No trip to Gold Country is complete without a stop at Swingle Meat! As mentioned in my previous review, groceries, especially meat prices are super high in the Bay Area, so whenever I have a chance to get some good deals on meat, I'm going to make every trip here worth it. On this trip I picked up some frozen ribeyes, sirloins, burgers, breakfast sausage patties, cheddar jalapeno sausages, and some chile verde and ranch house chicken. The chicken items I got come vacuum sealed, which is perfect when I plan to sous vide them. The things I wish I got more of was their honey pepper beef sticks and hot teriyaki beef jerky. It's very affordable and perfect for snacks. Another low key thing that we like are their frozen chicken wellingtons. super easy to bake at home and it's a tasty meal. I arrived in the morning and luckily it wasn't super busy. Grabbed a basket and before I knew it I had enough meats and snacks to feed a large family when in reality, it's just for a couple of us. $153 well spent and meals for days. The prices for the tri-tips have more than doubled since 2020, but honestly, still a great deal considering the size. $35-40 for a good sized marinated tri-tip is still a steal of a price. The mother lode tri tip is a can't miss and a fan favorite at any of our family bbqs. Definitely plan to bring a cooler and some ice packs so you can keep your meats stored properly in route to back home. read more

I was expecting a butcher shop where I could select some fresh pork chops or rib eye steaks. But most of the meats were pre-packaged frozen meats. Absolutely nothing wrong with that... it just wasn't what I was looking for. We did buy some frozen steaks. I found the prices to be reasonable but not worth going out of the way for (it's about 40 miles away from where we live). Regarding the quality of the steaks, we didn't find them to be better than what we normally purchase. read more

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I've been going here for years, and I know they have changed the butcher and I believe new owners. I will be looking for other places to get the meat from now on as they have raised the prices and are way to much to say inflation or any other excuse. even the dog treats doubled $3 more a pound for tri tips just like that. I have ordered my turkeys and prime ribs from here at least 15 years but now I'm afraid of the cost. This has nothing to do with me being able to afford it this is the quality has fallen but the price has gone up. this is not how you get costumers this is how you lose them. read more

Always great service. The prime rib was seasoned perfectly. Second year in a row since I've found you we've picked up thanksgiving dinner prime rib. Yum! read more

Swingle Meat - Perfectly bbq'd prime rib - Meat Shops Near Me - Jackson, California

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They have a variety of meats and marinated meats.. very helpful and polite.. Lovely decor, I will definitely be returning..

Be practical this is place it pricey, but good. But I like meat soaking in sugar- so I only want clean meat. It far to drive for me! read more

We camp in this area at least annually and always make a point to stop in here. Great selection and fantastic prices. We love Pumpkin Ravioli's when they have them, great sauces, in addition to meats! They will cut you something special if ya ask too! Great staff read more

Best marinaded Tri tip that I have had!! My favorites are the Kona and the Hot Teriyaki.

Got a haul of chicken breast and beef (all cuts) from here recently and it was sooooo good! The ground beef tasted so fresh and is wildly superior to store bought versions. Just came back for a second haul and bought a bunch of different varieties of good lookin sausages. Stoked on the variety of options! read more

Service very fast, we place order to go as we drive in from OC California. They always have it ready for us . The " Best" Mexican Pork tri tip .. wish you were closer to us :) definitely worth making a 3 day weekend out of this . We stay up in Jackson CA, it is so beautiful and so much to do. Breweries, wineries, great restaurants and friendly people. Until next year!! read more

Even thought the business just changed hands, everything is the same. Delicious meats marinated to perfection. Fast service at the check out line. It might long but you won't be there long. There's always a room full of young people scurrying around helping folks get what they need. It still has the trophy heads of big game from the previous owners. This place is still an Amador County staple. If you know you know! read more

We bought some fresh Kona marinated tri-tip on Saturday and bbq'd it on the Traeger on Sunday. We have never had tri-tip that was so tender & juicy. read more

Best meats in the area. The Kona tri-tip is phenomenal. Be warner that when you order sausage over the phone that they come in 4 packs. I didn't know and instead of getting 18 ended up with 72 (not the worst problem!) read more

I went to their online website today and clicked on "Click Here To View Printable Flyer of Current Specials". For their 24lb box, the online special said it was $4.54 per lb. When I called to place an order for pickup, I was advised that the online special is not valid and the cost would be almost an extra $1 per lb. If the online price is not being honored, then it should be taken down as it is very confusing for customers. read more

Swingle Meat - Meat Shops Near Me - Jackson, California

Added some Kona Tri Tip to our Homemade Ramen. The flavor kicked it up to Another level! read more

We have been coming here for 6 years and absolutely adore the array of meat choices they have! As soon as you step inside, you're greeted by rows of meat-filled coolers--no wonder they have the nickname carnivore's toy store. Whether you're craving a juicy steak or some flavorful marinated meat, they've got you covered. And let's not forget about their tantalizing seasonings, house-made dog treats, and aromatic wood chips. The best part? The line always moves swiftly, and the staff is incredibly helpful every step of the way. Oh, and don't miss out on their exclusive monthly specials by signing up for their emails--it's a meat-lover's dream come true! read more

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This is the REAL MEAT Specializing : Buffalo Duck Beef Smoked Bacon Rib Eye Will cut Your Game to order The variety is endless read more

Amazing meat, fair prices, excellent customer service. I highly recommend the Kona beef tri tip!

Cashier was very helpful in letting us know their most popular marinated meats which was the Kona Tri-tip. It was very delicious and juicy. Will have to check out more meats when we are back in the area. read more

Just WOW! Kona beef ribs were so flipping good. Everything here is just wonderful. We live in the Bay Area and come to the area about once a month. We always stop here to pick up an ice chest full of meat. HIGHLY RECOMMEND! Great prices too, read more

Swingles is where we buy almost all of our meat. Everything is local, the quality is very good and the pricing is cheaper than any grocery store or big box store. I love that they have tons of pre marinated options. Some of my favorites are the pineapple chicken, the Kona tri-tip, their maple bacon and prepared hash brown patties, and their prepared beef burgers. They also have tons of prepackaged house made pastas m, raviolis and sauces, sausages off all sorts, lunch meats, and premade dishes like chile verde. The best meats, the best pricing and great service. Watch for their monthly specials, too! read more

What a wonderful find. Thanks to my friend who knew of this meat market. I will travel again from the Bay Area just to buy meat. Such a variety I have never seen. Even lots of bones etc for our furry friends. THIS IS THE PLACE FOR SURE. read more

It was very interesting. Lots of different meats and how they are marinated. Not only meat but the had pasta. Slice lunchmeat all packaged. Got some pastrami and turkey. A lot to choose from in size as well as marinating. Not a big place. We had the chicken kebabs they were good. The one thing I don't care for was the Sicilian bacon but my grandson liked it. To be fair I'm not a bacon lover. I do like the bacon from Lockford. read more

The new owners have ruined this place. The employees show it to, they used to be so nice and helpful, now they are always unhappy and stoic. They have been out of many basic staples the past 5 times i've been there like jerky, liver, and meat sticks. Terrible customer service. read more

Awesome place! My wife and I were blown away at the variety of meat they have the other thing we really liked was the fact that they put wheat and soy allergy warnings on the labels as my wife can't have gluten. This will definitely be our new place for meat! read more

I am running a project in Sutter Creek, and was turned on to Swingle Meat Co. by my quality control director, and God Bless him for it! Swingle is Meat Co. is literally the 'carnivores toy store' (as per their branding). When you first arrive, Swingle Meat Co. is pretty straight forward. Older, relatively unassuming: easy to identify by the large Cow signage! Parking is limited, but I haven't had an issue with it - most people are in-and-out. The inside is full of taxidermy, wall freezers, etc. there is a deli meat counter, and there are several people available to help you onsite. The staff is FAST! Swingles has elk, rabbit, fish, chicken, beef, cheese, pasta! You name it, they have it. I even saw some bacon wrapped chipotle meatballs in the sausage side freezer... On my first visit, I picked up the Kona sausage, Kona tri-tip, Motherload pork short ribs. So far, we have had the Kona sausage which is AMAZING!!! Apparently, Kona-anything is their bread-and-butter; everyone is a fan! We are saving the tri-tip and ribs for the Superbowl (goooo, 49ers!). On my second visit, I picked up the ricotta and pesto ravioli. Delish! I also picked up some of their extra lean ground beef for my sauce ... at $4.85 a lb, was a great find and great quality (also kept in the same freezer as the sausage, to the left - if it's out, you can ask someone up front to grab more from the back freezer). When the weather warms up, I am grabbing some of their marinaded pineapple chicken and seasoned fish filets, for the grill. ** Swingle also has snacks and food for your fur babies!!!!! If meat is your thing, Swingle is your place!!!! And if you are in the area, also try Cavanas (5 min away in Sutter Creek). They use Swingle meat and its a great pit spot :) read more

Good products. Good service. Got a tenderloin/ filet and ribeye and peppered bacon.. Good prices too. Not sure what some people complaining about. Probably just like to... well, complain read more

Great place for meat eaters. The price point is unmatched. Love the amount of selections available. Will always come back for more.

My wife and I drove out to Swingle Meat today, only to find out they were closed. It was almost a four-hour round trip, so we were a bit disappointed--especially since they mentioned it was due to an emergency. From the outside, there was no sign of a fire, power outage, or anything obvious. We had hoped to pick up a few pieces to try, since this was only our second visit in many years. So it was definitely a letdown to arrive and find the place unexpectedly closed. What can I say? I hope I won't have to call ahead next time--but maybe it's a good idea for others to do so, just in case. Thank you. read more

Cheerful staff, excellent quality, clean premises I will definitely keep shopping here.

My brother in law recommended me this place and he didn't disappoint me. Great service and food selection is ample. Place looks old from outside, but is well maintained inside. Great customer service, we will come back soon for more marinated. Meats. read more

Barbecue master's dream! Marinated and vacuum sealed prime rib, tri tip, sausage, chicken, fish...all the parts; they often have exotic meats also. We make the drive once a month or every other month to stock up on our favorites. everything is delicious and they even have recommended cook times for you, if you ask! We are signed up for the emails, so this trip, we went out for the prime rib mentioned in the email to add to our Christmas feast. The people are nice and they work fast! read more

Swingle Meat - Marinated chicken breast. Always come out perfect and juicy on the Traeger! - Meat Shops Near Me - Jackson, California

This last time we tried the Kona Tri-tip and Kona chicken skewers...so good!! Everything we have gotten from here has been very good. Worth the drive from Modesto read more

Best butcher shop in county. Try the Kona Beef! Great quality and atmosphere. No sandwiches.

Great cuts and well packaged. Perfectly trimmed and the ground beef was excellent blend. Highly recommend. If you have extra ping me I'll buy grass fed beef or lamb, clean raised pork, or chickens. read more

A gem in Amador County. This place is a meat lovers dream. So many great options between their tri-tip, chicken, pork chop, bacon, etc. It's so hard to limit myself when I come in. Will continue to drop by every time I'm in Amador County. read more

Worth a drive. By far the best trip-tip (Kona version) I've ever had. The various types of bacon are exceptional.

Meat is wonderful, service is great. Been going there for years. They greet me by name when I walk in.

This is an amazing meat company. Their tri tips and sausages are excellent. If you're a carnivore, you will probably fall in love with Swingle. read more

More fresh meat options most of the meat was frozen the ribs were good but over marinated and frozen good service and friendly staff. Older shop clean read more