Best cheesesteak on the planet. Holy cow. So thankful we got to preview what will become the next destination butchery and sandwich shop. Thanks Tony and Dani. read more

I saw a rave review for Chef Cut on the Buzz, so I recruited my foodie friend to come with me to check them out. What's interesting to me is that this establishment is listed as a butcher/meat shop, but they're so much more than that! Yes, when you walk in, you're "greeted" by beautifully stocked meat cases, but they also have a nice sized dining area where they serve salads, sandwiches, burritos, and wine. Today I ordered the Beet Salad and added tri tip steak; my friend ordered the turkey sandwich. The salad appears smallish, but it is mighty! Especially with the tri tip add-on! All of the elements of this salad (beets, grapefruit, olives, walnuts, feta, and balsamic vinaigrette) all compose the tastiest salad that I've had in a while. A very satisfying lunch! My friend thoroughly enjoyed her turkey sandwich and has me wanting to try that at my next visit. I'm not sure if it was the chef and the owner walking around the dining room, but they were both super friendly and checked on how we were enjoying our meal and if we needed anything. Just this seemingly simple gesture shows that they really care about their customers' experience at their establishment. Looking forward to many return visits! read more

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Checked it out and have some thoughts. Wagyu beef sandwich is a win win Chicken Caesar wrap is a win Smoked beef is a fail. Looks nothing like the picture on the site and meat was tough and waaaaay too much pepper. Def not work the $21 price tag. Will continue to try others. read more

We loved the set up and style of the place so the review is about the sandwich we ordered. The roasted pork and rabe sandwich was swimming in grease and stomach-upsetting. Considering it looked like it was their signature sandwich it was very disappointing as we threw out 3/4 of it. Luckily we had the garlic fries to enjoy. It was very crispy. Other customers looked like they were enjoying their sandwich though. read more

I questioned why someone would replace an old butcher shop with something so similar. That question has been answered! What was once a butcher shop that was usually not crowded has been replaced with a thriving shop that had delicious sandwiches. Be warned, you may not get a seat during lunch. I ordered their version of a cheesesteak, packed with waygu and blue cheese. DELICIOUS!!! I just returned from Philadelphia, and this rivaled Angelo's, Uncle Gus's, and the other popular spots I tried there. The servers are super friendly, and I was surprised to see they also have a wine bar. I'll definitely be back to try other sandwiches. read more

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I had their double smash with fries during the weekday. The burger is probably the best value they have on their menu. The hamburger was really good. It was perfect for me because I don't like vegetables. I think they should give options for vegetables though. Smashburger tend to be on the crispy side. Crispy was the only thing lacking from the burger. The tallow fries were also very good however, I don't think it's worth the price tag. I could go get McDonald's fries for a lot cheaper. The reason why I'm giving this place at three is because of the breakfast burrito. I came here last sunday at 8 o'clock. Everything says that they open at 8. But they recently changed their hours to 10. Google maps said they open at 8 and so did their own website. But that's not even my biggest issue. I saw someone get a breakfast burrito that was a chorizo and it was twice the size of my burrito. Don't know if that was a food, blogger or influencer size burrito. But as you can see from my burrito ain't that big. For a price tag of $15 I would expect a lot more. It had enough eggs. It had plenty of sausage, but it barely had any cheese or tater tots. Potatoes are the cheapest things you could fill these things with and it lacked tater tots. The sausage taste great the eggs were kind of dry. They added some grilled onions or something that stood out. Tasted good, but not really a fan to have onions in breakfast burrito. My other biggest issue is their new hours is 10 AM. Breakfast is from 10 to 11. They were packed for a Saturday morning, which is great for a new place. But I got there around opening and order to go. I didn't get home until around 10:45 and I live right down the street. Maybe they need to adjust their times on the weekends. But I definitely will not be coming back on the weekend. There was way too many people there and then not enough standing room for everyone to wait for their food. When they are busy, the flow of the space doesn't work very well. They need to be chairs outside or chairs in that little waiting area at their front door. Definitely won't be back for the breakfast burrito. I'll definitely be back to try out the hamburger again. read more

Chef Cut - Double smash with fries - Butcher Near Me - Brea, California

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Came here for the first time on 9/8/26 and ordered the bacon breakfast burrito with a flat white coffee. The burrito had tallow fried tater tots in them and eggs were soft and fluffy. The burrito was a little on the greasy side due to the tallow-fried tater tots, but it added to the flavor. The flat white was a little underwhelming and milky. The espresso beans seem to be pre-packaged. Just ok. All of the employees working here were very friendly and nice! I returned a few days later on a Saturday late afternoon. There were a lot more people inside having their lunch. I tried the turkey sandwich that had a strawberry rose jam spread which was so good! The turkey wasn't like the typical deli meat you buy at the market, the slices were more prominent. The focaccia bread it came on was slightly crispy on the outside but chewy and fluffy on the inside. They should make a strawberry shortcake with the crumb of it!! It would be so good.. I also tried the Italian sandwich which came on a hoagie roll. The bread was light and fresh, very homemade. We also ordered the tallow fries, which were very good! The sandwiches are large. Everyone is so nice and friendly here. When we ordered waters, they came in a 16 oz type plastic cup with lid and straw. And they came back to offer refills! Very nice.. it's the little details that make a good restaurant into a great one! Can't wait to return. Wish they had online ordering for easier and quicker pickups to-go. read more

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The staff is exceptional here. It is rare to find this level of service. The food is phenomenal. We went three days in a row though I couldn't remember to take pictures each time. My favorite is the turkey sandwich. It is incredibly well balanced in flavor. The strawberry rose jam and focaccia bread truly elevates it. I DREAM of it. My husband enjoyed the Italian sandwich though I didn't get to try it. The fries are generous in serving and surprisingly reheat well the next day! The potato salad is incredibly refreshing. We also tried the wagyu cheesesteak which was amazing. The sesame bun was so good! It was just such a comfort food sandwich. The breakfast sandwich and the breakfast burrito were also absolutely delicious. I couldn't decide which I liked more. I haven't gotten around to cooking the skirt steak but the jidori chicken cutlet was delicious! This was the best tasting chicken I think I've ever had. It had such a rich flavor. As for desserts, the cheesecake is light and the crust is perfect. The compote is perfectly balanced. The toffee cookie is everything I want in a chocolate chip cookie. I'm not usually a fan of soft cookies, but this made me understand the hype. My husband did think it was on the sweeter side. I thought it was perfect. Likewise, the cannoli was unbelievably good. I don't tend to like them since I've only ever had soggy ones. But this one is so crisp and creamy and the chocolate adds such a nice flavor and texture too! The tiramisu is absolutely amazing! It's been a long time since I've found a good cheesecake, let alone a good tiramisu. You can really tell that a lot of care is put into this establishment. I look forward to visiting them often. read more

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Welcome to the neighborhood Chef Cut! We've been waiting for you! When we heard that Old Brea Chop House was going to open a butchery/wine bar/deli experience, we were all in. If you have been to the restaurant, you know that they aren't messing around. And this new place is no exception! We came in with zero plan in mind except to check out the offerings. We were excited at the menu of sandwiches, salads, sides (like Tallow fries) and desserts. So many things that I want to try. However, the very nice gentleman at the counter told us they could make a little charcuterie plate which is not offered yet but will be and that was how we went. The cheese and meat they selected was fantastic and we enjoyed this with a beautiful glass of wine in their cute seating area. When "The Butchery" closed in this location, it left a hole for premium cut meats and thoughtfully marinated entrees. Can't wait to try Chef Cut for when we need meat for a special occasion (or maybe just a regular old day). We will be back! read more

Jersey breakfast in Brea! Growing up in New Jersey, the Taylor ham (aka pork roll), egg and cheese sandwich was a diner staple. In fact, I eat it pretty much every day for breakfast when I visit "home". You see Pork roll is a pretty much a Jersey thing and it's difficult to find it in any other state, let alone the actual sandwich on a menu. So when I went online and saw Chef Cut had it on their menu, I went the very next day to check it out. For those of you unfamiliar with pork roll, it's a breakfast meat sliced thin and fried. It kind of looks like round spam and tastes like a cross between bacon and sausage. When you fry it, you have to make three to four small slits in the meat, so it doesn't puff up while cooking. This pork roll sandwich was served in a foil wrapper, the exact kind of thing you'd get if you ordered it to go at a Jersey deli. When I unwrapped it, I felt like I was instantly transported to the Garden State. This sandwich looked legit. One bite later and I was in heaven. This sandwich not only looked the part, it tasted absolutely authentic. The jersey style "hard roll (iykyk) was layered with runny eggs and melted American cheese and topped off with ketchup. You gotta do the ketchup! The only bummer here is Chef Cut doesn't open until 10am, so you're you'll have to wait until then to get this bit of Jersey breakfast goodness. read more

Chef Cut - Taylor pork roll, egg and cheese sandwich. - Butcher Near Me - Brea, California

Stopped by for the cheesesteak and it was 10/10 amazing! The sesame bread did a great job holding everything together. The Wagyu beef was seasoned well and combined perfectly with the grilled onions and American cheese. It was such a great Philly cheesesteak which is hard to come by in SoCal! I'm already planning my next visit to try the smoked beef and horseradish . Service was amazing, constantly had someone checking in and offering help. I also picked up some short ribs from the butcher counter, they had such great marbling they came out to some great braised short ribs . read more

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I've been here about 5 times in the last 2 weeks! Cheesesteak is a staple in my diet now and the tallow fries slay! Thank you for bringing this amazing spot to Brea. The sesame seed roll, the wagyu beef, and perfectly grilled onions are absolute perfection. read more

Chef Cut - Philly cheesesteak with long hots and grilled onions. Amarossa rolls! - Butcher Near Me - Brea, California

Well I have been eyeing this one while doing my errands at Mothers. A local butchery deli style sandwich shop in close proximity has been long overdue and now I am looking forward to frequenting this spot. Thus far I have visited twice this week. I was too enthused and took my bites before I remembered to take photos I recommend the smash burger so simple and tasty on a potato bun. The beet salad was also super delicious. Both the pastrami and Wagyu cheese steak are also highly recommended but a word of caution they are filling so for those who can't eat that much I recommend splitting your sandwich ordering a salad and/or the amazing crispy light tallow fries! The service is friendly they use high quality ingredients and not to mention related to our favorite local steakhouse Old Brea Chop House. Only thing missing is the pricing for their meats and seafood which I'm sure will come. read more

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My husband and I have been in twice and both times we had a great experience. Everyone is super friendly and gave great service and recommendations. The interior is really cute and feels upscale for a butchery. We were able to find a table easily both times but it can be busy. The first time we came in we tried the caesar wrap and wagyu cheesesteak. The caesar wrap went to number one on my list of caesar wraps in orange county. The wagyu cheesesteak was also amazing and melts in your mouth. We paired those items with the tallow fries and the portions are so big this meal fed us all day. On our return we got the turkey sandwich and the pastrami sandwich pairs with their garlic fries. The jam on the turkey sandwich was so good and it gave a nice sweetness. The pastrami was delicious. We want to come back and try their breakfast and dessert. The display of desserts always look so good but we are too full to try them! read more

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The sandwiches here are absolutely amazing and packed with flavor! The photos honestly don't do this place justice--you have to try it for yourself. Everything was delicious, and I highly recommend checking this place out. You won't be disappointed! read more

Chef Cut - Pastrami sandwich - Butcher Near Me - Brea, California

I heard about Chef cut on the radio and was in the area last week so I decided to stop by not realizing it wasn't quite open yet, but Tony was there, extremely generous and welcoming. I even got a brief tour of the back of house! Thanks Luis! I had the Wagyu cheesesteak sandwich was incredible! And actually quite huge!! so definitely worth the price! Hondo is the hostess, and she truly does have the mostess! What a lovely, polite, young woman she is! I don't live in the area, but when I get to Brea, I will definitely be stopping by! read more

Chef Cut - Wagyu Cheese steak in FRESH toasted sesame roll! Deeelish Dill Pitato Salad - Butcher Near Me - Brea, California

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Love the selection of classic NY deli/Italian sandos and butcher options. The wagyu cheesesteak was 100/10, yes you must get this, no questions asked. The tri-tip horseradish sando was a miss for me. Like tri-tip typically is, it was just too chewy and lacked flavor. Personally I would've liked more horseradish which I didn't taste much of because of the strong onion jam. Also tried the mushroom arancini which was a miss too. Lacked salt and overall flavor. The butcher options and premade foods/sides by weight had no prices listed anywhere that I could see (maybe I missed it). Everything looked good but no listed prices may mean high price per pound. Definitely worth checking this place out!! read more

Chef Cut - Smoked beef and horseradish sando 4/10 - Butcher Near Me - Brea, California

This spot took over where The Butchery was next to Mothers. They've only been open for a couple of days. We will 100% be back. They have great cuts of meat, seafood as well as sides like creamed corn, creamed spinach, twice baked potatoes and more. We also ordered The Mortadella sandwiche. The bread was fresh and warm. The sandwich was fantastic. Well lit inside with a clean seating area. Great service as well. We needed a spot like this. read more

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We stopped by on a Sunday, it was busy but efficient. Finding a table looks to be tricky and based on luck. We got our food to go. The Chicken Cesar wrap was so good. Refreshing dressing was made fresh, chicken was well cooked.The beet salad was a nice surprise many times people tend to create sweet beet salads, this one was bright & refreshing and so good with the walnuts (that were not candied). Looking forward to making this place a regular rotation. read more

Chefs Cut is incredible. It is a wonderful sister establishment to Old Brea Chop House. You gotta come here and try the sandwiches and pick up some cold cuts and steaks for the house. It is of the utmost quality and amazing service you experience at Old Brea Chop House. I can't wait to come back! read more

Chef Cut - Super fun hot sauce selection! Can't wait to try these! - Butcher Near Me - Brea, California

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Chef Cut is a hidden treasure! They sell prime cuts of meats and a good choice of cheeses but they are outstanding when it comes to sandwich making. I ordered a turkey sandwich which was made on focaccia bread. It was filled with turkey, bacon and an awesome strawberry rose jam. It was excellent and very large. I had to take half the sandwich home. For me it was too much to eat in one meal. The service was excellent, and we were checked on several times - just in case we needed anything else. I'm anxious to return and try another one of their choices read more

Chef Cut - Turkey sandwich - Butcher Near Me - Brea, California

This place just opened up and I was super impressed, they remodeled it to make it this nice modern classy atmosphere with a great selection of meats, seafood and best of all they have caviar... not just any caviar, Thomas Keller's new caviar!!! Great prices on bottles of wine and they said they do free corkage at their restaurant if you buy the bottle at the butcher shop! We got the wagyu cheesesteak and it was huge! Like big enough for 2 people big, they had some of my favorite sides from their restaurant available Togo so I'll be having their twice baked potatoes and cream corn to go with the ribeye I picked up as well as their tiramisu for dessert, nice selection of gourmet soda's, beer and wine, this place is definitely a great addition to the neighborhood. read more

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Had an AMAZING TIME at Chef Cut! Went for dinner with my friends, had a great meatball sub and really appreciated how kind and helpful all of the workers were. Definitely coming back for more of that cheesecake! read more

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Came in on my lunch it was packed but got my order in about 10 minutes! Very friendly people working there can't wait to come back and try more! read more

Chef Cut - The Chicken Caesar wrap it's HUGE!! Fat, stuffed, and a light grilled tortilla it was DELICIOUS!! - Butcher Near Me - Brea, California

Absolutely phenomenal ! This will be the best Philly Cheesesteak you ever had. Truly enjoyed the beet salad as well. The tiramisu was as good as I had in Italy. I'm looking forward to trying the filet mignon breakfast burrito. read more

Ordered a couple of sandwiches to go. I would suggest the turkey sandwich. The strawberry rose jam was super yummy!! What a great new sandwich shop to check out :) read more

J'adore! Chef Cut is our new - coup de coeur. Tony and Dina with Chef Masa created a beautiful place where we can enjoy freshly baked bread with curated deli meats and steaks and exclusive selection of wines from the well designed cellar. Italy, France, Spain and American finest produces are under one roof thanks to Tony's love of food. The team is wonderful and very professional. Noah and Hondo were the sweetest. We can't wait to try other items on the menu. Chef Cut, thank you for being in Brea. W read more

Heard this place opened and we had to go!! I am so glad we did! We met the owner Tony... nicest down to earth guy Owner of the Brea Chop House, which I LOVE!! one of my favorite places for a steak dinner He introduced some of his employees...this is their 5th day! We are so excited for them. The food was delicious, we are most definitely coming back here soon read more

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So glad to have an Italian deli in Brea! The sandwiches are ridiculously delicious! I had the eggplant parm and my husband and son had the waygu cheesesteak and the garlic fries are next level. The staff is so kind and attentive. And the space is decorated so well. My only wish would be for a little more seating, but other than that I'm super excited to have such a great addition to Brea. read more

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Woah! That's all I have to say about this place! I ordered the Chicken Caesar Wrap, and it was absolutely delicious. The Caesar dressing was fresh and homemade, which made it even better. My husband ordered the Wagyu Steak Sandwich, and he loved it, it was amazing! To add the cherry on top, the hospitality was outstanding. Everyone was so welcoming and friendly. We will definitely be back the next time we're in town! read more

Great service and outstanding sandwich and salads. You can also pick up a prime steak to take home. Highly recommend for a great lunch or quick dinner. read more

The team behind OBCH has expanded their presence in North OC. This is a one-stop shop, checks all the boxes. Dine in for lunch, and grab some wine & steaks for dinner - the same "chef cut" meats butchered in-house, served at Chop House. Arrabiata sub rivals all others, and Smoked Beef with horseradish kick, perfection- must try with an ice cold beer on tap. read more

Congratulations to Tony, Dani, Chef Masa & the Wonderful Staff. What a great find! This is so much more than just a sandwich shop. They have delicious, freshly made sandwiches that are perfect for enjoying there or taking home, along with a wonderful selection of wine, gourmet snacks, and specialty foods. What really sets this place apart is the fresh meat selection. You can pick up beautiful cuts of meat to take home and prepare for dinner. It's the kind of place you can stop in for a great sandwich and end up leaving with a bottle of wine, some gourmet goodies, and dinner for the family! A wonderful spot to sit, eat, browse, and discover something new. Definitely worth a visit! Bentley read more

Food is good, service is good. First ordered some problem with food but they resolved the issue quickly.

Coming from a fan of the Chop House the food is not worth the money or wait for that matter. There is a limited amount of seating and this place was not designed with large parties in mind. We ordered our sandwiches and awkwardly waited in the middle of the seating area while everyone ate and stared at us. There was a manager checking on tables, when our food came out and we still had no table, the server was more proactive in finding us a place to eat our food. I had to eat standing at the bar area and the other two in my party luckily found some chairs and were able to sit at counter height to eat. We were about halfway when tables became available, nobody offered to clean one for us. Nobody offered us water that everyone else had and I watched them get refills. I was also charged wrong at the register and the cashier was nice enough to either offer a partial refund or a dessert. I observed many of the patrons knew each other so maybe that's the way to get better service?? read more

The selection offers are amazing!!! The sandwiches are incredible, the bread is baked fresh every day!!!! Don't forget to try the Arancini!!!! A true taste of Italian!!! And to top it all off, a TRUE Jersey, delicacy... Taylor Ham, Egg, and Cheese on a Kaiser Roll with dash of ketchup nothing could be better... read more

Best Chicken Cesar wrap I've ever had hands down!!! Everything here looks amazing I can't wait to come back and try the rest of the menu! read more

Chef Cut - Chicken Cesar Wrap - Butcher Near Me - Brea, California

Went for the soft opening and tried a few different things. The smash burger was delicious, my hubby had the cheese steak and a meatball sandwich which he raved about. We also had some cheese cake for dessert and some cookies. The cheese cake was homemade and some of the best I have ever had. They are supposed to open this weekend and you need to try it. Can't wait to try their meats and charcuterie boards:)) the service was great and they have lots of salts and sauces you can buy. read more

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Absolutely fantastic - we loved our sandwiches! Excellent quality - everything was so fresh. Great service & nice ambiance as well. We got food to go but definitely plan to return soon to purchase from the meat counter. It had such a great selection! read more

Get the turkey sandwich. It's life changing! Even if you pop in for a bunch f other tasty treats. The Turkey Sandwich is a great add on. I would appreciate one as a gift. It's that good! read more