“Mitra’s is my go-to store for fresh walnuts, produce, and specialty Middle Eastern items. The store is always clean and the staff treat everyone with respect. I really appreciate how consistent the quality is every time I visit. Highly recommended for anyone looking for quality products and great service!””
“Great butcher shop, I don't know for how long they have been operating, but it gave me the vibe of this kind of local business that people in the neighborhood like and trust.”
“I've been eating from here ever since I was a kid. I can without a doubt, say it is one of my favorite stores for jerky! Singapore style really cannot compare to others.”
“I love having a local butcher shop...this place makes the neighborhood feel cozier. The staff here are always friendly and helpful, even while ushering through hundreds of customers a day. The meat is always fresh and great quality, and the prices only go up as their costs go up. The prepared food is delicious too if you want to grab and go. I shop here weekly for our meat, and it is probably the best place to go to grab a ribeye to grill. Drumsticks are usually on sale too, grab a bag and freeze if you can't get through them. Teriyaki steaks are a big hit with the kids, sometimes on sale for $5.”
“Rio Friendly Meats is a cut above the rest! Their incredible team delivers exceptional quality meats with a smile. From tender cuts to expert advice, they've got you covered. Whether you're a pro chef or a home cook, their excellent meats and dedication to service make them a top choice. Highly recommend Rio Friendly Meats for all your meat needs!”
“Great customer service, knowledgeable and helpful staff, nice range of British products that you won't see too often and definitely not at large grocery retailers. One star off for price but it's not their fault given the cost of goods, just worth noting if you are on a budget”
“Went in for chicken and came out with two flavours of chicken skewers and their house pulled pork. The skewers were so delicious !! We got Malaysian and Greek. The pulled pork we had a couple of days later and honestly the flavour can't even be described, we were floored! It was too good! So happy we bought two packages with plans on homemade pulled pork poutine. Definitely plan on going back for more. Cheers!”
“The back alley entrance made this place feel like it’s a destination for those in the know. I found everything I needed and more with excellent service and advice. I went in shopping for a pregnant friend missing snacks from her home and left with a new addiction for high quality tahini and Bamba.”
“Reasonably priced groceries, good selection, and great deals on produce. I often shop here when I need just a few things and they always seem to offer what I am looking for.”
“Been meaning to leave this for a while but best people in this store. Always so helpful and go above and beyond to get things done when you need them. And, quality is great I’m super picky and I am always impressed by the quality of the meat and specifically chicken- which is so hard to find. 11/10”
“Wow!!!A 2.2-2.6lb rabbit is only $64.45????That's a great deal even though the price of rabbit meat has gone down in Canada!I'm heading down to pick up a dozen!!!!!!!!!!!”
9:30AM - 6PM
469 Powell St, Vancouver
Meat Shops
“I absolutely love this place ?☺️. (????). We (my tiny fur babies and myself;)) whom visit almost daily , probably would be daily if it were open 7 days a week lol, The staff are always polite and they always have what I'm looking for, but what I mostly like about Payless Meats on Powell is the small town/neighborhood vibes I get when I walk in and they greet you everytime:) thanx”
“Great selection of meats, drinks, premade meals, and meals made hot to order. I discovered this place when I did the Hike + Apres with She Summits. Had a great time!”
“An honest, authentic butcher shop. They consistently have all the cuts of meat I struggle to find elsewhere (picanha, chuck roast, beef shank) and carry a great selection of pellets for the grill. Can't recommend them enough!”
9:30AM - 6:30PM
3514 Kingsway, Vancouver
Meat Shops
“Meat is superb. Customer service is good too. They have a sign outside requesting customer only go in when the previous customer is paying and that groups should be 4 or less people, which I like.”
“Was on Granville Island in search of affordable steaks and I found Armando's! The wonderful filipina older woman (glasses, pixie cut, grey hair) guided me through the different cuts they had and we landed on the Australian Ribeye. At ~$15 a cut, and a strong beefy flavour, I can't complain! It was seriously delicious and the quality was miles better than supermarket steak. Will return and recommend!”
“Tenderland Meats is fantastic, their quality is always top notch. The staff are helpful and knowledgeable, and everything I’ve bought has been excellent. I especially love that I can get bone marrow bones here for my dog, he absolutely loves them! A great spot on Granville Island for both people and pets.”
“There were some issues with our order, and Home on the Range promptly rectified the issue and even compensated for our troubles with a complimentary bone broth soup. This is a local business with integrity and great service. They also support local farmers and carry quality meats. Highly recommended for people looking for holistic meat.”
“This butcher shop is a truly excellent choice for meat lovers. Today I bought 4 pounds of chuck roast and I'm extremely happy 😊
The waiting time was minimal and the staff are very kind and helpful.
High quality meats.
Come and try this place, you won't be sorry.”
“Raphael who answered my initial call was superb - professional, patient and outlined next steps of enquiry. If Raphael is indicative of the culture at Donald's Fine Foods, they must be a fine company!”
“I appreciate that the family owning the farm is actually also owning the store. the meats were very excellent. The eggs (which i understand are not from their own production) weren't as fresh. I had to discard quite a few.”
“The service was truly outstanding — I came in with a pretty specific request and the team went above and beyond to help me out. They were kind, knowledgeable and genuinely committed to making sure I got exactly what I needed, which made the whole experience easy and enjoyable. You can tell they take real pride in what they do.
Highly recommend — I’ll definitely be coming back!”
“Solid, local butcher shop with broad selection of all the basics - both meats and groceries. Very limited selection of game meats. Staff are helpful and can usually customize orders.”
“Can’t beat their Canada Prime ribeye, and their chicken is better than any others I’ve tried from other butcher shops. Staff are always friendly and knowledgeable. Favourite butcher shop in the city by far.”