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Butcher and the Bear
Master Critic Review
Butcher and the Bear
8.0
Opened in early 2024 by Sapori Trattoria owner Kosti Demos with chef-partner Saul Ramos, Butcher and the Bear is a speakeasy-style Lincoln Park steakhouse built around Second City Prime’s high-end beef. Diners come for wagyu tasting boards, classic bone-in cuts, and a moody, Prohibition-era room that feels deliberately more neighborhood than downtown power scene.
Must-Try Dishes:
Wagyu Steak Tasting Board, 20oz Bone-In Ribeye, Wagyu Beef Cheek Cavatelli
Scores:
Value: 6.8
Service: 7.8
Consistency: 7.9
Food Quality: 8.2
Atmosphere: 9.1
Cultural Relevance: 8.3
What makes it special: A speakeasy-style Lincoln Park steakhouse focused on wagyu tastings and premium Second City Prime cuts.
Who should go: Steak-focused diners seeking moody, upscale Lincoln Park nights.
When to visit: Prime evening seatings Thursday–Saturday for full energy.
What to order: Wagyu tasting board, 20oz bone-in ribeye, wagyu beef cheek cavatelli.
Insider tip: Book bar seats for faster reservations and easier access to the cocktail list.