You know how there are certain foods and smells that just make you start salivating immediately?…read more Well, the thought of the sandwiches at Meat House do that to me. The first time I went, I had their Supreme BLT. The name sounds a bit lofty and is perhaps a bit pedestrian to some, but I have to say, it's far and above the best version I've ever had. Thick warm bacon, cool lettuce and tomatoes, avocado, and a delicious garlicky aioli. I ate it in my car and must have been a real sight to see, because I practically made love to that thing. It was that good. The second time I went, I opted for their Cuban. Again, the best version of that sandwich I've ever had. This thing was like an orgasm on bread. I don't even know where to start, but suffice it to say that all the ingredients were exploding like a symphony of savory wonder. Thank goodness no one filmed me eating it, that would definitely have been embarrassing. On top of the incredible sandwich menu at Meat House, they also offer a pretty impressive assortment of groceries, a custom salad bar, fantastic butcher counter with steaks and chops galore, beer and wine, etc. Sort of feels like a specialty market on steroids. I highly recommend a visit, particularly for one of their epic sandwiches!

Stop me if you've heard this, a vegetarian walks into a meat shop-- My SO and I decided to pop into…read moreThe Meat House so he could check out some specific items he likes to shop for at the butcher's. This is a nice one-stop shop filled with a huge variety of items. We were able to score alcoholic ciders, seasonings for unreasonably cheap prices, and more. There's everything from pasta and sauce to countless snacks. We left with armfuls of items because we couldn't resist. At incredible prices, this shop is certainly one to visit for pantry staples alone.

Fantastic smoked meats, brisket was phenomenal staff very friendly!! If you want barbecue, this is…read morethe place to go.

Soooo, we went to Embark tonight for the second time. Full disclosure, the first time Wifey and I…read morecame here was when they first opened, we came kind of late and we didn't have the best experience, but I PROMISED myself I'd come back before reviewing because I honestly believed I just hit them on a bad night. Had a good friend recently tell me I needed to come back, so we did. Tonight we ordered a half rack of ribs, a pulled pork sandwich, and the pulled pork Mac-n-cheese. In a word, the food was fantastic. I've had BBQ in a LOT of places and also have my own smoker that I've gotten pretty good at using it so I know good BBQ...and this is good BBQ. The ribs were delicious - cooked perfectly the way the want them in competition...not fall off the bone, but with a little bite, and the flavor was great. Amazing bark on the outside with tender meat on the bone. The pulled pork sandwich was so tender and delicious that I wish I didn't have to share it with Wifey. And their homemade BBQ sauce is absolutely great...a little spice on the back of the tongue, but still sweet without being overly sweet (they have four kinds, but I only wanted the traditional). The pulled pork Mac-n-cheese was very rich but full of flavor with a nice breadcrumb topping as well. Each platter also came with cole slaw, something often overlooked by BBQ places, but not here. Very tasty, very fresh, though I think it needed a pinch of salt. I do wish we had gotten some cornbread, but honestly, we walked away very full. The service here is super friendly and our food came pretty quickly...and I really love the layout and vibe here. I spoke to the owner about how much I loved the food tonight and how it was such a difference from my first experience. I'm so glad we came back. The people behind the counter all seem to LIKE what they're doing...and that means a lot. Real BBQ places are always pricey, because you aren't paying for just the food, your paying for the hours and hours and hours of cooking it takes to get the food to taste as good as it does and to be tender. You can't take shortcuts with BBQ. So yeah, Embark isn't cheap, but if there's one thing I've discovered over the years it's that you DON'T want cheap BBQ. Embark is a BYOB place so bring your favorite beer, order some great food, and sit with friends savoring the deliciousness. I will NOT wait this long to come back again.

I love everything about BelFiore!!! It is definitely a one…read morestop shopping experience. You can literally get every single thing you need here. One of my favorite things is their soup and their shrimp cocktail. Highly recommend!!!! and they have the best bread I've ever had!!!

EXCELLENT deli, butcher shop, fresh seafood and fresh baked Italian breads and cookies, plus…read moregroceries.

Al's is to tell you that we've been eating out for many years The food is delicious and the people…read moreare so warm and friendly family-run business

I have driven by Al's Prime Meat & Deli hundreds of times but it was never the right time to visit…read more Sometimes they were closed and other times I will have already eaten. Recently I made it a point to visit to pick up a sandwich for lunch and I'm really glad I did! Al's is very clean and welcoming. When you walk in the cashier counter is to the left, set at a right angle to that is the deli counter where sandwiches are assembled. The menu is mounted on the wall towards the back. To the right is a seating area. Across from the cashier is a fridge with various pasta dishes ready to heat up and eat along with some baked goods and lots of different kinds of chips to go with your sammich. I wound up ordering the Red & White Russian which includes Roast Beef, Turkey, Swiss, Horseradish, Deli Mustard, Lettuce, Tomato & Onion. You can have it pressed by request but I did not do so. I also ordered a side order of macaroni salad. The Red & White Russian was really good! The size was perfect and the bread was soft and chewy. There was a good amount of meat and cheese and I really liked the mustard and horseradish flavors. The macaroni salad was great. I would definitely get both of these again! I'm glad I made it a point to stop at Al's and I plan to do so again in the future!

We enjoyed this place and had a lovely server. We opted to their their butter service which was…read moresuch a nice experience to start the meal. We were reuniting with a friend we hadn't seen in nearly a decade and we couldn't have picked a better spot to catch up. Two bottles of white later we nearly finished the butter service and enjoyed some escargot and their steak frites. We threw in a chopped salad and finished it off with their caramel dessert that somewhat resembled a tiramisu. Upon lifting the cylinder sleeve the delicious and light caramel sauce pours over the cake with crunch chocolate nibs sprinkled on top. Looking forward to trying their dinner menu when we visit again.

Wow what an unforgettable Birthday Dinner! Quality Meats…read moreabsolutely delivered for my birthday! The service here is always top-tier, which is exactly why we always request our favorite waiter Mike, whenever we dine here. Once again, he went above and beyond, making the night extra special by surprising me with two birthday desserts! The manager Carlos, was also incredibly attentive and took great care of us throughout the evening, ensuring everything was flawless. As for the food, it was spectacular. We started with the meatballs a must try, and for the main event, We had the Bone-in Dry-Aged Prime Sirloin topped with truffle butter incredibly flavorful and cooked to absolute perfection. Pair it with the corn crème brûlée sweet and savory side dish. Incredible food, unmatched hospitality, and the perfect place to celebrate. Thank you, Mike and Carlos!

Amazing sandwiches. They make a pastrami Reuben that is to die for. Im confident I've probably…read moreordered it 40+ times from Pete's Meats. I will always be a customer of this amazing restaurant!

Pete's Meats is a carnivore's paradise, and their steaks and burgers are out of this world. The…read moresteaks are outrageously tender, bursting with rich, savory flavor, and seared to perfection every single time. Their burgers? Juicy, thick, and seasoned just right. Each bite delivers that satisfying, crave-worthy punch. Beyond their fresh cuts, Pete's offers so much more. You can purchase high quality meats to go, either frozen for prepping at home or even pre cooked if you're short on time. It's the best of both worlds! They also have an awesome menu. Choose from expertly cooked meals featuring their signature burgers or steak dishes, complete with delicious sides. Whether you're cooking up something special at home or enjoying a carefully crafted meal on site, Pete's Meats provides top tier quality, flexibility, and flavor every time. Trust me... with steaks this melt in your mouth good, burgers this perfectly juicy, and a full service kitchen plus convenient take home options, Pete's Meats is a game changer!

My husband and I love a good butcher but are new to Essex county. We found this place online and…read moredecided to check it out. This was the worst experience I've had in years. The guy at the counter refused to look at us or answer any questions. ( we were the only one in the shop) I asked him a question and he said with a nasty attitude that it wasn't for us. He was rude and disrespectful and showed his contempt for us for just being in the store. The meat selection wasn't great. I don't know if it was because we are a black couple . ( this is an Asian place) I felt that I was in the Jim Crow south. Do not give them your money!!!!

This is the spot. The meat and chicken are always great. They will cut and clean your chicken…read morecutlets. There is always plenty of meat and chicken. There are also plenty of staff to assist with orders. The line may seem long at times but it moves fast. The place is also very clean. The price is right. Check this place out!

We had a close friend recommend this butcher. We went there with high hopes for a brisket and were…read morevery, very disappointed. The first cut piece we requested looked like no other brisket we had ever bought before, parts of it were very hard in the packaging. It was also not a long piece , nor the same height all the way across. Instead it was like a mound. It seemed strange but we had received a strong recommendation so we purchased it. It came out of the oven very tough and we ended up throwing it away. The staff were nice but we were not there for chat , but for a tender brisket.