Bud's Custom Meats, Inc. is a premier butcher in Riverside, Iowa, serving the area since 1984. It is a real butcher shop with a professional staff. Customers consistently praise the fantastic meat and excellent selection. The shop is widely recommended for its variety, including smoked bologna described as the best ever tasted, beef steaks, great burger, and real-deal jerky sticks and bratwurst. Their beef jerky receives particular acclaim for being so good. The business also offers custom butchering services. Reviewers highlight that the customer service is second to none, with staff noted for being happy to help. Many customers report it is their go-to butcher, stating the quality is far better than a regular grocery store and that they will return and recommend it to others.
Picked up a package at a convenience store for a road trip. It is THE best! Not soft and squishy like the big brand names. This is tough, chewy, and will last for days.
January 2024
I was traveling through Iowa from Missouri to Minnesota, needed a break at Casey’s gas station. Saw Buds beef jerky by the front register and just on a whim bought a pack. Wish I had bought like 5 bags!!!! It’s sooooo good!!!! Ordering more now that I know they have a website!!!!
December 2023
Far and away the best locker around. Worth the trip.