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Violante's
105 Franklin Ave.
Nutley, N.J. 07110
(973) 944 - 2254
Premium Pork & House Made Sausage
Loin Pork Chops
A classic butcher shop staple, cut from the loin. They resemble Porterhouse steaks, consisting of the tenderloin and NY strip, tender, flavorful, and perfect for quick weeknight dinners or grilling.
Best for: Grilling, pan searing, baking, breaded pork chops.
Stuffed Pork Chops
Thick pork chops filled with seasoned stuffing, ready to bake at home. A great oven-ready option for an easy but impressive dinner.
Best for: Oven baking, Sunday dinner, holiday meals, family dinners.
Boneless Pork Loin Roast
A lean roast that slices beautifully and works well with herbs, garlic, stuffing, or glazes.
Best for: Sunday dinner, holiday roasts, slicing for sandwiches.
Porchetta-Style Pork Roast
A seasoned pork roast inspired by Italian porchetta, typically flavored with garlic, herbs, fennel, and spices.
Best for: Roasting, slicing, sandwiches, special occasions.
Center-Cut Pork Chops
Lean, tender chops cut from the center of the pork loin. A clean, familiar cut that works well for many cooking styles.
Best for: Pan frying, grilling, baking, breading.
Pork Cutlets
Thin-sliced pork, often pounded tender and ready for breading or quick cooking.
Best for: Breaded pork cutlets, pan frying, sandwiches.
Bone-In Pork Loin Roast
A classic roast with the bone left in for added flavor and presentation.
Best for: Roasting, special dinners, holiday meals.
Crown Roast of Pork
A dramatic bone-in pork roast tied into a crown shape for special occasions. This should be listed as a special-order item.
Best for: Holidays, celebrations, special orders.
Center-Cut Boneless Pork Chops
Lean, tender boneless cut from the center of the pork loin. A clean, familiar cut that works well for many cooking styles.
Best for: Pan frying, grilling, baking, breading.
Pork Tenderloin
A lean, very tender cut of pork with a mild flavor. It cooks quickly and works well with marinades, rubs, and glazes.
Best for: Roasting, grilling, medallions, marinades.
Stuffed Pork Loin
A boneless pork loin filled with seasoned stuffing and tied for easy roasting. This is a strong website item because it feels special but is easy for the customer.
Best for: Oven roasting, holidays, family gatherings, Sunday dinner.
Frenched Pork Rack
A bone-in rack of pork with the bones cleaned for presentation. Elegant, flavorful, and great for customers looking for something premium.
Best for: Roasting, holidays, dinner parties.
Ribs & BBQ Pork
Baby Back Ribs
Tender, curved ribs cut from the loin area. They are smaller and leaner than spare ribs, with a popular sweet and smoky BBQ appeal.
Best for: Grilling, smoking, oven baking, BBQ.
Country-Style Ribs
Meaty pork pieces cut from the shoulder or loin area. They are not traditional ribs, but they are hearty and flavorful.
Best for: Braising, slow cooking, grilling, BBQ sauce.
Picnic Shoulder (Pernil)
A lower shoulder cut with rich flavor. Great for slow cooking and traditional pork dishes.
Best for: Roasting, braising, pulled pork, stews.
Spare Ribs
Meatier ribs cut from the belly side of the pig. They have great flavor and are excellent for low-and-slow cooking.
Best for: Smoking, BBQ, oven roasting, grilling.
Pork Rib Tips
Small, flavorful pieces trimmed from spare ribs. Great for BBQ-style cooking and casual meals.
Best for: Smoking, grilling, saucing, appetizer trays.
Pork Stew Meat (Cubes)
Cubed pork pieces cut for slow cooking.
Best for: Stews, braises, soups, pork chili.
St. Louis-Style Ribs
Spare ribs trimmed into a neat rectangular rack for even cooking and clean presentation.
Best for: Smoking, grilling, BBQ competitions, oven baking.
Pork Shoulder Butt (Boston Butt)
Also known as pork butt or Boston butt depending on the cut. A flavorful, well-marbled cut that becomes tender when cooked low and slow.
Best for: Pulled pork, roasting, smoking, braising.
Pork Shanks
A flavorful cut that becomes tender with slow cooking. Great for hearty meals and old-school cooking.
Best for: Braising, soups, stews, Sunday sauce.
Quick Cook & House Made Specialties
Ground Pork
Fresh ground pork that works well in meatballs, sauces, stuffing, dumplings, and sausage-style recipes.
Best for: Meatballs, stuffing, sauces, dumplings, burgers.
Pork Kabobs
Cubed pork prepared for skewers. Can be sold plain, seasoned, or marinated.
Best for: Grilling, party trays, BBQ.
Pork Stir Fry
Thin strips of pork cut for quick cooking.
Best for: Stir fry, rice bowls, noodles, quick dinners.
Pork Scaloppine
Thin-sliced pork prepared for fast pan cooking.
Best for: Francese-style pork, marsala-style pork, lemon butter sauce, pan searing.
Italian Sausage (Sweet or Hot)
House-made Italian sausage with classic seasoning and a mild, savory flavor.
Best for: Grilling, sauce, sausage and peppers, pasta dishes.
Sausage Pinwheels
Italian sausage rolled into a pinwheel shape for a fun, eye-catching butcher case item.
Best for: Grilling, oven roasting, BBQ, party platters.
Cheese & Parsley Sausage
Italian sausage blended with cheese and parsley for a richer, old-school flavor.
Best for: Grilling, roasting, sandwiches, sauce.
Italian sausage made with broccoli rabe for a bold, savory flavor.
Best for: Grilling, sandwiches, pasta, Italian dinners.
Broccoli Rabe Sausage
Slab Bacon
Bacon sold in a larger piece so customers can cut it how they like.
Best for: Dicing, soups, pasta, beans, breakfast.
Specialty & Holiday Items
Italian Sausage Patties
(Sweet or Hot)
House-made Italian sausage hand packed into burger patties
Best for: Grilling, sauce, sausage and peppers, pasta dishes.
Custom Sausage Patties
Italian sausage seasoned with endless possibilities, hand packed into burger patties.
Best for: Grilling, oven roasting, BBQ, party platters.
Pork Braciole
Thin-sliced pork rolled with seasoned filling, tied, and ready to cook.
Best for: Sunday sauce, braising, Italian dinners.
An uncured pork leg roast, different from traditional cured ham. It has a fresh pork flavor and is often roasted for special occasions.
Best for: Holidays, roasting, family gatherings.
Fresh Ham
Smoked Ham
A cured and smoked pork leg, ready to heat and serve.
Best for: Holidays, buffets, sandwiches, family dinners.
Spiral Ham
A fully cooked ham sliced around the bone for easy serving.
Best for: Easter, Christmas, buffets, family gatherings.