Business Details
48 Years
experience
Your Trusted Butcher Shop in Carlisle, PA
At Wenger Meats, we share your passion for fresh, high-quality meat and poultry. Since 1978, we have dedicated ourselves to providing top-grade cuts daily, combining tradition with modern expertise. Our journey began with the Carlisle Hygienic Ice Co. plant built in the 1920s, evolving through decades of innovation and expansion. In 1997-98, we remodeled and expanded our Carlisle location to create a larger, more attractive retail space. Over the years, weve grown to include catering, a delicatessen, lunch trucks, and wholesale ice distribution. By 2007, we added a smokehouse and specialized in wild game processing, developing our own beef products like sweet bologna, snack sticks, and jerky.Our commitment to quality remains unwavering, offering local products from trusted partners like Apple Valley Creamery and Harner's Bakery. We pride ourselves on serving our community with integrity, ensuring every customer experiences the unmatched flavor of our meats. Whether youre visiting our butcher shop, ordering catering, or utilizing our wild game processing, we strive to meet your needs with personalized service. Our decades of experience and dedication to excellence make Wenger Meats your trusted source for all things meat-related.
Services
Butcher Shop
Deli
Catering
Wild Game Processing
Ice Sales
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- We offer locally sourced, high-quality meats daily.
- Our smokehouse crafts signature products like jerky and bologna.
- We provide full-service catering for events of all sizes.
- We specialize in wild game processing with certified expertise.
- Our team has over 40 years of experience in meat processing and retail.
Associations and certifications
- Hunters Sharing the Harvest Program
Services
Butcher Shop
We offer a full line of fresh local beef, pork, and poultry daily. Our butcher shop provides custom cuts, including steaks, roasts, chops, and ground meats. Customers can choose from pre-packaged options or request specific cuts to meet their needs.
Wild Game Processing
Our wild game processing includes cut-and-grind services, vacuum packing, and labeling. We handle deer, venison, and other game, offering smoked products like jerky, bologna, and snack sticks. Hunters can also participate in our certified Hunters Sharing the Harvest Program.
Catering
We provide drop-off and full-service catering for weddings, corporate events, and celebrations. Menus feature BBQ, pig roasts, and custom spreads with setup, presentation, and cleanup options. Services are available at local venues or client-chosen locations.
Deli
Our deli offers daily hot bar selections, soups, and prepared meals. Items include BBQ pork ribs, marinated chicken, mac & cheese, and fresh sandwiches. The menu rotates to provide variety and seasonal favorites.
Ice Sales
We distribute wet ice in various sizes and dry ice (5lb minimum). Products include 7lb bags, 20lb blocks, and 275lb carving blocks. Dry ice pricing starts at $4.00 per pound, with availability subject to advance orders.
Questions
What are Wenger Meats' operating hours?
We are open Monday, Tuesday, and Saturday from 7am–3pm; Wednesday 7am–5pm; and Thursday–Friday 7am–6pm.
Do you offer catering services?
Yes, we provide drop-off and full-service catering for events, including setup, presentation, and cleanup at local venues or your location.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover for all in-store and catering purchases.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Carlisle, PA, Newport, PA, and surrounding areas for retail, catering, and processing services.
Do you process wild game?
Yes, we offer cut-and-grind services, vacuum packing, and smoking for wild game, including deer and venison.
What ice products are available?
We sell wet ice in bags and blocks, plus dry ice (5lb minimum). Prices start at $2.00 for 7lb bags and $4.00/lb for dry ice.
