I started my Walden subscription in January 2020. Amazing timing given the way 2020 and 2021 have unfurled. Pro's - consistently good quality products; delivered in well packaged cooler by their own courteous and timely drivers. ALL OF THEIR SAUSAGES ARE DELICIOUS! Con's - it's pricier than other options, but that's not terribly surprising. Tip: I've migrated to a smaller base share with more individual add-ons. I feel that this gets me more specific items that we'd like to purchase while still supporting the whole animal approach Walden champions. read more

Walden local meat is a great source of quality meat and fish. The taste and nutritional value is better than anything you can get in a supermarket. I just cooked up a roast beef on my grill. It was tender enough to cut with a butter knife and the beefy taste was delicious. read more

Walden Local Meat - Meat Shops Near Me - Tewksbury, Massachusetts

I got boneless chicken and the half breast and they were so dry and flavorless! Pricey too! I won't be ordering again. Tried them years ago and wasn't impressed either. read more

I have tried to get behind this business but I stop when I see that the consumer doesn't get to choose the cuts of meat they buy, that you just have to take what they give you. The package plans all include some cheap cuts that my family would never eat. It's very pricey too. For people who want a grab bag of $$$ meat delivered to their door it probably works but I'd rather go to the store & choose what I want for a lower price. Changing my review because they do appear to have a bricks & mortar store in Boston + their customer service is very nice. read more

we've had their meat subscription for a few years now. after a health restriction we went half seafood for our family. the meat, eggs, butter, holiday orders are great. that said, over the past couple years, the fish is usually fine (watch out for pinbones), but I've had skate that made my lips puff at the first taste (spoiled!), another fish (sorry I forgot which kind) that was so fishy-stinky it was noticeable while still frozen in the vacuum pack, and most recently wormy monkfish. I get that using more local/small business means paying more and being more attuned to what you've recieved, but I'd rather not risk it for fish. read more

I love Walden! Once quarantine began back in the spring, a friend and fellow Yelper pointed me in the direction of Walden. She mentioned the high quality of the meat and all the great add-ons that are offered each month. I have now had six deliveries and have never had anything bad. Some items are better than others but everything is always delicious and fresh. The delivery people are great and have even gotten to know my dogs. The chicken livers are a monthly add-on for me since my pups love them as a treat. I love their variety of sausages and the ground meat is great for various dishes. Each month you never know what you're going to get but you do know how great it will be. I also love that you can add-on fish, organ meat, and even butter. read more

If I could give 10 stars I would! What an amazing company! We didn't put in an order for Christmas this year because our plan was to travel to GA to be with family. But our entire family has ended up with Covid so we had to cancel our trip. Since we were staying home for Christmas we now need to make our own dinner. Since it's so late in the month we missed the window for ordering a ham so I called to see if I could maybe send someone to pick one up at the warehouse or something. Kelly answered the phone and was just an angel!! She not only acquired a ham for us but she is personally delivering it to our home!! I can't even believe it! I have been a member with Walden Local Meat for a few years now and our family won't ever go back to store bought! The food is better than any other source we have tried but now I can honestly say that the service is even better than the food!! Thank you Kelly and team for all you do for the community and for our family!! read more

I've been having meat delivery from Walden Meat for several months and love the service. I've opted to pay for leaner cuts but I've found the meat delicious and like supporting local farms. Plus now when I shop I only purchase whole grains and vegetables and seafood. I wish they had lamb delivery but I keep checking for the option. They also have great additional options like fermented pickled beets and dog treats. It feels right contributing to locally sourced meats. I'd love to find an organic farm share that allows me to choose my vegetables if you know of one send me a message. But if you want to try this delivery service you can't go wrong. read more

We have had two deliveries so far. Our household is trying to eat less meat, and, feels strongly about how an animal is raised before being processed for our table. The product is by far superior to a grocery store. Expensive but so far worth it. Customer service is great and I will update this review in the future. read more

Worth 10 stars I've been an early adopter with Walden meats. Their meat share is simply incredible. There is zero waste because all of the meat arrives frozen and you can thaw it when you want it. The thawed meat will be good in your refrigerator for 1 to 2 weeks so you can thaw a bunch of things but you don't have to feel like you have to use it right away. But convenience aside, the quality is simply outstanding, and the price is much better than buying grass fed or local at Whole Foods or other places like that. The taste of animals that have been kindly raised is so much better. Also the customer service is excellent, every time I have a question or an issue they resolve it quickly and they're extremely friendly. I'm so happy to have this opportunity to support local family farms and eat delicious food all at the same time! Thanks Walden! read more

I have no idea what anyone giving a 5 star review is thinking, but these are most expensive and crappy steaks I've ever had.

Love! Love! Love! everything about Walden Local Meat. Made Moroccan meatloaf using the ground lamb and was yummy! Full recipe on website. p.s. recipes card ideas are included with your monthly delivery Be well and stay curious, Lipstick Warriors read more

Walden Local Meat - Moroccan Meatloaf using the Ground Lamb - delicious! - Meat Shops Near Me - Tewksbury, Massachusetts

We've been a member for several years. We love Walden Meat and feel good about supporting local farms.

We have been using Walden for the last year and things went well until this month when I received no notice about my share. Long story short, the computer system marked my March share as April so we didn't get an April share. Customer service was very slow and after three emails and a voicemail we received a very poorly written email and our share. The share we received was freezer burned and the least inspired one we have received, it was as if to make up for our missing share they cleaned out the freezer on us. I have been really happy with the service until now, going to give it another chance for now, but I hope this doesn't happen again. read more

Easy to order and trouble free deliveries. Extremely satisfied with selection of meats & fish. Love that the farm, farmer or fishmonger is noted on the labels. read more

If you live in New England and you are looking for local, ethically raised, healthful grass-fed meats, check out this CSA. They deliver to your door or you can pick up your share in Burlington, MA. The meats are excellent. The farm source is identified for each cut. The variety is great - it's fun to open the share and dream up what meals can be made. If you visit the store, there's a case full of odds and ends, like marrow and knuckle bones, bacon, sausage, grass fed butter (which is amazing tasting), chicken livers, etc. Walden is very professional in their communication and delivery. A real pleasure to deal with. read more

Walden Local Meat - Meat Shops Near Me - Tewksbury, Massachusetts

We've been using Walden for meat delivery for a longgggg time - maybe 5 years or so based off of a recommendation from a coworker. The quality is A+ and we love knowing we're supporting a local business and regional farms. It's a win win! What prompted this review was the corned beef we received from Walden this past month LET ME TELL YOU IT BLEW MY MIND. Literally dreaming about next years corned beef already. Another thing I love about them is that they've been responsive and accommodating to requests that I've made to update my share. I was getting a cut that I really didn't love cooking with monthly and I requested to not include it anymore and they haven't. If you're on the fence about trying Walden I say definitely give them a shot! read more

Man, what a disappointment. I signed up about 5-6 weeks ago and I was told there may be a week wait before being accepted, which I was totally fine with doing. What I wasn't told is once I would be accepted it would be a month before my first order came in. So my long-awaited first order finally arrived today and of the 10 lbs, about 8 lbs of it (!!!) were: 1) Ground beef (1 lb, which I knew I'd get and I'm okay with it. But this was followed by...) 2) Eye Round Roast (1.89 lbs) 3) Whole Chicken (3.15 lbs) 4) Beef Center-Cut Shank The other two lbs were chicken breast and a NY strip steak, which I was okay with. But two "quality" cuts out of a 10 lb, $134 bag. Wow. I mean, broken down by price, I paid $10.34 per pound for ground beef, a whole chicken, a roast, and a shank. I mean, seriously. Wow. I tried supporting the local guys, but back to Butcher Box I go. And before customer support says "you should have specified what you wanted"...I did. But I don't eat pork and you only let me specify sections of the cow that I could choose from...then proceeded to send me some of the worst cuts from those sections. It's been a long time since I've felt this ripped off and misled by a company. Totally shameful. read more

I really was torn giving these guys a 3 star. There are a few reasons I would give them a 2 and some I would give them a 5. The good, They deliver in incredibly well packed containers and while all the meat is frozen, they really have nailed this. The meat they deliver is good quality and always tasty for what it is. The Bad, I am not sure if this company takes all the good cuts for themselves and friends and family, But top sirloin is the "Best" cut of meat I have ever received, even after complaining about it on the phone with them. I am paying top dollar for this meat, where is my Tbone, Porterhouse, Filet or even a freaking ribeye? Most of the weight is made up of random tough cuts that you need to google to even figure out how to cook them. While I get the fun of that, 90% of my order should not be made up of random cheap cuts of meat that are only good if you Sous Vide or slow cook/smoke for the premium price I pay. I am going to call them and ask yet again about this, but I am really considering canceling my subscription and just hitting up a local meat shop that can give me my moneys worth. read more

I started out with a monthly delivery at the lowest amount and rate. However, as a single woman, I found switching to a quarterly delivery worked better: I get a greater variety of cuts. The one lb "steaks" of various cuts work great in a stir fry and who knew oven BBQ'd spare ribs are as good as those done on the grill.! Well, OK, grilling on a beautiful summer day beats sticking them in the oven but with no way to grill, I am just happy to be able to still enjoy a favorite cut of meat this way. The small beef roasts cooked low and slow come out delicious. While grass-fed beef does need a little more attention, the results are worth it. My latest delivery is full of good cuts perfect for me: two pork chops, two chicken breasts, sausage (all are yummy), ground beef, a one lb beef steak, and a small ham. That last cut is perfect for cooking in a New England boiled dinner with lots of potatoes, carrots and cabbage-- perfect fall meals will ensue! read more

We've been fans of Walden Local Meat since September 2016, haven't skipped one delivery. This is the only way we buy our meat and fish. It took some getting used to cooking pastured raised meat (less fatty than non-pastured raised) but we love knowing it comes from caring, hardworking local farmers. Also we're huge fans of the butter and eggs and their chorizo is the best. Every month our Walden delivery arrives is like Christmas morning. read more

Love Walden. We have been customers for about two years. Never had any problems with anything. The quality is excellent and sourced locally which we love. You can see exactly which farm/ fishing boat/ source each item comes from which is amazing and they offer more than just meat. The prices are fair and there is no charge for delivery. Couldn't be happier or more satisfied. Give them a try! read more

We have been Walden customers for a couple years now and I am so happy with not only their products, but also their customer service. They are prompt, kind, helpful, and always deliver :) Do yourself a favor and give them a try! The blueberry breakfast sausage is delicious! read more

I've been subscribed to Walden Local's delivery service for longer than a year. I'm a retired small farmer, an advocate for humane animal treatment, and an avid cook. Walden Local satisfies every one of these parts of me. The meat is outstanding. (Seriously, if you think you've had roast chicken but haven't had a roast pasture raised chicken, you've got a revelation in store.) Walden uses the whole animal, which respects the animal and gives me a chance to step into previously unexplored culinary territory. I love the availability of organ meats. (I've made my first steak and kidney pie and regularly make liver paté. While I'm thinking of chicken liver...pasture raised chicken liver is awesome!) To the quality and variety of meat, add a shout-out to the seafood options. The monkfish is not great. Something about the cut is off. But, oh my goodness, the skate wings! I didn't even know such a meal existed. Now it's my absolute favorite. The eggs are the best I've had since I stopped raising my own. Finally, the customer service is awesome. I get a delivery every other month, but can skip a delivery anytime I desire. I received some bread that I was unhappy with, and the cost was refunded immediately, no questions asked. The meat is packed in dry ice, and is never even slightly affected by the hottest weather. I've sent several emails and have always received a courteous response within twenty-four hours. I love, love, love this service. read more

We've been very happy with Walden! We mostly ate chicken before starting to receive a monthly shipment, so it's been nice to add some variety. We get the lowest package + 2 lbs of sustainable fish. I definitely haven't always known how to cook things but I can usually find a method with a quick google search. It's more expensive than you would pay at the grocery store (of course) but it feels good to be supporting sustainable farming. The only negative is that I don't really care for most sausage (generally, not just Walden). It would be nice to be able to opt for hot dogs instead (especially since I have a toddler who would surely eat them). read more

My family and I have had a subscription for several years, and for good reason. The quality of all the products is consistently outstanding. We have enjoyed all the delicious cuts of meat, fish and eggs. Oh my gosh - the eggs are glorious! Everything is fresh, tasty and each month is a fun surprise of "what goodies will we cook this month?" I also recommend the monthly add-ons, which provide good options for additional meals. I also feel good knowing that we are supporting local farmers, and eating high quality, humanely treated, more eco-friendly meat. You can definitely taste the difference! The deliveries are well-timed, come in an excellent cooler, and the customer service is second to none. read more

We signed up with Walden 3 months ago. The communication by email is terrific. They quickly responded to any questions or concerns I had as a new customer. They have a section on the order page where you can notify them of any allergies or dietary concerns. It is there that I requested nothing with sugar in it. I have never received anything with sugar as a result. Every delivery has arrived on time and well packed. We have enjoyed our meats and I usually order extra ground beef and a dozen eggs. We have been happy with all of it. I like that you can change your preferences at any time and add anything special they offer before your order is set to deliver. Nothing but good things to say about Walden. read more

Signed up and received 2 monthly 10-13 lb shares, beef and pork only. The price per pound is extremely high considering that I received only ground beef and cheap cuts of beef and pork. Pork shoulder, chuck steaks, cheap roasts suitable for stew etc. If you are including chicken you are getting an even worse deal per pound. The ground beef was tasty, the other cuts not so good. Too much fat (not the good kind like in marbled steaks) and connective tissue. Tough when cooked. Very disappointing. I cancelled immediately on receiving the second delivery and seeing nothing better than the first. You are paying up to $13/lb for items that should sell for half of that and less in many cases. Join C****o and you can buy USDA Prime beef for similar prices and choose the cuts you prefer. Otherwise - go to your local butcher. Customer service was very polite and cancelled immediately. They explained that they pay a good price to the farmers. No high pressure sales pitch to stay on. If you want to donate your money to local farms and you are making an ethical decision go for it. If you want delicious, top quality meat look elsewhere. read more

I was with Walden for two months and headed into a third when I canceled my subscription. From the get-go, the company seemed incapable of addressing simple requests (e.g., please call my cell to let me know when the driver has dropped off our share, or when can we actually get chicken in our share). The last straw was when I switched my account over to my AMEX card for the points and the card was repeatedly rejected (though there were thousands of dollars of available credit on the card). When I spoke to my bank, I was told that somehow Walden's system held up my charge because either a) the address and/or expiration are wrong (which I reentered three times and reviewed with a representative of my bank on the phone) b) Walden had failed to do the most recent AMEX Security upgrade (which Walden dismissed offhand). Long story short, I chose to believe the bank that I had been with over 23 years than the company that could never quite get my order right. They are all very pleasant at Walden, and I appreciate their mission, but a good mission and a pleasant tone is no excuse for commercial incompetence. Personally, I won't use them again. Your mileage may vary. read more

My partner and I have been members for three months now and are totally obsessed with Walden Local Meat! We eat meat often but were buying the same pieces of meat every week and it was getting really boring. The quality of the meat at our grocery store was not good either, we were often disappointed. So we tried this! It is a bit more pricey than what we were spending at the grocery store (Market Basket) but the quality is outstanding! You can really taste the difference. We also get the eggs which are awesome as well. Each month we have gotten a different selection of meat (we get the 11lb option) and they have yet to repeat! We have really enjoyed receiving new cuts of meat that we typically wouldn't buy, then we look up how to cook it or use some of the recipes Walden provides each month! It has really opened us up to more exciting options and makes dinner less boring! Grocery shopping has become a breeze as well. We just go in and get veggies and sides because we already have the meat at home! The meat comes vacuumed sealed, so even you defrost it, it can stay in the fridge for longer than grocery store meat. It tastes great after defrosting too. Such big fans of Walden! read more

I cook for a household that is divided between meat eaters and vegetarians and do my best to source our lamb, beef, pork products and chicken from local farmers who raise their stock using best practices. Walden's prices and qualities and customer service make their service a win- win for us. We just got our first delivery and as we pulled out each package I called out what it would cost me to buy the item at the best price I usually get. By the time we unpacked we were ahead of the game plus it was delivered to my door in freezer ready vacuum packaging. Very pleased to have started using this company! Customer service has been proactive friendly and helpful. read more

Amazing! We've been getting shares for about 6 months or so, and every single cut of meat has been so flavorful. We started Walden because we were always disappointed with the quality of meat available at the grocery store. We decided that we'd rather eat less meat and have it be delicious, so that's what we do. We're getting the 6-7 lb share and it suits us pretty well for two or three meat meals per week for two adults. BTW, for those saying they think their shares are small, I have not found that to be the case - each month our share is between 6-7 lbs., exactly what we pay for. Their personal service is fantastic - for example, I like lamb but my husband is not a fan, and I only use stew meat or ground lamb. We both like ham maybe once a year. The person who took my call assured me that would be no problem, and also told me what it would look like on my account page since her more detailed notes would not be visible to me. Like I said, every month is delicious and it does feel good to know we're helping live a little more sustainably. read more

Walden is a great company with an amazing mission. Grass fed, antibiotic free meat from local farms in New England. We have been with them for several years and love what we get. On the rare occasion we don't like a certain cut we just remove it from future orders. We love the chicken, ground beef, pork, eggs, butter and fish. Can't be beat read more

Words cannot describe how wonderful Walden Local is. I have been receiving monthly deliveries for some time now and I've never been disappointed. The meat is simply fantastic. They provide instructions on how best to prepare it and monthly recipes they've collected. They also offer monthly specials that include not only meat, but spices, soaps, etc - in particular I love their meat sticks (irresistable). Once they forgot to add one of my monthly special items to my bag. Within in an hour they had responded to my email and offered to do a second delivery. The absolute best service of any company I've ever had dealings with. You also can't forget the manner in which they do business which is local, sustainable and works to improve the lives of the animals and people involved. Feel good about it all. read more

I love love love Walden Local meats. I am a single person and am usually preparing meals for myself and my boyfriend or just myself for weekly meal prep. The ability to select portion sizes is great so there is minimal waste on my end, I order 2 portion sizes. The 6-7lb box was perfect, and had a great variety (chicken breast, sausages, ground lamb, a small ham, and steak tips). I also added an extra lb. of ground beef. Everything has been amazing and the peace of mind knowing that the meat is sustainably produced is priceless. At an average of ~$10/lb its pricier than, say, a Market Basket, but much cheaper than what I would pay at WholeFoods. I also want to add that they have really great personal customer service. read more

I am very pleased w my membership with Walden Local Meat. I wanted to get a turkey from them, so I needed to join. The turkey was fabulous, as were the rolls, butter and pecan pie. I got a share the next month, and expensive, but you get what you pay for. The hamburger was delicious, as were the pork chops and chicken breasts. I have a pork roast and spare ribs still, and I am sure they will be excellent as well. I am on an every four month pain. I like meat, especially good quality, but I don't eat it most nights. The flexibility in ordering is great, and the customer service - they are very responsive, and personable. Highly recommended!! read more

excellent - everything !! love all the products, Eggs, meats, all delicious- top quality . Perfect sizing good packaging all round perfect experience with Walden- I got my Turkeys from them this year and they were fantastic. I also get the ground hearts and livers for my dogs who go crazy when give them the extra treat in their dish. The ground beef for hamburgers just WOW - again everything is very high quality you get what you pay for - enjoy ! read more

It feels amazing to have meats from Walden local meat because I don't need to worry about "bad stuff" coming into my stomach. My husband is a carnivore and he eats meat in every meal. This is the main reason why I have chosen to order our meats from WLM to help him get at least heathy meats daily. The taste is wonderful! We made grommet burgers with their ground beef which melt in our mouths. The only downfall is that all the products are delivered frozen and some meats, especially steaks are little chewy. read more

I've been using Walden for almost a year now and it is a choice I've never regretted! The service is amazing, the cuts are top notch and the variety really makes me think outside the box for new recipes. It's a bit on the pricier side, but the flavor & quality is so far and above what you'd pay at the supermarket so it's completely worth it! read more

I work in digital marketing. Therefore, paid online ads really never work for me. Well, let me tell you a little story... It was sitting in the airport back in March, waiting for an early morning flight to South Carolina for a bachelor party. Bored, iced Dunkin in hand, scrolling through Twitter...and then I see a promoted Tweet for these guys. My interest was piqued and I bookmarked it to review after the debauchery I was going to encounter subsided. Upon return home, I signed up for a monthly delivery of their "Starter Pack". I must say, I was pretty darn excited. A few weeks later, my first delivery arrived...and, man, have I been floored ever since! From the first time I cooked with it, I realized not only does the quality of the products delivered (ground beef/pork/lamb, chicken, etc.) beat the FLAVORPANTS off of any store-bought meat but the value is more than fair! After about my third month, what did I do? Upgraded to a full share!! Now I get a few things a month that help me push my culinary skills into areas I love to eat, but have never cooked myself (like short ribs, a whole chicken, lamb shoulder, etc.) Plus, you get some nice benefits: - recipes each month - generally, a special treat tossed in (black garlic, mustards, hot sauce, etc.) - add-on options (the eggs are un-freaking-believable) Just do it - bite the bullet - sign up - get cooking!!! read more