House Of Meats

I was recommended to go to House of Meats by a co-​worker and so a few weeks ago I decided to try them out. They are found inside the Andersens behind Sawmill so they’re a bit off the beaten path but they are well worth the small bit of extra effort to find it as you really cannot beat their choice cuts of meat.
I’m not a huge meat expert but I do know when something tastes great and let me tell you, the steaks and burgers we got here and cooked up on the grill were just out of this world awesome, especially the steak… It was well marbled and cooked up just perfectly even on my grill. I didn’t even use any steak sauce it was so delicious!
This place is always pretty busy but the guys behind the counter, of which they had quite a few people working, will get you in and out in a hurry. Just make sure you take a number at the counter and listen for them to call you. Think about what you want so when they call you that you will not hold up the well oiled machine here.
I’ve only used them once but I was very impressed. I plan to go up again this week and get some more meat for the July 4^th holiday and will revisit my review with further pictures.

I originally shopped their wheeling road store in Oregon Ohio in the 70’s. The quality at his location is on par with the original and it is worth a look for all the varieties of meat they have. Try the kielbasa for a good toledo/​Cleveland flavor (not quite as good as Stanley’s of toledo) the ribeye is extremely flavorful and tender. There are not many who know what city chicken is .but you can find it here. I use the meatloaf as a meatball base and it’s excellent. Plus if you are a fan of ballreich chips, Charley’s chips, tony packos, or awesome Hungarian cookies this is the place

I have been in Columbus for 10 years, but only discovered House of Meats this year thanks to reviews here on Unilocal.I truly regret that I did not discover this place sooner. Located in The Anderson’s, this full serve meat counter offers quality meat with prices rivaling self-​serve counters in regular grocery stores.
I joined their email list and advise you to do the same. Each Sunday, you will receive a weekly sale list and a coupon. The coupon is generally a free item if you purchase $ 20 or $ 25 worth of meats. It is a great way to sample items you might/​might not be interested in.
Their ground beef is high quality, lean, and very flavorful. Their ground turkey is also high quality and very moist. We’ve had their porterhouse and their rib steaks. Again high quality, great flavor, and very tender.
I have purchased their Salisbury Steaks a few times. Normally this would not be something I would have picked up in a grocery store, but the price was 79 cents per steak so I decided to try them. They were fantastic! You can really taste the quality of the meat (beef and pork). This is now a family staple. We make sure we always have these in our freezer.
I bought their boneless, skinless chicken breasts for $ 1.99 a lb a few weeks ago. Not only were they cheaper than buying in a regular grocery store, but they had more flavor.
Their pork steaks and chops are thick, meaty, tender, and full of flavor. Their homemade mild Italian sausage is the best I have ever tasted. Their homemade apple chicken sausage was incredible.
The service is fantastic. We tend to go during the week as it does tend to get busy on the weekend. Be sure to join their email list. In addition to their sales list and their coupon, you will get recipes and cooking tips.

Edit: This is my 100^th review! I feel like I should go here and drink champagne!
This place is like a wonderland of meat. What could be better?!
I came here looking to buy a whole chicken and a pork shoulder. Why is pork shoulder so difficult to find in Columbus? You’re missing out, people!
Not only did they have both, the price was spot on. $ 5.60 for a whole chicken?! Why have I not been doing this my whole life?! Roasted chicken with vegetables is the greatest thing on earth!
My chicken was on the small side, which I assume (hope) means it was all-​natural. It was juicy and moist (*cringe*). I’m sure this was in part to Ina Garten’s teachings, but it was really delicious.
They have a huge selection of marinated meats and meat packages (hey-​oh!) as well.
I know the gent who runs the facebook page, so I have to give it a plug. Before you go, make sure to check their facebook page. They have great specials and coupons for facebook fans. They also post recipes consistently.

For the finest quality meats, even on a budget, this has got to be the greatest secret in Columbus!
Hidden in The Andersons, I am always satisfied with the selection, cuts, deals (see
to sign up for weekly special emails, it is SO WORTH IT), and service! I have purchased meat from other «big box» grocery chains and smaller grocers, but none can compete with House of Meats in The *always amazing* Andersons.