Mouthwatering Meat Shops in Colorado Springs

Tonali's Meats

★★★★★ 4.5 (6) • $$$

"I finally visited Tonali's.They were located in an industrial park in Arvada. Not easy to find. Well, kind of easy if you spot the huge "We are open" sign. Only they are not open on Saturdays, despite the sign.However, they did open for me and I bought some delicious burger. They also have rabbit, duck and pheasant.So, 5 stars for the product and service.But, minus a star for having a sign that is incorrect."

Lombardi Bros Meat Packers

★★★★★ 5 (4)

"One day I had a hankering for bison. Not just any bison, but a big buffalo ribeye tomahawk steak. I started checking out local butchers, no dice. I looked online, and online butchers required a minimum $150+ spend. And then I remembered, I live in Denver the king of cowtowns. So I looked for online butchers based in Denver and found Lombardi Brothers. And low and behold, the prices were the best I saw, and I could pickup and pay in person. I completed my order, and two hours later I got an email to pickup my steaks. Easy peasy. They were already frozen so I popped them in the freezeFor the big game, I put the pre thawed steaks on the grill, and they were medium in about 25 min. And they were fantastic... tender, full of flavor, and the marbling made it juicer than other bison cuts. I don't remember having a better steak."

Marczyk Fine Foods

★★★★☆ 4.1 (378) • $$

"This market has a specific customer in mind. One who is a foodie. A Bougie Betty or Bill who wants to eat something unique to brag about. Someone who wants to eat local or small brands and doesn't mind paying for it.If you are that type of person then you won't mind buying things in this store. If you aren't it would be a negative experience.I bought a few things and sighted some for future potential purchases (tillamook ice cream anyone). I would probably come again for a fresh ingredient search for dinner sometime."

Sonoras Prime

★★★★★ 4.6 (25)

"So excited for this new food stop in town. Stopped in for a quick bite to eat for lunch, it was super busy! There is so much to look at and so many choices! Daughter and I shared the Nachos Supreme with Carne Asada and my husband had a couple street tacos, al pastor. Walked around the carneceria/grocery store while we waited for our food. Yummy. Will definitely be back!"

Pete's Fruits & Vegetables

★★★★★ 4.5 (108)

Carniceria La Tapatia

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (9)

"The Phoenix has risen from the ashes.This great little local butcher and grocery store was recently purchased from the former owner and its name changed from Las Huertas. Over the previous two years or so, Las Huertas went slowly but steadily downhill - the shelves were progressively more bare, the fruit and vegetable selection tapered off, and the variety of available meat was steadily reduced. That steady decline has been reversed by the new ownership, and Carniceria la Tapatia is better than ever! Full display cases of delicious meats and seafood, queso fresco and other south of the border delicacies. Lots of hard-to-find* salsas, hot sauces and canned goods. The shelves are full of staples again, and the racks are filled with fresh tortillas, cookies, fruit, beans, vegetables and other delicious fare. If you stopped going to Las Huertas during its final months, it is now time to return.* - Hard-to-find in south metro Denver, that is. In most tiendas en Mexico they're probably falling off the shelves."

Sara's Sausage

★★★★☆ 3.9 (14) • $

"You know what? The other reviewer (Larry) is right. The "Mexican" chorizo does not taste authentic. Oh darn. It's made in Palmer Lake, and I doubt there are any Mexicans that live there. The thing is... While it doesn't taste "Mexican", "chorizo" does mean "sausage" in Spanish and it is definitely sausage. Quite delicious sausage too. Perfect for a scramble or a breakfast burrito.I happen to like the taste of Sara's Sausage. Wow! That sounds bad.Right this instant I happen to have some of the sweet Italian sausage simmering in some pasta sauce. Thanks to Yelp I can multi-task while cooking.Support local industry! Buy Sara's Sausage from your local grocery store!"

Tony's Market

★★★★☆ 3.8 (93) • $$$

"I agree they can be on the expensive side, but for cutting me the exact pieces of meat I want (like a flanked beef short rib) I feel their prices match the quality and service. I have only ever received great pieces of meat and produce from Tony's and I love the selection of higher end options they have in the market. It's a lot smaller than a normal grocery store, but I feel like it has everything you would need for typical weeknight meals."

Snow Creek Ranch Steaks

★☆☆☆☆ 1 (1)

"I was sold 2 pounds of stew meat in place of kabob meat. Now, most people know that kabob meat is very different than stew meat. $23 per pound for kabob meat very high, farmers market, my choice. I did not notice until I went to make dinner that the meat was stew meat. Dry, dry, dry and tough. I realize that most people would be like, what the heck, it's o.k. Not me, $46 means something to me.You guys suck!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"

Tony's Market

★★★★☆ 3.7 (125) • $$

"When we first moved back to Colorado, my Father-In-Law had just gotten a bunch of Country Ribs from a Groupon from Tony's and asked us to cook some of them. Mr H. is pretty spot on with his grilling, but we admit he can't take all the credit for these being the best ribs we'd ever had.Since then I've shopped for fresh meat when the budget allows. Their Popper Dip has made us (and other friends and family members who we served it to) addicts! And it's the only place I can find acceptable horseradish--no added sugar and unnecessary ingredients. Mom and I have enjoyed visiting for coffee and dessert many times. The bakery is fantastic. From peach pie, to cookies, to cakes, we've been very happy. Their pre-made pasta meals are amazing. Well, actually, we had a problem with the lasagna once. But it was resolved with a lot of communication with their chef, and a gift card sent to me. The store is small but easy to shop most times. Occasionally it can get over-crowded, so I try to shop on off-peak hours."

Ranch Foods Direct

★★★★☆ 3.9 (36) • $$

"They have a great selection of meats, fresh and frozen.Their fresh burgers, ground with the latest selection of trimmings were outstanding. Not your average burger. They carry veal and duck breasts for a reasonable price too. The butcher was friendly and was happy to explain ways to thaw and best prepare some of the choices we made. They carry some other prepared options as well. The take and bake Queso had layers of cheeses and fresh jalapeños and onions. I'd go out of my way to swing by for some quality meats and accompanyments."

Frontiere Natural Meats

★★★★☆ 3.8 (8) • $$$$

"The selection of bison products was quite good. Grilled a tenderloin and it was exceptional. Prices were not cheap, but the quality was representative of the price. Lots of beef products, hopefully they add turkey."

Carniceria El Jakalito

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (7) • $

"Best!!! Love the meat here. Always super fresh and delicious. The pan dulce is sooo good. They also make amazing cakes! I've been coming here for years. I moved and still go out of my way to get to this place!"

Adam's International Market Indian Grocery

★★★★★ 4.6 (12)

"Great addition to the Colorado Springs International grocery markets! All the spices to make your ethnic dish in one place. Large variety of teas, beans, canned sauces and marinated, rice, flour, many more. Huge section of frozen Indian appetizers and dishes. Great fresh Local Lamb and goat meat from North Denver Farms. I wish them all the best."

Carniceria Latina

★★★★☆ 4.1 (33) • $$

"This is, hands-effing-down, the best Carneceria I have found so far. They have great produce, a variety of meats (tripe, beef cheek, etc.), a plethora of spices, beverages, snacks, food items, and very friendly staff. It's a busy shop, but never too crowded or noisy. Well worth a visit."

Sam's Meat Market

★★★★★ 4.5 (170) • $$

"Stopped by here after seeing reviews online. This is hands down the nicest butcher shop / meat market I've ever been to. It's so nice and clean, but the important part is that the meat is out of this world quality. You'll have meat dreams in there. It'll make a liberal vegan who works for PETA, a carnivore. The quality of there steaks are so prime they could be considered wagyu. They also have the best Wild Game section I've seen with the most offerings and different game. Be adventurous! I will be driving an hour and 15 minutes one way to buy their stuff all the time."

Scanga Meat

★★★★☆ 4.4 (31) • $$

"It has been awhile since we spent an extended time in Salida but this is an absolutely wonderful place for meat lovers and foodies. They regularly advertise in The Mountain Mail with new specials each week. It didn't take long looking at those ads before we had to come get us some. Enter and you have a long meat counter on the right with a cornucopia of beef, pork and chicken choices. On the left wall are shelves and coolers with all kinds of specialty foods including seasonings, cheeses, jarred and canned delights and more. It is dangerous to go in here if you are not hungry and doubly dangerous if you are because you will be tempted to buy much more than you realistically can consume in a reasonable period of time. Make sure you have freezer and pantry space. The steaks we bought were superb when we grilled them later. The kielbasa was also quite good a few days later with pierogis. If I lived in Salida I would buy all my meat here and use the other side of the store for things to play with my food with."

Littleton Meats

★★★★★ 5 (5)

"Really great small shop. They sell locally sourced meat, produce, and local small business products. The meat is organic and humanely raised, so it's going to be more expensive than the regular grocery store. But if you want quality, this shop is a great choice. They sell specialty items like bison tallow and locally made kimchi and spicy miso."

Ted Baker Meat Processing

★★★★☆ 4.4 (7)

"Had two deer processed here this past season and the cuts/sausage we received were phenomenal. One of the best butchers in Colorado, highly recommended Ted for game processing. Prices are fair and got the meat back very quickly! Will be returning!"

Europa Grocery

★★★★☆ 3.9 (47) • $$

"Went next door while waiting for our pizza. They have more items now than before and I was glad to see they seem to be doing well. Lots of meats and candy by weight. Fresh veggies in one small section and baked goods too. So many interesting items from overseas. I like being able to purchase items I remember from childhood and tried from friends. The whole rabbit amazed me and I wouldn't eat one but if you want one they have it. The store is clean and the associates were helpful. Stoic but helpful. Lots of parking in the shared lot."

Tony's Market

★★★★☆ 3.8 (151) • $$$

"Absolute top specialty market- amazing staff, best meats (try the bison burgers), extensive deli.How do they fit about anything you'd need in the cute space?"

Mi Carniceria

★★★★☆ 3.7 (3)

"Nice, local carniceria. Everything seemed fresh and the staff was very helpful and friendly. We got some nice marinated milenesa and the butcher added extra marinade so there would be full flavor. We will definitely be back."

Elizabeth Locker Plant

★★★★☆ 4.3 (22)

"So excited to receive our meat! This was our first time ordering a 1/4 cow and we were so pleased with our order. Our neighbor coordinated the order so we didn't speak with anyone at the shop but we were so impressed with the labeling, cuts and packaging. The form to select our cuts was easy to complete - which was so appreciated as i was originally overwhelmed with the thought of completing the form. We'll definitely be visiting the shop in the future."

Rocky Mountain Meat Market

★★★★★ 4.7 (3)

"Azul! It's time for another review, and what better place than Rocky Mountain Meat Market at Colorado/Iliff? Yea, they've got your lamb shanks, your prime beef. and (of course!) your spicy Merguez sausage, but there is so much more to peep at in this cozy little nook.The owner of RMMM is in fact Amazigh from Algeria (you'll notice that the Halal sign on the wall has English, Arabic, *and* Tifinagh letters when you enter), and his intent is to bring a bounty of North African delectables to his ever-eager customer base. Are you needing some hot-as-heck Harissa sauce from Tunisia to add some chile to your cooking? You can find it here - and how! Maybe instead you're in search of a nice big bag of couscous straight from Casablanca? Again, you've come to the right place. And how about a selection of soda from the proprietor's home country? One of my favorites in this regard is Selecto. "Oh, how does that one taste?", I hear you inquire. Well, it's kind of, um, apple-y, date-y, coke-y... hmm, maybe I should stop trying to describe it - let's just say you'll love it and leave it at that. But then, there are also bottles of orange-flower water, chocolate custard mixes, cans of succulently-sauced tuna, boxes of mint tea - basically, all your Maghrebi food needs will be filled in a single visit here.As it turns out however, it's truly your lucky day, because RMMM in fact features products from all across the Near and Middle East to enthuse over. How about a jumbo-sized can of ghee from Jordan (adorned with a very aerodynamic gazelle)? Or some fava beans with a plethora of seasoning choices, whether your tastes lean more towards Lebanon, Egypt, or al-Khalij (the Gulf region)? Ooh, those chocolate/hazelnut cookies from Turkey look good don't they? And I can attest that they're even more flavorful than you can imagine. And naturally, the shelves are filled with jars upon jars of pickled and preserved vegetables of all kinds too - from cucumbers, to olives, to grape leaves, to.... Oops! I really should watch where I'm going a bit more, shouldn't I? I very nearly backed into this substantial selection of enormous bags of rice from India and Pakistan. But my favorite part of the shop is probably the cooler, where I can buy Kalb el Louz (Algerian semolina/almond cake) or Mille-Feuille (layered cream pastry)."

Edwards Meats

★★★★★ 4.5 (229) • $$

"The smoked meats on Fridays are impossible to beat. The service is exceptional, I was asked if I needed help numerous times. The employees seem so happy to work there and are very helpful. I love the ambiance, the well stocked shelves and smells are delightful. Don't forget to buy a deli sandwich! Holy smokes delicious."

Gourmet

★★★★★ 4.7 (69) • $$

"I love this place. The selection is amazing. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. It's more expensive than a grocery store but this is a business that puts their hearts in their products. And it's a small business to boot."

PBJ Cattle Company

★★★★★ 5 (1)

"This business is super active on Next Door Neighbor and it is clear how well taken care of these animals are! This farm offered to take in animals during the 403 wildfire in April 2023, and that was just so kind of them! They were at the WP Farmer's Market and their meat was stored great to maintain safe temps and their prices are very fair because this meat is PURE QUALITY!"

Carmine Lonardo's Specialty Meats & Deli

★★★★★ 4.6 (245)

"Top Italian deli in the Denver metro area for sure! There aren't many places around like this anymore which is sad. My parents grew up in the Italian neighborhood when the "Highlands" was just considered to be North Denver and I would visit places like this with my Grandma. So it definitely has that nostalgic feel. I love all their sandwiches, but the Italian combo is my number 1 favorite. Great meat market and Italian deli. Love their hot Italian sausage when I make my spaghetti sauce."

Western Daughters Butcher Shoppe

★★★★★ 4.6 (117) • $$$

"Fantastic experience at Western Daughters. Was providing the protein for a dinner and provided them all of the info (number of people, our cooking level, time willing to put into the prep, etc.) and they provided fantastic advice and input to help me make the choice of what we'd be having. I truly appreciated the time they took to talk through all of the options with me and even provided the detail I needed in order to ensure I didn't turn it into beef jerky. Grabbed a couple additional market items off their shelves that all ended up being fantastic items to have in my pantry. Will happily be returning to this quality butcher shoppe for any of my future purchases."

Badger Creek Ranch

★★★★★ 4.8 (6)

"As we arrived we discovered the owner of the ranch have changed in April. No one told us before. Even email was from Susan Hotaling. The welcome was warm and the new owner's two families are very nice. The area around Badger Creek is great there is a lot to see we visited caves, a pond for swimming, buffalo fall and everything on the horses.... .The food was good and there was more than enough on the table every time and you can help yourself in the kitchen every time you need something.At the first riding day you learn a lot about natural horsemanship they practice which was a great experience.They have eleven horses and there is a lot of training to do until they can be called well trained. We controlled the horses through their reins, they do not react on voice or foot commands. The horse gaints was 99 percent walk. Riding times are between 8 am and 5 pm because the horses are out in the open field.On the third day I complained about the riding time, we had 4 hours riding in 3 days and on the last 3 days we had 2 rides a day which was perfect.It was really a great experience riding in Colorado at Badger Creek."

Oliver's Meat Market

★★★★☆ 4.2 (113) • $$

"Great service and excellent quality meats. They also have every kind of sausage imaginable..."

Ranch Foods Direct

★★★★☆ 4.2 (5)

"Highest quality meats, exceptionally clean and friendly, knowledgeable staff. These meats taste better than most organic grocery stores' and have a stellar selection."

Tom's Seafood & Gourmet Market

★★★★★ 4.9 (73) • $$

"I've been here 4 times now in the last few months. My favorite? The sushi-grade salmon! There is a more expensive and slightly less expensive option. Oh man, the higher end salmon just melts in your mouth raw. They both do actually. I've gone in there and bought the salmon, brought it home, cut it up and made my own sashimi dish several times now...always has been an epic experience. Super helpful and knowledgeable employees. The fish has always looked, tasted fresh. Don't buy from grocery stores, buy fish from here. It'll be worth the few extra dollars! Super clean store...no fishy smells either. Love it!"

Cattlemans Pride Meat And Seafood

★★★★★ 4.5 (2)

"Not one to usually make a review but Nice guy real down to earth and friendly, he drove down to meet us he usually will come to you to deliver! I'm really impressed with the quality of meat! Definitely recommend"

Alpine Sausage Company

★★★★★ 4.6 (30)

"Being a holiday weekend I figured what better time to throw some quality hot links on the BBQ. So I called up the Alpine Sausage Co. in search of some fresh links. Although they closed a 4pm and it was nearly that, the kind voice on the other end said come on down I'll wait for ya.Once inside we were delighted to see a menu of 15 or 20 sausages ranging from the Cajun varieties to several rare European types. The owner whom stayed late for us was very friendly and even gave us the nickel tour of the place. I thought to myself, you must be doing something right if you've been in business for 38 years. He quickly gathered our order and then offered some samples of his favorites, they were amazing so we asked for a couple sandwiches to go. Bottom line, if you enjoy quailty sausage, and love to suporrt local business then you'll love this place"