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The Butcher and Barrel, Cincinnati, OH

The Butcher and Barrel

4.6
4.6
1582 Reviews
$30 and under
Argentinian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 20 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
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
    Argentinian, Steakhouse
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu, Sun 16:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–23:00
  • 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
  • Area
    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, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,582 people are saying

The Butcher and Barrel reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Butcher and Barrel offers a memorable dining experience with its "amazing service" and "delicious food." Known for its Argentinian and Italian-inspired dishes, standout items include the "short rib gnocchi" and "Argentine dinner for two." The atmosphere is inviting, making it perfect for special occasions or a casual night out.

1,582 Reviews
  1. cjb20 VIP

    Chicago28 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great looking spot. Food pretty good and lots of it. Worth checking out.

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  2. SamanthaS

    Cincinnati3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and I dined in recently before a show nearby. The service was impeccable, the food was delicious, the drinks were top notch, and the ambiance was perfect for a romantic night on the town. We had the fried deviled eggs, skirt steak, lobster ravioli, and the tiramisu mousse and every single item was delicious. Can’t wait to come back to try more food!

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Cincinnati5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Having dinner before an event at the Cincinnati music hall. Four of us each had something different. Lobster ravioli (7/10), short rib gnocchi (10/10), filet mignon (8/10), 16 oz ribeye steak 10/10 and sides were sufficient for sharing among the four of us: fries, asparagus, cream spinach were excellent 10/10. Ambiance was great, our server was on point (Jennifer) for everything. Great chemistry between our group and her! General manager check on us and helped us heat a medium steak to more medium well! We were also treating our guests in celebration of their wedding anniversary. Our guests plan to add this restaurant to their rotation.

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  4. Richard

    Cincinnati13 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    As soon as we walked in, we got a whiff of what smelled like sewage. This lingered around the entrance, and we noticed it again when we left. I hope it's been taken care of. My partner had a very good steak au poivre; I had halibut and shrimp, which were both a little overcooked and tough. Both meals were heavily salted, and I had to stop before finishing my plate because the saltiness was just too much. So many restaurants oversalt their food in hopes that you'll buy more drinks. It's a tacky technique. We enjoyed our cocktails and the gelato. The service was friendly and attentive. Overall, I expect better from a place where you can expect to leave behind $100 per person.

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  5. JoeW

    Chicago4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome food and very attentive and knowledgeable staff. Can’t wait to go back.

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  6. Lydia VIP

    Cincinnati1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an enjoyable dinner with Jennifer K as our server. She was very kind and offered great suggestions for drinks and food. The ambiance was wonderful and we will be sure to return!

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  7. Brandon VIP

    Orlando18 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    We used to love this place but there’s a downhill slide happening here. Tonight was the most bizarre dining experience we have ever encountered. Food was grossly over seasoned. Service was slow and just an absolute mess. We waited 15 minutes without silverware with our appetizers on the table. I could go on and on but I’ll just leave it at this. Disappointed would be an understatement. We won’t be back.

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  8. Mary Lynn VIP

    Cincinnati37 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is not inexpensive but it was really good. We shared an appetizer and a dinner which made it more affordable. Atmosphere is cozy.
    The Butcher and BarrelResponded on 4 March 2025
    Hey Mary Lynn, We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience at The Butcher and Barrel! It's great to know that you found our food to be good and our atmosphere cozy. We always strive to provide an affordable dining experience for our guests. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to serving you again soon. Best, The Management Team

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  9. Kristen

    New York City1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 1
    Food is solid, service was very good. However, if they're having a very busy night you get walked through the back of the restaurant into a space that I am assuming is for large parties. There is no nice decor and we were given a table that needed a tablecloth with four hard metal chairs, that i would use on a patio. Very uncomfortable and zero ambiance for a $400 check. We will not be returning.
    The Butcher and BarrelResponded on 4 March 2025
    Thanks for visiting us, Kristen. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and found our service to be good. However, we're sorry to hear about your discomfort with the table setting. We understand that a well-designed dining atmosphere is important to our guests, and we regret that we fell short in this instance. We appreciate your feedback and will take it into consideration as we strive to improve. We hope you'll reconsider and give us another chance to provide a better dining experience. The Management Team, The Butcher and Barrel

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  10. Carrie

    Cincinnati3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    DELICIOUS!!! Party of 4 there to celebrate my husband's birthday and everything was really good. We had a great server who made good suggestions for drinks and meals. We will definitely be returning.
    The Butcher and BarrelResponded on 4 March 2025
    Thanks for the feedback, Carrie! We're thrilled to hear that you and your party had a wonderful time celebrating your husband's birthday at The Butcher and Barrel. It's great to know that our food and drinks met your expectations. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back for more celebrations in the future!

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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 1582 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
19:00
Booked 20 times today

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Google Map for The Butcher and Barrel

700 Race Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Race
  • Area
    Cincinnati
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu, Sun 16:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–23:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Argentinian, 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, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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