Great little store with all the basic necessities. Staff is always helpful & friendly. Lots of…read morefood options.

This review is only for the meat market section…read more I've been coming here for literally decades, although it had been a while since my last visit. In the past, this was the place to go if you wanted that old-school butcher shop experience and some of the best carne asada around. Unfortunately, my visit yesterday was disappointing. The meat selection seemed mediocre compared to what I remember. The carne asada was cut into small pieces (around 6 inches across) and was already pre-marinated. Years ago, the cuts were much larger, making them easier to grill and far more visually appealing. Back then, if you wanted it marinated, they would do it fresh for about $1 more per pound. That level of service made a difference. The young man behind the counter also gave me the impression that he really didn't care about my concerns, which only added to the disappointment. After cooking it, the carne asada just wasn't the same. It seemed dry and lacked the flavor and quality I had always associated with this market. I'm willing to give them one more chance in case this was just an off day. But if my next experience is the same, it will unfortunately be my last visit.

I've been coming here almost every week for the past month, and the food has been consistently…read moregreat. The subs are amazing, and you can really tell they use high-quality ingredients. The place is always busy, but the staff works hard and keeps things moving. I also like that they text you when your order is ready, so you're not just standing around waiting. It has a welcoming, neighborhood feel that makes you want to come back. Definitely one of my favorite spots in San Diego.

Came and got the dry aged burger, smashed dry aged patty, havarty cheese, bacon and pickles, mayo…read moreand mustard. It was a very meaty burger, no lettuce, onion or tomato which highlights the dry aged patty. The bun was nicely toasted and the bacon crispy. The havarty cheese was nicely melted. It was a tasty burger but I think I'd like to try the double cheese burger next time since it has lettuce and tomato for a fresher taste. I also got an order of beef fat fries. They were crisp but not as crunchy as I had imagined. They were also a bit pricy at $6. Though it was a good amount of fries. They are primarily a whole animal butcher/meat market but they do have sandwiches and burgers. Service was friendly and courteous but there were a lot of online or call in orders so my order took a bit longer. I ate on one of the few seats outside. There's a small parking lot that they share with the surrounding businesses but also some on the street. If you like a meaty burger like the friendly try the dry aged burger. If you like a fresher burger like Hodads or In n out give the double cheese burger a try.

su horario es de 8am a 7pm de lunes a sabado tienen gran…read morevariedad de carne de res y de puerco fresca de canal y embutidos

Best place to buy your meats and take back to San Diego for cookouts. Highly recommend it.read more

Great neighborhood butcher, excellent quality at a fair price. Only note to be aware they don't…read moretake credit cards; Venmo or cash

Yay-- so happy I found an amazing butcher shop in my neighborhood! They make some DELICIOUS…read moresausages. I wanted to make pizza so I got the spicy Italian & pepperoni sausages for it, and both of them were soooo tasty. Three sausages + the $6 basil pesto totaled a little over $18. Of course $12 for three sausages isn't particularly sustainable for a lot of us, but when it's a special occasion or you're wanting to treat yourself, it's very worth it :) The staff is great, and the place is located in an area a lot of parking and close to balboa. The basil pesto was also really yummy, I added a little lemon to it because I love a little more citrus in mine and it really made all the flavors pop.

Great friendly service. Very knowledgeable staff. Great meat!!!!!Excellent products…read more No need to shop elsewhere. C u there!

I was preparing my selfie stick to take a photo of me beside the cow figure outside this store…read more Some grumpy employee of this store stares at me, flexing. He's giving me his childish version of evil eye. I don't appreciate some paranoid butcher treating me like a criminal because of a quick photo session OUTSIDE the store. At least he succeeded at showing how unprofessional and disrespectful he is. It's pointless to shop at a store where I'm treated like crap. I'll buy my meat elsewhere. Indeed, the best meat shop in this neighborhood is The Meatery at 6160 Fairmont Ave.

My husband and I are staying at the Hyatt. He walked down to this market to check it out as I was…read morerecovering from surgery. He came back to the room extremely happy toting bags of goodies. He found tortas, burritos, tortillas, salsa. He said everyone was very nice to him. He doesn't speak Spanish (not even a little). He has given up so much for me this week and to see him happy about a torta and nice people made me feel good. The lady making the meat made it fresh in front of him! Now I want some rice pudding so I might send him back to see if they have any!

I almost drove right past this spot, but something told me, Nah... pull in!! Best decision of the…read moreday... Walked inside thinking I was just gonna grab a burger, and next thing I know I'm wandering around looking at all the meats, marinades, sauces, chips, drinks, and sandwiches like I was about to host a backyard BBQ for the whole neighborhood. This place is dangerous if you like to cook. I asked the guy behind the counter what I should order because I wasn't trying to make a bad decision. Without hesitation he said, Aged Burger and the Philly.....Say less. We grabbed those and ordered the fries extra crispy because that's the only way fries should be eaten. Man... everything was hella good. The burger was juicy, the Philly hit the spot, and those extra crispy fries disappeared way faster than I want to admit.... They've got plenty of outdoor seating too, so we just kicked back, ate, and enjoyed the vibe. I already know every time I'm in the area I'm coming here because wise ox is greater than shake shack I'm Js!

Upscale sandwiches and butcher shop. Pretty pricy on butcher shop but the quality is there for…read moresire. Sandwich prices are on par for the area and were yummy.

Thank you for providing drive thru service during these crazy times we are living in. it is now…read morepart of our Friday errands . Great customer service experience. in and out and painless in minutes. Everything we have gotten has been delicious. My personal favorites are the flat irons and the Thai chicken . Once again thank you for being there for our community. #shoplocal

Here is a real butcher market that has been THE source for marinated flank steak for Carne Asada…read more If you are in the area and are planning to do some outdoor grilling, this is the mecca for marinated flank steak for your carne asada. American Customs allows you to bring back marinated flank steak to the US, so pick up some extra for home use. All you have to do is pick up a sack of mesquite charcoal from any store in Rosarito Beach and start a very hot fire. Pick up some fresh tortillas from any local supermarket along with some fresh salsa (salsa cruda). Toss these steaks on the grill and you are an instant expert in Mexican cuisine. Applause, Applause, Applause. Pablo's and Alicia's - accept no substitute. Muy authentico. It supplied every tardeada, boda and Quinceañera I have attended in Baja.

The meat was local and never frozen. The rest of the store was not exciting. I'll definatly be…read moreback for meats