Iowa Meat Farms

Category: Butcher shop in San Diego, California

Address: 6041 Mission Gorge Rd, San Diego, CA 92120, USA

Phone: +16192815766

Opening hours

Sunday: 10AM–6PM

Monday: 9AM–6PM

Tuesday: 9AM–6PM

Wednesday: 9AM–6PM

Thursday: 9AM–6PM

Friday: 9AM–6PM

Saturday: 9AM–6PM

Reviews

William Asman

May 22, 2022

Great experience with helpful, friendly staff. Everything looks delicious. They've got Mcconnell's Fine Ice Creams, I got Eureka Lemon and Marionberries. For steak I bought choice new york and delmonico, I'll update with pictures after I cook them up to an internal temperature of 135°F.

Annette Davis

Apr 27, 2022

Lovely store. Excellent service. Service animal friendly 🐕‍🦺. Butcher shop inside with amazing quality and selection of beef and other meats. There's always someone to help you so you're not in line forever if at all. The soda selection is also pretty nice. I have gone back and would recommend it to friends and family.

Angelo Trejo

Jul 17, 2021

After reading a few of the negative comments, I thought about my experiences there. Not once was anybody rude to me and any questions I had they were knowledgeable. And yes, I’m knowledgeable as well. However, everyone has a bad day so I can see it happening. A bit pricey but if you know how to cook, you’ll get your money’s worth. If you understand the difference in quality meats, this is the place. If you don’t care or do not understand, do not bother. Take your time and learn. Overall, 5/5. Their salsas were fantastic as well. Attached are the Delmonico Steaks and Short Ribs I purchased from there. Hands down the best steaks I have ever made and had. I made a lasagna with the short ribs is they just fell apart after a low simmer for 3 hours in the sauce. Fantastic!

Philip Duncan

Mar 31, 2021

Smokin Joes BBQ on the weekends was awesome! I was able to impress the father-in-law! As for the store itself, Iowa Meat Farms and it's sister store Seisels are they best meat markets in town. Their Prime Rib makes me look like a superstar when I bring it to a family holiday. All the meat the provide is top shelf. In addition to their solid meat selection they have massive amounts of uniques hot sauces, pasta sauces, BBQ sauces and the likes. I was even able to buy some hard to find drinks like bubble-up.

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Questions & Answers

Are there organic meats here? I'm mostly interested in grass-fed beef and any sort of pork. Thanks.

Derrick Claar | Aug 27, 2020
Workin For a Livin | Aug 27, 2020

Derrick, if you like to bbq or smoke this place is worth a visit. They have a bunch of meats that you can't get anywhere else in San Diego. They have fresh fish and poultry choices too.

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Does this shop have turkey bones with which to make soup or do the make gravies?

madnohten | Aug 28, 2018
Joy Gao | Aug 28, 2018

I have seen chicken bones and beef and pork bones in their freezer section. I have not looked close enough to know if there are turkey bones.

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Do you usually have veal shanks that I would be using for making Ossobuco?

Elliot Botten | Aug 27, 2021
Brandon Fisher | Aug 27, 2021

Not me personally. Lol! However I wouldn't be surprised. I have a venison sausage there. Call ahead. If they don't I'm sure they can locate it

This place sale Deer meat?

chharlora kim | Aug 27, 2021
Scott Rammel | Aug 27, 2021

Ground venison yes, sometimes other pieces, always in the frozen section

do you carry ham hocks for a navy bean soup?

JC KOHL | Aug 27, 2020
R P | Aug 27, 2020

Yup. You can get hamhock here. Just ask any of the butchers. They might not have it on display.

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Do you have Buffalo meat?

Gerry Bungay | Aug 27, 2020
LYNNE PATRICIA MINOR | Aug 27, 2020

Yes. They carry game & many types of protein that are hard to source.

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Do you sell smoked turkey legs??

Tyrell Puryear | Aug 28, 2018
Anthony Reever (Vindicated Soul) | Aug 28, 2018

Yes they do. They are not always in stock, but as of the 3rd of July they had them in the back freezer.

Is it possible to order a corned beef brisket? Thank you.

candy copp | Aug 28, 2018
Joy Gao | Aug 28, 2018

I understand that in march you can place an order for corned beef. I was there to buy short ribs tgat day and person next to me bought some from a order they placed earlier.vUnknown if u can get corned beef at another time as i have never purchased any before.

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Can I buy elk and venison in the store or do I have to order it?

Keenan Barlow | Aug 28, 2018
Ben Stiefel | Aug 28, 2018

They have frozen cuts of both always. I don't think they'll carry fresh cuts of either, but you can call and ask for an order, they'll tell you if they can do it.

DO THEY CARRY OSTRICH MEAT

Richard Mckinzie | Aug 28, 2018
Ben Stiefel | Aug 28, 2018

Sometimes, and if so, only frozen. Call ahead and they'll look in the freezer and tell you

You Deliver?? And do you have pork belly??

Jesus Amezcua | Aug 13, 2022
Anthony Reever (Vindicated Soul) | Aug 20, 2022

They deliver through Instacart and they do have pork belly.

Do they accept EBT?

Storm Rose | Jul 28, 2022
Will McNeal | Jul 28, 2022

I do recall seeing a sign at the register, stating they do not take EBT. You may want to call and make sure.

do they sell guanciale?

Clinton Kisner | Jul 28, 2022
David Biscan | Jul 28, 2022

You can always call them and ask

Do they sell guanciale?

Jason Ross | Mar 30, 2022
Jason Ross | Mar 30, 2022

Cured pork jowl.

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Do you carry quail eggs or trout? Also is there bison and rabbit meat available?

abookish_scholar | Nov 30, 2021
Anthony Reever (Vindicated Soul) | Nov 30, 2021

No quail eggs, trout, or rabbit meat. They have frozen bison in the freezers in back.

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Do they sell deer dogs?

flash kellish | Oct 1, 2021
Anthony Wilson | Oct 1, 2021

Yes

Do you have venison hotdogs?

flash kellish | Oct 1, 2021
Anthony Wilson | Oct 1, 2021

I know they have venison and venison sausage....not sure about hot dogs

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Do they have pickled eggs or sausage?

Pernesha Stevens | Aug 27, 2021
Ace Ventura | Aug 27, 2021

Yes they do. All types as well. Pickled eggs, pickled quail eggs, etc etc. Also, they have good sausage and prepared a few different ways as well.

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Do Iowa Meat Farms accept ebt card

Roberto delatorre | Aug 27, 2021
Lenette M | Aug 27, 2021

Yes

Do They Sell Frog Legs Here?

Luis Martinez | Aug 27, 2021
M Simmons | Aug 27, 2021

Yep!

What are the Covid safety practices like here?

Anonymous | Aug 27, 2022
Ron Alonzo | Aug 27, 2021

They practice safe distancing and only let in so many people on there busiest days.... I feel very safe there when i shop..

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Do you carry Lebanon Bologna? Do you carry Scrapple?

Randy Mclaughlin | Aug 27, 2021
Kermit Roy | Aug 27, 2021

Not sure about the bologna but they do have scrapple

Does Iowa Farms sell already cooked meats?

don Scott | Aug 27, 2021
Iowa Meat Farms | Aug 27, 2021

All we have is Smokin' Joe on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. He B.B.Q's all types of meat from Rib's Pulled Pork and Chicken.

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Is there a large selection of organic, antibiotic free, humanely raised meats? Looking for this but no one says anything about it.

Emily Wallace | Aug 27, 2021
D Brunette | Aug 27, 2021

Not sure, I would give them a call

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Do you have Keilbasa sausage?

Elana Zilberg | Aug 27, 2021
Iowa Meat Farms | Aug 27, 2021

Hello, We usually do have the Thumann's brand kielbasa but unfortunately we are currently out and will get more in next week.

Does this meat market carry pork fat back

Mrz Pate | Aug 27, 2021
Key Roberts | Aug 27, 2021

Yes call and ask first

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Do you have gift cards for your store?

Maria Thomas | Aug 27, 2021
Key Roberts | Aug 27, 2021

Yes

Do they sell pork shanks?

Edwin Ramos | Aug 27, 2021
Chuck Lawrence | Aug 27, 2021

Not sure what that is but thats the place to get it

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Do they have Japanese braised pork belly? Chashu?

John Lee | Aug 27, 2020
Edelmira Diaz | Aug 27, 2020

They had pork belly when I was there. But you have to braise it nad make it Japanese style. There are a few marinated meats but most of the stuff is raw or frozen and you have to prepare it.

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Do you carry authentic, New Orleans andouille sausage?

A Google User | Aug 27, 2020
joseph verdugo | Aug 27, 2020

I don't think they do. But they have great Italian sausage

I am lactose free no dairy person I buy the lean hamburger. (96/4)To prepare the meat I spend an average about one hour picking out the fat. Any ideas about what I can do to save some time in the preparation of my meal or ? st

A Google User | Aug 27, 2020
Kerry Chandler | Aug 27, 2020

Your best bet for lean ground beef... Ask the butcher for a nice lean cut of beef (roast) and have them grind it for you. That way you know it's just one cut of lean beef. I like to grind my own beef. I know what's in it and I can season it with fresh herb at the same time!

Do you carry turkey liver?

Lynne Wilkins | Aug 27, 2020
Peter Sydoriak | Aug 27, 2020

Call them directly.

Do you carry crocodile meat?

Keyla Lira | Aug 27, 2020
Peter Caron | Aug 27, 2020

I have bought alligator meat in the past.

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Do you sell pork bellies?

Michael Doering | Aug 27, 2020
Peter Sydoriak | Aug 27, 2020

I believe so, in the freezer.

Do they sell meat for stuffing A large thin sliced cut for rolling

Jose Torres | Aug 27, 2020
Peter Sydoriak | Aug 27, 2020

Yes, they will custom cut for you. Wonderful place to go to!

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Does this shop have turkey chops?

ShinitaMichelle Nobles | Aug 27, 2020
Workin For a Livin | Aug 27, 2020

They either have them or can cut them for you. Contact them directly for details.

Do they take credit card?

Kristin Long | Aug 27, 2020
John Lee | Aug 27, 2020

Yes

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do you carry pigs tails

david horan | Aug 27, 2020
Peter Sydoriak | Aug 27, 2020

Call them directly

Do they sell spatchcocked turkeys?

Jen S | Aug 27, 2020
LYNNE PATRICIA MINOR | Aug 27, 2020

If they don't have it already done, they will do it for you.

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do they sell cow brain here?

LA Pangan | Aug 27, 2020
Scott Stansfield | Aug 27, 2020

I'm not sure but you could certainly call them and ask them if they do.

Are Oxtails available?

Diamond Smart | Aug 27, 2020
LYNNE PATRICIA MINOR | Aug 27, 2020

I would give them a quick call; however, they carry so many premium and gourmet meats, fish and poultry, that I would think oxtails are a part of their offerings. The store is packed with the very best ingredients for creating delicious meals.

Are they open on labor day and what hours?

Mel Rosario | Aug 27, 2020
A. S. | Aug 27, 2020

You might want to call and make sure

Do they sell scrapple here?

Dwayne Price | Aug 28, 2019
Mark Olesen (kirKauai) | Aug 28, 2019

Not positive but I would bet either Iowa Meat Farms or Siesel's Meats has some. https://www.bestmeatssandiego.com/siesels-deli/

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Do you have casing for sausage

Waldim Garibaldi | Aug 28, 2019
SoCal Steve | Aug 28, 2019

Call the store to make sure they are in stock

Do they sell horse meat here ? Extremely important question!

Rocket Denney | Aug 28, 2019
R P | Aug 28, 2019

Nope

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Do you sell duck and if so what is the average price per pound?

Eileen Heveron | Aug 28, 2019
Zachary Good | Aug 28, 2019

It's usually in the frozen section, breasts and legs. No whole or fresh duck that I've seen.

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Can this shop separate and trim down a brisket flat and burnt ends?

Steven Walker | Aug 28, 2019
SoCal Steve | Aug 28, 2019

They can trim it/ cut it any way you want.

Does this business have "black" or blood sausage? I've been looking but so far found only a couple of restaurants serving it.

Belinda Lopez | Aug 28, 2019
Peter Caron | Aug 28, 2019

I don't remember seeing it there but wasn't looking for it either. I would suggest calling them.

Do they have deer meat

Daniela Bracey | Aug 28, 2019
SoCal Steve | Aug 28, 2019

Call ahead to make sure they have it in stock, but they usually have some.

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Do they carry dry aged steaks?

Anthony Bowles | Aug 28, 2019
John G | Aug 28, 2019

Yes, the pricing is inline for a quality cut of meat

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Do they sell pork belly and suckling pig?

frank petrelli | Aug 28, 2019
Beverly | Aug 28, 2019

Yes as to pork belly and not sure as to suckling pig

Do they ship locally?

frank petrelli | Aug 28, 2019
Ravi Bajaj | Aug 28, 2019

Not sure if they ship, but might be able to use Postmates for a delivery

Do you feature grass fed. meats?

Nancy Johnson | Aug 28, 2019
Commander Necroth | Aug 28, 2019

They do have grass fed meats. I just bought 2 new York strip steaks and that cow was grass fed.

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do they have wagyu meat?

Sue Gombio | Aug 28, 2019
David Hoffman | Aug 28, 2019

Yes

How many rib prime rib roast is needed for 10 people?

Greg Commentz | Aug 28, 2019
LYNNE PATRICIA MINOR | Aug 28, 2019

A 5-rib (11to 13 lbs) should serve 12 people.

Do they have city chicken?

hdfan P. | Aug 28, 2019
Mark Olesen (kirKauai) | Aug 28, 2019

They have different kebabs with & without marinades. If they don't have it they will get it or make it.

Price of prime rib at the Iowa meat co?

James Birren | Aug 28, 2019
James Snook | Aug 28, 2019

Their USDA prime rib roast is $19.99/lb last I checked

Can we get a whole pig ready to roast, or already roasted?

Chris Veres | Aug 28, 2019
Ben Stiefel | Aug 28, 2019

They don't roast them for you, that I've seen. You could call them and ask though

Do you guys have raw goat milk, clean dairy and eggs (pastured)?

skybison_777 | Aug 28, 2018
Troy Dante | Aug 28, 2018

It's a meat market. It specializes in raw meat. They probably have raw goat meat.

Do they carry organic steaks?

Pat Hubbell | Aug 28, 2018
Samantha Bielman | Aug 28, 2018

Oh yes...great quality too

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Do they have head cheese ?

Allen Mauer | Aug 28, 2018
JM Stumpfel | Aug 28, 2018

I don't know if they have it all the time. Call them up and see if they have it on hand.

Does this shop sell German ring balogna?

Anna Nilsson | Aug 28, 2018
Anna Nilsson | Aug 28, 2018

Many thanks!

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Does this place carry Top Round Beef? Because Im going to make some beef jerky and I need to see if the butcher can cut it into thin slices.

Robert Mooney | Aug 28, 2018
Steve Renne | Aug 28, 2018

Probably, but it's best to call them to be sure.

Do they sell goat meat and beef tripe there?

Merasha Alfred-Stephen | Aug 28, 2018
Steve Renne | Aug 28, 2018

They have a great variety of protein but best to call ...... To be sure.

Do they have goat meat?

shilpa singh | Aug 28, 2018
Kermit Roy | Aug 28, 2018

If they don't have it on hand, they will get it for you.

Does this butcher sell organ meats?

Christina Perez | Aug 28, 2018
Samantha Bielman | Aug 28, 2018

Yes!

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Do they have beef tomahawk steaks?

Rochel Diaz | Aug 28, 2018
Saunie H. | Aug 28, 2018

I saw them earlier this month, but always call to verify.

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Do they sell beef and pork cheeks?

Scott Huntley | Aug 28, 2018
Anthony Reever (Vindicated Soul) | Aug 28, 2018

Yes they do, but they are not available all the time so calling ahead would be better.

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Do they sell deer meat

Starline Briggs | Aug 28, 2018
Saunie H. | Aug 28, 2018

Yes. Call ahead to make sure they carry the cut you wsnt.

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Does this place carry beef bacon?

Nanci J Flier-Todd Williams | Aug 28, 2018
Paul | Aug 28, 2018

Not sure. But call them and find out. They are very friendly and tall.

Do you have beef tripe and chicken feet here

Ruth Ntui | Aug 28, 2018
Susan Winer | Aug 28, 2018

I've seen tripe here. Not sure about the chicken feet — might try an Asian market for those. There's also a fresh poultry place on University that's worth a shot.

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Do they sell turkey legs here?

Robin Morrison | Aug 28, 2018
Sarbajit Chakraborty | Aug 28, 2018

Unsure

Do they carry corned beef

michelle moore | Aug 28, 2018
Lia DiRico | Aug 28, 2018

I'm not positive but give them a call they are always so nice and helpful over the phone

Do you have a hog maw, the pig stomach uncooked used as a cooking vessel?

Chrisy B | Aug 28, 2018
Lia DiRico | Aug 28, 2018

I'm sorry I do not know the answer to this. I would give them a call, they are always helpful over the phone.

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