Let me give you a disclaimer, I don't eat a lot of meat. I have been here twice. I was dragged here…read moreby a friend of mine who recently moved to this sleepy little hamlet to work at a nearby university. From what I tasted, the meat is very good. I don't know that it is in the category of Lobels in New York or Peoria Packing of Chicago, but from what I had, it was very good. I also just learned that the Senator Restaurant in Toronto uses Cumbrae's beef. I haven't been back to the Senator since 1991, but it was at that time, a very good restaurant. My review is not for the meat, it is for the staff. I don't frequent butcher shops, but my past experiences have been very different from this shop. There are no old, grumpy, loud men in bloodied white coats here. Instead, they seem to have found a stable of really hot, cute young girls that love to handle raw meat. I don't get it, but each one is cuter and prettier than the next. Brunettes, blondes, red heads, its like the Sunday Funday girls of the Playboy Mansion are working here. I could cast a Bravo reality show here."The cute coeds of Cumbraes." You could do a calendar that would make the Tempe 12 look ordinary. The guys in the back are also young, like a college hockey team. I am not sure if this hiring is on purpose, or the norm for small Canadian butcher shops, but it works. I think even hardcore vegans would have a hard time avoiding this place.

Simply the best butcher in Ontario....which means it's the best meat, butched perfectly, with great…read morestaff. If you like (love) bacon, and haven't tried Cumbraes bacon, stop reading this review immediately and get down their to buy some. You don't truly love bacon until you've had Cumbraes bacon.

They have a huge selection of freshly butchered, pre-marinated and deli style meats to choose from…read more Youll also find a wide variety of cheeses, sauces and frozen foods. On many occasions, I've bought the white shish chicken & the chaplee to grill at home. Salt and other seasonings are on-point. Ps - they have a points system so you can redeem those points towards your purchases.

Staff was very helpful, and the quality of meat was really good!! Pre marinated and lots of…read morevariety. Recommend spicy tawook.

Today i bought a Tomahawk, Best steak I've ever had. Everything they sell is top quality. I'll…read moredefinitely be going back.

I just want to add the customer service here is above and beyond. When I order, especially cuts…read morethat are clearly for a special occasion, they call me to make sure I get exactly what I want. And when I predictably say "I'm not sure! I just want it to be delicious and nice and special!" They always, always deliver. It's such a rare experience and I adore them!

Meat is serious business. You sell me a bad piece of meat and I'm gonna snap like a rabid Martha…read moreStewart and beat you over the head with a day old baguette. Oh by the way, did I mention my husband was Italian? He knows knee caps pretty good. Budda boom budda bing. I'm a shopper who should come with a warning sign that reads "You fuck up my meat and I'll fuck up your meat". Witteveen Meats is my go to place for meats when I'm making my Saturday morning grocery run at the SLM. The meat case is absolutely pristine and that is a big selling point for me. Even on the customer side of the glass you'll rarely seem any smudgy finger prints. Meat cleanliness is an important sign and tells me that these are people I want to do business with. It was a frosty Saturday morning when my kindred spirit in meat, Shari M. and I hit up the SLM to stock up on our provisions and meat was one of them. I have been tutoring Shari in the fine art of making Bolognese sauce so she needed her some extra lean ground beef and some lean ground pork. I steered her in the direction of Witteveens which was perfect because it was kitty corner to the table and chairs we had managed to snag while giving some mouth to mouth to an absolutely perfect, juicy and fully loaded back bacon on a bun from the Carousel Bakery. Witteveen Meats is one of the largest, if not, the largest purveyor of meats in the SLM. They sell some beautifully stuff pork loins filled with everything from fresh rosemary to dried fruits. Their French prepped lamb racks are a thing of beauty. Korean short ribs are fucking amazing and only take 3-4 minutes on the 'cue. There is every kind of beef imaginable available on the butcher counter. Price is accordingly scaled....tenderloin, grain fed, Alberta beef, it's all over the place. Yesterday they had strip loins on for 8 bucks a piece. I bought two and turned them in to Beef Strognoff, enough for two meals. I also picked up a fresh air chilled roasting chicken for ten buck which is about to get sodomized with a beer can and strapped to the Weber later today. The best thing about hanging out at Witteveen Meats on a Saturday morning is the chance to have some potty mouth exchanges with Toronto Maple leaf hockey legend and all around bad ass guy, Eddie "Clear the track....here comes" Shack. He had Shari and I just splitting a gut laughing. Meat and laughter together, What a great way to warm up a freezing winter day.

So I walked into the St. Lawrence Market this morning looking for some grass fed beef liver. I was…read moreimmediately drawn to the Witteveen's store by the giant poster that advertised local, organic, antibiotic-free, and grass fed meats. I asked one of the employees if they had any grass fed beef liver, and he said their beef liver was from cows that were grass fed and then topped off with grains to add in some fat. I then asked if he was 100% sure that it was grass fed. He checked with his co-worker who also assured me that it was indeed grass fed. I purchased 1.8 Lbs of liver for $28.62 believing that it was grass fed. Once I returned home, I visited the website of the farm that produces the meat. To my utter disbelief, the farm openly states that their meat is corn-fed. I immediately called Witteveen back and enlightened them on the fact that their meat is NOT grass fed. The responses, as I anticipated were "Oh, we were told it was" and "we didn't know" and "the owner is not in today but you can call back on Monday". Needless to say I retuned the liver to the store and got a full refund. As a goodwill gesture, they offered me free meat to make up for the lie. I politely declined and left the store. I later visited Wittevens website which turned out to be equally misleading. The website suggests that Witteveens is a 5-generation old dutch family run company. It's not. It's owned by a guy named Sainu Kanichirakal - clearly not from Holland. I am ok with the fact that they don't sell grass-fed beef liver (it's very hard to find), but don't BS your customers!

Best butcher in Bloordale and beyond…read more I've been living in this neighborhood for almost 10 years and every time I walk into VG's, I'm welcomed like I'm part of the family. With old-world Italian vibes, the service is top-notch. The meat too. I especially like their sausages, which are quite affordable for the large portions. They also have a ton of dry goods and pantry items so it's more than just a carnivore's paradise. If you're looking for a shop that has everything you need for the perfect summer BBQ, this place is it.

Visited the store on Thursday 1/2 hr before closing, and Nick and his colleague were very welcoming…read moreto me and other latecomers. I got a dry-aged 45+ aged steak. It was beautiful. Nick was very helpful in suggesting the preparation and for his advice on BBQ'g it, dry brine, and seasoning. Thank you.

Amazing selection of all kinds of meat, deli, sausages, sauces, condiments, broths, prepared and…read morefrozen foods. Expect to pay more than the regular grocery store but you know you're getting good quality. Sanagan's Meat Locker is not just another butcher shop, it's a meat lover's paradise. They cater to diverse palate ensuring there's something for everyone including offering seasonal and local game meats. But beyond the exceptional quality of their meats, what truly elevates Sanagan's is their outstanding customer service. The staff is not only knowledgeable but also incredibly friendly. They take the time to understand your needs and preferences and provide personalized recommendations. This is my go to place for when I need to buy quality meat to make a perfect dinner at home or impress guests for that special occasions.

I absolutely love Sanagan's Meat Locker. I've been going to Sanagan's for 5 years now and I can't…read morebelieve I've never reviewed it. Sanagan's Meat Locker is not just a Butchery, but also a market that showcases many high quality artisanal and local products. Their meats are always high quality and enhances whatever recipe you are using. There's also an educational aspect to Sanagan's. If you subscribe to their newsletter, or buy Peter Sanagan's book, you learn so much about what cuts of meat to use with what types of dishes, you discover hidden gems in cuts of meat, not to mention fantastic recipes. I had never heard of flat iron steaks (one of the most tender cuts of beef and very affordable) before Sanagan's and now it's a staple in my household. You are also able to order cuts of meat that are not available at the counter (I ordered duck hearts once) as well as order ahead online. The housemade sauces and charcuterie made by Sanagan's are also delicious. They might be slightly higher priced than supermarket brands, but they're highly worth it. Everyone is also super friendly and helpful at Sanagan's, you just know that they're being treated well there.

The other reviewers were right about the prices--they are universally outrageous. A small container…read moreof Mexican Street Corn was $20. The corn was delicious, but for the quantity it is robbery. Two sausage rolls were just okay--pastry was damp, sausage was middling. Baseball stadiums have better. Food trucks have tastier. A few other things were good, but worth the money? Only as a gallon container, not a lunch-sized morsel. We did not encounter any rudeness--everyone was just fine. Weather was good though. Oh...the small mac & cheese we got was superb. I mean, sure, it's mac&cheese but still: great flavor, topping, thick cheesy sauce. That was memorable. Is it overpriced? Peobably not for the area--lota of multi million dollar homes in the neighborhood. Catered lunches over lawn bowling will be tasty. For a picnic...maybe look elsewhere. I suspect Cumbrae's knows exactly who they are.

Amazing meats and prepared food. Love the burgers. Prepared…read moresandwiches and salads are amazing.

Excellent veriety, great quality and service. You can always find what Meat cuts you're looking…read morefor. Unbelievable value and prices.