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The Butcher's Tale

4.6 (206 reviews)
Closed • 5:00 pm - 8:30 PM

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Fried green tomatoes, scallops and long rib. All delicious
Camille L.

We dined here for our five year wedding anniversary and the food was amazing. Then we came back recently and THE BEEF LONG RIB that we usually order tasted dry and odd. We've ordered this many times and it's always been good so thought it was a safe choice but that was not the case recently. If we dine here again we would try something else. They also no longer sell the fried green tomatoes which is a huge bummer. The best part of the meal recently was actually their sausage. The service was decent and the waitress proactively split our bill based on our parties (we were on a double date). Overall we're willing to give this place another try but unfortunately not our first choice anymore.

Bone marrow off the menu special
Hannah M.

After a short flight to Minneapolis and a good walk around the city, we decided we needed to grab some dinner. On our hunt for a restaurant, we smelled some amazing bbq and started our mission to locate where the smell was emanating from--spoiler: it was The Butcher's Tale. Once we took a brief glance at the menu, we agreed this would be our dining location for our first night in Minneapolis, and boy was it the best decision we made! We were seated right away even though it was a Friday night and were greeted pretty quickly by our waitress, who was very helpful. She even told us about some off menu items, so when we found out the bone marrow was only like $27, we immediately put our order in. I kid you not, we both tried our best to refrain from melting into the booth because it was that delicious and melt in your mouth! Ugh, I think we both still daydream about that dish to this day lol. We also got a potato dish and a squash bisque, both of which were delicious. I'm sure their desserts are just as scrumptious, but we were so full we had to decline. This was by far our favorite restaurant during our trip and I'd travel back just to eat here again. BRB, gonna dream about the bone marrow in my sleep now...

Mac n cheese

The food and service are phenomenal every time. The beef long rib is what we keep coming back for and every time it blows our mind. Easily can feed 2 and then some. The side and app we got were also good but the real stars of the show were the rib and amazing service we received!

Beef long rib
Bob K.

Super great experience at Butcher's Tale. Had the sausage sampler - yum - and also oysters both raw and baked. Both so good. Had the beef long rib which was tender and delicious with some amazing molasses-y sauce. Sides were amazing and service was top notch. Even had a nice seat by the open fire grill. Really excellent spot.

broccoli
Chara B.

This place has always popped up a bunch of times for me in my food searches and last night was the night that it finally made sense. Me and my best friend were looking for a place to grab a quick, but yummy bite to eat before we went to Lumenescience at the Basilica.. a quick 9 minute walk from that area by the way.. and a lovely walk too! We arrived and greeted by a kind hostess, who asked us if we wanted a table or a booth, of course, we opted for a booth, amazing! Then, our waiter, Charlie arrived... a breath of fresh air in the world of serving, a conversational, but a perfect balance of not too conversational, gave good advice especially when my friend came to ordering a drink. He was amazing. He was also a bartender but did well balancing the two acts and made sure we were taken care of. I am gluten-free and he ensured everything was gluten-free and even had them serve gluten free crackers for the charcuterie. We ordered the charcuterie board, the sausage flight, broccoli, and carrots. Oh my goodness. Everything came out at the same time, in this case, that was totally fine since a lot of it was more bites. The sausages were incredible, they were cooked to perfection, with a nice little snap to them. There was one "the french onion" sausage, which had some fondue on it.. my goodness! There was another with cheddar cheese inside served on top of some divine purple cabbage.. give me a bowl of that please! Delicious, done to perfection... tons of flavor. The broccoli was also nice and crispy, not too oily, good flavor, a little spice as well. The carrots were sweeter, served with a savory creamy sauce that really brought it together, amazing as well. The charcuterie was also delectable, a perfect balance of meats, cheeses, crackers, mustard, and pickles that just made it a perfect munching plate. The food was amazing and will definitely come back here to try more! The ambiance is great too in here. It smells amazing as they have open flame in the kitchen and it gives an old school vibe and feel. There is a nice outdoor area too with a fire. Will definitely be back, thank you Charlie!!

Arhonda C.

This is one of those moments where I really wish half-stars were an option. I'd round up if I could, but ultimately, I just can't give it 4 stars -- and here's why: The restaurant itself is beautiful and has a great vibe. But it's loud. It was honestly hard to hear the people at my table, so the acoustics definitely need some work. The service was solid. Our server was attentive, and the food came out quickly. No complaints there; it's what you'd expect from a place like this. Now, onto the food: it's just okay. The menu looks great and everything is nicely presented, but the flavor doesn't quite live up to the expectations, especially for the price. Compared to other steakhouses or restaurants in this tier, I know I've had better meals elsewhere.

Sam P.

A beautiful and intimate setting, this place was the perfect spot for a date. The sides were delicious along with the steak. My partner loved his cut and so did I but unfortunately mine was pretty rare despite asking for medium. I know most steak lovers would love this, it just wasn't right for me!

Pork Chop
Kelsey K.

Okay... so this is not butcher and the boar. This place moved a minute down the road. Slightly different menus. We had reservations for 5pm on a Saturday, that's when they open. For a classier restaurant, we were unfortunately packed in pretty close to the other tables. I hateeee when places do this. It's rustic vibes but very noisy inside. We started with some tasty drinks. Didn't start with any starters because nothing really stood out. We got our entrees and a few shareable sides. Holy pork chop!!! This piece of meat is huge and presented beautifully. It looks amazing but man it really didn't taste that way. The three different toppings drowning the pork just didn't work for me. The goat cheese was over pungent and added an odd flavor. I was hoping for more sweetness from the blueberry chutney and sherry maple vinaigrette. The pork chop tasted burnt on the outside. It just wasn't it. Our friend's scallops were really tasty! The steaks were fairly decent but PS Steak is better. Two shareable sides were the perfect amount for four people. Wasn't super impressed with the lemony asparagus. Service was friendly without issues. There is valet parking otherwise plenty of street parking. I don't really see the hype about this place.

Filet Mignon. Smoked and Grilled All-Natural Chicken. Broccolini. Elote Street Corn
Yolanda M.

Went to The Butcher's Tale for NYE dinner with my hubby and it was delicious! Our waitress was great! Kept up with us and we never had to wait long for anything. It was of course loud as people were getting ready to celebrate a new year, yet somehow our table still felt cozy and like we had privacy which was great. DEFINITELY recommend the banana foster French toast!! I

Long rib
Agnes S.

We loved this place back when it was Butcher and the Boar, and when we came back to Minneapolis and saw that it had reopened as Butcher's Tale, my husband insisted that we go. We ordered the jalapeño and sausage sampler as our apps, and both were delicious. So good, in fact, that I forgot to take photos (oops - all gone!). For dinner I ordered the wagyu strip (4 oz) and my husband ordered the long rib, which is the house special. We also ordered the carrots, Brussels sprouts, and mashed potatoes. My husband got a Glenfiddich 12 and I ordered the True Grit cab. For dessert, we ordered the bananas foster French toast. There wasn't nothing that wasn't spectacular on its own, but the meat was the star of the show. The steak is some of the best I've had. I asked for an extra sear on my wagyu, and though it was thin at 4oz, it did not compromise the temperature of the steak (at medium rare). The Japanese wagyu comes with accompaniments but I felt that these were not needed (though they were delicious). The steak on its own was perfect. My husband loved his long rib and swore it was the best thing on the table, though I preferred my steak. The sides were all very good, though we were especially impressed with the sausage and jalapeños. The potato was creamy and well-balanced. It fit a need in the meal because the food tended towards the spicier or acidic side, so the humble potato with sour cream refreshed the palate. When we first came in, we couldn't be seated right away so we ordered a Bellini and Banana Bread Old Fashioned at the bar. In general, though, service was extremely attentive. Bar service was okay but the dinner service was top notch. There wasn't a moment there wasn't someone on top of things. My first glass of wine (recommended by our server) was not the greatest, so I had it sent back, and this was not an issue. My server asked me what I preferred, and brought 2 samples to try to match my taste, which wound up both being very good. Eventually, I ordered a cab as it paired well with my steak. I will leave this review with a quick note on general atmosphere. It is very similar to the original restaurant. You can see the fire going in the kitchen when meat is thrown on the grill, and there is a big menu in the dining room that reflects market pricing, so you know what you're paying for each cut. The room is darker but stylish and modern. The bar area is a little trendier but still cozy. There are people who dress up to come, but we saw just as many in sweaters, polo, and short sleeve shirts. Smart casual is recomm My husband believes this is the best restaurant in Minnesota. We haven't visited them all, though we have sat at the few top-rates restaurants in the city, being from Chicago. I can't say I disagree. This is one of the best meals you'll have here in Minneapolis.

Suzie R.

This is the place to come if you want decadent and delicious meat! Not the best place for a vegetarian. (lol). Hubby and I were celebrating our anniversary and chose the Butchers Tale to dine. The service from when we walked into the restaurant to when we sat down was great. We had Mich (short for Michelle) as our waitress. She was great and very friendly. We sat in the room closest to the kitchen. It was quite busy for a Saturday night so please make reservations when possible especially during the weekend. We ordered the Mexican street corn as an appetizer - that was great and note - does not come with anything like chips or crackers. I ordered the scallops which received rave reviews on yelp - they were great with the puree and bacon . Hubby had the ribeye and it was delish as well - luckily he shared with me. We also had sides of creamed spinach and Brussels sprouts. He couldn't get enough of the Brussels sprouts and the creamed spinach was my fav. Drinks - hubby had lots of fun IPA beers and I had their key lime margarita which was just okay...but had a cool black salt rim. Oh and the waitress treated us to some complimentary bubbly rose to celebrate our anniversary. The bathrooms were clean and closer to the kitchen (on the right side). Marked M and W. Overall this place was great and lots of fun options for entrees and sides to choose from. We would've gotten dessert if we had room!

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Good food in plentiful amounts. Watch the level of quality though. Better to have the right product than an easy substitute

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Ask the Community - The Butcher's Tale

Is this kid friendly?

This place feels more like a business dinner or a date night destination. I was there 5:30 on a Wednesday and there were no kids. The staff are amazing, so I'd recommend calling and asking them if they can accommodate!

Do they have parking?

Valet is $15. There is also some limited street metered parking around the area but based on the number of carjackings lately around the city, I would probably pay the Valet charge unless you find a meter that is very close especially if you are… Read more

Do you need a reservation for the bar?

Nope!

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