I feel bad as I thought I already reviewed this market last summer and was going to update with a second thumbs up. So, going back in time to last summer, my better half wanted to purchase quality meat for a men's group (it was his turn to cook). We were in DeMotte to stop at an antique store that he wanted to visit and he saw the sign for this meat market as we drove past- so we decided to stop. Aptly named - yesteryear is correct. It is like one time travels back to a time when butcher shops were where one stopped for meat purchases (not the big box super stores of today). The pace is easy going yet efficient, employees make eye contact, can do proper math and make sure you know your business is valued. We purchased Italian sausage and Polish sausage (enough for him to feed 30 hungry men) - I'm confident he stole the show with best meal ever when he made the sausages with onions and peppers. The owner (Wyatt) went out of his way to help ensure the right quantities were purchased and safely packed for a bit of a drive. We stopped in again a couple days ago - Owner Wyatt took the time to chat with us a bit - he remembered my better half from last year. The genuine customer interest is obvious. Team behind the counter - quick, efficient and friendly. We eyed the steaks (again) - maybe next time. So hard to pass them by - its only a matter of time until we try them. Also - I saw a sign that they do serve lunch specials and also a larger family Easter dinner that included ham. Their Italian beef is a popular party favorite and they have soups in the freezer case which I am pretty certain are made there on the premises. The beef bologna will impress you too - made on the premises - this isn't the prepackaged stuff you see in supermarkets - the flavor will wow you. If this guy can make good ol' beef bologna a showstopper, you know the rest has to be a class act. Also saw pickled Brussel sprouts and some other interesting goods on a shelf plus some large candles right as we came in. Nicely done on so many levels. read more

Good quality meat and other things They do a great job Wyatt is a chip off the block read more

Yesteryears sell some of the best meats around. My mom got some steaks from here for my dad's birthday and they were out of this world phenomenal. She's always gotten our Easter hams from here too and the meat has always been just amazing read more

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Great place. Lots of selections. Friendly staff! Lunch special is always yummy. Plenty of salads to choose from.

Ive got a camper not too far from here. Place has always been spectacular. Great selection of meat, chicken and also fish. Plenty of interesting little doodads, and sides to go with your meal. Service is always great here, they're more than happy to do something out of the ordinary to help you get what you want. Prices are very high here, but well worth it. The old saying you get what you pay for... Very true here ,definitely recommend. Only two places near me worth going to. Yesteryears & Southside Meats over in Momence. read more

Too tired to cook? Out of dinner ideas? Best healthy food choices with all the flavor and convenience. Workers are friendly. As soon as you walk in the door you get a friendly hello. :) Atmosphere is relaxing, clean, and assistance in great quick ideas for dinner. I love this little gem of a place. read more

I have always gotten quality products and at a reasonable price. Service is fast helpful and courteous. I would definitely recommend. Stuffed mushrooms and marinaded pork chops are great, really it's all good. I enjoy the old time family tradition feel of the establishment also. read more

Awesome place to get your meats. They have a lot of store made products, and vintage candies and sodas. Best Tri Tip I've found.

Got to say, this shop has the most tender steak I've ever had. In addition, fresh fried chicken beginning at 11 AM daily, done perfectly with a thin layer of crispy breading apparently holding all the juice in waiting for your bite. Just great. They also carry a wide variety of local and regional spices, sauces and salsas. Fridays, nicely done fried fish sandwiches for lunch! A couple of eat in booths for the prepared meats with sides, cheaper and way better than a fast food place! read more

I bought a ham for Thanksgiving. It was 15 lbs. and cost 75 dollars. I thought it was very highly priced. It was the best ham we have ever had. Everyone there made positive comments about the quality of the ham.worth every cent. read more

Helpful and friendly great mom and pop place!

We were in the area for a reunion and I called a couple days ahead and ordered dinner to serve 17. Everyone in our group enjoyed the meal (chicken, sides, dessert) which was ready-to-go when we arrived to pick it up. Employees I interacted with at the store were helpful and friendly, and food was delicious and well-packaged for loading into our car. Very pleased we found Yesteryears. read more