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[QUESTION] Where are we getting the best value steaks in the US? (self.cooking)
submitted 5 months ago by Thoven to c/cooking@lemmy.world
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There are lots of articles on the best value cuts to buy. What I want to know is, which store is bringing the best value for a given cut? I'm based out of the south, so I've got lots of great options. walmart, publix, sam's club, piggly wiggly, aldi. I know historically local butchers have been the place to get the deals. The butchers in my area seem quite expensive. I think they're bringing custom orders to the table more than best value on a standard cut. So, in your opinion, which stores offer the best price:quality? Is there a particular grade, label, certification, or anything like that to watch out for?

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[–] thesohoriots@lemmy.world 7 points 5 months ago (1 children)

I’ve heard good things about the US Foods Chef Store wholesale selection if you are willing to put in a little time looking at the beef.

[–] Thoven 3 points 5 months ago (2 children)

How wholesale are we talking? I love me some steaks, but I only have so much freezer space.

[–] altima_neo@lemmy.zip 1 points 5 months ago

You can buy the whole primal cut, usually.

[–] thesohoriots@lemmy.world 1 points 5 months ago (1 children)

You’re gonna want a second freezer lol

[–] Thoven 1 points 5 months ago

I already have one, they both fill up so fast. I don't really have the money or space for another.

[–] just_another_person@lemmy.world 5 points 5 months ago

Probably going to be Costco.

[–] deegeese@sopuli.xyz 4 points 5 months ago (1 children)

Not sure if butchers in your area do them, but a tri-tip is one of the best value:money steaks around.

They can be a little lean in lower grades, but Costco had prime tri tips the other day 😋

[–] Vandals_handle@lemmy.world 1 points 5 months ago

Tri tip coated with Santa Maria style dry rub, grilled with indirect heat until almost done and finished over the coals to char. Sides of Pinquito beans, corn on the cob, and grilled bread dipped in garlic butter.
I sometimes add California Sagebrush (Artemesia californica, aka Cowboy cologne, not a true Sage but I digress) to the rub and it adds a nice dimension to the flavor. Just a suggestion, can have just as a steak.

[–] Kit@lemmy.blahaj.zone 2 points 5 months ago

If you're buying small quantities, Aldi is probably your best bet.

[–] jordanlund@lemmy.world 0 points 5 months ago* (last edited 5 months ago) (1 children)

That's the thing... your local butcher may be more expensive, but the quality will be far, far higher.

For me, our local go-to choice is this:

https://gartnersmeats.com/

Pricing here:

https://gartnerscurbsidepickup.smartonlineorder.com/

Find a place that's family owned, and has been in business a long time. Yes, you'll pay more, but it's hard to go wrong with them.

[–] Thoven 3 points 5 months ago

It's definitely higher quality, I'm just not sure about paying $25 a steak at my current income level. I was hoping to find the point of diminishing returns. Most every product category you can get 85% quality at 50% cost by finding that line.