The Austin Brothers Farm sells beef, pork and eggs at their on-site farm store. The store is a…read moretiny building with wall-to-wall freezers full of their amazing grass-fed meat. If you want to buy some, you should call ahead. For my first visit, I came by during their posted hours, and I read a sign to honk my horn to be helped. As Mr. Austin explained to me, he is around during the days/times posted, but he might working in one of their fields. (If he knows that you are going to visit, he'll plan to be in the area of the farm shop.) He was also kind enough to explain some basics about choosing meat for what I might want to cook. He was so helpful! I'd never bought meat directly from the source before, and I'd never set out to buy grass-fed beef before (but I've been getting more interested in knowing about food sources). Every weekday, I drive by the Austin's Farm on my way to work, and I can see how well the animals are kept, and how happy they are in their spacious fields. In a sense, it could seem morbid to see the animals that might end up on my table, but I'm actually glad to know that they are healthy cows who live good lives. And, I like knowing that my purchases directly help to keep a local farm family in business. Best of all, their food just tastes amazing!! I hope you'll stop by and give it a try!! (Or check their website for farmers' markets where they also sell their products.) Here's their info: Austin Brothers Valley Farm 270 West Street Belchertown, MA 01007 Open year round, or by appointment: 413-668-6843 Tuesday and Wednesday, 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM Thursday- Sunday, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Closed Mondays http://www.austinsfarm.com

This is my local market meat guys, but not my absolute fave meat guys. I haven't tried everything…read morethey do, but I do love one thing, so, to be fair, I'll rave about that, rather than be snide about other stuff that I have no biz being snide about. I LOVE THEIR STEAK TIPS OK, there, I said it, now it's out, and the whole world, or at least the part of it who read yelp, or at least the part of the part of it who read my reviews, knows it. Marinate them in a bit of lime and ginger, and grill them. DELICIOUS! They have fresh eggs too. They aren't those great little blue ones with the really bright yolks, but they are happy eggs, you can tell.

Family business, quality products always fresh. Quality ladies help on the front. Great…read moreatmosphere, Highly recommend. Thank you Hany

My friend and I stumbled upon this outfit because we took thE wrong turn after our coffee…read moreouting!What a super surprise... This is an amazing place which caters to your every meat need! Fresh and at extremely reasonable prices and good quality too. I bought some goat meat that made a superb stew and unlike store bought meat the chops actually have meat on them! In this day and age where we 'only' shop at the chain stores, this place was a real treat of a find and am glad we took the wrong turn! Give these fine and fine friendly folk a try, they won't let you down.

I stopped by Pajers on a Sunday morning around 9am to check them out. A buddy of mine shared some…read morehomemade Italian sausage from Pajers that was delicious, so I made the trip. Cute little shop with a ton of Italian foods of all descriptions. Stood at the deli counter for a little while before one of the three people working behind the counter actually noticed my 6'4" 300 plus pound frame. Even though there was only one other person besides me being helped. I was excited to see that they had homemade salami on the menu so I decided to get a whole grinder. The young lady who was helping me seemed somewhat bothered that she had to wait on me. I ordered my grinder and made a quick change to it BEFORE she started making it and her disappointment was very apparent with her body language. Whatever, it was quite humerus actually. That kind of thing doesn't really bother me. Also picked up some sausage, antipasto salad, etc as well. As far as the grinder goes the homemade salami was delicious and an excellent choice. The grinder roll is massive which is what I think people are so hypnotized with when they mention the Pajers grinders are "huge". Don't get me wrong, there was plenty of meat but its large size is mostly due to the massive roll. Still, it was worth the $18 in my opinion. Cash only, so be aware of that. If you're in the area it's worth stopping by, not too sure I'd drive too far out of the way to stop in there though. Also, be prepared for some potential "spicy" customer service. Perhaps they treat their regular customers better, who knows?

Was there yesterday, one day after Ash Wednesday. Great Place 5*****!! Good variety of Italian…read moreFood, Great Ambiance!!

Even still I was nearly finished with being out I figured should have some lunch & did wings &…read morepotatoes/rice and water. Opted for a taco wings/boneless wings & russet potato/parm rice (that I likely won't do this again) but still for $20.00 not a bad lunch plus staff knowing how to see you in the budget another bonus. Ambience is right & a guy near me had half a potato (couldn't fault him) but many people who reach here see why & pretty authentic Italian & other cuisines represented.

on 8/13 BHN placed an orde. I received a panini when it should have been a wrap. my boss is now…read moresick because her sandwich had reg bread and not GF. I called to see how they could make it right. I was told "there is nothing I can do. You should have called yesterday." Terrible way to treat customer. Our dept will never use this restaurant/market again.

If you are looking for an old fashion butcher shop in the Ludlow area, then J.R.'s is the place to…read morego. This family owned Portuguese butcher shop has an incredible amount of Portuguese goods, and always has a phenomenal amount of fresh meat. I enjoy going to this location for the items that you don't generally see in your local grocery store. The staff is also extremely polite and are always willing to hold a conversation whether that be in English or Portuguese.

A great place to get Portuguese food at a very reasonable price, presunto, bacalao, ajeitonas,…read moretheir the BEST. Going there tomorrow to stock up on goodies

Great festivities yesterday with the Pig Roast, music by Janet Ryan, the food was delicious!!!! We…read moregot apples, pumpkins and squashes. Plus a Cowboy cookie!!!! Got to experience this place. It's the best in the hills!!!

I was doing a trail work project at Greenberg conservation area around the corner and stopped Here…read moreto see what they had. Obviously, they have lots of good stuff. Whether you get a delicious sandwich made with Boar's Head meat, (the best) or you looking for something to take home and make for a meal at another time., it is all good. In the store section, they have fresh cut bacon and other meats that some people might find extremely delicious. Some of the expected things like fresh produce including squash and apples are also available right now. There's also a large selection of homemade jelly, jam, and marmalade. They have two different bakery sections. One has cookies and simple baked goods, and the other has things like mini cheesecakes and eclairs. Inside the store, they also have their own wine. Lots of different flavors. I did not grab any of that today, but that will be interesting for a different day. I also recommend a hike around the conservation area :-) Grab a sandwich first!

Used to come here years ago and the grinders were always stacked with meat and was curious if they…read morewere still made the same way. No they're not stacked as high but they're decent. I got the reuben sandwich and my better half had a turkey grinder and we shared a container of cheeseburg chowder. My reuben was okay and the missus turkey grinder was just okay as well she said, but we both loved the cheeseburg chowder. The lady behind the counter was a pistol and I'd come back just to yak it up with her. No tables inside to eat but several are outside. Easy in and easy out with adequate parking and the place is clean.

Ordered grinders from here for dinner as I forgot to thaw something out and we weren't looking to…read morebreak the bank. Babe got the Italian cold cut, I got a roast beef, both on white. Their grinders are enormous for the price, I think around 7 dollars a piece? They also have a great bit of meat in them. Ingredients always taste fresh. Will continue to go here for our lazy dinners. Try them out if you're on this side of town for a great grinder at a reasonable price!

Meat packing plant with a small retail area upstairs. I just stopped here to get some of their hot…read moredogs. Quick and easy service but it feels a bit awkward as the retail area is up in the active area of the plant. I'm fine with that if that's what it takes to get their hotdogs. ....great stuff. I've gotten thier kielbasa before and it's very good as well.

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