But we wanted to know where the very best can be found in Leeds, so turned to the experts - our readers.
We asked you for your favorite butchers and farm shops and the response was overwhelming.
From passionate shout-outs to heartfelt endorsements, you didn’t hold back in sharing your top spots.
Whether it’s a farm shop that nails the perfect bacon or a butcher with pies you’d cross the city for, you told us exactly where to go.
So, without further ado, here are 11 of the best butchers and farm shops in Leeds -
7. Sykes House Farm Shop, Wetherby
Sykes House Farm is highly regarded for its lamb and beef. Andy Mannion called it "top quality”, while Lyn Hallard simply highlighted its overall excellence. | Google
8. Tomlinson Farm Shop
Tomlinson Farm Shop offers great produce and a quality butcher’s counter. Mandy Lee said it has a “great veg and butcher’s counter”, while Polly Northy highlighted it as a Pudsey go-to. | Tony Johnson
9. Bennetts Butchers, Morley
Known for its loyal fanbase, Bennetts Butchers delivers consistent quality. Mikey Sutton praised “the man, the myth, the legend that is Philip Bennett”, and fellow YEP reader Dan Mason agreed. | Google
10. Meat Mart, Hunslet
A Hunslet hotspot, Meat Mart is popular for quality and value. Lesley Schofield said: “We get our meat from Meat Mart Hunslet”. Lisa Vk Cherry Jones agreed that it was a good choice. | Google
11. Howgate & Farrar, Woodlesford
Howgate & Farrar in Woodlesford excels in quality and fresh pies. Kath Burdett said: “Everything is first class, and their pies are freshly baked daily.” | Google