A tradition of excellence.

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Over the past 80 years we have seen a lot of changes, trends, fads and revolutions in the meat industry, but at Savenor's we have always had a simple and straightforward philosophy: find the best tasting meat, honor the animal and the craft by expertly butchering it, and provide the best customer service possible. As our owner Ron Savenor always says, "if it's not good enough to bring home to your mother, then it's not good enough to sell to our customers." We believe in forging long-lasting relationships with customers and working with them to provide top quality meats and advice on how to cook it. From famous customers such as Julia Child and Tony Maws, to aspiring chefs and novice first time cooks who have never roasted a chicken before, we are here to help, learn and collaborate.

Savenor's Cambridge Butcher Shop

At Savenor's Cambridge we are nose to tail whole animal butchers. This means we buy all of the animal and that every lamb rack we buy comes with shanks, a heart, a liver, a lot of fat. Butchers and Butcher's apprentices learn the craft of whole-animal and primal butchery. They also have a commitment to reducing waste and utilizing trim in creative ways. Their passion and creativity enable us to process pieces into beautiful creations including pate's, sausages, stocks, deli meats, bacon, and rendered fats. We believe that butchery is more than just slicing meat, but learning about how the animals are raised, slaughtered and broken down. Our full service approach means that we can get any cut that you can dream up.

* Please note that because our nose to tail approach is all about minimizing waste, it is best to call ahead to reserve specific cuts.

Savenor's Boston Butcher & Market

Our Boston store located on the historic Beacon Hill is more than a butcher shop. We have a fresh and full produce selection, local & imported cheese, and a large grocery selection. We are a one-stop market providing everything you need from the meat, eggs & dairy to the pasta and sauce for the perfect meal. While we do not currently have the space for whole animal butchery, we receive fresh cuts from our Cambridge butcher shop daily.

We can order any specific cut you need – please give us a call or speak with a butcher in store about what you're looking for!

Pasture-Raised New England Pork from Heritage Grazers

All of our pork is New England raised. We source Berkshire hogs from Heritage Grazers, in Bridport Vermont. These beautiful pigs are whey fattened with by-products from local cheesemakers and have lived their entire lives outside of crates. They are antibiotic-free and are never administered growth hormones. Alethea Bahnck, owner and farmer, was unable to routinely source non-GMO feed for her pig, so she began growing her own oats, wheat, peas, barley, and corn for feed on her farm. Her commitment to the quality of her product is evident in every bite.

* Available in Cambridge. For Boston, please call ahead for availability

New England Lamb from Superior Farms

We specialize in stocking Domestic Lamb, especially Colorado lamb from Superior Farms.

Superior is known for their high-quality, pasture grazed, and sustainable products. We appreciate their strong commitment to humanely-raised and handled animals, as well as their employee-owned business model. Lamb farming is a relatively small market in the United States and therefore can be a difficult item to find. We feel that that the flavor is preferable to imported lamb and love that the cuts are slightly larger than Australian or New Zealand breeds. If you haven't tried Domestic lamb, Superior Farms is a wonderfully flavored option to try!

Organic Air Chilled Chicken from Giannone and commonwealth pOULTRY CO.

The Gianonne chickens are a hubbard-ross variety from Quebec, Canada that are slightly smaller and sweeter than the average chicken. Air chilled processing eliminated the risk of salmonella and also allows the chicken to retain more of its natural juices. The result is a chicken that cooks with crispier skin. Those that have tasted the Giannone chicken swear by its superior taste, and we agree.

Our new 2021 partnership with Commonwealth Poultry in Gardiner, ME enables us to offer our customers organically-raised and humanely-handled chickens that are one of the best-tasting birds on the East Coast. Brought up by Mennonite families in PA (High Farm, Brubaker Farm, and Reigel Farm) and processed in New England, these chickens are raised by folks with the following values:

  • Produce the freshest, best-tasting poultry in the world: an artisan product, processed by hand

  • Empower the community by providing well-paying jobs to hard-working folks trying to make their lives better

  • Make it effortless and zero-risk for people to obtain incredible quality food

USDA Prime Beef

Our USDA certified Prime beef represents the highest graded beef on the market. USDA Prime is abundantly marbled and firm in texture. About 2% of all beef graded in the US is prime. Although the animal is not graded based on diet or standard of living, it is essential that cows eats a varied diet and are able to move around in order to achieve a high level of intermuscular marbling.

Dry Aged Beef

Our Dry Aged beef is aged for a minimum of 30 day in a temperature and humidity controlled environment. As the beef ages it develops a crust on the outside that allows the enzymes to breakdown the cell structure resulting in firmer and more flavorful beef. The longer the beef ages, the more it takes on a nutty and grassy flavor. Available in our Cambridge location. For Boston, please call ahead for availability.

A5 Japanese wagyu

We carry a limited amount of A5 Japanese Wagyu beef. The A5 Wagyu is the highest rated in marbling and flavor out of the Japanese Wagyu breed. Insanely tender and delicious, the beef is covered marbling and contains healthy fatty acids - best for special occasion, celebrations, or that weekend/weeknight treat when you need it! Please call the store to check on availability.

LOCAL AMERICAN WAGYU

Coming from Royalton Farms in VT, our full-blooded American Wagyu is ridiculously delicious. Like its Japanese cousin, the American Wagyu easily develops impressive marbling and flavor. At Royalton Farms, the cattle are given expansive pastures to roam and are provided great care by the family-owned operation.

Holiday Traditions

Local MA Turkey

Savenor's Turducken

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Available to order in November/December

Available to order in November/December