Our first visit to Wicked Butcher in Dallas for DFW Restaurant Week delivered on every front. Downtown parking is tough, and the third-party valet runs $15, but the interior makes an immediate impression with sharp decor and an open view into the kitchen. We started with the Smoking Barrel, mixed with rye, Peychaud's, Angostura, peach bitters, orange peel, and smoked mesquite. The fresh popovers served alongside the first course were airy, warm, and a standout touch on their own. The fried calamari was crisp and tender, served with remoulade, marinara, and grilled lemon. The braised tenderloin hummus was equally well-executed, topped with chili oil, onion ash, and green onions with warm pita. For the mains, both cuts of meat arrived cooked to temperature and seasoned with precision. The 6oz filet mignon came paired with cacio e pepe ravioli, while the 12oz ribeye was served alongside asparagus and marbled potatoes. The wine pairing selections matched the steak courses well without overpowering the plates. Dessert closed out strong. The banana pudding featured a rich banane du Brésil custard, vanilla wafers, and toasted coconut, while the chocolate tart balanced dark chocolate over a hazelnut crust with peanut butter mousse. Food and service were top tier from start to finish. Five stars, and we will be back. read more

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First time visit for a birthday celebration. It was pretty empty when we arrived- valet was great. Clean and modern. People in our party of 5 had been to Fort Worth and really enjoyed it- especially the corn crème brûlée.....So we tried Dallas. Would direct people back to Fort Worth. I can't recommend our server, he was transactional, short and not interactive and it was as if he was in the wrong position. Other servers seemed welcoming and friendly. The bread was DELICIOUS! The food was decent. I enjoyed my lamb chops(although more rare in spots), but not the mix that was underneath it. The two that got the salmon said it was ok, a bit overcooked and they also didn't care for the mix underneath. The filet was stupendous and the cowboy was really delicious. They really liked the mac&blue cheese- if you don't like blue cheese, I would steer clear! Portions were good. I guess stick to the steaks! The vanilla/sprinkles circular layered birthday cake with a huge sparkler candle was awesome! It WAS included-complimentary, and it was a large portion!! read more

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This has been the worst dining experience of the year. The worst. I'll say our server was fine. The ambiance was fine. The food was absolutely terrible. We invited a couple for dinner to celebrate their wedding we weren't able to attend. They are foodies, so we thought to try something different. The bread that looked amazing tasted like cardboard. The Hummus was terrible, and we are pretty snobby in the Mediterranean department. The Cesar Salad was good. Then the food came out. The seabass had to be sent back once, the second time our friend just dealt with it. I had the rack of lamb, which I get often. Awful flavor and strange celery mix underneath. The guys got Cowboy Ribeyes. My husband ate his because he hadn't eaten all day. He said, he couldn't make a better steak. Our friend had ONE BITE and didn't touch it after that. They bagged it up for him, and he left it behind. A $78 steak, not even touched. The mashed potatoes were great actually. Brussel Sprouts were the worst I've ever tasted. I think the poor server saw we weren't enjoying dinner and brought us out a complimentary chocolate tart, said to celebrate their married couple. It too was not good. Most everything was left half eaten or barely touched. I've never felt like I just threw $500 in the trash can, as I did last night. The food looked good (as shown in the pictures below, but don't be fooled) Complete disappointment. I say this as someone who worked for a restaurant group of high end restaurants for many years. read more

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Very plush, high end restaurant. Staff were great. Friendly and attentive. I thoroughly enjoyed my meal which is prepared and presented at the highest level. There are expensive dishes but plenty of reasonable choices as well. Our only constructive criticism would be please add more seasoning to the dishes. Sorry. Overall worth the visit. read more

Wicked Butcher - GINGER MISO CHILEAN SEA BASS basmati rice, cashew, green apple curry nage - Steakhouses Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Came here for the restaurant week menu. Was mostly interested in the ribeye steak, but to be honest it was the part of the meal I liked least. Wasn't bad, just super fatty and not salted enough. I hate to say it, but a sirloin at Texas Roadhouse tastes better. But I did enjoy the meal overall and the service and ambiance is top notch! Would definitely go back but probably wouldn't order a steak. read more

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Really enjoyed my stop at the Wicked Butcher! Food was really good and unique. Their gnocchi was fantastic, and I eat gnocchi everywhere I can get it. Theirs was the perfect consistency and had hummus at the bottom, which was interesting and tasty. The scallops were really well seasoned and perfectly cooked. I wish it came accompanied by stuff I wanted to eat, but that was fine. Cario, the bartender, took great care of me while I ate. The espresso martini he made was phenomenal! He made a good old fashioned as well. The complimentary champagne started out my evening beautifully. I'd go back next time I'm in Dallas. read more

Wicked Butcher - Bar area - Steakhouses Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Food - 4 Service - 3 Ambiance -4 Went on a Tuesday night while visiting from out of town and decided to give this place a try. The restaurant was practically empty, so we sat in the bar/lounge area. The host and other staff were friendly. Our waiter came off a little smug at first and barely cracked a smile. He honestly seemed a bit annoyed that he had to wait on us, which felt very unfriendly. My friend managed to get him to loosen up a bit as the night went on though, so maybe that's just his personality. To his credit, he was very informative when it came to the main course options. The lighting was dim and intimate. Ambiance was simple and modern. I ordered the sea bass and my friend ordered the beef Wellington. Honestly, after tasting my fish, he ended up enjoying my sea bass more than his own dish. The sea bass was like butter, just as the waiter described it. If fish could fall off the bone, this one would have. It came with rice, cashews, and a ginger miso sauce. The cashews added a really nice crunch and texture and the flavors worked really well together. I thoroughly enjoyed it as b the only downside was the portion size. Like a lot of nicer restaurants, you get one small piece of fish... about the size of my pinky finger. My friend's beef Wellington, on the other hand, was just okay. He didn't say it was bad, but it definitely didn't stand out, especially compared to the sea bass. We also ordered potatoes as a side and the white truffle Caesar salad. The salad was good and the truffle flavor wasn't overpowering, which I appreciated. The potatoes were solid too and paired well with the meal. Dessert, unfortunately, was not it! We ordered the Wicked Sundae. Our waiter had actually recommended the banana pudding or the chocolate tart, but we decided to try something else. We probably should've taken his advice. The sundae tasted mostly like ice cream and was missing the main part of the dish -- the brownie. Nothing to run home about, and it also happened to be the most expensive dessert on the menu. Definitely not worth it. read more

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Wicked Butcher is giving sultry steakhouse vibes in the best way possible. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere is clean, chic, and effortlessly cool -- and let's talk about that playlist... absolutely bomb. The music set the tone for an unforgettable night! I loved seeing the steaks and oysters beautifully displayed, and the open kitchen was such a nice touch -- watching the chefs in action added to the whole experience. Our waiter was phenomenal -- super accommodating, attentive, and made us feel like VIPs all night. We shared the cowboy steak ($72) sliced for two and WOW... perfectly cooked, juicy, and packed with flavor. Every bite was a moment. The sides to choose from ranged between $16-$18 We ordered the creamed spinach and it was rich and delicious. The wedge salad was fresh and satisfying. The corn brûlée? A crowd favorite -- everyone at the table was obsessed! The only miss for us was the mac and cheese -- good texture, but it didn't leave a lasting flavor impression. What truly made the night special was the energy -- the experience felt personal, warm, and inviting, making it the perfect place to celebrate my sister's 30th birthday. Wicked Butcher didn't just serve a meal... they created a memory. 10/10 would recommend for celebrations, date nights, or when you just want to feel fancy and fed. read more

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I stopped in early on a Friday night, grabbed a seat at the bar, and enjoyed dinner while reading my book. I wanted to try a few different things, and overall it was a great experience! The ribeye was tasty -- I might've preferred a little more marbling, but it was still flavorful and cooked well. I tried the crème brûlée with mangoes, but since crème brûlée is my all-time favorite dessert, I might be a little picky -- it just didn't quite hit the mark for me. The service was wonderful, and the vibe was relaxing -- perfect for a solo dinner. Definitely a place I'll come back to! read more

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Fun slider place in lower greenville. I wish when you got the dozen pack you could try all the flavors but you have to get a min of 3 of 1 kind. It was fun to try them. read more

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Food was amazing. Restaurant week featured menu was excellent. Ribeye was out of stock but filet was excellent, tuna crudo, and calamari. Nice ambiance read more

Service, Ambiance and quality of food was excellent. I sat by the bar, and I was served by a younger bartender, he was GREAT. Great conversationalist. Highly recommend the Salmon Tartare as an app. I had the filet for the main, it was ok, over cooked, but edible. Lastly i finished up with the Sunday, which was awesome! Cocktails were great too read more

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Came for restaurant week dinner. I enjoyed walking in and being able to see in the kitchen and a few of the steaks. Service was top notch here too. Very quick and friendly. Before we even ordered, we got complimentary champagne, bread, and I think fried risotto balls. The bread reminded me of a Yorkshire pudding. It was so fluffy but with the rosemary butter was absolutely delicious. I kept eating more of it than I needed to. For my first course I got the beef tartare. I love beef tartare and this one did not disappoint. First, the presentation was amazing coming in in a bowl of black rice. Then eating each one were five delicious very big bites. The tartare with the cream and the roe all together was perfect. I tried some of the tartare on its own and it was great just like that too. For my main, I got the ribeye which came with asparagus and potatoes. Once again, the rosemary butter came in clutch for the potatoes. The steak was cooked perfect to medium rare but was lacking flavor I'd expect from a ribeye. Was still good but not the best I've had. Moving on to dessert, I got the chocolate tort. This was one of the best desserts I've had in a long time. It was very chocolaty but not too rich which can sometimes happen. Even already being full, I ate every bite of the tort. read more

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If you're looking for a great steakhouse downtown with great food and a sophisticated atmosphere be sure to check out Wicked Butcher! We visited here during restaurant week and did their restaurant week menu. Despite this, we were still treated as if we were dinning from the regular menu. We were provided with complimentary bubbles as we got seated, a little palate cleanser and a large bread (I believe it's Yorkshire pudding). For an appetizer I had the braised tenderloin hummus and it was delicious. Next, I had the ribeye- it was cooked perfectly. It was a phenomenal steak and a 16oz steak meant I had leftovers to take home. Finally, their chocolate tart was divine and very rich. The staff and service was very attentive and didn't leave no stone unturned. I appreciate when the staff handles the small things- ensuring your water is always filled, new cutlery at every step, and the presentation of it was very smart. I definitely want to come back and order more from the regular menu! read more

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Was looking forward to the amuse-bouche and/or popovers that I read others describe but we didn't get any. After receiving drinks, we got our entrees and two sides. My pork chop was great. The side of mashed potatoes was at best room temperature. We mentioned it to the server and he took it back to the kitchen. A manager-type came by and wanted to know if everything else was good and said they were remarking the potatoes. It was hot the second time. I'd have been embarrassed if I were the restaurant and taken it off the bill or offered a free dessert. Not Wicked Butcher. read more

Wicked Butcher - Pork chop - Steakhouses Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Y'all, I really wanted to love it, but unfortunately it fell short for me. Came in tonight for a good middle of the week break from cooking with eyes wide for a delicious meal. The setting was beautiful, we were seated quickly, and our server was great. We ordered the wicked smoked old fashioned and the stone fruit old fashioned. The drinks were delicious, cheers to the bar tender! Next came the sample taste of fried risotto and it was delicious. Our salads were on par for a good steak house (Ceasar and wedge) and the bread and butter were divine. So far so good. But everything after was less than stellar. We ordered 2 ribeyes and received one ribeye and one new your strip. The Ribeye was ordered medium and came a little under temp but the flavor was good. I ordered my ribeye rare plus and got a NY strip that was cooked to the right temp, but when I asked about the cut, I was told it was a ribeye just hand cut closer to the strip side. No immediate offer to bring me the appropriate steak. I tried the steak and it lacked flavor, was extremely tough to cut and extreme difficult to chew. The server noticed I only took two bites, and asked how everything was tasting, I unfortunately had to say I could not eat it, then I was offered a re-fire which I kindly declined. They did remove it from my check without having to ask so I was thankful for that. I seriously do not like complaining and rarely send food back. We may try again and just not order steak. read more

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Great steak frites sandwich! This location is in the middle of downtown Dallas, with a very posh upscale feel. The menu is notably small and our server paced our meal well. The steak frites sandwich had well-seasoned filet mignon and tasty shoestring fries on top. read more

Wicked Butcher - Steak Frites Sandwich - Steakhouses Near Me - Dallas, Texas

It was such a treat to walk into Wicked Butcher. Very modern decor and worth any influences visit. The drinks were strong and beautifully prepared. Service definitely A1. The food choices were not the most vast but good. The appetizers definitely overshadowed the main courses in taste. My friends had the steak frites and were just ok with their meal. Since I am unable to eat beef their underwhelming response kinda made me sad. Our server i believe his name is Michael was just great and made up for it. They have the cutest patio where a group of gals can dream they're on a runway. Definitely a must try so you can get your own take. read more

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I had a great time here! They served each guest with a mini arancini (which was so good) and a popover (so crispy, buttery, herby and flaky). My table got the jumbo cocktail shrimps to share which were fresh and came with a sweet cocktail sauce. I got the truffle Caesar and added salmon to it. I thought the salmon was cooked very well, not dry at all. The skin on the salmon stayed crispy and the meat was juicy and velvety. The waitress was very kind and the staff were always attentive to refilling our waters and checking in on us. This is a nice upscale restaurant! read more

We had seen wicked butcher on yelps list of best steakhouses and wanted to try it out! We were celebrating my birthday and it was very nice that they brought us champagne for the occasion! I ordered the ribeye and my girlfriend got a fish dish. I also asked for the triple butter on top of my steak. The steak was very good and tasty and had a nice crust and my girlfriend like her dish as well! The reason for 4 stars instead of 5 is our waitress was a little snippy and had a bit of an attitude and they didn't have two dishes that we wanted to order but other than that everything was very good! Also, the cake that they brought out for my birthday was surprisingly delicious! Normally these kinds of cake are just eh but this was very tasty as was our actual dessert we ordered (chocolate cake)! I would recommend! read more

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One of the best new steakhouses in Dallas. get the dry aged ribeye and corn crème brûlée. righteous! read more

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Not a fan sorry. Steak was a wierd consistency and not very flavorful. Expected more to be honest.

Foodie Alert! I had the opportunity to dine at the Wicked Butcher for a friend's birthday dinner, and it was such a vibe! We started off with a complimentary appetizer, Arancini (Italian Fried Risotto). Those little rice balls were so flavorful! I wish they offered those as a purchasable appetizer. I ordered the wedge salad and the Rack of Lamb. The wedge salad was okay; it was a bit bland, and I think it was missing red onions. However, the Rack of Lamb was phenomenal! The flavor burst through every bite, and I tried to eat slowly to prolong the amazing experience. We also ordered sides for the table: Mac & Cheese, Brussels sprouts, and Creamed Spinach. Overall, everything was delicious. It's a very nice upscale steakhouse with great service, cocktails, and food! I would rate WB a 4/5. So go check them out and tell them Ms. Hope sent you. read more

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Let's me start out by saying 10/10 must recommend. Service-above and beyond, Food- well prepared, flavorful, steak out of this world! I want to say one of the best steakhouses I've indulged in within the DFW Metroplex. We ordered an array of everything. When I say this place did not miss it didn't miss. My favorite was the steak and hummus appetizer along with the Salmon/Tuna Tartare wontons! The table-side ice cream with toppings definitely just added the cherry on top. Amazing read more

Wicked Butcher - Table-side Ice Cream Sunday !!! - Steakhouses Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Visited for my birthday on a Saturday. Definitely recommend a reservation! $5 validated valet The complimentary courses add a wonderful touch (welcome drink, arancini, bread service). We started with the steak tartare, which are served in cones which lessens the serving size but still good. After a long wait, we had the surf and turf and the 16oz New York strip. The surf and turf is amazing and the lobster tail is massive, however we agreed the ny strip was tough and lesser quality. We received a comped dessert, the chocolate tart is delicious but note it does come with peanut. They also went ahead and gave us a discount on the NY strip, so that salvaged the meal. Lastly, the interior is nice but sitting in the booth was much lower than my partner in his chair and the women's bathroom is poorly laid out. The mouthwash is a nice touch though. It's not really a standout steakhouse, may or may not come back but not anytime soon considering it's the same price point as many others but the food quality is lacking. Service is amazing though! read more

Wicked Butcher - Surf and turf - Steakhouses Near Me - Dallas, Texas

When it comes to the Wicked Butcher, I can honestly say that this restaurant checks all the blocks. All steaks and side that my wife and I had were top notch. Service was exceptional. My wife and I will definitely be visiting this restaurant again. read more

Wicked Butcher - The bone in fillet was aged to perfection. - Steakhouses Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Great service and good food. Our server was Kenny and he was 10/10. Outstanding experience and food quality was great. I'm really happy we found this place. We will definitely be back. The starters and main food with sides were amazing. The ambience was great for our business meeting! read more

I only ordered takeout from the bar. Excellent service and my steak was delicious! It was a slow night for them, but the atmosphere was still amazing. read more

Ate dinner here with a work group for the first time tonight. Aesthetics of this restaurant are really nice. We had a private room but walking around it the atmosphere felt good - considering you are in the middle of downtown Dallas. Thank God for the valet parking! I had a Martini Espresso and it was good. We had charcuterie, Hamachi, and a seafood tower to start us off. All was good - I really enjoyed the raw oysters topped with Caviar! For my entree I had the Beef Wellington - the flavor on the steak wrapped in spinach and a dough pastry was great the breading was also really good- one of the best one's I have had. For shared sides we had cauliflower, asparagus, Brussels sprouts, whipped potatoes, truffle Mac and cheese, and a crème brûlée corn (my favorite side - and I typically don't eat corn)! All the sides were good and seasoned appropriately. Service was good and on top of everything. I will definitely be back for a date night! read more

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We went in the other night.. had reservations through their website & Resy- host couldn't find them even though I showed her the confirmation in my phone. She wanted to argue. Said maybe it was for Fort Worth, I again showed her it said Dallas. Already off to a bad start as it wasn't even that busy. We went to the bar to grab a drink and wait for our table, bartender didn't even look up to acknowledge we were standing there. Ultimately got a couple drinks after a guy seated at the bar pointed us out, Get to our table, Server seemed very stressed out. The food was good, but it wasn't anything special or noteworthy. A young guy came by the table to check on us, said he was the manager. Very disconnected and impersonal. Just going through the motions. All he said was " you good over here?" And actually started to walk away as we responded. So good food but subpar service, probably won't go back.. with so many steakhouses in the area, this one isn't worth it. read more

Very cool place, delicious food, excellent service, great atmosphere! Delicious drinks! Absolutely everything from the hostess to the final bill was perfect! Enjoyed every second of it and highly recommend this place! read more

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Food was wonderful and our server Ezra was excellent. Definitely recommend. Nice atmosphere, attention to detail from all the staff. Chefs kiss. read more

Wicked Butcher - Steakhouses Near Me - Dallas, Texas

This place is fantastic! We stopped in before a show at the Majestic Theater, which is just a block away. The staff was very friendly, and the food was excellent--as in some of the best steak you will ever have excellent! We were given complimentary glasses of champagne, risotto balls, and at dessert some mini chocolate chip cookies. I love it when restaurants do that sort of thing as it is unexpected and very classy. The steaks we ordered were cooked perfectly to our individual tastes, and again, I cannot overstate just how good the food was. Oh, and they validate parking. Overall this place has just become one of my new favorites for high end steak houses! read more

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We had an event at The Majestic and heard buzz about this new place and had to try it out. I'm so glad we did. Walking in gives the ambiance of elevation, fine dining, but without a stuffy feel at all. The windows to look in at the oysters getting prepared expertly really set the tone for the evening. We sat down at our booth. Our waiter came by and greeted us and gave us a rundown of the restaurant and a tablet for the drink menu and regular food menus. As we were looking over the menus, we were greeted with two complimentary glasses of sparkling wine, Arancinis, and popovers. Excellent touch. The wine was excellent. Arancini was perfect temperature and texture. I do not like white truffle oil at all, and was nervous at the mention of it sitting on top of a white truffle oil aioli, but luckily they weren't heavy handed with it at all. Popovers were prepared perfectly and while they were served with butter, they did not need them at all. The cocktails ordered were Smoking Gun and the Salted Manhattan. Both were prepared expertly and the flavors were very balanced. Highly recommended both. Having studied the menu for a few days beforehand, my SO knew he was going to get the beef Wellington, and I knew I was going to get the 8oz filet and share the Cacio e Pepe side. Unfortunately, that side was no longer available, and we pivoted to the 3 Cheese Mac and Cheese. The Caesar salad had the unfortunate white truffle oil included. So, we both passed on ordering a salad, which was disappointing. When our steaks arrived, our waiter asked us to check the temps. I ordered my steak medium plus, and the beef wellingtons are only served at Medium rare. Both were cooked to the exact temperature desired. We have been to a lot of steakhouses in Texas and other states. I have to say that was by far the absolute BEST filet I've ever had. It was so tender, juicy, and seasoned the right amount. My SO said his Wellington was "delicious, buttery, and beefy within an excellent puff pastry." That is high praise coming from him. The 3 cheese mac and cheese was okay. I'm a bit particular about mac and cheese and found the noodles to be a tad overcooked and cheese flavor underwhelming. However, my SO thoroughly enjoyed it. For dessert we decided to try the Wicked Sundae, and it was worth every calorie. Chocolate and vanilla ice creams topped with hot fudge, brownie chunks, caramel corn, candied pecans, caramel fudge, whipped cream, and a cherry. I am still dreaming about it today. Overall, we absolutely enjoyed our dinner there. The food, atmosphere, and service were fantastic. Cannot wait to go back again. read more

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We decided to do a guy's dinner her recently and it did not disappoint. We received a complimentary glass of champagne to begin the meal as well as amuse-bouche. We started with the steak tartare. Perfect for our party of 5 as it came with 5 cones of great flavor. The burrata was tasty. The complementary bread was similar to a Yorkshire pudding. Airy and fluffy. The butter that came with it was phenomenal. For the main course we had the tomahawk and porterhouse. Both were dry aged and cooked to perfection. Awesome flavor and enough for everyone to get a good portion. For sides we had the mac and bleu cheese, brussel sprouts, mushrooms and robuchon potatoes. The smoking gun was an excellent cocktail. They did not do a complimentary dessert for our birthday boy, but we had an excellent experience nonetheless. read more

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Dare I say one of the best meals I've ever had in North America. Mykala was our sever and she was phenomenal with great suggestions. Also loved the chic decor with saddles on the wall. Must Haves: steak tartare, hamachi crudo, burrata, tomahawk (wet aged in butter and also dry-aged), Beef Wellington (epic!), corn creme brûlée, Robouchon potatoes, popover OK: mushrooms, Brussels sprouts, desserts (chocolate fudge and olive oil) read more

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Oh my, where to begin. Let's start with the complimentary gigantic popovers, and additional one-bite appetizer, as well as a glass of bubbly. Who does that these days? Heck, you can't get a saltine cracker in a restaurant. The sever even came around with a tray of lemon and lime slices for your water. Our steaks were cooked to perfection, and the sides were just as delicious. Wicked Butcher has a contemporary feel with touches of the old west. Hands down, it was the best cut of beef I've had in a very long time! read more

Wicked Butcher - Steakhouses Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Wicked Butcher has been bookmarked in my mind for a long time. It was pleasure to finally try the restaurant. Better late than never! On my latest trip to Dallas, my coworker and I flew in on a Wednesday afternoon. I initially made reservations for 7pm on Open Table, but we ended up arriving much earlier than expected and couldn't wait to eat. I wasn't able to modify my reservation for an earlier time on the app, so I called into the restaurant to see if they could accommodate us at 6:15pm. I also asked if Wicked Spoon would be OK if we came in our casual attire. Not only was the receptionist able to move our reservation up, but she also assured us to come as we were and we'd be welcomed. That being said, the place was more upscale than not, so err on the side of smart casual. The restaurant interior was very cool. Wicked Butcher calls itself a modern steakhouse. I get that... but is "classy cowboy" a thing? That's honestly how I can best describe the interior. Loved how the saddles around the dining area popped against the deep blue colored walls. Can't get over the Prada cowboys at the foyer. It's those touches of detail that make this restaurant stand out to me. Overall service was excellent. Food came out in a timely manner, and we had an awesome server. Our waiter was friendly and attentive, and he did not disappoint with his recommendations (I got the Pony Up cocktail and Sea Bass entree thanks to him). Furthermore, Wicked Butcher really knows how to elevate your experience with things like amuses bouches and mignardises. I had no idea these would be parts of our meal, which were nice surprises. I enjoyed everything I ate. Our amuse bouche were arancini bites with a truffle mayo. I'm a huge fan of yorkshire pudding, so naturally I loved that we got a popover as our table bread. It came with a side of rosemary honey butter with onion salt. Every component of the Ginger Miso Chilean Sea bass was well executed. The sea bass was beautifully cooked - crispy on the outside but moist and flaky on the inside. Loved the flavorful curry nage, the fluffy basmati rice, and the cashews that attributed a much needed crunchy texture to the dish. Though I didn't order dessert, Wicked Butcher came through with the affogato I asked for. I don't even know if it's on the menu but they were able to satisfy my request. They also gave us bite-sized double chocolate chip cookies as our mignardises. My only complaint, hence the 4 stars instead of 5, is that the place is so loud. My coworker and I could hardly hear our server, let alone hear our own conversing. We both felt like we were yelling across the table. I'm sure every other table felt like they had to do the same, because it got progressively loud during our dinner. read more

The Wicked Butcher is within the Comerica Bank Tower in downtown Dallas. I'm going to call the ambiance cowboy and farm ranch art deco. Its coloring is sleek navy with a dramatic bar and interchanging art/designer versus cowboy wall coverings. Wicked Butcher boasts a menu by Culinary Director Richard Triptow, replicating the success of its Fort Worth sister restaurant. I had the wedge salad unique with pecans and the hamachi unique with oranges and roe. I also had the sea bass with miso and basmati rice. All were very good. They have popover bread for bread service with rosemary butter and I could have eaten maybe 5 of these. Despite setbacks from the pandemic and unexpected mishaps like burst pipes, the team led by restaurateur Nafees Alam persevered and was patient to finally bring this modern steakhouse to fruition. read more

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We came for a birthday during restaurant week. It's very, very, very loud in the restaurant and the tables for two are very close together, so that you get your neighbors' conversations because you have to shout to hear anything. We had a little wait until the wait staff figured out we were there, but the server was on the spot for most of the meal. Started out with the gratis champagne (pretty good!), arancini (OK), and of course the famous, delicious popover. DH ordered the calamari, rib eye and chocolate dessert. I ordered the hummus, pork chop, and banana pudding dessert. I also ordered the special Smoking Barrel cocktail - it was strong, but no hint of smoke. DH really liked the calamari, said the rib eye had no seasoning and was OK, and liked the chocolate dessert. My hummus was lumpy and the meat in it tasted old - didn't enjoy it much. My pork chop came with some nice apples, but the chop itself was very dry. So much so that I only ate one or two bites before signaling for a box. The banana pudding was great. We had to ask a girl who was clearing tables to bring us more water, as we sat for quite awhile with our glasses empty. The wait staff in general seemed harried and I saw a few of them wandering around with drinks, not knowing what table they were supposed to go to (they tried to give us an espresso martini, and the people to the left of us got two of each of the drink they ordered from two different servers). It was a Wednesday night and there was a nice crowd, plus two big parties in the end rooms. We had to pay $19.00 for valet and when we came out the valet just handed us our keys and pointed down the sidewalk to where he had parked it. Ok. We probably will not be back. read more