Posted in Cleveland February 03, 2020 by

Raddell’s, A Tiny Butcher Shop In Cleveland, Serves A Sausage Sandwich To Die For

From the outside, Cleveland area mom and pop shops tend to be modest. Inside, however, you’ll find a dose of old school attitude and quality products to match. While this typically applies to quaint diners and modest gift shops, you’ll find that same old fashioned approach to customer service at the best butcher shop in Cleveland. Plus, they have a small but mighty menu that’ll make for an effortless lunch. Check it out:

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In 1979, a Collinwood area institution opened its doors.
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Raddell's Sausage Shop is a local favorite, and it's no secret why. This modest butcher shop has served locals for generations, and their dedication to quality ingredients and old-fashioned preparation makes their food nearly irresistible.
For four generations, this local shop has been serving up classic European-style meats... and locals can't get enough.
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Slovenian Smoked Sausage is their specialty, but visitors will also find Hungarian, Polish, and Andouille sausages.
Its founder brought family recipes to the U.S. from Slovenia, and the preparation technique has changed very little (if at all) over the years.
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For example, Raddell's has been using the same quality meat grinder for decades. They produce over 1,000 pounds of sausages each week, all made the old fashioned way!
While people come from all over to grab some smokies and sausages, this modest deli is also a great place to grab some lunch.
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If you've never had a Cleveland-style sausage sandwich, then you have much to learn. You can try them for just $5 at Raddell's Sausage, which makes this local landmark the perfect little lunch spot.
It's no wonder the recipes at this family-owned butcher shop are constantly gaining local recognition.
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In the past, Raddell's Sausage has been voted as some of the best in Cleveland. Their specials have been selected as the very best by fans in the Slovenian Sausage Festival and in local publications.
Prepare your taste buds, because European-style meats await at Raddell's Sausage.
Raddell's Sausage Website
There's something irresistible about smoked meats, and nobody does it quite like this landmark Cleveland business.
Swing by Monday through Saturday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. to experience this deliciousness in person.
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Can't wait to visit this local institution? Take a virtual visit by checking out this video by New Day Cleveland:

It’s no wonder so many consider long-standing Raddell’s to be the best butcher shop in Cleveland! Have you ever picked up meats here? Tell us about your favorite finds and the dishes you made with them in the comments!

Longing for more delicious flavor? Don’t pass up a chance to grab jerky at the West Side Market.

Address: 478 E 152nd St, Cleveland, OH 44110, USA