A Norman Rockwell painting come to life, the Beef'n Barrel feels like a moment in time, trapped in amber. Pride takes a front seat at this five decades old eatery. Pride in service, pride in familiarity, and pride in food. The Beef on Weck is the best in NY State. Game over. Full stop. Silky smooth hand carved beef, draped on a pillowy bun flecked with crunchy caraway seeds, dressed only with raw horseradish. Perfection. The desserts are all homemade with a grandmother's touch. There really is no better place to duck into and seek warm refuge from a cold snowy night. read more

this place used to be the staple in Olean New York. Haven't been there in a couple years. Decided to go back for a beep on Wick. It was awful. The meat was so chewy you couldn't even chew it. I recommend to go to Ellicottville for beef work much better for both. You can make the trip. read more

Service was great, didn't wait even a moment to be asked how I was doing and got me seated right away. I started with the Baked french onion soup au gratin, a bit saltier than I would've liked but still overall I enjoyed it. The melted cheese was perfect and the onion flavor of the soup was good. I've been recommended the Beef on "wick" by a few people, so I got that with a side of hot German potato salad and cole slaw. The sandwich was good, came with 2 slices of pickles. It's definitely for show since they stack the meat more into the center so the cut looks big, but that's ok, it was still a good bite of roast beef. The hot German potato salad was my first time having that, and it was not what I was expecting. There was a tangy flavor along with the potato and bacon, couldn't figure out what it was, but I liked it. Cole slaw was also pretty good, not too much I can say about that. Overall I enjoyed the food, and service was good, no major complaints about this place, there's a reason why they're the most reviewed in Olean. read more

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Beef on weck is still good. Was a little tough this time around though, couldn't eat it easily. Smaller than they used to be

I moved out of the area 20 years ago and came for visit. I always loved Beef' n Berrel and wanted to go while in town. It did not disappoint!!!! Great as always!!! read more

Working out of town. Dinner good as always. Efficiently staff. Great service. Best part of my steak dinner was using Cutco knives. That is a sign of quality. Thank you read more

Probably one of the better options in the small town but it's nothing all that great. The food is good but not something that I feel like I need to eat often. Prices are reasonable and service was good. read more

Beef'n Barrel - Beef on wick with German potato salad - Steakhouses Near Me - Olean, New York

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Gourmet beef on weck experience, friendly and attentive staff, and amazing desserts Can't wait for next trip! read more

Beef'n Barrel - Best roast beef on a kummelweck roll I've had in a. long, long time - Steakhouses Near Me - Olean, New York

Got the mushroom jack chicken breast and tried some of the roast beef with mashed potatoes. Everything was bland and uninspired. The service was good, but the food was unfortunately dry and not flavorful. Ambiance was fine. read more

This is an iconic style restaurant. Feels as though it has been a family business for a long time and it shows. Great food and ambiance. You will not leave wanting or hungry. If you happen to have room, the deserts are memorable. read more

18 minutes and no offer of drinks or order taken. Disappointed Usually this is a favorite

Food was delicious place is clean service was very friendly will return again. Great salads and sandwiches

On a road trip home following our granddaughter's college graduation in Pittsburgh, PA, we searched Yelp for a place to eat along the way - Olean, NY. The reviews were very promising, but our experience was even better than we could have hoped. The restaurant is lovely and very inviting. The staff is friendly and welcoming. Our meals were outstanding. We both had the Beef on Weck platter ... very generous servings and absolutely delicious in every way! read more

Upon entering we were greeted and seated immediately. Our waitress suggested the house speciality which is beef on wick. This place is authentic. We started with a cup of their chili. The chili is pretty standard, not too spicy yet tasty. The beef on wick is cut and cooked to order. It is very good and came as requested. The German potato salad is authentic and served warm. Their burgers are tasty and hand pressed. This restaurant is clean and well run. read more

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As a regular diner I thoroughly enjoy BnB's food entrees. The daily Five Specials give one a wide variety of chicken and fish choices separate from the gamut of beef entrees. Recently I enjoyed Saturday's 16" rack of dry rubbed ribs with sauce. Took home plenty for wife and me. Standard Potato plus the Cole slaw is crunchy with a mild mayo sauce. Plus, Tom served up an 8" chef salad to whet my appetite. Always nice to chat with two bartenders, men and women. I am amazed they can concoct, serve drinks, and take orders while kibitzing with folks on the other side of the bar. Like us, they have tough days occasionally, but they swallow it at the door. read more

I've been going to the Beef'n Barrel longer than I want to admit. I am guilty of getting the roast beef every time! Either the roast beef sandwich smothered in beef gravy with a side of German potato salad or the beef on weck. Why mess with success? read more

Great local food experience. Wait staff was friendly and attentive. Will come back when visiting the area next time!

My mother grew up near here, and so introduced me to Beef 'n' Barrell about 20 years ago. I had a tiny filet de mignon, but what became my converted follower to B'n'B was their Raspberry Pie. It was soooo good. I've tried to land in WNY ever since I'm in San Francisco), but no luck. This is my favorite restaurant in WNY. I'll always go back. And always hope for Raspberry Pie. The staff is superb in treating kids. Excellent staff. read more

I've traveled this entire world eight times! Never have I been served such a horrible steak! I asked for a medium Rare 8oz. sirloin and I got a totally raw piece of the toughest steak I've ever had! Took it home and my dog wouldn't even eat it! No ratings period! Negative 1 read more

From the soup to the entree, great food and atmosphere. Wait staff was excellent, will definitely be back.

Terrific service and food would highly recommend. The menu options offer a variety for all tastes and the atmosphere was very relaxed and comfortable. read more

Service is always on point, great atmosphere and beautiful bar! As a local vegetarian this isn't my first choice but they are always accommodating and the desserts are also worth mentioning! Great standby! Must visit for out of towners! read more

The food is great. Rolls are made from scratch. Homemade salad dressing. Homemade soup. Absolutely the best drinks in the area. Excellent beef " no matter what you get". Best service from top to bottom. This place runs like a Swiss watch and they make you feel like family. The place is decked out with incredible oak trim the most well kept place in town. Six stars. read more

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Enjoyed the Beef on Weck with German Potato salad. The salt on the bun along with the flavor of their beef makes it a must try. Others had spaghetti, Mac and cheese and the stuffed banana peppers appetizer. Everything was delicious. read more

We had 5 of us for dinner and we all loved our food! The roast beef sandwich with mushrooms and cheese was great! The servings are huge and come with sides too! We went with good friends and really loved it! I highly recommend it! The service was great too! We enjoyed the left overs just as much! What a well-run family- owned establishment! read more

A hometown treasure. My entire family loved it here. We ALWAYS request our most favorite server Isy. She gives us the best service!!! All the servers are great but Isy is just our most FAVORITE. She always goes above and beyond for our family. The food is always hot and fresh. Every day there are delicious specials. And that includes a soup special, drink special, and a dessert special as well! Can't beat the Beef! read more

Great place I found on Yelp in Olean NY. The place is spotless and you can tell it's a long time staple in town. Michelle at the bar was so nice and everything came out quickly and hot!! I had beef soup, house made for sure and delicious. Then there's the beef on weck...amazing roast beef sandwich just the way you want it . One of the best I've had!! read more

Beef'n Barrel - Best beef on weck ever!! - Steakhouses Near Me - Olean, New York

I like this place and the food is good here! Friendly staff. Prime rib is delicious and patrons are friendly here. This prime rib is the best I've had in a while. Beer is wee is delicious. I will be back! read more

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Awesome food. Awesome staff. We ate here two nights in a row on our visit. Definitely enough food options. Handled custom requests very well. read more

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Was looking forward to eating here from a friends suggestion. The steaks were very tender and had a good flavor but I ordered a medium and it came out medium-well, my son ordered a medium-rare and it came out medium. Our potatoes were old and tasted and looked like they had been baked early in the day or possibly the day before. The Baked French onion soup was mediocre and a bit salty. The rolls were just plain ol' dinner rolls. The atmosphere was good and inviting with lots of tables and booths. There was no wait and we sat down immediately on a Monday evening. Overall, the steak was probably the selling point to this restaurant. read more

All I can say is ,I don't care where you are coming from, the roast beef you will have at Beef and Barrel is definitely worth the drive! Not to mention the service is as good as it gets also! I usually get the Beef on Kimmelwick, with an order of their crinkle cut fries, and a side of their delicious beef gravy, made from the juices of the beef( no can gravy here). I highly recommend , if you haven't already experienced their menu, to give it a try the next time you are itching for a great beef on weck sandwich. The ride down to Olean itself is worth the trip! read more

Beef'n Barrel - Beef on Weck with Fries and gravy - Steakhouses Near Me - Olean, New York

Superb waitstaff. Watch Sue balance 6-orders at once as she rushes throughout the tables. Delicious steak, burgers, beef liver w/ onions, and prime rib. Not only that, but the BEST raspberry pie in the world. read more

I love the food here. When we are in the area, we try to stop by for lunch. Service is good. Nice restaurant/pub ambiance feeling.

Atmosphere-great, service- perfect. Food- delicious and high quality! Even the gravy and au jus are really good. I eat here every time I come to Olean with occasional trips added in between just to eat here! read more

Beef'n Barrel - Roast beef on weck - Steakhouses Near Me - Olean, New York

A great surprise and delicious lunch were had here, en route to Ohio. The roast beef was excellent! I had it on a Kimmel wick role, which added a nice touch. The horseradish is top notch! And the homemade soup was great, as well. We were very happy with the service, and the host was super, too. read more

Wife and I go at least twice a month. Specials are always good. Everyone friendly and accommodating. Clean, comfortable inside dining. Best beef around. read more

I had an enjoyable meal at their outdoor seating. Very friendly staff & a delicious meal. French onion soup was the best! I also purchased Kimilwick rolls to go read more

Beef'n Barrel - Beef on Wick platter - Steakhouses Near Me - Olean, New York

Just had dinner here last night. Food was great, ambiance was nice but to be honest, the service was the best part.

I absolutely love their beef and cheddar melt, but I prefer on their weck roll versus their sub roll!!! I've had it both ways, the salty weck is the best way to have it, in my opinion. It's so big, I can get four meals out of it. read more

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An Olean classic. You can't go wrong here. My favorite thing to do is get appetizers and desserts but their beef bar is delicious. It's nice that when you ask for rare, you get rare, if you want medium well, you get medium well. Definitely a hometown staple. read more