This place has been around as long as I can remember. As a kid my grandma used to bring me here when I visited in the mid 70's. You can imagine my excitement when in 2024 the same building I remember as a kid is still there. The smells, the flavor OMG I was so happy. I had not been to Porterville in over 40 years. And the one day I get back, Plano Jerky brought back all my fond memories of grandma and childhood. The treat of fresh jerky. Thank you Plano Jerky. Make some memories of your own with their awesome jerky. read more

Plano Jerky - Best Jerky in the world - Specialty Food Near Me - Porterville, California

The best jerky in existence, I've tried ALL jerky's and this little goldmine in porterville is the best humanity has ever offered it's so delicious read more

I've been hearing about this place since we have been staying in porterville back in September and finally got a change to visit. It is a really cute place, I expected it to be more dodgey, idk why it's just what I imagined! They obviously have more than just jerky. Dried fruit, nuts, pickled olives, chocolate, and candy. The ingredients are really good too, the things I looked at were made with whole food ingredients and the flavorings were made from the actual ingredient the flavor comes from. Not ubiquitous like "natural flavors" I got banana chips, orange almonds, dried mango, and peppery garlic jerky. I've tried everything but the bananas. The mango taste like a mango version of those orange slice candies. It's slightly sweet and so gummy! Love it! The orange almonds literally taste like I'm eating an orange, it's a weird sensation, like a crunchy delicious orange! The jerky was ok, I would say I was expecting more. The flavor is good, spicy (because we got the extra hot version). So the flavor was there but the texture and consistency of the jerky was a little flat. It was kinda dry, like I know jerky is dried meat, but it seemed dry like it was old. I do wanna try other jerky and see if it was just that bag. Also it seems like they have just a few staple flavors of jerky, nothing exciting just the normal flavors. Teriyaki, original, pepper, garlic. read more

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The absolute BEST in jerky..! Locally owned and operated and the best people!! My favorite..

First time customer, had heard of Plano from a friend and took a road trip. They were really helpful and friendly. Other customers were also most helpful and even bought us some candy to try! Good display and even packaged to size needed for gifting from the back. Small family operated and staff college students with good attitude. We are enjoying our purchases and will be returning. read more

Plano jerky has consistently provided quality meat and other products. I say chunky peppered is my favorite!

You are warmly greeted as you walk in. The smell of amazing beef is lingering in the air. The gift baskets and other local treasures are nicely displayed. Great prices. read more

The Jerky is amazing . The service is great warm and friendly. They even create gift packages to order.

Great stop on the way back from sequoia! Perfect snack for the road! Great selection and customer service!

Customer service was amazing, greeted as I first walked in. She made suggestions and allowed me to taste my options, so that was great. I bought 3 different bags and flavors, and the flavor is great, but this tastes like jerky that is stale and has been opened for months to dry out. I know jerky is dried beef, but this is beyond that. Not sure what to do, but my jaw can't handle this workout. read more

Plano Jerky has been a holiday or celebration staple in my family. As a kid, my father would travel up and down California and would always stop by, grab beef jerky, bring it home for my brother, our lab Ginger, and I. Plano Jerky holds memories and to this day continues to be our absolute favorite. The consistency and the flavor have never changed. I even enjoy the note on invoices saying thank you. It's the little things! While the selection is not the same since COVID, I hope soon stock will be back and I can buy chunky types. Thank you Plano Jerky for being around and your continued service to the community and all those who buy. I'm now sharing beef jerky with my new lab Hazel, as Ginger passed away some years ago and my father and brother now gets surprise boxes of Plano Jerky to enjoy. read more

Best Jerky hands down. The staff is always friendly, This is a must stop if you are traveling nearby it's worth it trust me.

Food service and ambiance. They do everything just right. Love the selection of jerky and other goodies. Staff are very friendly and helpful. I am a repeat customer and my family as well (even the ones from out of town). read more

I've purchased many other products of beef jerky and thrown them away or just not eaten them since I've tried Plano Jerky. Once you tried Plano there's no going back to the grocery store shelf of jerky selections. When you order it make sure you order by the pounds! 3Lbs lasted my wife and I only 2weeks and a few days longer. read more

I have not found a jerky better than Plano jerky! The chunky version is my favorite. Also the workers are very friendly and helpful.

I did not ask for the lady's name, but I showed up this afternoon and got 4 jars of jerky. She was so patient and kind answering my questions and helping me with the names of the jerky I wanted. They pack the jars to order and I have no doubt how delicious they will be when we eat them. Thank you so much for your help! Definitely recommend these jerky to everyone we know. I use to order them online but now that I make the commute to Porterville, decided to stop in and am so glad I did! They have soo much goodies to offer, so stop in if you happen to be in the area!! read more

A great shopping trip to Plano! We took a detour off the 99 on the way home from Oregon and it was well worth it! We stocked up on all our favorite jerky and snacks! Helping us get through these last few hours towards home. The girl behind the counter was soooo nice and helpful! My personal fave has gone from the original to now the Mild Peppered Teriyaki! Also love their garlic pistachios! Till we meet again Plano!! read more

I took my boyfriend back to the small town I grew up and showed him a taste of as many Porterville staples we could squeeze in during our short visit. Next to the Orange Works Cafe, Plano Jerky will always be at the top of the list. The store itself is small and the products are a little pricey. Last time we visited, I spent $28 on jerky. $28 dollars on BEEF JERKY. Who does that? I DO because it is worth every penny. I agree with Morty P., this is EASILY THE BEST beef jerky I've ever had! No artificial preservatives or flavoring; yet it is so tender, so juicy, so DELICIOUS! The Ho-Shi Teriyaki Beef Jerky is my absolute favorite! The feeling of purchasing a bag of jerky here is comparable to a kid on Christmas day who got exactly what they wanted. Beef, Soy Sauce (water, wheat, soybeans, salt), Sugar, Water, Sake, Salt, Lemon Juice, and Garlic. Doesn't get any better than that but BEWARE, that 8 oz bag will be gone within an hour ...max! read more

Plano Jerky - THE BEST JERKY AROUND! - Specialty Food Near Me - Porterville, California

I am giving this business 2 stars because of the last purchase. I used to buy jerky from Plano years ago when I lived in porterville. I have since move to Orange County and sent my my daughter in to buy a pound of jerky . Wow what a change. The jerky is definitely not the quality I was used to . I don't know what happened.? Change of ownership.? Change of management.? But the Quality of products was found lacking.. the bag of the peppered teriyaki looked like it was made from a bunch of scraps of meat with chewy threads all in it. The pepped original I purchased you couldn't even taste the pepper flavor.( This was sampled by more than one person by the way cause I like sharing.) so my review stands until the next visit if by chance I give them a second chance.? read more

When I visit my parents in Porterville, a visit to Plano Jerky is a must. This place is a staple of the community as well as the palate. Easily the best beef jerky I've ever had. Use caution, it's addictive. Support local business! read more

Got the chunky teriyaki beef jerky and was not as impressed as others. $9 a pack. Easy to find store. Small mom and pop store. Probably won't rush back. read more

This is one of those hole in the wall treat. We've been going here for years. Very unique in flavor for both jerky and other items such as candies and nuts. I've gone to them to pack birthday gifts and Christmas gifts. They provide gift bags, very inexpensive, professionally package. I've also had products shipped to my friend in the marines; reminder of home. My favorite is the peppered teriyaki. I try to stop by to pickup a few bags for my brothers, nieces, and nephew. I'm become an awesome sister and auntie. I've gifted to my friends at work and they love it. read more

Hands down amazing. Love Plano beef jerky chunky teriyaki you can't buy a better piece of jerky anywere in the world. GET SOME! read more

This s the best beef jerky ever. I have moved away and I still order 2 pounds every year. If you like spicy foods, the extra spicy with garlic is awesome! read more

Pretty good Jerky here. Super friendly staff that was very helpful and encouraged me to try all the free samples. I bought a sampler pack, and my favorite were the Teriyaki flavors in "chunky" I'll probably do an internet order next time, cause the 45 min drive from Visalia sucked. Definitely will repurchase here. Steve out. read more

I've always been a fan of Plano Jerky. But most recently, days following up to Christmas, I had a bad experience while shopping. Upon arrival, there was not any jerky in sight. So as I'm browsing what other items I could purchase, the worker at Plano Jerky on Henderson turned the lights off while I was still looking. I'm assuming this was a way for him to indicate he was closing rather than telling me it was time for me to leave. My recommendation is, if you find that it is getting close to closing hours, find it in your best interest to communicate that. Not turn off the lights as I'm still shopping. This one person made a bad representation of Plano Jerky's business. I will not be returning to purchase items in the future. read more

Plano Beef Jerky is always delicious. They do have a new location which I believe is a better place in town, and can bring in more traffic for the company. I highly recommend Plano Beef Jerky a.k.a. "Chuck Norris Chewing Gum." read more

Plano Jerky is one of the best beef jerky places you can go. Every person I have met loves this place and cannot go wrong giving as a gift!

Yum yum! Got extra hot teriyaki, holy shit, maybe we should have gotten a little less heat! Also got spicy garlic thick cut! Delish! Frog balls are a must! Spicy pickled Brussels! Super nice service and free tasters! read more

Great jerky, love that it is local. I'll buy some before heading out to the mountains for extended trips. This is one of the places I'd imagine Huell Howser checking out and learning its history and saying "WOW! Thats AMAzing!" read more

The best EVER. Seriously, why would you eat the store crap when you can get the mouth-watering goodness of Plano? Lazy, thats why. This place rocks, I come all the way from the bay area for these guys if I have to! read more

This is THE best jerky you will ever eat. Seriously, once you try this you'll never eat that other stuff again!!! They have a website and will ship to anywhere in the US. So stop procrastinating and check it out!!! (They even have sample sizes!!!) read more

I critique all jerky based off of this jerky. The Chunky Peppered Teriyaki is my fav! My mom always makes sure to stuff my stocking full of it @ Christmas because I live out of town. My hubby is addicted & we can't eat jerky from anywhere else. read more

Bought some jerky for family in Florida when I went for a visit and they loved.

I'm not easy to please, many know, but this place. Just. Hands down. The. Best jerky I've ever had. Period.

Always so good! I always get the teriyaki beef jerky and they are my favorite beef jerky I haven't found any that are as good as theirs.

What can I say. .....just the best damn beef jerky period! There will definitely be a lot of return trips in my future to Plano jerky.

Buying this jerky for decades. Best I've ever eaten , but apparently new manager dropped the ball. How do you run out of jerky the week before Christmas. read more

I've been eating this stuff since the mid-eighties and never have been able to find anything close to as good. Just discovered the website and will order a couple of pounds. I'll have to hide it from the kids. read more

Best jerky ever I use to visit my aunt and uncle at there Christmas tree farm not far from here and we would always load up on jerky. To this day i have not had any other jerky as great as Plano jerky! Its the best!! Now I order it online. read more