Wowowow is all I have to say about Butcher and the Rye. An eclectic menu, offering rabbit, duck, items with chicken liver, and more traditional items too! My husband and I went for a date night in downtown PGH and it did not disappoint! It's the sister restaurant to Meat & Potatoes and while they have similar aesthetics, the menus are very different! We started with the steak tartare (might be called beef tartare on the menu, I can't remember) but it came with this FABULOUS French onion dip and a thinly sliced potato nest. The way our waiter described it was a "deconstructed" tartare and that really is the only way to say it because it comes out on 3 separate plates. One of the best tartares I've had in awhile!! The burrata was seasonal, with roasted butternut squash and chili oil...yum!! The only thing not pictured that was ordered was the focaccia and my husband claimed it to be the best he's ever had :-) The star of the show was the roasted pork collar, which they were gracious enough to split in half for my husband and I, as we typically like to eat "tapa" style and try a little bit of everything. It was absolutely fantastic and I am practically drooling writing this review. My only push back is that they require a card on file, at $50 a person for cancellation which feels very steep, considering when we went on a Saturday night and it wasn't very busy. However, would highly recommend :-) I wish I could remember our waiters name but he was wonderful and explained everything thoroughly. read more

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The potatoes were excellent and the meringue had a very nice texture also I personally loved the adjustable candle lamp. From Hugo (age 8) Ps: the bear was cool but Kaylee was cooler read more

Lovely spot for a girls night out: dinner downtown Pittsburgh The salmon en croute, essentially a salmon version of a beef Wellington, was absolutely delicious. Perfectly cooked & citrus butter blanc‍!!! My one request would be for table lamps, I'm al for a dark and moody vibe but I just need some table level lighting pretty please read more

Oh man, what a meal. I've been counting down the days until this reservation. First, the vibe is immaculate. Woodys, cozy, moody, eclectic. We also had excellent fast service for Friday night. Food: Sunday gravy - this tasted like it simmered on the stove for hours. So dang good with an immense depth of flavor. Put it on the focaccia, and it is a divine combo. Rabbits and dumplings - this was a homey pot of goodness. The rabbit was tender, and the gravy was packed with flavor. I loved the little mushrooms and dumplings. It was just a well-done, tasty dish. My wife loved her chicken dish. She said it was a deconstructed chicken, but completely "chefed" with great flavor. It was so savory and delicious. Get the Kirby cucumber salad. It was zingy and a good, light side! The baked Alaska was amazing. The presentation was fun-- a flambé on the table... so much fun and there was so much big flavor. The punch of rum paired perfectly with the bananas foster and cake. Just so elevated and great! read more

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Love to see yinz back!!!! Hance took great care of us and started off by giving us a rundown of the menu which helped so much. He went into detail to any questions we had with the sweetest demeanor. We started with some wine and bread service with pesto. It was just 2 of us having a girls night and decided to share a bunch of starters. We had the mushrooms and the game lasagne. Everything was so good! So happy that butcher and the rye is back. Can't wait for my next visit. Thank you Hance and the team for the great night! read more

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Butcher and the Rye is FINALLY back and we snagged reservations for their opening night! We were seated upstairs in the lounge area. There's some seating downstairs, upstairs at some tables, then up some more stairs in the lounge area which also has a second bar. I will note, it was pretty dark in the lounge area which may not be everyone's vibe. Our server was really nice but clearly stretched too thin. He was taking care of us as well as quite a few other tables and parties which led to things being on the slower side service wise. We waited quite a while for our desserts and for our check. To be fair, we did go during their first night of service back so I'm sure they still have some kinks to work out and it wouldn't stop me from coming back. We ordered a little bit of everything to share family style and our cocktails were delicious and the food was somehow even better! Standout dishes included the focaccia with chicken fat butter, the duck rillette, butcher burger, and dirty pasta. The dirty pasta was phenomenal and I can't stop thinking about it. We ordered one of each dessert and loved them all but the baked alaska was our favorite. I definitely want to come back and try more dishes! read more

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Had a really great date night dinner here! I haven't been since the Apres Ski Bar a few years ago, and the decor seemed much the same, dark, moody, cabin core. Service was great (I think his name was Justin...Jason maybe?) but he was super helpful and attentive. All of the food was delicious, but the mushroom cappuccino deserves a love letter of its own. Would go back just for that honestly. read more

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Okay--so we wanted to love this place. TLDR; would not recommend based on the price. We are Richard Deshantz gold members and this was an incredibly disappointing experience. It's coming back from being gone for SO long, and as a long favorite in PGH we have been looking forward to getting a reservation. We've had this date on the books for MONTHS, and honestly, I would not recommend it. We had a couple cocktails, a glass of wine, the beef tartare, the dirty pasta and the rabbit and dumplings. The drinks were solid -- boozy in a good way. Honestly, the beef tartare truffle chips were a highlight but the chips were the star and the tartare was just onion dip. The dirty pasta was good, not phenomenal, and honestly, leave the rabbit - incredibly bland with little to no flavor. Our server was attentive and kind but provided an incredibly small pour of wine which left less to be desired. The bass and music were WAY too loud (and we have a huge tolerance!) and that was addressed by a couple dining near us. The ambiance is neat, lots of low lighting and decor. ALSO--prices don't match up to the menu?! Which also needs to be addressed. So, maybe stay home? read more

Butcher and the Rye - Dirty Pasta - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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Had a nice dinner at Butcher and the Rye. My wife and I shared the dishes. We started with the Caesar salad, which I would rate as average. Then we moved to the highlight of the meal - the ricotta gnocchi appetizer. Calling it a gnocchi was a bit of a stretch. The pasta was shaped more like little tubes. But they were tender without being mushy. A rare feat. And the braised rabbit sauce was incredible. So flavorful. If I had known, I would have ordered 2 more of these and called it a night. For main course, we got the sea scallops. The scallops themselves were prepared very well. The risotto was lacking a little flavor/salt. But still very good. Service was a bit slow this evening and recognizing this, the waiter comped the salad, which was very thoughtful. Interestingly, about 5 or so years ago, I reviewed the next door neighbor of this restaurant, Tako, owned by the same restaurant group. I commented back then that the music was way too loud, to which a restaurant representative replied in the nicest fashion that I was too old for Tako and I should go to Butcher and the Rye. Well, I'm even older now and I found the music here to be too loud too. It's the same setup as Tako. We were upstairs and the music was blasting. Downstairs, it was fine. For the love of God, please invest in some small speakers on the first level so those of us upstairs can enjoy a nice conversation without the blasting music! Plus you played a ton of 70's music, which is too old for my liking. So there! read more

A $50 dollar hamburger!!! No where in the entire world is this worth this. Somehow, some people don't read the reviews

Phenomenal atmosphere and the BEST BURGER in Pittsburgh. Great scallops and cocktails. read more

Butcher and the Rye - Burger Plate - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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Generally bad experience. Had theater tickets for an 8pm show and a 6:15 reservation. Wasn't sat until 7:15. Obviously couldn't order anything but appetizers. They were serviceable but one was the wrong thing and the staff at first were unapologetic and unhelpful. The manager took it upon himself to come over (we didn't ask) and was generous and helpful. Far from ideal but could've been a different experience if the restaurant wasn't over booked and/or we had somewhere to be. read more

Well, it's been reviewed several times, so nothing new other than they have maintained their well deserved reputation for great food and service for years now and that's not easy downtown. Food was succulent, flavorful, bountiful, and had all the umami you hope for. And, not over salty. Service was top tier, elite. Drinks were legit, retro & new were PERFECTLY made. I hope they keep their talent cause they're well worth it. It can get noisy on show nights - we happened on a quiet Sat night. read more

It was shocking from the moment we walked in till we left, the staff made it known they were not interested in serving us, and were rude on top of it all. Staff said the kitchen was to close in 10 minutes, so they took our food and drink orders, but never submitted them, so we missed the food opportunity. Then had to remind them about our drinks, which took another 10 minutes. Mind you there were 3 folks at the bar, and two tables of 6 people. They were certainly NOT under staffed. Do they hate their job? Did they want to go home? It's a Friday night, and they don't know the trade they're in? Don't they want to make money? What a joke this place is. I've live and patronized many establishments downtown for 38 years. Never have I and my friends been treated like this. When this kind of behavior happens from the staff, we patrons who have the means will tell others to avoid this place. It's not worth your time, money, and experience, and I hope you go out of business. You don't deserve to be part of the cultural district. Though it's a different feel, Redbeards is far more attentive and respectful establishment. Spend your money there and you'll have a much better time. I'm dead serious!! read more

So here's my MO. Whenever I go somewhere, I always ask the server for a recommendation. Why? Because they're the experts! Also, I've a hard time making decisions so I'm cheating! DRINKS: something sweet and or fruit. FOOD: what would you feed a hungry football player? Someone who likes savory/ flavorful dishes but can't do "too spicy." Now that you know, we can continue our tipsy yelping. UPDATE: Butcher and the Rye closed 12/2020 due to covid-19 pandemic's tour of fine dining destruction. The location reopened 12/02/22 as Apres Ski Bar while the Butcher and Rye concept is reignited. ~~~~~~~~~~~~ I've been here before and the food was delicious. It was about 2+ years ago, so I'd be lying if I told you what I ate. However, my subconscious causes my mouth to water when I think about eating here. Make that bit of information what you will. Yesterday I was out for drinks. The night's vict-- server was Erin. She recommended the Snowfall in Montego Bay. She made an excellent recommendation. It was made of a clove infused Jamaican rum, banana, cinnamon, rosemary, honey coconut, and apple cider. The blend of flavors was well-balanced and helped prevent any one flavor dominating the drink. So if you don't like any of the listed ingredients you should be safe to order because they all worked in harmony to prevent offending your palate. In the meantime, I need to make sure to return for dinner again. read more

Butcher and the Rye - Snowball in Montego Bay - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

I went to Butcher and the Rye's newest concept, The Lost Cantina, on Friday with a group of 9. It's open Fridays and Saturdays only starting at 5pm. We enjoyed countless cocktails, with The Purple Drink being our unanimous favorite. The presentation of each drink was so aesthetically pleasing! We shared appetizers from adjoining täkō and the service overall was beyond attentive. The tropical decor and open air concept made for the perfect send off to summer! read more

Butcher and the Rye - Purple Drink, Paloma Freeze - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Met up with a friend at Butcher & The Rye's Aprés Ski Bar pop-up. It's so cute & cozy inside, highly recommend requesting inside if you make reservations & highly recommend reservations. This time we were in the outdoor tent. Definitely not equal vibes/ambience to the inside, but still fun. The seasonal drinks are creative and have a lot going on. The "Cloud 9" (not pictured) was my favorite both times we've visited. They were just suuuuper slow to come out this visit, but the inside was packed so it's understandable. The sauce on the mussels "Moules Mariniére" was divine - shallot, white wine, garlic, mustard, thyme & cream. So rich & great with the French baguette. The mussels themselves were ok. Some of them were a bit iffy imo - always a risk to order mussels in Pgh, but I love them. Also adding a pics from the first time we came with our other friends, but none of them really capture the decor inside. It's worth checking out for the atmosphere & some good food (currently a more limited menu with charcuterie boards, fondue, and apps) & cocktails! read more

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I met some friends here post music concert for an after concert stink and snacks. We got a table right away and sat on the cool couch with the fur blanket. We enjoy the frittes and the shrimp cocktail. The server, the ambiance and food were all excellent. Happy we could enjoy the ski apres theme before it changes. read more

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I was just walking by after having dinner in the area and didn't realize this place as actually open (no food, just drinks)! Loved the Christmas/holiday decor, good mood lighting, and had fun with our bartender. Wasn't overly crowded but had a nice trickle of people coming in and out. I had the Cloud 9 cocktail and it was tasty! My partner and I also enjoyed a shotski since he had never done one before. Definitely recommend stopping by for a drink (good mocktail options too if that's more up your alley!) read more

Butcher and the Rye - Cloud 9 cocktail - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This is a great special celebration venue with its beautiful décor, great service, and fabulous cocktails! We had a large party of 12 and were seated upstairs near the bar on several cushy seats and couches which would have been nicer if we weren't so split up and the seats weren't so low to the ground. The taller folks in our party - which was everyone except me (LOL) - struggled to get in and out ... but, the food sort of makes up for all of that so let's move on to the menu. We had some swanky perfectly made cocktails to start. I loooooooove their Old Fashioned's ... some of the absolute best in the city. I get mine with Maker's Mark and they are always DIVINE. We tried the Sunday Gravy made with lamb and nearly licked the bowl. I mean, we were so close to doing that ... it was THAT delicious. I had the dry aged steak and it was sublime. Absolutely perfectly cooked and so tender. It's pricey at $42 but very good. Wife had the branzino with garlic scapes and that was amazingly good too. Of course we had dessert and it was delectable with fruit and cream and shortbread. Man, was it good. This area of downtown is vibrant and exciting, right in the heart of the cultural district so it's a good option for out of towners and locals alike. read more

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This restaurant is a favorite of a good friend of mine and I now know why. Walking into the restaurant .. the warm dim lighting made me feel cozy. The downstairs bar is square shaped - and just the right size. There are a few communal tables for dining downstairs but upstairs is where most of the dining area consists. There is another bar upstairs. I just love the décor of whole restaurant. The cool-classic wallpaper on the walls and all the cool accents all over.. I enjoyed looking around very much. It's a fun place to patronize. We sat at the downstairs bar and shared a cheese plate. I look forward to going back and trying a whiskey flight. It was a pleasant first visit.. and looking forward to the next. Thanks Butcher and the Rye. read more

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Food was fantastic, service was extremely lackluster. It took us 50 minutes to get our appetizers. The only reasons they got 3 stars was because the scallops and the dirty pasta were incredible. I mean really, really good. But our waiter was extremely inattentive. The appetizers were great, but I'm still waiting on my entrees as we speak and my reservation was for an hour and a half ago. Then my buddies got their entree- the rabbit. Had great flavor, but my entree the burger was a mile behind it. I'd give this place another try, but they seriously have to work out their customer service, no doubt! read more

Butcher and the Rye - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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Updated Review, based on awesome dinner experience! I'm so glad that we came here on a Thursday evening. It's clear that the space itself is beautifully eccentric, but the food... five stars!! Our service was great, couldn't have been happier with how quickly we were seated and how attentive our server was. The food came out surprisingly quick, and was delicious! The fried brussels were top notch, along with the blue crab risotto and roasted duck. Part of me thought that I needed to order more food, but I'm glad I didn't.. the portions were a great size, and I left with a full belly! Also, just a side note - they do accept reservations, and they are attached to TAKO which is pretty cool. Bravo, Butcher & the Rye! I will be happy to recommend this restaurant to anyone. read more

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Went on a Saturday evening with the bestie. Arrived 15 minutes before our reservation, and we were seated immediately. The dress code runs the gamut. I saw some folks in sequin dresses and some in shorts and a t-shirt. It's a very welcoming come as you are environment. The service was fantastic and the food came out at just the right pace. Had the brussel sprouts as a starter and they were great. For entrees, I had the halibut, and my bestie had the rabbit. Both arrived hot and both were delicious. We both had the chocolate mousse cup for dessert. It wasn't too sweet and it was the perfect portion size. I'd definitely go back. An overall great dining experience. read more

Butcher and the Rye - Halibut and rabbit entree's. - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

I got to eat at Butcher and the Rye for my birthday earlier this year, after years of talking about visiting it. It was a delight! My family and I made reservations for 5pm, right as the restaurant opened for dinner. Good thing, too - the line of fellow diners waiting for dinner to start literally stretched out the door and down part of the sidewalk. The restaurant was full within minutes of officially opening for evening service. So yeah: reservations are definitely recommended here! Despite the place being full of people immediately from the start of service, we never felt neglected during our visit. The dining staff were prompt and efficient, as were the extra busy bartenders. I especially want to thank the staff for patiently explaining parts of the menu to my excited carnivore father. He was having trouble selecting an order and had a lot of questions, all of which were answered thoroughly. He ended up ordering one of their specials at the time, while I opted for scallops atop a blue crab risotto; my brother the roasted chicken; and my mother the brussels appetizer. Everything was fantastic! The cuts of meat were tender; the main and side dishes alike were well and uniquely seasoned; and the meal as whole was expertly crafted and very deserving of the prices being charged for each plate. In addition to enjoying the samples from my family's plates, my risotto - despite being a bit rich - was such a tasty delight that I just HAD to eat every bite of it! We all left full and satisfied, and all agreed that we would happily come back for a future special occasion. Thank you for the amazing birthday noms, guys! read more

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Excellent all around. Rye/cayenne mule was excellent but the dirty pasta is not to be missed. Period. The recipe for it is also online, and it takes a long time to make, which is worth it if you've had it at the restaurant, because you'll remember how good it was and look forward the whole time to what you are about to eat. Service was also excellent. It's a little loud, but there are intimate spots throughout if that is why you are eating out. But if you want intimacy, make the meal at home for the third date... read more

This place was all around excellent. It has dark mood lighting and mini lamps/candles at each table. The decorations are unique with top hats as lamps, patterned velvet wallpaper, an antler chandelier, a taxidermy black bear, and little trinkets throughout the restaurant. My husband and I love whiskey, so of course we had to order some cocktails. I got the "Wild Kind"; it was good, but if you don't like ginger, steer clear. My husband got the "Salinger's Sling"; it was good, too, with a coffee aftertaste. For our meals, I ordered the roasted chicken and my husband ordered the burger. Both were excellent! (I, of course, had to try a bite of his). The chicken was white meat stuffed with a dark meat chicken sausage. It was moist and went perfect with the creamy brussels it sat on. The burger was cooked perfectly and the meat was juicy. The fries were thin, crispy and delicious. Dessert was probably our least favorite part of the meal, but it was still good. We got the honey cake. It was a tad overcooked, but I'm pretty sure they bake them fresh, so that makes up for it. Overall, we had a great night. The food was delicious and the prices were reasonable. I would definitely come back! read more

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Reservations are highly encouraged otherwise you may be waiting a long while! We checked in 30min early but visited tako (next door) in the meantime. Back to B&R...seating is tight. 2 party tables are small but doable. Don't plan to order too many plates at once because you may not have enough space. Whiskeys are imported and selected from all over so come with something atypical in mind because they likely can make it. Fried rabbit is crisp on the outside and tender inside. Seasoned well with polenta. Dirty pasta is al dente with great flavor of chopped duck. Top it off with honey cake that has Johnny Walker ice cream. read more

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Great bar and restaurant with a darker atmosphere. If you are into whiskey, this is your place. Check out the choices on the tablet with hundreds of whiskeys to choice from. Although they did not have one that someone ordered, felt sorry for the bartender that went up the ladder to find out it was not available. The food is very good. I had the scallops and risotto. Scallops were cooked perfectly as was the risotto. The risotto could have used a bit more crab as the flavor got a little lost with richness of the risotto. My plate only had 3 scallops. Will the portion was enough, it seemed to be a little overpriced for the plate as compared to a few other nicer restaurants. read more

Butcher and the Rye is amazing! I came in for dinner and they were completely packed. Luckily, I was able to find a seat at the bar. Upon sitting down, I was immediately given a water and a menu. The bartender quickly took my order in about 5 minutes. The wait for food was around 30 minutes and completely worth it. I had the Roasted Chicken; it was perfect. The chicken was moist and tender. It paired perfectly with the creamed brussels, while the grapes added a nice contrast. read more

Butcher and the Rye - Roasted Chicken - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Cozy spot in downtown Pittsburgh with good vibes and service. However, the food is just okay. We ordered the chicken and steak and it didn't really stand out. read more

Butcher and the Rye - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

I used the Yelp App to make our dinner reservation here prior to a show we were attending and it was super easy, highly recommended! The menu small for food, but everything looked delicious. I had the Scallop Dinner which was accompanied with blue crab risotto, lemony asparagus, wild mushrooms, and crispy kale, it was delicious. It was very flavorful and although looks small ot was the perfect amount of food. My son had the Sirloin Steak meal which was accompanied with crispy potatoes, wild mushrooms, greens and demi glace. He ordered the steak med, it came out more medium rare, that was ok. The problem is the steak was almost $50 and it was tough, I mean I had a terrible time cutting through it, plus it had a thick, really thick and really large piece of fat along the entire side. I wouldn't recommend this entree, it was too expensive for a so-so steak. Someone else in our party had the Branzino entree and it was also delicious. Our favorite was the side of Mac n' cheese. A must try. We finished with the Flourless Chocolate Cake and the Apple Custard Bread Pudding for our desserts and they were also pretty good. Definitely worth trying. read more

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I wanted to love this place but I can't. Ambiance is fantastic. Service was meh. Food was also meh. I hear they've got some structural problems here so it's a bit limiting. Hoping to try one more time. Alpine pop up was cool though. read more

A girlfriend and I came to Butcher and the Rye for her birthday dinner. We'd been hearing for a long time about how Butcher in the Rye is the best reviewed restaurant in Pittsburgh, so we wanted to try for ourselves. The first thing I loved, as an English teacher, was the decor. Seated on the second level, we were greeted with views is a large Holden Caulfied mural to one side, and a wall of bookshelves to the other. The ambiance was lovely--intimate, candle-lit, yet not stuffy. We started with the cheese plate and brussel sprouts. The cheese plate was well-balanced and the perfect size for the two of us to share. I particularly liked the breadstick-crackers that had a strong crunch and great flavor. The brussel sprouts though. Those were something else. Crunchy, but not too dry. Salty, but balanced with a rich, fatty aioli with a hint of lemony acid to cut through. Those were probably the best Brussel sprouts I've ever had. For our meals, my friend ordered the steak and I ordered the scallop entree. My scallops were perfectly cooked with a perfect sear that creates a thicker crust than I'd had on a scallop before that I really enjoyed. It was served on top of the crab risotto which was an excellent texture with just enough bite. I also loved the hint of lemon that balanced the richness of the risotto and the delicate scallops. For dessert we shared the pumpkin cheesecake. Rich, creamy, topped with brulee'd mashmallows. No complaints here. Everything at Butcher in the Rye was PERFECTLY balanced. I see why it rates so highly with everyone in Pittsburgh, and now it also rates highly with me. read more

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We came here after hearing a lot of people talk about this place. The interior is dark and the ambiance subdued. We had a large party and a reservation, and were seated at a long table right when you walk in. The cocktail menu was impressive and I had the Pearl Thief. The combo of ingredients in this drink was great! For my entree, I had the New York Strip. It was a nice but of meat and you get a decent amount. It was cooked medium rare perfect and the sauce was light, but highlighted the meat taste itself. The mushrooms were the perfect accompaniment. The bone marrow salad did not fit my taste buds and that is the reason for the minus one star. Service was good on this busy night. read more

This place is neat! I prefer to stay on the Tako side though. I got in trouble by an employee for buying a beer on one side and taking it to the other. Weird right? read more

Came here for dinner before a show and it was a great pick! Ambiance - cool vibe upstairs and downstairs. Dimly lit and somehow lively and intimate at the same time. Was packed for a weekday (Tues) but we were able to get a table without a reservation. Service - attentive. Friendky Drinks - seasonal cocktails. Had an excellent version of their old fashioned and I'd recommend it. Food - we split 4 apps/small plates which was perfect. My favorite was the dirty pasta- it's their most popular dish for a reason. Carrots were just okay which was disappointing Price - we got 4 drinks and 4 small plates for $100. Left slightly buzzed and full. Overall great for a small group or a date. Awesome bar upstairs. The ambiance is def my fave part of this place and I'll be back! read more

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If you're figuring out what to do while visiting Pittsburgh or if you're a local looking for a new spot. There's no need to read this review, seriously go and make a reservation right now. Use Yelp and reserve a table for your group. You'll freaking adore it and say I love you to the food and drinks more often that one should For those who need some context why read below! Butcher and the Rye is a very sexy spot. It's hip, the staff is dressed up all cool, music is set to the right tone, and the decor in here screams hipster chic. I heard about this spot as a must try from Rachel (Yelp Pittsburgh CM) and knew I was going to be well taken care of. Since I was riding solo like a red cup in college, I took advantage of the second bar upstairs and found a seat quickly. TBH I was the only person sitting at the bar but that was fine by me. I was able to eat like a mad man and not worry about elbow room. There's plenty of various sitting in this restaurant. I saw a private room on the first floor, bar seating, a mid-level with a few tables, and a private area for celebrations adjacent to the second floor bar. For my fellow Rye and Whiskey addicts. You'll be in love with the portfolio they feature. I was like a little kid whose head was spinning from countless options. They hand save their ice with an old school machine that is hand drawn. It felt pretty steam punk to me and it made me appreciate my Mint Julep even more. I wasn't quite hungry but knew I wanted to munch on something. After taking a look at their concise menu, I knew the Dirty Pasta was for me. I don't know why it's called the dirty pasta, because I just about licked my plate clean. Dirty pasta is a must try with the ground duck and buttery, cheese goodness you get in every bite. I regret not ordering a second plate and fulfilling my inner foodie within. GO CHECK THIS PLACE OUT. read more

Stayed in Pittsburgh for one night and needed to grab food & drinks for dinner. Everything around our hotel was almost empty (even on a Saturday night) except this place - which was packed - so figured it must be good. Couldn't get a normal table, but there was room in the bar upstairs. Chance, our bartender/server, was really friendly, attentive, and made amazing drinks. Our food was excellent - especially the foie gras. The Caesar salad would've been perfect with less radicchio, but no complaints. Will definitely visit if we ever find ourselves in Pittsburgh again! read more

Yelp researched the best restaurants in Pittsburgh and Butcher and the Rye was on the top of the list. With 4.5 stars and over 600 reviews, I knew I had to give them a try during my 3 day stay. Added Yelp bonus: Their reservation system is through Yelp, woo! AMBIANCE: Low lighting, mounted animals, and antler chandeliers.... oh my! SERVICE: We arrived a little early and our table "wasn't quite ready yet". No problem, there are multiple Pokestops nearby to hit up (judge me). Our waiter (dangit, I forgot his name) was great! Very friendly and personable and checked on us frequently. We made it halfway through our entrees when we got a phone call from our hotel for a noise complaint on our dogs. Unfortunately, we had to cut our dining experience short and our waiter speedily boxed our leftovers and expedited the bill process. We definitely appreciated this! FOOD: Winner, winner, duck dinner! Omg, the Dirty Pasta was sooooo good. We perused other Yelper's pictures that captioned the Dirty Pasta as "their last meal on Earth"... I'm thinking "yeah, right, stop, so dramatic". Um, yeah, no... SERIOUSLY SO GOOD. Salty, slightly sweet, herbaceous, meaty, cheesy. DO IT! The brussels are also really good, very charred and covered in parmigiano reggiano. I've never had brussels with dill and it was definitely a unique twist. DRANKS: Kentucky Tea Party Punch was visually stunning and equally tasty. The cup was beautifully topped with a mint garnish and paired great with the Pimms and Jim. If you're interested to know what a hellfire shrub tastes like, then order the Wild Kind. I'm sure one could guess, but do it. I dare you. Overall, great meal, great time, wish we could have stayed longer! So sad I missed out on the Bramble cocktail and Peaches n' Cream Doughnuts :( :( :( :( :( read more

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