Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    Forbes Meat Company

    4.5 (198 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 9:00 pm

    Forbes Meat Company Photos

    Business Info

    FORBES MEAT COMPANY ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?

    You might also consider

    Recommended Reviews - Forbes Meat Company

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    Business logo
    Steven G.

    Parking absolutely sucks in this area. Ambiance/Cleanliness-First of all, for the longest time in my experience, there is no way to tell if they are open or closed or where the front door is. There is now a sidewalk sandwich board which is helpful. This establishment cannot decide if it wants to be a butcher shop or a fine dining restaurant. It does both...to mixed results. It's the classiest butcher shop I have ever been in, and the most schizo restaurant, bar none. I would not bring a date here. 3 stars. Service-I walked in yesterday to look at a menu for lunch. Was not greeted after standing around for almost 10 minutes. I left without food. 1 star Food-Have gotten sausage, steak and lamb here in the past. Their cold case stands out. Good selection. The merguez, breakfast and brats that i had purchased all had good flavor and mouthfeel, but were unfortunately, extremely salty. Forbes is very expensive as well, compared to other butcher shops around Tucson, beef jerky is 40/lb. 2 stars

    Lunch menu
    Rey F.

    Might be one of my new favorite spots. Forbes Meat Market is a really unique place. It's both a butcher shop and a restaurant. There's a bar and they also have coolers where you can grab a drink like a soda, and they'll just add it to your bill if you're dining in. The staff was very friendly and attentive. I ordered a Caesar salad, hot honey chicken sandwich, steak frites, and chocolate cake, and everything was delicious. I'm already looking forward to coming back to try their breakfast.

    Seafood
    Eileen Q.

    First time here, and it definitely won't be our last! We were pleasantly surprised to find parking right up front on a packed Friday night. Even better, we were seated immediately. The atmosphere is casual and welcoming, and we were greeted right away by a friendly server who helped us get settled. My husband was starving, so we placed our order as soon as we sat down, and the food arrived within 15-20 minutes. The service throughout the evening was outstanding. Our water glasses were kept full, and our server checked on us regularly without being intrusive. We started with the smoked beets, which were absolutely incredible. I'll honestly be thinking about that dish for days! We also ordered the seafood platter with shrimp, crab claws, oysters, and three slices of sashimi. Everything on the platter was fresh and beautifully prepared. The oysters and sashimi were rich, creamy, buttery, and absolutely delicious. The steak frites was another standout. I was pleasantly surprised to see it featured picanha steak. It was packed with flavor, cooked perfectly, and incredibly tender. Overall, we had a fantastic dining experience with great food, attentive service, and a welcoming atmosphere. We can't wait to come back!

    Drought & Cocktails 7/2026
    Mike S.

    We were both hankering for beef and found ourselves close to downtown so we drove the scant 5 minutes to this near southside venue on a Wed evening around 6:30p without a reservation. There was only one parking spot in their side lot at that moment and, upon checking in, there was also only one table for two available, right beside the butcher/bar. It was a bit exposed to pedestrian traffic right at our elbows but, on this drizzly monsoon evening, we gratefully settled in. Service was expectedly a little slow but we weren't in a rush and promptly ordered red wine to bide our time (Rosario Vera Rioja $15/37). Steaks come with one side and one sauce: She ordered their 16oz ribeye ($60) with tallow fries and thyme butter and I got the 8oz hanger steak ($40) with mashed potatoes and pepper demi. Each was seared to "medium" at the staff's recommendation. The ribeye was classic/good and nicely de-boned too but, tbh, the deeply aged ribeye at Charro was a hair better. The tallow-fried fries were outstanding and, yes, categorically different than oil-fried. The show-stealer, however, was the hanger steak. almost as lean as a filet (which Forbes just deleted from their brand new summer menus launched last week - see pics) yet substantially more flavorful than the ultra tender fillet - very similar to the skirt and flank in terms of massive beef flavors. The thyme sauce was excellent with the ribeye, however the demi pepper was too salty and also overpowering for our steaks so we left it alone. Desserts were unique and super tempting but we did not have room... this time! Note: you can choose any steak from the case (including filet) and for 2-1/2 times the cost of the steak the kitchen will sear for consumption in the restaurant. Pretty cool. Staff was very knowledgeable about their offerings and attentive without interruption. The industrial loft venue is as invigorating as the entrees. We will be adding this restaurant to our rotation!

    Charming patio with great parking!
    Kathryn W.

    I got a chance to pop in today to see the recent expansion that they did and I love it! These guys definitely needed more seats and space cuz it was packed on a Saturday after noon for lunch. I love sitting at the bar especially when solo so I had no problem sliding in quickly. As always fast and friendly service, their whole staff is top notch and I love being able to watch the kitchen work and how open everything is. I am always here for the lobster roll and today was no different, stunning as always. I love the "box lunch" of a half ceaser /half fries that I added on the side . And I had possibly the best margarita I've had in awhile. The menu looks more official since last time , I know they add and subtract based on season and run lots of specials throughout the week. They always keep it fresh and interesting. If you haven't followed them on instagram yet or been in.. I do highly recommend both . High five to Mr. Forbes and his team.

    Frittes
    Melinda M.

    Wow. I couldn't decide whether a 4 or 5 star review is appropriate. The reviews on this place are spot on. Walking in, it's a bit confusing. There's no one to greet, nor a sign to state to wait to be seated. I saw a server and asked her and she lead me to a table. So, 4 stars for walking in. I was waiting on friend to show up. Our water glasses were filled and our server (Cory) asked if i wanted something to drink other than water (no). The place has a very industrial vibe and is very noisy (4 stars). Friend showed up and we looked at the somewhat limited menu. Cory took our orders. I ordered a (swordfish) fish sandwich with no bread and a side order of frittes (fries). Friend ordered the steak sandwich with condiments on the side. Looking around, one can see through the clear door as the butchers are breaking down the meats. There's a spot to shuck fresh oysters. There's a cooler with sides of beef and pork hanging and aging. along with cuts of meat, fish, and seafood. They had poke, different kinds of fish (amberjack which I've not seen outside of Florida)! There's a lot of wait staff, all in black with no name tags. The food arrived after about a ten minute wait. And the wait was worth it. The swordfish was done perfectly, juicy and tender. The swordfish was served with tartar sauce but it wasn't needed. The steak sandwich was just that, with the meat being steak worthy - tender and flavorful. The fries were AMAZING!!! Cooked in tallow, they were soft on the inside with a crusty outer shell. We ate every last one of them ((5 stars on the food). And 5 stars for Cory who was very busy but kept our water glasses filled and answered our questions. We talked to the owner for a bit. It was obvious that he has a passion for what he's got going on at this place. We'll go back for sure.

    Michael G.

    Busy spot south of downtown. Locals know the history of the business and the building. I guess it is or was a butcher shoppe. Small and busy. We had a Rez which was honored. Three of us had sandwiches. They do not plate or serve sides, you have to order and pay. The sandwiches looked very lonely on the plate. Everything was good. Attentive service. Coming from Campbell and River it took us 30 minutes. I doubt I would do that again.

    Back patio area
    julie k.

    A lovely patio lunch at Forbes. A bit chilly so they graciously lit the heater near our table which was lovely. Steak frites, steak sandwich and beet salad was the order and it was delicious. Espresso martini and a Negroni to quaff. So nice to see all the happy faces around us enjoying the food, weather and cocktails. The restaurant has a great menu and market for all your carnivorous needs, along with seafood, wine and pantry essentials like homemade stock! If you haven't been to Forbes yet I strongly encourage you to come and see what all the buzz is about. It's REALLY that good.

    Anthony Bourdain was the absolute best....
    Heidi H.

    If we could give Forbes six stars + we would! I've been following this business since the beginning on social media and we have had numerous friends say it's absolutely amazing. Ben Forbes and his crew are crafting culinary magic, and in my opinion, is one of the best restaurants in Tucson, and that's saying something for a city of gastronomy. I especially appreciate the local meat partnership, supporting area farmers and meat that is more healthy and sustainable. My husband and I parked easily in the neighborhood, paying attention to signs, and walked through the Barrio Viejo area. We approached the patio which had numerous gas heaters, looked cozy and classy. We walked around to the entrance on the south side of building and we were greeted by an employee shucking oysters which was super fun! I've lived in Seattle, DC, and have spent a lot of time eating/drinking through Portland, and that's the first time I've experienced that when walking into a restaurant! We were then escorted through the restaurant and the vibe is a mix of meat market, classy restaurant, and wine bar, with a nod to Anthony Bourdain (which I loved!) The patio is romantic, cozy with classy touches including the beautiful (maybe mesquite?) wood tables in various lengths. Our table for two was perfect. Our server was excellent, and helped us decide on all of our choices. The oysters were rich and a great starter. Their house made tartar sauce was excellent. We added the sashimi, which included salmon, tuna and yellowtail, all outstanding. I was craving mussels, so I ordered them and they were perfectly steamed. The semi-spicy sausage was delicious and the bits of corn added a lovely crunch. I paired the frittes, which were crispy, with just the right amount of salt. My husband ordered a buttery, cooked to perfection, NY strip with bone marrow mash potatoes. Just incredible. The finale to our amazing meal was some of the best cheesecake I we've ever had, orange, honey cheesecake, which was light, full of flavor and addicting! We are planning our next lunch, brunch and dinner there because we can't stop thinking about our experience! If you haven't been in yet, make a reservation now, and treat yourself!

    Steak and frites
    Desiree B.

    Always good and I always end up buying something from the shop too. LOL. The steak and frites is so good and tender, the tallow fries are crispy and very flavorful. The staff is always accommodating and friendly. Love eating and shopping here.

    Salmon portion is too small, maybe 2-3 oz? Salad is delicious but I still felt hungry
    Ernie J.

    We love Forbes! Best staff and great vibes. Love the owners passion! Always a good time and the food is always amazing. Best oysters! The ONLY thing I could fuss about is the portion size of my salmon...maybe 2 oz ...I need more protein than that ...but it was cooked perfectly..as was everyones steak at the table! (I won't dock stars for that because everything else was perfection.)

    Steak frites
    Jessica W.

    Really cool place that has a casual yet dressy vibe with quality food and excellent service. I've been here twice and was drawn to the steak frites both times. The beef tallow fries are so delicious and plentiful. The steak is delicious and such great quality. Alcohol isn't cheap but the beer selection is pretty cool. Definitely planning on coming back to try more dishes! Highly recommend for a date or group outing

    LG G.

    Hubs and I shared everything we ordered -- the strawberry salad, fish sandwich, and steak sandwich -- and they were so kind to cut everything in half for us, which we really appreciated. The inside has an industrial-style vibe and feels a little chaotic at first, but don't let that fool you -- the food was amazing. The service was excellent. We waited about 20 minutes for a table, and the food took a little while to come out, but it was absolutely worth it. Everything tasted fresh and flavorful. The standout for us was definitely the fish sandwich! We'll definitely be back to try the burger next time.

    Cinnamon roll

    See all

    Photo of Warren H.
    58
    38
    38

    27 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    23 days ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 2

    1 month ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    4 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Jackie A.
    10
    48
    69

    3 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Eileen Q.
    153
    200
    224

    2 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    22 days ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    23 days ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 months ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Paul Z.
    26
    70
    36

    22 days ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    6 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 1

    7 months ago

    Helpful 5
    Thanks 1
    Love this 6
    Oh no 0

    7 months ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Noe M.
    0
    27
    5

    6 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    8 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of LG G.
    0
    97
    242

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 day ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    13 days ago

    Amazing food, service is excellent ambiance is fun. My husband and I go there again and again, and we are never disappointed.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    6 months ago

    Helpful 6
    Thanks 0
    Love this 3
    Oh no 1

    5 months ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    11 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    16 days ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    7 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Had such a great experience here the food is delicious the service is great! You can purchase uncooked items to go. 10/10

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Helpful 3
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    8 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Trevor C.
    219
    1046
    18025

    10 months ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 2
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    1 month ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    9 months ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 2

    5 months ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    Page 1 of 5

    Ask the Community - Forbes Meat Company

    Are there any vegan options?

    Yes

    Do you take reservations?

    Yes! Please call the shop at 520-474-2714 to make a reservation.

    Do you have outside dining?

    Yes

    What hours do they start serving meals? Is it always open at 8am for breakfast?

    Fridays thru sundays only, open for brunch.

    View All 6 Questions

    You might also consider

    Sausage Shop Meat Market and Deli

    Sausage Shop Meat Market and Deli

    4.5
    (297 reviews)
    4.3 mi
    $$

    Listen everyone - this guy Kent makes the VERY BEST kielbasa EVER! I've eaten Polish sausages in…read moreChicago, Joliet, New York City, Kansas City, and other places known for Polish cuisine, and I have never had a kielbasa that tasted so perfect! We have family in Tucson, so when we're there I always pick up some of Kent's fresh Polish kielbasa. You are depriving yourself if you don't get some, and I would hate to see anyone deprive himself/herself of this delicious treat. Get over to Kent's Sausage Shop and get you some - all of his products are sedond to none, but this particular variety is uniquely exquisite. You will not be disappointed!

    So glad we discovered this long standing gem tucked away in a strip mall. Ordered several flavors…read moreof sausages, burgers and meatball on a stick (think beef kebab wrapped in bacon) and was equally pleased when we fixed all of this at home. Flavorful and tasty. They make their own sausages and smoke their meats. They carry various meats, cheeses and deli/ charcuterie items. They also have a deli where you can order a large selection of sandwiches and you get to pick from a decent selection of breads. No indoor seating but a few shaded tables outdoors. Prices are reasonable for the quality of the meats/ cheeses and flavors. I appreciated the staff labeling each flavor of sausage and packaging them separately. Will be returning.

    Photos
    Sausage Shop Meat Market and Deli
    The Griller
    The Griller
    The American dip

    See all

    The American dip

    Forbes Meat Company - meats - Updated August 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...