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The Butcher’s Cellar – Waco, Texas

Located in Woodway, just northwest of downtown Waco, The Butcher’s Cellar delivers an elevated steakhouse experience that blends Central Texas roots with cosmopolitan polish. Opened in May 2024 at 13701 Woodway Drive Bldg 5, this 6,800-square-foot restaurant is led by chefs Alejandro Najar and Alyssa Osinga—both alumni of Hell’s Kitchen Season 21—and owners Matt and Tiffany Fatheree. Together they’ve created a destination where fine dining meets local flair.

Steakhouse Details

The Butcher’s Cellar is known for its sleek wood-and-stone interior, dramatic lighting, visible wine cellar, and a private dining suite that’s perfect for special occasions. The menu showcases locally sourced beef and creative small plates such as the 1,000-Layer Potato with trout roe and crème fraîche, shrimp toast, and a Calabrian chili Caesar salad. Signature entrées include hand-cut filets, bone-in ribeyes, and impressive 28- to 36-ounce tomahawks, with select Wagyu steaks sourced from Iron Table Wagyu in Gatesville, Texas.

Beyond the Steaks

The raw bar and seafood program are just as refined—oysters with tangerine mignonette, citrus crudos, butter-poached lobster, and salmon with trout-roe beurre blanc appear regularly. The bar program complements it all with a curated list of wines and handcrafted cocktails like the “Purple Reign” and “Summer Fling.” The atmosphere balances upscale sophistication with Central Texas charm, making it ideal for both date nights and corporate dinners.

Visit The Butcher’s Cellar

Dress is smart-casual, and reservations are encouraged, especially for weekends or private dining. Reviewers praise the attentive service, locally inspired menu, and refined ambiance—solidifying The Butcher’s Cellar as a cornerstone of Waco’s emerging fine-dining scene. Whether you’re craving perfectly aged beef or a culinary adventure, this restaurant stands among the best steakhouses in Waco.