The Seaboard Warehouses area is prime for it…
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http://www.gogoraleigh.com/2010/02/09/meat-house-brings-first-rate-butcher-shop/comment-page-1/#comment-30864 Wed, 17 Feb 2010 00:59:22 +0000 http://www.gogoraleigh.com/2010/02/09/meat-house-brings-first-rate-butcher-shop/#comment-30864 I was in WF today and found that they have Filets for over 8 dollars a pound more than at the Meat House and that they didnt seem to be as trimmed of fat and that you have to either ask the reluctant guy behind the counter what the whole numbering system is all about or you have to grab the brochure to see what it is they are selling. The whole program they have there is based on some sort of numbering that designates how their beef is raised and fed and that not all beef you are eating is “all natural grass fed” that they want you to believe you are getting. I really have enjoyed talking to the butchers at the Meat House since they are always ready to give advice or cooking instructions. Have been there 3 times in the last week and will probably be back again before this weekend!
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http://www.gogoraleigh.com/2010/02/09/meat-house-brings-first-rate-butcher-shop/comment-page-1/#comment-30849 Tue, 16 Feb 2010 15:37:27 +0000 http://www.gogoraleigh.com/2010/02/09/meat-house-brings-first-rate-butcher-shop/#comment-30849 Went there on Saturday. I got some of the all natural filet mignon. It was good, but I will be buying from whole foods next time. I think WFs quality is still better. I also picked up some of the marinated chicken – it was the sun dried tomato and something else (cant remember). It was good, but it did not taste anything like the marinade it was supposed to. It tasted much more like an italian dressing only – which is supposedly the meat house marinade. Overall, not a bad experience. I am sure I will go back at some point, but WF has better quality all around IMO.
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http://www.gogoraleigh.com/2010/02/09/meat-house-brings-first-rate-butcher-shop/comment-page-1/#comment-30615 Fri, 12 Feb 2010 02:12:18 +0000 http://www.gogoraleigh.com/2010/02/09/meat-house-brings-first-rate-butcher-shop/#comment-30615 custom cut meats to order. I got them to do a crown roast for me. And the hormone free anti- biotic free Prime beef is 95 percent grass fed with a little corn finish
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http://www.gogoraleigh.com/2010/02/09/meat-house-brings-first-rate-butcher-shop/comment-page-1/#comment-30611 Thu, 11 Feb 2010 22:26:49 +0000 http://www.gogoraleigh.com/2010/02/09/meat-house-brings-first-rate-butcher-shop/#comment-30611 After talking with a couple of the butchers there I learned that they will custom cut any item you are looking for. I inquired about a thicker for my self and my husband and a smaller one for my son and was told I can have any cut I would like for any size I want. I chose the Cowboy Steak which was an amazing bone in Ribeye Steak and was also given a sample of the Meat House tip which I was told they give to every new customer. When I asked about the burger that was in the case I was told that they grind it right there many times a day from actual cuts of beef and that they don’t bring in scraps or buy pre-ground meat like I know many of the grocery store chains are doing. As a mom of two young kids, that was very important to me regarding the safety and quality of the meat. As for the Artichoke Dip, I will surely be returning for that item many times.
Way to go Meat House for recognizing a NEED in Cary for a real butcher shop!
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http://www.gogoraleigh.com/2010/02/09/meat-house-brings-first-rate-butcher-shop/comment-page-1/#comment-30600 Thu, 11 Feb 2010 15:34:00 +0000 http://www.gogoraleigh.com/2010/02/09/meat-house-brings-first-rate-butcher-shop/#comment-30600 They do have a sign on the window advertising custom cuts of meat, FWIW.
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http://www.gogoraleigh.com/2010/02/09/meat-house-brings-first-rate-butcher-shop/comment-page-1/#comment-30585 Thu, 11 Feb 2010 01:30:19 +0000 http://www.gogoraleigh.com/2010/02/09/meat-house-brings-first-rate-butcher-shop/#comment-30585 BTW… The owners next spot should be NORTH HILLS for what its worth.
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http://www.gogoraleigh.com/2010/02/09/meat-house-brings-first-rate-butcher-shop/comment-page-1/#comment-30584 Thu, 11 Feb 2010 01:28:04 +0000 http://www.gogoraleigh.com/2010/02/09/meat-house-brings-first-rate-butcher-shop/#comment-30584 I thought I would leave a comment. I loved the selection of meat. From what I heard it is all natural and no hormones, I didnt really ask though. I purchased Meat House Marinade Chicken Breast (already marinated chicken breast) It was $4.99/lb but I only had .8 lbs. It was dinner for 2 tonight for 4 bucks!
I must tell you that it was fantastic! I love the already marinated meats with such variety! Perfect for on the go quality meat that won’t set you back (you go to a restaurant im sure your spending at least 20 dollars plus for 2 people)
The samples were great, staff was knowledgeable, great variety of meats. I am ready to go back and try something new.
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http://www.gogoraleigh.com/2010/02/09/meat-house-brings-first-rate-butcher-shop/comment-page-1/#comment-30576 Wed, 10 Feb 2010 21:42:24 +0000 http://www.gogoraleigh.com/2010/02/09/meat-house-brings-first-rate-butcher-shop/#comment-30576 A Butcher shop, no way! Reminds me of the local one we had in NY. I am way excited!!!
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Wed, 10 Feb 2010 14:39:06 +0000 http://www.gogoraleigh.com/2010/02/09/meat-house-brings-first-rate-butcher-shop/#comment-30565
What? No love for DT Raleigh?
The Seaboard Warehouses area is prime for it…
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http://www.gogoraleigh.com/2010/02/09/meat-house-brings-first-rate-butcher-shop/comment-page-1/#comment-30564 Wed, 10 Feb 2010 14:34:00 +0000 http://www.gogoraleigh.com/2010/02/09/meat-house-brings-first-rate-butcher-shop/#comment-30564 I did not notice any butchering to order. I would not be surprised if they did that though, it did seem like they had a capable staff (but then it may just be that they were wearing nice uniforms…so who knows?).
Bob – I am not sure if they are still doing it, but when I went you could ask for a sample. They gave me a nice little packet of steak trips to try. They were very good. So, you may want to give that a try if it is not too far out of the way.
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http://www.gogoraleigh.com/2010/02/09/meat-house-brings-first-rate-butcher-shop/comment-page-1/#comment-30562 Wed, 10 Feb 2010 13:53:17 +0000 http://www.gogoraleigh.com/2010/02/09/meat-house-brings-first-rate-butcher-shop/#comment-30562 The meats look delicious. However, I certainly cannot afford to shop there. I imagine that there are very few people who can during these recessionary times. I have my doubts that this can be a ongoing concern.
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http://www.gogoraleigh.com/2010/02/09/meat-house-brings-first-rate-butcher-shop/comment-page-1/#comment-30550 Wed, 10 Feb 2010 02:33:22 +0000 http://www.gogoraleigh.com/2010/02/09/meat-house-brings-first-rate-butcher-shop/#comment-30550 Did you notice any butchering to order? Maybe I’ve just been too hesitant to ask, but it seems like getting personalized service like “I’d like a 2 inch thick ribeye”, or a “butterflied boned leg of lamb” and other cuts that can only be done at the time by a butcher, has been lacking in the Triangle.
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http://www.gogoraleigh.com/2010/02/09/meat-house-brings-first-rate-butcher-shop/comment-page-1/#comment-30541 Tue, 09 Feb 2010 22:43:42 +0000 http://www.gogoraleigh.com/2010/02/09/meat-house-brings-first-rate-butcher-shop/#comment-30541 Andrew – I inquired about grass fed beef and was completely underwhelmed by the clerk’s (someone they brought in from Maine to help open the store) reply that it tastes like grass. Even if they carry it (they did not when I was there), that was a turn off.
Other than that, the store is very nice. A lot of the non-meat goods were very interesting and out of the ordinary.
As for the post above, I may not be as fine tuned into pricing as Dana, but I have usually noticed the prices at Fresh Market and Whole Foods for meats to be comparable. The commitment Whole Foods makes regarding the sources of its meats (prominently displayed at the counter) would make me comfortable paying more any way. Fresh Market may be less expensive as you note, but even if that is the case, I would be surprised if we are really talking about a difference here.
A good benefit to NC when we shop at Fresh Market is that it is headquartered here in NC in Greensboro, something neither Whole Foods or Meat Market can say – which means all the back office jobs associated with a HQ are right here in NC. Not in Texas (Whole Foods)or Maine (Meat Market).
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http://www.gogoraleigh.com/2010/02/09/meat-house-brings-first-rate-butcher-shop/comment-page-1/#comment-30538 Tue, 09 Feb 2010 20:53:46 +0000 http://www.gogoraleigh.com/2010/02/09/meat-house-brings-first-rate-butcher-shop/#comment-30538 Do they have any grass-fed beef and is anything local? Otherwise, no thanks. I’ll stick to Whole Foods and the Farmer’s Market.
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