The staff seem so happy, you can taste it in the food. The 1/2 chicken was as tender as our service. The ambiance is spectacular, dessert was a perfect touch. The staff moved like they knew their places, how to hold themselves, and genuinely grateful for our prescience. The trainee under Robin did a fantastic job tonight, very welcoming, entertaining, funnyyy absolutely loved him (sadly misplaced his name)! *hats off to Robin for her training*. Management (Josh) seemed thoroughly happy to be there and happy to aid the staff, along with providing excellent hospitality. Hugo spritz's 10/10 old fashion also 10/10. read more

If you are looking for a fun restaurant to enjoy a good burger or steak I recommend visiting at least once. They have indoor and outdoor seating and the atmosphere is great. The service was exceptional from start to finish. Everyone was kind and welcoming. We ordered a cheeseburger with fries and a wagyu sirloin that had a red wine reduction, crispy onions, potato gratin and garlic green beans. We also ordered two kids trays which were priced very fair at $9 for the options and amount of food received. Our kids had the fried chicken tenders, grilled steak and picked sides of fries, mashed potatoes and fruit. The kids trays also came with drinks. Since this was a birthday celebration or server did make it special by brining a sweet treat and candle and even discounted my meal! Some things to think about when planning a visit: The restaurant is very loud. Make a reservation! It is popular. Plan parking! The area is full of great restaurants so parking is tough. Paid parking areas are available but limited. read more

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I visited Grand Rapids for business, went here in a Tuesday afternoon and place was busy! I was sat at the bar though right away. First had an old fashioned. I thought an old fashioned was an old fashioned, but this one was delicious and available for happy hour, can't beat that! Then at the bartenders recommendation, I had the meatballs for appetizer and the hangar steak for entree. First, the meatballs, very good, I'd give it a 4/5 minimum. Portion was very respectable, meant for a shareable appetizer but it was just me lol. The ricotta is a delicious touch. Then the hangar steak. It's the best steak I can remember having in a long time, and on a relatively inexpensive cut such as a hangar. I just can't express enough how impressed I was with it. And I'm not a sauce with steak type but the aioli just completes it so well. 5/5, and I'm pretty picky. If I come back to Grand Rapids I will visit here at least once. read more

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Butcher's Union will always be one of my favorite go-to's. They consistently have amazing food and great service. Now that they take reservations online and not just in person, it's so much easier to get a seat! Every time family or friends visit in town this is our first stop. The decor and ambiance is top tier and I wish there were more like it in GR! I highly recommend for a date night or nicer dinner out since it is a nicer place and the prices reflect that somewhat. My favorites are the whipped feta, wagyu sirloin, and the Daisy Du cocktail. For dessert, the bourbon apple crisp and chocolate mouse cake are incredible. But you truly can't go wrong with anything on the menu! read more

Butcher's Union - American Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

This came as a recommendation and we decided to wait for a table. The drinks were delicious and I appreciated the creative way that my Old Fashioned was served. The food was good, two of us ordered the Waygu tenderloin, medium rare; it was blue when it came out. I had ordered a second drink but never received it. The dishes were simple but good. read more

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5/5 all around. Highly recommend making a reservation early in advance because they fill up quickly. Everything we ordered was excellent but the mafaldine was definitely a standout. I've never enjoyed a pasta dish so much before! It was quite loud but overall had a great time and would certainly come back. read more

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Hype is REAL around Butcher's Union. Came here to visit a friend who just moved into the area! The ambience is very vibey - reminds me of a big city spot specifically DC for whatever reason, ha. I felt like had to try THE burger (BU butcher's beef blend, cheddar, caramelized onions, spicy pickles, creamy aioli, griddled brioche). This ate like a fancy Big Mac - and I mean that in the most complimentary way. So tasty! I, of course, had to add the hand cut fries. These were done VERY well. Also, they had a very SOLID spicy bloody mary. So why only 4 stars then? Welp, best burger in the state still goes to Ricewood (Friday & Saturday only!) - that smoked brisket burger is dang good. I'd come back to BU to try other items and enjoy their patio. Reservations can be made on OpenTable. read more

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Wow this place was busy. Luckily I had a friend who is a regular, save me a seat at the bar. Bartenders were busy but never too busy to check on us. They made some fancy craft cocktails. What a show! I had a few cocktails and my friends had dinner- they both ordered the steak and Brussels. Ha. It looked good. The cocktail menu has some staples and also has some seasonal/ rotating options. They have happy hour from 4-6, I just missed it. Happy hour is deals on food and drink. Service was great. We sat, drank, ate and chatted for a couple hours. I should come back for happy hour and dinner. Bathrooms are clean. Parking is a pain. No valet. Street parking with meters or lot metered parking is about all there is. The nearby construction doesn't help either. So if you're going there, leave a little early to ensure you have time to find parking and walk. Parking read more

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My partner and I dined at Butcher's Union to celebrate our 42nd wedding anniversary. To start things off, we had drinks: The Squirming Coil and Paloma. The Squirming Coil is a weird name for an Old Fashioned but it was delicious. It's served without ice, which is really weird, but it was good, and so was the Paloma. The Mediterranean Toast was our appetizer and it was delicious but $14.25 for one slice of toast with tomatoes, feta and seasoning just seemed like a lot of $'s. Our entrees were: Salmon - skin was soggy and it smelled slightly fishy, so I'm sure it was not fresh. We eat and prepare a lot of salmon and this rates a 6 on 1 to 10. The fish was moist - well prepared except for the soggy skin and the aroma. Butcher's Cut ribeye - The last time we dinned here, my partner had the wago NY strip and it was really tough and lacked flavor. The ribeye is 1000% better than the wagu. The ribeye was perfectly cooked and came with three tiny smashed potatoes and six skinny sprigs of asparagus. Overall, it was good, just light on the potatoes and asparagus. For $54, a couple more potatoes ($0.50 tops) and a few more sprigs of asparagus ($1 tops) would have made it complete. The server had the softest voice and was exceptionally hard to hear in this popular and well-attended restaurant, but was a good server. read more

After many years of wanting to come, it took this restaurant making the Yelp top 100 list to finally get me to come make a reservation for my wife's birthday. It was everything we hoped for and more. With stellar service, starting with a warm greeting and an invitation to dine in the heated patio courtyard (which I highly recommend - even in the middle of one of the coldest winters on record it was delightfully comfortable). And then a customized hand written Birthday card, we felt right at home. To start off, we got the Brussels sprouts and French fries - and both were divine. The sprouts were crispy, salty and had that hint of sweet maple with cubes of delicious bacon mixed in. The fries were salty, crunchy, and covered with a perfectly cooked egg while paired with two of the most delightful sauce choices I've ever had. Our main course ended up being the chopped salad with chicken and steak added and they were the perfect size while getting to experience a rather generous portion of the best steak I think I have ever had. It truly melted in my mouth... And then not only did we order a lemon meringue for dessert, but we were given a complimentary cup of chocolate mousse with a birthday candle! The combination of the food, service, and ambiance created a truly unforgettable experience. read more

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Great food, desserts and atmosphere. Highly recommend if you are in Grand Rapids to go. Service was great too!

Butchers Union was our first stop in Michigan right off the plane for dinner. We had read in many places and been told that Butchers Union was the best restaurant in Grand Rapids. When we arrived we were able to find parking but it was a little tricky and cost $5 not too bad. It was crowded and there was no indoor seating for an hour, but they were able to seat us immediately out front of the restaurant which was fine. It was a super hot day for them, but coming in from TX it wasn't that bad at all. Interesting experience sitting out front watching everyone go about their business in this busy area. Only drawbacks were occasional exhaust from some vehicles. Our waitress was really kind, and knowledgeable. We ordered the milk braised pork shoulder over polenta and the ribeye steak. Both items were great. Both dinners were comparable to what and how we would have made them ourselves at home, that's a great thing. Often times we are disappointed with steaks especially even in fine establishments, but Butcher's did the steak justice. The pork could have used more flavor, it was lacking some seasoning especially since it is such a thick piece of meat. It needed more aggressive salt and seasoning. It was cooked and treated well, as it was very tender, and all the accompaniments on the plate paired well with the meat. The polenta was very creamy and delicious with great flavor. The surprise pop of crunch and slight sweetness from tiny diced apple was nice, along with the roasted carrots and onion. Overall, we really enjoyed our dinners, the service, and just wished we could have or would have made a reservation to sit either inside or in their courtyard instead of the front sidewalk. read more

Butcher's Union - Milk braised pork shoulder on bed of polenta, with fresh roasted carrots, chipolinni onions and crisp diced apple in au jus. - American Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

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The food here is always amazing and never disappoints. Always a great ambience to grab a seat at the bar and have a drink!

Arrived at 7:30 on a Saturday night. Their website says 50% of restaurant + all of patio are reserved for walk-ins but it was still a 1.5 hour wait. We grabbed seats at the bar though within 15-20 minutes which was perfect. Fun atmosphere, great bartenders and delicious food. We had the hand-cut fries, ribeye, and grilled chicken plus the Hugo spritz and Butcher's manhattan. We always stop here when we're near GR. Worth it! read more

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Kudos to our server, I wish I had gotten her name. I really hoped she watched Landman, regardless trying to share how personable she was. I ordered off of the brunch menu, A chorizo hash and my friend ordered the steak and eggs. I ordered the brioche and she ordered a biscuit. This is where I go from 4 to 5 stars, my toast was served cold and hard. I didn't want to complain, the server checked back on us she was nice and I didn't want to say anything. If my brioche bread had been hot and steamy I would have enjoyed the meal much more. The ambiance is cool. The booth was leather and I felt like if I saw Frank, Sammy and Dean sitting next to me that would have fit. I utterly enjoyed 95% of my experience. My friends meal looked spectacular! I was also spying on other peoples plates as I journed to the bathroom. I saw many dishes that looked delish! read more

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Came here on a Sunday night with a group of six, and they were able to see us after the 15 minute wait without a reservation despite it being pretty busy. The food overall, I think we all agreed was impeccable. The only complaint I heard was that we wish there were burrata and focaccia. I personally had the pork shoulder and essentially licked my plate. We also got drinks, which were all fantastic, including the nonalcoholic ones. (" Summer days" was exceptionally sour). Besides a couple seating issues with some condensation on the pipes that kept dripping on the table, everyone had an awesome time with great service at chill vibes. read more

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Butcher's Union is consistently rated as one of the top restaurants in Grand Rapids by visitors and locals alike. It had been awhile since I'd visited, so I decided to make a reservation for my birthday brunch. Reservations are easy to make online and I didn't have any issues getting my preferred time slot the day before. Once we arrived, our booth was ready and I was delighted to see a happy birthday card at the table (of course I told them on OpenTable it was my birthday)! It was so sweet and cute. The full brunch menu is served every Sunday from 10 am until 3 pm (with a limited brunch menu available on Saturday). Brunch entrees here lean more savory than sweet, which is my preference. They have brunch cocktails so I got a Hugo spritz (not on the menu but they were happy to make them). Love the option of a sangria carafe if you have a group! I ordered the wagyu steak and eggs, and Nate got the biscuits and gravy. Our friends got the cheeseburger and corned beef hash. I love BU's steak and eggs - it's always cooked perfectly and seasoned well. I had some bites of my friend's corned beef hash, which was good, but the whole plate oddly wet, I wasn't sure what that was about. Everyone seemed to enjoy their food! We ordered a dessert (the blueberry crisp) to share, and they also brought me a complimentary chocolate panna cotta which was decadent and delicious! Butcher's Union is definitely a great place for a celebratory meal, happy hour, or date night. I've been several times for all of the above and have always had a great experience. The back patio is my favorite! read more

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My go-to here is the chopped salad with an added steak. The standalone steaks are very expensive but you can add a little one to a salad for peanuts. My companions have raved about the smash burger and fries, meat loaf, sausage biscuits and gravy. Service is excellent. read more

One of my favorite restaurants downtown. Butchers has a great pub vibe, but not too noisy. They have a great selection of bourbons. Food is delicious with large portions. Staff were friendly and we had prompt service. They get busy due prime hours so I'd recommend making a reservation. Definitely worth a stop! read more

Butcher's Union - Prohibition Old Fashioned - American Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

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Corned beef was cooked perfectly! So tender! However, a lot of the oil from the meat seeped into my potatoes and kind of ruined the crispy potatoes but still a great dish! read more

Butcher's Union - Corned Beef Hash $17.75 - American Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

We were lucky to get a last-minute reservation at Butcher's Union on a packed Sunday night, and it was absolutely worth it! We ordered the shrimp and burrata, Brussels sprouts, meatballs, and the smoked ribeye sandwich to share. Everything tasted great, but the meatballs and the ribeye sandwich were the standouts for me. Fantastic food and atmosphere. Highly recommend! read more

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On a sunny afternoon, we decided to stop by Butchers Union for a quick happy hour. There were spots on the patio so we were seated right away. We shared a white peach sangria pitcher - on the sweeter side but a great deal for happy hour. We also got a burger to share and some potato nachos. They even split the burger for us, which was great. Food was all super tasty and great deals for happy hour. Love this spot! read more

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My favorite Michigan meal in over 18 years! Brunch today included deviled eggs, biscuits and strawberry jam, wedge salad, cheddar strata, apple crisp and cherry and pecan cheesecake. I tried to get a taste of everything, and loved it all--Chef Bob is the best! My highest recommendation. P.S. Request seating in the back. Bright brick and hanging plants give it a real European feel. read more

Butcher's Union - A perfect slice of cheesecake - American Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

Amazing vibe and staff! Our knives cut through the steaks like butter! Would 100% recommend!

Butcher's Union at happy hour felt like a secret you stumble into on the perfect kind of weekday. We grabbed a quiet spot at the bar and watched the evening unfold--golden hour light, slow build of a dinner rush, that cozy city hum. MY TYPE OF EVENING!!! The $19 sangrias pitchers+ (white peach + bu whisky red) were worth every sip--smooth, balanced, a little dreamy and the biggest bang for your buck, since Rockwells (rip). The deviled eggs hit the comfort spot with prosciutto sprinkled on top, and their version of a KFC bowl was warm, familiar, and just different enough to feel so so special. Our bartender was lovely --attentive without hovering, and the kind of energy that makes a place feel easy. If you're looking for something laid-back but still a little swoony, this is it. I LOVE U BU! read more

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As always, everything was top notch. The service was excellent, we loved the apps (so excited whenever I see oysters rockefeller on a menu), and the steaks were phenomenal. Only thing I will say is the steaks were slightly less done than what we expected (we all ordered medium rare and got more rare than medium) but it was all delish. Also got a chocolate mousse cake and it was so rich our whole table split it lol. Butchers continues to be one of the best spots in town! read more

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Butcher's Union was a great experience with awesome ambiance when we went last night on a Friday night. They only reserve 50% of the restaurant so we couldn't get a seat sooner than 9 PM even though I booked far in advance so that's something to note. It wasn't a problem for us because we had appetizers and drinks elsewhere beforehand. The food was delicious and the drinks were fun too. I will say that it was probably the loudest dining experience ever so if you're sensitive to that then maybe skip this restaurant during busy hours. They did bring out a small desert for my partner as it was his birthday. Overall good experience read more

Butcher's Union - Wagyu sirloin and butcher's cut hanger. Daisy du and bridge st old fashioned - American Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

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Butcher's is the OG downtown staple for a good steak. Gin Gin's stays popping, but any cut of steak at Butcher's is solid. If you're going for a quick bite, the West Village Double Cheeseburger is insanely good. Don't order the side of the hand-cut fries for $2.50, just get the full order of the fries that comes with a fried egg and the mornay sauce/aioli. The only thing that I'm not a fan of is the Wagyu Sirloin. It's a good cut of steak, but the highly jacked potato gratin isn't my favorite compared to the fried potatoes. Overcooked half the time and isn't the most flavorful or texturally sound side. The NY Strip is also good, but the red wine reduction underneath it all is a bit overpowering and makes things a little soggy. Stick with any of the Butcher's Cuts. read more

Beautiful atmosphere the staff was incredibly friendly and the vegan options included a side of fries as well as the Brussels sprouts plain. They had a variety of mocktails as well. read more

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Amazing anniversary dinner. Swordfish entree was perfectly portioned and so flavorful. The Wagyu sirloin cooked perfectly to a medium temp and the potato side was the perfect accompaniment. Cocktails poured to perfection, strawberry rhubarb crumble was just delectable and Sara was an absolute treat of a waitress. Our first BU experience definitely won't be our last. read more

Butcher's Union - Butchers Manhattan and Squirming Coil. - American Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

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We came here for happy hour and sat at the bar. We ordered the deviled eggs, the famous bowl, the cheeseburger, and rhubarb for dessert. The deviled eggs and bowl were very good. But the real standouts were the cheeseburger and the rhubarb dessert -- absolutely fantastic and worth coming back for on their own. Overall, the food was excellent -- I'd give it a solid 4.5 stars. read more

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Butcher's union has been on my list to try and I finally got in on a weekday evening. My friend and I got seated right away, but even then the place was filled with people! It must be a town favorite! The ambiance was cool with low lights, a full bar and tables both inside and outside in their back patio! If it was a little warmer when I went, I would've loved to sit outside! I will say since they get so busy, they have tables right in between the bar and the kitchen where I was and it was a lot of touching elbows and backs with how the tables were arranged. I didn't mind it and was able to move my seat to the side out of the way, but something to note. I got the chicken and gnocchi because my friend recommended it and it was a delicious saucy plate! It was packed with flavor and the portion size was big so I have leftovers! My friend got a ribeye burger which also looked delicious. We of course got drinks and I love the variety they have including wine, beer, cocktails and non-alcohol. I heard their menu items change from time to time so I'm interested in coming back to try something new! The only reason why I didn't give 5 stars was because it's a little pricey but this would be a great place for celebrations! read more

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Found myself in GR and knew I had to try Butcher's Union. Now I have to come back! Phenomenal spot with great burgers and ambiance. Really have to come back for dinner. read more

Butcher's Union - Burger - American Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

Great service, food and atmosphere. We were visiting Michigan fir our anniversary. We went there on a whim and was a great choice. I had the salmon and my husband had the steak. Excellent!! read more

I love the lighting here! Dark and seductive lol. Interesting menu, the crab dip was phenomenal. Everyone who works here is so nice. I would get a reservation if possible, it was an hour+ wait on a Saturday for a table. read more

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A fantastic place to have for celebratory occasions. Very delicious food with great service. Also in a good location, and I will definitely return! read more

After hearing great things about Butcher's Union, my wife and I decided to celebrate our 29th anniversary there for an early dinner. We arrived around 3:30pm on a Sunday afternoon. We were seated promptly at one of the u-shaped booths. I'm very sensitive to noisy restaurants, and the first thing I noticed when we sat down was how incredibly loud it was, so much so that I couldn't hear or server, and my wife asked if I wanted to leave to go elsewhere. Thankfully, we stayed and the noise level died down about 15 minutes later after a couple of larger groups left. Ok, so what about the food? My wife and I both decided to go with the 6oz snake river farms wagyu tenderloin, that came with crispy Yukon potatoes and grilled asparagus. I was actually at a loss for words to describe how fantastic the food was. WOW, what a dining experience! The tenderloin was seasoned and cooked to perfection. The potatoes had a nice crispness on the outside, yet soft on the inside, and the asparagus was expertly grilled. We typically never get dessert, but being a special occasion, we decided to try the old fashioned cheesecake - definitely a piece made for sharing. It was adorned with bourbon-soaked cherries, candied pecans, and an orange caramel drizzle. It was absolutely the BEST cheesecake we have ever had! It deserves a review on its own. BU also has an incredibly large selection of bourbons and whiskeys, and since I've recently started enjoying a scotch every now and then, my wife prompted me to try one of the scotch whiskeys. I decided on the Macallan 12 year sherry - and wow, it was so smooth and it paired perfected with the cheesecake. I almost forgot to mention, while we were awaiting the cheesecake, we were brought a wonderful small chocolatey dessert. Butcher's Union has become my our favorite restaurant in the greater Grand Rapids area. There are a couple of other well known high-end steak restaurants in downtown GR that we've frequented on special occasions, Butchers Union seems to be a more relaxed dining experience, which my wife and I both appreciate and the food was absolutely incredible! read more

Butcher's Union - Old fashioned cheesecake with bourbon-soaked cherries, candied pecans, and an orange caramel drizzle. - American Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

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Was in town for golf and came in for dinner. It was a beautiful night and downtown was bustling. Was able to score a couple seats at the bar. Food was incredible! Highly recommend the wagyu filet. It was a perfect medium rare and perfect portion. Whipped ricotta and bacon was for starters and both were off the charts! read more

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We love this place so much! One of the managers, Thomas, truly makes us feel special, and he makes us want to keep coming back. The food is always great, and we know that we will never be disappointed. Anytime we go somewhere else, we end up wishing we had returned to BU! read more

Bar area was hopping on a Friday afternoon. Nice happy hour - they make a great Old Forester Manhattan, and my companion enjoyed the raspberry margarita. Deviled eggs were nicely presented and made a delicious happy hour snack. Our bartender was great - when we asked to split the 14-ounce ribeye, she arranged for it to arrive on two separate plates. We were a bit disappointed in the steak, though - while properly done, it wasn't very marbled or tender. read more

Butcher's Union - Deviled eggs - American Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan