Central Meats & Almost Catered

Category:	Butcher Shop
Address:	1120 Kempsville Rd, Chesapeake, VA 23320, USA
Phone:	+1 757-547-2161
Site:	centralmeats.com
Rating:	4.7
Working:	8AM–6PM 8AM–6PM 8AM–6PM 8AM–6PM 8AM–6PM 8AM–6PM Closed

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Jason Hartzell

Not quite full service. Growing up with a Mother that raised cattle I know what full service butchers are. You tell the butcher what you want and they cut it of the cow. Its pretty simple. Central Meats can do this to a certain extent. But I found their limitation. They get a certain number of cows but also boxed meats. Granted their quality is beyond reproach but you cant always get what you want. I made the mistake of thinking full service was just that. I found out they carried Tri Tip. Its very hard to find on the east coast. So over the past two weeks I bought four. They were exceptional. So when I planned my barbecue for the weekend I took for granted that they would have some. One would think if they arent in the fridges you could go to the butcher counter and have them cut. I was sorely mistaken. I asked the teenager at the counter about getting one cut. She said I am sorry we are out and we dont know when we are getting more in. So naturally I was beyond confused. So I asked arent you a full service butcher? She responded that they were. So then I asked are you out of cows? She then sent the butcher my way. He was polite (they have great customer service) and told me they couldnt find someone to source them TriTip of the quality they would sell (I totally respect that). He then offered me a similar Brazilian cut from the top loin rather than the bottom sirloin. I took it and went on my way. But it bothered me. They are billed as full service. And they had the meat. So I called them and asked again are you full service? The answer was yes. Then I explained my situation. They then put the owner on the phone. This guy had Great customer service. He told me that I could come back down and he would make it happen for me. Even though they didnt have the choice or prime grade. He understood where I was coming from. Had it not been for thier quality and great customer service they would have gotten 2 stars from me. They are a great business that does care. But they are not quite full service.

Dave H

I ordered a 75lb smoked pig for my Navy Retirement Party and it was done to perfection. I had so many compliments about the pig and everyone kept asking who cooked it or where did I get it. When I said Central Meats everyone was shocked nobody knew they provided this service. Besides having the meats in town they also cook and cater. Thank you for making my retirement party a huge hit and I didnt have to spend hours on the grill cooking burgers. FYI if you never picked up a pig you need an SUV or VAN with the seats folded down. The pig is on a big flat board covered in tinfoil. They bring it out to your car. The board they use is very solid and held the pig nicely while transporting it to the house. We will be doing this again in the near future. I am recommending Central Meats to all my friends.

A Private User

This place is a great butcher shop. They cater very much to the household. On their website they have lots of suggestions for how to save money, using their pre-bundled packages. They will cut to your order within a few days or you can go in and buy just in their retail store. Their prices are as good, if not better than a grocery store but the meat is fresh and high quality. Very friendly.

Joel Conley

Absolutely the best full service butcher I have ever been to. The staff are great, the meat is TOP NOTCH, and the selection and prices for such quality are outstanding! I just wish there was one in Hampton, but I will still drive over there to get meat once a month because they are that good. Best New York strips I have ever had. They even process deer at a fair price, cant beat them.

Jason Pirok

Great meats, with great prices. Im currently doing all of my meat shopping there! The only thing I can really ding them on is service. The service in the store is decent if not a little cool at times depending on who you interact with. On my last visit, one of the display stockers was rather rude to me, but the clerk checking me out was friendly and very helpful!

Joshua Sheffield

Stopped by yesterday to pickup a bone in prime rib roast but settled for choice. I am sure it had something to do with my lack of planning so it was all good. So I cooked it up today and it was amazing, not to mention it was my first time. Also first time at Central Meats and it was a great experience.

Cary J Woodbury

Very helpful and friendly service. They have all sorts of cuts of all type meats packaged in bulk. Quality meat- esp the filet mignon , porterhouse and their breakfast sausage! (Mmmmm!) They had Organic Turkeys available for Thanksgiving ...that was a special treat!

Matt West

Its almost perfect, not really against them. I just live a ways from there but otherwise its a magnificent meat shop. They have some of the greatest meats I have ever had the pleasure to purchase. Every one of their staff has always been so nice and helpful.

A Private User

I was looking for a Barbecue Rub they dont sell in NC anymore. I called Central Meats and the employee Richard was very helpful in making sure that I was ordering the correct product. This company has great customer service and they appreciate your business.

raoul duke

great butcher shop, exotic meats, and sausage making supplies for the home chef (casings). I wanted wagyu beef but they were out, so I recommend if you see an exotic meat on their website or are looking for one in general, I would call before going.

Elmer G

Maybe it is part of the "old world charm" that Chris the owner be a complete jerk. Their services might be great, but as far as people skills and being able to relate to customers, this guy Chris is about as pleasant as rotting meat.

AE Shorter

This seems to be the only meat market in Chesapeake but still one the best I had ever been to. With that said the prices are legit. And i have never seen such a selection that included exotics and great services.

Serena Jewell

I love coming here the staff is always helpful with whatever I need or answer any questions I may have. The price are great I am so happy I found this place. I highly recommend this business to anyone.

Jade Irving

This is the most disgusting smelling meat market I have ever been to, it smells rancid. Being from an area that has several meat markets I was completely appalled at the nasty smell.

Fred Saunders

Definitely the place to go to stock up or get custom and regular cuts of all kinds of meats and a good selection of spices also also to get your goods for grilling

Karen Gay

The meats are great. Decent prices, very friendly staff, if you ask to get meat from the back, they will with problems. If you havent gone, you need to

Lindsey Cox

Love coming here its the only place I buy meats from now kind & helpful staff, and so many options from meats to the deli to spices, rubs, & sauces

Jon Phillips

My first choice in buying meat. Great customer service, my first time there I was treated as a frequent customer. I will be back to this place.