A Real Kosher Butcher in Brooklyn — Cut to Order, Every Day
Brooklyn has plenty of places that sell meat. A real kosher butcher is something else: a counter where the butcher knows how your family cooks, cuts to the thickness your recipe needs, and sets aside the brisket before the Friday rush. That is what the counter at Satmar Meats on 13th Avenue in Boro Park does every day — kosher beef, chicken, turkey, lamb and deli, cut to order while you watch.
The butcher's guide to buying kosher meat in Brooklyn
What the counter cuts, how to choose, and how Brooklyn shops for Shabbos — every week.
Beef, cut the way you cook
The beef case is the heart of the counter: brisket first or second cut, flanken cut thin across the bone, steaks, roasts, chulent meat and ground beef. Tell the butcher the dish and the headcount and the cut gets matched to it.
Chicken and turkey, fresh daily
Chicken — whole birds, cutlets, thighs, wings — and turkey arrive fresh and are cut in-house. Weeknight cutlets, a whole Shabbos chicken, or a holiday turkey: the counter preps it while you shop the rest of the store.
Lamb and more
Lamb chops and roasts, duck, ready-to-bake specialties and cold cuts round out the case. One cart covers the whole week — butcher cuts, prepared foods and catering trays together.
What makes meat kosher
Three things. The animal must be a permitted species, slaughtered by a trained shochet in the prescribed way. The meat is then soaked and salted to remove blood. And the whole process runs under kosher supervision. Everything in our cases is kosher meat from a kosher butcher — that is the entire premise of the store.
How to choose a kosher butcher in Brooklyn
Four things matter: clear kosher supervision, freshness and turnover (a busy counter means nothing sits), true cut-to-order service (not just pre-packed trays), and a delivery or ordering option for the weeks you cannot get in. Walk our 13th Avenue counter once and you will see all four in action.
The Friday rhythm
Brooklyn’s kosher kitchens run on a weekly cycle, and so do we. Order during the week, pick up Thursday or Friday, and Shabbos is handled. Our Shabbos takeout and pre-packed Shabbos departments exist for exactly this rhythm.
Holidays and simchas
Rosh Hashanah, Sukkot, Pesach — and weddings, bar mitzvahs, brissim. Holiday weeks sell out of prime cuts fast, so order early. For catered events, the catering team plans quantities by headcount. One call to (718) 438-8444 starts either one.
Order your way
Walk in and talk to the counter, call (718) 438-8444 ahead for trimmed-to-order cuts, or order online for pickup at 4402 13th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11219 or local delivery across Brooklyn.
Visiting the kosher butcher shop in Brooklyn: hours, pickup, and ordering ahead
You can walk in Sunday through Friday, call (718) 438-8444 ahead, or order online and pick up your meat at 4402 13th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11219.
Walk in and talk to the counter
Walking in is still the way most Boro Park families shop. You see the meat before you buy it, watch it cut to the thickness your recipe needs, and ask the butcher questions while you wait. Bring your list and your headcount, and tell the counter what you are cooking. The cut follows the recipe: brisket for the oven, flanken for the cholent pot, cutlets for a weeknight dinner, and ground beef ground fresh while you shop the rest of the store. That daily rhythm is also why the case stays fresh: a busy counter means nothing sits for long.
Call ahead before Shabbos and holidays
Before Shabbos and holidays, calling ahead is the calm way to shop. Call (718) 438-8444, tell the counter the cuts and weights you need, and your order is cut, wrapped and waiting when you arrive. That matters most for the cuts that sell out first, like brisket, flanken, whole chickens and any special thickness or whole cut a recipe needs. For Yom Tov and simchas, call earlier in the week so the counter has time to set everything aside.
Order online for pickup or local delivery
When you cannot get to 13th Avenue, order online instead. Choose pickup at the store or local delivery to a listed area, including Boro Park, Flatbush, Williamsburg, Linden, Union, Staten Island and Lakewood. Butcher cuts, prepared foods and grocery items go in one cart, so one order can cover the meat you cook yourself and the ready food for the same table, without a second trip across Brooklyn.
Fall at the kosher butcher in Brooklyn: cholent meat, slow braises, and holiday ordering
A kosher butcher in Brooklyn is where fall cooking starts: cholent meat and flanken for the pot, chuck and brisket for slow braises, and holiday birds ordered ahead — all cut to order at the Satmar Meats counter at 4402 13th Avenue in Boro Park, in person, by phone at (718) 438-8444, or online.
Choosing cuts for cold-weather cooking
Cold weather changes the order. The hearty cuts move first: flanken and chulent meat for the overnight pot, second cut brisket and chuck for braises that fill the house, whole chickens for soup and roasting, and ground beef ground fresh for meatballs and stuffed vegetables. Tell the butcher the dish, the headcount, and the cooking time, and the cut, trim, and amount get matched to the recipe while you wait.
How much to order, and when to order it
Plan about half a pound of boneless meat per adult, and closer to three quarters of a pound per person for bone-in cuts. Order during the week for Shabbos, and early in the week for a fall holiday or a simcha, because brisket, flanken, whole chickens, and whole turkeys sell out first. A phone order is cut, wrapped, and waiting, so pickup takes minutes instead of a Friday line.
Pickup, delivery, and getting it home
Pick up at 4402 13th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11219, or order online for local delivery to a listed area, with butcher cuts, deli, and prepared foods in one cart. Keep raw meat in its own bag, apart from ready food, and refrigerate it in the coldest part of the fridge when you get home. Cook ground meat within a day or two and whole cuts within a few days, or freeze them in labeled, meal-size portions.
Your kosher butcher in Brooklyn this fall: the counter that knows your cooking
A kosher butcher in Brooklyn is more than a place that sells meat: it is the counter at Satmar Meats, 4402 13th Avenue in Boro Park, where the butcher knows how your family cooks, cuts beef, chicken, turkey, lamb, and duck to order, and sets the right piece aside before the Friday rush, every week of the year.
Tell the butcher the dish
The order starts with what you are cooking. Brisket first or second cut for the oven, flanken and chulent meat for the overnight pot, chuck for a slow stew, cutlets for a weeknight, and ground beef ground fresh while you shop — the cut, trim, and amount are matched to the recipe and the headcount while you wait, not picked off a shelf.
One counter, the whole store
The butcher counter sits inside a full kosher market, so one order covers deli and cold cuts, prepared foods and Shabbos takeout, ready-to-bake items for busy nights, and catering trays for a simcha. Families across Boro Park, Midwood, Flatbush, and Williamsburg shop the counter daily, which is why the case stays fresh and nothing sits for long. That is what a neighborhood counter means in practice for the families who shop here week after week, all year long.
Order the way that suits your week
Walk in and talk to the counter, call ahead at (718) 438-8444 so the order is ready when you arrive, or order online for pickup at 4402 13th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11219, or local delivery. Before Shabbos and holidays, ordering ahead is the calm way to shop: the meat is cut, packed, and waiting, ahead of the early Friday close.
A regular week at the Brooklyn kosher butcher: the counter routine that carries the season
A regular week at a kosher butcher in Brooklyn runs through the counter at Satmar Meats, 4402 13th Avenue in Boro Park, where beef, chicken, turkey, lamb, and duck are cut to order and the week's cooking is planned, in person, by phone at (718) 438-8444, or online for pickup or local delivery.
Start with the week's cooking, not the case
The order still starts with what you are cooking, not with what happens to be in front of you. A roast for Friday night, flanken and chulent meat for the overnight pot, cutlets for a weeknight, and ground beef ground fresh while you shop — the butcher matches the cut, the trim, and the amount to the recipe and the headcount. That is the whole advantage of a working counter over a shelf of pre-packed trays.
The quiet times are for questions
Thursday and Friday carry the weekly rush, so the longer conversations belong earlier in the week. That is the time to ask about a new recipe, a thicker steak for a special dinner, a roast trimmed lean or left with more fat on, or which cuts sell out first before Shabbos and holidays. Walk in with your list and your questions together, and the counter has the time to work through both with you properly.
One visit, the whole store
The butcher counter sits inside a full kosher market, so the same visit covers cold cuts and deli, prepared foods and Shabbos takeout, ready-to-bake items for the busy nights, and catering trays when a simcha is coming up. Order ahead online or by phone and the meat is cut, packed, and waiting when you arrive for pickup, or choose local delivery across Brooklyn for the weeks when getting to 13th Avenue does not fit.
Kosher butcher questions, answered
What Brooklyn asks before walking up to the counter — answered in plain terms.
Where can I find a kosher butcher in Brooklyn?
Satmar Meats at 4402 13th Avenue in Boro Park is a full-service kosher butcher: beef, chicken, turkey, lamb and deli cut to order at the counter daily. Walk in, call (718) 438-8444, or order online for pickup or local delivery.
What does “cut to order” mean?
It means the butcher cuts your meat while you wait — the thickness, the trim, the portion size you ask for. A ribeye cut an inch and a half thick for the grill, flanken cut thin across the bone, a brisket trimmed the way your smoker or oven wants it.
Is all the meat in your store kosher?
Yes. Everything in our cases is kosher meat, and Satmar Meats is a kosher butcher. That is the entire premise of the store — there is no non-kosher meat on the premises.
Do you sell whole briskets and packer cuts?
Yes — whole briskets, first cut and second cut, trimmed to order. For large cuts or specific trims, call (718) 438-8444 a day or two ahead so the butcher can set aside exactly what you need.
Can I order kosher meat online for pickup or delivery?
Yes. Order online and choose pickup at 4402 13th Avenue or delivery to a listed local area — Boro Park, Flatbush, Williamsburg, Linden, Union, Staten Island and Lakewood.
What is the difference between first cut and second cut brisket?
First cut is the lean flat — even slices, the classic Shabbos brisket. Second cut (the point) is fattier and richer — the pick for low-and-slow cooking and burnt ends. The counter will walk you through which suits your recipe.
Do you do custom cuts for events or simchas?
Yes. The butcher counter handles custom orders for simchas and large events — tell us the headcount and the menu and we will plan the cuts and quantities. For fully catered food, see our catering department.
What are your store hours?
The store is open Sunday through Friday and closed Saturday. Friday and holiday hours vary — call (718) 438-8444 to confirm before heading over.
How much meat should I buy per person?
As a rule of thumb, plan on about half a pound of boneless meat per adult and a quarter pound per child, and closer to three quarters of a pound per person for bone-in cuts like flanken or chicken on the bone. If you are serving several dishes, you can order a little less of each — tell the butcher your guest count and menu and the counter will help you size it.
Can I call ahead so my order is ready when I arrive?
Yes. Call (718) 438-8444, tell the counter what cuts and weights you need, and your order will be cut, wrapped, and waiting for pickup at 4402 13th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11219. Calling ahead is the fastest way to skip the line before Shabbos and holidays, when the store is busiest.
Can the butcher trim, cube, or grind meat for a specific recipe?
Yes. The counter can trim fat, cube meat for stew or cholent, cut flanken to the thickness you ask for, and grind beef fresh to order. Just bring your recipe amounts and tell the butcher how the meat will be cooked, and it will be prepared that way.
How long does fresh meat keep in the refrigerator?
Keep fresh meat in the coldest part of the refrigerator and plan to cook ground meat within a day or two and whole cuts like steaks, roasts, and chicken within a few days of buying. If your plans change, freeze the meat right away rather than leaving it in the fridge.
Can I freeze meat now for a holiday or simcha later?
Yes. Fresh meat from the counter freezes well — wrap it tightly, label it with the cut and date, and use it within a few months for the best quality. Thaw it slowly in the refrigerator overnight before cooking, and order holiday cuts early while selection is best.
What should I order ahead for Shabbos or a holiday?
Order ahead for the cuts that sell out first: brisket, flanken, chicken, and any special thickness or whole cuts your recipe needs. As a glatt kosher butcher in Brooklyn, Satmar Meats cuts everything to order, so ordering by midweek for Shabbos — and early for Yom Tov — gives the counter time to prepare exactly what you asked for.
What makes a kosher butcher shop in Brooklyn the best choice for my family?
Look for a busy counter that cuts to order, clear kosher supervision, and meat that turns over fast so nothing sits. At Satmar Meats, 4402 13th Avenue in Boro Park, the butchers cut beef, chicken, turkey, lamb and deli to order every day, and they match the cut to your recipe and headcount before you buy.
Do you sell kosher lamb, turkey and duck as well as beef and chicken?
Yes. Alongside beef and chicken, the counter carries turkey, lamb chops and roasts, and duck, plus ready-to-bake specialties and cold cuts. That means one visit to the kosher butcher shop covers a weeknight dinner, a Shabbos table, and a holiday menu without a second stop.
Can I buy ground beef that is ground fresh at the counter?
Yes. The counter grinds beef fresh to order, and it can also trim fat, cube meat for stew or cholent, and cut flanken to the thickness you ask for. Tell the butcher what you are cooking and how much you need, and the meat is prepared that way while you wait.
What should I tell the butcher when I place an order?
Tell the butcher the dish you are making, how many people you are feeding, and when you plan to cook it. With those three things, the counter can pick the right cut, the right amount, and the right trim, and can tell you honestly if a different cut would suit the recipe better.
Can one order cover butcher cuts, deli and prepared food together?
Yes. Butcher cuts, prepared foods and grocery items go in one cart, so a single order can cover the raw meat you want to cook yourself and the ready food for the same table. Order online for pickup at 4402 13th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11219, or for local delivery, or call (718) 438-8444.
Can I pick up a kosher butcher order on Friday before Shabbos?
Yes. Order during the week and pick up on Thursday or Friday, and your meat is cut, wrapped and waiting at 4402 13th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11219. The store is open Sunday through Friday and closed Saturday, and Friday hours vary, so call (718) 438-8444 to confirm Friday hours before you head over.
Do you sell meat cut for cholent?
Yes. The counter sells chulent meat and cuts it to your pot size, and cuts like flanken can be cut into cholent-sized pieces before they are wrapped. Tell the butcher how many people the pot needs to feed and he will size the meat to the beans and potatoes, so everything cooks together overnight.
What cut should I choose for a slow fall stew or braise?
Choose a cut with marbling and connective tissue, because those are the pieces that turn tender over a long, gentle cook: chuck cuts, second cut brisket, and flanken are the counter standards for stews and braises. Tell the butcher the dish and the cooking time you have, and the counter will match the cut to the pot, cubed if the recipe needs it.
Do you sell ready-to-bake items for busy weeknights?
Yes. Alongside the raw cuts, the counter carries ready-to-bake specialties that go from the case to the oven with no prep at home. They are the busy-week answer in the same trip as your butcher order: pick up the weeknight items together with your Shabbos cuts, and dinner is handled on the nights nobody has time to cook.
Can I ask for meat wrapped in meal-size portions for the freezer?
Yes. Because everything is cut to order, you can ask the counter to wrap your meat in the portion sizes your family cooks — one meal per package — before it is bagged. At home, label each package with the cut and the date and freeze it right away, then pull exactly one meal at a time and thaw it overnight in the refrigerator.
How should I carry raw meat and prepared food home in the same trip?
Keep them separate. Raw meat from the butcher counter should travel in its own bag, apart from prepared foods, salads, and challah, and it should go into the coldest part of the refrigerator as soon as you get home. The store packs butcher cuts and ready food so they can ride home together safely in one trip — just keep the bags apart in the fridge as well.
Can I order a whole turkey ahead for a holiday meal?
Yes. The counter carries turkey, and a whole bird for a holiday table should be ordered ahead — call (718) 438-8444 early in the week so the size you need is set aside. Holiday weeks sell out of the popular sizes first, and ordering ahead also lets the counter prep the bird the way your recipe needs.
Can the butcher debone or butterfly a cut for my recipe?
Yes. Cut to order means the butcher trims, cubes, grinds, debones, and portions meat for the recipe you describe. Tell the counter what you are cooking — a roast to butterfly, chicken to cut in eighths, beef to cube for stew — and the prep is done while you shop the rest of the store.
Do you sell kosher veal, and what is it used for?
Veal appears in the wider meat case alongside beef, chicken, turkey, lamb, and duck, and families use it for cutlets, roasts, and mixed grinds. Availability changes with what the counter receives, so call (718) 438-8444 and ask what veal is in, and the butcher will set the right piece aside for your order.
How do I order for a week of family dinners in one visit?
Bring the week's menus and the headcount. The counter will cut a roast for one night, cutlets for another, ground beef for a third, and ready-to-bake items for the busiest night, each wrapped in meal-size portions for the refrigerator or freezer. One visit, one order, and the week's meat is handled.
Can I ask the butcher to recommend a cut for a new recipe?
Yes — that is the advantage of a real counter. Describe the recipe, the cooking time, and how many you are feeding, and the butcher will recommend the cut and the amount, and cut it to the thickness the recipe needs. It is the same advice Boro Park families get at the counter every day.
Is there parking or an easy pickup option near the store?
The store is at 4402 13th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11219, in the heart of Boro Park's 13th Avenue shopping district. The easiest pickup is to order ahead online or by phone at (718) 438-8444, so the packed order is ready at the counter when you arrive instead of being cut while you wait.
Can I put a standing weekly order in with the butcher?
Regulars often order the same Shabbos basics week after week — the soup chicken, the roast, the ground beef — and the counter learns the order. Call (718) 438-8444, set out what your family buys weekly, and confirm each week's timing, especially before holidays when hours and demand change.
Can I ask for a steak cut extra thick for a special dinner?
Yes. Thickness is part of a cut-to-order order at this counter: tell the butcher how thick you want the steak and how you plan to cook it, and it is cut to that thickness while you wait or packed with a call-ahead order. That is the difference between a working butcher counter and a pre-packed tray.
Can I buy chicken and turkey in the same order as my beef?
Yes. The counter covers beef, chicken, and turkey together — whole birds, cutlets, thighs, and wings alongside the beef case — and lamb and duck round it out. One order, in person, by phone at (718) 438-8444, or online, can hold the whole week's meat across every department.
When is the counter quietest if I want time to talk through a recipe?
Generally earlier in the week. Thursday and Friday carry the Shabbos rush, and Friday closes early, so a weekday visit is when the counter has the most time to talk through a new recipe, a special cut, or a holiday order in detail. For a big conversation before a holiday or simcha, calling ahead helps too.
Can I have meat trimmed lean, or with more of the fat left on?
Yes. Trimming is part of the cut-to-order service here: a roast can be trimmed lean, or leave more of the fat on if that is how your recipe cooks. Say which way you want it when you order, in person or by phone, and the piece is prepared that way before it is wrapped.
Do you sell marrow bones and soup bones at the butcher counter?
Yes. The beef side of the counter lists the bones fall and winter cooking runs on: marrow bones in regular and large sizes, neck bones, soup bones, flanken bones, and knee bones. Add them to the same order as your roasts and ground beef, and the soup, the stock, and the cholent are all covered in one visit.
Which cuts sell out first before Shabbos and holidays?
The same ones every week: brisket, flanken, whole chickens, and whole turkeys head the list, along with any special thickness or whole cut a recipe needs. That is why the regular advice at this counter is to order those pieces during the week, by phone or online, and have them cut, wrapped, and set aside before the rush.
Get butcher-cut meat today in Boro Park
Cut fresh, cut to order, ready when you are.
Get butcher-cut meat today
Walk in, call (718) 438-8444, or order online for pickup or local delivery. Pickup is at 4402 13th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11219.
Planning Shabbos or a holiday?
Shabbos takeout and pre-packed Shabbos are ready every week. For events, catering plans quantities by headcount: (718) 438-8444.
Shop the whole counter
Browse the butcher departments — beef, chicken, turkey, lamb, duck, ready-to-bake and cold cuts — plus the deli department for the rest of the table.