Butcher shops and meat markets around Greenville, SC

We asked you, our readers, for your favorites.

Prime rib filets at Revival Butchery in Greenville SC

The Upstate has the meats. | Photo via @revivalbutchery

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We’re getting straight to the meat of this guide’s topic. You guessed it meat, (plus seafood, sides, and more). We recently asked about your favorite butcher shops + meat markets in the area, and you served up quite a few options.

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Here are seven butcher shops to try in and around Greenville, plus some honorable mentions.

Revival Butchery

1296 A Pendleton St. | Tues-Fri., 8 a.m.-6 p.m. + Sat., 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
This Village of West Greenville’s “purveyor of special meats” offers a selection of rotating meats, including stuffed pork chops, bacon wrapped steak, 25+ different types of sausage, all made in house, and brisket burgers that reader Jenni S. says are “out of this world.”

Hooked Meat and Seafood Market

1320 Stallings Rd. | Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Backed by 36 years of experience, this family-owned shop offers a variety of fresh, cut meats like poultry + lamb, seafood, and gourmet to-go dishes like crab-stuffed mushrooms and lobster mac ‘n cheese.

Blue crab at Hooked Meat and Seafood Market in Greenville SC

Blue crab | Photo via @hookedmeat.seafood

New York Butcher Shoppe

Multiple locations | Hours vary
Located off Augusta, Pelham, and Woodruff Roads + in Simpsonville, this shop not only has meat options like certified angus beef, but you’ll also find assorted wines, cocktail mixers, and prepared foods (think: twice baked potatoes).

Twice baked potatoes at New York Butcher Shoppe on Woodruff Road in Greenville SC

Twice baked potatoes | Photo via @newyorkbutchershoppewoodruff

Block and Barley Market

624 Poinsett Hwy. | Wed.-Fri., 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Sat., 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Sun., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
If you can smell the smoke, you’re in the right place — enjoy a beer + some smoked barbecue on the patio for lunch and leave with freshly cut steaks, sides, and wine for dinner.

Steak and goods from Block and Barley Market in Greenville SC

28 day dry aged Prime Tomahawk Ribeye | Photo via Block & Barley Market

Hillside Sausage and Butcher Shop

996 Batesville Rd., Unit 6, Greer | Wed.-Fri., 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Sat., 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun., 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Venture beyond Greenville city limits to try Hillside’s traditional-cut meats, ready-to-heat meals (like steak with potatoes and vegetables), and pre-made dishes like vegetable beef soup. Pro tip: stop by on Fridays for fresh seafood. Reader John B. says Hillside is “hands down the best.”

Ready to heat meals from Hillside Sausage and Butcher in Greenville SC

Ready to heat meals. | Photo via @hillsidesausageandbutcher

The Chopping Block

11003 Anderson Rd., Powdersville | Mon.-Fri., 11 a.m.-6:30 p.m., Sat., 12-6 p.m.
No, we’re not talking about Food Network’s “Chopped”this Powdersville butcher shop is one of the only that offers USDA Prime beef. Don’t miss the breads, fresh deli salads, sandwiches, catering, and carry out lunches + dinners.

The Chopping Block in Powdersville SC

The Chopping Block | Photo via @anythingupstate

Begley’s Butcher Block

215 N Main St., Simpsonville | Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun., 10 a.m-3 p.m.
Shop for 100% USDA Greater Omaha Prime Beef, Joyce Farms all-natural chicken and pork, and a variety of fresh seafood — plus, don’t be afraid to ask questions to learn more about what Begley’s has to offer.

Begley's Butcher Block in Simpsonville SC

Begley’s Butcher Block | Photo via @begleys_butcher_block

Black Sheep Market

2301 Wade Hampton Blvd., Ste. 1 | Mon.-Fri., 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Owners Pat and Dana Cheatham offer a variety of high quality cuts of meats like local lamb, grass fed beef, or heritage pork, sustainable seafood, fresh vegetables, sides, seasonings, and more.

Honorable Mentions

Reader Jordan L. says Kenyon + his team at Whole Foods (1140 Woodruff Rd. | Mon.-Sun., 7 a.m.-10 p.m.) are “super solid” and that the team at Harris Teeter (Multiple locations | 7 a.m.-11 p.m.) is “great for a supermarket.”

If you’re interested in sourcing locally-raised meats directly from an Upstate farm, check out Kidding Around Greenville’s list. Have a favorite butcher that didn’t make the cut? Let us know.

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