Charlies Meat Market

We've typically gone to Charlies about 1-2 times a year, basically when we need something our local grocery doesn't carry (or is out of). However I'm becoming convinced this is akin to a 'big box store' among meat markets - great if you want bulk cuts at moderate prices - the common denominator cuts if you will. They don't appear to be a true 'butchers', as the term is normally used and can't compete (speaking of quality/variety) with the upscale markets available nowadays. Today I went for veal. I'd swear I'd gotten it there before, but was told they don't carry it. I found it as well as many other fine cuts at one of these markets. Charlies is fine for it's purpose, but I've found a new go-to market for my meats

The venerated local staple that is Charlie's meat market. In the words of Otter from Animal House, "I'll be brief." (No need to be verbose when the point is self-obvious.)Friendly staff, great prices on the meat, for the most part. Their side items and add-on are moderately priced (the twice baked potatoes are a steal), though I've found some items less reasonable. The filets have been and are what you'll write home about (or, more appropriately, be driven to write a Yelp review about); quite simply: BUY THE FILETS. I was also pleased to find an authentic line of Düsseldorf mustards on my last jaunt.I'm not sure where they source from, and that would be appreciated. I don't need to know that the cow's name was Margaret, or that she was a Capricorn, or that one of her herdmates chews cud WAY too loud when in the pasture; but if I knew if the filets were grass fed, local, etc., etc., (all that stuff really conscientious people need to know) it'd be appreciated (but not at all necessary, given the prices and the relative quality are unmatched anywhere else in town that I know of)). Sorry for the digression.

Always great meat at an affordable price. Workers are very helpful.Would have made it 5-star except for the recent "checkout fee" that has been tacked on. I'd rather they just rolled the additional expense into the product cost.

My brother in law shops at Charlie's, and when we were visiting him this past weekend, we stopped in for a look. It's a decent size meat market with a lot of product and cuts that looked pretty good (I was eying their flank steak, for sure). They didn't have everything (maybe they can get more if you ask), but their selection was pretty good. Great way to get meat from an independent local store!

Always liked Charlie's for their filets, tenderloin, charcoal and seasoning selections.Called today and asked if they sold sirloin caps. Any butcher cuttting primals and subprimals should know what I'm looking for. It's sold all over the world. Sirloin cap, picanha, rump cap or culotte depending on where you're from.First the guy said "We don't sell sirloin". When I pressed him and explained what I was looking for he said, "We sell sirloin tip roasts."When I explained further what a sirloin cap was and asked if they could cut me some he said they don't do that.I guess Charlie's either isn't a butcher shop or I got some kid that knows next to nothing about butchering. Glad I didn't ask if they could cut me some teres majors. Probably would have hung up on me for speaking some foreign language.I think the lesson here is Charlie's apparently isn't a butcher they are a meat market- like Kroger, Costco, Sam's, etc. I was expecting more of a butcher. I can buy cryovac subs anywhere and cut them myself.

Stopped at Charlies for some meat to put in my red beans I was cooking and as I walked around I was disappointed in the selection of meats. Most of their meat is frozen with only a small fresh meat case with limited items. I settled for the unsmoked andouille that was good but would have been way better smoked. Overall I thought it would be a good shop to order specialty cuts, etc but their ready case I was very disappointed.

LOOK AT THE STORE TIME YOU WALK IN NOTHING IS WORKING!!!!"The Triangle store presents significant concerns, and buyers should be CAUTION of the environment. The store does not offer safe purchasing conditions : BEWARE!! 1. The chicken is not vacuum-sealed, which poses a safety risk. 2. Filets are stored on rusty racks and are not adequately cooled. 3. The fresh cooler is failing to maintain the necessary temperature. 4. Comparable products of higher quality are available at Costco, Gordon, or Sam's Club.This establishment falls short of the standards expected from a meat market and overcharging for products."

I've been going here for 23 years and my family for close to 40 years!! But lately, they have 1/2 the inventory (and coolers), steaks are considerably more than Costco's Prime and not near the quality. I hope they're around for another 23 yrs, but it needs to improve on selection and quality for the price. I will say, the staff is still the best around!! Great People...

Is Charlies charging an upcharge for using a Bank Card? Noticed a charge for "List Price" on my receipt when I got home today. What is that for? If it is an extra charge for using a card I'll not shop there anymore. I was never told of an additional charge. I've shopped there since 2015. Always liked the quality of their meats.

We moved away from Memphis 10 years ago. Every time we travel to or through Memphis Charlie's is on the top of the list as one of the stops we're making. Awesome as always