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The 10 Best Butcher Shops in Portland (2026)
Portland has a wide mix of meat purveyors, from neighborhood counters to wholesale and specialty sellers. This list ranks the ten best butcher-related businesses in the metro area using Google review data, updated for 2026 and weighted to favor businesses with more reviews. Our approach favors consistent customer feedback over single high scores, so shops with lots of reviews and strong ratings rise to the top. Use this guide to compare options across streets and nearby cities when you’re planning a weeknight dinner, a weekend grill, or bulk purchases.
This ranking is computed from Google reviews (our method). Listings marked Partner are paid advertising spots: they sit alongside the ranking without changing its order.
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Meat for Cats and Dogs
Meat for Cats and Dogs tops our list with a 4.9 Google rating backed by 464 reviews, giving it the highest combined score in our Bayesian-style ranking. Although Google classifies it as a pet supply store, its high rating and substantial review count make it statistically stand out among meat-related businesses in the area. That combination of near-perfect rating and meaningful review volume is why it comes out on top in this data-driven list.
The full ranking
Otto’s Sausage Kitchen & Meat Market
This butcher shop deli holds a 4.8 rating across 2,127 reviews and is located on SE Woodstock Blvd, reflecting a large volume of customer feedback in Southeast Portland.
2127 reviews
Gartner’s Country Meat Market
A butcher shop rated 4.8 with 1,674 reviews, situated on NE Lombard St in Portland; the substantial review count helps maintain its high position in the rankings.
1674 reviews
Original Steer market
Listed as a butcher shop with a 4.8 rating from 342 reviews and located on SE Division St, giving it a solid score with a moderate review base.
342 reviews
Scratch Meats
Classified as a Meat processor, Scratch Meats has a 4.9 rating from 43 reviews and is located on N Russet St in Portland; its high rating is notable though based on fewer reviews.
43 reviews
The Meating Place
A butcher shop in Hillsboro with a 4.7 rating from 1,107 reviews, located on NW Cornelius Pass Rd; its large review total anchors a reliable overall score.
1107 reviews
Providore Fine Foods
This gourmet grocery store on NE Sandy Blvd in Portland carries a 4.7 rating from 951 reviews, reflecting customer impressions of its meat and specialty offerings.
951 reviews
White’s Country Meats
A butcher shop listed with a 4.7 rating and 638 reviews, located on SE Kane Dr in Gresham; its review count provides a stable public rating in the east metro area.
638 reviews
SP Provisions Wholesale Meats
Categorized as a Meat wholesaler and found on NW 23rd Ave in Portland, SP Provisions has a 5.0 rating from 13 reviews, a perfect score but from a small sample size.
13 reviews
Aji Fish Butchery
A butcher shop on NE Alberta St with a 5.0 rating from 10 reviews; its perfect score comes from a limited number of reviewers, which the ranking weighs accordingly.
10 reviews
Frequently asked questions
How should I choose a butcher shop in Portland?
Look for a combination of factors: recent customer reviews, the number of reviews, the shop’s stated specializations, and proximity to your neighborhood. Visiting in person to check cleanliness, ask about sourcing, and gauge portion sizes is also helpful before making larger purchases.
What should I expect to pay for common cuts of meat?
Prices vary by cut, quality, and whether meat is specialty or conventional; local shops may also charge for trimming or custom butchering. Expect to compare per-pound prices and ask for pricing on bulk orders or value packs to understand total cost.
What should I check before placing a special order or large catering request?
Confirm lead time, minimum order sizes, deposit or cancellation policies, and whether the shop provides slicing, packaging, or custom portioning. Ask about handling and pickup arrangements so your order is ready when you need it.
How was this ranking created and updated?
This list is built from Google review data and uses a Bayesian-style score that weights both average rating and the number of reviews, updated for 2026. That approach favors businesses with consistent, well-supported feedback over those with only a few high or low ratings.