At The Butchers Block in Long Branch, NJ, culinary passion meets an inviting atmosphere, crafting a memorable dining experience. Nestled at 235 West Ave, this restaurant excels in serving expertly cooked steaks and innovative dishes that elevate classic comfort food. From the indulgent dry-aged rib eye to the unique bone marrow pizza, every plate reflects quality and creativity. Diners rave about the impeccable service and warm ambiance, making it the ideal spot for everything from family gatherings to date nights. With a menu designed for discerning palates, The Butchers Block ensures that each visit is not just a meal but a celebration of food.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Service options
Has outdoor seating
On-site services available
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Highlights
Has fireplace
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves late-night food
Serves organic dishes
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves vegetarian dishes
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Has Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Trendy
Crowd
Family friendly
LGBTQ+ friendly
Planning
Reservations required
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
High chairs available
Parking
On-site parking
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Reviews For The Butchers Block
Theresa Gonzalez
Apr 9,2025
I cannot say enough about how wonderful this place is from the service, to the atmosphere, most of all the food!!!!The brussels sprouts ,the Caesar salad, the oysters, and of course the dry aged rib eye ..... There is not a bad thing on the menu! Highly recommend there's a reason it's hard to get a reservation!Update: second visit there and I believe the food got even better if that was possible! Service was remarkable from picking out the type of wine to complement our menu choices and to making suggestions for the appetizer and side dishes. This isn’t just a restaurant. It’s a true experience for a person that really loves food !!!
Steven Reinke
Mar 26,2025
One of my new favorite restaurants in New Jersey. The bone marrow pizza and the wagyu skirt steak are excellent.Came here with a 5 month old baby and the way they accommodated us was fantastic. They made us feel super welcomed which is very rare when you take a baby to a nicer restaurant. All the wait stuff is super friendly and cool and gives good recommendations on the food. The food is not cheep but the quality you’re receiving for the is right on point, with a fun menu and great cocktails. Highly recommend to anyone for a date night or family meal.
Jonathan Isaacs
Mar 12,2025
My wife and I had dinner here for Valentines Day, and we enjoyed our time. The drinks had well-balanced flavors and they didn't skimp out on the amount of alcohol or glass size. We opted to try the Australian Wagyu steak for two and shared that with a wonderful array of sides. The service was pretty smooth and efficient despite how busy the restaurant was. We will definitely be coming back with friends to enjoy another phenomenal dinner.
John Sandstedt
Feb 27,2025
Great food, drinks and great atmosphere, and very accommodating. Everything we ordered came out perfectly cooked and flavorful. The staff was very attentive.The food is family style and the portions are big enough to feed 3 to 4 people per order. The price is fair for the quality and quantity of the food. Two highlights from our lunch was the Brussel sprouts and the Spinalis, but everything else we had was also very good.The decor is charming, and reminds me of an old vineyard, exposed brick, vines and archways with chandeliers with thought down to every painstaking detail making the whole restaurant inviting and adding to the family style atmosphere.The restaurant was also pet friendly and had a wheelchair lift with staff who were happy to operate it. Which sadly isn't always a given at restaurants especially higher end ones.We will definitely be coming back next time we are in NJ!
Ryan K
Feb 24,2025
Ok, so im not one to leave reviews. I just wanna say, this place knocked our socks off! I ve eaten all over the world n even Paris wasnt as GOOD as Butchers Block! Its NOT cheap, but worth every penny. The staff was incredibly polite, helpful, and friendly. The food was phenomenal! Ambiance(sp) was great, drinks(martinis) incredible...this was our YOLO date night. Thank you Sophia and Dominic. I hope people can look past the prices and give this place a chance. Will not disappoint!-Ryan K-
Jennifer Eyster
Feb 19,2025
More than half our party got sick prior to our booked reservations, the beautiful hostess was so kind and made arrangements for a smaller table for us. The staff is always a fun group and the ambiance is incredible. The steaks are amazing but so are the Italian pasta dishes that are offered! Highly recommend.
Ron Don
Feb 7,2025
Had a nice dinner here with friends right before Christmas. We started off with a couple cocktails, and had a couple steaks for dinner. The steaks were cooked perfect and the sides we surprisingly tasty. (Brussel sprouts with captin chrunch , whipped mash potatoes and some type of sausage dish). This place is definitely worth a shot. Also bring your wallet lol
Edward Brady
Jan 14,2025
This restaurant is worth every bit of the hype. We had an amazing experience. First of all, we popped in around 7pm expecting to not get seats. It was crowded. We were able to get two seats at the bar as requested. Front of house professional and polite. We didn't encounter any pretension or attitude from any staff at all the whole time we were dining. We had the porterhouse for two. It was the best steak I've ever had. Will definitely return. The Block is Aces.
Reviews For The Butchers Block