Butcher and the Rye
Downtown cocktail bar and restaurant known for rye whiskey, house-butchered meats, and a late kitchen.
About
Butcher and the Rye sits on Sixth Street Downtown. Confirm hours, reservations, and bar vs dining-room seating before you go — this listing replaced a closed East Liberty restaurant (Spoon) in August 2026.
Specialties
Highlights
- Cocktails
- Whiskey
- Downtown
- Late Night
Best for
Date night · Cocktails · Downtown dining
Hours
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