Went here to get tenderloin cut for beef wellington right before on Christmas Eve, which was not a good plan cause most of holiday things are sold out. I called ahead before heading down here, "Do you have center cut tenderloin?", "Yes we have a lot". Well that was dumb of me for being not specific enough on what I'm trying to make. When I got there, I talked to one of the staff asking for the tenderloin. They proceed to show the center cut tenderloin which been cut to steak size. I explained that I'm planning to make Wellington, and that would not work. They went to the back, but couldn't find any, and told me it was sold out earlier. Then they talked about the other tenderloin cut, which twirled using string, they said I can use it but they wouldn't recommend it for Wellington as there is muscle which going to make it tough. I decided to just get the prosciutto, and another staff came to help me. They asked how much I need and what I'm making. Once they learned that I'm making Wellington, they dig around for the center cut and there was one left! Christmas is saved! Cost about $113.68 for 1.146 kg of center cut tenderloin, very good price! read more

Windsor Quality Meats - Center Cut Tenderloin - Meat Shops Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

I was looking for duck fat and came across a photo on the Windsor Meats website showing a variety of small containers of lard, beef tallow and duck fat at reasonable prices ($5-6). When I drove 45 minutes to the shop I couldn't help notice that the small containers of duck fat (maybe 300 ml) were $28. That's a big difference from the advertised price ON THE WEBSITE. You wasted my time and my gas money. read more

Windsor Quality Meats - Meat Shops Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Helpful and knowledgeable staff. Slight premium over chain stores but well worth it for quality and customer service.

Great experience at Windsor Meats. The bearded staff person who helped me (didn't catch his name) was knowledgeable about different cuts, friendly, and extremely helpful. I waited until after I cooked my meat to review. I bought a stew blend that included chuck, brisket, etc. The mix of fattier meats vs. those with more connective tissue made a thick, rich stew. The double smoked thick bacon was pretty hard to resist snacking on before it went in the stew, and we're looking forward to eating the remaining half of the packet of bacon for breakfast. Definitely worth the price difference from grocery store bacon - good value overall. I'll be back to try some of the more obscure cuts - as another Yelper mentioned, they have EVERYTHING. My duck fat, veal shank, and oxtail needs will never go unsatisfied again. read more

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Bought a $32 ribeye for new years dinner. It was chewy and not tender. Meat costs are soaring and I have found that quality has declined. Not just Windsor, but Costco as well. It's too bad. read more

Great place for bone broth, farm eggs and just overall fresh antibiotic-free and free range meat. We picked up an organic turkey here a couple of year ago it was definitely outstanding compared to frozen turkeys. I also like their ground meats as well as other items. Today, I picked up a bag of organic made in Italy pasta. They have broth made and in the fridge, frozen pies and of course house made sausages. The service here is always incredible. If there is something I need and can't find in the front, they will also look in the back or accommodate me with something closest to what I am looking for. It is a upbeat store with very knowledgeable staff. A great place to shop and certainly a known locale on Main Street. read more

This place has become my 'go-to' for sausages, after two BBQ's eating their meat in a tube I can say that they have some of the best sausages. If you get here early enough you will see a variety of tubed meat... but if you get here later... well tough luck if there is no selection, there is a reason why! The first time I was here, I came around lunch, and this place had more than 6 varieties of sausage, anywhere from lamb, beef, chorizo, pesto chicken, spicy italian, turkey, and even beets and chicken, just to name the ones that I have seen here... haven't tried them all yet.. but in due time, it's still Summer.. and even if it passes I would still think of this place for meat. Came here on a Saturday near close to pick up some sausages for my significant's family BBQ at night.. this place was packed with a lineup 8 deep.. and other people roaming around seeing what is left to buy, it seemed like a zombie apocalypse with people loading up for home.... or it could just be summer where people are loading up for the nightly BBQ or dinner. It was like a zoo in here, with some people giving up on the chase for meat due to the long lineup, and at the same time there were 3 people servicing clients. The prices here are fair, and for sausages... very fair... as my dear took me to another place once to buy some links and spent more for less! I have yet to try their cuts of meat, but that is for another day! From prepared, ready to throw on the grill meats.. to game meats.. they even have a poultry section that is seperate and you can rent their grill! They also have a meat draw if you sign up online to their newsletter and the people are friendly here... until next time.... eat meat, repeat! read more

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I kind of don't want to leave a review cause it's just gonna make this place more popular (which sucks for me! lol) I do love the team here. They all know their meats and will help you out and go above and beyond. I've ordered Christmas roasts and turkey's from them and they always impress! They really do have everything and can custom order a lot of stuff depending on your needs. I've always found every experience there a positive one, even when they were super busy during the pandemic and things were harder to come by. read more

I have always tried to purchase from butchers for my meat from the first time moving to Vancouver some 25 years ago when I landed in Marpole (Shout out to Marpole Quality Meats, your time on Granville St when I first arrived helped dining so much back then). Since then, especially when I lived five blocks away at Main and 30th, I would always do my meat shopping at Windsor Meats. The price is certainly within that of the supermarkets and the quality is ALWAYS better. Now that I'm over off Knight Street I still come back to do my meat shopping there. Their staff continues to be so kind and so HELPFUL, whatever you're looking for. Today I was in, looking for sausage (something that their sausage maker is incredible at) (I brought Moroccan spiced lamb sausage to a multi faith pot luck a while ago and was praised at how good it was, but I digress). Some of the regular ones were there (chorizo, breakfast, etc) along with a honey garlic one. I'm reticent to cook meats with anything too sweet or sugary, as they often burn or, at least, cook funny but the young woman behind the counter assured me that the blend was a beautiful balance and that she had tried one herself the previous night and, goodness gracious, she was not lying. It was a sweet symphony of flavour and I'm grateful I took her advice. Also got eggs which, again aren't more expensive than the supermarket plus, if you want, there is an upgrade. Here's the finale on this. They make THE BEST PEPPORONI. PERIOD. And today, when I went in and got two ropes (I peeked to see whether or not they had run out before I ordered because, unfortunately, that happens). I saw a big stack and was relived. I was then told they had only come out of the smoker this morning. And, for the crew there, they swore that it was the best pepperoni they had ever had. And, between spice and smoke, it was GLORIOUS. I actually get nervous when expounding on places who do their product this well in case they sell out (it's meat, I can't be by every day to buy it all), but they got this. And I have yet to meet a single person there who I wouldn't be willing to deal with a next time. All friendly staff! read more

They have everything. I always forget to check this butcher out. It's located at 25th and Main. Parking is not the greatest but it's definitely doable. The store is very clean, the coolers well laid out and there isn't that weird meat smell that most butcher shops have. The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable and are able to offer suggestions if you ask. The carry fresh items, large meat packs, goose fat along with many frozen offerings. Beef bones, sweet breads, venison and much more. They really have everything. I'll be shopping there again for sure. read more

Trying to support to local butchers, the quality of the meats here are very good. I've got prime rib here and also some marinated wings. Prices are reasonable for what you get. The staff are also quite knowledgeable and friendly. read more

Great attentive service and staff are willing to answer questions. Looking at the prices for their steaks, it is quite competitive and not that much more expensive than what you'd find at your local supermarket. Everything is wrapped up nicely and they give you a bag. They also sell some exotic meats if you are feeling adventurous. Come support a local business and cook up some quality meats :) read more

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EASILY the BEST butcher shop In Vancouver maybe all of the world. The guys that work in the shop are all amazing dudes. They always give me great deals when I come by and the quality of the meats is second to none. I can't say enough about the service this place has. The staff is just amazing. It's been my go to spot now for years and I will continue to come here for as long as I am in Vancouver. HIGHLY recommend this spot to wveryb read more

I went into this butcher store today to pick up some kangeroo meat for my dog's 16th bday. Things have been really tough at home as my grandmother is terminally ill and my dog has been really sick. This young gentleman working behind the counter offered me a piece of pork chop on the house. I was really surprised and was really caught off guard. My initial reaction was shock so I'm not sure if I acted rude. However I'm so grateful for his act of kindness. I have a really long night ahead of me and I was actually stressing out about dinner. I'm not sure if he realize what he did today but he really made a difference in the outcome of the rest of the day for me. From the bottom of my heart I want to say thank you for your kindness. I appreciate it and what you did made my day. The pork chop was amazing! Super juicy and flavourful. I airfried it for 15 minutes and it came out perfect. Not sure why the photos are not uploading. I'm definitely picking these up for the next family dinner I'm making read more

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I have to give all the credit to my fellow Yelpers who mentioned this butcher on a talk thread. THANK YOU! This is the best butcher I have found in Vancouver. Great prices. Supports local farms. Helpful happy staff. And best of all... My BBQ'd NY strips were frikkin perfect. The grain fed beefs are quite lovely. I am already a loyal customer and it has only been a week. Next up is an attempt to cook a free range duck. read more

Windsor Quality Meats - Windsor Meats, Vancouver BC - Meat Shops Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

A visitor from the States. My father was a butcher; so, I know meat. Not everyone behind the counter is well informed, but the people that select their meat must. It's among the best anywhere, especially the dry aged Prime behind the glass window at the end of the counter. Sliced meats, chuck eye and other specialty cuts r very good. The shop also features exotic meats--Buffalo, goat, alligator, etc. Prices r reasonable for this quality. I pay $33/lb for Prime ribeye steak in the US. Of course, I'm not the typical shopper, having a butcher for a father and someone that does all the cooking at home. You won't go wrong here, especially if u know meat. If not, ask for someone who does as help for u. Meat is nuanced; to eat well it needs white fat marveling in the right places. I ordered from the states for daughters in Vancouver. WQM is "thumbs up" for me. read more

Windsor meats has been my go to butcher for a few years now. The staff is super friendly and knowledgeable. The meat selection here is great and the prices are reasonable. Other than meats they also sell farm fresh eggs, pork lard & duck fat. The store is super clean and with the COVID scare going around, they have taken extra precautions for their customers. Only 3 people are allowed at a time to maintain social distancing. Come support the local business :) read more

Windsor meats gets high points all around. The staff will go out of their way to explain butchery, cooking, and serve you efficiently. It also is just like some hipster tried to make it look old school,.. but it actually is old so its just awesome and inviting organically! The quality of the meat is fantastic, a bit pricey, but not stupid pricey, and you get what you pay for. It was here that i bought some beef and upon cooking it realized that good restaurants must not use what is sold in Safeway,.. this is real meat. You will see people come in here that look like they have come here for decades for their meat needed, and rightly so. I think this is place to go if you are serving meat to guests, and want some advice and some experience along the way (not just filling a chore on a checklist). Last gush: right in the heart of my favourite neighborhood - in fact a pillar of it! read more

Excellent selection and quality. Some caring and sharing (own recipes) staff Also treats: duck fat; on site made BEST mince pies at christmas time and...did I mention the stuffing? Bolognese meat mixture, frozen for domestic goddess cheating. De-boning thighs..... And, at times, great music, which they'll not shy away from scribbling down details of for an old bag who can then down load on iTunes. Honestly, I should have written a review for their wonderfulness years' back, but Jubel, Klingande Ultra Deep House just started playing on Paddy, and I was transported, and grateful for Windsors, Main St, for so many reasons. Go there. See what you find that rocks your world! read more

No nonsense butcher with range of frozen, fresh and rarer items like suet. Very reasonable pricing. Sausages are tasty. Grass fed steaks great price. On more than one occasion I've left only to realize that one item I'd ordered was missing. But was never a problem and was quickly rectified. Appreciated. Some blood sausage would be nice but hey I'm content. I wish I lived closer. Thanks, lads read more

I love this place, I buy all my meat here. I try my best to buy good quality meat, and I'm always pleasantly surprised how affordable this place is - comparing it to Granville Island butchers, Whole Foods, etc where I would buy similar quality meat. Watch out for their house-cured bacon, it is the meatiest, tastiest thing ever. They don't always have it available. The staff are friendly, normal people - none of that macho crap I seem to run into at so many butchers. I like that there isn't heaps and heaps of meat and that they sometimes run out of things - that's the way it should be, it means it's not been hanging around for ages. If you need something specific, phone ahead and they will have it ready for you. There are new signs above the counters explaining the origin of each of their meats, and it's really helpful. read more

I love supporting my friendly local neighbourhood butcher. Honestly, I don't know much about different cuts of meat, but it seems like this place has a great selection. I usually get a 4 pound pork shoulder for about $12 (which, by the way feeds two people for days and days!), and a pound of bacon for around $5. The cost is pretty much on par with Nester's Market up the street, but I believe the the quality at Windsor is better. Without any sort of queue or number system it can be a bit intense at times, but I've never had to wait more than 5 minutes to be served and my purchases have always turned out to be delicious. My one complaint has to do with their recent rebranding initiative. Sure their new Windsor logo is modern and has been well designed, but I am actually appalled by their new "Meat Men on Main St." slogan. Please tell me I the not the only one out there finds this completely and overtly sexist? Hey Windsor, it's 2013 and I've been served by female employees working in your shop. Don't they deserve some acknowledgment too? Sheesh! read more

Old school butcher doing it right. Based on their antique (working) cash register, this place is definitely older than me. Heck they even calculate prices by pencil. Full of local, organic, free-range, etc meats, they have everything you need. My favourite is their bacon. Great smokiness. Service is decent, especially one of the guys that is usually there. Super friendly guys. Are they the cheapest? No, but you definitely get quality. read more

Wheres the Meat??? Here this locally owned and operated store been around for 23 years!! great organic chicken, beef, and at times organic pork & lamb.. They sell sea food as well, but i come here for the meat..Theres prices are pretty close to the rest, but heck its independent & locally owned rather than a publicly owned and USA run store like whole foods. The staff are friendly and most are knowledgeable the odd staff isn't completely up on his meat specs but theres never any wait time, so the mgr is always close by. read more

I felt like some extra high quality steaks so I came here thinking a neighbourhood butcher is the place to go. Spent $60 on 3 steaks and they weren't as good as what I buy at the grocery store. None of us bothered to finish them. Also, unless you live in the neighbourhood and can walk, getting there on the weekend is a nightmare. Zero parking and absolute gridlock on the streets all around. Lastly, the guy I dealt was abrupt and borderline rude. Made me feel like he thought it was a privilege just to do business with them. Failed experiment - won't be back. read more

Love this place!!! Been eating Meat from this place since my first tooth. The oddball butchers are awesome and very helpful, especially when they see me struggling with my kids in the stroller. They always come out to help me with the door without asking. If you are looking to get the best holiday turkey, come here. You will need to book ahead if time. Also, the best prime rub roasts--with fat cap on! read more

Great butcher shop, friendly, quirky staff and an excellent selection. When we moved to Vancouver, finding a quality butcher was at the top of our list of life necessities. Luckily, we moved into the neighborhood of Windsor Quality Meats! We were relieved to find a reputable shop that has been in business for years. They have a great counter, full of a fresh and ever-changing selection. They'll give you tips on what to order, what's on special, and chat you up as you shop. They also feature a great local and organic selection. If you have a four-legged friend, make sure you inquire about their raw pet food! read more

Great old-school butcher shop. They're really good at sourcing their meat and have a good range of local options. Things may be a bit more expensive than at Safeway, but the quality of meat is much higher. Also, don't be intimidated! The staff are generally friendly, and have always been patient with me when it comes to questions. read more

These guys are great. I Order a turkey here each Christmas. They scratch your name on a little card (low tech reservation system) which makes me nervous but every year they come through with a beatiful/tasty bird as promised. Staff is efficient & knowledgeable. Hope you can stay in my neighbourhood for years to come Windsor. read more

The best butcher shop in town. Awesome home-made pepperoni sticks & sausages, cuts of pork & steak. Their eggs they sell - way tastier than the boxstore runs. Their cuts of family-sized birds, roasts? Excellent. Service? Thumbs up! - great, knowledgeable staff. Always a pleasure to order from them read more

Came in here for the first time last Sunday to pick up some pork "butt" (shoulder) for a batch of pork stroganoff. The young guy behind the counter was friendly and advised us how much we would need for our purposes. The cut was gorgeous and turned out quite tender. With $18 worth of meat, we were able to serve 8 large plates! I would gladly go there over the standard grocery store butcher for quality as well as price. There was a lot more in there I'd like to try out. read more

I like this place. Other than the butcher shops at granville island, this is my go to butcher in Vancouver. There's often a lineup especially on weekends/holidays and it can be a bit slow..but i guess that is a sign of quality. read more

I am impressed! I've visited Windsor Meats on several occasions and have been quite happy with the variety, quality and price. The staff are knowledgeable of their cuts and can give good suggestions. There's a big selection of free-range and organic meats (and I'm always on the hunt for healthier and less-cruel chicken and Windsor's have been very nice and fresh tasting). But the nicest thing is the price - a lot lower than at similar establishments nearby. read more

Christmas Turkey My Mom is coming over to cook the turkey this year. And I was told in no uncertain terms that, " You got to get a good one with some meat on it!", so I'm off to Windsor where I know it will be local, free run, antibiotic free and well priced. #GettingXmasSpirit! read more

I went here based on yelp's review and was particularly looking if they were wearing gloves. No, they didn't. Which makes me uncomfortable to buy hams or item that need not to be cook. I ended buying double smoked bacon (I know I will cook thoroughly and gourmet dog food). The double smoked bacon smell fantastic and my dog loves the gourmet food. He is very sensitive to food, so I mixed in with his kibble. I am giving this a four stars because of the following reasons: 1) Though they didn't used gloves - and they touch meat to cash register, I am going assume they washed their hands first before starting the shift or else they would be complaints of stomach pain by now. It's fine as long you bought meat that you will cook thoroughly. 2) Transparency - I can see what they are doing which is more than what is at the grocery stores. 3) Product are homemade and mostly locally sourced. My BIGGEST concerns with meat these days are from inhumane treatment of animals, processing the meat with nitrates (controversial), eating feed corn animals (which is why E-coli is never going away). It all adds up to the American obesity problem. Zombie fat that will never goes away unless drastic measure. Other than the lack of gloves, I found the customer service was not very inform about the product (I think he is a newbie). I want him selling the product - like telling where they came from. How they process in house. Be passionate about it. But his demeanor was like "eh". I should give this three and a half, but there is so few butcher shops these days that when compared to all the grocery chain - this stands out the best by far. There are beef that are grass feed and many items are made in house. Reasonably priced. As a note, the grocery store I buy meats from is WholeFood. I think it has the quality but the price is pretty steep. You don't have to diet when you buying meat from there. read more

Had a great experience at Windsor over the holidays. I had a specific need for a cured, boneless and unsmoked/uncooked ham. The special order came through without a problem. The meat was perfectly trimmed and tightly bound, ready to roast! And, how was the meat? Incredible. The curing was spot-on, not too salty and delicious. Service was quick and friendly. Only downside is that there didn't appear to be a number system at the counter, so most people seem to mill around and it creates some chaos about who needs to be helped next. read more

A truly wonderful local meat shop. I actually go out of my way to shop here. Their ground buffalo, ground actually ground beef, grass fed steaks... A joy to cook with and eat. The service is quite good for the most part, but it does feel very frantic without any sort of queue system or number taking. Another reviewer below mentioned that chicken pieces are not organic, and I was not aware of this - that's a little bit disappointing to find out. All in all, definitely worth driving across town for. EDITED TO ADD: I'm about to begin a raw food diet for my cat, and Windsor has been outstanding in assisting in this capacity! read more

I've been going to Windsor off and on over the years and my last few experiences here haven't been stellar. While the quality of meat here is good, sometimes the guys behind the counter are almost to the point of being condescending towards me. Look, I know what cuts I want, I'll buy what I want and I will chose how I want to cook my cuts of meat. I really don't need to hear "that's not something I would do but alright" from the butcher when I have been cooking for over 15 years. I won't be coming back here as the prices have gone up considerably as well (ie. $13/lb for beef brisket!) but to be fair, it's grain-fed humanely raised beef they offer. read more

Always happy when I shop here. Meat costs are relative to the high quality of the product they sell. My faves are the ground meats (pork and beef), pork chops, lamb sausage, pork chipotle sausages, free range bacon, sausage stuffed chicken breasts and I can't wait to try more! I tried the breakfast pork sausages and was not a fan but they have the meatiest organic bacon I've ever seen and tasted! Only 2 drawbacks - 1. Their loose chicken pieces are NOT organic and unlike their pork and beef products, they don't have an obvious sign/information letting shoppers know the orgins of the chicken. Free range? Grain fed? etc. I don't mind asking but it would be easier if I could read a sign while in line. 2. They're closed on Sundays - my shopping/cooking day! Other than that, they have a customer here for life! read more

Very pleased with this butcher shop and the quality of their meats and service. They make great efforts to source their beef, chicken, turkey, lamb and pork locally, and are super keen to provide just whatever you like. They often have organic, grass fed beef in season, and organic feed, non-medicated free range chickens too. read more