The butcher's block is my place to go when I want the best fresh meat around and they have a frozen compartment with meats I do not find anywhere else. For a party of 28 last Sunday I ordered a Porchetta and a beef tenderloin. I followed the direction I was given for the cooking, It was just plain awesome, both very tender meat, perfectly cooked. Everyone in my party was raving about how succulent it was. Thank you Butcher's Block read more

The market itself is a Sarasota institution known for pairing custom cut prime meats with a massive selection of fine wines and gourmet foods. I was there for the wine, I might have bought some potato salad. ​You step off the burning Sarasota asphalt into a cool, carpeted room that smells like cold cut steaks, smoked bacon fat, and the damp oak of expensive wine barrels. It's quiet inside, the kind of quiet that lets a man hear his own thoughts, whether he wants to or not, typically I fo not care to hear the committee as I so affectionately refer to the voices. ​On one side, you've got cold glass cases packed with raw red beef, house made sausage, and thick-cut slab bacon. On the other side, row after row of Cabernet and Pinot sit under green lamps, lined up on blonde wood racks like a legion of dark bottles ready to take the edge off a hot Florida evening. Up in the back room, behind a pair of doors under a small, glittering chandelier, they keep the high-dollar stuff Opus, Ridge, Cabernets that costs more than a ome poor slobs week's wages. High-end grapes waiting on a wooden barrel for somebody with too much money in his pocket. ​It's half butcher shop, half high class cellar, all clean carpet and quiet business. You can pick out a prime ribeye, grab a bottle of deep red to drown the heat, and head back out to the parking lot before the sun burns through your shirt. A solid joint. Get your meat, grab your wine, and get out into the shade. read more

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I'm handicap and bring my order right out to car. Beautiful store, great staff, and wonderful items many choices!

The best meats, great selection of wines, spotless environment and great helpful people.

I have never left a review in my life. I was at the butcher block yesterday and I was looking for wine. The owner suggested a Cabernet from Far Niente and because I love Ferante from years ago, I bought a bottle. I haven't tried it yet, but I went on Far Niente and it was $20 more than the butcher block. This is the only place I'm going to buy wine from now on. read more

This place is awesome! I by far am no chef/cook and I went in there having no clue what I needed, just a recipe. Their staff was so kind and helpful and took the time to explain to me what to do and what type of wine to go with my meal. The cut of meat they provided was excellent-my meal turned out fantastic thanks to their help! They cut the meat perfectly so I had the best piece for my Beef Wellington. The rest he cut into Filets, which were fantastic! read more

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Just attended the wine event at butcher block. The owner came outside, ripped our glasses (that we ASKED if we could take out front and that HIS establishment gave us) and threw them on the ground and yelled at us- 4 times. The owner not only yelled at us but aggressively took glasses (that are usually included in the ticket price) in our hands and threw them in the lot then said "yes I am an asshole." DO NOT RECOMMEND. Though everything inside looks enticing the owner himself is a horrible person and sadly drives everything down. PS he was incredibly nice earlier but was pouring drinks and then drove off erratically. read more

I've been looking to buy chicken necks to use as bait for blue crabbing. I called the Butcher Block and was advised they carry them frozen! I immediately headed over to find a surprisingly stocked store with not only quality meats but also an excellent selection of wines cheeses and seafood. They carry back-fin and claw crab meat that was very reasonably priced in addition to a wide selection of charcuterie items, including foie gras! I highly recommend The Butcher Block! read more

Attended a wine event there tonight. I have never felt more scared or uncomfortable in my life. We enjoyed a wonderful wine event, as we were leaving the owner, Scott, came out yelling at our about wine glasses, that we were informed we could bring out, and Scott literally tore them out of our hands and threw the wine on the ground, almost hitting us in with the wine. He then proceeded to tell us that we were stealing from him. He then proceeded to yell at us, including curse words. I will NEVER return there. He does a forks and corks event every year. Please do not go, do not support an owner who yells at 4 woman alone, outside of his establishment. read more

Fantastic high quality meats, wine and more. Definitely my go to for meats. Way better than any grocery chair. Whole food has really gone downhill on quality. read more

I MUST tell you about this terrific store! Their meat (beef, pork, chicken, lamb, seafood, and more) and the clever variety of cuts (like tomahawks!) makes shopping FuN! WAIT: There's more! Cheeses, processed meats, olives, and WINES! And there's MORE! They also sell ready-to-eat meals! Grilled Brussels sprouts, pickled eggs, deviled eggs, meat salads (tuna, chicken), Shepherd's pie, Chicken casserole, Meatloaf, Meatballs, Twice-baked potatoes - and DESSERTS (individual Key Lime pies, Molten Lava bundt cakes, cookies)! Many of their foods are prepared on-site. I've not even mentioned their FRESH PRODUCE (peppers, onions, eggs, squash)! And bottled SAUCES, rubs, spices from around the world. While we don't have a "Green Egg" BBQ, they are a distributor of all things "Green:" racks, tools/utensils, as well as the grills themselves. read more

Their turkeys are amazing! I prepared a fresh 20 lb turkey for thanksgiving and served 14 people. Everyone raved about how tender the turkey was and some commented it was the best turkey they had ever tasted. I will order again for other holidays. Order early! read more

So many delicious options here, for both vegetarians and carnivores. I often buy whatever salmon preparation they are offering, always good. They make their salads and sides in house, again always fresh and delicious. They also sell fresh marinara sauce and fresh pasta. They always have a small assortment of fresh vegetables to round out your meal. You can pick up a bottle of wine while you're there. It's one stop shopping for your dinner, but no lines. Highly recommended. read more

On saturdays they smoke ribs for take out. Some of the best ribs I have ever eaten. Meaty and lean. Tender with a bit of a chew. Great ribs. Call in advance to reserve a rack. Not inexpensive but well worth it I'm n sarasota on vacation without a grill but their meat looks great and they have a great assortment of wines. A really great assortment of better wines v Enjoy the ribs they are great read more

Best selection of wines in Sarasota. ...see Scott! Stan, and his son Scott, have created a wine lover's paradise here. They have great wines, at very fair prices. They gat the winemakers to come in for private tastings to their elite clientele. Plus, the best butcher and gourmet foods shop in town. read more

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Lazy staff. Just stood around talking to each other. None of the meats are marked what USDA designation they have. If you are there for seafood, they have salmon and shrimp. That's it. Paid $31 for a fillet and not even sure if it is prime. Will never return. read more

The Butcher's Block - A filet mignon but do not have any USDA grading. Probably paid way too much for a choice or select. - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

Amazing wine selection and great tiramisu. Very impressed with quality and choice of prepared food. Definitely recommend.

My friends and I attended the Wine, Women & Shoes wine tasting last evening, benefiting Forty Carrots. It was a great event, 5:30-7:30. At 7:30 we paid for a fair amount of food and wine, all on one bill to make it easier for the staff and stepped outside to wait for our Uber. At many wine tastings you receive the glass as a "souvenir" - and since two of us had a small amount of wine left, my friend asked if we could step outside with it, as it was clear they were trying to close. Once we were on the sidewalk directly in front of the doors (so fewer than five feet from the door), the owner came out and aggressively yanked the glasses out of our hands (mine was literally at my face), accusing us of steeling and calling us names. He never calmly said a word to us as we definitely would have apologized and walked our two glasses inside. The owner's behavior was aggressive, rude, unnecessary and frightening - all toward four women, and witnessed by a few others. I'm simply shocked - and will never again go to Butchers Block. read more

Wine selection terrific, meatballs delicious, meat selection and gourmet items great. Staff courteous, caring and helpful. read more

DAMNN.... This was some bomb steak. Pretty well organized meat market with helpful staff who led me in the direction of the Korean steak tips which were delicious! They had plenty of flavor options and can't wait to try some of the other seasoned steak. I will say the prices are $18.99 a pound which is a bit much but SO worth it every once in a while! Will for sure be back!!!! read more

Great service and nice selection. They had a nice assortment of wine in addition to their quality meats and seafood. Definitely recommend!

It's place is outstanding wow beautiful inside great selection of meats and hard to find things like ground lamb.they have a super good selection of wines and sell many sizes of the green egg cookers. They also have prepared foods. I was very pleased with the service and how amazing it was inside super clean.I highly recommended checking the store out. read more

Pricey and the food is underwhelming the wine selection great desserts good but I've had more selection and better food in common markets for less. read more

This is a real Sarasota institution. They've been here longer than I have! The big thing here is the customer service and the great selection of wines. Get on their mailing list as they have wine tastings during the year and it is a great chance to meet winemakers and sample some amazing products. While you are looking over the wine, be sure to try out the great meats. I've also enjoyed their lasagna and other prepared foods. Sausages are great. When in this part of Sarasota, stop in and try things out. The parking lot is a little small and cramp so watch out for that. read more

Couldn't recommend higher! One of the best Boutique meat shops I've been to in awhile. Fantastic wine selection and amazing selection of meat and cheeses. As well as Ready to cook dishes. Most importantly there is somebody there who is willing and eager to explain the selection. P.S. the prices are really really competitive. Was shocked at how inexpensive things were. Clearly not out to gouge people. read more

Just called to ask about the type of wagyu they carry and asked, "do you carry American wagyu or Japanese wagyu" and the lady working responds "Um, wagyu is American" with a truly condescending tone as if i don't know what I'm talking about. Well of course im thinking, wagyu literally means Japanese cow, so the fact that she's going to tell me what wagyu "is" as if I didn't know what im calling for is ridiculous read more

All meats are rated as prime or better which means a lot for food quality. Most groceries offer choice at best. I wanted one of each from the offerings. The wine selection is extensive (you don't need to spend a fortune for a very good wine) so be adventurous. The choices from the inner aisles are great for finding jams, preserves, grains and pastas to team with your choice of protein. You aren't paying for restaurant prices so splurge a bit and have fun cooking a great meal. read more

Not Good but great selection of Steak,Beef, Chuck, Lamb Chops pate, Cheese etc...........Other cuts like Liver available & a superb wine selection, Tremendous choices compared to mass supermarkets, well worth the trip & we will be back often. read more

Stan McGowan, What can I say? You're the man! Great quality, selection, excellent beers & wines. Clean, organized, and perfectly lit. After the way you treated me this morning, i'll not only be back, again and again, but I'm going to tell all my friends to go there! If only other businesses had this good of customer service...because without that there is no chance for success. 4 Stars for having the sense to know how to treat your customers. Godspeed. read more

If you are a veteran STAY AWAY! This past Friday I attended a meeting on University Avenue for some preliminary planning of the Memorial Day tribute we put on each year at Patriot Plaza. On my way home I saw the Butcher Block sign as I made a left. I was tired and hungry so I decided to stop in. I saw some bottles of wine on a table up front that said 1/2 price. The label on the wine had a brand name with just two large capital letters in black "AM". I bought one bottle. On my way home, as I lived twenty minutes from the store, I was thinking how on Veterans Day I could honor some of the veterans that will not be around much longer due to age and infirmities. I decided that if that wine was any good I would doctor the wine label up by adding an "M" & "Y" so it said "ARMY". I would cook up some chili and cornbread and head out in search of combat wounded Army veterans in the Sarasota area in the various facilities. I would just sit and let them talk about whatever they wanted to talk about and honor them. I myself am a combat wounded veteran and also a former platoon sergeant as well as a drill sergeant. I have men that I commanded in battle buried in Arlington Cemetery where I will eventually be interred. Yesterday I went back to the store to purchase the remaining bottles and see if I could get a discount of maybe twenty percent. I was trying to keep the cost down so when these humble men I was going to visit would refuse the gift I could say hey, the cornbread, chili and wine cost less than $10. I went there at 3:30 in the afternoon and the store was deserted except for one person talking to someone in front of the counter. Turns out one of the two was the owner whom I asked for. The other person then left leaving myself and the owner as the only two people in the store. There were nine bottles left on the table. I then told the told briefly in an opening sentence that I was going to visit veterans and lifted up my hand to show him the official case of my Purple Heart, emblazoned on the top in gold letters "United States of America". I told him what was in the case and was going to open it and show it to him. It has my name on the back of the medal. I brought my license in too to prove who I was and to show that I was not trying to scam anyone. He glanced down and then looked up at me quickly with a "so what look" and what do you want look. He had no interest in looking at and holding the most sacred of decorations in the military which can only be awarded by being killed or wounded in battle. It is the only award that does not have to be recommended by an officer. He had no interest in what I wanted to do, none. As he was impatient and I only stated partially in one sentence summarizing what I wanted to do and saw he was getting more impatient and wanted me, I guess, to ask him questions concerning the products in his store. I then asked if he could give me a discount on the remaining nine "AM" bottles. Immediately he said no they are at half price now! There were no customers in the store except me! Not a one! He could not care less about even listening to me. The whole interaction took less than thirty seconds. I turned away from him and walked away and said "Have a nice Veteran's Day". He said to me as I got to the front door, not moving an inch from where he was standing, "You are going there?", which confirmed he was not deaf when I attempted to tell him what I wanted to do. I sat in my car for twenty or so seconds right in front of the door to see if he would think about how he behaved. I had backed my SUV right up to the front door with my Purple Heart plates on it as more proof that it I was not scamming. I left and went on home. I was going to write something up as appreciation for their probably $20 discount on a $100 order. Instead, I am writing this. If you are a veteran STAY AWAY! You have other choices besides this establishment that care about the sacrifices people have made including the ultimate sacrifice! read more

The best butcher ever, my wife and I were welcomed as soon as we arrived and was asked if we needed any help, at that time we stated that we were just looking. As we looked around we saw that it was some of the best meats and supplies that we if ever seen in one store. Scott helped us with any questions and was very knowledgeable in all aspects of the store, plus he was very friendly and we felt as we were talking to people that we had known for years. It was the 4th of July, so we picked out some wine, aged Cowboy steaks, Hamburger, and Amish bacon. When we got home we tasted the hamburger, and the bacon, and it was the best we have ever tasted. We cooked to steaks for dinner, and feel that we would have had to go to a 5 star restaurant to get such a quality steaks. All and all, we have found our butcher and don't need to go anywhere else. Thank you to the Butcher Block for making feel like your family. read more

Had been to Sarasota many times, to visit my in-laws, they could never put me in the direction of a good butcher. Butchers block yesterday picked up 4 porterhouse steaks and a large salmon fillet. Everybody behind the counter was great, smart and personable.. A wonderful atmosphere was great culinary odds and ends. Steaks were awesome, salmon as well. Highly recommend. read more

Best meat in and around Sarasota! Morten's can keep up, but is much more pricy! This family owned and operated business belongs to the best of its kind. Besides a fantastic meat quality they have a great selection of wines, not just US but from around the world. Try the homemade Bratwurst or the thick sliced bacon, it's simply outstanding! The steaks are aged to perfection. It's worthwhile driving the extra miles, you won't regret and keep coming back! Enjoy! read more

I bought filet mignon from here and I was one of the best, rare ..medium rare..you can almost cut it with just a fork.

Love this shop. Their selection of wines is incredible, the deli is great and the items freshly made. When I'm there I pick up uncooked Chicken Cordon Blue and cook it at home. If they don't have it, they make it for me right on the spot! read more

First thing I wanted to do after we moved from Michigan to this area was to find a meat market. I do not like to buy grocery store prepackaged meat. My first trip here I met Scott. The meat from fresh ground chuck to rib steaks to pork chop and bacon is fantastic. The next time back Scott remembered me and created a place I love to come back to. I highly recommend the rib steaks. read more

I was driving down 17 street and saw smoke coming from the Butcher Block building. I thought the place was on fire. Had to pull in and saw someone cooking hamburgers on a Big Green Egg. Turned out to be Scott, the owner promoting his products. Guess they do it every Tues for lunch. Had to have a burger. Smelled awesome. It was so good that the Next day my wife and I went down there and bought a Big Green Egg with lots of add ons. My only regret is not buying one sooner. This grill is amazing. Guaranteed for life. Scott and company shine in this family owned business. Meats are over the top and most of it is prime cuts. Great wine selection and staff has some sincere recommendations. Prices right there with the big boys. This place is my new butcher/wine shop. read more

Excellent selection of prime, choice meats and worth the trip up from Venice! Fast and friendly service, I highly recommend :)

What a find! I did not know about this place until I started looking for a replacement for Publix meats, that are disappointing. I only buy the Greenwise, but still it's not that good. Now I found a great place to buy meats, and they even sell Prime! Also, wonderful selection of cheese and special items. Great prices for superior products in my opinion. read more

Wow, what an amazing place! I can see why they are known as a Platinum Dealer for the Big Green Egg. I received exceptional service from Glen! He stepped me through the process to obtain a replacement part for my large geen egg that was under warranty. Glen's customer service was second to none. Thanks Glen! read more