Paisanos Butcher Shop

Although this wonderful neighborhood butcher has become iconic beyond the borders of Brooklyn, to me it will always be that great butcher, Paisanos, up the block. What was a secret to locals has been leaked out to the world. My understanding is that they are the second oldest butcher shop in New York. Their experience and following puts them in a class of their own. The meat cuts, salads, sides, deli, and groceries available represent the best of the best. I've ordered everything from catered sandwiches to a suckling pig for roasting. Highly recommended.

One of the best and most reliable butchers in the city. They have pretty much any kind of meat you’re looking for (they are one of the only spots I know of that sell fresh rabbit)

The meat here is very fresh; I'll definitely be a regular customer.

I like the steak cuts and sausages. The meat is great quality. I also frequently get the sandwiches which are great. What makes me unhappy is that they didn't grind the specific blend of beef I wanted. I specifically asked for 80/20 or asked them to grind a pound of chuck for me but they were not happy to do so. For me, a butcher being able to grind a specific cut is an essential service. I will ask next time and maybe another butcher will be more accommodating.

my new go-to butcher. gorgeous and quality meats at very reasonable prices. I've gotten a whole duck, tomahawk, porterhouse, bone marrow, lamb shanks, and various sausages and all have been incredible. it's a little crazy during holidays so I recommend not going the day before (like I did twice) but truthfully the line is never unbearable and they keep it moving quickly. when it's not a holiday, you're in and out quickly

Great quality beef and other products! Fair prices. They’re a little disorganized, especially when busy, like before Thanksgiving. But even when it’s quiet, it’s unclear where the line starts, where you’re supposed to order. It’s easy to get overlooked in there. But other than that, I highly recommend getting your meats there 🥩

Paisanos Butcher Shop is one of the most popular and famous butcher shops in New York City. There is always a line in front of the entrance but the wait won’t be too bad. We got a piece of Dry-aged porterhouse steak with reasonable price and grilled it simply without too much seasoning. The steak was extremely tender and soft with rich flavor.

I’ve been looking for pork jowl at other butcher shops for months and they have a lot! Plus, they have a huge selection of cheeses, pasta, beautiful cuts of meat, marinated meat etc. I’ve never been this excited in a butcher shop. The person who helped me was attentive and provided great service. I had really great first time shopping there.

High quality meat, every time!! My partner and I come here every now and then when making an indulgent celebratory meal. We most recently picked up a dry aged porterhouse, which we turned into a steak cake for new years. Line moves fairly quick so don't be discouraged if the line is out the door - its a small space filled with a lot of interesting and unique meat you don't see at other butcher shops. Will definitely return!

Excellent neighborhood gem of a butcher shop. Everything is high quality, and they have the more unusual stuff other stores might not carry. (I even got a Whole Pig from them once! Super easy to work with, even for that weird request). I'd say their prices are reasonable compared to other local stores. Staff is helpful and friendly. Be Forewarned though, the store gets very busy around the holidays so plan in advance.

I really enjoyed the sandwiches from here! I got the ever roast chicken sandwich and absolutely loved it! It was large and I was able to split it into 2 meals. I really also loved the ravioli I got from here! Food is great, I would definitely come back

Finally got around to trying some fresh meat from Paisanos and was certainly not disappointed! My partner and I wanted to make our annual new years steak cake, so thought it was the right opportunity to give Paisanos steak (dry aged porterhouse) and bacon a try. The selection of both fresh meats (both in terms of cuts and variety of game/poultry) and deli offerings (cold cuts, cheeses, prepared items) rivals anywhere else in NYC (maybe even unbeatable). The line moves quickly and it is worth the wait - the folks there are friendly and helpful, especially if you can describe what you want to make, they can help with what's the best cut and how much you should get. Definitely has the classic butcher shop and deli ambiance to it as well. Will be back again!

Amazing selection. Great lamb shoulder. Very nice people. Good price for this very high quality meat.

I came to Paisano's to purchase lamb for a dish I wanted to make, and if I still lived in New York City, this would definitely be a go to place. The high quality of meat sold here is so much better than what is sold at grocery stores. No comparison. Service was really good and when I visited, the shop had a friendly neighborhood atmosphere. The guy who helped me at the counter was very knowledgeable, and the lamb he sold me had a great, buttery texture. I also thought the display cases were impressive. If you live in Manhattan, this spot is definitely worth a train ride to Brooklyn.

The best butcher I've experienced in NYC! The store has a lovely traditional look makes you feel like you're in an old cozy Italian butchery. The employees there are some of the finest they have such a vast knowledge on cuts and there isn't a single meat you can't find there!

Unreal Nostalgic, legit, delicious. Like a warm hug from a long lost friend when you walk in. Can't go wrong with anything here. Thank you for existing.

I get all my steaks from here, and have become reliant on them for exotic meats as well -- rabbit, quail, elk burgers, oxtail, even occasionally weird stuff like kangaroo or emu! It's all very high quality.

This place has been a part of my Life since I moved to the city 25 years ago. I don't go Anywhere else for my meat. I trust them and they make you feel like family. I am alway searching for something different and they have all of it. My favorite person is Rene' and Tony is awesome. Get all your Wagyu, Prime Cuts, Olives, Cheeses, Pickles, Pasta's, Chicken Feet.... Shall I go on? Lol The best!

Waiting for some great sandwiches. Great selection, wonderful flavors! Slightly long wait, friendly service, good value for your money. Huge sandwiches.

Wow. What a great shop. They have everything! Decent prices it's busy but butchers keep the flow moving. When we cooked our filet mignon when we got home it was so tender , fresh and tasty. I will be coming here from Now on. I was able to find parking outside in the evening so if you are driving in it's doable.

Don't normally review places, and I had to wait a day to calm down from my anger at my first experience there. Never been before, knew it had a good reputation, not sure what the ordering process is, but I wanted to see what was available first. Only wanted sausage so I get to the counter and check out what's there, keep hearing Next from people behind the counter. Ready to get something, standing right in front of the counter, guy calls for Next, nobody comes up, he keeps looking to the right, calls Next. I'm standing right in front of him, wave my hands say Hello, this guy never looks at me. Calls Next again and nobody comes up, I'm still standing right in front of him, give him one more shot to help me. He doesn't, apparently he's blind now, and isn't able to say anything else except NEXT, so I leave because this place doesn't want my business and money now. Sent them an email on their website, and was surprised I got a response within about 2 hours. Wants me to come back, apologizes for what happened, everybody's trained to help, the whole customer service routine response I know because I worked retail 30 years and you don't ignore people standing in front of your face. Highly doubtful I'm going back. Not my regular neighborhood and the reputation was burned to the ground on REALLY BAD first impressions, regardless of the quality of your products. I'm sure your regulars will keep you in business, because they'll be seen while newcomers probably won't.

I have walked by Paisano's at least a dozen times recently. I finally stopped in to give it a try. Paisano's has everything. If you are in need of Italian sausage, Cold Cuts, Rib Eye steaks, Wagyu beef or Lamb chops, then you must go. I was in need of a Sandwich, and I ordered a Forest Ham and Cheese hero. My sandwich was large and tasty, and fairly priced at $12.95. I have a birthday coming up soon and I plan to purchase some dry aged Prime Steaks to celebrate. Yum! Yum!

Let's leave this review short a sweet, if you're in downtown Brooklyn there's no other place to go get your meat. Simple as that.

Kind service, great selection, everything upfront. I will be making more trips just to get more of the experience I've had today.

One of the many Italian delis in the area, this is likely the largest of them and they serves a whole lot of different meats and overall more cheeses and meats than any of the other spots. They are also one of the oldest of the spots and have had long term customers for ages. The people here are very knowledgeable and friendly. I personally go here for sandwiches which range in prices (mostly in the low to mid teens) but they are massive and stuffed and mostly big enough for two meals. I prefer the prosciutto at Dellapietras but but prefer the roast beef here and they have a whole lot more on the menu compared to most other spots. I definitely prefer MozzLab in terms of cheese and I think their sandwiches are better but they are more expensive so if you prefer a bit less quality, go here. This place has been around for ages and is popular for a very good reason and it's one of my cousin's favorites for a good reason as well. Personal recommendations for the area: 1. MozzLab 2. Paisanos 3. Dellapietras 4. G Esposito 5. Sanpanino

Had a slower work day so made it a point to walk over here from Jay Street. Very glad I did. Not just a butcher shop but also a place to get excellent sandwiches. Tried the namesake "Paisano" and very happy I did. Sandwich is massive, packed with Italian cold-cuts and provolone, and perfectly vinegared roasted peppers. Service was friendly and efficient. Can't wait to try other sandwiches on the menu and will also buy some fresh cut meats here sometime soon for a special occasion. Old school place that has been around for decades; don't fix what's not broken.

Great place we came from Los Angeles to visit our son and Family, wanted to make them home made Mexican food, we went to Paisanos and we purchased all the different meats, all the employees were very nice and knowledgeable love the way they cut all the meat perfect for all the dishes I made, and the taste super good

My trip to Paisanos was so fun! I went today during the Coronavirus closures, and I waited only about 5min to get in. I mostly came for sausage, and they have a great selection. I got some breakfast sausage, spicy Italian, and Berkshire pork scallion. I also got a couple pork chops, a rack of ribs, some mortadella, and a log of spicy sopressata. For all the pawrents, they have marrow bones in the back for your dog that they'll saw into pieces for a healthy treat. I throw them in the freezer and my 65lb golden doodle spends hours on them - a great value!

Welp, I made 2 mistakes. 1) Sent a friend that doesn't know anything about beef or steaks to grab a porterhouse. 2) Told friend, "Don't worry, you don't need to know anything. It's an old school spot and the butcher will make sure you get a good steak. The weakest PH I've seen outside of a grocery store. Especially for a place that boasts photos of them with fairly large tenderloin. Bummer, but as I said. My mistake. Should have told them to just grab a strip steak to save $$$ per lbs.

This is my favorite butcher shop in all of NYC. The cuts and quality of the meats are fantastic, at some of the best prices you'll find at any butcher in the city. The customer service is personal and superb. I have never been let down on any of my purchases here - when I cook steaks for guests, they are always blown away at how good it is. Their Italian sandwiches are nothing to sleep on too - some of my favorite in the city. The ingredients are top notch, all the way from the bread to the cured meats, and the cheese. Note: they limit the number of people inside at one time, so on weekends there can be a queue outside the door. Definitely worth the wait though!

I was a vegetarian for 10 years and I've spent the last decade or so making up for that egregious mistake. Paisano's is, without a doubt, my favorite place to get my carnivore on. They have a stellar selection of steaks - both dry aged and not - and sausages (the spicy Italian is LIFE CHANGING) and while I haven't personally sampled them, a ton of other exotic meats and cuts (ostrich, bison etc.) They also carry a ton of different homemade side dishes like salads and pastas, rice balls, a stellar olive selection, and a ton of pastas (dry and fresh/refrigerated including awesome ravioli), cheeses, meats, and different sauces. The butchers are all excellent - every time I go in there I learn something new. They've truly never steered me wrong. Considering the quality of their products, the prices are incredibly reasonable - especially compared to their competitors in Brooklyn Heights and Park Slope. Paisano's is a true gem in Brooklyn and I hope it's here forever!

So disappointed in Paisanos Butcher Shop. I have been buying lamb and Prime ribeye and strip steak frequently never spending under $200 when I go. Well this is the 2nd time and my last time buying Prime filet from them or any other meat. Both times it looked like my filet had been glued w/meat glue. I thought the 1st time was a one off, but this was the 2nd time buying the Prime filet cut and It had a piece of food rope holding it together, so I cut the tie and sure enough the filet started to fall open and was supper easy to lightly pull apart and I could see the clear sticky substance holding it together. Bye Piasanos! I will have to find a new butcher that is honest about what they are selling, what a shame.

I love their selections of prime meats, I always go there for their Paisano mix ground beef and other dry aged meats for my home and businesses. I've been coming to this butcher shop with my mother since I was a kid, I am now 55 and will never get tired of coming here.

Likely the best butcher shop I've ever been to hands down. I've never asked for a cut or quality they didn't have. Tons of spice blends, sides, and accoutrements for an easy one stop shop.

This is one of the few old school NY butcher shops that are left. Pretty big selection and great service. They are limiting entry to six people at a time so there will likely be a line when you arrive especially on weekends. If you don't exactly know what you're looking for ask for some recommendations there's tons of options from sausage of every kind to steaks and even a whole chickens. There's also premade food available to order by the pound like salad and pasta. Fresh meat + honest prices = a win win!

My first visit here was great! ... Their variety and quality is very impressive. The beef selection is vast. Aged beef, Japanese wagyu beef available fresh and frozen. ... There's a freezer with portion sized packaged wild meats and plenty of beef and veal bones for broth. Their prices seem on the higher end side, but that's the cost of good quality. ... Their beef is responsibly sourced and fed grass/ grain finished. The display area seems focused mainly on beef, although there is some organic chicken and other tasty flying foods. The beef is Not organic though, which was disappointing to me since I was looking for a pesticide free option. Still, the quality was impressive!

My husband and I first came to Paisanos around Christmas time 2020. Due to distancing measures, and the holiday season, there was a crazy long line the first day we came. We came back the next day to line up before the store opened. We didn't have to wait much longer after 9am to go. During this time, there was only one person per party allowed in to minimize wait times. I went in and got a large wagyu steak. My husband had also requested pork braciole, however, the staff misunderstood me and gave me a pound of bresaola instead. We didn't check the bag until we got home, and were both pretty disappointed as this was going to be part of our Christmas dinner. However, a week later, we ordered delivery from Paisanos (through Mercato), and got the pork braciole then with no room for errors. All the meat we've now tried from here has been delicious and top quality. This will be my go-to butcher in the area.

Family owned and operated for 60 years, I remember when they were known as Los Paisanos. Situated on Smith Street, this business is a quality butcher shop and more. What is ironic is that aside from chicken/turkey, I don't eat meat; however, I find myself shopping here for their chicken cutlets, cold cuts, ravioli, specialty sauces and jar goods. They have a variety of chicken sausage and at the end of BBQ season last year, I came in to purchase a wheel. I was mindful that most chicken sausage is either prepared in pork or lamb casing which would not work. The person who assisted me at the time assured me that their casing was synthetic. Yay, I bought it and was satisfied. Delicious garlic chicken sausage. Not so good update to that story. Around July 4th this year, I was eager to buy their chicken sausage again. Guess what? Lamb casing. They must have sold me the same last year because I was told that was all they had and how they are made. Of course I was upset because I do not eat red meat. Anyway, I won't be buying the chicken sausage any more. But, if you are a die hard carnivore, then this place is a must visit. They carry a lot and the quality is top notch.

Great place to get all your butcher meat needs...especially Japanese A5 wagyu. Quick service. Lots of options

Shout out to Alison Roman who spotlights this place heavily. I always thought it a was a cool place. Well today was the day I ventured out. The display case is just beautiful cuts after cuts of meat. I was going in simply for a sandwich. I came out homemade sausage, pasta and pesto. The lovely Jorge was very accommodating to this paison newbie! My sandwich was great! (The deniro)!Can't wait to try the rest in due time.

Now that I've been back a couple more times it's safe to say it's the best butcher spot in nyc. I may move just to be closer. Their steak is just much better than other butchers.

Still open during New York on PAUSE. I waited about 1.25 hours on line but I do believe it was worth every minute, I just wish I had purchased more. The shop allows four people inside at a time and starts the next person's order at the door in attempt to expedite the process. The pick up line is much shorter however it takes about one week out to obtain a Mercato slot, so don't think pick up is an easy way out of waiting. With Au Cheval diner closed, me and my boyfriend have been ordering takeout burgers from our favorite spots but are still missing the Cheval-style goodness. In order to recreate our beloved, I purchased four patties, which was more than enough for two people and slab bacon to top our burgers. I also purchased Mexican chorizo, not pictured, for breakfast hash. The chorizo is labeled as spicy and has a bite on its own however when in the same spoonful as eggs and potatoes, the heat is much calmer. Paisanos carries other specialty items from floor to ceiling, barely showing any free wall space. Here you can find spice blends and rubs, sauces, oils and vinegars, pastas, produce, frozen harder to find meats, and other provisions.

This has been my local butcher shop for nearly a decade now, and it is a constant source of meat (read: joy) in my life. They've got all the meat you'll ever need, and it's high quality product you can trust. They've got briskets, pork shoulders, beef ribs, short ribs, and anything else that you'd want to smoke in the summertime, and sous vide in the wintertime. I regularly buy the extra thick baby back ribs (almost too thick), and now that I've pretty much got my technique down, it's essentially the only reason my friends and family tolerate me. The sausages are excellent. They make just about every kind you can think of: chorizo, venison, merguez, breakfast sausage, kielbasa, boudin (blanc and noir), hot dogs, pinwheels, rabbit, bacon, chicken sausage of all varieties...but the best are the hot and sweet Italian sausages. My wife and I love them so much, we bought a couple hundred and incorporated them into the menu at our wedding. True story. If you want ground beef, it's here. They have a few proprietary mixes that are perfect for burgers, balls, meatloaf, chili, or whatever, and if you want some odd brisket/face/tongue blend, I bet they'd do it for you. Settle down though, weirdo, the Paisanos blend is just fine (Two 8 Two Burger around the corner uses it). But if you want something exotic...kangaroo, rattlesnake, ostrich, emu, camel, turtle, antelope, gator...they either have it in stock, or they can get it. Got a grill or an oven, but don't want to actually do any work? They've got steaks marinating, skewers prepped, lambs chopped, burgers pattied, fowl trussed, and roulades rolled. I've found that some of the marinades are actually fantastic, even though I prefer to make my own. I've been told that you can't just live on meat and nothing else (I'm still skeptical), and luckily Paisanos has you covered there too. They've got all the cheese (burrata, parmesan, provolone, whatever), salads, arancini, stuffed olives, roasted peppers...and it all tastes good. The walls are lined with marinades, seasonings, sauces, dressings, and more. The freezers are full of gravies, soups, and pastas. If you can't make a meal out of what you find here, there's something seriously wrong with you. And yes, they've still got the dry-aged steaks. Tomahawks, ribeyes, strips, tenderloins...all you need is salt and pepper, and you could be eating the best steak of your life tonight. Don't fuck it up though because good meat isn't cheap, and if you waste it I'm coming after you.

Nothing makes me happier than being able to support a local neighborhood shop during these times. Nothing screams home and pure hospitality more than a mom and pop butcher shop. From the moment I walked in you can feel the love and the welcoming smiles. I immediately was attended and got my 2in porterhouse steak. This porterhouse is dry aged 30 days!! When they went to cut it for me, they double checked and showed me what the steak would look like prior to getting it, which I loved. I also picked up some rosemary for added flavor! Now as you see in my pictures, this steak is MASSIVE. I cooked it medium and my goodness. The taste... the crispy char up top. This steak cooks beautifully and tastes just as good. I'm so happy I found this place and can't wait to come back and try other cuts of steak. Thanks for the love!

This was my first experience at Paisanos and I can't stress how amazing it was. For example I order a 1.5inch cut prime ribeye. I have never made a better steak before in my life. This was restaurant quality. Needless to say Paisanos has a customer for life

It's the butcher I've always dreamed of. It's the place you can go to for EVERY recipe and they will have the protein. The staff is super helpful and friendly, only adding to the amazing atmosphere. SEEK OUT YOUR MEAT HERE. Point blank. Best meat shop period.....

This is the BEST butcher shop hands down in Brooklyn!! I have a ton of food issues and the manager made me feel so welcomed and assisted me with everything!! I never have a bad experience here and the produce selection is incredible. Check them out, they are worth the wait (they are always packed because they are so great) !!

Great product, yet again. Ordered 1lb of Chicken Apple & Cognac sausages, 1lb of Lamb chops (frenched) & 1lb of Chicken Breast. All damn good and will continue to shop here forever.

The place is very clean, organized fresh meat and products. Good customer service Some holidays it can get really busy a line forms outside. So plan ahead for your meats on certain days.

This is the neighborhood butcher shop you've wanted your entire life. Extremely nice and efficient workers, completely reasonable prices, solid grocery selections at a reasonable price, and MEAT. Their sausages are all fantastic, I love using the hot italian links with pasta or on the grill. I also love their 'paisano burger' patties, both full size and slider size. Their chorizo sliders, chicken sliders and lamb meatballs are fantastic and can all be grilled to give nice options for a big group. Their ground chicken is also really nice, we use it to make both Chinese-style and Thai-style ground chicken dishes and it never disappoints in terms of quality. Highly recommend!

Fancy a nice home-cooked meal? This shop has the best variety of meat for the perfect meal. Aside from your regular poultry, pork, beef cuts. They have selections of dry aged steaks, A5 Wagyu, foie gras, kangaroo meat, snakes, camel etc. The store also has fresh produce, cheese, pasta, canned products, truffle products, different oils and many more! I almost got lost in here but I knew what I came in for. The staff was very initiative and helpful. The prices are fair, I'll say less, go check it out for yourself. It'll definitely be worth your visit.

Love love love this store. It's a carnivores dream. You walk in and you know you're in the right place. The line is usually long but they make sure to service each customer thoroughly. I never feel rushed. Prices are pretty great in my opinion, and there is a huge variety of meat and cold sides. One of my favorite stores in Brooklyn, not just for food, but in general! It's a classic.

Generous and wide variety of meats, poultry and other goodies. Came here the day before NYE and this place was packed. Good sign. There was an organized way of ordering and 3-4 butchers to help with everything. Pretty much every wonderful cut of beef including "wagyu" quality here. They even have foie gras medallions! I cooked one up and it was delicious. Meat quality was excellent for our prime rib and T-bone steak. Bottom line: will def be back for that foie gras baby!

I always come here when I can't find the meat I'm looking for at the grocery store, as they have everything! They have a huge selection but I usually get the ground pork, beef, and veal mix and their chicken cutlets, which are sliced perfectly thin. Everything is very fresh and everyone is so nice and friendly. There is usually a line on the weekends but it goes by fast. It's definitely worth it to go to this butcher over the grocery store when you have the time!

I love this meat market. They have the freshest chicken/meat in Brooklyn (my opinion). The store is also very clean & the staff are all very friendly as well as helpful. They greet you & immediately assist their customers with their shopping needs. My daughters always request for me to purchase their chicken wings whenever they feel like having wings. The ground chicken? Turkey meatballs? The BEST! Everything not only looks fresh but taste fresh as well.

One of the best butchers in the city. Great variety of cuts of meet and extremely knowledgeable staff. Huge stock too so you usually can get what you want. Honor covid capacity and rules and though a line outside they make sure you get in and out quickly. Friendly staff so if you don't see it just ask it probably is in back or downstairs or they can cut it for you on the spot. Paisanos where everyone is a part of the family !

A visit to Paisanos has become a weekly staple in my routine. Someone told me about this place a long time ago and it lived up to the hype. What's not to love about delicious slabs of quality beef and exotic meats. My go-to selection each week is a 1-1.5 lb 30 day dry aged steak and a couple of the sausages (good luck deciding which one to go with because there's a lot ... I'd suggest the Rabbit and Lamb) and the bill is under $30. Looking forward to trying out the exotic meats like rattle snake and kangaroo soon. If you're looking for a butcher, look no further.