“If u r coming from 79th street, u can take right to 78 th street at the lights right after u go down from little bridge, that right looks hard but u can make it with care and then there r 4 or 5 stop sings make sure u stop nd then right into building and then park alongside the wall and walk in to check in,”
9AM - 3PM
10717 Ridgeland Ave, Chicago Ridge
Meat Shops
“One of the absolute best butcher shops in the Chicagoland area. Feels like a piece of the past but best selection you'll find. Multiple options, great cuts, & great prices. Portobello mushroom brats are to die for. Highly recommend”
“I came in to try that NY strip steak sandwich that people have been raving about on Google. The verdict is the hype is real. The NY strip steak is very tender and flavorful. It’s like a medium rare burger, it requires very little chewing. It’s the combination of the French roll, the steak, the grilled onions, and Asiago cheese that truly make it just a great sandwich. Even after devouring it, it’s still on my mind and I wouldn’t mind coming back to try other items on the menu. Customer service is very friendly and attentive. You can tell they care about their customers. Parking is easy, you just have to go into that big lot to the right. Prices are very fair for the quality of meat.”
“Consistently quality all natural meats and seafood. Great takeout menu, best burger in Chicagoland.
Ended the curse of the Billy goat ensuring the 2016 Chicago Cubs Worlds Series victory. Those other guys brought a live goat to break the curse. These fellows at Carnivore killed the f'ing goat.
Hardcore.”
“My family has been getting wonderful roasts from Whittingham’s for decades, and today just drove home what a wonderful business this is. Not only is the product superb, but today, on a busy Christmas Eve, they were able to accommodate a last minute change because we ordered the wrong roast! Thank you! You saved Christmas dinner!”
8AM - 9PM
435 N Harlem Ave, Oak Park
Meat Shops
“We LOVE this store. The prices, quality of meat, and customer service. The selection is amazing --there's definitely something for everyone and the website is just as great! We're waiting for corporate to bottle that Peri Peri sauce but the chimichurri seasoning is a great addition.”
“I was looking for a specific flavor of Good Belly probiotics, and the website showed that Kramer sold it. When I called they didn’t have any in stock. However, they special ordered me a whole case! I appreciate them looking out for me and doing that favor of getting the product in. Thank you for hooking a sista up!”
“Been going to Casey's for 20 years plus. Everything is great, clean, friendly. That being said, the 3% credit card fee REALLY irks me. One more thing: I realize Bidenflation is real, and businesses are in a pinch, but how can you charge $15/pound for example, honey maple turkey, while Jewel sells it everyday at $8/pound?? There are other examples....we are willing to pay more most of the time to support Casey's, but please, double check the current pricing/reassess if the prices need to be adjusted. ONE more thing...any chance you can bring back online sandwich orders??”
“I love this groceries store definitely been a community staple for yearssssssss I don't have enough S to add im 45 Mario's was around when I was very young like 1985 Capital Hill Shit”
“Got here at 9:43 am ..they recieve from 4am to 12pmAfter 10 min, truck pulled out from door 22, immediately im unloaded.THEY OFFER TO.WASH OUT TRAILERS HERE.....WOW...SERVICE!!!!!!!!! A++++Clean facilityCan't speak to overnight parking, due to the fact that they have a closing gate in the front ...they might be "banker hours" here (m-f 4am-3pm) ...”
“Catered a lamb with all the trimmings!!! Meat was soft and tender and they did an excellent job!!! There hummus and falafel are awesome!!!! Ask for Malik!! Great guy”
“This place has fresh produce . Very clean inside is what I noticed right away.
The cashier what so nice and the butcher what incredibly knowledgeable about good food. A+ ill be back for the carnitas”
“Hello everybody. Nice place. Very friendly staff. Good and fresh meat. If you want to buy home stuff for taking care of your guests this place can offer useful things and for home decor also. Just try to go and see.”
“I'm sure this isn't for everyone but I like it its a neat mkt they have a great variety n great prices. I recommend they go n just check it out butchers on hand to slice or cut up beef pork chicken or fish good luck”
“?My Friends From CTA & I Genuinely Miss Their Awesomely Great Bobak’s Grocery Store Which Was Located On Archer.
When I work for CTA Archer Garage, we go there for lunch even on our own non-working days Because ?They Had The Best Polish Food EVER (In Small Cafe/Restaurant Located Inside Grocery Store Too)! All their sausage and food items are always totally fresh and delicious!!!? ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️”
“The best Irish corned beef in Chicago! Quality meats. Great value for catering big parties. My wife loves their Irish soda bread. Family-owned business, very friendly and welcoming. 5 stars.”
“? A Thank You That Truly Matters ?
I want to take a moment to publicly thank Blue Ribbon Meat Market and its owner for doing something that truly matters in our community.
I just heard about the most wonderful thing about this business—and it deserves to be shared.
So many times, businesses come into our neighborhoods—especially African American and other minority communities—and we show up for them. We spend our dollars consistently. We support them faithfully. We help keep their doors open.
Yet when we have a product or service, too often those same businesses won’t even give us a try. Not a test order. Not a conversation. Not an opportunity.
That’s why this moment deserves recognition.
Blue Ribbon didn’t just take from the community—they gave back. They made the intentional decision to try their commercial dish detergent from Edit Enterprise LLC, and in doing so, they invested financially into a local, minority-owned business from the very community that supports them.
That choice matters.
That decision speaks volumes.
That action helps build real economic equity.
Supporting local isn’t just about where your building is—it’s about who you choose to support, who you create opportunities for, and whether you circulate dollars back into the community that sustains you.
If you haven’t supported Blue Ribbon Meat Market yet, go support them—because they support us.
So thank you to Blue Ribbon for:
• Being open-minded
• Being intentional
• Supporting local and minority-owned businesses
• Showing what real community partnership looks like
This is how trust is built.
This is how communities grow stronger.
This is how meaningful change happens.
Thank you for setting an example—and for showing that giving back isn’t just a slogan, it’s an action.
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“Very clean place, the meat is very high quality, I always recommend coming here, the prices are the best on Harlem as well. I’ve read the other reviews but they don’t seem honest, owner stands by quality and if it’s not to your liking they will replace it with no issue”
“This is a small store. But they sell prepared food. Here there is often carnitas pozole, grilled chickens, tamales and stuffed chiles, clarifying that I have only been there on Saturdays and Sundays. I recommend visiting it. By pilar Caballero”
“This spot is def a hidden gem. Not surprised that it was not found on yelp. When you walk in through the front it is a store front, but the real magic happens in the back. Everything from menudo, to home made tamales, to tacos can be ordered in the back. If you enjoy real home cooked Mexican food this is the place for you. I started off with a simple but delicious bean taco. It sounds easy but there's an art to it and when I tried to ask how they made the beans the answer was simple "secret recipe." Then I moved to the main dish, menudo. What a joy that was, simmering and quite delicious and then I finished the meal with homemade tamales. Guys if you're looking for authentic Mexican food this is the spot for you. Ask for Lola when you walk in. Like I said think of this spot as a speak easy of food, hidden gem is in the back. You can also ask Lola about catering.”
“(Translated by Google) This guy is the place but well stocked, very friendly attention and good prices(Original)Esta chico el lugar pero bien surtido atención muy amable y buenos precios”
“I bought 2 one pound Prasky and and 2 one pound Minced Luncheon Sausage. The 2 Luncheon sausage had Prasky in them, don’t know how or why. I don’t mind because I love Prasky.They might have a quality control problem. My family who tasted both all agreed with me.12/10/22”
“Food is always good it's always nice and clean. The manger was so nice he took time explain different items on the menu. I actually went in for the chicken salad which is always good, but please easy on the celery and cranberry, but it's good. I walked out with 3 pack ham sliders which he convinced me to buy any they were delicious. Food is good customer service is excellent, the washrooms were very clean as well. Thanks for recommending the sliders. I'll be back for more chicken salad and sliders.”
“Best spot on the west side of Chicago to go to for fresh meats and butcher and the prices are great they have everything you need for meats great spot and nick is cool as ever”
“, the carnitas, the barbecue, the Menudo on the weekends, delicious fresh food daily, affordable prices, the store is very clean, the service is excellent, I will return”
“Tight tight tight backing but the guys come out and help you and are super cool about it. Can't say id wanna come back because of its location but the people are awesome No overnight parking. Blindside backing only. Recommend weekend delivery.”
“great five star service ,the best grocery supermarket Arabic pita bread , spinach pies, zabhia meat ,falafel kubba located in Bridgeview , little Palestine keep up the good work bossAleh K. Akel & Mohammad Akel”