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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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    Mac and cheese
    Grace C.

    Cochon Butcher was definitely worth the stop! There was a line when we arrived, and seating is first come, first served, so be prepared to wait a little and get creative when finding a table. We noticed a guy sitting by himself and offered to buy him a beer if he'd let us join him at his table. He said yes, and it ended up being part of the fun experience! The food was excellent. We ordered the Cochon Muffaletta, which was huge, packed with flavor, and definitely a must-try. The mac & cheese is an absolute MUST--creamy, cheesy, rich, and easily one of my favorite things we ordered. The beer was great too and paired perfectly with the food. The atmosphere is casual, lively, and exactly the kind of place you want to experience while in New Orleans. 5/5 -- great food, great beer, and absolutely worth the visit. I would definitely come back!

    Fried shrimp with iced tea and bread n butter pickles for lunches!
    Mike W.

    Cochon the restaurant and Cochon Butcher are arguably two of the real heralds of authentic yet innovative Creole and Cajun cuisine right now. I cook a lot of both at home--I'm someone who is dedicated enough to my Louisiana cooking to order Steen's syrup from Louisiana to my Florida doorstep even though Florida makes perfectly good cane syrup in its own right. (Side note: any New Orleans restaurant you venture to serving pain perdu with maple syrup and not Steen's--ask what the hell they're even doing.) Like most worthwhile restaurants, the menu here changes up. The specials as well as their famous sandwiches seem the way to go and I got the fried shrimp with bread and butter pickles. Exceptional--a small amount, it may have even been a starter but regardless was perfect for me. The sandwiches other diners had on their plates were large and looked delicious just glancing around at other tables. Everything comes up fast and the atmosphere is . . . just ideally New Orleans. It feels all the way "working CBD lunch" yet unhurried, a reflection of Cochon's greatness but scaled down and with utterly no pretense. There's simply a real sense of both care and expertise in everything done here no matter how simple or complex. Beyond all else, they're doing what they love here with no scaling back or dressing up to make it anything else. A winner through and through.

    Gambino
    Fazley R.

    Really solid sandwich if you want to avoid the dining sit down experience next door at Cochon. I got the Gambino sandwich and also the fried shrimp appetizer and they were both delicious.

    Hot sauce
    Maxwell L.

    Food: Got the Le Pig Mac, Fried Pork Chops (the daily special!), and Cajun Fried Ribs. Akin to the McDonald's special, the Pig Mac was exactly what the Big Mac should be. Juicy, thick, and opulent. The pork patties were softer and lighter than their beef counterpart but equally tasty. The Cajun fried ribs were the best part! Bite sized flavor blasts of Norlins! The fried pork chops were well executed and crispy complimented by the bed of beans and rice. Overall, a great meal! Service: Accommodating, efficient, and fast. Waters will be filled quickly and readily. Ambiance: Vibes of a casual eatery with a seat yourself style akin to a BBQ or taproom.

    Daniel R.

    If you're wondering if Cochon Butcher is worth the hype, it absolutely is. It's totally clear why they are Michelin-recommended. We ordered the black-eyed pea chili and the muffuletta, and the sandwich completely stole the show. The bread was perfectly soft, and you can really taste the difference in quality with their in-house meats. The olive salad tied the whole thing together, complementing the rich, savory flavors perfectly. That being said, the space gets extremely crowded on busy days. It's tight enough that you'll likely have people bumping into your chair or brushing past you while you eat and walk through the dining room. The biggest downside was the service at the counter. The line to the cashiers was very disorganized. Instead of calling the next person in line, one cashier was pulling people up at random, which made the ordering process frustrating. Overall, the food is fantastic, but be prepared for chaotic crowds and a messy ordering system during peak hours.

    Lacey L.

    My husband and I came here Saturday night for a date night based on recommendations and had a good time. The place has a cool vibe to it and you walk up to order and then your food is brought out to you. My husband got the Le Pig Mac burger which is their take on a Big Mac and was really good! I ordered the Porchetta sandwich on Foccacia which was also tasty. We ordered the Mac N Cheese to share which was great and the duck pastrami sliders as well, but they were a bit underwhelming in size for the price, however tasted good. I also got their Rind & Shine which was their take on a French 75 and super delicious! Overall a good meal.

    Eric P.

    In town for a conference. Everyone was raving about this spot so we had to drop in. Super fast ordering and found an open table. It's a smaller inside dining area, but most spots in the area are the same. Food is fantastic. Ordered a burger and it came out really nice. Instead of fries, I went with the Brussels sprouts. Turned out great. Will definitely be back for more next time I'm in town.

    Boudin, crackers, shrimp
    Felisha H.

    Great service but not a fan. Boudin lacked flavor and so did the shrimp. Would not recommend or return.

    Madonna M.

    I'll never get tired of this heaven sent spot. I make it a point to introduce everyone I know to Cochon Butcher, and even though I've reviewed it already, I'm updating my review because they continue to deserve the praise. Everything was disrespectfully delicious. Every bite had us questioning our life choices in the best way. By the end of the meal, we were all sleepy and completely defeated by how good the food was. The staff was on point, courteous, and polite. Our food came out hot, fast, and perfectly plated with consistency that never misses. My only small complaint is that the sweet potato habanero sauce isn't as thick as it used to be. I'm a little annoyed about that, but it still tastes exactly the same Cochon Butcher remains one of those must visit New Orleans spots that never disappoints. Great food, great service, and a place I'll always adore.

    ribs
    Maddie B.

    The ribs were fantastic, probably our favorite. The pretzel was also great, but wished for a different sauce. Perhaps a ranch or cheese based would be better? The mufaletta sandwich was good, and is quite large. We split it between two people and were quite full. The only thing we didn't love was the red velvet cake. It was dry and left an odd flavor in our mouth like it was old. Service was extremely fast which was great after a long day at the museum! Sat outdoors at the nice seating areas and was pleasant.

    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.

    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.

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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.… 

    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.… 

    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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