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    Cochon Butcher

    4.5 (4.8k reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    COCHON BUTCHER ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups

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    Fish
    Kyrsten S.

    The place was nice. You could tell they take pride and in their craft. The food was good, I got fish, they said it was the whole fish, but it was only half of the deboned fish. But it seasoned soooo well, I decided not to make a fuss. No sides come with the dinner, and they didn't have a basic salad. So if you aren't pescatarian, this isn't the place for you. My coworkers loved all of their food. And the drinks they were served. The hospitality was phenomenal !

    Boudin with muffaletta in the background
    Troy S.

    Wowser. The sandwiches are amazing. They have beer in a full bar and several other items as well. They do have some sidewalk seating. You order at the counter and your food is brought to you. You do have a server for any additional items, such as drinks. They were very attentive. I had the Cuban sandwich and it was fantastic. My wife had the muffaletta, which was also good, but mine was better. Everything on the menu looked great. You could smell the place from a block away. You can get it to go as well. I also got the Boudin as an appetizer which I totally didn't need because it was too much food. Also delicious.

    Rashi T.

    Another gem in a city full of incredible food. After doing some research, this place came up on nearly every list of must-visit spots in New Orleans. It was definitely crowded when we arrived during lunch hour, but the experienced staff helped us find a table quickly, and we were able to enjoy our meal comfortably. We ordered the muffuletta -one of their specialties and something I was trying for the first time. It was a fantastic sandwich, and the portion size was generous. The cocktails were almost as good as the food, which says a lot. This place has earned its legendary reputation, and if you have the time, it's absolutely worth a stop.

    Bbq pork
    Ashlyn K.

    Street parking or walking. I've been to new orleans a bunch lately ive visited been here twice. There are always conventions or festivals going on so it can be busy and hard to find a seat. You find your own table inside or outside. Sides are separate order and price unless you order the special of the day amd it'll say what it comes with. 1st time ordered le pig. It was good, a little salty. But its not as tender as a beef burger. It was a nice change up. The pickles were good. We ordered some to go. ( take with you or they can ship to your house). The burger itself was filling to me. Rest of my party bbq pork and fish platter. Hush puppies were okay, they give so much. I could honestly do without it. Everyone was satisfied. 2nd visit ordered the porchetta . That was really good. Ordered a mac and cheese. It has breadcrumbs on top it comes in a small dish that i feel like is shareable. It wasn't bad actually ( ive had worse lol). One of the workers did really suggest it. I was willing to try it. It was edible, no cheese pull but also not just buttered noodles. Depending on my mood I might get it again. Porchetta and the leadership pig, I think the porchetta was better but both are great and filling.

    Mac & cheese, potato salad, Cubano, Gambino
    Brenna B.

    The worst part of this meal was deciding what to order. Everything looked good. If we could have eaten more, we would have. The service was friendly. The food came out quick. I loved every bite and we sincerely tried to finish everything, but were unsuccessful. 10/10

    Le Pig Mac
    Sydni R.

    Can't believe I never left a review for this place! I first visited back in 2019 because I had to try the Le Pig Mac, their twist on the classic but with pork, and it was absolutely delicious. Six and a half years later, I came back... and it was *still* just as delicious. Some things really do live up to the hype. There are actually two spots: Cochon Restaurant and Cochon Butcher, both are fantastic. Cochon Butcher has more of a casual, deli-style vibe where you can seat yourself if dining in or order at the counter for takeout. Perfect for a laid-back but seriously tasty meal. If you're heading to The Big Easy, do yourself a favor and add this to your must-visit list. You won't regret it.

    Julio H.

    While in town, I had to visit the other great spot for muffulettas. Here, these sandwiches are served warm, but more importantly, the meats are cured here. These meats make a great difference, as well as heating up these meats. But the goodness doesn't end there. This is a butcher shop and there is also a nice bar with draft beer with really great beer. I absolutely recommend a visit to the beer selection.

    Le Pig Mac
    Mike D.

    Really good bbq in NO! Was told to stop by this place and grab 2 items. Le Pig Mac and Cajun Pork Dog. Mane! This was a Smokey goodness burger that was spot on Big Mac-ish! But Smokey and tons of flavor. The Cajun dog had a nice small kick to it that was flavorful and just the right amount of spice! This was a great location with plenty of people to give it a hang out spot vibe. Service was on point and friendly.

    Bbq Pork Sandwich
    Angela Y.

    Friend had heard rave reviews of this place so we checked it out. I ended up getting the BBQ pork sandwich which is a pulled pork sandwich. Pretty good, but honestly nothing more special than any other pulled pork sandwich I've had at comparable restaurants. Gf got the Fried Louisiana shrimp which is similar to the shrimp found in po boys around town. Not bad, crispy outside with tender inside. Staff was friendly and welcoming. Otherwise, a good meal but nothing particularly stands out. I will say that we don't eat meat much but still, I felt like it was an average meal.

    Counter service
    Ann K.

    I love this place! One of my top places in New Orleans to eat. Beat Cubano sandwich I've EVER eaten. Seriously. Perfection. The muffaletta was highly recommended and delicious but that Cubano still has my heart. The seeet pickles hit the spot too. I'd order it to ship to Denver if I could. The ribs were amazing. Shrimp was great. Duck sliders were tasty. Hogwash was very special and I fell in love. I wish I could this meal every day. We came for lunch and got lucky with two seats in the back bar. The line was out the door for good reason. It cleared out by the time we left and we got to see the lard and boudin to go. Love the Star Wars touches. I cannot wait to come back and I recommend this place to anyone who asks about our Nola trip. Good stuff!

    Drum fish with eggplant and tomatoes. Very tasty.
    Sheri M.

    Sat at the bar for lunch. The food here was amazing. We ordered the pork chops with cantaloupe and the drum fish with eggplant. Both were amazing and so well balanced in flavors. Had the mezcal cocktail and it was tasty too. Good service, great ambience. Would highly recommend.

    Counter to order
    Amber L.

    A revelation between two buns. Cochon Butcher is everything a higher end sandwich shop should exemplify, from its setup to its menu. The interior is refined, yet rustic, settling somewhere between a butcher shop and modern restaurant. The line is long but moves quickly (10 min wait to order); the menu is straightforward and yet detailed. You have the options of a dozen sandwiches, a variety of sausages/meats, and a few smaller plates. We settled on their Porchetta and Butcher Burger, which were brought out pretty quickly considering how busy it was and our table size being around 10. There is also a bar in the back if you would like a few drinks alongside your meal. Speaking of, it was remarkably easy to find seats accommodating our party size despite not having a reservation heading in. The Porchetta was hands down one of the best sandwiches we've ever eaten in our lives. Salty, some kick from the chili-marinated rapini, and a very good focaccia bread. Likewise, the burger was fantastic. The patty was delicious, seasoned perfectly with the cheese melting on top with a soft bun. The quality of the meats here is extremely high. We were originally a bit skeptical because of the price of the food, but we understand now that this is no gimmick or day-old meat you're eating, it's the real stuff. Add into the fact that they have a fantastic house hot sauce on the table and you're just swimming in flavors. Others in our group ordered their pulled pork, mac and cheese, and duck pastrami sliders; all of which were fantastic and got heaps of praise. Cochon has set a new standard in what we look for in sandwiches. The concept of a sandwich is centuries old, always staying what some would call "safe". This place challenges that norm and sets you up for bold flavors with passion and care behind them. It is shocking to us that this place is only a Bib Gourmand. Easily could be starred. You should run here, right now, no matter where you are.

    They have the meats
    Christopher S.

    Best sandwiches in NOLA. Awesome selection of beers and sodas. This is what you get if an Italian deli and a BBQ shack had a baby. I had their Moroccan goat sandwich and I have not been the same since. Service was elite.

    My burger !

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    Ask the Community - Cochon Butcher

    Is there an actual butcher shop here? Visiting from Seattle trying to find a place to get some nice ribeyes. Preferably not from Walmart?

    Hi there, We are an actual Butcher shop but we don’t consistently stock ribeyes.… Read more

    How is the parking situation?

    Street parking that didn't look bad.

    Will you be open Christmas day?

    We will not be. Thank you for your question!

    Yelp says no reservations. Is that true? If so, how difficult is it to get a 2-person table outside nowadays?

    Thank you for your question! We do not have reservations at Butcher-you can just walk right in. If there is a line, don't be scared! It moves really quickly and we will always find you a table, even if there is a small wait after ordering.… Read more

    Will you be open for in house dining yet, 10/24?

    We went a few weeks ago and they were open for dine in.

    Are they open currently 8/2/20?

    They are! With a dine in or curbside pick up

    Is their deer sausage has any pork product in it? My sister is allergic to pork

    I believe most of their items have some type of pork in it. I would def double check with them to see exactly which items contain exactly what.

    Is there gluten-free bread on the menu?

    Yes. They have several.

    Does the butcher shop open til closing? or does it close early?

    The butcher shop opens a little later than the restaurant, but closes at the same time daily. Usually 10pm or 11pm.

    Is Cochon Butcher wheelchair accessible?

    Yes

    Is there usually a long wait for a table?

    I was there two different days around noon. You order at the counter and then sit down. I never saw a wait for a table, but most of the tables were full both times. They also have seating at the bar.

    How would a 18mo do here?

    Just fine, it's a pretty casual restaurant and it's pretty loud, so a baby wouldn't distract too much from the atmosphere.

    Can we order for take out?

    Yes

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