Gepperth’s Meat Market

I love the guys here so much. Clark and I stumbled in here on our way home from church one Sunday morning and picked up some delicious flank steak and beef jerky for dinner and snacks, respectively. The gentleman that helped us was so helpful and informative, giving us suggestions on how to cook flank steak, recommending their homemade marinade (which we tried), and filling us in on the shop itself.
I always prefer purchasing meat from butcher shops like this rather than at a grocery store, and these guys haven’t disappointed me in the two times I’ve been in here so far. Our flank steak was incredible, though I’d hold off on their marinade next time. While it was in fact very tasty, it was a little too salty for our taste.
I called ahead just last week to make sure that they had a 4lb pork shoulder that I wanted to turn into pulled pork. It was my first time making it, so I was hoping for some of their expertise to come with the shoulder. I walked in and the one guy asked, «Are you the pork shoulder girl?» I cracked up and chatted with them for about 20 mins. Ended up walking out with their Asian (Thai?) sausage, their Wisconsin brats, and a few burger patties to cook for the rest of the week. Everything was noticeably fresh and oh, so tasty! The pulled pork stole the show and I loved the sausage/​brats, and I’m not usually a big fan of either. We froze the burger patties and have yet to try those, but I am so pumped to do so.
I love this tiny, local shop just off of the Armitage corridor and will absolutely be frequenting this spot for any of my meat needs!

So I dropped in just because I was in the area (I’ve never been here before). I was not prepared to buy any meat because I had a super long drive home. The customer service I received and information that was provided made me love this place so much that the next time I’m driving thru the city, I will make sure I have a cooler on hand and make a stop.
Their sausages looked amazing and I loved how much game meat was in shop. Neat place. I can’t wait to go back.

We searched for spanish chorizo at 3 different meat markets without success, so when we found it at Gepperth’s (two kinds!), we were exuberant! I also saw some other unique meats, great looking sausages, and intriguing cuts of steaks. I also tried a sausage sample and beef bacon sample which were yummy. The guys behind the counter were really willing to help and converse with the customers in this small space. It was a good experience all around!

Super cool mom and pop type butcher shop down the street from me. They have been active in Chicago for many years. My roommate loves coming here to get fresh whole chicken or lamb, which they will cut to your preference. They have everything! Rabbit broth, sausages, imported Italian pasta and cheese, condiments, spice rubs, fresh pickles, etc. If you’re trying out a new recipe and need some quality meat for it, swing by, the experience is personal, nostalgic, and totally charming.

Top-​notch across the board. Local owners, local flavor. It’s a no non-​sense place that is stocked with good beer, good seasonings, and some of the most delicious and diverse cuts of meat you can get your hands on. Delectable steaks, sure, but also alligator, venison, ostrich, bison. They have stock and broth, stuffed chicken, stuffed pork chops. I love meat, but I’m no gourmet cook, so I appreciate all the sauces and ready-​made options they have (ready-​made, but not pre-cooked…the chicken is already stuffed. You still have to cook it yourself).
The staff is very friendly, very helpful, and very patient. They engage in conversation and make great recommendations. They explain things that need to be explained. It’s the kind of service you only get at a small-​scale operation with knowledgeable workers who are personally invested in their business. I love this place. It is a rare treasure. This is the kind of place that makes a neighborhood.
And yes, it is a little more expensive than the supermarket, but you get what you pay for. Even something as simple as the chicken breast tastes juicier and more natural than what I get at the supermarket. The steaks and unusual meats are steeper in price, but there are plenty of cuts of chicken, pork, and brats for the more cost-​conscious carnivore. If you can afford to pay a little extra, you will get your money’s worth — in quality of meat, in quality of service, and in supporting a local business that represents what a great community is about.

I loved this place. Classic business in a classic storefront (19^th century mixed-​use building). These kinds of neighborhood places make Chicago great.
Great selection of meat (of course) and other nice items like cheese, fresh bread, and booze.
Gepperth’s is perfect, down to the black and white checkerboard floors.

I called Gepperth’s in search of a specific type of sausage for a bbq that is impossible to find. He said they were out of stock, but asked when I needed it and said they would make it and have it ready in time for the party (just two days later). Not only was it the best I’ve ever had, but the rest of the meat was also really fresh and very reasonably priced. The service and quality of meat were beyond any expectation I could have imagined.

I have to admit I went to school with one of the owner’s kids at St. James Lutheran School many years ago in 1^st and 2^nd grade. A part of a dieing breed that of the neighborhood meat market. I used to live around the corner and always went there with my mom. Was there not very long ago, and it hasn’t changed very much.
The major chain stores have nothing on Gepperth’s. When ever I am back in my old neighborhood, I make a point to visit, albeit not as often as I’d like.

Local family run meat market? I’m there. There must be crack or something in the burgers, because I crave them almost daily since I bought my first batch. I always fall for the upsell on beef sticks by the register, too, and I have zero shame. Prices a little hefty, but the quality is there and it’s worth it for special occasions.

Great little market. Worth a trip.

Love this place. My fav is their chicken, very tender and juicy. Amazing steaks, and has lots of different game as well like gator, venison, buffalo, and more. And an excellent staff.

The first and last place to go for meat. Not only are the staff extremely friendly and helpful (they know me by first name and always tell me to say hi to my family for them), but they have outstandingly fresh product at a very reasonable price.
I can’t say how fresh their chicken is here compared to the prepackaged stuff at grocery stores (including Whole Foods). It is just amazing tasting.
Gepperths also has some extremely high quality beefs and are a provider of steaks for many local steakhouses. They offer USDA Choice and Prime cuts… both of which are amazing.
Lastly, they make some fantastic homemade sausages. The german bier brats are our favorite for a summer bbq, but they have great seasonal specials such as bier brats with smoked cheddar.
Please give this family owned butcher shop a try over the big box grocery stores. I guarantee that your food will taste better and fresher, you can definitely save some money, and you’ll be supporting a locally owned business.

Perfect place to get the meat you need for a special occasion, or just for a nice meal to treat yo self… why not?
I won’t be coming here often, unfortunately, but that’s only because I don’t often have the budget to spend $ 28.99/lb for New York strip steaks every week… but when I do, it’s TOTALLY worth it. Mom, Dad, the manfriend — aka, the whole bunch — raved about the flavor of these steaks (with little seasoning).
High quality, great meat. They had the whole freezer ½ off the day we went since they were going on vacation — clearly hit or miss, but I totally would have taken them up on it if I hadn’t just dropped $ 90 on steaks!
Saving it for special occasions… you should too.

Wow surely the owner’s nasty response, and blame the customer attitude will keep people pouring in the door! Glad you could make such a clear observation about a situation that you yourself never observed.
I was parked right out front and called as soon as I got home. Surprised I didn’t notice your workers running out the door, or answering my phone calls? And it really shocks me that your employees didn’t blame themselves for the mix-​up and admit to HANDING me the wrong bag. (Please sense the sarcasm) Thats right it’s MY fault I didn’t notice the weight of the bag I was handed after the transaction as I walked out the door. I never even touched the items? It is very possible that the jar of chili and two steaks were fairly close to 4 pounds? Man the extra 2 should have been SO OBVIOUS!
I’ll make sure to bring my scale along with my wallet next time I go to a store of any kind.

After living just a block away from this LP gem for nearly three years, I finally stopped in to see what the fuss was all about. In truth, I had never been to a real-​life-​old-​timey butcher shop EVER.
Otto greeted me like his long-​lost daughter and offered to answer any questions or simply let me browse for a bit. Overwhelmed by the choices before me, I crept around the small shop, pretending to know what I might be looking for. I actually did have a mission: ground beef and sirloin for a great chili recipe I’d been dying to make.
Once he know what I needed (and why) he recommended ground chuck and offered to cube up the sirloin so it would cook perfectly. [it DID prove to be perfect].
I had heard that some butchers carry marrow bones for dogs, so I asked and sure enough, they had packages in the freezer. Rosie, Otto explained, was his dog and also a Golden Retriever and these were the bones she preferred. He assured me that my pup would love them. And she did!!!
I don’t want to buy my meat meat anywhere else. ever.

Almost worth moving to LP and becoming a Chad just to shop here.
Almost.

I entered this place looking for the meat portion of my Fathers Day meal. I was greeted at the door by several men in white coats telling jokes and being «men». I browsed and asked a few questions to which I got the right answer for a customer every time. They custom cut some prime beef for me and I got some brats from the back since I asked so nice :)
I will be back to this place again and again. hard to find service and quality like this anymore.

Grabbed some of Otto’s Onion Brats and couldn’t have made a more delicious choice… until I tasted the home-​made beef jerkey! Can’t wait to go back and pick up some prime cuts for grilling this summer.
I also picked up some frozen bison burgers and all beef hot dogs which I have not had the chance to try yet — but I’m looking forward to it.
They were selling fresh gummy bears which my girlfriend couldn’t resist buying and I’m happy she didn’t. They were delicious, extremely soft and more flavorful than any gummies I’ve ever had.
I haven’t even gotten in to how helpful the staff are… when we walked in we were greeted by one of the employees with a big smile and a helpful run down of all the different sausages /​brats they had in stock. They make all of the meats, sausages, etc. fresh.
I will definitely be back and cannot wait to try more of the meats!

Being new to Chicago the first thing I looked for was a great butcher and this place was the hands down winner.
The guys that work there know their stuff and are extremely nice and helpful. After 3 – 4 visits they remembered who we were and even give our boys slices of bologna while they help us.
The quality of the meat is great and they have everything, and whatever they don’t have, they can get if you call by 6pm the night before. Plus, they always carry duck and goose fat, and you can’t beat that!
They have become a part of our weekly shopping routine and I look forward to it every Saturday.

Really, 4.5 stars — a little off because there are some items that are a bit overpriced. So come with mucho money — but be prepared for:
Some of the best steaks you’ll find if they are marbled nicely (can’t always control every steer’s body fat!). I made some on the grill once and they literally tasted like they had been buttered.
Fantastic sausage — especially the brats.
Best German potato salad in the city — hands down. Excellent red cabbage.
One of the few places one can get cooked pork roast for sandwiches anymore.
Sometimes slow, but very knowledgable service.