10:30AM - 6:30PM
4991 E Dry Creek Rd, Centennial
Meat Shops
“Jeff was absolutely amazing! He helped get sandwiches prepared in time for a next-day order and made an exception that truly saved the day. He didn’t even know it was for my birthday celebration, which makes his kindness and customer care even more meaningful.
His positive attitude and willingness to help really stood out. Thank you, Jeff, for going above and beyond—the party subs were a huge hit! We’ll definitely be back for more ?
- Rachael and Jim”
“This elegant European market is tucked into an unobtrusive, L-shaped space sandwiched between Restaurant Olivia and a Starbucks at the very busy intersection of Downing Street and Alameda Avenue. You must be driving west on Alameda to access the parking lot. There is a large sign there.
You can enter the market from the main entrance facing Alameda or from the back entrance off the parking lot. The front of the store has a long wall of imported groceries and a bakery counter offering breads, pastries, quiches, fresh sandwiches (on baguette, croissant, or pretzel bun), soups, salads, and a wide variety of imported chips and drinks.
There's a huge cheese cooler and lots of chilled, grab-and-go items. A table offers some kitchenware and gifts. A seating area is provided by the parking lot entrance.
I'm on the mailing list which has offered a series of food specials and pop-up events. I was enticed in last weekend by a pop-up cassoulet special. I arrived to find a tent at the edge of the parking lot, sheltering a huge propane wok. The white beans, sausage, and pork belly were gently simmering with a wonderful aroma. What a treat!”
“I love this store! They have a huge selection of Russian and European foods and delicacies, from sausages and cheese to caviar and smoked fish. The staff is very friendly and helpful, especially the girls who work at the deli section. They make fresh salads, pastries, and other delicious dishes every day. The store is clean and well-organized, and the prices are reasonable. If you are looking for authentic and tasty food from around the world, you should definitely check out Black Sea Market”
“amazing people and products. I work across the street so I've been in a handful of times but today decided to snag a container of their house made gyro meat and house made tzatziki. SO GOOD ? their business adds so much value and authenticity to the neighborhood”
“For us southern California transplants, this place is a perfect slice of home.
The meat market is one of the best in Colorado!
The selection of Hispanic/Mexican snacks and goodies are second to non.
And don't sleep on the food counter they have. AMAZING fresh food made while you wait.”
“My family has been coming here since probably the 90’s and I’ve got to say the lady who runs this business has to be one of the most admirable people I’ve met in my life. I can’t recommend this place enough and it will always hold a special place in my heart.”
“This is the new best place to get your food in this little desert of ours on Colfax and 6th. I'd say about 50% of the goods here are imports or specifically branded Spanish products, that may not be your cup of tea however there are plenty of general goods as well including cleaning supplies, basic cooking ingredients, and a selection of non-specialized groceries. On weekends they pre-make tamales which are amazing and perfect for an on-the-go lunch. Though the two things that really set this grocery store apart are of course it's butcher shop And its wide selection of dairy products. Their meats are as fresh as any dedicated butcher shop due to their partnership with a local rancher. I purchased some Oaxaca cheese from there the other day And it's my new favorite midnight snack. They're thin cut ribs, steaks, and other red meat cuts are spectacular and come creep in pre-marinated versions that are perfect for someone who doesn't have a lot of time or patience for cooking (like yours truly). If you're concerned about not being understood don't be, most of the staff are bilingual, and any difficulties I've had communicating have been easily cleared up with simple hand gestures that are as natural to human interaction as facial expressions and laughter.
This is also one of the few places I've been able to find those more unique foods that you may have been itching to try and cook. I know it's a blue moon whenever I see pig's feet available at King Soopers, but they are regularly available here. Same goes for a lot of more exotic and traditional ingredients that are a lot more difficult to acquire in the United States due to the commercialization of our cuisine.
Also I make a lot of big box grocery stores you can tell this place is skinning the full buffalo so to speak. I regularly come in to find soups and dried candied fruits made from the overripe or near expiration ingredients that had not been sold. Transforming what could have been food waste into a long shelf life food stuff, prepared to both authentically and professionally by their top staff of charming and friendly people.
I cannot express how thankful I am to have a real grocery store with healthy food walking distance from my home.”
“Great selection of wines. The staff is very helpful and very knowledgeable and will help you find what you need. We loved each of his recommendations. Perfect for a Greek family celebration! What a treasure!!”
11AM - 6PM
2489 Main St, Littleton
Meat Shops
“Great service. The owner was there when we dropped in on Sunday and he was very kind. Shook both my husband and I's hands and introduced himself. Now that goes a long way. We got two packs of their ground beef and made burgers with it. So tasty. I'mExcited to head back and try new meats!”
9:30AM - 6:30PM
2690 S Havana St, Aurora
Meat Shops
“Walked into the honey bake ham store and was greeted with an amazing smile from chase very nice guy help with recommending the best sandwich’s while special k the manager was creating magic. I’ll definitely recommend this store 10⭐️”
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
2318 S Colorado Blvd, Denver
Meat Shops
“Azul! It's time for another review, and what better place than Rocky Mountain Meat Market at Colorado/Iliff? Yea, they've got your lamb shanks, your prime beef. and (of course!) your spicy Merguez sausage, but there is so much more to peep at in this cozy little nook.The owner of RMMM is in fact Amazigh from Algeria (you'll notice that the Halal sign on the wall has English, Arabic, *and* Tifinagh letters when you enter), and his intent is to bring a bounty of North African delectables to his ever-eager customer base. Are you needing some hot-as-heck Harissa sauce from Tunisia to add some chile to your cooking? You can find it here - and how! Maybe instead you're in search of a nice big bag of couscous straight from Casablanca? Again, you've come to the right place. And how about a selection of soda from the proprietor's home country? One of my favorites in this regard is Selecto. "Oh, how does that one taste?", I hear you inquire. Well, it's kind of, um, apple-y, date-y, coke-y... hmm, maybe I should stop trying to describe it - let's just say you'll love it and leave it at that. But then, there are also bottles of orange-flower water, chocolate custard mixes, cans of succulently-sauced tuna, boxes of mint tea - basically, all your Maghrebi food needs will be filled in a single visit here.As it turns out however, it's truly your lucky day, because RMMM in fact features products from all across the Near and Middle East to enthuse over. How about a jumbo-sized can of ghee from Jordan (adorned with a very aerodynamic gazelle)? Or some fava beans with a plethora of seasoning choices, whether your tastes lean more towards Lebanon, Egypt, or al-Khalij (the Gulf region)? Ooh, those chocolate/hazelnut cookies from Turkey look good don't they? And I can attest that they're even more flavorful than you can imagine. And naturally, the shelves are filled with jars upon jars of pickled and preserved vegetables of all kinds too - from cucumbers, to olives, to grape leaves, to.... Oops! I really should watch where I'm going a bit more, shouldn't I? I very nearly backed into this substantial selection of enormous bags of rice from India and Pakistan. But my favorite part of the shop is probably the cooler, where I can buy Kalb el Louz (Algerian semolina/almond cake) or Mille-Feuille (layered cream pastry).”
“Very good meat…. I bought very delicious barbecue, the butchers are very friendly, there you will find everything you need, this butcher shop has a little bit of everything, go visit it. .. the fresh bread thank you gave them 5 stars ?”
“Amazing shopping experience! The prices are unbeatable, and I love the variety of organic options they have. The staff is always super friendly and helpful—definitely my go-to grocery store!”
“They're primarily Spanish speaking but if you find what you want there with some good choices available you'll find that they keep everything fresh and are reasonably priced compared to other stores.”
“Place has some amazing corn tortillas, but you have to get their early in order to get them because they always sell out. They have a good selection of quality meats and produce. Best to make sure that you stop by the place early when they are freshly stocked. If you show up on a Sunday afternoon... you might not find everything you are looking for. Staff is friendly and a local favorite of mine.”
“we support the success you have made! we had a grate welcoming pleasing customer service. the yaung men assisted us with all that we needed and offered us if we needed any help to find any thing in paricular. he gave us good pricing grate quality product and out standing customer service, and finaly he thanked us and said thank you we appreciate your business please come again! we are happy to recieve that grate service every time.”
“This is by far my favorite Jerky! A ton of different flavors. It is great for backpacking and camping! My 3 year old even likes it and she basically only likes Lucky Charms and pickles... so weird. It is super tender, juicy and clean.The story behind the Founder Brian Levin is pretty amazing too. They are doing good things for the world and humanity.Pro Tip: If you are in a pinch, make some Ramon Noodles and put some torn up pieces in for a little more substance. Good luck!!”
10AM - 8PM
13728 E Quincy Ave, Aurora
Meat Shops
“The Best Grocery Stores in Denver. The Workers are very Helpful. All the products are fresh. A lots of great tasty kalbasas, fresh prepared pastries and shishkababs, I highly recommend this grocery store to everyone. ~ A.P. ~”
“Incredible locally owned and operated shop staffed and curated by wonderful, knowledgeable people. I am lucky enough to be able to walk here but it’s well worth the trip if you live in the south metro and appreciate a unique, thoughtful, and diverse selection, particularly when it comes to wine.”