If you’re a meat enthusiast in Northern California, we found a meat shop you’ll want to visit: Wolfsen’s Meat & Sausage store in Gustine. This unassuming meat shop in Northern California packs a flavorful punch with its impressive selection of over 70 different types of homemade sausages.
Wolfsen's is a family-owned business that has been serving the Gustine community for years.
In May 2022, Andrew and Danielle Quintal took the reins from founders Vance and Donna Wolfsen, continuing the tradition of providing quality meat and friendly service.
What sets Wolfsen's apart is their commitment to quality and authenticity.
Every sausage, whether smoked or fresh, is made in-house using time-tested formulas. They use the best cuts of meat and flavorful seasoning blends that really make their products stand apart from mass produced store bought brands.
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As you step inside Wolfsen's, you'll be greeted by an array of delicious options.
The fresh meat case is a carnivore's dream, with hand-cut steaks that are freezer-ready and vacuum-packed to lock in freshness. Perfect for a spontaneous barbecue or a planned family feast.
While sausages are the stars of the show, Wolfsen's offers much more.
Their famous beef jerky, smoked turkeys, hams, and roasts are holiday favorites. And if you're feeling hungry while shopping, don't miss out on their deli, where you can order a hot or cold sandwich.
If you want to buy quality cuts of pre-cooked meat and have a zero-effort barbecue feast at home, Wolfsen's has you covered with their “heat and serve” meals.
Choose from a variety of entrees like smoked tri-tip, pork ribs, barbecue chicken, and other meat and poultry dishes that make dinner a breeze.
Now to the sausages -– what Wolfsen’s is known for. They have all the classics like Smoked Chicken Linguica, Smoked Andouille, and Fresh Chorizo. And there are many unique and hard-to-find flavors such as Smoked Corned Beef Sausage, Smoked Cheesy Barvarian, and Fresh Moroccan Style Lamb, and many more! One of the standout sausages is the fiery habanero sausage known as "Westside Red Hots" for those who like heat.
Wolfsen's uses different types of casings to ensure the perfect texture and flavor for each sausage. Pork casings are used for most of their smoked and fresh sausages, while lamb casings are for their hot dogs and breakfast sausages. Collagen casings are reserved for their summer sausages.
If you have dietary preferences or restrictions, there are sausages for you, too. Wolfsen's offers dairy-free and gluten-free sausages, so everyone can enjoy their meats.
With Wolfsen's wide range of meats and specialty sausages, you're sure to find culinary inspiration. And if you're ever in need of recipe ideas, the friendly employees at Wolfsen's are ready to offer suggestions.
For a taste of local, homemade sausage, stop by Wolfsen’s Meat & Sausage to stock up on their delicious meats for your next barbecue or for healthy protein-packed meals. Whether you’re a carnivore or simply appreciate homemade food, you’ll enjoy visiting Wolfsen’s, as well as exploring the town of Gustine.
Gustine is located about 40 minutes west of Merced in the California Central Valley, and less than 10 minutes off Interstate 5. The Central Valley is full of produce stands, small wineries, and charming small towns. Turn a trip to Wolfsen’s into a road trip through the Central Valley, and eat your way through California’s “bread basket”.
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