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Dellapietras
Master Critic Review
Dellapietras
8.0
Dellapietras is a Brooklyn Heights butcher specializing in dry-aged USDA Prime and Choice steaks, with a small prepared-foods counter and sandwiches. For home cooks, it functions as the neighborhood's steakhouse pantry, supplying cuts and aging levels you usually only see in high-end restaurants.
Must-Try Dishes:
Porterhouse steak (USDA Prime, dry-aged), Bone-in ribeye (dry-aged), Italian steak sandwich
Scores:
Value: 7.5
Service: 8
Consistency: 8.4
Food Quality: 9
Atmosphere: 6.2
Cultural Relevance: 7
What makes it special: Dry-aged butcher where restaurant-quality steaks and sandwiches come from the same counter.
Who should go: Home cooks and steak obsessives seeking serious dry-aged cuts.
When to visit: Daytime hours before dinner rush for best selection.
What to order: Dry-aged porterhouse, bone-in ribeye, Italian steak sandwich.
Insider tip: Ask staff to recommend aging level and cut for your cooking method.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking along Montague and neighboring blocks is usually available during daytime hours, though metered; evenings can be tighter due to local restaurant traffic.
Dress code: Casual—the focus is on purchasing steaks and prepared items rather than dining in, so everyday wear is perfectly appropriate.
Noise level: Low—it's a small butcher shop environment where conversations are easy and brief.
Weekend wait: No traditional dinner rush; expect short lines during peak shopping windows (late morning to mid-afternoon).
Weekday lunch: Minimal wait; quick service for sandwiches and prepared foods.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Limited—some sides, salads, and prepared grocery items, but the focus is strictly meats.
Vegan options: Very limited—occasional produce or pantry items may qualify, but offerings are not designed for vegan buyers.
Gluten-free options: Good selection of naturally gluten-free cuts; sandwiches and breaded items are not GF-specific, but staff can advise on safe choices.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Not ideal for a traditional date since it's primarily a butcher shop; however, it’s great if the date involves cooking at home and you want high-quality steaks to prepare together.
Can I get a table without a reservation? There is no dining room; this is a retail butcher counter with grab-and-go sandwiches and prepared foods.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes in a quick-stop capacity—families pop in for prepared foods—but there is no seating or kid-specific amenities.
Best For
Better for: Sourcing high-quality dry-aged steaks and butcher expertise at prices below full-service steakhouses, plus quick sandwiches for locals on the go.
Skip if: You’re looking for a sit-down steakhouse experience, cocktails, or a celebratory meal—choose a full-service restaurant instead.