Ресторан · Philadelphia · ⭐ 9.3/10 · 2419 reviews · $$$$ · updated: 2026-06-30 20:15:51
Address: 1500 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19102, United States
Butcher and Singer: Stephen Starr’s Old-Hollywood Steakhouse
Named for the stock brokerage that once occupied its landmark home, Butcher and Singer trades in a different currency now: dry-aged beef, tableside theater and the plush romance of a 1940s Hollywood supper club. Of all Stephen Starr’s Philadelphia rooms, this is the one built most unapologetically for occasions.
The Story
The early-1900s building near Rittenhouse began as a national bank before becoming the Butcher and Singer brokerage house. In the 1990s the space gained fame as the seafood palace Striped Bass, which Starr later ran; in 2008 he transformed it into this steakhouse homage to the golden age. The bones remained grand — a twenty-eight-foot ceiling, parquet floors — and the crystal chandeliers came from Miami’s storied Fontainebleau hotel.
What to Order
The menu is a steak-and-chops classic played straight: dry-aged cuts with proper crust, traditional sides and seafood that honors the room’s Striped Bass past. Service keeps the old rituals alive, and dessert is the famous one — baked Alaska, flamed at the table, as retro and delightful as the decor. The bar’s classic cocktails, led by a serious martini, complete the period picture.
The Space
Deep leather banquettes, potted palms, dark wood and deliberately dim, dramatic lighting beneath that soaring ceiling. It is one of Philadelphia’s most transporting dining rooms — less a restaurant with a theme than a fully realized world.
Who It’s For
Couples celebrating something, families marking milestones, out-of-town guests who deserve a show and steak devotees with a weakness for glamour.
Good to Know
Do I need a reservation? Strongly recommended, particularly for weekend evenings.
What are the signatures? Dry-aged steaks and the tableside baked Alaska.
Is it appropriate for business dinners? Excellent — quiet corners, formal service and a wine list to match.
How should I dress? Smartly — no strict code, but the room flatters those who dress for it.
Is there seafood beyond steak? Yes — the kitchen’s seafood tradition runs deep, a legacy of the space’s history.
Opening hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 17:00–22:00 |
| Tuesday | 17:00–22:00 |
| Wednesday | 17:00–22:00 |
| Thursday | 17:00–22:00 |
| Friday | 17:00–23:00 |
| Saturday | 17:00–23:00 |
| Sunday | 17:00–22:00 |
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Loved everything about this restaurant, even the valet parking right out front, because last night it was very cold outside. My husband enjoyed his first taste of escargot. The wine recommendation from Ashley, our server…
Reviews last updated: 2026-06-30 20:15:51
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I've been to steakhouses all over the country, and none impress with luxury and elegance like B&S. The dim lighting, jazz music and incredibly high ceiling create a 1920s atmosphere. The crab cake was practically all lum…
My boyfriend and I chose this restaurant to celebrate our anniversary, and it exceeded all our expectations. From the moment we arrived, we were impressed by the beautiful atmosphere and cosy vibe. The service was wonder…
Philadelphia honestly doesn't get enough credit for how incredible its dining scene is, and Butcher & Singer completely proved that to me. From the moment we walked in, the whole experience felt special: a classic atmosp…
My experience at Butcher and Singer exceeded all expectations! The restaurant was wonderful, and the service couldn't have been better. The beef tartare was refreshing, and the recommended stuffed potato pancakes were pe…
Food: Tasty. We ordered a few steak options, seafood and appetisers with big shareable sides. The food took a while to make, but was hot and well seasoned. The biscuit was exceptional, flaky, buttery, perfect. I ordered…