# The Wise Ox Butcher & Eatery > The Wise Ox Butcher & Eatery is a butcher shop and sandwich spot on El Cajon Blvd in San Diego's North Park neighborhood, run by UST Restaurant Group and Chef Brad Wise. The menu is small but deliberate, with seven sandwiches built around superior-quality meats and fresh ingredients, from a Philly Cheesesteak to a Smoked Bologna and a slow-roasted Roast Beef. Reviewers consistently praise the quality of the meat as a cut above most sandwich spots in the city. The space suits everything from a casual solo lunch to a laid-back date night or group outing, with outdoor seating available. A monthly Bacon Ox Box subscription lets regulars take home ten pounds of curated cuts selected by Chef Brad Wise. ## Key facts - **URL**: https://frankiapp.com/business/the-wise-ox-butcher-eatery-10756 - **Type**: Restaurants - **Cuisine**: Sandwich Spot - **Location**: San Diego, CA - **Address**: 2855 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92104, US - **Phone**: 16195648976 - **Website**: https://thewiseoxsd.com/ - **Price range**: $$$$ - **Coordinates**: 32.7549, -117.132414 - **Claimed**: claimed - **Vibes**: Casual ## About The Wise Ox Butcher & Eatery is a butcher shop and sandwich spot on El Cajon Blvd in San Diego's North Park neighborhood, run by UST Restaurant Group and Chef Brad Wise. The menu is small but deliberate, with seven sandwiches built around superior-quality meats and fresh ingredients, from a Philly Cheesesteak to a Smoked Bologna and a slow-roasted Roast Beef. Reviewers consistently praise the quality of the meat as a cut above most sandwich spots in the city. The space suits everything from a casual solo lunch to a laid-back date night or group outing, with outdoor seating available. A monthly Bacon Ox Box subscription lets regulars take home ten pounds of curated cuts selected by Chef Brad Wise. ## Hours - Monday: 10am - 5pm - Tuesday: 10am - 7pm - Wednesday: 10am - 7pm - Thursday: 10am - 7pm - Friday: 10am - 7pm - Saturday: 10am - 7pm - Sunday: 10am - 5pm ## Highlights - **Chef-driven butchery** — UST Restaurant Group's crew of chefs and butchers take their craft seriously. - **Voted best sandwich** — The Wise Ox has been voted the best sandwich in San Diego by local diners. - **Monthly meat subscription** — The Bacon Ox Box delivers ten pounds of curated cuts from Chef Brad Wise monthly. - **Outdoor seating** — A casual outdoor setup makes it an easy spot for a relaxed meal any day of the week. ## Amenities - Apple Pay - Credit Card - Google Pay - Outdoor Seating - Take Out - Wheelchair Friendly ## FAQ ### Where is The Wise Ox Butcher & Eatery located? The Wise Ox Butcher & Eatery is located at 2855 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92104, in the North Park neighborhood. ### What are The Wise Ox Butcher & Eatery's hours? The Wise Ox is open Monday and Sunday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Tuesday through Saturday, hours extend from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM. ### What does The Wise Ox Butcher & Eatery serve? The Wise Ox serves a focused menu of seven sandwiches built around high-quality, butcher-sourced meats. Standouts include the Cheesesteak made with shaved NY strip, the Peppered Turkey on toasted sourdough, the Roast Beef on rye with horseradish cream, and two burger options including the Dry Aged Burger. Beef fat fries and other sides round out the menu. You can browse the full menu at thewiseoxsd.com. ### What are popular items at The Wise Ox? Reviewers single out the Roast Beef sandwich as a standout, with several calling it the best they have ever had. The Double Cheeseburger and Turkey Sandwich are also fan favorites. The house-made sauces and fresh vegetables are frequently mentioned as details that set the sandwiches apart from other spots in San Diego. ### What is Franki? Franki is a restaurant discovery app that helps you find great places to eat through real video reviews from actual diners. You can browse reviews, photos, and videos of The Wise Ox Butcher & Eatery on Franki, and earn cash back when you dine there. Download Franki on the App Store or Google Play to start exploring. ### Does The Wise Ox offer a meat subscription? Yes. The Bacon Ox Box is a monthly meat subscription curated by Chef Brad Wise that includes ten pounds of the best cuts. You can learn more at thewiseoxsd.com. ### Is The Wise Ox Butcher & Eatery good for groups or date nights? The Wise Ox suits a wide range of occasions, from solo lunches and date nights to family meals and group hangouts. The casual atmosphere and outdoor seating keep things relaxed and approachable for any size party. ### How much does it cost to eat at The Wise Ox Butcher & Eatery? The Wise Ox sits at a fine dining price point, typically running $50 or more per person, which reflects the premium quality of the butcher-sourced meats and chef-crafted sandwiches. ### How can I contact The Wise Ox Butcher & Eatery? You can reach The Wise Ox by phone at (619) 564-8976 or explore the menu at thewiseoxsd.com. You can also follow along and stay updated on specials on Facebook. ## Reviews ### forks.up.foodie — 4.3/5 · Dec 5, 2024 Wise Ox #butchery in #northpark has so many unique offerings! I tried the Dry Aged burger but preferred the Dbl Cheeseburger. My opinion: good bun, flavor lacking and covered up with lots of grease and fat. Loved the house-made sauce on the #burger and the notes of rosemary on the beef fat fries. Down to try their sandwiches too for #lunch or #dinner but I think I can find a better burger! ### nikkacan — 5.0/5 · Jun 17, 2025 Best deli spot in SD! ### maria_is_hungry — 5.0/5 · Sep 25, 2020 These guys just opened up in #NorthPark #Elcajonblvd for all our meat needs! A #butchery & #eatery with great #sandwiches & sides, and goods to take home. Not a big menu, but it’s quality not quantity! I got the #roastbeefsandwich and hands down, best I’ve ever had! And the #pastrami was just smoked, so I couldn’t pass up the #reuben special! And Beef Fat #Fries?! C’mon!! So good! Great service, cute corner spot, with #takeout, #outdoorseating, #dogfriendly and #friendlystaff, I’ll be back! ### maria_is_hungry — 5.0/5 · Nov 15, 2024 I love this place. I usually get their Turkey Sandwich or Roast Beef bc they’re so delicious, but I’m finally having their Double Cheeseburger. 🍔 . DBL Cheeseburger: American cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles, thousand island, trg bun. I love a good thousand island, but did you know you can mod this burger too? You could do “sub mayo” or “add bacon” or “meat & cheese only”. 🤙🏼 . Check them out, and grab some snacks from the grocery/market section! ### eater_of_foods619 — 4.3/5 · May 9, 2025 I wasnt too thrilled with this sandwich knowing how hyped up this place is. I thought the sandwich was ok but felt like something i could have made at home. I didnt think the roast beef was particularly special but maybe this isnt their specialty cut. I will be going back to try again since I truly believe it isnt popular for nothing! ### mr.delgadilly — 5.0/5 · Apr 16, 2026 came to see what all the hype is about 👌 ### dougiefresh — 5.0/5 · Dec 27, 2024 The Wise Ox was voted Best Sandwich in San Diego so I wanted to try it out as a sandwich connoisseur. 🥪 The quality of the meat is superior to most of the other sandwich places in SD and the veggies are fresh, delicious, and nutritious. This is definitely the main reason the sandwich was delicious and the main reason I will go back again for more tasty sandwiches 😋. ## Nearby - [Yun Tea House](https://frankiapp.com/business/yun-tea-house-98023) — Tea Room · $$$$ - 4344 Convoy St Suite M, , San Diego, CA 92111, US - [An’s Dry Cleaning Gelato](https://frankiapp.com/business/an-s-dry-cleaning-gelato-10344) — Dessert Shop · $$$$ - 3017 Adams Ave, San Diego, CA 92116, US - [Selva Coffee House](https://frankiapp.com/business/selva-coffee-house-101250) — Coffee Shop · $$$$ - 3535 Camino del Rio W, , San Diego, , CA 92110, US - [ASA Bakery](https://frankiapp.com/business/asa-bakery-95773) — Comfort Food · $$$$ - 634 14th St #110, San Diego, CA 92101, US - [Bopomofo Cafe](https://frankiapp.com/business/bopomofo-cafe-114025) — $$$$ - 7951 Othello Ave suite 106, San Diego, CA 92111, US - [Azuki Sushi](https://frankiapp.com/business/azuki-sushi-311) — Sushi · $$$$ - 2321 Fifth Ave, , San Diego, CA 92101, US - [Din Tai Fung La Jolla](https://frankiapp.com/business/din-tai-fung-la-jolla-4833) — Taiwanese - 4301 La Jolla Village Dr (btwn Genesse Ave & Executive Way), San Diego, CA 92122, US - [insideOut](https://frankiapp.com/business/insideout-23754) — American · $$$ - 1642 University Ave (Centre St), San Diego, CA 92103, US --- View full profile, photos, videos, and reviews on Franki: https://frankiapp.com/business/the-wise-ox-butcher-eatery-10756