Super casual but well-prepared and delicious options. We saw in on "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives"…read morethe night before we left for our trip so made a point to stop. Loved it and brought our visiting relatives from Texas a few months later. They also enjoyed it!

This is a meat market but the tri tip sandwich was so tough. You only wish they used choice meat…read more It's dog food they are serving. Burger underwhelming. Do not trust them with meat.

The title is indicative of both the ambiance and food. This is a butcher shop. You walk in and it's…read moreright in your face, a glass case full of meats. There's no restroom, no tables, and it is meant for you to get your fresh cut meats and go. Service is friendly, fast, and they seem to keep busy. However on Thursdays and Fridays they make these amazingly delicious greasy sliders. Two are about the size of an In n Out burger. You have to eat them outside on one of the small picnic tables (which appear to belong to the neighboring stores), or in your car. They're messy, so I wouldn't recommend the car. My buddy brought me here and swore these were the best burgers. Just one bite and I could taste what the fuss was all about. We ordered the cowboy burgers which come with grilled onions, avocado, lettuce, tomato and cheese. They were tasty and oh so tender. My buddy also gets about a month's worth of tri tips and steaks at a time here. They vacuum seal the meat upon request, and my buddy has yet to find a better tri-tip in the area. Well that's this critic's review, until next time, I'll be eating.

This little hidden gem! I ordered a beef tenderloin and it was a nice cut and they made sure it was…read morecleaned up and ready to season and cook!! Picked up a couple of beef knuckles for the pup! I was treated so kindly and to me that makes a big difference! I'll be returning soon!

Absolutely loved this place! The brisket sandwich was so good. The meat was tender, flavorful, and…read moreperfectly cooked, but the bread really made the sandwich--fresh, soft, and went perfectly with the brisket. You can tell they put a lot of care into the food. Definitely one of those places in Ventura I'll be coming back to. Highly recommend the brisket sandwich!

My third time stopping here for a sandwich and I finally got one. Last two times they were…read moreremodeling or I came after 2...The sandwich menu pictured here on Yelp isn't accurate anymore. They only had three choices. I chose the pulled pork which was very good, but twice what the picture/menu showed and didn't come with a side or pickle. Good sandwich, not sure I'd pay that price again. It's a butcher shop, the meat looked good. That's what they exist for, not as a sandwich place.

Woody's Butcher Block absolutely lived up to the hype. I ordered the single-patty burger, pulled…read morepork taco, brisket taco, coleslaw, and potato salad, and every single item was outstanding. The burger was juicy and flavorful, the tacos were packed with delicious smoked meat, and the sides were fresh and complemented the meal perfectly. As someone who visits this area often, this will definitely become a regular stop. Highly recommend!

We pulled into Woody's based on a desire to eat Central Coast BBQ but to do it fast because we had…read morean appointment in L.A. and needed sandwiches. All 4 of us ordered the Tri Tip sandwiches. The tri tip was very flavorful! probably the best tri tip I had ever had. TH=here was some good smoke flavor in that meat. Sliced very thin, it was so easy to eat. No fighting the meat. Bread was buttered. BBQ on the side was Sweet Baby Ray's. I found that the BBQ sauce took away from the sammich, so I did very little dipping. If I come again, which I hope I do, I will order that sammich, but prepared in the same manner in which they prepare the roast beef sandwich. We took some chile verde sausages home to try, and those have a strong and memorable chile taste. For people who do not like spicy, beware. For the rest of us it is a satisfying burn. It is a pork sausage. Wife denied the purchase of the blackberry habanero sausage, so I will be left wondering about those. We also grabbed their pesto mayo. We will be trying that this week. I think I would have liked it on my tri tip sammich. I love pesto on anything. Place ain't cheap, but what is?

I think Browns product is fantastic but Mike should try being a bit more friendly to his…read morecustomers. I shop there almost once a week and he only once has said hello to me or thank you for shopping with them. I know many chefs that shop there and have told numerous people about them. His personal are all very nice.

Outstanding butcher shop -- absolutely worth a visit!…read more I recently stopped by this butcher specialty shop and was genuinely impressed from the moment I walked in. The quality and freshness of the meat was exceptional, and it was clear that they take a lot of pride in what they do. The selection was fantastic, everything looked incredibly fresh, and the staff was friendly, knowledgeable, and happy to help with recommendations. You can tell this is a place that truly cares about quality and customer service, especially from the owner who comes out and talks to you, filling you in on everything. What really stood out was the attention to detail and the overall experience. It's refreshing to find a local shop where you can get high-quality products, personal service, and that old-fashioned butcher-shop experience all in one place. I left with some great cuts for BBQ and shrimp scampi. I will definitely be coming back. If you're looking for quality meat and excellent service, I highly recommend giving this place a try. Five stars without hesitation! It is definitely a true gem for meat, seafood (some fresh and some frozen). The quality and freshness are a top priority. The owner was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and informative, taking the time to answer my questions and make helpful recommendations. That kind of personal service is becoming harder and harder to find, and it really made the experience stand out. It's wonderful to have a local shop where you can find exceptional products while also receiving genuine, friendly service. I highly recommend Brown's Top Shelf Meats to anyone looking for quality meat and seafood and a great overall experience. I've learned that private chefs stop here in the morning. Absolutely understood with the quality products available. There are many additional items to purchase like oak-aged vinegar from Moderna, Italy; salts; and local honey that is amazing. Looking forward to their new addition of produce and herbs. It's on Townsgate, look for the signs. Five stars all the way! I'll definitely be back!

Finally checked out Ventura Meat Company and yeah... this is the kind of spot that makes you side…read moreeye grocery store meat counters forever. You can tell there's real care behind what they do. Everything feels intentional, from the quality of the meat to the fact that they practice whole-animal butchery and source locally through Hobson Family Farms. Love supporting businesses that are actually rooted in the community instead of just slapping "local" on a label. Also obsessed that they make everything in-house... jerky, sausages, beef sticks, bone broth powder, seasonings, even beef tallow. They also carry artisan bread, fresh produce, and organic milk, so somehow I walked in for meat and left feeling like a pioneer woman lol. The space itself feels warm, welcoming, and very Ventura in the best way. Clean, rustic, community-oriented... the kind of place where you can tell the regulars genuinely love coming in. It has that old-school neighborhood butcher shop energy but without feeling intimidating or pretentious. The staff was super welcoming and patient answering questions without making anyone feel intimidated. Whether you know your cuts of meat or you're just there because someone told you "trust me," they make the experience approachable. Honestly feels like one of Ventura's hidden gems. Made my husband very happy. He literally made flank steak the second we got home and was completely content. Now he's suddenly talking about buying a smoker!

They hand a good selection of meat to choose from. I got the rib. My bf cooked it and it was…read moreamazing.

Each time we go through Santa Paula we grab a couple of tri tips. They are absolutely amazing and…read moreall our friends rave about the flavor. The staff always welcomes you in and they are very quick to get you what you need. Highly recommend Lairds!!

Great service and fantastic selection of grade A meats and Chicken . Cody and his crew have been…read moreserving the local community for years with great service and quality selection

Folks do a decent job of cutting and wrapping, and sausage flavors are ok just make sure they go…read moreeasy on the salt or you'll need a gallon of water to go with your sweet Italian sausage. Turn around time is pretty average for Socal (2 weeks-whenever) depending on the season and the folks in the office are pretty friendly. Do make sure you weigh your game before heading over there since I've mysteriously "lost" a lot of meat there, in fact I took six pig quarters (two hind quarters and four front shoulders) off a couple of 160lb. pigs and received a whopping sixteen pounds of sausage return, I was told that he only received two front shoulders so that was all the sausage he could make. There are a lot of better butchers in the area and unless you need taxidermy done I would avoid this place.

I usually but their product at the Santa Clarita farmers market. Everything I've tried has been…read moredelicious and I want to try more of their products. I recently discovered they are on Instagram and they posted a pic of a special roast they were offering for Easter so I decided to try it and I am extremely glad I did! It was a pork roast with spices on the outside and peppers and onions inside. Came with cooking instructions and a recipe to follow using some other ingredients to make a sauce . I just roasted it with some potatoes in the pan. The roast was tender and flavorful . I gave some to my neighbor who lives by herself and can be somewhat picky. She called me after she ate wanting to know where I got it and to let her know if I got it again. The pepper bite sausages they sell are delicious as well . I've used them in breakfast burritos and in my version of jambalaya . They have a nice kick and great flavor . There is another thing I've gotten that are fully cooked little Snack stick style ones But the name escapes me. I definitely want to branch out and try more items

I came here because a friend recommended it. It is a small, but high quality sausage store. The…read moresausages come either fresh (raw) or precooked (chilled). The lady that helped me is very helpful with all the different types of sausages and gave good recommendations for me and my family. The sausages are easy to grill and keeps very well in the fridge. The price is a little high, but the quality is bar none. I take one star off because of the odd days and hours of operation. Highly recommend if you want to have a good sausage cookout.