The Meatery
1534 Fremont Blvd., Seaside
(831) 656-8810, themeateryseaside.com
When the outlaw Josey Wales rode up to granny’s store for provisions, it was for a side of bacon – probably some jerky, too. That’s the way it was in the days before refrigeration. And Chef Todd Fisher still offers cured meats at The Meatery. But he also has a selection of ethically raised prime beef cuts (he can name the ranch for each), chops from heritage-breed hogs, free-range chicken and game meats. The brisket is best in the county. And the chef creates his own sausages, as well as the best ground beef blend you can take home. But you can’t go wrong with house-cured bacon. Or imported jamón ibérico, for that matter.
