There was a time when butcher shops weren’t exactly sexy—it was more about buying meat than, you know, living a “lifestyle.” New-school butcher shops started a few years ago, with an emphasis on sustainably-raised meat and a burgeoning hipster clientele. Recently they’ve expanded their vision even more, opening top-notch restaurants to put all that quality meat to work. Here’s how you’ll know if you landed in one.
It’s not just a butcher shop! It’s a buzzy restaurant, too.
Merch featuring knives and/or pigs.
Hanging meats that aren’t just for show.
After-hours butchery classes.
So much subway tile.
Leaf lard, duck fat, and lots of offal for sale.
“Would you like to buy a tallow candle?”
Check out: Dai Due in Austin; Porcellino’s in Memphis; and Kensington Quarters in Philadelphia