I'll echo the sentiments that this place is a bit on the pricey side, but you get what you pay for. This is not your average grocery store quality stuff. They have a great selection of the most popular cuts from filet to porterhouse to lamb loin. I've always been very happy with their ribeye. The bacon-wrapped scallops are excellent too, and speaking of bacon, the pepper bacon is out of this world. My only complaint/constructive criticism would be a thicker cut bacon and I would LOVE to get my hands on a full-sized tri tip roast. Overall, we have been very happy shopping here. Very good customer service and very fine selection. read more

We've become very frequent customers. A great find. High quality grass-fed options and great specials.

Wonderful! They provide not only amazing meat but top notch service. They have answered every question with a smile and if they couldn't answer it they would get back to me. I have been multiple times and never had a bad experience. It is worth paying a little extra for the service and quality. read more

Very friendly and helpful staff. Been going here for years even though I live in Manassas. Their steaks, sausages, applewood bacon, stuffed pork chop are simply the best and very fresh. I would take the time to stop in and at least check it out for yourself. Much better selection, quality, and staff knowledge than a grocery store meat dept. read more

This place is what I call trendy. No real substance outside of it being "cool" to go to a butcher versus buying your meat from a regular grocery store. When I came in (due to my GroupOn of course), the selection was similar to what you would find at a grocery store. They had a few 'grass-fed options' but I was disappointed because 1) their grass-fed options were limited and 2) for this to be a small butcher shop, I would think they would list were the meat came from. Is this locally raised meat or the same stuff they are selling at Safeway? There was nothing that explained to me why I should buy my meat there versus the grocery store. The seafood section was underwhelming. They have very limited options of fresh filleted fish and surprisingly they did not have any whole fish (with head and tail). What really annoyed me with this place is the crab meat stuffed mushrooms. I asked the worker how should I prepare them and he couldn't answer. So he went to another worker and came back to me and said "put them in the oven at 325 for 13-15 minutes". So the next day I did exactly what he told me to do and the mushrooms looked uncooked. So I left them in the oven for another 15 minutes. Biting into the crab meat stuffed mushroom after 30+ minutes in the oven, all I could taste is fishiness. It had no flavor and was a bit concerning because of how fishy it smelled. We ended up throwing them away. For the price, this place is not worth it. Here is my advice, if you come with a GroupOn (or not), bring cash so that you are not forced to spend an additional $15 due to their $15 credit card limit if you go over your $30 GroupOn limit. read more

This place has just about every cut and variety of meat imaginable. The staff is surprisingly friendly. Only downsides are it can get very busy or pricey depending on what you're buying. We waited for an hour one Saturday morning. Many items are priced higher than grocery store prices, however, it is better quality and you get a far better selection. If you don't see what you want in the case, they will cut you a fresh piece. Serves folks from all walks of life and offers Groupons from time to time. It's too bad there aren't more true butchers like this still in business. read more

I really like this place - have used two Groupons there but went in a couple days ago for some of their shrimp cocktail - they are good sized and I really like the cocktail sauce they provide - I have never had any problems with the service (sometimes there's a line so be sure to take a number as soon as you go in), the people have always been nice and helpful. Definitely will keep going there - with or without a Groupon. read more

By far the best meat for homemade steaks and shredded beef. We got an awesome groupon deal and regret that we didn't max out the offered vouchers. Will not be buying meats from the grocery store anymore. read more

If you're looking for a nice selection of high quality meat and seafood and don't mind paying a slight premium for it then the Springfield Butcher is the place to go. They have a good choice of all the meat species and parts displayed in the glass case for you to choose from. The employees are usually friendly although you may get a cranky one from time to time. The steaks and prime rib have always been excellent. My family also likes their crab cakes. Although I find them a little bland so I mix them up with some Old Bay, Dijon Mustard and a splash of sherry then re-patty them back up. They also make their own sausages. My favorite is the jalapeno/cheddar sausage... VERY TASTY! If its crowded when you get there be sure to take a number from the machine when you walk in. read more

Just got back from my bi-weekly stock-up at Springfield Butcher. As a recent Springfield-area transplant (moved here in 2006) and a former butcher, I have always been on the lookout for a place like this to get away from the poor quality meat at places like Shoppers or Giant. I first started going to the shop when they did their Groupon back in February and I've been going once/twice a month since then. I have never received anything but polite service. Maybe it's because I'm a guy, maybe it's because I know meats having worked in a butcher shop, I don't know. But they've always been polite every time I visit. Yes, they use their bare hands. You're not going to die. There is no code that says you need to use gloves. The store is clean and I have never had an issue with any illness or anything from their use of bare hands. In fact, I get sentimental there. It takes me back to a time when people didn't worry about each and every little germ. To anyone that has an issue with the bare hands, you probably have more germs on your car door handle that you just touched. I do find the prices a bit steep. Much more expensive than chain stores around the area. But, like farmers markets, I don't mind paying extra for local/small businesses that add a touch of personal attention to my order. I'd gladly pay double what they charge if it meant keeping the same local, small, hometown feel. To Springfield Butcher staff: thank you for your service and for providing something that isn't a vacuum-sealed, nitrogen-filled package of greyish-brown "meat". You guys are the best. read more

Springfield Butcher is a great meat shop. I love Mike, the owner, he is down to earth and straight forward with you. His prices are good and the meat is always fresh. If you are having and event stop in and get Mike to make suggestions, he is very knowledgeable and helpful. read more

Found out about this place through Groupon and I am glad I did. From already great prices on their thrift packs and Venison to great customer service it was just icing on the cake that they were offering a daily deal. Now I would have given them 5 stars if I could have used the Groupon for the whole venison special that they were offering, but the price was already almost too good to be true and I do understand that people need to be paid for their time and effort preparing the meat so que sera.... With that being said I plan to be a return customer as soon as my freezer runs out. read more

I purchased three Groupons for this store and after the three visits I decided that I needed to share my visits with you. 1) Condescending to Groupon-holders. The sign mentioned by another reviewer was no longer there but we were definitely not welcomed to the store during any of my visits. 2) BARE HANDS handling the plastic numbers that you take to wait your turn, then handling my meat, then handling my credit card and/or cash. I watched and no one washed their hands in between the transactions. 3) HIGH PRICES. For example, during my third visit we loved the hot dogs so much we decided to buy five pounds. The package was given to us wrapped in saran wrap. When I opened it at home, I found out that I paid $29.99 for KUNZLER hot dogs. The hot dogs sold in the store are usually in a plastic bag then put into a white box. The SAME five pound package costs less then $10 at my local supermarket. And the owner thought Grouponers were ripping him off??? 4) Decent food but not worth the drive. The crab cakes are good but lack seasoning...I bought them three different times hoping to get a really good one but I didn't. I recommend adding Old Bay to provide flavor. The pork pizza sausage was great on a pizza and was really low in fat. 5) Do they know their products and/or know how to communicate? When I asked the difference between the cost of the ground beef I was told it was due to the fat content. When I asked the server what the content was 15%, 20%...he said "Yeah" so I asked him again which one is which and again he said "Yeah" I don't think he had a clue. 6) Did I mention communication? I bought four different sausages and only two had a label i.e. K and B. Okay so which one is the hot sausages? 7) Selection. If you arrive around 6 pm on a Friday, the selection is horrible and they refuse to go get something out of the freezer especially if you have a Groupon. If you arrive at 7:30 pm (the hours posted on this site are wrong) the same thing happens. If you arrive 10 minutes before closing, 7:50 pm, everything has been restocked and this provides the best selection. Recommendation: wait until 10 minutes before closing. Sorry but I just don't recommend this butcher. read more

The only way I would go here is with a Groupon deal because the meats are overpriced and you can find better. But with a deal the prices are good depending on what you get. The Customer Service is ok. There are some good workers there but there are also some rude-ish ones. The one thing that I really don't like and don't understand is why they don't wear gloves to handle the meat. They touch the money, scale, meat, everything with bare hands. I don't get it. I realize the meat is going to be cooked, but really...can't you be sanitary and put on gloves! I have also heard, but haven't experienced, that you can't go with a friend or family member that has a Groupon too or they won't let you or them use it. Are you serious? That is just ridiculous and the fact that they would even try to police that and then turn down business is a little questionable. read more

I came here on a sunny Saturday afternoon in October. I would typically get stressed out walking into a crowded butcher with no distinct lines but they have a number system for ordering (comparable to delis) so it made the wait seamless. They have a large variety of grass fed beef but I didn't see anything organic. I ended up getting two bone in rib-eyes ($45) and some crab cakes. I don't remember the price on the crab cakes but they were full of lump crab and not a lot of filler. The rib-eyes were delicious but I could probably get grass-fed and organic at Whole Foods for the same price. FYI - they've been doing living social deals for a while now so be sure to get one of those before you go in to buy anything. I will be back again. read more

A good butcher is a tough find, and these guys are really great. Their selection and willingness to help you out -- whether it's just making a suggestion or getting you a custom cut -- are really a huge change from the meat counter at most grocery stores. (And that's assuming your grocery store actually has a meat counter anymore, and not just a case full of shrinkwrapped packages.) Their beef is the best I've gotten in the DC area, with the exception of the very expensive stuff from Polyface Farms (which you can only get at farmer's markets and is kind of a boutique product). Their pork and lamb have also been great. And, of course, you can get as much or as little of anything as you want, cut to whatever thickness you want. Most supermarkets don't have ground lamb, which is a must if you want to make a decent gyro at home, but I've never had a problem getting it at Springfield. Their italian sausage (sweet and hot) is also good, and they typically have the uncased hot sausage filling available by the pound. If you have a big chest freezer at home, they do very inexpensive "freezer packs" which can include as much as several hundred pounds of meat, all cut up however you'd like and individually vacuum-packed. I haven't made use, but it's definitely a cool service and something you don't get at the grocery store. They will also sell you entire sides of beef (or pork, or lamb) at a discount price, and then cut and grind it into portions however you'd like. They also have a good selection of wild and farmed game meats (venison, rabbit, etc.), mostly frozen, but in the fall they have a variety of fresh venison products. There's also a seafood case which I've never gotten anything from myself, but sometimes has a good-looking selection of fish and shellfish. Overall, it's a real "old fashioned" butcher; once you start going there, you'll never want to buy meat from the supermarket again. read more

Now that I go to Springfield Butcher I don't waist my time at any market for meat. They are nice, professional and the quality and price of their product can't be beat read more

Thanks to Springfield Butcher for a fantastic Groupon offer. I stopped in last week to use my Groupon and found my new butcher. Great quality meat, decent prices and a very helpful staff. I plan on being a regular here. read more

I have purchased a groupon for this place a few times and the meat has been so good that I go back everytime I am in Springfield (which is admittedly only a few times a year). It is a more expensive than Giant or Safeway but you get what you pay for. There beef and lamb are great. If this place was closer to where I live I would go there for all my meat purchases. read more

Great selection of fresh cut meats in an immaculately clean butcher shop. The Crabcakes are out of this world delicious and oh so easy to prepare. The prices are on the high side but you get what you pay for...high quality, great customer service. The staff is friendly and helpful. read more

This establishment is run by honest a very honest bunch. They're always friendly and more than willing to help. I recently had an issue with one of my bank cards here and Mike, their manager, went far out of his way to ensure that the issue was resolved. I'm extremely impressed with the level of professionalism and customer service they exhibited. I think they just made a new regular customer! read more

Great food, don't quite get all the complaining about "customer service". They've been polite to me when I've gone, to the point of offering me a 20 dollar credit when they didn't have 5 dollars in change to give me. And at the same time it's a butcher shop, you don't go there to be waited on by the finest wait staff this side of the Mississippi, just go in, don't cause a fuss and realize that you yourself are probably being the rude one to a guy who's been standing there taking crap from people like you all day who put themselves so far above him because of what side of the counter you stand on. read more

We have been a customer for about 3 years, but have become very disappointed in the crab cakes. initially we found the crab cakes very good. However, since last fall, the crab cakes we have purchased have been heavily laden with bread/filler. We thought we would give them additional al opportunities to rectify their reputation. But, 3+ strikes and you're out!! we told the staff on several occasions but I guess our comments fell on deaf ears. We were even told they were putting 10% more crab meat in them. That is absolutely the furthest thing from the truth. Given that the crab cakes are now $8.99 each, and especially the quality, we will no longer buy them. You have lost an otherwise very good customer. read more

As a frequent customer to Springfield butcher, I have had the pleasure of sampling a large variety of their products, as well as had the opportunity to interact with many of their employees. I purchase from Springfield Butcher every other week at least, and I would consider myself a loyal customer as opposed to an infrequent customer. I highly recommend their fresh shrimp (not deveined, so a little extra work, but so worth it!), porterhouse steaks, whole roasters (with innards, which you don't see that often nowadays), crabcakes, applewood smoked bacon (to this day my friend still raves about a brunch where I served this bacon), and perfectly ground chili meat (excellent in both chili and thicker red sauces). Definitely don't limit yourself to these items -- there are many to choose from! I am also impressed that they delve into such products as beef wellington, venison products, They are quite willing to work with you to accommodate your needs; once, a gentleman willingly broke down a whole roaster as well as skinned it for me, even though it occupied him for several minutes. Thankfully they weren't too busy, but even so, that shows a willingness to go the extra mile with their customers. During busy times, especially when they are running a Groupon, one can understand that the high volume of traffic can lead to misunderstandings. However, I urge you to stop by when the pressure is not on, when the deadline for a Groupon is not imminent. There is nothing pleasant about having 70 people waiting in line to be served, and there's a limited number of people behind the counter to help them. There's also nothing pleasant about waiting in line for an hour to be served. It's completely understandable. If I may offer a suggestion: you are truly concerned with their current practices (cleanliness, customer service, source of products), contact the management directly rather than posting negative comments about the business on a public website. Whenever I had a question about their products or practices, an employee has taken the time to answer it or find out the answer from a more knowledgeable employee. (For example...Question: "Why don't you carry ground turkey or ground chicken?" Answer: "We do all of our meat grinding in house, and poultry is extremely messy, without much yield from each turkey/chicken. However, if you have a special request, we can work with you on that. Just let us know.") I would have liked to address everyone's concerns on this review board, however that would be better accomplished by approaching the business directly. I highly recommend the Springfield Butcher, to both new customers as well as previous customers. I think everyone deserves a chance, especially when the good far exceeds any bad. read more

I bought two Groupon coupons and so made two trips there from Woodbridge. I surely would not want to spend the $100 to use both coupons at one visit. They are WAY OVERPRICED! I looked around and the prices, especially the seafood were very high, at least twice the amount you could buy elsewhere. The whole chickens were $3.99/lb. I wanted a ham ($4.99/lb still too high priced) but they had none. I ended up getting some kielbasa for $4.99/lb - still high in my book and some boneless baby back ribs which were on sale for $5.99/lb. I don't think I got my money's worth. The kielbasa was so-so, not spicy enough, not enough garlic, but at least is was meaty and not very fatty. The ribs were nothing to write home about. They came in a big chunk and I just cooked them and pulled them apart to put with BBQ sauce. On the next trip I wanted some venison bratwurst, but they were all out so I got some venison mild sausage at $6.99/lb and some ground chuck for $3.79/lb (5 or more lbs.). I had no issues with customer service, the two fellow waiting on me were accommodating. But for me, it's all about price (and quality), in other words the best bang for the buck. I don't find that here. read more

As many have, I used a Groupon a couple of times at Springfield Butcher. They were knowledgeable about their meats and had a wonderful selection. I'm the kind of customer who typically purchases what is on sale at the Safeway/Harris Teeter, so I find prices at SB to be a bit high. But that is the down side of getting better, more knowledgeable service. The seafood looks excellent, but I am not convinced that this is in their wheelhouse. Upon my inquiry about what type of Alaskan salmon they were selling, all the clerk could tell me was that it was wild. (Given that Alaska has banned salmon farming since 1992, all Alaska salmon is wild, but I digress). They could not identify whether the Alaska salmon was king, silver, sockeye or pink. (Looked like silver salmon to me). I have no doubt, however, as to the quality of the seafood. And just a note to the losers who kvetch about them enforcing the terms and conditions of groupons and living social deals - GET A LIFE. Rules are rules. If one does not like them, they should stay home. read more

I like their crab cakes but the quality of their meat is average. I purchased Prime NY Strip & Prime tenderloin, but they were both just ok. Definitely not Prime quality. I get better quality meat at Harris Teeters. Will NOT be going back, well maybe for the crabcrakes... read more

I was a regular at the Springfield Butcher several years ago, but had not been there for quite sometime. When I saw a Groupon for them, I snapped it right up and, not knowing they'd changed their location, finally found them. I was very happy with the steaks, chops, crab cakes, and vegetables that I bought that day. I'm happy to say that they've improved since John S. was there in Dec 2009 and I'll visit again. read more

Fresh, excellent quality cuts of meats, knowledgeable and friendly staff. Resident Chef Sara on staff will be glad to share best way to cook their great beef selections. read more

They shorted my order and the girl who waited on me was not a happy camper. Ordered: 4 lbs of regular ground beef, 1 lb of ground lamb and 2 steaks. Received: less than 3 lbs of ground beef for $16.48, 1 lb of ground lamb for $6.17 and the two steaks for $22.78. It was such an unpleasant experience I simply wanted to get out of there and did not check my bag to make sure everything was included. I have been to this butcher shop off and on since I moved to Springfield in 1995 but I'm not in any hurry to get back there. read more

I found this place a year or two ago, and finally tried it out after they offered a groupon. I was sold after the first meal I made. My family can taste the difference when I have used meat from the butcher shop compared to meat at the grocery store. The meat is obviously fresh and just tastes more like meat and less like cardboard and artificial things. Prices are similar to the prices that grocery stores have - when things are regular price and not on sale. BUT they offer various deals through groupon, discounted gift certificates, and deals on Fridays. The staff members have always been very friendly and very patient and are also helpful when I actually tell them what I am thinking about cooking (often I don't even know, I just buy the meat and go home and figure something out.) The crab cakes are amazing, as are the stuffed shrimp. Steaks are great as well... really I haven't tried anything that didn't taste great. I live an hour away now, and I still will make the drive every couple months to stock up and buy some real meat because I know I won't find the same quality anywhere else. read more

It's Groupon time for this butcher located just off of Old Keene Mill Rd. I am super disappointed with the quality and the price of red meat and seafood at local grocery stores so decided to give this place a try. I was nervous about the trip after reading reviews about the way meat is cut and packaged and that some employees have been treating their customers poorly. NOT the case here! I went in for the first time in search of filet mignon and sausage. I found both and much, much more that I would have loved to have gotten my hands on. The seafood also looked great- fresh tuna, crab cakes, shrimp. Yum- but I must save some for next time. The staff was so friendly and helpful. My filet was cut exactly how I asked and I was given exactly how much hot Italian sausage I asked for. The store was extremely clean and well maintained, the meat displayed beautifully behind glass. I'll be heading back to Springfield Butcher next week for another round. read more

I agree with vicki g.'s review and will just add that we've been going for 20 years. I like the new location, that they are now open on Sundays, and that they now have a decent website and email alerts on specials! I always seems to me that when I exit the grocery, I've got mostly household stuff...and when I leave the Springfield Butcher, well...I've actually got food for the freezer! The meatloaf, lamb patties, sweet italian sausage, meatballs, and ground sirloin are staples for us. Add to that some steaks and kabobs on occasion. I think the chicken parts and pork chops are much better, bigger, and meatier than what you find in the groceries. If you are into smoked foods, get the babyback bone-in ribs! All in all, a great value for the $ with everything packaged to order. read more

Excellent Quality Meats and seafood. But the price is 3X what you would pay at Restaurant Depot in Alexandria. Filet Mignon is $21.00 per pound at Springfield Butcher. You can find the same quality at Restaurant Depot for $8.00 per pound. They do carry fresh turkey year round - which is unique. I would only go back for the turkey. Customer service is generally good. Looks like they got rid of that annoying girl. read more

The owner is extremely rude with incredibly poor customer service. As I reviewed the meats, he approached me and quite brusquely asked, "You ready?". I replied that I wasn't and he abruptly turned to the next customer and asked, "Hi Ma'am, how can I help you?" The difference in the two greetings we received was glaring and blatant. He chose to start an interaction with me rudely and one with her politely. I will now be finding a new butcher. read more

I have been shopping at Springfield Butcher for at least ten years. The quality of meats there far exceeds the quality I have experienced at Giant, Safeway, Shoppers and Costco. Being a true carnivore, I especially enjoy their chili-cut ground round for chili, sweet and hot sausage, aged steaks, and roasts. SB's generous allowance of Groupon vouchers throughout the year helps keep me within budget. SB also trims meat free of charge when needed. I cannot say enough great things about this merchant and the quality of their merchandise! read more

Very nice staff, and everything is fresh especially the seafood. Yes you pay more but it is not the crap you get at the supermarket. The wild Alaska salmon or halibut have no fish smell and both taste amazing. The beef you can get grass fed if you like. Just don't go a day or 2 before a groupon expires as the line will be 40 or 50 deep. Most afternoons I go it is only 3 - 10 people in front of me. I have tried to compare and go back to supermarkets but the meat and especially the fish taste so much worse than the butcher shop. Worth the bit of extra money in my eyes. They do run out at times of popular items such as the buffalo and venison, and fish if their suppliers do not have any. But they try and keep inventory tight so meat isn't sitting around. Place is definitely worth a try. Some say it is dirty, but not sure what they expect. It is clean just not all gourmet like or contemporary decor. It is in a strip mall and it isn't that big. The cases are clean and the meat is fresh. read more

I got some grass-fed beef hamburger and venison sausage today. The sausage was a-m-a-z-i-n-g! Woohoo! Loved the store - so nice and clean and spacious. Fantastic options to choose from. Helpful, friendly staff. The man who waited on me said they have quail, duck, elk, and buffalo meat, too. I love the wild game options for when I want to avoid meat from corn/grain-fed farm animals or just have something that's different from standard beef and chicken fare. read more

This butcher has created all the ambiance and customer service that you could expect from the Soup Nazi. People flock in unusually long lines, and pat themselves on the back for going here. If that's your thing, enjoy it. In my case, I'd been going out of my way to come here on occasion despite its unnecessary buzz, but stopped because I disliked the culture they've created for themselves. My largest gripe (which you might feel inclined to dismiss since it did not happen to you) is as follows. Several (not one) of the people cutting meat assertively, unapologetically, and without-any room-for-discussion scolded me because I wanted to use 2 devalued groupons (expired-but-now-worth-the-price-of-what-i-paid for them). They have a sign that says 1 group-on per day. Understandable, but also not in the terms when ordering, and furthermore should not have applied here. Not that we got into a civilized discussion about it. If we had, I'd have said, "in my opinion, the premise and terms of groupon is that if I don't redeem in time, it retains face value, not face-value-1-per-day." And maybe in said scenario, they'd have said "nope, take it up with groupon." But the outcome was hardly the issue. The way I was treated is what I found disturbing. You weren't there, but it was mean, and forceful. They certainly may may have proved themselves alpha that day, but it was a huge turn off for me. My response was to keep my business in Co-ops and friendlier, grass fed alternatives. This was many years ago now, but I was reminded about it today and I'm not going back. read more

I was a regular customer for several years starting before they moved to the current location and before they had Groupon offers. I never had a problem with their customer service, but what made me stop going was their deceptive labeling of their steaks. Most of their steaks are labeled "Prime" which I assumed to mean USDA Prime. One time after ordering a NY Strip steak, it was clearly stamped USDA Choice. I asked Mike, the owner, about it and he says it was just as good because they dry age it. Come on. Call it dry aged NY strip then, but not an industry standard term "Prime".. At $18 per pound it is a good price for USDA Prime, but not for USDA choice. I decided I did not want to do business with a company that is not honest and I have not been back since. I enjoyed the steaks and may have even continued to shop there, but if I am being deceived about the type of meat I am buying, how do I know the scales are calibrated among other things. Buyer beware. read more