The Butcher's Block is an exceptional restaurant. We requested to be seated in the main dining room, and although we had to wait an extra 45 minutes, they accommodated all our requests. Our waiter was very knowledgeable about the menu and recommended the Kansas City Wagyu for two, which was one of the best steaks I've ever had and one of the best steaks they sell. We also started with the steak tartare and Caesar salad, both of which were excellent. Every aspect of this meal was incredible, and I cannot recommend this place enough. The restaurant has a dim, intimate atmosphere, perfect for a Saturday night out. There's also a bar where you can enjoy drinks before being seated.

Absolute great service, from the appetizers to the dessert. Throughout the meal, we ended up either taking a break to step outside or go to the bathroom and the waiters wait and time the food so that when we were ready, the next meal was presented. Great staff, great food, and great service.

I'd give it 11 stars out of 5 if I could! Every single detail is well thought out in this place ... from the music to the reception style entrance and nooks and cranny's in between. We got the bone marrow pizza which seemed to be pizza napoleontana style and it was incredible. One of the specials was Girella pasta with a lobster sauce and that was just as good or even better. Amazing service as well. Can't wait to come back!

Food: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Service: 5 Always an amazing dining experience. Never disappoints. Try the Bolo

First time last weekend we have a great meal. The environment was excellent , staff had great knowledge. We were brought to our table right away. Drinks - 10/10 ( Buffalo Trace) Steaks - 10/10 Service - 10/10 loved the butcher shop explanation before sitting Dessert - 10/10 - Cookie Skillet was amazing. We even ordered dessert , and due to a kitchen back up they provided us with an extra piece of cake. It wasn't necessary shit happens we understand, and we were enjoying a nice dinner & nice night out. Very accommodating for that gesture but it wasn't needed. I can't wait to go back. For the people with bad reviews seriously have a drink, and relax.

Best steaks in Monmouth County! I've been going since they opened with a couple tables and it's been great to see the continued success and development of the restaurant. A lot of original crew still together, and their pride shows through in an amazing experience. The food has consistently been excellent, and the ambience is energetic. Can get a little bit loud in the evenings and not the best to necessarily the best place to take the kids, but I'm great night out with friends. The wagu Spinalis steak is the best I have ever had, and definitely try the brussels sprouts as well!

The steaks are amazing , great atmosphere and awesome service. Possibly the best bacon ever.

There are just so many good things to say, I don't know where to start! Butcher's Block was such an experience, unlike any other. To start, my party and I were brought into a room where we were thoroughly told about every one of their meat cuts. We spent about 5-10 minutes and though it might sound funny, being told about different cuts of meat for 10 minutes, I found it very helpful and it allowed me to pick the steak I wanted much quicker! To start, we chose to try the ricotta and steak tartare. The ricotta was creamy and full of flavor; however I'm not a HUGE ricotta fan so I focused more on the steak tartare; which did not disappoint :) For our main course we had a porterhouse steak cooked medium rare with a side of mac & cheese. The steak was definitely one of the best, maybe top 3 steaks, I've tried thus far. It was cooked so well and just as we ordered. The Mac & cheese was a great touch as we wanted a different flavor in our palette. And of course, to satisfy our sweet tooth, we just had to order dessert. Even tho we were STUFFED we just had to try their dessert as they had a good set of options. I loved the environment of the restaurant as it was just loud enough where we could hear each other but not our neighboring tables. Our waiter was so helpful when choosing our steaks and sharing his personal favorites when it came to appetizers. I will definitely be returning in the near future!

4.5 stars for a steak house that checks all the boxes for a great experience. *We had the spicy bolognese pasta, charbroiled oysters, Caesar salad, broiled brussel sprouts, and the salmon crudo for our sides. -- All our side dishes shone except for the salmon crudo. The Caesar salad has enough twang and bite, the Brussels spouts was perfectly charred and mixed in with a sweet and sour sauce topped with Capn Crunch cereal (believe me, for some reason it works). Our oysters were topped with butter and Parmesan, and the flavors were all there- would've loved to see more for the price and size of the oysters ($28 for 6) . The salmon crudo was lacking in flavor and was resting on a bed of thick cream sauce instead of a tart base. * For our steaks, we had the 45 day aged rib eye, and the Spinalis. -- our steaks were perfectly cooked to a medium rare, and the aged rib eye was cut and broiled well. For the price though I thought it could've had more oomph and seasoned like the likes of Peter Luger and the other solid steak establishments. The sizing was not as big as the price would demand, but overall it was a good steak. The Spinalis was expectedly tender. We had to ask for a side of salt for our steaks. * For drinks, we had the IPA, and 2 cocktails: one with spicy pear and one with yuzu. They are both regulars on their drinks menu, and they were both GREAT. * For dessert, we had the S'mores with Dulce de leche ice cream topped with a thick chocolate shell - superb! Ambience is cozy, romantic and upbeat depending on where you sit. They have the brick and chandelier thing going on which I love. They keep the lighting low and warm. Yet it doesn't effuse a study vibe, still casual and fun. valet parking for dinner and park your own for lunch. Reservations highly recommended.