Butchr Bar

301 Glendale Blvd, Los Angeles
(310) 806-8347

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paul williams

The owner is a stuffy aussie.
Seems to have a problem with things American.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Nanci X

Amazing food and wonderful service. The cabbage salad was one of the best things I’ve ever had. The steak and sauces were great too, but the beef tallow French fries were beyond. The server made it a very special evening. Thank you!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Carmen Hu

great meal, lovely ambience, high quality ingredients, well thought out menu, excellent service.

no notes!!! :)

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Raquel Kalina

This place is a chic little spot, all muted tones and stylish details straight off a Pinterest board.

At first, we were seated at a bar-edge table with awkwardly high chairs that left almost no legroom. My husband and I aren’t big people, but it was uncomfortable. We asked to move, and they graciously accommodated us. Not long after, the couple seated there requested lower chairs too, so clearly we weren’t alone. The design here leans more toward aesthetics than function—there was even a perfectly sized table reserved for books and plants that could have probably been utilized for diners. Still, the cozy, lived-in touches, like the coat rack and the homey décor, created the vibe of having dinner at a friend’s fashionably curated house, which was warm and inviting.

We started with the grilled asparagus, which came with a horseradish sauce that added a sharp, peppery bite to the smoky char—balanced and bold without overwhelming. The market salad was crisp and refreshing, full of bright flavors that cut through the richness of the meal to come.

For mains, we ordered the Wild Rivers Purebred Wagyu MS8+ Picanha and the Oakley Wagyu Bavette Steak MS7. Both were absolutely exquisite—tender, juicy, and deeply flavorful, with a melt-in-your-mouth quality that spoke for the quality of the cuts. The seasonings and sauces on the side paired seamlessly with each bite, enhancing rather than distracting from the beef. Definitely one of the bests we’ve ever had.

For drinks, I had the lemonade—an excellent balance of tart and sweet that felt perfectly refreshing alongside the heavier dishes. My husband had a West Coast IPA, which complemented the richness of the steaks with its crisp bitterness.

Our server was friendly and attentive and checked in at the right moments, making sure our glasses were never empty. His genuine hospitality really elevated the whole experience and made us feel well cared for.

Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed everything we ordered and would highly recommend this spot to anyone in search of a great steak in a stylish intimate setting.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

SJ Yang

Amazing meats, burgs, juice and vibes. Fries were killer too. Don’t miss live guitar on Fridays 🥂

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

D H

Husband and I had a wonderful evening here for our anniversary. Henry was absolutely FANTASTIC. Made us feel very welcomed and comfortable.

Vibes and interior: Super cool place with excellent vibes and groovy decor. I just wish we weren't sitting at a long table with bench seating. I think next time we'll ask to be seated at a regular table on the other side of the place. I did love having a view of the dry-age cabinet and the chef doing his thing - so I'll call it even! Great art and decor on the walls, and I loved the calming color scheme on the walls.

Food: We started with a simple but tasty beef tartare on toast points with chives and the spiced macadamia nuts (my hubby really loved those). Then came the Skull Island shrimp with fermented chili butter. These were really good. Grilling these in the shells makes them all the more flavorful and juicy, and the fermented chili butter just elevated things.

We ordered a salad made with toasted hazelnuts, oranges, greens, sprouts, and a simple vinaigrette. This was soooo refreshing, light, and tasty, and was the perfect foil for the steaks to come. I ordered the Roam Australian Wagyu rump and my husband ordered the New York strip loin. Both were served with a selection of sauces, ferments, smoked Maldon salt, and freshly grated horseradish. The steaks were really tasty and the accompaniments only made them better.

Our wines were delicious and paired beautifully with everything. We also shared a vanilla bean panna cotta with fresh macerated strawberries, which was a lovely light way to end the meal.

Everything was a little pricey, but such is to be expected with high quality ingredients. Small family food establishments have a hard time making any kind of profit, and all the more so if the product is high quality - so I'm okay paying if that means supporting small, family-run eateries.

Henry and the owner (I forgot his name!) gave us two anniversary gifts - so sweet and thoughtful! The fermented hot sauce is sooooo delicious - I put it on everything at home! And a really cool Butchr Bar trucker hat that will get lots of good use.

Also Danny the chef let me pick his brain on all things charcuterie, curing, and dry aging, and he even suggested a couple of books that he uses all the time! Really nice guy!

Overall a really enjoyable evening!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ofir Riskovich

I rarely write restaurant reviews, but Butchr Bar genuinely impressed me. I went with a friend for dinner, and everything from the food to the atmosphere felt on point.

The vibe inside is cool and welcoming. Dim lighting, modern touches, and a kind of laid-back energy that makes you want to settle in and stay awhile. It’s the kind of place that feels special without trying too hard.

We started with a couple of appetizers. I ordered the beef tartare, which was absolutely delicious. The meat was fresh, seasoned perfectly, and paired with baguette that added the perfect texture. It had just the right amount of tang and richness without being too heavy.

My friend got the deviled eggs, and honestly, I ended up stealing one. They were creamy and super flavorful and way better than your average deviled egg. We both looked at each other after the first bite and were like, “Okay, this place knows what it’s doing.”

For mains, I decided to go all in and ordered both the lamb and the burger. The lamb was tender and full of flavor, cooked beautifully with a pink center and served with a sauce that brought it all together. I kept slowing down my bites just to make it last longer.

As for the burger, I ordered it protein style since I’m cutting back on carbs, and it didn’t disappoint. Even without the bun, it held together perfectly and tasted incredible. Juicy patty, sharp cheddar, tangy pickles, and pickled beets all wrapped in crisp lettuce. It felt indulgent but still light enough that I didn’t regret a thing.

My friend had the Wild Rivers ribeye and was seriously blown away. It came out with a perfect crust and was cooked exactly how they wanted it. Super tender, juicy, and flavorful all the way through. They said it was one of the best steaks they’ve had in a long time, and I believe it.

The service was another highlight. Our server was friendly, gave great suggestions, and really knew the menu. You could tell the staff actually cared, which made the whole evening feel even more enjoyable.

We didn’t end up getting dessert, mostly because we were too full. But everything we saw going to other tables looked amazing, so I already know I’ll be back to try something sweet next time.

I also had a glass of wine that was amazing, they had a great selection. You can tell their wine selection is just as thoughtful as their kitchen.

What stood out the most to me was how intentional everything felt. The flavors, the presentation, the pacing of the meal. It’s clear that someone put a lot of heart and pride into creating this place.

If you're a fan of high-quality meat, amazing wine , and warm service, Butchr Bar should be on your list. I left full, happy, and already thinking about what I want to try next.

Highly recommend. This place is a gem.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Elle Patterson

Super cute, vibey space with awesome food and great staff. As a pescatarian, I had the prawns, market salad, deviled eggs & cheese platter and tried a few spritzes. Can’t wait to go back!!

Tyler

5’s across the board! Food was excellent; got the Lamb Tartare, Deviled Eggs, Charcuterie and Burger and they all hit. Wine was excellent, friendly and helpful staff elevated the experience making it a must-return wine bar on my shortlist in the area. Thanks for the great experience! Limited sitting, so I’d recommend booking with Resy.

Blaire Ward

This is a true gem of LA and my favorite place. I had my birthday here last year and was grateful for such a positive customer service experience. The food is fantastic- I crave it so much! It's the only food I will eat in LA when I'm out because I know it's so clean and of high quality. By the way, don't listen to any negative reviews here. They're certainly trolls and have no idea what they're talking about. The chef has a food science degree from Berkeley and is well known in the industry, and the family who runs it are meat experts who work with meats worldwide, so they know what they're doing. I've traveled around the world eating some of the best food, and anyone with good taste knows this place is pure excellence. Will certainly be back. I recommend any meat, particularly the wagyu, sausages, tomato, olives, salads, fermented veg, and of course the excellent wine xx

Melanie Echausse

Really cute place with great service. Got the deviled eggs, and tartare to start, and wagyu rump and the ribeye as entrees, all very delicious and loved the sauces on the side. Staff was really friendly and on top of bussing the table and refilling drinks, and the chef came out to check tables and chat. Will definitely be back.

Dominic Sheehan

Stumbled into Butchr Bar on a lazy afternoon and left wondering how I got so lucky. This place is such a vibe—laid-back but stylish, and full of little surprises that make it way more than just a place to source the highest quality meat in town.

We started with the cheese plate, which rotates, and ours came with a creamy blue, a nutty aged cheddar, and a soft-rind cheese I can’t even name—but all of it was top-tier. The red currant jelly was tart and bright, and the nuts and fresh bread tied everything together. Then the beef tartare hit the table—dry-aged picanha with chili oil, a quail egg on top, and crispy bread to scoop it up. Probably the best tartare I’ve had—deep, rich, and full of texture.

What really made the afternoon, though, was sipping sparkling water and hot bone broth (don’t knock the combo ‘til you try it) while playing Connect 4 from their nostalgic game stack. Forgot how good I was at that game, lol.

Thanks for the fun and flavor, Butchr crew. Totally unexpected, totally awesome.

Adam Milne

I live on the west side, but I like to make regular pilgrimages to Echo Park to check out what’s new—there’s always something interesting popping up. A friend told me about Butchr Bar, this new Aussie-owned meat-focused spot, and let me just say: it’s a serious standout.

The first time I dropped in was kind of spontaneous. We were just grabbing a quick bite before a show and ended up ordering the Aussie and American burgers. Didn’t expect to be blown away—but we totally were. The Aussie had this smoky, savory richness with the perfect tang from the beetroot, and the American was just straight-up indulgent. Juicy, melty, satisfying in every way. We left full and super impressed.

But here’s the thing—we couldn’t stop thinking about it. The food, the vibe, the energy—it all just worked. So a couple nights later, I made the drive back just to do a deeper dive into the menu.

We started with a bottle of Amandine by Damien Bureau—a fizzy Chenin Blanc from the Loire Valley that was crisp, bright, and loaded with these fresh apple and pear notes. Totally unexpected and completely perfect with the charcuterie plate, which is all made in-house and honestly some of the best I’ve ever had. Every slice had this super intentional flavor and texture—balanced fat, bold seasoning, and nothing overpowering. The pickled veggies were fresh and vibrant, giving everything this extra lift. It’s a next-level board.

And then the wagyu! We tried both the regular and aged cuts, and both came out hot, juicy, perfectly rested, and just melting with flavor. Seared beautifully with a smoky crust and that buttery interior that real wagyu is known for. The sauces were anything but an afterthought—refined, balanced, and clearly designed to complement the beef rather than mask it. The herb one was kind of like a dialed-in chimichurri, the orange peel sauce had this really cool citrus-savory thing going on, and the dark one had a funky, fermented depth that was addictive in the best way. These were chef sauces, not just condiments.

Also tried the lamb chops, which were ridiculously good—tender, flavorful, and perfectly caramelized on the outside. And the bone broth? Just a simple cup, but man—it hit. Deep, rich, comforting. Like the kind of thing you don’t realize you need until you’re sipping it.

The space itself is awesome. It’s got this warm, modern Western-Italian fusion feel—I loved the wood furniture and mod-industrial-concrete design, mixed with some terracotta palette. It was an intimate environment, yet socially spacious. Music was on point, the lighting’s moody but not dark, and you can actually hold a conversation without yelling. It’s the kind of place you want to linger, OR better yet a great date place.

And the staff—total pros, but also super laid-back and funny. We had a couple of good laughs with our server, and the bartender really knew the wine list. The whole team felt like they genuinely cared, but without that over-the-top scripted vibe. Just good people who love what they do.

Butchr Bar isn’t trying too hard, and that’s what makes it great. It’s confident, creative, and totally unpretentious. You get the feeling it’s going to become one of those spots people talk about for years—like, “Remember when you could still get a table at Butchr?”

Echo Park just keeps delivering, and this place is already at the top of my list. I’ll be back soon—and next time, I’m going big with the tomahawk.

Amy Vu

We waited near an hour for the driest steak of our lives. If you see “wagyu” and think of a fatty, juicy piece of steak, then do NOT order steak here. We tried both of the wagyu (regular and aged) option. They both came out DRY and CHEWY and room temperature. They were also super salty. All 3 sauces provided tasted terrible. One was salty orange peel, one tasted like blended grass, and the third looked like a piece of turd. Appetizers were overpriced and not that great either. Do not recommend at all.

Arn014 W

This place is a small restaurant with a bar and limited seating. The vibe is chill, but that’s the only thing worth mentioning. We started with the asparagus and shrimp—the asparagus was alright, a bit too salty but decent with the sauce. The shrimp? Just okay. But here’s the kicker: you get two shrimp for $24.

For mains, we ordered the Roam Wagyu Rump MB7 and the Roam Wagyu Ribeye Dry Aged 25 Days. Both were a disaster. They showed up almost cold, and were dry and so salty they were barely edible. They felt like beef jerky instead of actual steak. Honestly, some of the worst steaks I’ve ever had. On top of that, it took nearly an hour from ordering to get our food. Completely disappointing experience.

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