Grundhofer’s Old Fashion Meats

Love the variety and found myself here after trying Von Hansens first. Was looking for some garlic brats and VH did not carry any, but Grundhofers had it as a selection, but were unfortunately out. Enter Costco. They carry garlic brats. This store was great with all the variety- can't wait to try some of the other options. Purchased some meat sticks and what was left of their jerky selection. Can't complain about not having any variety as there is plenty to choose from.

5 freezer cases of brats. I got the beer and the cheddar. It's a given how good they are. I got the frozen meatloaf too. It's delicious but a super firm brick consistency. So this made it amazing for an old fashioned white bread and mayo meatloaf sandwich. I was surprised they didn't have lunch meat, but they had everything else. I loved the standard picnic sides, macaroni and potato salad. The pasta salad was notable since it had a lot of Italian dressing and loaded with black olives, which made it better than most. It was a little overwhelming for a first timer, so next trip I'll load up more on steaks and other brats. It makes a drive on 61 North even better.

Labor Day weekend the men of BBQ and I had the honor of my first visit to Grundhofer 's. I heard about this local butcher through my extended family and on several podcasts that extolled their quality and excellence in the meat world. Upon entry it has the feel of a quaint old fashioned butcher. You are greeted by specials and some of their notorious items like the rookie burgers. For a state with good burgers this patty can compete with the best and you eat at home! My mission was tri tip a cut of beef most Midwesterners don 't know and as a west coast transplant I miss. It 's fresh here and comes seasoned and unseasoned. Excellent seafood, beef, chicken and varieties of sausages for all ta...