WHERES THE BEEF?!!! and the chicken...and the seafood...and the pork....the list goes on and on. When I saw the sign go up initially I was super excited to see what this shop was going to bring. As most of you know in Vegas butcher shops are few and far between. Most of us do the grocery shopping thang and wrap it up in one trip. Here is your reason to make the extra stop....
Walking in the place was rather small but there were other customers in there. There were two guys working-one working the counter and the butcher in the back. They had anything you could think of for meat. Seriously stuff I have never heard of. The display was set up nicely. They had several styles of rubs that you could purchase along with different kind sauces. They did have a small deli section with Boars Head meats and cheeses. I am a Boars Head snob. It is simply the best. Nothing compares to it. Quality here is key.
I looked around and immediately noticed marinated carne asada. I am a big fan of the carne asada at Cardenas so I was anxious to try their version. (Cardenas is way out of my way). Instead of the carne we opted for the chicken asada $5 lb - I thought that was a great price. The marinade was a spicy version which is always a plus. I asked if they carried the rub they used and he said it was their special recipe. I ordered some skewered herb and garlic shrimp that were $4 each, some lobster-crab stuffed mushrooms $1.00 each and bacon wrapped cheese stuffed jalepenos $1.50 each. They might be high in price for some things but I thought it was pretty reasonable for quality with an educated conversation and recommendation. The guy at the counter was super helpful and so easy and nice to speak with. I mentioned that his place was just on ROTD from my buddy Rachel B. two days ago and he was pleasantly surprised.
So what it all comes down to is how they turned out cooked. Right? Everything was amazing. The chicken was so delicious with an obvious spicy kick. The "secret" marinade held onto the chicken giving it a flavorful taste. The chicken was even great left over. The shrimp was ok-a little on the bland side but needed a little salt. The jalepenos were ok. I wasn't sure how to cook them so I'm sure it was my fault. A lot of the cheese oozed out. I will definitely ask next time. The mushrooms the BF loved and they sure looked great. (I didn't have any-not a mushroom girl)
There are so many things I want to try here. I will definitely be back this weekend for another potential grillin adventure. Next time I will spend more time asking questions on how to cook, whats better, and see what he says for recommendations. I see some good steak in my future!!!! ;)