Business Details
Award-Winning Meat Market & Catering in Milwaukee
Bunzel's Old Fashion Meat Market & Catering is a family-owned business with four generations of expertise in providing high-quality meats and catering services. Since our founding, we have prioritized sourcing the finest beef from Wisconsin's top cattle farms, ensuring all-natural, antibiotic-free products free from artificial additives. Our commitment to excellence extends to our custom butchering services, where nine skilled butchers tailor cuts to meet individual customer preferences. We specialize in award-winning beef jerky and homemade specialty sausages, combining traditional methods with modern quality standards. Our catering division offers comprehensive solutions for events ranging from intimate gatherings to large-scale celebrations, emphasizing fresh ingredients and seamless service.With a focus on community and customer satisfaction, we maintain the charm of a traditional meat market while adapting to contemporary needs. Our dedication to transparency and ethical sourcing has established us as a trusted provider in Milwaukee's food industry. Through decades of operation, we have refined our processes to guarantee consistency in flavor and quality across all products. Our team's deep understanding of meat grading and preparation ensures customers receive premium cuts every visit. By integrating USDA Prime and Choice Certified Angus Beef into our offerings, we uphold rigorous standards that distinguish us in the market.
Services
Fresh Meats
Catering Services
Deli Counter
Bakery Products
Frozen Entrees
Grocery Items
Wild Game Processing
Smoked Meats
Poultry
Beef Jerky
Highlights and features
- Family-owned for four generations with unmatched meat expertise
- Hand-selected Wisconsin-raised USDA Prime and Choice beef
- Custom butchering with nine expert butchers on staff
- Award-winning beef jerky and specialty sausage production
- Full-service catering for weddings, corporate events, and memorials
What people say
Unmatched meat quality
Expert butchers
Amazing jerky
Excellent catering
Friendly service
Services
Fresh Meats
Our fresh meat department features USDA Prime and Choice Certified Angus Beef, all-natural pork, and hormone-free poultry. We offer custom cutting services with nine professional butchers available to meet specific thickness and preparation requests. Every cut comes from Midwest-raised livestock selected for superior marbling and flavor.
Catering Services
We provide full-service catering for weddings, corporate events, and family gatherings. Our menus feature fresh meats, homemade sides, and specialty dishes prepared daily. Services include menu customization, on-site coordination, and delivery with options for formal buffets or casual backyard celebrations.
Specialty Sausages
Our in-house sausage production facility creates over 20 varieties of smoked and fresh sausages. Using traditional recipes and natural casings, we combine premium meats with signature spice blends. Available for retail purchase or bulk orders, these sausages are a Milwaukee favorite for grilling and cooking.
Beef Jerky
Award-winning beef jerky made from lean cuts of all-natural beef. We use a proprietary marinade and slow-drying process to create tender, flavorful jerky in multiple varieties. Available in original, teriyaki, and peppered styles, our jerky makes excellent gifts or snacks.
Wild Game Processing
Professional processing services for deer, elk, and other wild game. Our USDA-inspected facility handles aging, cutting, and packaging with options for custom processing requests. We maintain strict quality controls to ensure safe, properly handled game meat for hunters.
Questions
What types of meats do you offer?
We carry USDA Prime and Choice Certified Angus Beef, all-natural pork, hormone-free poultry, and specialty game meats. Our selection includes fresh cuts, smoked varieties, and processed options.
Do you provide catering services?
Yes, we offer full-service catering for weddings, corporate events, and family gatherings with customized menus featuring our premium meats and homemade sides.
Can you special order specific meat cuts?
Our butchers provide custom cutting services to meet specific thickness, size, and preparation requirements for all meat purchases.
Are your products locally sourced?
We prioritize Wisconsin-raised livestock and local suppliers whenever possible to ensure freshness and support regional farmers.
Do you sell gift items?
Our award-winning beef jerky and specialty sausages make excellent gifts, available in multiple packaging options for holidays and special occasions.
What are your holiday hours?
We're closed on major holidays including New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
Reviews (7)
Stephen Burke
Jun 07, 2021
Report
Quick turnaround higher priced then others in the area. People were very helpful and were pleasant to speak with.
Daniel Hanold
Apr 12, 2021
Report
Dropped off my doe on Monday for processing and picked it up on Wednesday the same week. Had jalapeno cheddar snack sticks made which were vacuum sealed & freezer wrapped.
Tony Muzia
Dec 28, 2019
Report
I called Bunzels around 2 PM on sunday during opening weekend and was told that they would be open until 6PM for deer drop off and I said I would be stopping by to drop my deer off shortly. The person I spoke with on the phone said "See ya then!". When I arrived at 4PM the shop was closed. I understand that it was probably slow and they decided to close down but they should have called me back and updated me.
Paul Becker
Jul 30, 2019
Report
I live in SE Milwaukee and driving up to Sheboygan for sausage and stix and waiting 4 months was getting old. Bunzel's has the best tasting sausage, turnaround was just a few weeks and the reputation speaks for itself. Bunzel's is my new go-to for venison processing. They use 50% pork which is high and that drives up the price - but my group does all the butchering so bringing trimmings in for sausage is worth their expertise. Even people who don't like venison sausage like Bunzel's sausage.
Matt Minga
Mar 13, 2019
Report
Great place for processing. Friendly and fast. Some of the best sausages out there. I don't go anywhere else at this point.
Barbara S.
Feb 17, 2019
Report
I ordered Bunzel's Catering - The Classic Cold Buffet - for my husband's 80th Birthday Party. I had it delivered and they were right on time. There was plenty of food and I received so many compliments. They even supply the paper plates, cups and utensils. I needed to supply nothing else. I highly recommend them and will definitely use them again.
Kalib H.
Jun 13, 2017
Report
I've been hunting for 16 years. I had been taking my deer to Pernats, River Edge, etc. They were all good.but Bunzels is AMAZING. The jalapeno cheddar brats have more cheese than the competitors, the landjaeger and hotsticks are a meal in themselves (bigger, and great flavor) and the turn around time (1.5 weeks for 38lbs of trim I bought in) was impressive! Vinny was very friendly, and they have a new life long committed customer.
