New Jersey's location between New York City and Philadelphia makes it a prime market for premium local food. The state's "Garden State" identity is backed by real agricultural production — several New Jersey farms now sell beef and pork direct to consumers — and the state's diverse communities support exceptional ethnic butcher shops alongside artisan shops.
Ethnic Meat Markets of New Jersey
New Jersey's diverse immigrant communities — Portuguese in Newark and the Ironbound, Hispanic in Union City and Elizabeth, Korean in Fort Lee, South Asian in Edison — have created an exceptional network of specialty butcher shops and meat markets. These shops offer cuts and preparations unavailable at chain stores. Browse all New Jersey butcher shops.
The Shore Communities
New Jersey's Shore towns have quality butcher shops serving a mix of year-round residents and summer visitors. Find New Jersey shore butcher shops.
Farm-Direct Beef in New Jersey
New Jersey's remaining farm belt — Salem, Burlington, and Hunterdon counties — has operations selling beef shares. Find beef share farms in New Jersey.