**Ordered takeout during COVID pandemic
Layout/atmosphere *Neighborhood butcher/Italian pork store
Food/drink *Beef braciole - good *Cavatelli - OK *Cheese & parsley sausage - good *Chicken braciole - good *Chicken cutlets (fried & grilled) - good *Chicken francaise - no good *Chicken Kiev - good *Chicken marsala - good *Chicken meatballs - OK *Chicken parmigiana - good *Chicken patties - good *Chicken salad - good *Chicken sausage - good *Egg salad - OK *Fried chicken wings - good *Fried eggplant - no good *Fried ravioli - good *Honey Roasted Pork Loin - good *Hot sausage - good *Macaroni pie - good *Meat crescent ring (ham, pepperoni) - good *Mozzarella sticks - good *Octopus salad - good *Orecchiette pasta with broccoli rabe & sausage - OK *Pierogis - good *Pizza rustica - Good *Pork braciole with tomato sauce - good *Pork patties - good *Potato croquettes - good *Prosciutto bread - good *Ravioli - OK *Ravioli with vodka sauce - solid *Rice balls - good *Roasted chicken (quarter) - good *Skin braciole - Good *Stringbean & potato salad - good *Stuffed mushrooms - Good *Sweet sausage - OK *Three cheese baked macaroni - OK *Tri color tortellini - good *Tuna salad - good *The Joey D (grilled chicken, pepper jack cheese, cherry peppers & chipotle mayo) on roll - Good; very spicy *The Granite (imported prosciutto, Polly-O ricotta, arugula, balsamic glaze, Frank’s Calabrian Chili oil) on...
Read moreStepping into Landis Pork Store is like taking a trip back in time to when butchers knew their craft and treated each cut of meat with respect. The moment I walked in, the aroma of fresh meats and spices filled the air, setting the stage for a true culinary experience.
The staff at Landis Pork Store are experts in their field. They're not just friendly; they're also incredibly knowledgeable about their products, from the finest cuts of pork to the specialty sausages. I was impressed by how eager they were to share cooking tips and recommendations, making sure I would leave with exactly what I needed for my weekend barbecue.
What really sets Landis apart is the quality of their meats. I picked up some of their famous house-made sausages and a few cuts of pork chops. Each piece was beautifully marbled and expertly trimmed. The sausages were a hit at my barbecue, packed with flavor and perfectly seasoned.
Shopping at Landis Pork Store is more than just a trip to a butcher; it’s an assurance of quality and service that you can’t find just anywhere. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a casual cook, Landis makes you feel like part of the family with their personal touch and deep care for their craft. I’ll definitely be...
Read moreI’ve been going to this meat market for a while and have always had a good experience, but my most recent visit on Saturday, November 8th was truly disappointing. I purchased a whole chicken, and when the butcher offered to cut it up for me, I agreed without hesitation.
However, when I opened the package the next day, I was shocked at how poorly it had been butchered. The chicken was cut in a way that made it impossible to identify the parts; one wing was still attached to the breast and partially attached to the thigh, the other leg and thigh were stuck together, and there were bone splinters throughout. It was such a messy and unprofessional job that I couldn’t even use the chicken for the recipe I planned for dinner.
I regret not taking photos or videos to show the manager because this is not the level of quality I’m used to from this establishment. It was upsetting and very disappointing. Going forward, I’ll have to ask to see how my chicken is cut before it’s wrapped and I leave the store.
I hope this was just an isolated incident, but it definitely left a...
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