This is a story of a place being just a little bit over hyped…read more I drive past Fishertown Country Store a lot too. Then one day my mother-in-law sends me out there for milk, a bag of ice, and some cookies. For some reason on that day I decide to check out the Yelp reviews in the parking lot before I go in to do my shopping. And that's when I read about DJ M's experience with the stuffed hash browns. Stuffed hash browns?!?! Well, I simply have to have them. The only problem was that it was the afternoon, and they were all out. I was told that I'd have to come by some morning if I wanted hash browns. Bummer. It's typically challenging to get out the door in the morning when the family descends upon the farm. Literally years pass by, with visions of the stuffed hash browns taunting my fat tooth. For one reason or another, the stars never aligned. But this week I finally claimed my prize. Not only that, but the kind lady behind the counter fried me up an order of stuffed hash browns on the spot. I guess sometimes they sit around in the hot food display box for a while. Perhaps my imagination got away from me. I was expecting something a bit more homemade. Instead, it was a brick of food service frozen goodness, dropped into the deep frier. I'll return to check out the apple dumpling, but I won't hold out hope that they are the best in the world. And I'll remain thankful that this reasonably good market is closer to the farm than the trek to Bedford or Johnstown.

To say that I have passed this country store at least one hundred times, without stopping in, is no…read moreexaggeration. I have really been missing out and I know as sure as I am sitting here typing this that I will stop in on my way to or from my home town again and again. My home town, Johnstown, Pa. Is known for their submarine sandwiches, referred to more often as a sub. Living and traveling all over the country I have now come to the conclusion that the only place to get a submarine sandwich is in my home town, but seeing this store is only twenty minutes away and close to the turnpike, I believed them when they had "Best subs in town" posted outside. Nada, their subs are like anyone else's "subs" in this country, six inches long and on a soft roll, where a Johnstown sub is on an 18-24 inch long crusty loaf of bread, layered with meats and cheeses, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, hot peppers, if you like and drizzled with an herb infused oil. However, all was certainly not lost, this country store is wonderful! Rows of very inexpensive fresh produce, aisles of locally made jams, noodles, canned goods, snacks and specialty items. Homemade baked goods, including gobs, a nice sized deli with incredible prices, fresh butchered meats and poultry as well as a frozen food section. They have really neat hot or cold food items ready to go like breakfast burritos, chicken salads, well many different salads and desserts, but have you ever had a stuffed hash brown? Seriously folks these are to die for and when I asked what was in them half the store's customers and most of the employees turned to me with oohs and awes telling me how good they were. Oh my gosh, they were stuffed with gooey cheese, browned sausage and onions and I got the last one, yay! I also got a small thinly sliced and lean tavern ham and Swiss cheese sandwich for my drive home, which was very good along with some pickled eggs for hubby and I'll eat the beets. They will make you a "sub" just like Subway or any other place makes them ( I call these hoagies ). I had a cooler in my car, bought a bunch of stuff and a bag of ice and saved lots of money. Oh and the gallon jugs of Galliker's ice tea that I was loving in Johnstown and buying at the Honey Bear two for five bucks were four for five bucks here, so I grabbed four more gallons. The folks are very friendly, everyone seemed to know each other by name. A nice sized laundromat is attached to the building and the place is clean, a little worn, but with the years of traffic they have received it adds character.

Any time I am going to be near Huntingdon I am sure to stop in. They have many locally sourced…read moreitems and some products that are unique and delicious from small vendors near and far. Everything is reasonably priced. Their selection is amazing but if I am specifically looking for a particular item I call ahead of time so I can be sure they have it or give them time to get their hands on it. The meat quality is on a level by itself. So good! It's awesome to find a place that is committed to the health and well-being of the animals they harvest and serve their community. Legitimately some of the best beef I've ever had the privilege of grilling and smoking. I haven't had their pork but my dad said it's also top notch. Come taste the difference local pride makes.

meat products Great lunch meats great steaks great pork chops great sausages all around just a good…read morebutcher shop they do p process dear meat

Wow!! What an amazing experience! I was traveling to visit family and found this gem on the way…read more.. the quality, the people, the price, is unmatched! Talk about farm to table... it doesn't get any better than this! The cuts of steak were perfect, the bacon was outstanding, and the carrots tasted like something completely new to me! I want to find a shipping method. Must go here!

I moved to the Hagerstown area two years ago, and immediately fell in love with the rolling…read morecountryside and it's miles and miles of produce, dairy and cattle farms. It's changed what I cook and how I eat. Horst Meats is my go-to place for beef, pork, and chicken. The product quality is high, and they'll do custom orders - even on the spot if they have the primal available. I can't say enough about the Horst family and their emphasis on quality and service. And such a happy place! The singing - sometimes in three part harmony - of the front-of-house staff as they work is inspiring and soothing. And, yes, they sell whole, half, and quarter cows. Yummy yum yum yum!

Ever since I found this place I never stop coming here. The meat is fresh and they do specific meat…read morecuts on request clean place friendly staff. My boyfriend loves it too. Prices are amazing too for the quality. I make this a butcher trip every once a month since I live an hour away.

This place is about 1.5 hours a way from me and this is where i get my beef and pork butchered. The…read morestaff here are outstanding and very willing to help. Worth the drive for me. Pricing is in line or cheaper than other places I have used. PS - Their sweet beef sticks are second to none......!

Smoked sausage is made fresh, usually on Thursdays and goes quick! The beef sticks are also a…read morefavorite and it's best to call ahead to make sure they have them before heading over. The homemade chicken salad and slab bacon are excellent. One of the few places you can find Meadows Scrapple too. For this being a slaughter/butcher shop, the smell of the place isn't bad. Nothing like the place over in Ligonier, GAG!

Best kielbasa I've ever eaten and that's saying something when I live in the central processed meat…read moredistrict of Pennsylvania. Best, best, best. Also love their breakfast links and 'loose' r 'bulk' sausage. Worst thing is (1) finding them, and (2) get there early or stuff is GONE. JH

No wonder why it has such a great reputation. We heard about it from friends in State College. This…read moreis a gem! It has become a destination when we are at Blue Knob or near Claysburg / Altoona. Top quality cuts at fair price. Butcher bean! Ham spread! Attentive service. Clean, well kept displays.

The fresh cuts of beef and pork every time you walk in. And then all of the other goodies, like…read moresnack sticks and salads. I highly recommend GGs macaroni salad!

Have been a customer for years. Very satisfied. They have…read morequality meats and they want to be sure the customer is happy.

Amazing service and great prices! We go here every chance we get. The people here are amazingread more

Absolute best meats in Garrett county at absolutely best prices. He cuts steaks while you wait…read more Call ahead and he'll have your order ready. Pork ribs are also fresh and delicious as is the lamb when he has it. This place is the real farm to table deal. He is right across from the jeep dealership on and hwy. Can be hard to spot from the highway.

Mike provides fresh sausage for our Oktoberfest event every year. Price is fair, the sausage is…read moreready for us as promised and everyone who comes to our event at Alpine Lake Resort in Terra Alta, WV loves it!! I recommend the Butcher Block for all your fresh meat.