Bismarck Has Two Of The Top 12 Meat Departments In America

As somebody who tries to eat healthy, I spend a lot of time at the grocery store. Eating real, whole foods is a big part of that. That means I spend a lot of time in front of the meat counter. Not only looking for the best cuts of meat to make dinner for my family, but I'm also always looking for a bargain or two. Nothing is more expensive these days at the grocery store than meat.

How Expensive has Meat Become?

It's crazy how much meat has increased. Do you remember being able to buy a big roast for under 10 dollars? It wasn't that long ago. In fact, over the last six years, meat prices, especially beef, have risen significantly. Since 2020, ground beef has been up around 50%, and steaks have been up between 41-54%, according to NPR. Other cuts are up even more.

Our friends at Chowhound blanketed the country, looking for the top 12 grocery chains with quality meat departments. The article focused on "quality" because if you have to pay a lot anyway, you might as well get the best meat possible. I couldn't agree more. Their top 12 grocery chain meat departments are based on customer reviews, professional evaluations, and store policies regarding sourcing, feed, and treatment.

We have TWO Grocery Chains in Bismarck that made the Top 12 in America for Quality Meat Departments.

They include Costco and Sam's/Walmart. In the article, they had this to say about the Costco meat department. Their rotisserie chicken received high praise.