This is a review for The Peasant dinner they offer a few times a week. It's not easy to get a reservation but after going I know why. It's a really small place which makes the experience that much better. The food was amazing. Everything was really good but the beet, onions and cheese plate and the custard dessert were the highlights for me. The wine was good but I could have skipped it. The food was perfect without. The service was wonderful and the chef was amazing to talk to. We got lucky to be at the counter so we were able to talk to him and ask questions. He was so nice. Definitely go! Worth the price. read more

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This place is amazing!!! We couldn't have had a better time. Everything we tried was delicious and Chris our server couldn't have made us feel more at home. He knew the food and wine, we couldn't have had a better time and it was because of him! read more

So, I just got the bed oxtails and pate of my life here. All the staff here are super friendly and helpful. And I'm pretty sure almost nothing from the meat case is ever frozen. They said they go through 9 whole cows a week! It's so fresh. Also have great deals on wine. And so convenient that they're next to Larsen, for all your bakery and bread needs to go with your meat!! read more

I'm not a huge meat person. I know this is a controversial start to a review about a butcher shop but I feel like it makes it that much more impactful when I say the products come coming out of Beast & Cleaver are absolutely phenomenal. The ground beef is a 10 but even better than that, their dry aged burgers will blow your mind. They have some of the most unique sausage flavors I've ever tasted (pho, wine, herb, etc.) and they have all been a great addition to our breakfasts, lunches, and dinners. They also have some unique cuts of various meats like the Picahna pictured and the team is always helpful and happy to provide suggestions for your next feast. Best of all, they source great product and I put a lot of value in ethically and sustainable raised "happy" animals. Go check them out and if there is a line, wait in it because it will be worth it! read more

BEAST AND CLEAVER - Picanha Steak - Butcher Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Ok I can't believe I didn't do the review here yet.by far one of my favorite places to buy foods to cook at home. They got amazing quality of meats here. And we experienced the restaurant at night. And my god was it amazing. Make your reservation for it now. It's that good only thing is it's very pricey here. Like high end prices. So don't be shocked. But we'll worth it it. They do amazing things here daily and always change up things to eat here it's like their own pop-up shop they do inside with lunches. And dinner is a set menu. Check it out read more

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Served up a delicious Rib Eye to my Family from Beast and Cleaver. It was very good. I knew I had brought home a really good cut of beef when my Lab stuck her face in the bag and forgot all about how happy she was that I was home. She never does that..even when I bring the same thing home from the commercial grocer. She knew!! In fact the cut of beef was so tender and flavorful and was so yummy served with some mashers and Dark brown Guinness Mushroom shallot gravy and peas with Carrots. My little lab girl also approved and enjoyed the schnitzels that we gave her. read more

BEAST AND CLEAVER - Home cooked, pan fried, Rib Eye steak cooked Medium Rare. Delish! Just salt, pepper and garlic. - Butcher Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Beast and Cleaver is an old school butcher using local farms and ranches to source their meat. It is how a person should buy meat, reminiscent of the butchers in Europe. Kevin, the owner, manager, and cleaver maestro was very patient with my obscure questions and requests. I'm a talker, schmoozer in New Yorkese, and maybe schmoozing isn't common in his hometown of London. The shop was busy, but Kevin remained polite and welcoming. My chicken and beef tenderloin were very delicious. The pate, more of what I would call a terrine, was very dense and thick. It was tasty, but a bit too peppery for my wife and more dense than what I devour in France. Yet, I sliced it as thin as possible and enjoyed Beast and Cleaver's Terrine de Maison. I shall return to purchase more of Kevin's butchered meat. My protein diet needs good meat well butchered. read more

I am sad to say that our dinner at Peasant (part of Beast & Cleaver) was disappointing, especially because it was so hard to get a reservation and we were so looking forward to it! We arrived on time for the reservation, but had to mill around outside with other guests until they were "ready" and opened the doors with a big flourish. Despite having reserved two months ahead, we were seated at the end of the very cramped bar, practically in the hallway/bathrooms and overlooking the dishwasher. Items were stored all around us and it felt like sitting in a storage closet. We also got to watch and hear the sounds of the dishwashing station right in front of us that was actively used throughout the meal. The chef was quite knowledgeable and friendly, but seemed stressed out and the mood was palpable. He seemed to be doing everything by himself with little to no support staff. We got the wine pairing, which was OK, but the sommelier didn't seem to know much about what he was pouring and timing was often behind the dish being served. Finally- the food! The food was good, we especially enjoyed the famous pate and it was nice to have balanced dishes that included some vegetables. Minuses were food temperature in some cases, timing was just a bit off. Surprising, given that several dishes appeared to have been made in advance. All in all, I can't recommend this restaurant based on the price and atmosphere/level of service. I get that it's a small operation, but quality sadly did not line up for us in this experience. read more

Wow, this tiny european-style boucherie and charcuterie shop is just like those you find in villages all across France. How lucky I am that this little boutique gem is just a few blocks away from my house! Beast & Cleaver is guaranteed to delight any true carnivore. The owner is knowledgeable not only about how to butcher, cut, pack, and prepare meat, but how to cook it, too. Check out his website. The first time I came to shop, a cooking class was in progress after hours, so I had to return the next day, and boy, was it ever worth it. This is a great butcher shop. Best of all? Customer service! The counter staff are all polite, professional, patient with questions, and very welcoming. They make eye contact and say 'hello' as soon as you enter. The employees enjoy talking about how to cook whatever you purchase 'comme il faut' with the flair and authority of true connoisseurs. On one of my first visits, even the owner who was hunched over his workbench was happy to look up from his task to chat with me about the pastry he was making. This guy is both a highly-skilled meat merchant and an artist who is passionate about his craft. Special order? No problem. Whether you want something fancy for the holidays, Sunday steaks, hard-to-find gourmet ingredients, ready-to-eat picnic fare, or an easy and comforting weeknight meal, look no further than Beast & Cleaver. Beautiful cuts of beef, pork, lamb, duck, and other poultry are artfully arranged in the display cases alongside house-made sausages, pâtés, and meat pies, too. This butcher obtains his meat locally; whole carcasses harvested from Washington State farms (with some pork and lamb from two Oregon farms) must measure up to his exacting requirements. He even sources fresh rabbit from Acme, WA, just north of Seattle. When it comes to quality, you just can't beat his meat. See my pictures. The freshly ground hamburger is gorgeous. Highest grade meat products, honest value, a continually expanding inventory, exceptional standards of cleanliness, and superior customer service all total up to a first-class butcher shop experience. But, go see for yourself. You'll agree: Beast & Cleaver deserves 10 stars! read more

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My fiancée and I visited Beast and Cleaver to pick up items that we pre-ordered for making ramen. We ordered split trotters, neck bones, femur bones, pork belly and back fat. We've already tried multiple local butchers around the city including The Swinery and the Beast and Cleaver got our order perfect the first time around. They clearly have a system of order and made sure to get each item correct. I also appreciated that they asked what we were making and took some interest in trying to make the recipe better with some suggestions. What a friendly bunch. They have impeccable service and the quality of the meat looked great and fresh. We will definitely be back for one of their dinners which they host for 10-12 people. read more

BEAST AND CLEAVER - Pork belly - Butcher Near Me - Seattle, Washington

My new favorite Butcher shop in Seattle! I called last Saturday to see if they had any tri-tip cuts on hand. This cut can be a little challenging to find in the North Left. The friendly person on the phone said they did and would be happy to hold one for me. I showed up at the shop 5 hours later and they had it all wrapped and ready to go. The cut was perfect! Well marbled, nicely trimmed and it grilled up perfectly. Thank you Beast & Cleaver! I will be back soon and often :) read more

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I must say that I never thought a dinning experience in a small butcher shop would be such an extraordinary event. The size of the establishment actually lent to the coziness and ambiance. We were greeted at the door and promptly invited in. Our table for 4 was set up right in front and was comfortable for 4 bear sized men. The Sommelier greeted us and led us on a culinary adventure. We ordered the wine pairing and each wine was served with a detailed description. The food was incredible: served at the correct temperature, quite delicious in every mouth full. Close to the end of our culinary experience, the power went out. actually right before dessert. The staff, which consisted of the chef, sommelier and a bus boy, kept their cool, and since it was my birthday, they put the only candle that was available on my table in front of me. Only request, don't blow it out... When the lights came back on, about 15 minutes or so, dessert was served. The chef (Spencer) came out , thanked each of us for coming and having patience while he and the others went into panic mode. I give them a triple A rating across the board. Well done everyone. read more

this hamhock is insane... if you know true southern collards, go ahead and get some hamhock from this place, that's if you know what you're doing there with them collards okay. place is crazy, quality selection, solid folks behind the counter, ambiance is a butcher shop... okay. also got some chicken quarters, pretty damn clean. when i cleaned them with vinegar, the residue after the soak was clear as hell. goodness gracious, god forgive me for eating pork. hands will smell like smoke after handling the hamhock, even if you wash two times with dawn ultra DISH SOAP ... it's crazy man. read more

BEAST AND CLEAVER - ham hock - Butcher Near Me - Seattle, Washington

We had come here for dinner and enjoyed it so wanted to come during the day to get some steaks for home. There were 4 staff members and no guests when we entered. They all seemed indifferent to our presence. One person welcomed us but didn't make eye contact. It was a bit awkward. We spent a couple minutes perusing the meat case and then another minute trying to make eye contact with someone to help us. I finally spoke up and someone came over and said "what do you want in here". They all seemed irritated that we were in the shop (Saturday at noon) and it was quite the contrast to their weekly emails and social media where they enthusiastically show off what's in the store each week. There was no "friendly neighborhood butcher" vibe and we won't be making the trip back. read more

Exquisite. One of the best meals in recent memory. We went to the wine bar, and the ambiance and service is wonderful. We got the salad, Scottish egg, cheese plate, pork rillete, beef/lamb/pork sausage, ribeye, London royale, and dessert. The London royale was my personal favorite, but the Scottish egg, ribeye, and dessert are all contenders. Everything was incredible. I'll be thinking about the London royale for a long time. It was an educational experience just to eat their food -- I learned what meat perfection means to me. Highly recommend. I also attended a beef butchery class at Beast and Cleaver which was amazing too! read more

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Wow is all I can say! Drove down from Bellingham since we're English and wanted to check out the English butcher. Did not disappoint! The pate was 'chefs kiss' and the sausages were sigh we had the bangers and the Cumberland. The burger was great. Will be back! All wearing masks etc covid precautions followed! read more

Came here for dinner, or as it's known, "The Peasant." It was fantastic, you need to do everything in your power to get a reservation. The menu is always changing but the wine is free flowing as they take you on a journey of classic French and English cooking. My favorite was either the head cheese or the beef cheek pie, delightful. read more

BEAST AND CLEAVER - Butcher Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Have been disappointed with my last two visits here. The team behind the counter were not warm nor inviting and seemed almost irritated by my presence. Also, the pâtés (and other use to be awesome items) don't have the same quality as they use to. Where's the aged beef? Anyway, kind of a bummer as it was my special occasion go out of my way type of place. read more

This is the place for all the meat. So many choices. Knowledgeable, friendly and attentive . read more

I've been here twice now, and I'm so happy that they're in Ballard. They make it different types of sausages, I've now tried 4 and love them all. The people that work there are friendly, they have a nice wine selection and the cute tables in front make me excited for what more is to com read more

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Beast and cleaver is my favorite butcher in Seattle! They always have such great looking meats and cuts of steak that we're often not able to find elsewhere like Bavette. The butchers here are so knowledgeable, and always have good suggestions on cuts of meat. They have wine, eggs, broth, and coffee too! Even though we don't live too close by, we always try to come here when we want to get high quality meat. read more

Great local butcher, wish I lived closer. Their selection of meats is great and I love the pates and rillettes they make. I do love that their selection of house made sausages is constantly rotating. They have great sources for their meats as well. Maybe it's a good thing I don't live closer, pretty sure I would be spending all of my money here if I did read more

BEAST AND CLEAVER - Pate en croute, so good! - Butcher Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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We got a pair of New York strip steaks from Beast and Cleaver a few weeks back. The display had a ton of really amazing steaks in the front of it, but the butcher picked out a few from the back that were pretty terrible quality, turning green with an awful smell (these were not aged steaks). We hadn't noticed how bad they were until we got home and inspected them. Honestly pretty disappointed. People seem to hold this place in high regard but myself and my partner felt a little disrespected after our brief interaction. I don't think the butcher did it intentionally, but it definitely left a bad taste in our mouths as if he was just dumping the poor quality meat off on us. read more

A neighborhood purveyor with quality meat (fresh, forced and cured) as well as wine, local eggs, and cheese. The space is small but open, the staff quick to assist, and the prices are fair. I would've given five stars if I hadn't been mansplained to on the phone when I called to ask if they had zabuton. Yes, I know it's a Denver cut but I thought it was understood that I was looking for Wagyu. I recognize that I sound very young on the phone but one should clarify instead of assume. Either way, please support this and other local businesses; we need more places like this to stick around. read more

BEAST AND CLEAVER - Denver steak @ $19.99/lb - Butcher Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I made a trip to Seattle after a seven month gap due to the covid-19 situation. I finally made a trip up there for a series of whistle stops before turning around and coming home. My mission with my stop at Beast and Cleaver was to buy some of their meat which came very highly recommended. I decided to go a more manageable route and buy several sausages that they had for sale. Their sausage options looked adventurous and exciting so I bought three different ones. I got the Hot Italian, a Blackberry flavored one and a black pudding sausage. I wasn't too sure about black pudding in the past but decided to give it a try. All three sausages were fantastic! I went for the black pudding sausage suspecting I may not care for it but actually really loved it... followed by the other two which were equally amazing! Just walking into Beast and Cleaver you can tell they love what they do and want the customer experience to be as perfect as possible. read more

It doesn't get much better than this local little store in Loyal Heights. This store is a combination butcher, fishmonger, bodega and mini farmer's market. They have everything you need for a picnic if you're headed out, snacks, a great cut of meat or fresh seafood. The people are friendly and helpful, seeming to actually enjoy their jobs. This neighborhood and shop are a must visit when in Loyal Heights. read more

I went here due to the great reviews. However with the exception of the pate inside the toast, none of the items listed here were on the menu - no leek soup, no ribs, no tartare. Only 1 burger, 2 types of steaks and salad. The pate was just okay - it was tough to eat and didn't look anything like it does in the pictures. We ended up going for the dry aged steak (market price) for the entree. We asked for medium but the steak was very rare. The server didn't follow up on the steak temperature which I think is a must for a steak place (especially one charging $100 per cut). The meat was tough to eat - stringy and really hard to chew on. The kitchen had already refused to add an additional dish to our order because it was in the process of being closed. We felt uncomfortable asking them to fix the steak because it looked like the cook just wanted to get the hell out of there. We ended up getting the steak to go. Definitely, not a great experience. read more

Beast and Cleaver is my favorite butcher shop in the city. The guys and gals that work there are always friendly and are so insightful on the many different cuts of meat they have. They also have beef stock, eggs and a good wine selection as well. Everything I have ever purchased here has been top quality read more

A gem of a restaurant hidden within a butcher shop. Excellent food, drinks and service and a unique atmosphere. Recommended!

Sheer excellence in every aspect. Quality meats that are locally sourced, and fantastically prepared, from steak, and pork, to lamb, pates, and duck! For myself I wasn't even worried about spending a bit extra than maybe i would at a QFC etc because i know I'm getting the best quality in taste and flavor. My pates, duck, and sausages were ALL delicious . The staff are super friendly, knowledgeable and are happy to talk you through any questions that you may have. If you live in the Ballard region you have no excuse for not going here. If you live in Seattle it should be on your hit list of places to check out sooner than later! Only issue is the food is so good, you might not want to share with friends or family! read more

Perfect shop for all your meat and charcuterie needs. Locally sourced meats, and very helpful staff. I just simply walked in (though you may want to call ahead just in case), and asked for 10 short ribs. They brought out the rack from the back, and Chris hacked away at it for me to produce 10 beautiful pieces that my clients raved about. 100% customer service here. I almost didn't want to leave a review, because it won't be a secret anymore! They even give classes and make their own sausages and dough for pâté. read more

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In a word-- wow. This place is absolutely worth a visit. Extremely high quality meats and prepared forces meats. Very knowledgeable and pleasant staff. I'll be coming back here often. read more

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Great selection of meats and a friendly staff. Hope folks support great local businesses such as this one.

The go-to spot for any of your protein desires. They also have a great selection of wine as well! Staff is as friendly & helpful as you could ever ask for. I drive 20 minutes and pass at least five grocery stores to get the best! I sous vide my meat that I get, which can take anywhere from 2 - 72 hours depending on the cut - so the quality is ESSENTIAL for all of that time invested. Beast & Cleaver never fails! read more

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Got a pork butt and sausage from here last week. The sausage was delicious however you pay an extremely high premium which isn't worth it for pork (maybe their beef is better / more worth it). I was charged $12/lbs for pork butt (typically cost $2-3/lbs) and it taste like any other pork butt. Again my review is only for the pork here, not sure how their other meat is but I will not be back. read more

This place is a meat wonderland! The range of cuts and types of meats offered is staggering - so many times I'll have some end results already planned, I walk in and that goes right out the window. This isn't what I'm use to as far as a "butcher" goes, which is a big plus. The quality and care can also be seen just by looking at the meat, so much better than anything I've experienced. Like others have said, the staff is more than happy to offer some guidance or suggestions, no attitudes at all. Give the Pate en Croute a whirl - the chef had posted for months about working on different flavors, this built up my expectations and after the first bite he exceeded them! Crazy tasty. Also the house made sausages (which rotate) are a must - you can't walk out of there without picking up the bangers or The Beast if it's available! read more

Outstanding pâtés, just wow! Also great music playing every time I visit. And that neighborhood is a great spot to watch the sunset if you're there in the evening. read more

Beast and Cleaver has spoiled us--restaurants' steak can't come close to the aged cuts we've purchased here. The brisket is exquisite; the roasts, amazing. My husband loves their sausages--which can be quite heavily spiced and herbed. I like it that I can get the basics--truly fresh ground beef and pork to make ragu. These folks are tremendously knowledgeable and will be happy to talk with you about unusual cuts of meat and how to prepare them. The first thing we bought was a rolled neck roast (beef). We followed their instructions for cooking and it was delightful. We don't buy meat anywhere else now. Be sure to sign up to get the weekly newsletter about the specials. read more

Great service and high quality meats. Their Pate is exquisite. Very good price point for the quality.

It is very nice to walk into a butcher shop that sells great quality meats. The bonus is that the ability of the person behind the counter to assist with making a decision on what cut works well with your dinner plans. This evening I was cooking dinner for my daughter's birthday dinner and I explained a bit about what I was planning and I was guided away from the Porterhouse and Ribeyes to a Delmonico. I have not had Delmonico in quite a while nor grilled one on my Egg. They even had some guidance for that as well, full service. The quality of the meat for top notch and for the preparation, I took my own path. Everything worked out so well and dinner worked out perfect. With the staff being that knowledgeable and friendly I might trek across the lake when I need to talk to a butcher who knows exactly what they are talking about and serving up fantastic quality meats with a large variety read more