Metzger Bar and Butchery

Name: Metzger Bar and Butchery
Address: 801 N. 23rd St., Richmond, VA, United States, 23223
Telephone: (804) 325-3147
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.6

4.6 (1125)

$31 to $50

Contemporary German

801 N. 23rd St., Richmond, VA 23223

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2 people

Jun 6, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 5 times today

About this restaurant

Great for creative cocktails
Neighborhood gem
Charming

Nestled in historic Union Hill, we specialize in contemporary German and European food from award winning chef Brittanny Anderson. Expect to see inspirations from classic German, French, Italian, Austrian & European cuisine, using local products. We specialize in German and Austrian wine from small producers, organic, and natural wines. Our cocktails are unique and approachable, featuring house made ingredients. We have a large German beer selection mixed with some local drafts. Our atmosphere is cozy and relaxed, great for special occasions or weekday date nights. We offer a private dining room and full restaurant buyouts. Come see us for dinner Tue-Sat, and Sunday brunch, and for happy hour at the bar Tue-Fri 5pm-9pm.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary German, Modern European, German
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(804) 325-3147
Website
http://www.metzgerbarandbutchery.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Brittanny Anderson
Private party facilities
Metzger will work with you to provide a highly customized, seasonal, and delicious menu for your event, creating an experience that will highlight the beauty of the season and the importance of your special occasion.

Location
801 N. 23rd St., Richmond, VA 23223
Neighborhood
Richmond
Cross street
Cedar St.
Parking details
Plenty of on-street parking, small parking lot behind building.
Public transit
GRTC Bus 44 toward Fairmount, 23rd & M stop, walk one block north to 23rd & Cedar
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Popular dishes

Bread and Butter$10.00
Cottage Cheese Rolls, Cultured Butter, Olive Oil, Radish
Roasted Beet Salad$16.00
Goat Bleu Cheese Dressing, Watercress, Chicories, Toasted Hazelnuts, Radish Apples
Smoked Bonfire Oysters$19.00
Escabeche, Pickles, Aioli, House BBQ Crackers
*Lamb Mette$18.00
Sourdough, Smoked Mushroom Butter, Cobia Bottarga, Egg Yolk
Gravlax Bialy$17.00
Cured Arctic Char, Dill Labneh Spread, Capers, Everything, Crispy Shallots
Vesperbrett$22.00
Daily Selection of Meat and Cheese, House Pickles & Preserves, Bread and Crackers
Charred Cabbage$18.00
Miso Bagna Cauda, Cured Egg, Gremolata, Calabrian Chili

Large

Curry Kasespaetzle$28.00
Snow Peas, Raclette, Onion Chutney, Preserved Lemon, Bread Crumbs
Pork Schnitzel$30.00
Sauce Gribiche, Red Cabbage, Capers, Ocean Trout Roe
Pan Roasted Steelhead Trout$33.00
Carrot Puree, Green Garlic & Herb Farro, Sweet Pea and Pistachio Aillade
Hanger Steak, Chargrilled$42.00
Braised Rutabaga, Trumpet and Oyster Mushrooms, Jaegersosse

What 1,125 people are saying

Metzger Bar and Butchery reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Richmond
Innovative
Richmond
Neighborhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Metzger Bar and Butchery offers a vibrant dining experience with "outstanding food" and "friendly service." Known for its "magical" schnitzel and "creative cocktails," the menu changes frequently, ensuring "something exciting and new." While service is generally praised, some diners noted inconsistencies. Overall, it's a "gem in Richmond."

1,125 Reviews

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Benjamin
Virginia1 review
1.0
Dined on May 28, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Although I had been to Metzgers before and had an excellent dinner with very good service, this was a complete departure from that previous experience. We arrived at our reservation time of 7:15 pm, but did not depart until 10:00 pm - not because we lingered over our meal and conversation, but because the service and delivery of food was so poorly executed. I had ordered a drink, which took almost 25 mins. to appear and only because I had to ask the waitress several times - then the bourbon I selected was not in stock. We had ordered two appetizers, one arrived after a lengthy delay, but we never received the second order, with no notice or explanation. My entree finally arrived, again after an absurdly long delay, but my two guests did not get theirs until 15-20 mins. later. We received an interim, gratis order of spaetzle, midway into the meal to salve our concern about the lack of food arriving - this was near ice cold. The desserts we ordered took a considerable amount time to arrive, as well, and the one offering was supposed to be warm, and it was cold. Our waitress was really poor - it was if she was intentionally avoiding us. Frankly, I would not recommend Metzgers as a suggested dining place, unless the aforementioned issues are ameliorated.
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Daniil VIP
Virginia10 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Can't recommend this place enough. We go monthly. The food is outstanding. The service is always friendly and personal. The menu changes constantly so there's always something exciting and new to try. If you haven't tried the schnitzel yet, you're missing out on life!
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Justin
Virginia2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely wonderful meal! The staff was fantastic, the food was delicious, and there's a wonderful vibe inside! We will be back again! Top 5 restaurant in Richmond
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Robert
Virginia4 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, great service, chill atmosphere Have been here a couple of times….always delivers
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Brian
Virginia9 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
schnitzel amazing, smoked oysters were remarkable as well truly a gem in Richmond
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Glenn
Virginia5 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
I’ve been wanting to try Metzger for the last 2 years. It was amazing. Everyone in our party of 4 was very pleased with apps, entres, drinks, and especially desert. We definitely plan on coming back.
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Amy
Virginia12 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 9, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The cocktails were amazing but they always are. The food was very good. The smoked oysters were not what we expected but make a great starter. Flavorful but not too heavy. The pork schnitzel was nicely done — not too heavy and the toppings were perfect. The steelhead trout was cooked perfectly. The only thing was pacing between courses. It is a wait. We didn’t mind but I think it affected turning tables. We got the check just as we were finishing dessert. Not what you want. I bring it up only because we eat quick. We don’t linger so when we go past that 90 minute mark, isn’t on us. That said the drinks and meal were pretty great so the check thing wasn’t that big of a deal.
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sam VIP
Virginia18 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 2, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
I'm not sure what happened. We've been to Metzger several times and the service has always been excellent but last night it was anything but. Ordered our meal and 3 minutes after the apps arrived, our mains arrived - brief apology for the "kitchen running fast tonight". After that, it took our waitress over 30 mins to stop by to check on us. She dropped off dessert menus and then never came back. 30 mins later we had to ask the bartender for our check. And the restaurant was only 1/3 full. 2.5 hours for one course meal. Just an odd night - maybe they were trying to close early or train newbies? Food was good tho I would not order the cabbage again - just too bitter on bitter for us. 😢
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Lauren
Washington, D.C. Area7 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
One of the best brunches in Richmond. We had the pork schnitzel which is seriously magical. It is light and crispy, not greasy and not heavy. My grandmother was German so I’ve had a lot of schnitzel and nothing quite like this. The gravy was also incredible providing the right level of richness. Our group had the brunch special, a strawberry salad which was seriously tasty and refreshing, and then the crepe to finish. Cocktails were very good, including the mimosa which is normally too much OJ. This was the right amount. The coffee cocktail was impressive (and could sneak up on you!). Service was great. Bar was a bit slower than usual but miles ahead by comparison when you factor in that it was Easter. We were not rushed out even though we ended close to closing time (didn’t realize until later when we looked at the hours!). Candidly most places aren’t that understanding. Can’t wait to come back. Already planning a return trip.
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Amber
Philadelphia County8 reviews
3.0
Dined on April 18, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Good food - loved the bread and butter and schnitzel, but the service ruined it.
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Metzger Bar and Butchery is rated 4.6 stars by 1125 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 6, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 5 times today

801 N. 23rd St., Richmond, VA 23223

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Cedar St.
Neighborhood
Richmond
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary German, Modern European, German
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Plenty of on-street parking, small parking lot behind building.
Public transit
GRTC Bus 44 toward Fairmount, 23rd & M stop, walk one block north to 23rd & Cedar
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Brittanny Anderson
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Website
http://www.metzgerbarandbutchery.com/
Phone number
(804) 325-3147
Private party facilities
Metzger will work with you to provide a highly customized, seasonal, and delicious menu for your event, creating an experience that will highlight the beauty of the season and the importance of your special occasion.

Metzger Bar and Butchery

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Popular dishes

Pork Schnitzel

Chicken Schnitzel and Gravy

Schnitzel Sandwich

Menu

Small

Bread and Butter$10.00

Roasted Beet Salad$16.00

Smoked Bonfire Oysters$19.00

*Lamb Mette$18.00

Gravlax Bialy$17.00

Vesperbrett$22.00

Charred Cabbage$18.00

Large

Curry Kasespaetzle$28.00

Pork Schnitzel$30.00

Pan Roasted Steelhead Trout$33.00

Hanger Steak, Chargrilled$42.00

What 1,125 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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