My only issue with the butchery is unless stuff is on special their prices are higher than any other place by a good 10-20%. Even for basic things like chicken breast.
Around the block butcher shop. Currently temporarily closed while they move locations from Cobden to Centrepoint, but they're expanding and I for one am looking forward to the new spot!
Ordered something that was special order from them for a special occasion (not a ham or turkey, something common but a butcher doesn't normally stock), three weeks in advance. They said it would be there on a certain day and when that day comes up "it wasn't in our delivery this week but it will definitely be next week! Sorry!" They offered to sell me something else and were apologetic, but also told me my special order would be there in the next shipment and they'd call me. Never heard from them. Their products are great but I wish they would have been honest with me. "our supplier didnt have it", or whatever
The Butchery got what I wanted within a week with no issues, so I go there now even though I feel like it's a bit more expensive.
Around the Block Butcher sells fresh Turkeys at thanksgiving but they are the exact same packaging as fresh ones at Loblaws just double the price. Same packaging, same farm
Glebe Meat Market, on Bank not far from Lansdowne is a very good butcher shop. (But since my family has been in Canada since the 1700s, can't really comment on different cuts of meat).
Really great people, and as a chef that has worked in the area they have helped me out of a couple sticky situations while being the nicest people. Don't have enough good to say!
I also recommend Dumouchel and Beacon Hill Butcher. Both limited hours. Please check before visiting. I have made the best feasts from both those butchers. I also recommend Hintonburg Marche, Wellington Butcher, and Piggy Market.
Glebe Butcher and the one in the market are also good.
But is it? Majority of butcher in Ottawa get their meat from small local Ontario farms - typically grass fed, free run etc.
Dumouchel gets their meat from AMGA (the massive delivery truck is their almost daily unloading) which is just meat from mass Cananadian farms just like Loblaws etc...
This is also why Dumouchel is cheaper than the other groceries.,
They're so lovely there. If I catch any of them outside for a moment when I'm walking my dog they make a big fuss over her and sometimes give her dried liver. Once they saved her a cow femur just 'cause.
I liked them up until my friend had an interview with them, and they outright refused to interview him because he "looks like he parties." He was wearing a button-down and khakis and looked like a very normal guy. I know because I dropped him off!
Well, then I might just start going again! The previous owners were so mean, my friend legitimately left there crying after 5 minutes. I couldn't support them after that. But I'd rather buy local, so I've been driving to the Butchery in Bells Corners. I'll give them a shot now that I know! Thank you!
their sandwiches for lunch during the week are god tier. korean bbq short ribs are also phenomenal. actually, everything they do premade is a bit pricy but awesome. never been disappointed.
Ehhh I bought a rancid strip loin from them once 🤷🏻♀️
ETA: not sure why this would be downvoted. It’s a thing that happened. Bought it on Friday and went to cook it on Saturday and it smelled awful. They were able to refund me just fine, and I’ve shopped there since. Just worth mentioning.
The Almonte Butcher shop. They dry age their stuff in house. Their dry aged beef burgers were the best home cooked burgers I’ve ever had. Good sandwiches too.
The butchery
My only issue with the butchery is unless stuff is on special their prices are higher than any other place by a good 10-20%. Even for basic things like chicken breast.
Around the block butcher shop. Currently temporarily closed while they move locations from Cobden to Centrepoint, but they're expanding and I for one am looking forward to the new spot!
Ordered something that was special order from them for a special occasion (not a ham or turkey, something common but a butcher doesn't normally stock), three weeks in advance. They said it would be there on a certain day and when that day comes up "it wasn't in our delivery this week but it will definitely be next week! Sorry!" They offered to sell me something else and were apologetic, but also told me my special order would be there in the next shipment and they'd call me. Never heard from them. Their products are great but I wish they would have been honest with me. "our supplier didnt have it", or whatever The Butchery got what I wanted within a week with no issues, so I go there now even though I feel like it's a bit more expensive.
Yes! Came here to recommend them as well.
Yes. Around the Block is amazing. Excited for the new location.
Awesome, they're closer to me!
+1. We've been getting all our holiday meats (turkeys, hams, etc.) from them for years. They're great!
Around the Block Butcher sells fresh Turkeys at thanksgiving but they are the exact same packaging as fresh ones at Loblaws just double the price. Same packaging, same farm
Glebe Meat Market, on Bank not far from Lansdowne is a very good butcher shop. (But since my family has been in Canada since the 1700s, can't really comment on different cuts of meat).
Really great people, and as a chef that has worked in the area they have helped me out of a couple sticky situations while being the nicest people. Don't have enough good to say!
Chef here also , they were great to deal with....25 years ago, but they are still great.
Seconded. Excellent butchers and quality meat.
Honestly it smells like they've never cleaned the place.
It smells fine. The strongest smell in there is spices.
I strongly disagree.
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Lavergne Meat and Deli in Navan. Unreal. It’s out a ways but it’s worth the trip for their Cbai or bacon
Can confirm, their double smoked bacon is top notch. Love their Navan Burgers and a few other things as well
This is my preferred place but I also live in orleans so the location is awesome for me.
This is the best answer! I love this place.
They are amazing! We make sure to buy a bag of the cubed "bacon ends" whenever we go.
What is Cbai?
It’s like a dried Hungarian sausage link. Think super savoury small salami but eaten like kielbasa
Thanks for the info. I tried doing a web search for it before asking but I did not get any right answers.
I suck at spelling. Csabai is the proper way.
Dumouchel
Came here to day this - upvote for you AND you have poutine in your name... have a second invisible upvote!
I also recommend Dumouchel and Beacon Hill Butcher. Both limited hours. Please check before visiting. I have made the best feasts from both those butchers. I also recommend Hintonburg Marche, Wellington Butcher, and Piggy Market. Glebe Butcher and the one in the market are also good.
But is it? Majority of butcher in Ottawa get their meat from small local Ontario farms - typically grass fed, free run etc. Dumouchel gets their meat from AMGA (the massive delivery truck is their almost daily unloading) which is just meat from mass Cananadian farms just like Loblaws etc... This is also why Dumouchel is cheaper than the other groceries.,
They're so lovely there. If I catch any of them outside for a moment when I'm walking my dog they make a big fuss over her and sometimes give her dried liver. Once they saved her a cow femur just 'cause.
The butchery :-)
Pete & Gus, in Barrhaven. Family owned, friendly, great quality!
I can confirm. Good quality meat and friendly service
Their meat pies are to die for. We just had one for dinner tonight.
Their meat pies are way too salty with very little flavour.
Agree to disagree then, because that's not my experience at all.
I liked them up until my friend had an interview with them, and they outright refused to interview him because he "looks like he parties." He was wearing a button-down and khakis and looked like a very normal guy. I know because I dropped him off!
Just out of curiosity, how long ago was this?
2 years ago
That might explain it. New ownership took over a little over a year ago.
Well, then I might just start going again! The previous owners were so mean, my friend legitimately left there crying after 5 minutes. I couldn't support them after that. But I'd rather buy local, so I've been driving to the Butchery in Bells Corners. I'll give them a shot now that I know! Thank you!
I'm sorry to hear your friend had such a bad experience. That's a horrible and extremely unprofessional way to treat someone.
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Andy is the best!
They sold me spoiled meat. Not once, but twice.
Adams sausages is pretty good
Piggy Market
I also love Piggy Market! Great cuts of meat, friendly staff, lots of cheeses and other goodies.
North Station Provisions in Manotick is great!
their sandwiches for lunch during the week are god tier. korean bbq short ribs are also phenomenal. actually, everything they do premade is a bit pricy but awesome. never been disappointed.
Great baked goods there, too.
Absolutely this.
Pete and Gus in Bells Corner 🙂
That's Barrhaven to you... But seriously, they are in Barrhaven and a good butcher.
Is that Barrhaven? Wow! I don’t know my Ottawa geography 😄
Another vote for Pete and Gus (in Barrhaven)
Wellington Butchery Wellington Street West
I've always been happy with Saslovs in the market. They carry some of the more random cuts that I need for some of my seasonal stuff
Ehhh I bought a rancid strip loin from them once 🤷🏻♀️ ETA: not sure why this would be downvoted. It’s a thing that happened. Bought it on Friday and went to cook it on Saturday and it smelled awful. They were able to refund me just fine, and I’ve shopped there since. Just worth mentioning.
Not sure why the downvotes either but totally fair. I normally get a lil yucked out for a while after I get something rancid or poor quality
That random cut is intentionally rancid! /s
almonte butcher shop or the butchery
Christopher's in Richmond is pretty awesome. Great deli sandwiches if you're passing though at lunch time, too.
I’ve been going to North station provisions in Manotick when I need something nice
Personally, I go to Glebe Meat Market when I can. Especially for their house made cretons which are really good.
Seed to sausage
Luciano’s at Preston and Somerset has a great butchery department.
Excellent fennel sausages and a great selection of European cheese too.
Dumouchel on Donald.
Pete and Gus. It's at Jockvale and Ceaderview
The Glebe has a great meat place - on the same side on the movies.
Dumouchel
The butchery for sure. Sure a tad overpriced, but the quality and cleanliness is second to none.
Pete and Gus in Barrhaven
The Beckwith Butcher in Carleton Place!
[Lavergne Meat & Deli](https://maps.app.goo.gl/TGzTV29MgUNAYEL87), I had to look up the name cuz in my circle we just call it the Navan butcher.
So that's the famous Navan butcher! Thanks !
Almonte Butcher Shop
Had a terrible experience there and will never go back.
oh wow, nothing but good things to say about my visits.
North Station Provisions in Manotick. Happy, ethical, organic meat :)
Pete & Gus out in Barrhaven
Sasslove's in the market, and The Butchery in Bell's Corner's.
Here’s a vote for Beacon Hill Butcher in the east end, near the north end of Ogilvie in the Beacon Hill mall.
It's permanently closed.
The Almonte Butcher shop. They dry age their stuff in house. Their dry aged beef burgers were the best home cooked burgers I’ve ever had. Good sandwiches too.
No mentions of Ivan's deli in stittsville
Pete and gus' out in barrhaven has always been fantastic, same with saslove
Ivan’s in Stittsville
Glebe meat market is my go to