Whenever my girlfriend and I want to make some delicious at home hot pot or KBBQ - we always go to…read moreSaikou. Not only do they have premium meats, cut to perfection, but their service and warmth provides a great experience which is missing in some of the bigger box stores/butcher shops. The meat is wonderfully packaged, and they are more than happy to make recommendations for the meal or feast you're about to have. 10/10 - and we'll keep coming back!

So happy to have a trendy meat store in the neighborhood ever since stater brothers on hazard…read moreclosed down. The meat selection here is great whether you want to grill or have hot pot or even Shabu their selection is very fair and so are their pricing. There is always someone willing to help you with your questions on whether or not if you wanna cook these meats or for the event you're trying to set them up for as well. I was greeted the moment I walked in and was left to browse at my own pace until I requested help. The cashier was extremely friendly :)

My father in law born in '58 was raised in West Grove and before moving closer to main street, grew…read moreup going to this family owned business here (he claimed he remembered seeing the original family members who started it all) with his mother and grandmother. My own parents lived around the corner for 30 years before recently moving. My dad and I always used to race here to get our weekend dinner supplies. All in all, this is a great shop. Personable people (family owned for sure), affordable prices, GREAT quality food, clean and full of history. I've even heard from other people who grew up in the area all the way at my work in LA county who rave about that store. My folks may have moved to another state and my father in law is no longer with us, but I for one will keep getting my best meats at this butcher's shop!

I've been going to Brees' on and off for over a decade. I'm honestly surprised I hadn't 5 stars…read morethem sooner. All sandwiches are $12-15 depending on what you order. I got the $15 Italian with everything and it was loaded with fresh veggies, Boar's Head meats and cheese, mayo, mustard, etc. Previously I've gotten sliced meat by the pound as well. Staff is helpful and if you aren't sure what cut you want to buy on the raw meats...just ask! The customer behind me said his Dad wanted pork chops to smoke on the Traeger. They helped him pick the right cut & optional if you want it seasoned or as is. There's a few potatoes, onions, and seasoning in the shelves. A great one stop shop option! (The Char crust brand is great.)

A butcher shop that sells a decent variety of meats and cuts…read more Was recommended for shabu shabu related cuts by a friend. Place is small where 3 people would make the place feel crowded but as it's a stop, shop, and go, it is perfect. Quality and prices of their meats are good. Friendly and patient cashier. I look forward to semi-frequenting this place for when I have my thin sliced cut cravings.

I'm surprised I haven't wrote about this place. This CAB meat Market is a hidden gem in Garden…read moreGrove next to BCD tofu house and arirang market. Own by the local Vietnamese Family, it sells some of the best marbled meat at a reasonable price. This butcher meat store has ribeye that is sliced thinly enough for pho at an affordable price as well as various other meats in the refrigerator such as brisket, seasoned marinated short ribs (galbi), probably venison and goat meat if you ask. Each meat has a great amount of intramuscular fats that melts in your mouth as you eat pho or even Shabu. I would buy 2 pounds of this every time, enough for a family of 4 or 5. I can see behind the counter that the butchers are busy slicing the meat away daily. If they don't have it in the fridge, they will slice it for you as you order. You can tell this place is honest and quality by the amount of yelp stars it has! That's very rare.

I went to Sections Deli yesterday to pick up sandwiches that I had already called in. I only needed…read moreto pay and grab my order, but owner Ryan told me he was going to ring up two other customers first. I didn't mind waiting, but it felt like he was intentionally taking his time. When it was finally my turn, he asked me to meet him on the other side of the store, handed me my bag, and said I looked mad and could have the sandwiches for free. I told him I was happy to pay, and he responded by telling me to "fuck off." I was shocked and asked if he had really just said that, and he doubled down and told me to get going. I've been a regular customer for years, but after being treated like that by the owner, I won't be back. Ryan came across as someone who grew up with a silver spoon in Newport Beach and thinks he can talk to customers however he wants. Unfortunately, they just lost two loyal customers.

Truly the best meats and service here! And I really enjoy the other grocery items available. This…read moreis the kind of quality that we need in Costa Mesa.

I haven't bought their meat, but it looks to be very high quality, and their cleanliness standards…read moreare very high. Their sandwiches are excellent. I've had the pastrami, French dip, and meatball, all of which were great. The French rolls they use are high quality, same with the meat, and they don't skimp on portions. After tax, they come out to $17-18 if I'm not mistaken, and given the price of the chain sandwich places and the quality of ingredients they offer, I think it's great value. Staff is also very welcoming and easy to deal with. Definitely worth a try!

The Meat Company is a butcher in Los Alamitos that's next door to Original Fish Company and Polly's…read morePies. They have high-quality cuts of meats and a small, but nicely curated shop with delicious snacks and pantry staples. I like to come here for their picanha, priced at $19.99 a lb. Usually $20 allows me to walk out the door with two modestly sized steaks that become spectacular when they're finished on my stainless-steel pan at home. I also like their frozen meatballs in their freezer, which adds some really nice savory flavors to my spaghetti and meatballs. They have really high end cuts of meat like wagyu and Japanese A5 meats here; however, that's not really what I come looking for. Their pantry is nicely stocked with quality ingredients. It's hard to not pass up their delicious pork rinds (from 4505 or Southern Recipe) or Mutti marinaras. And if I don't feel like cooking, I can come for lunch in order to walk away with a sandwich that they can make for me. Overall, this is a small shop, that's thoughtfully stocked with some really high-quality ingredients for me to make a nice dinner at home!

Deli and service... Excellent!!!…read more Enjoyed a Pastrami sandwich with a pickle and potato salad. Sandwich is quite large and very filling. The place is nice and tidy, great customer service! There is a lot to choose. I did purchase home made banana bread. I will be back!

We always come back for this delicious hot pastrami sandwich, never fails to amaze us. The pastrami…read moreis super tender, well seasoned, the right amount of sweet and sour from the coleslaw and pickle, I mean what more can you ask for?! Come here and try this sandwich already!

I got the Wagyu beef and chicken breast with a double order of the macaroni salad, and overall, the…read morefood was delicious. The Wagyu was savory without being overly rich, and the chicken breast was lean but still really flavorful. They give you the choice between the regular chicken, which is dark meat and a little more savory, or the chicken breast, which is the leaner option. Personally, I eat a lot of lean meat, so pairing the Wagyu with the chicken breast was perfect for me. I also chose a double order of the macaroni salad for both of my sides instead of the kale salad or the other original side. It was a little extra, but completely worth it. It's hard to find places with really good macaroni salad, and this one did not disappoint. I really enjoyed the entire plate. The food came out very quickly, the service was great, and I'll definitely be coming back.

We went to Wagyu Meat and Grill on our son's recommendation. It is on the same plaza where…read moreFatburger used to be. The place is relatively small so if you're coming for lunch, plan accordingly. I selected the Wagyu plate and it came with 2 sides. I paid extra for the macaroni salad and the fried egg. I posted pictures of what my party ordered as well. Prices are reasonable and the food is served quickly. The store also sells frozen meat. I wasn't able to finish my meal, all the better because I now have dinner.

So glad we have such a high quality butchery store in this neighborhood. The staff are five star,…read morevery friendly. Love getting raw meat from there. The grass fed fillet mignon when cooked has such a nice flavor, not like that ones you get from commercial stores. Love how affordable chicken and pork is. Tried their bacons and sausages. All on point and delicious.

ordered online and the sandwiches were ready relatively quickly. i liked both the white bread and…read moreciabatta. the italian sandwich had pesto and the dressing was really good. i think next time i'd opt out of the guacamole for the lemon pepper chicken sandwich. they also sell meat and a lot of other things inside!

Wow what a great experience! The staff starts to set your table as you're walking up to the door!…read moreTalk about efficient use of time. Sunday early dinner around 430pm. Ordered Combo C- with pork & Kim chee stew as our stew choice. Banchan of: Kimchee (very good, not too spicey, garlicky full of umami), bread & butter type pickle slices, cabbage & red pickled beet combo, mustard green(?), and pickled white radish/daikon. Interesting unexpected banchan. Staff sets up and cooks/cuts the meat for you. Much like Mo Rak Do up the street does. Combo C has a variety of pork pieces. Excited to try pork jowl for the first time. Ample portions. All fresh with the added bonus of aging sticker info for the pork belly. All the meats were VERY good. The belly had a nice distribution of fat to meat ratio. The jowl had high fat content with a slightly firmer bite to it. Great choice. We selected the pork & kimchee stew. Also very good. A side thinly sliced green onion salad also served. The dipping ingredients: course sea salt, wasabi, sweetened shoyu with garlic/green onion bits, & a samjang mixture. All very tasty. Course salt is a nice upgrade. Beautifully presented. Plenty of staff to attend to your table. Menu also has add'l meats to add for a larger group (table of 6 to our right). Honestly I was glad it was my female cousin & I. Too much competition to grab our meat portions if the 2 piglets had to share. A definite return in the near future. Yes, these aren't all you can eat prices. Because it's above AYCE quality meats. This place is a winner all around for service, food quality, adequate venting, parking isn't bad (strip mall). One thing noticed. I never did get my one bowl of rice. Gotta have meat & rice right? Well...miss piggy didn't miss it.

Sookdal is a Korean BBQ spot specializing in wet and dry aged pork. They have limited beef…read moreselections; however, it's the pork that they're known for. I went with their "Combo B", which came with three types of pork for $69. They grill the meats for you and the meat was nicely crusted with a crispy exterior and juicy interior. It's perfect. What brings the experience to another level is their pickled vegetables, kimchi, and scallion salad, which brings acidity to balance out the fatty pork. Then you also have some nice seasonings (soybean paste, wasabi, salt, and seasoned soy) to give some other flavor variations to the meat. We asked for a side of rice, which was perfectly steamed. This was a great meal that was worth the cost.

Fast, hot, and spicy. I stumbled upon this truck by accident looking for another taco stand…read more Definitely not disappointed with my discovery. I will say the truck itself is placed at a pretty dark corner of the street with some transient people nearby. Just an observation, nothing to do with the food or service. The service was fast and everything went smoothly when ordering, this place takes card if you don't have any cash. I ordered 1 al pastor burrito, 3 lengue tacos, 1 pastor taco, 2 tripas, and 2 cabeza. The order took about 10 minutes to complete even though I was the only customer. The self service bar had everything you needed, 4 separate sauces, cilantro, onion, radish, cucumber, limes, and pickled onions, jalapenos, and habaneros. I took it to go to eat at home and after the 10 minute drive and walk into my apartment everything was still super hot and smelt amazing. The pastor is some of the best I've had in a while, super flavorful and juicy. The lengue was tender, the cabeza almost had a tallow flavor, and the tripas was crispy. All excellent choices in my book. The sauces were spicy, however, in a blind taste test I don't think I could distinguish between any of them. Visually they were distinct but the flavor profiles were all very similar. Still good salsas overall, but if you're a diehard verde vs roja kinda person there really wasn't a difference in my opinion. Definitely worth trying out, hard to stand out too much with the multitude of taco shops/trucks around, but a good choice overall. Al Pastor has to be the highlight of the meat choices. Also Tuesday they offer 1.50 on a select choice of meats. For 1 burrito and 8 tacos my order came out to a little over 33 with tax, good bang for your buck.

Today I decided to try something a little different than my usual spot which is, "Brothers Tacos"…read moreon beach as well. I want to start by saying that I'm annoyed that they messed up my order and I got skimped my three tacos. I ordered 10 for me and my wife to share and they only gave me 7 of them (and yes I know, I should've checked before I left but long day and I was hungry.) I live about 10-12 mins away but if you know the traffic on beach and could've picked it up , $2.50 tacos to drive back there wasn't worth and it I just took the loss. Taste wise, they're okay nothing wow about it but they were dry and I'd also skip the horchata as well since it was watered down.