OK, I know I just reviewed this yesterday, but last night I got some Veal Chops from here and they were ridiculously good! If you're looking for a nice steak, go pick these up!! Right Now! read more

I was out and about in Kensington Market on Sunday to pick up a bunch of different items for Mother's Day dinner. Stepped into Sanagan's on a whim and picked up the some of the biggest, juiciest and appropriately spiced pork sausages. Fair price point and great customer service--these guys know their meat. read more

I feel like I am going back in time when I walk into Sanagan's. The strangely familiar smell, the sawdust on the floor and actual animals in the display cases are rarely seen anymore in today's plastic wrapped meat-counters. I love the attention I get when I visit them, and have ben happy with the product so far. read more

I have a great love of cooking, as such I genuinely enjoy the process of selecting the very best ingredients that I can find for my recipes. Sanagans has alway been a delightful experience for me. High quality food, beautiful cuts of meat. Spic and span clean, fabulous employes that really know their stuff. Great prices for what you get. I happily go out of my way to shop there & highly recommend this place! The Mediterranean lamb is superb and my first recommendation. read more

I've been buying from here for four years and I still love it so much. The house-made italian sausage, flank steak, kielbasa, salami, spicy meat sticks (spicy cabano?), and bone broth are some of my favourite things to eat from here. The points system is pretty awesome too (I've gotten like 3 rotisserie chickens and many sandwiches from my points lol). Thanks for all the wonderful meals and I wish your ticket stub machine a quick recovery read more

I purchased lamb sausages and Piri Piri chicken drumsticks. The sausages were incredibly fatty. I cooked a pound of them and ended up with 1 cup of orange fat. The chicken was not delicious and had a slimy mouthfeel. The staff was pleasant but the quality is not great. I won't be back. read more

Got poultry from Sanagan's for the first time today because my sister highly recommended them and I am so so glad I went because their produce quality is brilliant and so fresh. I called a day ahead to order my chickens to be skinless and cut into 8 pieces for curry and it was perfectly done and ready for pick up promptly. Everyone working their are super welcoming and very nice.. I felt very happy shopping at Sanagan's and will definitely return in the future and will recommend them to others! For 4 whole chickens the total came to around $56 read more

So many delicious options. We got wagyu beef and it was expensive AF but honestly amazingly good. A good alternative to St Lawrence Market (because of SLM shit hours). I would go back and try more options, I like their take a number system. read more

Recall when Sanagan's was just a tiny little hole in the wall?? Their new location in the old European Quality Meats is something to be seen! Anytime I've been in, the butchers are friendly, funny, knowledgable, and (Jason H, avert your eyes!) flirty. All this ALONG with being extremely helpful and thorough! These guys know their meat and are excited to talk about it, and to help you out. The prices are also quite good; very reasonable for the quality of meat and the portions. These guys have been my barbeque go-to all summer, and have never disappointed. read more

Wow. We came to the Meat Locker on two separate occasions. The first visit was random. We already had a bite to eat so only purchased nonperishables (beef jerky and an awesome tote bag). For our second visit - because the takeout menu was so alluring - (a few days later) we ordered the soup and sandwich combo. The Sunday Roast sammy was delish and was served on a (soft) sesame seed pretzel-like hamburger bun (I.e. it didn't fall apart with the heafty filling of roast beef, cheese and smothered mushroom and onions). The Lamb, Pork and Chickpea Curry soup was SO HEARTY AND DELICIOUS!! For $10 the combo served two (without busting the seams of our pant or our wallet) - score. Counter seating available only. read more

Sanagan's Meat Locker - Sunday Roast Combo - Meat Shops Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

This is one of those gems that flies a bit under the radar. Sanagan's is a bright, clean butcher that also serves sandwiches. The first order of business is fresh cuts of meat at their butcher counter. Everything is displayed beautifully- from beef to pork to lamb, etc., and prices here are commensurate with any grocery or major chain whose quality may not be as high. The other nice component here is the sandwich counter. They serve amazing sandwiches (the roast beef and the chicken salad are my two favourites), as well as great fries, soups and salads. Recently I tried a chick pea salad that was amazing. You also can't go wrong with the kale Caesar salad, especially if you like bacon. A sandwich and fries costs $11.50, while a sandwich and soup or salad costs $12.50. They have a small counter in the front window where you can eat lunch, provided that one of the 5-6 seats are available. read more

This review is for the Roast Chicken sandwich at the sandwich counter: I would have liked to order from the butcher counter but we were visiting from out of town and didn't have a way to prep any food. We opted for the roast chicken sandwich instead. The sandwich ($8.50) was huge and stuffed with a lot of roast chicken. I wasn't very impressed with the roast chicken itself though - I just didn't notice anything particularly flavorful or interesting about it. Just chicken. The crispy skin inside the sandwich made each bite a little more delightful than it would have been without it though. I'd love to come back someday and order from the butcher counter. For me, the sandwich counter is OK - not bad, just not rushing to get back there. read more

Went into the shop on Jan 16. Quized the fella at the counter about the quality of life of the capon chicken's, what they were fed, and the freshness. He answered knowledgeably. Did the same thing before purchasing the boar meat, and again he was very knowledgeable. Everything looks good in Sanagan's. Clean, well laid out, decorated, and affordable. The take away foods of soup and pasty's were also delicious, and there is space to sit and eat them in store. Only negative: You may smell like you were in a cooked food place when you leave, but not too badly. I'll be back. read more

I just cooked and ate a rack of lamb I bought from Sanagan's. Wow, it was the best rack of lamb I had (including one's I've had at fine restaurants.) What else can I say, it enticed me to write this review. Honestly I can't add too much to many of the previous reviewers. The meat is local, ethically raised, but does not carry any pretentious elitist overtones that plague many other local-organic establishments. I was not a regular before, I bought some Mennonite pork shoulder last year to make some mexican pulled pork. It tasted great, but hey, with all the spices and chipotle I put in it, it was hard to separate that cut from the herd. But the rack of lamb, it sold me. I'm going to become a regular. I'm still mostly too cheap to always buy local and/or organic. But I am realizing that it DOES taste better, and all the tree-hugging, planet-saving rhetoric, well it's just a bonus. The bottom line is, Sanagan does delver on the bottom line, priced right, tastes great, and you know these guys are passionate about their meat. read more

Bought a whole roasted chicken here, it was pretty good. The place is very busy on weekends, but the selection seems good. read more

This is my go to butcher shop downtown in the area I live/work. They have a fantastic selection of cuts of meat here, from beef, to pork, chicken, and lamb. Though it is busy, the service is fast and efficient. The staff is helpful when you need advice. i.e. sometimes I tell them what i want to cook and they will recommend what to buy. All the meats are labeled with which farms they come from. I've also found that the prices here are very reasonable. Sometimes I find that the prices are comparable to the meat from Loblaws (if not cheaper). My only criticism is that they do not often carry a selection of grass fed beef. read more

In terms of quality, Sanagan's is one of the top meat shops in the city. And yes, it's pricier than most meat counters. Great meats, lots of variety and some of the staff really know their cuts. I have no complaints about any of the meat I've bought here - the steaks are great, love the bacon (especially the fact that you can pick the number of strips you want), and the sandwich meat is top-notch (no slimy meat like at the chain grocery stores). Occasionally I eat lunch here, too. The last sandwich I ate here was a spicy jerk pork with mango salsa and mayo. To the naked eye it looked too small, but it was filling. A sandwich and drink (Pop Shoppe cola - garbage) was $10. They bring in bread from a local bakery (the name escapes me). I used the ciabatta to make an amazing loaf of garlic bread. Another time I bought a sourdough rye loaf and was not very happy with it. The staff is friendly and the service is usually quick. It gets busy sometimes, so there can be a bit of a longer wait. read more

Consistently excellent and friendly service, every time without fail. Knowledgeable and helpful staff. Excellent meat, I've never been disappointed whether it's steak, chicken, sausage, ground meat, burgers, etc. Always flavourful and tastes extra special, especially knowing its from Canadian farms who treat their animals right. It may be pricier then supermarket meat but you are paying for quality. It's good bang for your buck. I would highly recommend to anyone looking for consistently excellent meat product. read more

Sanagan's Meat Locker - Incredible grade aaa strip loin beef just seared 5 min a side in a smoking hot pan. Perfect - Meat Shops Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

I love this place endlessly. All of the staff are wonderfully friendly, polite and knowledgeable. I feel really confident asking them for advice on how to cook some meats, and they also offer suggestions for new types of cuts depending on a recipe or idea. The shop is cool, and the food from the sandwich bar is great. Most of all, they know where their meat comes from, and I think most if not all of it is local Ontario stuff. read more

This place has never let me down. It was convenient that it was a 30 second walk from my old apartment but I never left empty handed, or with more than I wanted. The meats are always fresh and even with a line leading out to the door, it always moved at a very fast and productive pace. The staff is always looking for a smile and a quick conversation while they prepare your order -- I have a crush on a few of them ngl You can taste the freshness (local) in their product and they have such a great selection of jarred pastes, mustards, jams etc. Wish I still lived in the city to get my meat&deli fresh. Oh, and the prepared foods are well priced and delicious. Always pick up a rotisserie chicken for rooftop picnics. read more

Hit or miss meat. I was disappointed enough time with their beef products in particular. For those prices you are much better off going to Oliffe in rosedale. read more

I am actually trying to reduce the amount of meat in my diet and so what I do choose to consume, I am trying to get away from factory farming for. All the staff at Sanagan's are a dream to speak with and ask questions of and patient when you want the piece that's closest to the glass underneath the first layer (sorry y'all). There are so many amazing products and farms associated with this place and I give it enthusiastic thumbs up. For vanity, when I bring a steak from Sanagan's to a friend's house for dinner, it's always the best steak they've ever had. So, there's that. read more

Generally speaking, I like this place. The staff are friendly, helpful, and on the ball. I would say this is the place to go if you're an average carnivore looking for a place that offers the basics with a few extra treats. It's not the place to go if you're a curious or experienced carnivore in search of the full gamut. They don't carry chicken backs, necks, or feet. And on the many occasions I have shopped here, they were out of something or other (like the genoa salami or chicken livers). It seems like everything is catered to the hipster (I know, it's Kensington) which would explain the higher price tag. That being said, I can always swing by my Portuguese butcher for these things, including a litre of pork fat for three dollars (they only carry one cup containers here for two dollars a pop). Overall, a clean place with quality fresh meat. And again, the staff are amazing. Try the house made pepperettes; they are perfect! read more

I stumbled on this shop when I recently returned to Toronto. I was looking for European Meats, a shop I knew in the past. I decided to give this little shop a try. I had tried several recommended butchers in North Toronto and liked them. But Sanagan's, Whoopee. I found gold. They are a little more expensive than those I sampled, but the meats and sausages are sooo good that it is worth the little extra and the travel down to Kensington, a place I love with fond memories. The chicken legs are clean and tasty. Sausages? I'm going to get fat as I'm eating them a bit too often now. The lamb? fantastic. Bacon? I can go on. Albert, North York. read more

The best butcher's place I've ever stepped into. This place has everything you need. Fresh, delicious, mostly organic! They also have a food bar that serves chicken, fries, and the likes. They have a few tables for you to sit and enjoy. Bit pricey but come here for meat to make a nice home cooked meal. read more

Great service and actually not as expensive as I figure they'd be. Everyone was very friendly and I got my order quickly. $13.30 pretax for four chicken legs. More expensive than No Frills, but what isn't? I cooked the chicken in a curry sauce, so I wasn't able to really say how great it was. It was tasty, and neatly cut. I'll come back next time I'm in the area to check out more of their stuff. read more

When it comes to a butcher shop you really can't compare with Sanagan's, these guys are the best at what they do and have just an amazing selection and if they don't have it chances are they can and will get it for you. Amazing quality and amazing service, they really are a cut above the rest and they have a great selection of condiments all made from local and small specialty companies which can really accompany your meal. Sanagan's also has an amazing sandwich counter with some of the best sandwiches in the city. read more

My favourite butcher in Toronto. They have an excellent selection of high-quality, local meat, and are usually able to accommodate my more eclectic tastes in meat (off-cuts, bones, fat, etc.). I usually buy things like beef cheeks, marrow bones and lard instead of boneless, skinless chicken breast. I've tried nearly every protein they have on offer - lamb, beef, pork, chicken, quail, goat, eggs, yogurt, cured meat, etc. In the summer, they also have a decent selection of grass-fed beef, but you usually have to ask if they have it in stock. Most of the meat and eggs they sell is pasture-raised - they will usually be able to tell you precisely how the animals are raised, and what they have been fed. The staff is great too - Peter Sanagan employs an enthusiastic team of food/meat-lovers who usually can help with preparation suggestions if needed. The prices are pretty reasonable for the quality, and since I do the rest of my shopping in the Market, I can save money on veggies and spend that money on higher quality protein. Their house-made sausages are delicious too - I love their breakfast sausages, and their pork taco sausages the most. Protip: if you love yogurt, try the plain buffalo milk yogurt they sell. It's out of this world! read more

I love coming to this place to purchase meat but did not have the opportunity to try out their food (although my friend is addicted to the burgers here). Prices here are not cheap but they're pretty reasonable compared to my usual butcher shop at Leslieville. I love the wide array of selection and their sausages are amazing! Would definitely recommend the Maple & 5 spice. Also had the opportunity to try their quail which was delicious. One more thing! Bought some of their stuffing (this might be seasonal as it was the week leading to Thanksgiving) and it was A-M-A-Z-I-NG! read more

LOVE this place and am SO excited about their impending move into the old European Meats space! Though I have to say their current tiny little bolt hole is cute as a button (well, as cute as a butcher's shop can be), but I'm looking forward to the expanded range and the sandwich counter! Oh yes. Really top-notch meat--their sausages are delicious--great service. Prices are more than you'd pay at the supermarket, but it's meat--why would you cheap out on that? read more

Meat shop is top notch... tons of room to shop around. These guys know their meats and are extremely helpful and will be honest with their responses. They even have LA-Kalbi cut meats for those who are interested in making the LA inspired korean short ribs. Very clean, helpful staff, excellent quality meats. VERY reasonably priced for the quality of the meats. read more

Delicious meat at competitive prices - what else is there to say? Whole heartedly recommend shopping here if at Kensington. Chinese-style short ribs? Yes please! There is also a "street food style" counter on the right hand side, however I have never eaten there. I often see them doing food prep while I am in here in mornings and it looks delicious but I cannot vouch for the quality. read more

I have now made going to Sanagan's a weekly thing. I love going and picking out what I know is good quality meat. It's important to me to know that what I choose is local and that I can find grass fed/organic/free run meats there. The maple syrup sausages are my favourite! The staff are super friendly and seem very knowledgeable. I make pretty basic meals, but I've heard them chatting with other customers about how to prepare their choice of meats. I really like that they now serve lunch and anything I've tried has been really yummy! Keep up the great work :) read more

Lucky me for being close to Kensington Market. If I wasn't, I would still visit this place. Sanagan's is my go-to place for good quality meat sourced from small farms. A fave thing about that place is the people who work there there. They are friendly and knowledgeable. In addition to quality meat, they have a side dedicated to take away food. I have only had positive experiences with their sandwiches, soups and salads that rotate on a daily basis. They are very busy on the weekends so I try to avoid that time. read more

I went to Sanagans because I want to support Kensington and I really liked the owners story on his website. I stepped through the doors at 8am this Saturday morning and found it empty. The counter staff were absolutely uninterested in serving me. Product knowledge was poor and the feeling I got was - sell him and get him outta here quick. Food is an experience and mine at Sanagan's has been less than satisfactory. An organisations DNA are its staff, and this ones is below standard. Never going here again. read more

Excellent prices for superb quality! Great selection of raw sausage, including wild boar & beef bacon (my favorite). They have a small selection of cured meats (mini pepperettes are excellent!) and ready to go meals, including tasty rotisserie chickens. They use an effective number system and their knowledgeable staff are quick & efficient. When you roast a small whole chicken from S.M.L. it comes out the small size, no water, no hormones & only about $10! read more

This place has the BEST pulled pork sandwich I've ever tasted. Epic bun, perfectly crusty on the outside, heaping piles of delicious pulled pork marinated in an amazing sauce, crispy fresh slaw and crunchy sliced pickles... Having a bite of this sandwich is like having a damn orgasm. I'm not even exaggerating... and it comes to under $10 with tax. I've paid $20 in high priced sandwich shops for pulled pork that can't hold a CANDLE to this. I will eat one every day. I really will. :D read more

I stopped here on the Savour Toronto Kensington Krawl and came back after it was over to buy some bacon for breakfast the next morning. The bacon was expensive, but it was delicious maple cured variety. The line was long all day- from what I could tell the ticket queue had restarted at LEAST twice. But they rolled with it and assisted everyone with friendly service. read more

Sanagans is a staple in Kensington and rightfully so! Their selections are great and reasonably priced. The staff are friendly, knowledgeable, and there are always a few people working so I never have to wait in line. I love stopping in here to peruse and always leave with something great. read more

Super fresh. Great service. You never have to wait long. Nice supporting a neighbourhood business. Overpriced compared to others, however.