Butcher and Singer: An Upscale Steakhouse Experience in Philadelphia

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An Absolute Masterclass in Old Hollywood Glamour and Prime Dining If you are looking for the definitive "Power Dining" experience in Philadelphia, look no further than Butcher and Singer. From the moment you step into the soaring, Great Gatsby-esque dining room, you know you’re in for something special. Our recent meal was a choreographed symphony of classic flavors and impeccable technique. The Cold & Warm Starters We began with a selection from the raw bar and traditional French appetizers. • Chilled Lobster & Shrimp Cocktails: The presentation on a bed of crushed ice was stunning. Both the lobster and the jumbo shrimp were exceptionally fresh, sweet, and firm, served with a cocktail sauce that had just the right amount of horseradish kick. • Escargot: These were swimming in a rich, herbaceous garlic butter that demanded to be soaked up by the accompanying crusty bread. A quintessential steakhouse classic done to perfection. The Main Event: Steaks and Chops The kitchen’s ability to achieve a perfect char while maintaining a buttery, tender interior is unmatched. • The Signature Steaks: Whether you go for the classic cut or the Steak Oscar (topped with a generous portion of lump crabmeat and velvety Hollandaise), the quality of the beef is evident in every bite. The crust was seasoned beautifully, locking in all the juices. • Lamb Chops: For those looking beyond beef, the lamb chops were a revelation. They were thick, perfectly medium-rare, and possessed a deep, savory flavor that stood up to the heavy hitters on the menu. The Essential Sides A steak is only as good as its companions, and the sides here are stars in their own right. • Creamed Spinach: This is the gold standard. It was rich, silky, and seasoned with a hint of nutmeg and garlic—easily some of the best in the city. • Garlic Broccolini: A much-needed pop of brightness and crunch. The sliced toasted garlic added a wonderful aromatic layer to the tender-crisp stalks. The Grand Finale We couldn't leave without sampling the legendary dessert menu.

Philadelphia honestly doesn’t get enough credit for how incredible its food scene is, and Butcher & Singer completely proved that to me. From the moment we walked in, the whole experience felt special, classic atmosphere, beautiful space, attentive service without ever feeling overwhelming. I have to start with the biscuits because I’m still thinking about them. I used to live in Nashville, Tennessee, a city famous for amazing biscuits, and somehow these were the best biscuits I’ve ever had in my life. Perfectly warm, buttery, soft, and unforgettable. Everything we ordered was outstanding. The baked oysters were fantastic, the lobster tail was cooked perfectly, and the steak was exactly what you hope for when you go to a great steakhouse, rich, flavorful, and executed flawlessly. It was also my first time trying Baked Alaska, something I’d always been curious about, and it completely lived up to the anticipation. It was spectacular and instantly became one of my favorite desserts I’ve ever had. The entire evening felt elevated yet comfortable, the kind of restaurant that stays in your memory long after you leave. Butcher & Singer is easily one of the best dining experiences I’ve had in Philadelphia, and I already can’t wait to come back.

Loved everything about this restaurant, even the valet parking right in front of the entrance as it was freezing outside last night. Husband enjoyed his first taste of escargot. The wine suggestion from Ashley, our waitress, was great. The attention to detail was greatly appreciated - the wait staff removed any sign of crumbs and straightened the table cloth at every visit to our table. Perfect place for a date night (ours happened to be on a Monday). My ONLY complaint is that we heard the entire conversation of a couple seated next to our table who were on their first date. We were seated at the first half circle table to the right and their table sat just above and behind us. Other than that, Butcher & Singer was EXCELLENT. It will be one of our go-to restaurants.

I recently went here for a company dinner and absolutely LOVED ITTTT!! The delmonico has a very special place in my heart and I will reunite with it very soon. So for starters it did unfortunately take like 15 mins for us to be seated but I’ll chalk that up to them being busy, and it was two days after the snow storm so they probably were short staffed. This is my only con, and I’ll still say the service was amazing. Must haves are the: shellfish platter, delmonico, and the stuffed hash brown. And I got the sweet nothing mocktails since I’m doing a dry 90 days and it was delicious. The ambience here is very relaxed, and the bussers were very quick to remove dirty plates. Our waitress was also amazing, unfortunately I didn’t grab her name but I will be returning very soon. Thanks b&s!!

I was in Philly for work and was lucky enough to experience Butcher and Singer. They honestly served the best food I have had in my life. This is not an exaggeration - I’ve dined in many incredible restaurants but this one takes the cake. My last meal on this Earth would have to be the sea bass - I’ve never had something so perfect, mouthwatering and incredibly delicious! We also had the best server I’ve ever experienced- Brian! He was so knowledgeable, professional and on point with everything. Not only does he sound like Morgan Freeman when he talks but he is such a gentleman and made our experience so special and memorable. This place is just magic, it is an absolute gem and an experience I will never forget. Thank you

Outstanding on beyond chandelier was beautiful. Dinner was taken right to us almost immediately after we ordered the service was exceptional, and the food was even tastier. I had an amazing time here the waitress even offered to take a picture of me and my fiancé I mean, I was blown away about how much attention to detail the servers and the interior designer put into this placevery clean. The bathrooms are beautiful and the people are upscale. Definitely a must visit destination if you’re in Philadelphia.

To whom may this concern I had a wonderful time at butcher and singer. It was my 36th birthday. I had no one join me but they made me feel like I had someone had the butcher salad which was excellent. Porterhouse for one one. The only thing I have to say about that is it could have been seasoned a little better but other than that it was excellent. Mashed potatoes were on point. Super creamy, delicious their biscuits 10 out of 10 creme brulee was phenomenal as well. atmosphere was spectacular my server Ben top notch went above and beyond to make my birthday special, highly recommend this place to anyone that is looking for a good bite to eat in Philadelphia. I am from New York City so this was definitely a different experience. Thank you again to the staff at butcher and singer and once again thank you to my server Ben for making my day special

My experience at Butcher and Singer was beyond expectations! The restaurant was beautiful and service could not have been better. Beef tartar was refreshing, and the recommended stuffed hash browns were perfectly buttery and crisp. The steaks were cooked and seasoned well, while the true star of the evening was the Lemon ice box cake! This was a very memorable meal I’ll never forget, the hype is truly justified.