Louise Earl Butcher

What a fabulous selection of meats and incredible staff that are so customer focused!

Great great butcher shop as a well as a litany of other great things (awesome wine selection). Massive amounts of over the counter meat and easily somewhere to go every day. Staff are kind and knowledgeable, bacon is the best Ive had. Best shop in town, go nowhere else.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Louise Earl Butcher — An Absolutely Perfect Evening! We had the pleasure of attending a wedding reception at Louise Earl Butcher in Grand Rapids on Saturday evening, October 10th, and it was one of the finest dining experiences I’ve ever had. The food was phenomenal, the atmosphere was beautiful, and the hospitality was second to none. A special thank-you to owners Matt and Cindy for creating such a welcoming and thoughtfully run establishment. Their pride and attention to detail are evident throughout the experience. We were also wonderfully assisted by Whitney, Vicky, and Adam, whose friendliness, professionalism, attentiveness, and genuine hospitality helped make the evening truly memorable. They created an atmosphere where everyone could relax, enjoy the celebration, and feel completely cared for. Now, the food! We started with Kabocha squash bruschetta featuring roasted squash, toasted pepitas, and brie on toasted baguette, along with roasted mushroom polenta bites made with local mushrooms, shallots, garlic, herbs, and white cheddar. Both were outstanding. The kale Caesar salad, with Parmesan, fresh-baked croutons, roasted tomato, and house Caesar dressing, was fresh and flavorful. The main course was the highlight: 100% grass-fed beef strip loin roast served with duck-fat-roasted potatoes, broccolini, tatsoi, bok choy, and house chimichurri. I’ve enjoyed many excellent steaks over the years, but this strip loin was truly exceptional—without question, one of the best beef dishes I’ve ever had. The quality, preparation, and combination of flavors were outstanding. Dessert was chocolate crème brûlée with perfectly caramelized sugar and fresh berries—an excellent finish to an incredible meal. The beverage selection was equally impressive, including the signature Wisconsin Old Fashioned, Berry Lemonade Smash, an excellent selection of spirits and wines, and local and regional craft beers. Every detail felt thoughtfully planned. As wonderful as the food was, the true highlight was the atmosphere and the people. Louise Earl Butcher created the perfect setting for Myles and Madi’s wedding reception: warm, welcoming, comfortable, and beautifully executed. Plenty of places serve a good meal; far fewer create an experience you remember long after leaving. Matt and Cindy deserve enormous credit for building a business where outstanding food and genuine hospitality go hand in hand. Whitney, Vicky, and Adam deserve special recognition for helping make the evening so enjoyable. Thank you all for an unforgettable experience. If you’re looking for more than just dinner—somewhere that makes an occasion truly memorable—I cannot recommend Louise Earl Butcher highly enough. Five stars aren’t enough! Exceptional food, an unforgettable beef strip loin, an incredible atmosphere, and a staff that made the entire evening special. We look forward to returning!