“I love this place. The varieties in meat you can buy are fantastic. They also can help with navigating the cuts of meat you're trying to cook or grill with.
They also know their stuff, and are extremely courteous and professional. I recommend the Tenderloins or NY Strips for purchase and consumption.
Or the stuffed chickens which are wonderful for a quick and easy meal.”
“Having a special meal? Want to treat yourself, or maybe you just have high standards? Lamb roast, short ribs, steak…I’ve always experienced exceptional quality and service. Thank you!”
“Big John’s is a Seattle institution, with the best specialty cheese selection I know of, hard-to-find Italian meats, and an unbeatable bulk spice selection. (as well as one for flours/grains & chocolate) They’re the ultimate destination for affordable import wines as well, and a massive quantity of pantry items.
However, I will note that Big John’s PFI’s selection is mostly items from Southern & Western Europe. This is not a detractor at all, but if you’re someone like me who often shops for Eastern European goods specifically, you may not find what you’re looking for. That said, it’s still well worth a trip & I guarantee you won’t leave empty-handed.”
“Their curry ketchup is to DIE for!!
They actually refunded the packaging fees for bottles of ketchup ( without me asking them). Other businesses would have pocketed the money so I appreciate the proactive honesty.”
“Bob's was the only butcher I could find in the city that had salt pork. It was well worth the 45 minute trip from Ballard (with the holiday traffic). I bought 3lbs of the salt pork so I could avoid the trip the next couple of times I make baked beans.
I go to Geraldine's pretty regularly, so I'd seen Bob's before, but never been in. I was pretty impressed with their selection and the number of niche items they offered. It was a bit hectic inside, but it was two days before thanksgiving, so that's understandable.
Going forward Bob's is going to be my go-to when my neighborhood butcher doesn't have what I need.”
“Best tamales and tacos dorados in town and ? salsa! Full service butcher with all your typical carniceria cuts and marinades. Small selection of pantry goods and tortillas for your last-minute asada needs. Get there early on the weekend for full selection of tamales and start your weekend off right! Another gem in the crown of White Center community we are lucky to have.”
“Rain Shadow Meats has the most delicious and freshest options for meat with competitive pricing. They also carry a variety of other items, such as local organic garlic and onions and heirloom tomatoes that actually taste like how tomatoes used to taste (real) at affordable prices too! Nika ordered a specific type of cut of meat for me that was out of stock the other day and I bought it today. She said I could call ahead for any requests, and they could stock pantry or grocery per my request! It’s amazing to have a small local grocer/butcher in the neighborhood that can cater to your needs. They also have a fridge that has things like soup, chili, and marcona almonds, among other items.”
7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
2709 Airport Way S, Seattle
Meat Shops
“been here a couple of times, come in from the north end of the street, pretty tight to get into the door and once in, your truck is hanging half way in the street, but it is doable. in out with in an hr both times”
“Sanity in a mug! After a frustrating day I was introduced to some good local wine by the glass and bought a tasty sandwich. You can sit in and enjoy watching the world go by. As a bewildered Brit I did not understand my way around the coffee menu but the staff were able to explain!”
“Tom is still the best butcher! Saw another customer getting a center cut tenderloin prepared for Chateaubriand. Very impressed with the cut preparation and trimming”