Three generations of my family have shopped here--my grandparents, my parents, and now me. Their "Irish Beef" and "Congressional" sandwiches are truly life-changing. The roast beef and pork tenderloin are seasoned just right and roasted to perfection. But what really sets this place apart is the way they treat you. They know their customers by name and make you feel like part of the family every time you walk through the door. read more

Karl Ehmer Meats - Irish Beef - Grocery Near Me - Allentown, Pennsylvania

What a nice place. Authentic German meat market. Met the owner who was a great guy who gave excellent service. Everything I asked about he let me try. We got three sandwiches, bologna, and two turkey on rye. They were great. Also got some dried sausages that were excellent too! They have all the favorite German meats and specialities. Great hometown place! Go support them!! read more

The service here is second to none. The butchered meats are second to none. They do not sacrifice quality for price. The sausages, wursts, and franks and simply the best. This is one of the few places that still gives the personal touch of times gone by. Come here as a stranger, leave as a friend. Come here a few times, and you feel like family. read more

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Easy Parking,friendly staff and a great experience. This is a hidden gem that is a must do when you are hungry and looking for a great sandwich. I had the Bismarck which is Smoked Bratwurst, Kraut, Swiss & Mustard. The sandwich is HUGE !!! You will not be disappointed. read more

Simply delicious....the sandwiches are crazy good I've lived in Allentown for a long time and I decided to try this place... I regret not going in earlier as a native New Yorker I know good deli's and this is definitely a good one.. the roast beef sandwich with official German Horseradish is hands down amazing and they don't skimp on the cold cuts...meaty and well balanced; I will be trying all the other selection of sandwiches they have..don't waste your time and money on average sandwiches..a freshly sliced well prepared sandwich is the way to go and don't forget the friendly service they have..just a hidden gem in Allentown.. trust me give them a shot.. don't make the same mistake I made..don't miss out read more

Sandwich was delicious. It hit the spot. I would eat here again. Great customer service. read more

Karl Ehmer Meats - #10 box lunch. Smoked turkey on a Kaiser roll with mayo, lettuce, & provolone. Side of kettle chips - Grocery Near Me - Allentown, Pennsylvania

Holy cow, these guys "get it". They do great kielbasa & brats, and totally understand how to manage a great customer experience, even in the time of Covid. Definitely worth checking out! read more

This place is pretty amazing!!! First let me say the meat is very fresh, I have been there twice and each time I walked in they were pulling a fresh pork it beef out the oven. Part of my reason for giving 4 stars is that every time I walked in this place it smelled so amazing. I have ordered sandwiches each time I went and and the sandwiches have been amazing. I got spicy turkey the first time and roast beef the second time and the meet and bread was so fresh!!! The prices are great, most sandwiches are 5 dollars and you get a big sandwich!!! My reasoning for 4 stars and not 5 is because they are a little slow, each time I went the ladies did an amazing job of making the sandwiches but if they did a little less talking they would be a lot quicker. read more

Customer service, portions, quality, this place checks all the boxes! Son moved to the area, and we made a day trip to visit. We try to find local places and we nailed. The kielbasa is made in house, as are the brats and other sausages. They also carry well know hard to find quality sausages. Grabbed a bit of everything. Ordered a couple of sandwiches. Beautiful Kaiser rolls and plenty of meats on the roll. Meat was cut when the sandwich was ordered! Nice assortment of European snack, cookies and mixes. Will return with a cooler. read more

My family has been coming hear for years....and the quality truly is second to none. All in all....this is a German grocery store; you will find many items which are imported.....but the meats are what have people coming back over and over. They have many traditional meats yo would get at any regular meat department, and German specialties like brats and the like. All excellent (trust me....I've had them all MORE than once). read more

German sausage, saurkaut, and all things sausage and deli. Enjoyable experience. Talked to the lady at the counter and she told us the story of the store. They have a tent at Musikfest, and we found the same sausage they served at the event. Awesome. Very fresh meats and the service is great. I will be back when the craving returns. read more

Just a great old-school Deli/Butcher. Very helpful staff - had a great conversation with the owner (I believe) Leo, who talked about some local history, what restaurants around town he is a fan of and who uses his products. Purchased quite possibly the best Irish Black Pudding (thats blood sausage with a nicer name) I've ever had. Really, they dont make 'em like this anymore! read more

I am of German heritage and lived in Bavarian during HS summers. This is genuine German butcher shoppe. Fresh, quality provisions and terrific customer service and the owners are very friendly. read more

Can't BEAT the Meat! Salads, rolls, etc. Lots of German stuff I can't remember! And I am not full of their baloney! Great service, but don't shop on Mondays! They are closed! If you can find a beef with this place, you are eating it! I asked for 3 pounds of hamburger, I wanted about a pound for each meal, and they wrapped each one separate. If I were you, I would STEAK this place out! And that's no bull. Well, maybe there is a bull. We are talking about a meat store! I have to admit, I do know the owner pretty well, so maybe I am a little prejudiced! read more

For fresh sandwiches and deli meats this place is amazing. A bit pricy but you definately get what you pay for. German style meats awsome

Everything you need to get your German on. Brats, kraut, curry ketchup, lebkuchen, etc. A taste of der faterland.

Amazing place! It is a culinary feast and should be on everyone's to do list. There aren't enough adjectives to describe the quality and taste of their products. The service is exceptional and the variety of German staples is a delight. Stop by and see and taste for yourself. I might run into you! read more

Thank you yelp, what a great find. Fantastic selection of meats, brats and all other delites Germans crave. Could have dropped a boat load of cash on all the delicious items I saw, but had to restrain myself from going overboard. But, I'll be back. :D read more

I've been a customer of this great butcher shop & deli on Union Blvd for decades. Old world attention to detail, flavor and craftsmanship.

karl ehmer is the true german deli meat store i am 75 yrs young and have eating there products since they were on freshpond road in ridgewood ny were the products were made they have so many types of wurst you can enjoy hams,buts,landyagers are the best you can get for over 50 yrs they still remain king of wurst and ridgewood was the birthplace of many great butcher shops read more

Here they have a passion for serving the most delicious meats possible! My family has bought our meats, poultry and deli items from 'Ehmer's" since the early 1990's and still today, they serve the freshest, the most delightful and surprisingly enough, affordable meats around comparably. Sliced rare Roast beef, Knishes and Natural Beef Hot Dogs! Their freshly cut cold cuts really make a "sandwich" for lunch a real "Lunch" The staff, well they treat you like family. Best butcher in Pennsylvania! read more

Simply delicious sandwiches! I take everyone I know there for a good bite. You get your moneys worth and the service is great :)