In a city already overflowing with world-class food at every turn, Cochon Butcher somehow manages to stop people dead in their tracks on a stretch of Tchoupitoulas Street in New Orleans’ Warehouse District.
Part artisan butcher shop, part sandwich counter, part wine bar — this beloved New Orleans burger and charcuterie destination from James Beard Award-winning chef Donald Link is the kind of place that earns a permanent spot on every serious food lover’s must-visit list the moment they take their first bite. 🏆
How Cochon Butcher Won New Orleans’ Hearts
Cochon Butcher opened in 2009 as the little sibling to Chef Donald Link’s acclaimed restaurant Cochon, and it wasted absolutely zero time making a name for itself.
Where Cochon leans into full sit-down Southern and Cajun dining, Butcher took a more casual, counter-service approach — offering house-made charcuterie, slow-smoked meats, craft sandwiches, and juicy burgers. 🥩…