Butcher Boys Florida Road

Butcher Boys Florida Road

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Butcher Boys Florida Road
Review
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About
On the 1st November 1999, two well-aged, obviously grain fed ‘boys’ – Alan Lazarus and Derryck Myers – opened the doors and their hearts at Durban’s first Butcher Boys restaurant in Florida Road. For 20 years they’ve offered a comfortable dining experience while continuously striving to ensure that their patrons are presented with Great Steaks and Great Service. With a restaurant now in Umhlanga too, they’re still serving only the best South African beef sourced from local farmers, with cuts that are either wet or dry-aged and grilled to perfection with their famous basting sauce. Paired with a carefully curated selection of local South African wines, as well as an array of vintages, which are kept in refrigerated wine cellars at an optimum temperature between 16˚C and 17˚C, satisfaction and variety are to be expected from an adventurous menu. Let us whet your appetite… let the feast begin!
Features
CUISINES
Steakhouse, Seafood, Grill
Meal types
Lunch, Dinner, Drinks
Special Diets
Gluten free options
FEATURES
Accepts Credit Cards
American Express
Free off-street parking
Free Wifi
Full Bar
Highchairs Available
Mastercard
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Seating
Serves Alcohol
Street Parking
Table Service
Takeout
Television
Visa
Wheelchair Accessible
Location
Free off-street parking, Street Parking
Can a gluten free person get a good meal at this restaurant?
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• Opens at 11:00 AM
Sunday
11:00 - 21:00
Monday
11:00 - 21:00
Tuesday
11:00 - 22:00
Wednesday
11:00 - 22:00
Thursday
11:00 - 22:00
Friday
11:00 - 22:00
Saturday
11:00 - 22:00
4.5
4.5 of 5 bubbles1,062 reviews
Excellent
636
Very good
326
Average
68
Poor
17
Terrible
15

LindaPZA
18 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2024 friends
As meat lovers from the Cape, this was our first visit to The Butcher Boys and they lived up to our high expectations! Classic steakhouse setting and vibe, located right on the Umhlanga Rocks restaurant "strip", with top notch service (thank you Tom!) and amazing variety on the menu. Our steaks were smashing!
Written 11 June 2024
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sally wall
Perth2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2022 family
This restaurant has the best food and the steaks are the best. Cooked to perfection and even the salad was the best I have had in a while as the tomatoes were large and red and tasty unlike the ones we have in Australia. It was a bit more expensive than usual but was fine for a one off. Only critism is that we asked for a house red cab sav and the waiter said why not try the merlot house red which turned out to be a lot more expensive but it was good though we will watch this in future lol
Written 3 September 2022
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Kaycee
Hvar Island2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2021 none
I have been visiting this restaurant (Umhlanga and Florida Road) for many years and cannot fault any aspect of any of my visits. From the welcome at the venue, to the service, to the quality of the food, I have never found a single fault. Staff are all extremely knowledgeable about their menu and wine list and nothing is too much effort for them. It is one of those restaurants you can always feel confident in recommending to others and them becoming just as much of a fan of the place as I am.
Written 4 October 2021
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WayneCB
Hertfordshire90 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2022 family
Old and jaded ….. this once top restaurant has gone to the dogs. The steaks are dry, no matter about being aged. Chicken Schnitzel tasted as though it had been fried in fish oil and the accompanying salad was limp and wilted. No milkshakes for the kids. To be avoided!
Written 1 October 2022
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Derryck Myers
Hi waynec. First of all our apologies for your bad experience at Butcher Boys Florida Rd. As you will see from our previous reviews this is not our norm. Please can you e mail your contact details to durban@butcherboysgrill.co.za so we address your experience with you personally. Many Thanks Brad
Written 7 October 2022
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Duane D. Booysen
South Africa382 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2021 couples
Based kn the history and reviews, this placed met the expectations of how it is described and what it promises to deliver. Everything was quite easy from making a booking, travel, and the service. I like the flexibility of the menu as it provides additional options compared to the prime cut meats, yet the steaks are the showstoppers. Good quality food and good service - i’ll definitely go again.
Written 26 November 2021
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Iolanda Guerra e Andrade
Lisbon3729 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020 none
Despite the fact that the restaurant was full and we were a group of 6 it took too long between ordering the food and actually getting it, to the point of two of us insisting to go back to the hotel. The rump steak was just perfect and so was the dessert (malva pudding and crème brûlée). Had it not been for the long wait and I might have considered it one of the best eating experiences.
Written 21 May 2020
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436cheryli
Hi Iolanda Guerra e Andrade - we note your review is dated 21 May. Please can you confirm when you visited us as we have been in lock down since March and our stores only reopened in the last week. We do apologise for the wait and are delighted you enjoyed your meals xx
Written 24 August 2020
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grimj03
347 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2020 none
It was good to see social distancing well adhered to and everything was sanatised and clean. The lamb ribs were a little too fatty for my taste, next time I will stick with beef or pork but the basting was superb. One of the best I have had. The creme brûlée was of international class and the don pedro had a good shot of whiskey. Looking forward to my next visit already.
Written 19 December 2020
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ButcherBoys Grill
Thank you for the positive feedback @grimj03 - We are sorry to hear your lamb ribs were not as you would have liked but pleased to hear everything else ticked the box for you. We can't wait for you to visit us again.
Written 20 December 2020
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Deena Pada
23 contributions
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020 couples
We were blessed with our food today. Lee, our waiter, was most solicitous and Bradley, the manager, ensured that everything was first class. My friend was delighted with her salad starter and her rump steak. She let me taste a little. It was delicious. 😊 My fish and chips was the best ever. It literally melted in my mouth! My pork starter had set the pace. Wow! It was gorgeous. 😊 The seating is very comfortable, the ambience is quiet and peaceful and the ribshack wine added a great signature to our meal. Thank you very much, Lee and Bradley and the superb chefs. This was our first visit. It's clear that the personnel of this restaurant try a lot harder and take a great pleasure in the work that they do. Parking was not a challenge and the gracious hospitality added a marvellous ambience to our afternoon. It had been my friend's birthday a few days ago and she was very happy with everything. We'd be silly not to come again. Thank you very much. 😊 And a happy Valentine's day to you all. ❤
Written 14 February 2020
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436cheryli
Hey Deena - it sounds like you really enjoyed your evening with us - initially we were confused as you only rated us 2 out of 5 stars but your feedback is what counts - so thanks for the glowing report back!
Written 17 February 2020
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Michel_Korterik
8 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2019 none
On invitation of Steve a member of the KZN Rugby old boys we went to this restaurant. The barman was friendly and took his time answering questions on which local beer to choose. The waitress where polite, quick and charming. The choices of meat and their quality are something else! They serve some good wines. I definitely will be back next time I'm in Durban. Michel
Written 9 January 2020
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Cheryl I
Thank you @Michel_Korterik for the positive feedback. Look forward to seeing you back again soon.
Written 9 January 2020
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Ziggidurbs
Durban32 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2020 couples
Consistently Deliciously superb. 21 years' experience in the business shows when you are as good at something as Lazzie. Best steaks, done to perfection, delicious chips and mouthwateringly good Madagascan green pepper corn sauce is what I had last time but I think everything is good 👍
Written 6 December 2020
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ButcherBoys Grill
Thank you for your positive review @ziggidurbs - we look forward to serving you again soon.
Written 14 December 2020
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Alex Mahoon
7 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2020 couples
Hands down the best meat joint in Durban * Atmosphere= 4/5 (Place is lovely man, just almost always full :(. ) *Customer Service = 5/5 *Food = 5/5 (best steak house period.) *Price = 3/5 (bit pricey but good value for money, definitely worth every cent) Highly recommend this place... Will definitely go back when we are in the area.
Written 18 December 2020
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ButcherBoys Grill
Thank you for your positive review @Alex Mahoon - we look forward to serving you again soon.
Written 20 December 2020
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Ingrid B
South Africa31 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2020 none
We has a simple 300g rump with baked potato/chips, and a Roquefort sauce to share. Staff are will trained and very courteous. It was interesting to note staff polishing glasses and cutlery in the time honoured way.
Written 8 March 2020
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436cheryli
Thank you @IngridB for the positive feedback. We are delighted to confirm we are now open again and hope to see you back again soon.
Written 24 August 2020
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Mario Shonga
2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020 couples
My wife and I were in the vacinity of Florida road and were spoilt for choice. We decided to to try it out. We were pleasantly surprised the rump and rib eye cuts were cooked to perfection, sauces brilliant gosh we absolutely loved every bite. Thank you so much for the great meal. Service was top notch to boot
Written 26 January 2020
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436cheryli
Thank you Mario Shonga for the positive feedback - delighted you and your wife enjoyed your meals with us!
Written 7 February 2020
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PaulFromTheLane
Bromley69 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020 couples
Came here with high expectations and were not disappointed. Service was excellent but, oh my, the food. Wow. My rib of beef was one of the best ever. My wife’s oxtail potjie (stew) also excellent. The roasted bone marrow was a first and a great touch. Great wine choices too.
Written 15 January 2020
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Cheryl I
Thank you @PaulFromTheLane for the awesome feedback - hope to see you back again soon!
Written 21 January 2020
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tingasiki
Windhoek171 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020 none
We had dinner just once at Butcher Boys during our short stay in Durban. Excellent and extensive menu and lovely atmophere with great service. My steak was a bit tough though, but then I live in Namibia so I am spoilt... Would happily eat there again but perhaps try the seafood instead.
Written 9 March 2020
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436cheryli
Thank you for the feedback @tingasiki - hopefully when our borders open again and you can visit South Africa - we will see you back at Butcher Boys.
Written 24 August 2020
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