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Butcher Shops in Arkansas

Arkansas has 39 butcher shops listed on Butcher Bud across 33 cities and towns, led by Little Rock (3), Hot Springs (3) and North Little Rock (2). 39 have a rating on file. Browse by city below or open any listing for its full business page.

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Butcher Shops in Arkansas

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Tim’s Custom Meats, Inc.
Prescott, Arkansas
★★★★★5.0 (20 reviews)
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Calhoun meat processing
Jacksonville, Arkansas
★★★★★5.0 (16 reviews)
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Southern Custom Meats
Dexter, Arkansas
★★★★★5.0 (10 reviews)
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Me and McGee Market
North Little Rock, Arkansas
★★★★½4.9 (1315 reviews)
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Dimes Meat Market
Springdale, Arkansas
★★★★½4.9 (190 reviews)
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Ouachita Valley Meats
Arkadelphia, Arkansas
★★★★½4.9 (84 reviews)
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DAILY MEATS PROCESSING
Scranton, Arkansas
★★★★½4.9 (47 reviews)
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Flying C Ranch
Conway, Arkansas
★★★★½4.9 (21 reviews)
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Burch's Custom Butchering
Salem, Arkansas
★★★★½4.9 (11 reviews)
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Richard's Country Meat Market Inc
Fayetteville, Arkansas
★★★★½4.8 (278 reviews)
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Harpo's Das Butcher Haus & farm llc
Green Forest, Arkansas
★★★★½4.8 (160 reviews)
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Lagniappe Specialty Meats
Texarkana, Arkansas
★★★★½4.8 (153 reviews)
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Don's Country Butcher
Hot Springs, Arkansas
★★★★½4.8 (122 reviews)
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Jim's Meat Market
Bentonville, Arkansas
★★★★½4.8 (116 reviews)
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HAM Market
Little Rock, Arkansas
★★★★½4.8 (85 reviews)
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M & M Custom Butchering
Miami, Arkansas
★★★★½4.8 (78 reviews)
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5R Custom Meats
Mt Vernon, Arkansas
★★★★½4.8 (42 reviews)
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The Backwoods Butcher
Paragould, Arkansas
★★★★½4.8 (17 reviews)
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K Hall & Sons Produce
Little Rock, Arkansas
★★★★½4.7 (574 reviews)
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Weldon's Meat Market
Hot Springs, Arkansas
★★★★½4.7 (327 reviews)
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Butcher Boys Meat Market & Deli
Van Buren, Arkansas
★★★★½4.7 (158 reviews)
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The Butcher Block
Fort Smith, Arkansas
★★★★½4.7 (122 reviews)
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The Meat Shop
Mountain Home, Arkansas
★★★★½4.7 (87 reviews)
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Taylor’s Ranch & Meats Custom Meat Processing
Ozark, Arkansas
★★★★½4.7 (44 reviews)
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Decatur Meat Market & Produce
Decatur, Arkansas
★★★★½4.7 (42 reviews)
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Cypress Valley Meat Company- Custom Processing
Clinton, Arkansas
★★★★½4.7 (41 reviews)
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The Red Tie Meat Shop
Newport, Arkansas
★★★★½4.7 (33 reviews)
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Gullett’s Custom Cuts
Hattieville, Arkansas
★★★★½4.7 (15 reviews)
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Key's Family Butcher Shop
Van Buren, Arkansas
★★★★½4.6 (57 reviews)
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J & D Custom Meat Processing
Greenwood, Arkansas
★★★★½4.6 (40 reviews)
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Mountain View Custom Butcher
Mountain View, Arkansas
★★★★½4.6 (27 reviews)
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Hoggs Meat Market
North Little Rock, Arkansas
★★★★½4.5 (461 reviews)
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Taylor's Custom Butcher Shop
Cave City, Arkansas
★★★★½4.5 (59 reviews)
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The Butcher Shop
Little Rock, Arkansas
★★★★☆4.4 (1323 reviews)
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Floyd's Meat and Seafood
Sherwood, Arkansas
★★★★☆4.4 (141 reviews)
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Rice Custom Meat Processing
Rudy, Arkansas
★★★★☆4.4 (107 reviews)
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Griffith's Custom Butchering
Hot Springs, Arkansas
★★★★☆4.4 (42 reviews)
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Ozark Custom Butchering
West Fork, Arkansas
★★★★☆4.4 (26 reviews)
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Butcher Block
West Helena, Arkansas
★★★★☆4.1 (35 reviews)

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Butcher Shops in Arkansas - Local Guide

A great butcher shop is one of the most valuable resources a home cook or restaurant can have. Unlike supermarket meat counters, independent butchers offer custom cuts, specialty items, dry-aged options, and the kind of expertise that can transform an ordinary meal into something exceptional.

Arkansas has a strong tradition of self-sufficient rural living. The state has a healthy network of small family farms, custom butchers, and locker plants that serve both farmers and consumers who want farm-direct beef, pork, and chicken.

How to Choose a Butcher Shop in Arkansas

  • Ask where the meat is sourced. A good butcher should be able to name the farm, region, or at minimum the distributor.
  • Look for dry-aging capabilities. Dry-aged beef has a depth of flavor you cannot get from wet-aged supermarket beef.
  • Ask about whole-animal or half-animal purchases. Buying in bulk from a butcher is often significantly more economical.
  • Inquire about custom cuts. A skilled butcher can cut meat to your exact specifications.
  • Check for specialty items like house-made sausage, marinated cuts, and smoked meats.

How Do You Get the Most from Butcher Shops in Arkansas?

When visiting a butcher shop for the first time, come with questions. Ask about the source of the beef, whether they offer grass-fed or grain-finished options, and what their most popular cuts are. Many butchers also offer custom charcuterie, fresh sausage, and marinated specialty items that you won't find anywhere else.

When Is the Best Season for Butcher Shops in Arkansas?

Spring is a great time to stock up on whole lambs and spring pigs. Summer means grilling season - ask your butcher about custom burger blends. Fall and winter are prime time for braises - short ribs, osso buco, and oxtail. Holiday season is peak time for prime rib and whole tenderloins - order well in advance.

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COMMON QUESTIONS

FAQ: Butcher Shops in Arkansas

How many butcher shops are in Arkansas?
Butcher Bud lists 39 butcher shops in Arkansas across 33 cities and towns. 39 of them have a rating on file, averaging 4.7 stars. The cities with the most listed are Little Rock (3), Hot Springs (3), North Little Rock (2), Van Buren (2) and Fayetteville (1).
Which cities in Arkansas have the most butcher shops?
The Arkansas cities with the most butcher shops on Butcher Bud are Little Rock (3), Hot Springs (3), North Little Rock (2), Van Buren (2), Fayetteville (1) and Mountain Home (1). In total, butcher shops are listed in 33 Arkansas cities and towns, each with its own page in the Browse by City section above.
What are the highest rated butcher shops in Arkansas?
Among the butcher shops listed in Arkansas, the highest rated on file are Tim’s Custom Meats, Inc. in Prescott (5.0 stars from 20 reviews), Calhoun meat processing in Jacksonville (5.0 stars from 16 reviews) and Southern Custom Meats in Dexter (5.0 stars from 10 reviews).
What should I look for in a butcher shop in Arkansas?
Ask where the meat is sourced. A good butcher should be able to name the farm, region, or at minimum the distributor. Look for dry-aging capabilities. Dry-aged beef has a depth of flavor you cannot get from wet-aged supermarket beef. Ask about whole-animal or half-animal purchases. Buying in bulk from a butcher is often significantly more economical.
What is the best time of year to buy from butcher shops in Arkansas?
Spring is a great time to stock up on whole lambs and spring pigs. Summer means grilling season - ask your butcher about custom burger blends. Fall and winter are prime time for braises - short ribs, osso buco, and oxtail. Holiday season is peak time for prime rib and whole tenderloins - order well in advance.
How do I add my butcher shop to Butcher Bud?
Submit a free listing at butcherbud.com/submit-listing. Free submissions go live automatically when they pass basic checks: a real business name, a recognized meat or farm category, a valid contact email and a state. Submissions that miss a check are held for a person to review first. Paid Premium and Featured plans place a listing above free listings on city and state pages like this one.