolis
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food, especially anything smoked (sausages, prime rib, pork chop, beef ribs). It is a louder dining room given the open and active kitchen. Those with hearing issues may wish to sit on the bar side of the restaurant.
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The Butcher's Tale is rated 4.8 stars by 983 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 20, 2024

9:00 PM

Booked 35 times today

1121 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403-1705

Additional information

Cross street
S 12th Street
Neighborhood
Downtown / North Loop
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Seafood, Barbecue
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet availableStreet metered parkingPublic Garage (Pay)
Public transit
Warehouse District/Hennepin Avenue Station Minneapolis-Saint Paul Metro Transit Light Rail (Hiawatha Line)
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Ben Weiss
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.butchertstale.com/
Phone number
(612) 236-4075
Private party facilities
The Butcher's Tale has 3 unique Private event spaces to choose from. Please contact us or visit our website for more information.

The Butcher's Tale

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Popular dishes

12 OZ Bone-in Filet Mignon

Lobster Mac & Cheese

The Butcher Burger

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What 983 people are saying

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