Second dates can be a bit of a litmus test, and New York Butcher Shoppe & Wine Bar in Cary handled ours with ease. The atmosphere strikes that nice balance between relaxed and refined, where conversation flows without feeling rushed. She went with the filet mignon, cooked medium, and it came out exactly as requested, tender, flavorful, and clearly handled with care. That's what she said. I ordered the chicken pesto entrée, which held its own with a rich, well-balanced flavor that didn't try too hard but delivered where it mattered. Now, the real standout: the Hot Honey Roasted Brussels. Those were done to perfection. Crisp on the outside, tender inside, with just the right touch of sweetness and heat. Frankly, I could eat those daily without a second thought. Service deserves a nod, too. The chef stopped by the table to check in, which we were not expecting. Payton, our server, had a great read on the table, attentive when needed, but gave us the space to enjoy the evening without interruption. That kind of awareness goes a long way, especially on a date. All in, it's the kind of place that quietly does things right. Good food, easy atmosphere, and just enough polish to make the night feel a little special. Definitely a strong choice when you're hoping for a second date that turns into a third. read more

Nice space, prime meat, good sandwiches and good service. We had lunch there yesterday ordered a couple of beef sandwiches and Mac/cheese. All were good but the beef was a little chewy. Owner: Please get that head banging loud music out of there. This may serve your cooks well but not your customers. The profile of a headbanger and a $20 sandwich is not the same. So loud we couldn't have a conversation across the table. We asked the waitperson to lower the music and she did but the volume crept back up before the end of our meal. This was my 4th visit and if the music is that loud again we will turn around and walk out. Not because of the food or service but I would like to communicate with my dining partner throughout the meal. read more

Grabbed lunch from here a couple of times and enjoyed it! First, parking is easy because there' s a big parking lot outside. Whenever we've come for lunch, there have been plenty of open spots. Inside, I was immediately captivated by the large selection of rubs, prepared meals, and different cuts of meat. Everything looked very high quality (I was very tempted to get a couple of steaks!) but I ended up opting to try the $12 lunch special :) There were quite a few options - I was particularly intrigued by the classic beef sandwich and the chicken pesto sandwich, so I tried the beef sandwich first and then came back to get the chicken pesto another day. The beef sandwich was definitely tasty but it was basically beef stew in sandwich form, which surprised me a bit :) The chicken pesto sandwich was more my vibe and had a really tasty aioli. The employees were really nice and helpful each time we came. There's also a wine bar but 11 AM is a little early for me to have a drink, so I passed on that :) The wine selection looked pretty decent and they had a few beers on tap as well. Everything felt very clean throughout the store. Overall, we'll definitely be back! read more

I've been curious about this place ever since it opened. Decided to try it out for lunch and glad I did! We got the steak sandwich and a salad. The fries were phenomenal! And the steak sandwich was absolutely delicious! Definitely will be returning here for lunch again! read more

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Went to the Ny Butcher Shoppe as part of a Ladies luncheon group. I had a beef sandwich and Vampire fries. Not only is this a luncheon & dinner spot but they also have wine & prime cuts of meat for sale. In the refrigerated cases they have ready to go food items in various serving sizes and they were reasonably priced. We were given an explanation when we arrived who explained his background & the franchises around the country. Very interesting shoppe & easiest way to find shop is head down Chapel Hill Road before you get to N. Maynard (near the Lowe's Hardware). My food was very good and did not take very long considering that we were a group of 28. If you are into wine, they have bottles for sale as well as purchase by the glass. Many more items for sale but I was there for the food. read more

We were looking forward to checking this place out but the smell inside was so nauseating that we had to leave after just a couple minutes. It smelled like old seafood, just super strong fishy flavor. The staff were friendly though, I feel bad that they have to smell that all day. read more

Fun specialty artisanal grocery shop, butcher, wine store, bar, restaurant, with tables and sports tv. Highly recommend the steak plate (got the prime filet with the most incredible mac and cheese)! Started with the carne asada appetizer that comes with an incredible jalapeño/corn Caesar salad that literally was so good we were licking our plate. Portioning for the appetizer is like a lunch plate. We also got a burger (good!) and the best carrots we've had in a long time!!! Hot honey, peppercorn, ricotta roasted carrots-- literally out of this world. Wine options were really good, fair prices, and we took home a beef stroganoff from the grab and go for dinner tmrw (plus had leftovers from all the food). Staff is plentiful, nice, attentive, and they realize it's a bit confusing as a new spot so they'll direct you! Back parking lot so easy parking too. read more

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This place did not disappoint!!! The food was amazing! Staff were all attentive and so sweet! It's a perfect spot for a cute date night. Plenty of parking. read more

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My husband and I came in for a weeknight date night and were blown away! All of our food was delicious and cooked perfectly. We shared the burnt ends appetizer which was flavorful and well portioned, and I actually really enjoyed the coleslaw. The fact they do meat AND sides well shows they're very well-rounded. I had the sliced steak sandwich which was excellent and could be a good lunch option since the size isn't huge. My husband enjoyed his steak and frites. Next time we'll be back for seafood! Our servers were very nice and happy to offer suggestions. We also brought home some chicken since they have all fresh meats and I could tell the quality difference for sure. Can't wait to go back! read more

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Quality meat, selection of spices, sides, pasta, you name it! Plus a bar equipped with wine and beer options, as well as bottles for purchase. Decent pricing, especially on meal deals. We had lunch and split the prosciutto, burrata, and melon flatbread and meatballs. Both were great, but the meatballs were the best I've had. Great service, fun environment, and great for a date or with groups. read more

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Friendly staff and comfortable setting. The flavors were mild but pleasant. Worth trying

Great food! Great people! Great service! They were super helpful in helping us pick our protein. They had a little spot to eat. Super cool! Highly recommended read more

If there's one thing I've learned, it's that reviews are only as good the reviewer's experience with the type of subject being reviewed. That said, I'm 72, I worked my way thru a NYC college in a restaurant, cooking is my hobby and Italian is my specialty being married to one. The bad: First, the prepared meals are awful. Not just so-so. Awful. Veal and chicken dishes are made from ground meat and the patties contain more bread crumbs than protein. For that, alone, they get one star. I could barely swallow the chicken parm because it tasted so funky. The gnocchi was very bland and dry. The veal parm tasted a little better than the chicken, but it was also ground with more than breading than veal. My friend bought several meals and the special which contained brisket. She told me that the brisket was tough and dry and agreed with me regarding the prepared foods. The good: The meat and fish in the display case looks good, but the pricing is prohibitive for anyone not earning over $100k per year with no spouse and kids. Real eye-opening prices, like $50 for one steak. True, it would cost more than that at a fancy steakhouse, but at least you get atmosphere along with a meal. You can select what you want from the case and for an additional $15 they will cook it for you. Don't be fooled by the name. This is not a restaurant and doesn't have atmosphere. They do, however, have lots of wine and a nice wine bar, but since I don't drink, I can't comment on the quality of the wine. The desserts were good. They DO have hard to find meat. I can't find sliced veal scaloppini anywhere but here. They even carry boar. I will only go back if I'm desperate for veal. read more

I have zero understanding of the two star review. Ignore it. This place is absolutely amazing. The person with the two star review has no idea what they're talking about. They probably didn't even try the burger. The burger is absolutely amazing. Probably one of the best burgers I've had in the state... and that's just the burger. Try any of their sandwiches and tell me that they aren't amazing. This place is a godsend to CARY! If you haven't been here yet go. That's all I really wanna say about that. read more

This butcher shoppe and wine bar is also a restaurant. Got a couple of bratwurst hot dogs to go and they were fantastic. Definitely will go back and highly recommend. read more

I've been here several times and every visit has been consistently great. The food is always high quality and delicious, and the staff is incredibly friendly and attentive. You can really tell they take pride in both their products and their service. Highly recommend, this has quickly become one of my go-to spots in Cary! read more

Just enjoyed fillets cooked perfectly- awesome sides and salad too! Taking some extra salad, sides and cookies home! Will add protein and have a second meal. Thank you! read more

The service, food, and wine were spectacular! The staff is super attentive and knowledgeable. The food is literally so delicious. The wine selections are amazing - great variety of reds and whites by the glass (and bottle) for extremely reasonable prices. We've been searching for a place in Cary that focuses on food and wine, and we've finally found it!! I can't recommend this place enough!! We can't wait to go back!! read more

Everything was AMAZING! A hidden gem . From the moment you enter to cheerful welcomes to the moment you drag yourself away with delicious premade meals and fun wine in addition to your leftovers from your (huge, yummy) sandwich, everything is flawlessly executed. Our new fave! read more

Restaurant will surprise you food is excellent. Burnt ends appetizer and the steak trio dinner was top shelf.

Great local shop with very high quality meats and A couple of other local products. Bar is nice and staff/owner are very friendly. All of the food I have tried off of the menu is fantastic. read more

outstanding , stopped by for lunch , the chicken sandwich with fresh mozzarella was really really good but the star of the show this day was the carrots , generous portion perfect for sharing and cooked to perfection . Great service from a knowledgeable and patient staff made for a fantastic lunch visit , stop in and give them a try , you will be glad you did . read more

New York Butcher Shoppe & Wine Bar - Butcher Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

Stopped in for lunch, and to check out this concept of combining butchery and wine. I had the steak sandwich while my bride tried the burger, we shared the voo doo fries, and both had the aRaleigh Brewing wheat beer from tap. All were five star as was the service. Took home cheese and parsley Italian Sausage for a pepper,onion and potato bake. Best sausage we have had in a long time. On the wine side , wine is sold at retail, and served with no corkage fee. We will return. read more