The Butcher's Block by Maxbauer

09/02/2026

08/31/2026

Looking for your next great meal?

Our latest bi-weekly specials have hit the block. Come on in and take advantage!

08/27/2026

Good Smoke Starts With Good Ingredients.

At The Butcher’s Block, we believe smoked meats should taste great without unnecessary ingredients. That’s why our smoked meats are prepared using all-natural curing ingredients, including celery powder, vinegar powder, and cherry powder.

No unnecessary additives. Just quality ingredients, time-honored smoking, and the great flavor you expect from your local butcher.

Good food. Simple ingredients.

You can pay more, and you can pay less, but you can't get better!

08/25/2026

We've received a lot of emails over the summer asking if we ship out of state. If that happens to be you please check us out on Truly Free Marketplace! We plan on expanding our inventory on there as time goes on!

Established in 1913, Maxbauer has built a reputation for premium meats, friendly service, and a welcoming atmosphere. Specializing in quality beef, pork, chicken, seafood, and smoked sausages, they also offer gourmet groceries, wine, craft beer, soups, and fresh produce. Proudly serving Traverse Cit...

08/18/2026

08/03/2026

We’re proud to announce that, as of this today, The Butcher’s Block is officially live on TrulyFree.com!

Earning our USDA Grant of Inspection was a longer journey than we originally anticipated, but every step was worth it. We’re incredibly grateful for the opportunity to expand beyond our local community and begin sharing our handcrafted products with customers across the country.

This marks an exciting new chapter for our team, and we look forward to bringing quality meats—and a little more love to the table—to families nationwide.

Thank you to everyone who has supported us along the way. We couldn’t have reached this milestone without you.

Established in 1913, Maxbauer has built a reputation for premium meats, friendly service, and a welcoming atmosphere. Specializing in quality beef, pork, chicken, seafood, and smoked sausages, they also offer gourmet groceries, wine, craft beer, soups, and fresh produce. Proudly serving Traverse Cit...