This is by far the best butcher shop in the Milwaukee area. They don't flood all of their meats with sugar and you get real product with Good Service. I live 15 miles away and it's always worthwhile to make the extra trip. Nobody has better beef jerky than Rays. Their Sticks are spectacular. The prices are fair. read more

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Been to Ray's several times in the past. I don't buy a lot of meat, but when I want something very special, this is the place to go. They have an excellent selection of beef, pork, chicken, and seafood. They also make all of their own sausages. The deli and bakery offer a nice variety of rolls and desserts as well. On this trip, I was looking for chicken gizzards to make fried gizzard appetizers, a real treat in my family. They had exactly what I wanted in the frozen section. I picked up a couple of one pound containers. Checkout was quick, and the staff were friendly as always. Pro tip. When it's busy, the parking lot can get a little crazy. I usually park on Loomis Street right out front, which makes things much easier. read more

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This is our new favorite place to get our meat and cheese. It's such a great selection, so fresh, and fair prices. The employees are always so friendly and helpful. Our favorite items are the Italian sausages, summer sausage, and honey bbq beef sticks. The beef sticks are some of the best we have ever had! I highly recommend stopping here! read more

It's been years since my first review, and I have to give credit to a place that remains so good so long. Good butcher, high end meats, the workers know lots about said meats, and the service is both accurate and fast without being rushed or rude. They can handle being very busy on holidays, and yes this is the place for traditional American Thanksgiving and Christmas meats and even the ingredients for sides. Price matches quality. I would be cautious in the parking lot, pretty much every time I'm here, busy or not, someone my age who probably should have stopped driving a couple of years ago is trying to drive their big SUV in reverse while looking forward. read more

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One of those rare places that gives you more than they advertise: This is not just a butcher shop, although it's a very good one. I enjoyed perusing the various products. Two that I purchased I would not purchase again. The pasty was mostly mashed potatoes, and the chicken pot pie, while offering generous amounts of chicken, had way too much liquid and a minimal amount of crust that was like cardboard. Marie Calenders is a better choice. The package of frozen ground chicken burgers was reasonably priced. read more

This is a very good butcher shop. Excellent selection of meats, friendly staff. Very clean inside. I will shop here again and again.

Premium prices for premium products. It's a large store with a healthy selection of if meats. I was happy with the steaks I purchased, however one was cut at kind of a wonky angle. Like a meat wedge, but it cooked up evenly using sous vide. There's a small area with what looked like general grocery and baked goods. I didn't explore too much because it was busy, though the checkout line moved quickly. I know I'll be back, but I might choose a weekend that doesn't involve a special occasion/holiday so that I can look around without feeling like I'm in the way. read more

The butcher shop offers, premium cuts of meat, a thoughtful spice aisle, and fast service during holiday rushes. While I don't come here often, this is my go to spot for those special holiday dishes. read more

There's Polish sausage and then there's Ray's Polish sausage . None better !!! Every thing in this store looks delicious. read more

Rays can be expensive but they have a great selection that you will not find in the big box grocery stores. I have been a fan of rays since my first visit and I could spend hours combining through everything. My buddy was in the UP and brought back some amazing looking pasty's with baby reds and and beef which I drooled over, he stated that Rays sells them frozen so I was excited. Rays if they did sell MI pasty's, they don't anymore and only sell their homemade version that is available I was told. Well their house brand hit the spot and I now have a new pasty place, I should try the famous north side one again just to make sure that I really like rays better. read more

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Steaks are delicious, fresh polish and Italians superb. Smoked polish is way too dry. Won't buy that again.

Rays always has the best meats, sausages, bacon, and even prepared foods. We've never had a bad experience with anything from Rays. And the staff is Alyse's super helpful. Highly recommend read more

Flies everywhere! it's honestly out of control. And although the service is good, the food is honestly mediocre. I'd like to enjoy the food if it's going to be so expensive... read more

Consistent good quality meats and other foods. Bakery is quite good too. Service could be better and friendlier.

Ray's is a southside gem. When you walk in you are welcomed by several butchers who are happy to help you and answer questions. From beef jerky to beef sticks to steaks to shrimp, Ray's has the best quality items. They also have a good section of cold salads, frozen dinner items, wines, snacks, and dry goods. This place is so fun and full of delicious things. Support this local shop! read more

Went into Rays looking for chow for a dinner. The problem was the guy behind the counter who had an attitude. I asked about an item and what the composition was. He seemed insulted and acted pissy. Then, he acted like it was a magnificent favor to get a couple more meat items. Rays has a nice collection of meats. They just need to dump employees who can't give service without treating the customers like lepers read more

I've stopped into Ray's about 10 times and struggle to like them every time. The employees there are kind of grouchy or "meh" more often than not. But being it's close to my house I've continued to stop in now and then hoping I'd finally like the shop more. Each time I've purchased chicken there it's been dry. I bought the frozen ham loaf and it tasted off and was really crumbly. I bought a chicken there last week Friday. On Sunday I was going to put it in the oven and it was ROTTEN. Totally stunk up the kitchen when I unwrapped it. I'd have thought fresh chicken would last til then. I tossed it in the garbage can and drove to Sendiks and picked one up. So never again will I give them my business. It's worth the drive to go to Bunzel's to get that butcher shoppe experience. read more

Always the best cuts and so willing to cut things just as I like. Love that they carry Icelandic Haddock, too!

Every time I go here the butchers are always "put out" they need to help you...today I go in and order over $80+ of items and when I order the Italian "roll ups" butcher says "you know you can't grill these"...I told him I grill them all the time...of course no response..needless to say I only go here if I receive a gift card...even then I don't want to walk through the door...PS mr. Grumpy butcher man here's proof you CAN grill them!! read more

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Alright so this is a small butcher shop and it may be a little more expensive than a regular grocery store but its like a mom and pop local place that has good products such as meats, cheeses, some seafood and pre made and deli items as well as some grocery, bakery and frozen. People are nice here and I enjoy the non commercialized places like this that care about you individually and aren't about the hype and take care of your needs. read more

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The layout and interior of Ray's is..cozy,comfortable, warm and friendly ! Their fresh bread and rolls are delicious. Their quality of meats is amazing. You gotta go to Ray's Butcher Shop ! You gotta. read more

Now THIS is a butcher shop! We headed here after a disappointing experience at another butcher, and it was exactly what I was looking for. No matter what you want, Ray's has it. Chicken, pork, beef, seafood, jerky, sausage - the list goes on. If you want a weird cut, they'll do it for you. Want your chicken deboned? No extra charge! They even make niche items like kishka (not for everyone but it is quite tasty!). There are plenty of heat-n-eat options as well as pre seasoned/marinated meats to throw on the grill. We ended up with some lovely pork chops, homemade brat patties and the the biggest cordon bleu roast I've ever seen. Prices are quite high but you're paying a premium for quality. In addition to meat, Ray's has a large selection of spices and rubs, a small bakery and a good sized beer/wine area. If you live nearby you can pick up a little something for dinner, some sides from the deli and a bottle of wine to impress that special someone. Great service too - our butcher warned us how to correctly make a roast and was really nice. Parking lot is a little wonky too. Ray's is a great option for those on the southwest side - it won't replace Bunzels for us, but I'd surely go back, read more

Gone here for awhile now quality of meat is good. However first time buying lamb from them. It was in the back frozen so not thawed in front counter. Ordered 8 small pieces bone in (chops) total weight 2.6 lbs. got to register paid. Got in car realized holy smokes bill was $80 bucks something isn't right. .. check lamb price 22.95$ a pound.... Not sure if you're familiar with this side of Milwaukee but it goes for 9.95$ a pound fresh at any number of local butchers. Fresh cut not frozen... called and asked them what we could do? He said they can't return it once it's out of the shop even if it's not opened.. pretty much any regular store would. So guess I just go to the other local shops where is less than half the price for FRESH CUT IN FRONT OF YOU lamb. Sucks because I liked their sausage sticks and pre made dishes. read more

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Tried to go into the store but masks were / are required. Prices are extremely high for same cuts of beef I can get at a local shop in Waukesha county. Both worth the drive not expense. Milwaukee county can keep this business! read more

The sticks are awesome, nice snap to them and variety of spiciness. Help is attentive and always helpful.

Bought beef and gravy, shredded beef, meatballs and polish sausage. Beef was super chewy! Shredded beef turned out to be BBQ shredded beef ( wish the label indicated that). Nervous to serve the polish and meatballs for a family gathering today. #disappointed read more

Not much to say about Ray's other than you just have to go there. We literally drive from CO to WI once a year and stock up on hundreds of their delicious brats. If you have never had one, I highly recommend the Mango Habanero brats. Spicy, sweat and meaty, delicious! Beyond the brats, I have never had a bad cut of meat, fish, cheese or fresh baked goods from Rays. HIGHLY RECOMMEND! read more

Delmonicos! I get all my specialty meats from Ray's. The cuts are always super close in size and the quality is always tops. The frozen meals are great too. Easy cooking for the busy days. They actually have a solid selection of booze too. One stop shopping. Good stuff. read more

Disappointed No gloves or masks. Person that picks up the meat with their bare hands will put your salad in containers without washing hands or putting on gloves. That is cross contamination. read more

ray's has really gone downhill. my partner and i just tried to eat a ribeye from ray's and were VERY disappointed. fully a third of the meat was inedible due to gristle. mind you this was like $18 lb. meat. i guess i should have known something was amiss when the butcher said they don't carry prime grade beef. frankly, this seemed like select grade being passed off as choice. time to find a new butcher shop. shame on you ray's. read more

Ray's is our "go to" butcher shop whether for chicken, beef, or pork. Ray's jerky is only surpassed by their ribs - both made on site. And for those of us who grill year round Ray's brats are ready whether in June, September or January. Ray's fresh turkey are ready for Thanksgiving. Their spiral hams can be complemented with shrimp. And to have their bacon wrapped filets is a treat whether a special dinner or making a weekday dinner memorable. Thank you Ray's for all the complements I get. read more

They have a lot of selections however the kind of meat i was looking for they didnt have at that time. But great customer service I was told to call back on Thursday to see if they received any read more

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Door locked at 6:35pm ... clearly states open until 7 in about 8 inch letters on front door. Employee behind counter smiles as he saw us pull on handle proceeded to back n shit lights off... can get better service and most likely way better prices at half a dozen other shops.. she your time and cash read more

I was very disappointed with this butcher shop! Called them after being told that they had good prices on meat. I received a price and then when I called back the next day to place the order the price increased by almost 5 Dollars a pound! They Blamed the night person for giving me the wrong price! After I felt I was over charged, I Called around to other butcher shops and their price was 3 to 4 dollars cheaper! I felt obligated and needed the meat th purchased the meat, because I ordered it!! Call around before you order meat from them!!! read more

Rays is my favorite butcher shop in town. If you're looking for something special or even a little unusual this is the place. They have excellent top quality meats homemade sausages deli and bakery. Oh sure it's not cheap but this is quality stuff. They even have catering if you need it. If you don't have time to stop at several places, you can get your food and drink (beer, wine, booze) and get going. They have a fish fry on Fridays. You can order when you get there or call ahead. Lately the quality of this has been slipping sorry to say but overall still an excellent place. read more

terrible fish fry... just bad. had the combo dinner...bad. shrimp, fish , fries...all undercooked and bland.

Rays is a high quality butcher shop with very helpful butchers. If for only one person or several, you'll get the best service and cuts you can. Also their Friday night fish fries are excellent! read more

Fabulous meat market (and more). The counter people are knowledgeable and extremely helpful. This is our go to place for all of our holiday meats. read more

I just spent $12.34 for a small frozen package of Salisbury steak. There are no weights on any of the frozen pre made products. Imagine my surprise to find I had 3, count them 3 actual patties in gravy. They are allegedly $5.99 per pound. I don't think I am out of line in expecting a bit more for the money. The gravy was extremely bland, as were the "steaks". I either was vastly over charged by the little old lady who was weighing the pans, or the company has no problem ripping the consumer off. I also paid $18.70 for a small pan of beef and gravy. I have not thawed this out yet. If I would have known the weights before I bought, and actual contents, meat to gravy, it would have been no sale. Never again. Former customer. read more

The. Best. Butcher. Shop = Ray's Butcher Shoppe!!! This place reminds me of going to the butcher shop with my parents when I was a child, and even better, this place has desserts! This is a one stop shop for the special carnivore in your life! Flank steak, ground sirloin, bacon wrapped fillets and even more mouth watering meats! Homemade jerky, seafood, and did I mention desserts? Bakeries these days cannot make a decent éclair, yet I found the ones at Ray's Butcher Shoppe to be perfect! They also sell Rice-a-Roni, couscous and other boxed accompaniments, if you're into carbs as a side dish. If you're in the area & looking for a butcher shop, look no further! read more