I've been picking up food here for over 25 years. I've never had anything bad. All the meat is…read morefresh and we like picking up package entrées for dinner or to put in the freezer. This time, I had the beef, lamb, and chicken kebabs. I love lamb and these were excellent. My only issue is that I never get an itemized receipt so when someone asks me what I paid for a specific item, I don't always know. I picked up a container of the red potato salad for the first time after a friend raved about it. Good choice Jeff!

I just went to Perrotti Meats for the first time yesterday! I've had their chicken salad before…read morewhen a coworker brought it to work, and it was so good that I made the 45-minute trip just to get more.... and it was so worth it! Hands down the best chicken salad I've ever had!!! The staff was incredibly welcoming and kind, and even the customers were so friendly. You can really tell this place is all about quality and community. I'll definitely be making more trips to Cranford, Perrotti's is truly one of a kind!

You know how there are certain foods and smells that just make you start salivating immediately?…read more Well, the thought of the sandwiches at Meat House do that to me. The first time I went, I had their Supreme BLT. The name sounds a bit lofty and is perhaps a bit pedestrian to some, but I have to say, it's far and above the best version I've ever had. Thick warm bacon, cool lettuce and tomatoes, avocado, and a delicious garlicky aioli. I ate it in my car and must have been a real sight to see, because I practically made love to that thing. It was that good. The second time I went, I opted for their Cuban. Again, the best version of that sandwich I've ever had. This thing was like an orgasm on bread. I don't even know where to start, but suffice it to say that all the ingredients were exploding like a symphony of savory wonder. Thank goodness no one filmed me eating it, that would definitely have been embarrassing. On top of the incredible sandwich menu at Meat House, they also offer a pretty impressive assortment of groceries, a custom salad bar, fantastic butcher counter with steaks and chops galore, beer and wine, etc. Sort of feels like a specialty market on steroids. I highly recommend a visit, particularly for one of their epic sandwiches!

Stop me if you've heard this, a vegetarian walks into a meat shop-- My SO and I decided to pop into…read moreThe Meat House so he could check out some specific items he likes to shop for at the butcher's. This is a nice one-stop shop filled with a huge variety of items. We were able to score alcoholic ciders, seasonings for unreasonably cheap prices, and more. There's everything from pasta and sauce to countless snacks. We left with armfuls of items because we couldn't resist. At incredible prices, this shop is certainly one to visit for pantry staples alone.

We were excited to try this spot, as we had heard good things from a friend, but ultimately left…read morepretty disappointed. The food itself was slightly above average barbecue. With the food standing on its own, maybe between 3 and 4 stars. From what we tried, would rank the pulled pork first, then the burnt ends, and then the brisket. The pulled pork was smoky and had great flavor and not many fatty pieces. The burnt ends had a lot of flavor (maybe a little too slathered in sauce), but too much fat in the pieces we were given. The brisket too dried out for my taste - have had much better and would definitely not order it again. The restaurant looks great inside - great paintings on the walls, signage, etc. Puts you in a BBQ mindset! My biggest issue was that the staff made us feel a bit uncomfortable there. It's weird, because they were SO friendly to their regulars. But so friendly to the point that when they were so emotionless and dismissive to us, that we felt like we did something wrong and weren't welcome there. Unfortunately with the first experience we had, hard to become a regular to get the better treatment!

I am the type to update reviews by taking what I had previously and adding my edits. You'll notice…read morethis has gone from 4 stars to 5 stars. What changed? * As noted last time, this is definitely Northern style barbecue here. I had said before it's not very BBQ inside, but I'll reframe that. You still absolutely get friendly service and not a very long wait. * I said before the meats are clearly prepared previously and just warmed to the order. I don't think I'll say that again. The meats were perfectly done, moist throughout, perfectly seasoned and smoky on the outside. * When I had gotten the two-meat plate, the brisket fell apart on my fork. The pulled pork was the opposite of what I expected - in fact, I'm wondering if they gave me pork or chicken now that I think about it... but it was good. Didn't occur to me at the time, but that might explain some of the taste and appearance. * This time, I got the ribs. A half rack of ribs filled me up, and YUM. Some ribs fell off the bone a little more than others, but oh boy was that perfectly good. My parents loved their chicken and brisket. * I think they read my review about how much meat you get for what you pay. It's not cheap here, but we all felt that we got a good amount of meat, mac 'n' cheese, or whatever else we ordered. It's great when a place listens! * Last time they upcharged me a dollar to swap cole slaw for cornbread. This time they gave me chipotle BBQ instead of regular BBQ without any charge at all. So again, maybe they read and responded! Still loving the flavors, textures, sauces, cornbread, and mac. This is a winner and earned the fifth star - we're all coming back!

I have been coming here for years , Jerry and all the boys in the deli and the butcher's always…read moretake very good care of me ! And the food is top notch ! No complaints

Dominant deli workers, however they make me and my wife feel safe. They always get our order…read morecorrect, and the food is amazing. I love their tuna salad, it's creamy, moist, and it has that Italian style aroma above your standard deli salads . I love their cutlets, and can't go wrong with a nice liverwurst sandwich. They don't get five stars because of the overpriced meats such as cutlets which are usually slimey, and the old lady cashier who does not make me and my wife feel safe. The macaroni salad is cheap and great, it's vinegary and TANGY- just how I like my salads. There is a little fella who walks around with an ear piece and he makes me feel safe. I like the new layout of the store.

Absolutely phenomenal!! They made a sandwich platter for me to take to a family gathering and…read moreeveryone asked where the sandwiches were from. Everything was so fresh and well put together! This is my new deli from this point on. And the staff is SUPER friendly and personable. Please don't change a thing.

I had the most insane craving for a really good sandwich and I found this Deli on Yelp and I'm…read moresooooo happy I did. I ordered the R.P.M sandwich on a semolina roll and added a breaded chicken cutlet and I was literally salivating. It was made super quick which was perfect for my lunch break and the lady at the register was really nice. This will def be my go to sandwich shop from now on!

Great steak with excellent flavor and a nice atmosphere. The filet mignon was tender and perfectly…read morecooked. Service was attentive and professional!

Highly Recommend!…read more Great service and the restaurant was very nice and organized with good ambiance. Service was excellent. Staff were very nice and helpful. Food was excellent. Everything we had was fresh.

Just give this place a try. You will 100% not be disappointed in any way shape or form…read more I am a regular here for a few simple reasons: incredible quality meat, wonderful customer service, a welcoming experience every time, and excellent prepared foods. BBQ is equivalent to a religion in my household, so high quality meat is a must. Everything from Pete's has been wonderful. Brisket, Saint Louis ribs, burger patties, pork shoulder, bacon, etc. are all incredible. Try the Saint Louis Ribs! Incredible seasoning! Staff are incredibly kind and helpful. Shop is spotlessly clean. Prices are fair given the caliber of the meat. Give it a try. You'll be happy you did.

This guy Pete really knows what the f he's doing! Best pastrami and beef jerky I have ever had…read morehands down!!!!!!

My husband and I love a good butcher but are new to Essex county. We found this place online and…read moredecided to check it out. This was the worst experience I've had in years. The guy at the counter refused to look at us or answer any questions. ( we were the only one in the shop) I asked him a question and he said with a nasty attitude that it wasn't for us. He was rude and disrespectful and showed his contempt for us for just being in the store. The meat selection wasn't great. I don't know if it was because we are a black couple . ( this is an Asian place) I felt that I was in the Jim Crow south. Do not give them your money!!!!

This store specializes in prime meat, a gem for Brooklyn!…read more I went and told the butcher , cut me a 2 inch thick porterhouse. He looked me and smiled and I smiled back. He went to work and in no time , got me a cut that has the right portion of fillet and NY strip. A very happy person at that moment. I brought it home , salted over night in the fridge. Slow seared with hardwood charcoal and a little of wood chips on my Weber grill for about an hour at 230-250(it's an old Weber, temperature control is not the best). Let it sat for about 30mins and served. It came out pink, juicy , smoky and BEEFyyyy. Fed a family of 6 that loved every piece of this steak this place sale. It's way cheaper and tastier than eating at a steak house .... Going back for the Kobe beef on my Bday!

This is the spot. The meat and chicken are always great. They will cut and clean your chicken…read morecutlets. There is always plenty of meat and chicken. There are also plenty of staff to assist with orders. The line may seem long at times but it moves fast. The place is also very clean. The price is right. Check this place out!

Without a doubt, the best deli in jersey…read more I stop by here every time I am in Elizabeth! The quality of food and history in Sacco's makes this place an absolute must. Mr. Sacco is a treasure.

The first wave of Italian immigrants in Elizabeth certainly left their mark on the city, and in it…read morestill stands a few establishments, where they can be found in Peterstown or "The Burg," the Italian/American neighborhood downtown. I stumbled upon this spot known as Sacco's Meat Market the other day, which from the outside appeared to be an Italian butcher shop that's been open for 70+ years. There was a chalkboard sign outside that said "Best steak sandwich in NJ." Upon walking in, it felt like I was in an episode of the Soprano's. There was a long table in the center with the owner and several guys discussing sports. I inquired about the best steak sandwich and received a foot-long cheesesteak on fresh bread with hot peppers and onions, fresh sliced American cheese for $10. It was delicious and holds a fire to any other cheesesteak I've had.