The Herbivorous Butcher

Been following this place on social media for years, but never got a chance to try out their products. Walked in the shop today and was amazed by how beautiful and authentic this place looks, really great job to the owners and team. Ordered two hot sandwiches, both were outstanding. The prices are pleasantly moderate and the servings are large. Five stars all the way, keep it up!

I had been dying to experience a vegan butcher shop and during my recent trip to Minneapolis, finally had my chance... and all I can say is, MORE!! We order some food to eat on site, it's not a restaurant, though there is some seating, which is awkward but the food more than made up for it. I ordered an Italian Cold Cut Sandwich, which I ate later (amazing), but on site my mom had the Hot Bacon Brat (hot means warn not spicy) with cheese (tried a bite and we both loved it), while I had the special, a Ranchy Bacon Mac Hot Panini (holy... ok I won't swear but you get the idea). I bought the Meat-Free snapback hat, a Nope T-shirt, The Herbivorous Butcher Cookbook and a selection of meats and cheeses to try at home, which included; Bacon Brats, Ribeye Steaks, Korean BBQ Ribs, Chicken, Maple Glazed Bacon, Garlic Pepper Havarti Cheese, Dill Havarti Cheese... absolute heaven!! The offerings are very well thought out and I can't wait to try the cook book recipes too.

I've been wanting to come here for years and finally I'm visiting and got my chance to check it out. Was not disappointed. I spent way too much money but I wasn't coming back through so damn near bought one of everything. I got the Hawaiian Pulled Pork Panini. Yummy. The Italian Cold Cut. Delicious. Then I bought Korean Jerky, Korean BBQ ribs, Maple Bacon, Maple Sage Breakfast Sausage, Fried Chicken Bites, and Brie cheese to try later. So far not disappointed with the jerky or the ribs. The textures and flavors are spot on. Very happy. They do ship but it's just easier to get it here.

This is a takeout only establishment. It has curbside appeal and the inside is decorated to perfection. Most sandwich selections are already prepared and sitting in the refrigerator ready to go. There are no substitutions. Also, no gluten-free options. If you order the hot option it takes 10-15 minutes. I ordered the turkey dill havarti sandwich and found it very filling but not very satisfying or enjoyable. The description made it sound mouth-watering but it was a very basic sandwich. It reminded me of a school lunch. Honestly, I could have gone to Subway and ordered the veggie delite without cheese and I would have been satisfied and it would have cost 30% less. In addition, I was really hoping to like Herbivorous Butcher meats more than I like tofurky, sadly I don't.

I've eaten here a few times when traveling for work. I've had their turkey sub as well as the Italian. Both were good but a little on the dry side. I wish they put more mayo on their sandwiches. I've also bought their jerky. It's tasty buy a little pricy. Overall, I'd recommend and I'd return.