This is my go-to place for grabbing fresh meat with decent prices. They also carry pork bellies…read morewhich other stores don't usually store. I like that they also have fresh cheese, veggies, and some misc items which are super helpful for last-minute bbq sessions. Hopefully they stay open as they always left me satisfied with their meat selections!

First time at McKinnon's for a last minute purchase of ground beef and pork for meatballs. I left…read morewith not only that, but fresh green beans, pre-sliced onions and peppers, and makings for marinara. Nice selection of fresh and frozen meat, fresh produce and a small array of canned goods and condiments. Service was friendly and pricing reasonable.

Went here for the first time yesterday and was so glad I did! Really cute shop with plenty of…read moreprepared foods (salads, pasta salad, potato salad, etc.), snacks, and baked goods. The store was clean and spacious. Plenty of good looking sausages and meats to bring home for cooking, but I came to grab some lunch. I got the prosciutto lovers and was happy with my choice. The bread was soft and a good texture. The sandwich had prosciutto, fresh mozz, basil leaves, tomatoes, and was seasoned with salt, pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil. Was it the most amazing sandwich I'd ever tasted? Nah, it was standard, but for less than $13 for a sandwich that was longer than my forearm, it was a fantastic deal. Service was speedy and the two folks who helped me out were friendly. There were two people in front of me, but I was in and out in about 5 minutes. Looking forward to trying their other sandwiches!

My relationship with Idris at the Meat Spot was born out of friendly banter about food and a need…read moreto become friends with a reputable butcher. It is not the lack of familiarity with butchery (which I have a lot of experience with) but the better access to higher quality meats and very specific cuts. This we spoke of, this we laughed about, and a simple friendship started. He is a *very* nice individual and truly genuine to all his customers as far as I've observed each time I visit. He learns each one and responds in a unique way to them. With me, it came down to the meats. First time, I simply told him that I wanted to grill chicken and wanted to taste his take on it. He grabbed a pack of chicken leg quarters from the display case and said he'd be right back. About 5 minutes later, I received 6 massive butterflied legs exposing bone and seasoned heavily to be ready for the grill in an hour. He pulled up one of his house cured sausages to go together with the chicken. His smile in the moment sold it. Hours later, I'll just say that his take on it all was worth the visit and more after. I'm a fan and I really like the ability to order specialty cuts if I called first. I like that I can walk in and ask for something not in the display box that if he has the ingredient, would churn out in an instant (ask for really lean ground lamb and he did that on the spot). I like that he remembers people and treats them in a genuine manner every time. I love that everything is fresh and that the prices are really reasonable. And I like more than anything else the words, "my friend, where have you been? I was worried." Idris, thank you for being that butcher I needed in my life. Cheers!

We did a good to go order of food they other wise would have been wasted.... the chicken, noodles,…read morerice was so good... there also was Cesar salad and black beans included... will definitly be trying some other menu items...

No frills place to get Brazilian churrasco and sides. Food is fresh and tasty. Don't get the meat…read morewell done, it will be dry, pick cuts with fat, the fraldinha or skirt steak is my go-to along with the chicken hearts (these you should get well done!). This place has been around for along time and is a good place to get Brazilian food. Only down side is no parking.

We came here for my dad's birthday and just as a caveat, I'm not really into Brazilian…read moresteakhouses/AYCE in general. Just as an FYI, the bottled waters on the table are not free. There are options for AYCE as well as by weight, and if you do by weight you have to weigh everything you get at the side buffet and only get meat from the counter, so we opted for AYCE because that seemed cumbersome. The service here was friendly and attentive and as long as your token is green, the meat literally comes nonstop! I really liked their sides and salads, especially the plantains and fresh fruits. The meats were perfectly done and though they didn't really ask, all my pieces were medium/medium rare which is how I like it. The cut that was infused with garlic was really good, as were the sirloin and the chicken hearts and spicy pork sausages. Some pieces were very salty, but I'm pretty sensitive to salt. The grilled pineapple was luscious. If we didn't already have cake waiting for us at home, I would have definitely indulged in some tres leches or lime cake. They ended the meal with cooked cheese dipped in honey or guava sauce which was interesting. The fresh fruit at the salad bar was really refreshing. I probably wouldn't come back because it's just way too much meat/food for me and not my usual favorite (also rather pricey for dinner/weekends). However, my family had a great meal here and I think it's definitely a step up from fogo de chao in terms of quality and service. If you're into Brazilian steakhouses (or steak in general) I would highly recommend this place.

I was very pleasantly surprised. All the meat that was brought to the table was very juicy and they…read morecome at a fast pace. They are friendly when they come by. The picanha and the lamb were my favorite but all the cuts of meat were good. The selection from the buffet was nice. It had more options than I expected and they even brought more delicious unique breads to the table (probably to fill you up faster). Only a few seafood options but all very tasty and refreshing. I was so full by the end I didn't even have room for the pineapple or to finish the grilled cheese, let alone even consider a dessert. They also served chicken hearts at my request. The decor and setting was much more fine dining style than I expected from the outside.

My Mom was a loyal Savenor's customer back in the day, when we lived nearby when my Dad attended…read moreHarvard Medical School in Cambridge MA. I always remember the wonderful stories of my Mom running into the famous Julia Child (she's 6 feet tall!!) who was 'French Chef' on WGBH TV to all of the Homemaker cooks de cuisine Française in 1970s America. Thank you and God bless you, Savenor's for lasting so long, and most of all, Chef Julia Child who blessed us mere mortals with the Art of French Cooking! You were a pioneer and role model. My Mom gave me my first cookbook a labor of love co-authored by Julia Child and Simone Beck "Mastering the Art of French Cooking" as a gift. I did at least learn how to prepare a proper omelette, and once, a good Hollandaise! Bon Appétit!

I have in the past shopped only at Savenor's. Since reaching 83 years old everything is more…read moredifficult and I am very happy to see Savenor's on Kirkland St has a website! However I am having difficulty viewing photos of Christmas meats. Believe me if you want quality and remember Julia Child shopped here, you are a fan!

Family took me to this excellent spot - Sabor Do Brasil, for a quick bite to take something to go…read more We ordered Sirloin, Steak tips and Lamb. The place is small and welcoming. Cafeteria/buffet style where your order will weighed. Staff told us they have been in business for about 10 years, I enjoyed my experience. The meat was exceptionally flavorful! I shall return for more than a quick bite, a whole dinner with sides. Cheers!~

**Sabor do Brazil Spicy Sausage 4/5…read moreGarlic Picanha 4/5 Regular Picanha 4/5 Oxtail 4/5 Jasmine Rice 4/5 This is a tiny hole in the wall Brazilian BBQ place. A hidden gem from my perspective. It's nothing fancy, sometimes a little hard to communicate with the cashier but they are great people and have great food. The Food~ The spicy sausage is juicy and rich with a bit of a kick. The garlic and regular Picanha meat are also soft and tender. The crusty skin with the garlic and salt bits mends well with the meat. Paired together with the jasmine butter rice neutralizes the saltiness and pulls you back for more. The oxtail and soup is also very good. The warm soup with the tender oxtail paired again with the rice is the perfect combo. There wasn't a lot of vegetable options but I'm not complaining :) The Logistics~ There is plenty of parking on the street and also a public parking lot near Blanchard. A party of 4 is considered large for this place and you'll end up taking all the seats. Don't like sticking around too long and the seating area is pretty limited and not the best for private conversations.

Easiest 5 stars ive ever given. We were here for a raclette and fondue class that was after hours,…read moreso we were able to shop with no one else in the store!! I loved the cheese. Staff was so kind and answered all of our questions. I left with many many things of cheese! We tried the cookies and chocolates, some premade goods, some shelf-stable things, and of course, cheese. My one complaint was that they did not heat up raclette for us, rather gave us raclette cheese at room temperature. I think it wouldn't have been too much to ask for it to be cooked, since they were able to do that with the fondue. I wish there was a way to do the class without the wine pairing and save a few dollars... I would sign up much more often!!

The bakery has so many great items, the cinnamon bread loaf is terrific and Holly is one of the…read morenicest employees (and the bakery/beverage counter is so hectic)!!!