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Award winning BBQ Comfort Food

Astoria’s Home of the Famous Burnt Ends

Full Bar - Dine in - Takeout - Delivery - Catering

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Where Quality Meat Meets Craft

Welcome to Butcher Bar

Real BBQ starts with real meat. That’s why we stick to old-school smoking methods and only use high-quality, pasture-raised meats — never pumped with hormones, antibiotics, or any of that junk. Just honest cuts, slow smoke, and bold flavor the way BBQ was meant to be.

If you haven’t tried us yet, what are you waiting for? Come by or order online and get a taste of some of the finest SMOKED BBQ in NYC. Bring your appetite and take home some seriously GOOD MEAT.

We serve locally sourced, 100% grass-fed and grass-fed/organic grain-finished beef, organic chicken, heritage-breed pork, and classic butcher-style cuts. Everything we offer is raised responsibly, feedlot-free, and never treated with hormones, antibiotics, or animal by-products.

Big smoke. Big flavor. No shortcuts.

Come eat some of the best smoked BBQ this side of the Mason-Dixon line.

$21.99 STEAK SPECIAL

$19.99 Pick Any Meat and Any 2 Sides COMBO

Guaranteed to change your life!

Our Menu

Come on down and try our “Infamous” Burnt Ends aka “Meat Candy!”

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Honest Meat from Responsible Farms

From Local Farms
to Your Table

At Butcher Bar, we believe you should know where your meat comes from. That’s why we work directly with small, sustainable farms that raise their animals the right way — naturally, humanely, and without shortcuts. Real farms. Real people. Real meat.

Our mission is simple: connect our customers to honest food and support the growing movement toward healthier eating and responsible farming. When you eat here, you’re not just getting great BBQ — you’re supporting farmers who care about quality, sustainability, and doing things the right way.

We proudly serve locally sourced 100% grass-fed and grass-fed/organic grain-finished beef, organic chicken, heritage-breed pork, and other traditional butcher-quality meats. Everything is feedlot-free and raised without hormones, antibiotics, or animal by-products.

Butcher Bar is more than a BBQ spot — we’re purveyors of a unique selection of artisanal meats and fine organic products built for people who care about flavor, quality, and where their food comes from.

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Full Scale Professional Catering Service

Office lunch? Boardroom meeting? Dinner with friends? Game day party? Big celebration? We’ve got you covered.

At Butcher Bar, catering isn’t an afterthought — it’s one of the things we do best. Whether you’re feeding a small office team, hosting an important corporate meeting, planning a wedding, or throwing a legendary Super Bowl party, we bring the same slow-smoked flavor and high-quality ingredients that made us one of NYC’s favorite BBQ spots.

From casual gatherings to large-scale events, our catering team works directly with you to create a menu that fits your taste, your guests, and your budget. Looking to impress friends, colleagues, or clients? We’ll help you build the perfect spread — from classic smoked brisket, ribs, and pulled pork to unique international dishes, sides, and specialty items.

Butcher Bar isn’t just the Best BBQ restaurant in NYC — we also offer a dedicated catering program featuring a 100-item multi-ethnic menu designed for all types of events. Whether you want traditional BBQ, diverse global flavors, or a fully customized menu, we make it happen.

Planning a wedding, corporate event, birthday, holiday party, or private celebration? Our team will guide you through every step — from menu planning and portions to presentation and service — ensuring your event is memorable, stress-free, and packed with incredible food.

Ask for our catering references and see why so many NYC offices, families, and event planners trust Butcher Bar to deliver bold flavor and unforgettable meals for their most important gatherings.

Trusted by Our Customers

"Absolutely amazing! From the moment we walked in, Maggie was fabulous — so welcoming, attentive, and genuinely kind. She made sure we had everything we needed and really elevated the whole experience. It’s rare to find service that good!"
Tara Mcdonnell
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"This is my favorite type of restaurant in the U.S. It reminded me of ‘Green Street Smoked Meats’ in Chicago, and I was satisfied not only with the taste but also with the price and portion size."
JinYong Yoo
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"I finally got to try Butcher Bar in Astoria, and wow—it totally lived up to the hype. The Infamous Meat Candy burnt ends were insane. Seriously, probably the best I’ve ever had. They were perfectly crispy on the outside, super tender inside, and packed with flavor. "
Valentina Guerra
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"The staff is friendly, and attentive. The menu prices, are very reasonable. It wasn't crowded, and I got my food kinda fast. The Meat Candy Burnt Ends are a popular choice for appetizer. It definitely tasted better with the sauce. I was suprised at how good the creamy Mac & Cheese were."
Priestly Canty
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"Food was so good and flavorful! Had the Monster 50/50! Fast service. Great staff. Indoor and outdoor dinning available! Very clean bathroom..Hugh plus! Even a great simple desserts menu. I'm definitely coming back. Also have a weekend brunch menu that I want to try!!"
M S C
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"This spot is one of my regulars. Had the opportunity to bring some co-workers here recently, and they LOVED it! The meats are superb. The meat candy beef burnt end sandwich is always my go to, but you really can't go wrong with whatever you get."
Emanuel Remilus
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Authentic BBQ & Southern Hospitality

#1 BBQ Restaurant in Queens, NY!

Our friendly staff and authentic atmosphere will excite your senses and deliver one of the best barbecue experiences in New York City.

Back in October 2014, we opened what we proudly call the “Smoke House.” After three years of serving our BBQ out of our original butcher shop, our loyal fans and neighborhood regulars kept telling us the same thing — you need a bigger place. We listened. So we expanded right next door and built a space dedicated to great food, great drinks, and the kind of laid-back vibe that real BBQ deserves.

The Smoke House was custom designed to bring together everything we love about barbecue culture. Inside you’ll find a full bar stocked with an impressive selection of Bourbon, Whiskey, and Moonshine, along with a rotating lineup of carefully selected craft beers that pair perfectly with slow-smoked meats.

But the space itself has a story too. The bar and all of our tables were built using reclaimed red and white cedar wood from a dismantled water tower in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, giving the room a character you simply can’t recreate with new materials. The rest of the restaurant follows a philosophy we live by: “Reclaim, Reuse, Restore.” Many of the materials used throughout the space were sourced from our friends at Build It Green, right here in Astoria, helping us create a place that reflects the community and the spirit of the neighborhood.

The result is a warm, rustic Smoke House where great food, great drinks, and great company come together. Whether you're stopping in for slow-smoked BBQ, a glass of bourbon, or a night out with friends, you’ll feel right at home the moment you walk through the door.

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