This place was great. Really great, but not five star great in my opinion. My husband took me here as a surprise 1yr anniversary dinner. To start I had the tuna tostados and my husband had the oxtail. Honestly, I was really underwhelmed by the tuna. I read rave reviews about it, but it just didn't meet my high expectations. However, the oxtail may have been the most delicious thing I have ever tasted in my whole life. The meat has a reputation for being tough, but wow it was tender and soft. Just fantastic. As a main, we shared a Cote de Beouf of course. The meat was good. It was tasty. It did not blow me away however, and I was again disappointed. I think next time I will just go for a steak. One thing that really stands out for me is the service. Such a teeny little restaurant, seats about 16people max. The lady at the front desk, was incredibly friendly. Honestly, I expected the place to be a little stuffy, considering it's quite spendy and trendy. But no, this woman was absolutely wonderful. She managed to keep all the patrons very happy. Excellent service. I'd recommend checking this place out, definitely. Excellent location for a very special date. read more

Booked a table based on the glowing recommendations on Yelp and was immediately taken by the relaxed atmosphere, great service and outstanding food. The 16oz ribeye (surf and turf) was PERFECT. Meat well seasoned and beautifully cooked. The starter was a ceviche and was the perfect beginning to the 16oz steak that followed. Highly recommend The Buthcher's Grill, knowledgeable staff, great service. Will be visiting again and again and... read more

Had a sunday brunch here for my birthday. It was a very good decision. The brunch menu is great. The scotch eggs were delicious with a very impressively gooey yolk and the homemade brown sauce was a lovely touch. My steak and eggs were cooked to perfection and my dining partner had the Duck Confit Hash which she raved about. The Banana fritter with cookie dust and ice cream was a great way to end a really good meal. They also boast the best bloody mary in town, though like everywhere else they are not cheap at all at a price over 10E. They are made with Grey Goose though. The frosted ring with salt and chili was a touch of genius. My partner also enjoyed an Espresso Martini. They also have a good selection of beers. The staff were friendly and helpful despite being very busy. The decor is also very nice with a lovely bar, tiled walls which give a hint of old butcher shop and big solid wood table tops. I'll have to come back for the Cote de Boeuf sometime. read more

A delightful place, off the tourist path, 300 yards from the Ranelagh Luas station, with reasonable chances of street parking as well in the side streets. The quality of the meats and the friendly service are remarkable. Three of us shared an oyster plate for appetizer. For our main entree, two of us had the Yorkshire rib eye special; one ordered the grilled halibut. The fish was perfectly grilled. The steaks were brilliant. We enjoyed a cheese tray with white port to finish off. The bill, including a bloody Mary, a glass of white wine, and minerals came to €166. Quite reasonable considering the quality of the food. The staff are knowledgeable, friendly, and accommodating. Highly recommended for Dublin visitors who wish to explore what the city offers beyond the center and for locals who crave for a good piece of meat in a cozy space. read more

I was brought here by my brother for my birthday and oh my god is was such a treat! The Cote de Boeuf is as good as everybody says it is. The meat is perfectly cooked, really tasty and the sides are great too. I wasn't a fan of the seating... we were at a high table on really uncomfortable stools even though the restaurant was empty. (I don't like sitting on high stools while eating but this really is personal preference). The restaurant is ideally located in Ranelagh Village with an abundance of great pubs to move on to after your meal and I would definitely go back to sample some more of the menu as the Cote de Boeuf was so big it left very little room for anything else. read more

The Butcher Grill - The Butcher Grill on a quiet night! - Steakhouses Near Me - Dublin, D

There's a reason it's hard to get a reservation at this tiny gem of a restaurant in Ranelagh. It's one of the best places in Dublin! We ate at The Butcher Grill on a Tuesday night in late April. The maitre'd / server from Derry was friendly and knowledgeable, and his service was impeccable and at the same time, relaxed. You can tell that this place is run by an energetic, devoted young staff. We loved the subway tiles on the walls, the candles on the tables, and the intimate feel of the place. We shared the tuna tostada, the cote de boeuf, and a bottle of Italian red wine... all delicious. My only regret is that there is no salad on the menu. We would have loved to accompany the meat with a nice, big salad! While it's certainly not inexpensive, I've had similarly-priced meals in Dublin that were not nearly as good. Can't wait to go back! read more

June 25, 2012 5 / 4.5 stars Had a great brunch here at the weekend. Two of us had the duck hash which was delish, the bernaise sauce was yum, not too heavy! Wish they had soymilk for coffee though, can I take a quarter star off for that? October 2012, I'm revising it to 3.5 stars. I went here last weekend with some friends who were in town. For a start the lovely hash was not on the menu :( (despite being on the website) so I tried the benedict. The eggs and hollandaise were beautifully cooked, yummy. However the rossti was way too crispy which was a real disappointment. Some other's at our table (of 6) had rossti's with their dish too and the general consensus was the same. Also all 6 didn't arrive together so some of ours were going cold before the full table's food arrived. As always, service was friendly, atmosphere good, coffee good. I will be back (I'll ring ahead to ask if the hash is on!) but felt the need to revise the 5 stars to a more balanced 4. read more

Best meal I've had in Ireland . I had the rib eye ,it was juicy and tender cooked perfectly. Glass of Portuguese red wine which went down smooth . Great staff, and ambiance . read more

Despite the fact that the food was good, one of the waiters that served us cursed and called us stupid in his native Romanian language while giving us the food without thinking that some of us at the table spoke the same language and understood what he said. It was very rude and of course made us lose all the appetite and to never go back there again. read more

When things are done and done well (no reference to how I like my steak btw) then I think 5 stars are rightly deserved. It is the quality of the food served and the attention to detail at the Butcher Grill that justifies my rating. We were here for an early dinner on Sunday and having only made a reservation shortly beforehand we were happy to be accommodated by the host. Our waitress was attentive but not overly so. We were given the menus and told about the specials of the day. It is fair to say that with 30 seats in a relatively small area and a menu that leans towards red meat this is not going to be for everyone but for us it was perfect. First impressions were good. The restaurant is atmospheric and welcoming. The attention to detail includes things like the lighting which has a pleasant yellow hue and which is not too bright/too dark, the temperature which is pleasant but not stuffy. Curtains cover the main door so you don't get a blast of cold air every time someone comes in or leaves the restaurant. There was background music but it wasn't so loud as to stifle conversation. If you were dining alone then you can sit overlooking the kitchen and you wouldn't feel isolated. Starters: We shared a crab cakes special (3) which was served with a minted pea purée and it was divine. We pretty much were licking the plate. Mains: I had the ribs and fries and my wife had a 10oz medium rare steak that was served with spinach and cooked to perfection. The portions are on the generous side and for the first time ever my wife asked for a doggy bag for her steak which she couldn't finish (the staff were happy to help). We had a fabulous steak sandwich for lunch the next day much to my delight! Wine: There seem to be 3 main house wines in each of the white & red categories. We washed our meal down with a bottle of the red blend 'Bovine II' which was recommended by our waitress as being 'full bodied'. If you are ordering by the glass they open it in plenty of time before service to allow the wine to breathe and it definitely told. Dessert: We shared a Baileys creme brulée which was light and tasty. My personal preference would have been for a little more of the Baileys but I'm picking holes here! Verdict: Definitely an impressive place to bring a lover, client or both! Highly recommended and worth the trip across the Liffey! From what I could tell if you want a certain day/time then a reservation about a week in advance is essential. Don't say you weren't warned! Not somewhere for young kids or babies as other reviewers mentioned read more

Booked this restaurant based on the reviews we read on here. Was definitely not disappointed in any way, absolutely amazing food, excellent service, fantastic ambiance and an all round great place! Felt extremely welcomed and looked after from start to finish & would highly highly recommend!! read more

The Butcher Grill - Amazing food! - Steakhouses Near Me - Dublin, D

I had read a fantastic review of The Butcher Grill in the paper a couple of months ago and it sounded worth a try! All I can say is OMGOMGOMG!!! WOW!! Yum!!!!!!! This place rocks!! Eating at The Butcher Grill is not just about getting dinner, it's an event! You enter through curtains into a tiny little square room and felt I had been transported into a 19th century apothecary shop. I was waiting for Holmes & Watson to walk in! The room is very small (so word of note, very difficult to get a table, this was my 2nd attempt, book well in advance, you will realise why when you see the size of the place) and covered with white tiles. It is also covered in a wine rack of white and red wines all of the same label, Bovine I, II & III. There are 3 house wines of each. Our table was dead in the middle, as the seats are all stools or on a height and the space is quite tight it may not suit elderly people or the claustrophobic type! The menu is what you expect from a restaurant, this is meat country, no place for a vegetarian! The majority of the small menu is meat but there is one fish dish on the menu and one of the specials was a monk fish. The starter special was a scallop but we decided to share the ribs. They arrived on a wooden butchers block and were divine, the sauce on them was amazing and with plenty to share. For main I had the veal burger but the potato rosti with spinach and cep butter stole the show. It was one of the nicest thing I ever tasted. My beautiful lady had a roast duck breast with pickled chicory and duck leg pie, I especially loved the duck pie. We washed the meal down with a bottle of bovine I, which was a mild, sweet wine and was delicious. Dessert was a orange and vanilla pannacotta which is what I imagine heaven tastes like, really!!!! You didn't want to finish it, you just wanted to stay there forever!!! I can't but recommend the Butcher Grill apart from the drawbacks I mentioned (not to veggies!!). The bill for two came in at close to €100 but it's not just the food your getting, the place is a whole experience and the food is well worth the price. If you're a meat fan The Butcher Grill is the place for you!! read more

Oooh....rapidly on way to being in my top 5 in Dublin....Have been there twice in last two weeks. Love the style, the music (not something I think I've ever said about any restaurant in Dublin) and of course the quality of the meat. It feels like your actually sitting in the butchers, with the white tiles, drawings on the wall of the different cuts etc.. All that's missing are the wood shavings on the floor. The staff there are friendly and gave us as much attention as we needed. The steaks were as fresh, tasty and succulent as you'll get. Sides are fab too - especially the slightly spicy greens, the onion rings and of course the fries. Make sure you book in advance because it's even busy on Monday evenings! read more

Having tried (and failed) to get a reservation here a few weeks ago, my boyfriend and I decided to have a nice date night at The Butcher Grill last night. We had reservations for 9:30, as it was the only time available. The restaurant itself is smaller than I expected. The high top tables made of butcher's blocks adorn the room. The walls are tiled white and I got the feeling we'd happened into a butcher shop speakeasy. We were a bit early for our reservation, so they graciously asked us to wait by the door as they finished our table. The table butted up against seats at the bar, in order for the staff to walk through the space. As tight as the fit was, I never felt cramped. The staff moved efficiently through the space, making sure not to bump the customers as we ate, there is a nice air current running through the restaurant so I never felt hot and stuffy as I usually do in cramped quarters, and something about the way the sound carried in the place allowed me to feel as if I was in a thriving spot, but I never needed to shout over the sounds of the other customers. The staff was friendly and very helpful. I am not a wine connoisseur, and when it came time to pick the bottle that would compliment our dishes, the waiter offered a vivid description of the three house reds (Bovine I, II, and III all made to pair with the wide selection of meaty goodness on the menu) and we chose the Bovine I, which is a light bodied, fruity wine with light tannins. For a starter, we shared the Barbequed Baby Back Ribs with coleslaw. I was waffling a bit on our choice before it arrived at our table. The starter special was a seared scallop with fennel that kept passing our table to be distributed among the other customers. It looked tasty. Once the ribs hit the table, though, I was sold. They were served on a butcher's block and were more than enough for two people. The ribs were rich and succulent, falling off the bone without turning into mush, and the sauce was sweet and tangy. I couldn't get enough of it and, despite my best attempt at lady-like manners, found myself licking my fingers and sopping up the leftover sauce off the cutting block. For the main course, my boyfriend ordered the Veal Burger with Potato Rosti, Spinach, and Cep Butter and I ordered the Roast Duck Breast with Pickled Chicory and Duck Leg Pie. The food looked and smelled incredible. Luckily, my man is good at sharing, and gave me a taste of his dish. In a word: amazing. The Rosti was crisp and flavorful, and the veal was tender and sweet. I was jealous...but only for a moment. I muddled together my chicory and perfectly medium duck breast and experienced my own little taste explosion. The lemony-tartness of the chicory perfectly off-set the richness of the duck. On the side of the plate was the Duck Leg Pie. The pie held the traditional structure of a chicken pot pie, but was topped with potato instead of crust. It was to die for. Chicken pot pie is ruined for me. Whenever I'm cold and it is raining outside, I want to curl up with Duck Leg Pie and read a romance novel. Man, it was good. For dessert (because, why not!) we shared the vanilla and orange panacotta with blackcurrant coulis. I don't want to gush again, but it was definitely the perfect finish to the meal. The custard's cool and delicately balanced flavors left me wishing I could eat more. The price tag is a bit hefty, but you get what you pay for. The menu changes monthly (and I presume, seasonally), so the care of the chef shines through. Dining here was an experience, and one that I hope to have again very soon. Verdict: New favourite place. I will definitely come here again. Recommended for small celebrations with family and friends or an intimate date night with someone you love. read more

This place has incredibly good steak, incredibly, INCREDIBLY good steak. Additionally they have multiple types of very good steak. The steak alone deserves 4, if not 5, stars. However the restaurant is small and slightly cramped and beyond steak there's not much else on the menu. So a pack of wealthy ravenous carnivores will love this place, while anyone bringing a vegetarian will have to watch them starve. read more

So far the best stake I've had in Dublin. The restaurant is quite small but cosy. Service was excellent given that the restaurant was fully packed. One of my favorite restaurants in the city. read more

We were looking for something to eat on a Sunday lunch and we stopped by by mistake/chance and were pleasantly surprised by a cosy little grill place. We sat at the bar and were served by a very friendly staff. Food came in quickly, I had a moules marinière very tasty yet a little small in terms of quantity of mussels actually present on the plate. My fiancée had a mixed grill which looked like was going to keep her going for the rest of the week. A little expensive for what it was perhaps but will most likely come back. read more

What an amazing meal! from the starter with a plate of Oysters and seafood platter to the most mouthwatering stake I have ever tried and an incredible red wine (I didn't choose it so I don't recall the name, but it was delicious) this place deserve a visit if you are in Ranelagh. The rest? excellent customer service, friendly staff and great location. I have nothing but beautiful words for this place. I didn't pay for the meal so I cant tell you about prices but I do hear is not a cheap option; do not go there if this is what you're looking for. read more

I had mean meaning to try this place for a while and late one Friday we were in the area so decided to give it a try. We had no reservation and the host/waiter was very accommodating they were full but one couple had failed to show so he gave them a quick ring and allowed us to have the table. As it was late and I was driving we only had mains. We both got the burger which was one of the nicest ive ever had. The crispy onion rings were also amazing. We each had one glass of red!! Over all it was excellent and I would definitely return. I didnt like the home made ketchup.....but thats just me read more

I was in town for a couple nights with my boyfriend and was craving a meaty dinner. This place is a very small however cute and intimate restaurant. Very lowkey you could pass by it (like i did twice) and not realize its there.the steaks were very good and food all around was delicious. They forgot our seared tuna but it turned out the entrees were very filling! Service was great too, great place to go for some tender and juicy steak! read more

We made a reservation for a Tuesday evening and I'm so glad we did!! The service was impeccable...It seemed the server would magically appear at just the right time. I had the T bone with a side of these perfectly fried little potatoes and the steak had spinach on top. This was a beautiful and delicious steak!! I also had the wild halibut with a lemon caper sauce..It was the most delicious and fresh fish I have EVER had in my life..I wish I could give this place more than five stars. I would say it was a great value for the money ..for two meals and a bottle of wine it was around 80 euro plus tip. In places with this kind of quality food in the states it would have easily been a 200 dollar meal...And..not to be long winded but the neighborhood where the restaurant is located is really pretty and fun to visit. read more

These are the best ribs I've ever had. And I had them OUTSIDE of America. The coleslaw that came with it, the tuna tostadas, and the margaritas were also excellent. But the RIBS. read more

Generally excellent, have eaten here several times and 9 out of ten the service matched the sublime steaks. However on one acca soon the waitress felt the need to constantly remind us that our sitting was in a defined time-window and that we had to vacate our table by a certain hour, which completely ruined the ambiance and meal. However, bar this one blip generally great. read more

Had a fab brunch here recently. Laid back and casual atmosphere. Food was fantastic, the scotch egg, mushrooms & camembert on toast and burger were all great. Wine glass could have been slightly fuller but maybe that's just me being greedy :-) Will definitely return to try the cote de boeuf special on a Monday or Tuesday! read more

Hands down the best meal I've ever had. You can't go wrong with anything on the menu. Our meat was cooked perfectly and the sides (try the cauliflower au gratin!) were delicious as well. Wait staff was courteous and very knowledgeable about the menu items and the ambiance was warm and inviting. Do make reservations, and whatever you do, go hungry! read more

The Butcher Grill - Steakhouses Near Me - Dublin, D

To say they know about their meat here is an understatement... On every visit my meal has been cooked to absolute perfection... The wait staff are friendly, patient and accommodating. The decor is hip but not too pretentious ...as are the staff for that matter. Its expensive but you get what you pay for and more. Check it out. read more

My friend and I came because of great reviews on Yelp. And this was superior experience. The best oysters and beef I have ever tasted. This place was crovded, but they managed to get us a table. Great service and wine selection. read more

Top notch place for those that like their beef to take centre stage in a meal. I had their ribs to start and steak for the main, and both were fantastic and their sides were a nice addition to the meat. read more

AMAZING STEAK...great service! Perhaps it is a little far from the center of dublin, but the food cannot be beat.

Delicious steak, friendly staff and nice ambience. Read alot of the reviews here which prompted me to try it for myself. It really is that good and reasonably priced considering the quality of the meal. Will definitely be going back again. read more

Wow. Amazing seared ahi tuna tostadas. And the burger was one of the best I've had in Europe. Cool vibe and friendly place. I will be coming back again. read more

This is a place to go if you really want to treat yourself. Not the most intimate or romantic of places and it can be very hard to get a reservation but it's all about the food. A very simple menu but the Best steak in Dublin. read more

I went today with the Mrs. and we could not be any happier about this choice. We ordered a T-bone for two, and it was just perfect. The meat, the sides, the dessert... everything! This is steak heaven. Staff are responsive and friendly as well. Just one great experience for us. read more

A good 4 stars. Not sure I see the 5th. Hard to find. But everything is in Dublin. Look for the black awning. The name is on the glass window. Parking tight in the area. Summary: really good food; casual local atmosphere; not cheap. read more

Food is awesome, its a small little place, which can make for a great atmosphere, only problem is you'll need a second mortgage to foot the bill ! read more

In my opinion and been a big steak person, I believe the butchers grill serves one of the best cooked steaks in Dublin. It is slightly expensive but you get a high quality meal with great service. I have nothing bad to say about this restaurant and have been here three times. read more

Great place as recommended. We went there on a Sunday and got there 15 minutes before they opened which is 1pm. It wasn't crowded but the place is small. They brought us the brunch menu but I was really after the cote de beef. The server checked with the cook and they agreed they could do it despite the offering not being on the brunch menu. It was heaven. That was all the two of us needed to put us on our way. Fantastic place, great service and excellent food make this place a great spot in Dublin. read more

Absolutely amazing food. I have tried the duck and the steak and both the presentation and quality of food was outstanding. Desserts were excellent too! Really enjoyed my experience there, expensive but worth what you are paying for, for the service and taste factor! read more

We were 4 ppl for a birthday celebration. The place is intimate and the lights are warm and nice. The staff was very nice and helpful and contributed to the good vibes. We took Pinot griso which was great. And shared some starters and main courses . All was super. Top experience in Dublin ever. We will come back ! read more

Love the atmosphere in Butcher Grill and the casualness of the staff! Food is so good my boyfriend ordered a main course size portion of the prawn ciabatta starter (yum!), however I was a bit shocked to see he had been charged €24 for this!! Especially considering the steak was €23! *thumbs down read more