The only negative here are the long lines of people waiting…read more The very positive here are the long lines of people waiting. I don't know why the meats at Joseph's are better than that at any grocery store.....but they are. We don't eat too much red meat but when we do, we get it at Joseph's. Always a smile and willingness to cut what we want the way we want it. Always a dinner delight.

The place where I've ordered a turkey for a few years had a weird, unclear deadline for their…read moreThanksgiving orders so this year I needed to quickly find another place (or try). Had I ordered from the place I usually have, I would have had to pay a shipping fee of $35 whether I had it shipped to my home or to the business. I hadn't heard of Joseph's before but decided to take a chance. I placed my order by phone the Tuesday before Thanksgiving and they took it with no problem, no extra charges; they also took the bone out for me. I was a bit nervous just because I hadn't tried this place before, and if there was a problem there wouldn't be much chance to fix it or easily switch gears. But I needn't have worried. While it would be helpful if they decided whether they were going to use numbers or just a line (I pulled a number upon entering, but they weren't advancing the numbers and instead just taking people who said they were next), I was in and out within ten minutes. The employees were helpful. Like many butchers, they have more than just the meat but it's not a grocery store (though I found I could have gotten the baguette that I made a separate stop to procure). The turkey breast I bought was at least half of what it would have cost at the place I've used in the past. With that kind of savings, paying their 4% credit card fee was fine by me (pay cash to save yourself the fee). Parking is easy; it's Dunning, not Lake View. Will definitely come back, possibly sooner than later since I've been wanting to try making a pot roast and I expect they'd have the right cut of beef for that. I won't bother with the butcher I used to go to with this one so nearby.

Looking for a local butcher for some quality steaks, I came across Prime and Tender Meats. On a…read morebusy Saturday, staff were very friendly and attentive. At first, the selection can be a little overwhelming. However, they are very patient for you to look over the items. For two steaks, and 2 twice baked potatoes, it was about $67. However, the portions were huge and enough leftover for a second meal. The quality of the steak was excellent. Previously, I would get my steak from Marianos, but this was better quality. I definitely will be back to try more items.

Love this place. Excellent customer service. The deli, products and meats are fresh. Also provides…read morefrozen. Above and beyond. Friendly and family atmosphere.

Im a new customer, lived near the store a since opening. Finally went in there for some meat, was…read morevery surprised and impressed with the food/prices. (The service i received from TANGIE who helped me, was spot on she didnt try to rush or sell me anything. That was a blessing, will definitely patronize the establishment again soon!!

From the owner: Mama Rose Meat Market is a locally owned family establishment that provides fresh, high-quality,…read moretemperature-regulated meat products like a turkey sandwich and New York Strip Steak to Bellwood, Illinois, and surrounding areas. We offer pick-up, delivery, walk-ins, and phone orders for your convenience. All our meat products are USDA approved for quality assurance.

Forza is the best meat and deli shop in the north shore. The staff is so friendly and the selection…read moreis amazing. You can find ready made items and everything else you need for dinner. They also have amazing pantry items like pasta and spices. We order their sandwiches all the time- and don't forget the paprika fries!

Tonight we picked up pork shank and potatoes au gratin, it was soooo delicious 10/10…read more I would recommend this store for weekly dinners, appetizers, desserts and all fresh meat.

The best meat in town! I've even had the premade meals…read more Delicious! Except for the Mac and Cheese. Try the stuffed peppers

Seems like a good place but it seems to be pretty busy. I think we waited about 15 minutes to be…read morehelped, though perhaps it's because it was Memorial Day weekend. The prices were reasonable. I picked up some potato pancakes from their cooler/freezer section, so I'm looking forward to trying those and seeing if the kiddo likes them. There's a private parking lot in the plaza.

Had a a delicious weekday lunch here on beautiful Friday. Outdoor seating was easy to get and the…read moreservice was prompt and courteous. Great Summer vibes and the selection of meats and quality is amazing. I wish I could shop here regularly versus the usual grocery stores. We had an amazing pork sandwich, a pastrami, and a salad. The first salad was a little bitter, so the Server promptly swapped for a kale side salad which was nice. The breads and meats were standouts for these decadent sandwiches. The flavor and juices were soaked up by the tender meats. My favorite was definitely the pork. Always great eating here.

I wanted to like publican, but overall thought it was just okay. The portions are quite large, but…read moreis missing the finishing touches that are thoughtful to the customer. For example with my mussels, rather than this large chunk of baguette, I wouldn't preferred it pre-sliced. We went on a busy Saturday night and it was popping in here for sure. However because it was so busy, my table ended up being neglected and our waitress was impossible to flag down. In terms of vibes, it seems like a pretty cool place to be. I liked the chairs and then the little booths seem like a fun time. I was also a big fan of the bathroom sink. Overall, Publican was a fine time, and even better time if you're looking for meat forward dishes.

I've been making brisket forever and the one I bought from them was the best one ever. Excellent…read morequality.

I come here only to grab some eggs as the quality is exceptional, however the meat always looks…read moredelicious when I come in. Definitely need to try them at some point. Staff have always been friendly and prompt with service.

I have frequented Devon Avenue meet for several years. Vince…read more, the owner, has always presented a quality product in a pristine store.

So glad to have such a quality butcher in the neighborhood! It's cash or check only, FYI. Also upon…read morefirst impression, VERY clean. Family owned and like many others have stated, they treat you like family. Immediately upon walking in, I was greeted by a butcher who was more than helpful and kind. My husband and I are on a new health journey so I've often times asked MANY questions and he was patient and helpful with every answer. Even with him knowing I didn't have cash and had to leave and come back. Needed some quality burgers and brats for a friend's grilling birthday bash. Picked up beer brats upon recommendation (and a crowd favorite), Mediterranean turkey burgers (super good and I enjoyed them more than my husband did if I'm to be honest), prime rib burgers (currently vacuum sealed in the freezer), skin on hot dogs (best ever), cheddar and jalapeño burger (another fave!), and maybe a couple others I can't recall. Everything so far- fresh and from what I've frozen, has been delicious. We typically shop at Paulina Market so it's been wonderful to find a shop closer at the same level (in our opinion). It is pricey as some have stated but you're paying for what you get. They have an amazing selection of prepared foods as well. Worth stopping in for! Can't wait to restock.

My cousin brought their leg of lamb to our house for Pascha yesterday. It was so delicious and…read moretender, this has to be a staple every year now. Excellent job!

Was looking for some good food options after my workout and noticed this place. Decided to come…read moregive it a try. Parking is a bit difficult but definitely worth the visit for the food. The store itself looks like a section for groceries and butcher products with a cooking/grilling section on the side where the food is all made fresh. They have a good variety of options for both meatlovers and health conscious eaters. I ended up ordering the greek burger with fries, the avgolemono, chicken skewer and a nice thick piece of spanikopita. All of it was amazing and the tzatziki is one of my favorites. The food was all freshly made, the service was both friendly and helpful, and overall just a great experience. Will definitely be recommending and returning to try more options on their menu. Very happy to have found such a great greek spot since moving from NY.