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Butcher and Barrel by True Blue, Wilmington, NC

Butcher and Barrel by True Blue

4.7
4.7
521 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
10:00 p.m.
Booked 14 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for groups
Chef Bobby Zimmerman and his team welcome you to Butcher & Barrel by We Are True Blue, located in the South Front District of downtown Wilmington, NC.

Celebrated for its prime cuts and lively atmosphere, Butcher & Barrel features a menu of locally sourced ingredients and an extensive selection of bourbon and whiskey. With its high ceilings, funky wallpaper, and art featuring local artist GERB, Butcher & Barrel aims to offer not only a delicious dining and drinking experience but also a memorable, vibrant one. Designed to give you a big city feel, it has that exciting air of "where are you going to go next?" after you finish your meal or drink.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Steak, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (910) 769-7010
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Neighbourhood
    Wilmington
  • Cross Street
    3rd Street and Front Street
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    Port City Trolley stop right in front of us! Trolley schedules and routes can be found at www.wavetransit.com/free-downtown-trolley-schedule/
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • BOGO Bar Snacks

    Multiple dates available
    We offer buy one get one free bar snacks on Friday & Saturday from 4pm-6pm at the bar or outside on the patio!
    BOGO Bar Snacks photo
  • PYO Mimosa Brunch

    Multiple dates available
    Every Saturday & Sunday we offer a bottle of Henri Dubois Champagne for $40 with 3 specialty juices for you to pour your own mimosas! Our brunch features a variety of classic breakfast options and our most sought after lunch items.
    PYO Mimosa Brunch photo
  • $1 Local Oysters

    Multiple dates available
    Every Thursday we offer $1 local Hold Fast - Southern Salt Oysters. They're from Southern NC, taste like snow crab, olive brine, with a copper finish. They're perfect for date night or before a night out on the town! Pro tip: we have 1/2 priced bottles of wine on Thursdays and they pair so good with our Champagne, Sauvignon Blanc, and Pinot Noir.
    $1 Local Oysters photo

Offers

  • $5 Burger Night

    Multiple dates available
    Wed - 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
    Join True Blue Butcher & Barrel for $5 Burger Night each Wednesday night from 4pm-7pm. We have $5 A la Carte Smash Burgers at all locations!

    $5 Burger Night photo
  • BOGO Bar Snacks

    Multiple dates available
    Fri - Sat - 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
    Enjoy buy one get one free bar snacks on Fridays and Saturdays outside or at the bar! You can enjoy things like popcorn chicken, crab cakes, and smash burgers. Pro tip: we have 1/2 priced specialty cocktails on Fridays and $10 specialty bourbon pours on Saturdays. Consider your weekend planned!

    BOGO Bar Snacks photo

What 521 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Lively

  • Wilmington

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Wilmington

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Wilmington

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Butcher and Barrel by True Blue offers a dynamic dining experience with "savory to the hilt" steak flights and "amazing" service. Patrons praise its "superb" meat quality, diverse menu options, and a lively atmosphere. Although some find the prices steep, the "impressive customization" and overall quality make it a must-visit for steak enthusiasts.

521 Reviews
  1. Matthew

    Wilmington

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Can’t say there is a reason I’d go back. Food is blah (although Brussels are excellent) many better options for same food cooked/prepared better

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  2. Alfonso

    Wilmington

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I got the 6oz filet with crab bernaise and it was absolutely amazing. Fantastic meal for my birthday. Also the cocktail i got was perfectly balanced.

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  3. Eric

    Wilmington

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We still feel this is the best steaks / beef in town!

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  4. Andy

    VIP

    Charlotte

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on December 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Wednesdays are $5 smash burgers, which is what we had. Also ordered a couple of sides. Food was delicious. Service was great. Atmosphere was on the dark side, and noise level was loud, but overall, a very nice time.

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  5. Kathleen

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We are from New York here to visit our children and grandchildren [9 & 5] we were very happy with our experience. Although they were headed for a busy night with a graduation happening, we were made to feel welcomed and not rushed at all. I will definitely visit this restaurant again and recommend it with confidence . The food was amazing. Our waiter Austin was knowledgeable and super friendly !

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  6. Brittany

    VIP

    Western NC

    28 reviews

    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on December 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our table was ready with highchairs and in a great spot with a nice view of the kitchen. Erin, our waitress, was so attentive and friendly. Much appreciated when you dine with littles. Thank you for a great experience

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  7. Matthew

    VIP

    Baltimore

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Still my favorite restaurant. The steak is always incredible.

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  8. Kenneth

    Wilmington

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had a terrific time with my family. Will be going back on Wednedat lights!

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  9. Karen

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was our first time and I was a bit nervous, having selected this restaurant for my wife's birthday dinner celebration. We were not disappointed! Our waitress was so friendly, made excellent recommendations, and could not have been happier to welcome us. However, the food was the star! The meet was so tender, it basically melted in your mouth. The arugula salad that accompanied my selection was absolutely delicious; my wife's selection, the steak frites, equally so. We will definitely return! 

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  10. Bonnie

    VIP

    Washington DC

    16 reviews

    3.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    My steak was a bit undercooked even for medium rare. Everyone, including me did enjoy the food but felt it was a bit pricey for what we paid.

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FAQs

Butcher and Barrel by True Blue offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (910) 769-7010.

Butcher and Barrel by True Blue is rated 4.7 stars by 521 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
10:00 p.m.
Booked 14 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Butcher and Barrel by True Blue

110 Greenfield St 114, Wilmington, NC 28401-6123

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    3rd Street and Front Street
  • Neighbourhood
    Wilmington
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Steak, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    Port City Trolley stop right in front of us! Trolley schedules and routes can be found at www.wavetransit.com/free-downtown-trolley-schedule/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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