This was the first time visiting the physical location here at Martin's meats. We have eaten the…read moreBBQ on several different occasions because when my youngest was in Jr High at Tevis the school would have Martin's Meats cater for the band fundraisers and we would always love the food and we have grabbed food when they are at the Farmer's Market. We always talked about visiting, but every time we are downtime we don't ever think of this place. We ended up here because our original choice for lunch was super busy and there was no parking so we drove around and I said.... Hey let's go to Martin's meats, we haven't had their food in a minute. When we got there, it wasn't busy at all. The people there was super duper nice. I actually enjoyed our interaction, I could be wrong but I think the one that took our orders was Martin himself. He was very pleasant, I didn't know what to get, he didn't pressure us or anything and allowed us to take our time. I want to say that the sweet lady in the back was his wife and she was helping with the orders too. While we waited for our food I did notice that they were giving out food to homeless people asking for food. In a time where people are struggling and the economy is the way it is, I really loved seeing this. When you walk in, it's not just a BBQ spot, it's also a cute little grocery store/meat market with fresh produce. There's not a lot of tables to sit at, but they don't have too many people dining in so you wont have a hard time finding a place to sit. The prices are decent and they have something for everyone. I would love to come back again, even though it's a little drive away. Parking is not too bad either since it's not that busy, but if you don't want to head downtown, I believe they still go out to the Farmer's Market every weekend, but I absolutely recommend Martin's meats, the BBQ is delicious. :-)

Had it at the farmers market today. Deep pit and trtip were tasty. I loved all the sauces. Bbq…read moresauce was tasty as were the hot and mild salsas. Got two plates. Lots of food. Very affordable. Sides were just okay

great quality meat, prices are really good. fast friendly service. You go in there get a price…read morelist, tell the person your order and wait about 30 minutes, it's fast and easy.

Polite and fast the time I went. Cut to order. No display case or anything. That wasn't my favorite…read morepart.

I love this market! they always know wassup and how i like my carne! the meat is always good and…read moreclean store. 10/10 recommend.

Supporting local…read more Meat is what I typically order here. No issue by far Service is professional and humble Clean place

A Plus quality everything…read more The meats are primo top quality and the selection is also top notch Steaks, prime rib, Tomahawks, and a plethora of links to choose from And all the workers are friendly, know their products well and are full of good recommendations. Highly suggest trying the jalapeño bacon MacN Cheese sausage! Ambiance is warm and welcoming as well.

Family members have been raving about this place for quite some time as an excellent source for…read morequality meats. We live on the other side of town but made the drive to check it out. It's a cool looking store with lots of great stuff. Everything is beautifully displayed. This is a great place for someone who loves the barbecue. On this day we chose some seasoned chicken thighs, and a package of seasoned chili Verde. The people are great. They are very helpful with giving you ideas on how to prepare the different meats. We wandered around and checked out the variety of products they offer. The store is laid out very nicely. On checkout, we mentioned it was our first visit there, and we got two free sausages of our choice. Can't beat that. We cooked the chicken thighs that night. They were tender and delicious. We had the chili verde day yesterday. We slow cooked it in the afternoon, and enjoyed it in the evening. This is a very comfortable place to shop and we're looking at going back. If you haven't checked out Butcher's Block, make sure you do.

Ive been doing business with them since 2021, today I bought buffalo chicken wings from here and it…read morewas already expired since 6/1/25. I tried contacting them to work it out or at least inform them and they told me the manager would call me, 30 minutes to an hour no call back, no message, no nothing. I went to them and they refused to exchange them for better dates and I told them many times they're not supposed to sell expired meats and they tried to accuse me of lying, took back the meat and refunded me but also banned me from being a returning customer that has been coming to this business since after the pandemic.

My first time going and I was amazed by the cleanliness, no nasty smell. The meat is top quality &…read morefresh. Loved the customer service very kind ready to help. I highly recommend this place.

This is the place my family swears by for carne asada, and after trying it myself, I completely…read moreunderstand why. The carne asada here is incredibly flavorful, tender, and perfectly seasoned. It always turns out so delicious on the grill that I find myself wishing I could pack some up and bring it all the way back to Los Angeles with me! My dad absolutely loves grilling whenever we come to visit, and without fail, this is the only market we buy our carne asada from. It's become a family tradition at this point, and every cookout is something we all look forward to. Beyond the amazing meat selection, the market itself is clean, organized, and easy to shop. Everything is neatly stocked, making it simple to find what you need without feeling overwhelmed. The employees are always friendly, welcoming, and happy to help, which makes the experience even better. Whether you're stopping by for their famous carne asada or just picking up groceries, this is a neighborhood market that's definitely worth visiting. It's easy to see why my family has remained loyal customers, and I'll always look forward to coming back every time I'm in Bakersfield.

Best in town! Great employees, amazing options, small…read morelocation but has everything you need.

I love this carniceria. Since it's my cousin's go-to meat market, I've been here with her several…read moretimes now. Because she comes here all the time, and because the owner already knows her order, we are usually in and out in under two minutes. Meaning, I never get enough time to explore. Walking in to the shop, the very first thing one notices is how clean it is, which is obviously a great start. Next, my eyes are drawn to a long line of brightly colored salsas, which look mouth-watering. Moving towards the meat, which is in the back of the store, one passes through small but skillfully sourced aisles of produce and Mexican staples such as mole, various forms of tortillas, Mexican hot chocolate, a deep freezer full of La Michoacana paletas, and so much more. (I am proud of the fact that, during my most recent trip to Bakersfield, I got my cousin's kids hooked on La Michoacana mangonada flavored bars. They're an excellent fat-free alternative to ice cream.) In the front of the store are three fridges full of beverages, including bottled Mexican soft drinks produced with cane sugar. Along with everything I've already mentioned, the meat is fire. It's always perfectly seasoned and/or marinated, and comes out delicious no matter which one of us cooks it. All of our experiences with this shop have been positive, and I definitely recommend giving them a try if you're in town.

I came in looking to support a local butcher, but left completely disappointed. I asked about…read moreprices since nothing was labeled, and instead of helping, the guy snapped, "go somewhere cheaper." Then, while I was just talking to my mom, he looked at me and mocked me saying "Ay la Cara de La Niña," like I was scared of the prices, totally uncalled for. Their card machine kept failing too, with constant connection errors. The whole vibe was rude and uncomfortable. Never coming back.

I was really impressed with Carniceria Gonzales. I love the set up. Feels it is a private and fancy…read morecarniceria. Everything is good quality, clean, service was outstanding and the salsa they are branding out is amazing.

Came on a Friday for the Gator Tacos!!!! Bomb!!! They never disappoint.... Service is always top…read morenotch, very welcoming. Quality is great, they have a very nice setup, the inside is clean, with many different options, great selection of spices/rubs/sauces....they will address all your needs give them a shot. I definitely recommend this place to friends & family.

A hidden gem! I went in, specifically looking for New York strip, and got two of the most beautiful…read moreNYS steaks I have ever seen. I didn't take any photos of them before, but please take my word for it. The guys are incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, and did a nice job of upselling me on compound butter after I told them I was planning to make my own. And as always, USDA, prime meat can be pricey, but it's so worth it. (Pic is of my finished steaks resting)

So we went based on all the good reviews and pretty much have found our now go to spot for meats!…read more Thanks everyone for telling me basically I should go and try out there meats which we are so glad to have done! Super service great tasting steaks and we are from Texas! Tomorrow we are trying the lamb chops