BEST BUTCHER SHOP AROUND -- HANDS DOWN!…read more Dorfler's Meats has been my go-to butcher shop for the past few years, and honestly, I can't imagine shopping anywhere else. From the moment you walk in, the owners and staff treat you like family -- not just customers. It's beyond refreshing to go to a meat shop that truly does it right, from start to finish. The quality is unmatched. I happily travel well out of my way just to stock up on their incredibly fresh meats, top-tier seafood, and the ready-made, home-cooked meals that make weeknights (and weekends) so much better. And let's not forget the deli counter -- WOW. The sandwiches are next-level delicious, and the homemade salads are always fresh, flavorful, and addictive. If you're shopping for the holidays, Dorfler's is an absolute must. Their Prime Tenderloin roasts are unreal -- exceptional quality, fair pricing, and you can truly tell how much care and craftsmanship goes on behind the scenes. It's the kind of place where excellence isn't an accident -- it's the standard. The staff is nothing but helpful, friendly, and genuinely kind. From outstanding customer service at the counter to unforgettable meals at my family's table, we have nothing but positive things to say about Dorfler's Meats. Thank you to everyone at Dorfler's for all you do to stay open, keep raising the bar, and continue showcasing exciting, seasonal products that we look forward to all year long. If you haven't been yet, you're missing out -- HIGHLY recommend!

Door floors has the most amazing meats and delicious, prepared sides, and meals! The deli counter…read morehas fresh lunch meat and cheeses for sandwiches and their side salads are delicious - the potato salad tastes just like my grandma used to make. When you stop in, make sure you order a steak sandwich - they are hot off the grill and filled with peppers and mushroom mushrooms - they are absolutely delicious.

We love Thuringer's we are there every week. Always pleased…read morewith the product. The tuna salad is good. Never been disappointed. John does a fantastic job.

Seems like a good place but it seems to be pretty busy. I think we waited about 15 minutes to be…read morehelped, though perhaps it's because it was Memorial Day weekend. The prices were reasonable. I picked up some potato pancakes from their cooler/freezer section, so I'm looking forward to trying those and seeing if the kiddo likes them. There's a private parking lot in the plaza.

Their pizza is a must try the toppings they use super fresh super tasty and the people there are…read moremore than kind. I'm just finally glad I could get a great pizza up here.

Volo Quality Meats is an Italian butcher and deli. We were in the area and was looking for a deli,…read more On a Sunday afternoon the place was packed. There is limited parking and we were able to secure the last open spot. When we walked in we were greeted by one of the butchers, while he was carving beef. The deli showcases a large variety of meats. There are also several freezers with packaged meats. We bought a few varieties. They have a diverse menu of sandwiches. Sandwiches were priced a bit high, but it they were high quality. I had their signature sandwich -the Franklin. It was recognized by Chicago Magazine as one of the city's best dishes. It was roasted turkey , sofrito aioli, cheddar, avocado, arugula, and pickled red onions on sourdough. It was a blend of flavors. My husband had the reuben . It was in house-prepared Brisket Corned Beef, swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and a tangy Russian dressing. We had a side pasta salad and potato salad . There is indoor seating and almost all of the tables were taken. Prices are a but steep, but the quality was very good.

Just Picked up my St Paddy's day party supplies all the way from downtown . Loved the store the…read morequality was impressive and the ladies helping me were a delight. Wish they had a store downtown

Forza is the best meat and deli shop in the north shore. The staff is so friendly and the selection…read moreis amazing. You can find ready made items and everything else you need for dinner. They also have amazing pantry items like pasta and spices. We order their sandwiches all the time- and don't forget the paprika fries!

Ordered kabobs from this butcher. So delicious. The people were nice. The kabobs were delicious,…read moremarinated, and huge! Ready to cook. We baked in the oven and they turned out perfectly.

Excellent quality of meat and expert and caring service. We purchased the standing rib roast and…read moreguests gave us leave reviews. Also purchased the cherry cheesecake (outstanding and very velvety) and small carrot cake (rich flavor) Thank you Ascot!!!

Lake Geneva Country Market produces some of my favorite bratwurst, sausages and bacon. Before…read moreCovid I took a tour of their aging rooms, cutting room and their amazing smokers. The service is excellent and they offer some awesome meats in both the case and in their freezers. They offer an amazing selection of bratwurst year round. It changes every several weeks. Stop by and stock up your freezer.

Decided to purchase a turkey from a meat market to see there was a difference in flavor. The price…read morefor a "roughly" 13 lb turkey was around $65. No one mentioned any difference. The store was very busy, but fully stocked with a good variety of items on shelves and in cooler as well as deli items.

This is the best full service butcher in the area. For Christmas Eve we got a 10lb 4 bone-in…read morestanding rib roast. The meat was beautiful. The preparation was incredible. Perfect trimming of the fat. The bones were cut away from the meat and tied back together. It was incredible!!! For Christmas we got a 7lb beef tenderloin. Incredible. It was prepared with a thin layer of fat around the meat. Covered in foil. And properly tied up. It was incredible as well. Reagan's also has THE BEST skirt steaks. As well as great hamburgers. And Tri-Tip!!!! I love this place! Thank you!!!

Paid prime price for a choice brisket. What a joke. The guy said prime, but it wasn't prime and…read moreit was obvious when I smoked it.

I'm always on the lookout for spots that feel authentic and Prime Beef in Mundelein absolutely…read moredelivers that old-school butcher shop experience you don't come across often anymore. We stopped in today just to check it out, and it turned into one of those unexpectedly great local experiences. It's always a pleasure meeting other Greeks, and Petros, the owner, was incredibly welcoming; honestly felt more like catching up with family. The atmosphere is warm and unpretentious, and the service is genuinely personal. Their meat is of the highest quality I've had since Greece. If you happen to stop in on the weekend, definitely check out their hot specials. Overall, Prime Beef is one of those neighborhood gems that reminds you why local butcher shops still matter. High-quality product, great people, and a welcoming, community feel that's hard to find.

Great staff, fantastic service and food! And a fun place to visit!!!…read more Prime Beef is a truly Happy Place!

Great store! I was there for the first time and got a lot of interesting cuts of meat and also wild…read morecaught salmon. Love 25% and 50% stickers, great way to save!! The associate was super nice!

I don't like leaving negative reviews, but I'm not going back so... I happened to be in the…read moreGlenview area and visited that Wild Fork location a few days ago and I was initially impressed with what I thought was a clean store and quality product. I picked a pork item to take home and try. When I got home and started to thaw it out, I noticed that the item I purchased had expired 1 1/2 months before the purchase date. This was a use by date, not a purchase by date, so it had no shelf life. I thought any establishment would be embarrassed to sell a product 1 1/2 months after the expiration date. Now here's the problem. The Glenview store is 40 minutes from me. I am much closer to the Mt. Prospect store and I was under the impression that the Wild Fork sign on both stores means that they would both back up product sold by the Wild Fork corporation. Well Mt. Prospect wouldn't help me in any way since I did not buy the item there. Don't give me the "franchise" excuse. If Wild Fork can't figure out how to stand behind their product, no matter which location, I have no reason to ever set foot in any of their stores again.

Barbecue, beer, rock and roll and tattoos... OMG, I can't remember a night where I had so much fun…read moreand great food. We started off with the Delirium Black Armangnac Barrel Aged porter. This is a really rare opportunity, so I'm not sure I'll ever see it again. Amazing!! For an opener we enjoyed the Char Siu Pig Wings, a really unique take on the chicken wing - sweet, spicy and perfectly cooked. Then it was on to the brisket, St Louis style ribs and some of the best and most interesting sides I've had in a long time. The Sticky Sprouts had the same flavor profile as the Pig Wings, unique and tasty. The mac and cheese was dusted with crushed Flaming Hot Cheetos and the fried green tomatoes were really good too. I didn't have any stomach room left for dessert. I'll have to try the candied bacon n the next time I eat here, which I hope is really soon. And, I was granted a special high kick in celebration of my bday! The staff made my night really special.

We had Chicago Culinary Kitchen cater my husband's birthday party last weekend, and the food was…read moreabsolutely amazing! We've eaten at the restaurant before and it's always incredible, which is why we decided to go with them for catering, but you never know, sometimes catering can be hit or miss. In this case, it was just as delicious as eating in person. The delivery was seamless, and the driver was so helpful in getting everything set up. The food stayed warm, traveled well, and held up beautifully. Everyone at the party kept commenting on how great everything tasted. One fun note: we had a couple of guests up from Texas, and as anyone who knows barbecue knows, Texans can be very particular about their BBQ. They absolutely loved it, which says a lot! Jay was also fantastic to work with. He called me ahead of time to walk through the order and gave helpful tips for setup and serving. Everything went perfectly from start to finish. I can't recommend Chicago Culinary Kitchen enough. Just phenomenal food and great service all around.