Chelsea Market, Manhattan · New York City
Dickson's Farmstand Meats
Farm-to-table butcher · ★ 4.5 (736 reviews)
Dickson's Farmstand Meats is a Chelsea Market butcher built on sourcing whole animals directly from local Northeast farms. The counter breaks them down into custom cuts, dry-aged beef, and house charcuterie, and turns the same meat into sandwiches at the market stall. It is a farm-to-table butcher that keeps its supply chain short and its cutting honest.
Known For
Local farm sourcingWhole-animal butcheryDry-aged beefHouse charcuterie
Services
- Custom cuts
- Charcuterie
- Sandwiches
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A Chelsea Market farm-to-table butcher — whole animals from Northeast farms, dry-aged and cut in-house.
FAQ
Shopping at a local butcher
How do I get custom cuts from a butcher?
Just ask. A good butcher will cut steaks to your thickness, trim and tie roasts, portion a whole chicken, or grind meat to order — usually while you wait. Tell them how you plan to cook it and they'll cut it to match.
Should I call ahead for special orders?
Yes, for anything large or specific — whole briskets, standing rib roasts, whole animals, holiday turkeys, or bulk quantities. A day or two of notice lets the shop set aside exactly what you need.
How should I store fresh meat from the butcher?
Keep it cold and use fresh cuts within a few days, or wrap tightly and freeze what you won't cook soon. Let steaks and roasts come toward room temperature before cooking, and always rest meat after it comes off the heat. A sturdy end-grain cutting board makes breaking down and portioning at home much easier.
Is buying from a local butcher worth it?
For quality, sourcing, and service, yes. You get fresher meat cut to order, honest advice, and often better value when you buy whole or in bulk — plus you're supporting an independent shop and a short, local supply chain.
