Wondering if there’s any recent feedback from CH-ers on buying meat at the Barns market. Which vendors have you found to be the best/worst? Buying meat out of someone’s cooler makes me nervous so I’d love to... (0 replies, last updated by Arcadiaseeker July 8, 2009)

So I’ve decided I can’t stomach buying mass-produced and packaged meat from the regular grocery store anymore. I’ve taken to picking up all my pork from the lovely people at Truck Patch Farms, but need a more... (11 replies, last updated by Culocho July 7, 2008)

Hi: I love to cook, bbq, roast, etc. and am looking for a recommendation to buy meat at reasonable prices. Specifically, looking for Pork Butt, Spare Ribs and Baby Back Ribs for a bbq I’m throwing for 25 people next week. For... (17 replies, last updated by RicRios May 5, 2007)

Hi. I’m wondering how far in advance one can/should buy fresh meat; in my case, a leg of lamb. I want to keep it seasoned in the fridge for a day or two, but that puts purchasing on Xmas day. Is it ok to buy fresh meat 3 or... (12 replies, last updated by Tom Hall December 23, 2005)

Are you talking about quanity like a whole cryovac (ie: 12lbs for a NY) or a couple of steaks? Is price an object? If I tell you where to buy the finest meat wholesale you won’t send your friends who only want a couple of... (6 replies, last updated by Barbara February 15, 2002)

go there to buy meat. Plus, Jim and Joe are just all around great guys. (21 replies, last updated by par38lamp May 18, 2009)

Where is the best place to buy quality meat that is somewhat inexpensive. If you could provide recomendations along with price ranges and favorite cuts it would be appreciated. Thanks (2 replies, last updated by Cathy August 31, 2007)

Sorry if this topic has been covered before, but I did a search and came up with nothing... I’m wondering if there’s a general rule as to which day of the week is the best to buy from my butcher? I know there are... (0 replies, last updated by tochipotle October 24, 2007)

Over the years I have frequented various places for meat. Most recently I got hooked on Taits – especially their usda prime NY strip steaks. I’ve been spoiled and with Taits now closed I am at a loss. I know where to... (12 replies, last updated by BJinIA September 27, 2007)

So i’m looking for a good (costwise – a good value for quality/fresh/safe) butcher or anywhere to buy meat (chicken, beef, etc) just for general everyday use in the westside. I don’t need prime quality stuff but... (1 reply, last updated by bulavinaka February 27, 2007)

higher qualilty standards on their products. In either case, you will pay a pretty penny, but you’ve got my juices running, just thinking about some of those hunks of meat (I like to visit the Lobel’s web site when I... (5 replies, last updated by cf December 20, 2005)

I’m going to be in Tribeca today and was hoping to do some shopping down there. Are there any good markets around for me to do a medium-sized shopping? Please don’t say “Food Emporium”... Thanks! (2 replies, last updated by Mike D. February 22, 2005)

Recently tried to make beef stock and was surprised at how difficult it was to obtain various bones and quality cuts of meat. What are the best places to get meat/poultry/bones in san jose, preferably closest to south san jose?... (4 replies, last updated by Chester July 1, 2004)

seeking butcher/store that sells good steaks and meat and will sell in relatively low quantities, enough for say three or 4 people. while I love Costco, am looking for something a step up from them. (7 replies, last updated by Darin February 25, 2002)

Anyone know any good butchers/meat shops Manhattan where you can regularly buy game meats (eg bison, venison, elk, ostrich)? (7 replies, last updated by bevoray February 1, 2007)