I'm a bit of a market novice when it comes to shopping for and actually buying meat and veg. I've…read moregot to be honest and admit that I've always watched the hustle and bustle of the markets in Birmingham from a safe distance. However, having a young family and in these financially challenged times, I thought I should bite the bullet and give it a go as an actual customer, rather than mere browser. Being the coward that I am, I went with my Mum for moral support. She knows what to look for when buying meat and veg. In these days of cellophane packaged supermarket goods, the market produce can seem very daunting. After some hints from Mum and watching her in action, I went for it at A P Doherty's. I wanted to write this review to recommend them because of the amazing deal we got. I think Ryan (the guy behind the counter) mistook my hesitancy for reluctance to spend, whereas I was trying to work out what he was talking about and whether I was getting good value. There are loads of butchers and poultry specialists but these guys gave great value. I got so much chicken and gammon for £20 that the bag burst carrying it to the car.

Although Cotteridge is a fairly busy shopping area (you can't call it a High Street as such as the…read moreoutlets are shoehorned either side of a couple of small roundabouts) there aren't that many shops to chose from. It's a surprise therefore that it can support two independent, family-run butchers shops. This one is slightly better than the Peter Gumbley outlet around the corner on Pershore Road and also doubles as a deli, with a fair selection of meats and cheeses. This place starts and finishes earlier than its rival around the corner, and if you go in after 3pm you are more than likely to find them clearing up for the day as they close at 4pm. All in all, though, a very good butchers.

This is a good quality butchers and I have been in here a few times and always left feeling happy…read morewith my purchases. The meat is all British and the guys that work there are very friendly and willing to help. I have often asked them for cooking advice and what cuts of meat they would recommend and they have always been helpful and informative. The prices are moderate, if not a little pricey, but that does not bother me as I know that the meat is fresh and is of a high standard. It is also very clean and tidy inside, which is a good sign for me. There has also always been a queue when I have been in which shows the popularity of the place. Overall, I think that this butchers is worth a visit if you live locally or are just passing through.

This friendly butcher's shop knows a thing or two about customer service. They also know a lot…read moreabout meat. It is very swish, with sliding doors, marble floors and big screen TVs behind the counters. Don't worry though; the staff are true Cradley Heathens - warm, friendly and down to earth. They jokingly tease me for being "a bit posh for around here", which is quite the compliment for a girl from Coseley. The fresh and locally reared meat is excellent quality, I'm a big fan of their smoked streaky bacon. They will happily order in more obscure cuts if you ask in advance. The best thing about Scriven and Thornton's has to be the deli counter. It is piled high with all sorts of cooked meats, pies, cheeses and Scotch eggs. They also serve the most incredible hot pork sandwiches - complete with crackling, applesauce and bread dipped in gravy. Understandably, the queue gets big at lunchtimes.

Best butchers in town - possibly even the West Midlands. Sausages are excellent, as is all their…read moremeat, and far and above what you get in the neighbouring Lidl and Tesco stores. Staffed by some great guys who really know their stuff, and are more than happy to bone, mince and chop whatever cuts you need, and give you great advice on how best to cook it. Prices are also on a par with the big supermarkets, which considering how much better the stuff is, is a proper bargain.

The butcher's selection in Birmingham keeps getting better and now I have found Yew Tree butchers,…read moreI will never again find it hard to buy quality meat. I was most surprised by the selection of roasting joints they have on offer here. I bought a large side of beef for a Sunday roast and some pork scratchings for the journey home. The pork scratchings were delicious and everyone enjoyed the beef on the day I cooked it. If there is a piece of meat there that is too big for your occasion then they will cut it down to a more ample size for you, no questions asked. I would be happy to come back here again because the quality of the meat is so good. I'm fed up with pre wrapped meats in supermarkets so I need a good selection of butchers close to my home. This one has ticked all the boxes.

I have shopped at this butchers for over twenty years and yes it is the best one around. The…read moreservice is second to none and the meat is the best you will ever get/eat. great staff great meat.

Offering an impressive range of high quality meats at even more impressive prices, this friendly…read morelocal butcher's shop is one of the best in Kingstanding by far. Unlike most butcher's, Walter Smith's is open of a Sunday from 10am-4pm and its extensive range of meats and cut-price, bulk-buy offers is difficult to match. The store is pleasantly clean on the inside and its displays are always well laid-out and incredibly enticing. Seldom seen delicacies are available on cut-price offers and the store's selection of seasoned burgers and sausages during the summer months is second to none. On a recent visit, I purchased 3 trays of ready-to-cook peri peri chicken for just £5! The meat is always of a good standard, the staff are friendly and the store's wide range of great deals is simply superb. Highly recommended.

When we lived in Bearwood we used to shop for meat at Dave Patrick's butcher. Son Jamie, Craig and…read moreLea are always pleased to see you and have a chat. The quality of the meat goes without saying at very reasonable prices. We now live in Telford and regularly travel back to Bearwood for our meat from Jamie now his dad has retired. It is without hesitation that I recommend this shop. Keep up the good work !

The Meat Centre is a butchers shop situated on Soho Road. What you would expect to see at a…read morebutchers is what you will find at The Meat Centre. From meat to chicken to pork sausages, these are some of the things you will find here. I have brought some sausages and cooked them at home. They tasted brilliant and I ended up having some hot dogs. I have also brought some chicken legs and thighs from here and used them to make a Thai Green Chicken curry. Again the chicken itself was excellent and I have no doubts I will be back. I do have to travel some way to get to Handsworth from West Bromwich but it is worth the travelling because I know I am guaranteed quality food from here. Staff are excellent which makes this place even better.

Ahhh Mick the Meat. This guy has been a staple of my meals for, quite literally, years now in…read moreBirmingham. A refrigerator van on the corner of the outdoor market might be initially off-putting, but bear with me while I relate the tale of dear of Mickey M... So, I have lived in the Jewellery Quarter for around... Ohhh... 7/8 years now. When I first moved in my budget was majorly overstretched (working a shop job on minimum wage) so shopping on Birmingham Markets was really my only viable choice to actually get some fruit, veg and meat on the plate 7 days a week. We (me and the other half) very quickly came across Mick's van on the corner of the market (opposite the Bullring Tavern). For a bargainous £10 note, Mick furnished us with chicken breasts, steak, pork chops, lamb chops, a pack of bacon and sausages. All of the meat was great quality and ever since that first encounter we have been firm fans. We now tend to go for a £20 bundle and get much the same (except with the occasional bit of stewing steak, chicken portions and whole chickens in the mix). Just £20 tends to sort us out for meat for around 6 weeks (keeping in mind we have at least two vegetarian meals in a week). A trip to see Mick is always like visiting an old friend. If you haven't been back for a while he will enquire as to what you've been up to (in a friendly way, not a pushy one), ask how life's going and let you know about any new or exciting stock he's managed to lay his hands on. We've had everything from Turkey crowns the size of your head to duck breasts from him in the past and it's always been great quality at a great price. If you're looking for something to BBQ, he offers set packages at a set price but state your budget and let him know what you're looking for he will set you up with the best deal you can get. Don't get me wrong, you can certainly get a wider selection in the Indoor markets; but if you're looking to buy meat for a family you won't find better value than Mick The Meat and his big white van.

For all your pork needs what a super butcher,very helpful…read moreTop quality He is just a pork man so don't expect anything else.