Peter Bouchier

The Verdict

Looking for the best meat in Melbourne? We’ve found just the ticket! Purveyor of all things meat, Peter Bouchier in Toorak is one of the oldest and best butchers in Melbourne. Specialising in fresh, premium quality meat that is served with a smile (and, more to the point, a heap of helpful cooking tips!), this Melbourne butcher really stands out on the high street.

As well as providing you foodie folk with the best lamb, pork, beef and chicken cuts, Peter Bouchier keeps a variety of cured meats, small goods, dry-aged meats, fresh pies, sauces and deli-style items, all served from its beautiful butcher shop on Malvern Road. It’s the same Peter Bouchier who runs the butcher and deli in David Jones, Bourke Street, where you can pick up premium meat in Melbourne, seven days a week.

But it’s not just about picking up a couple of pork chops and heading home. Peter Bouchier is the best butcher in Melbourne for top-rate advice on what to do with those sought-after (and not so sought-after—remember, that slow-cooked beef cheek you love so much was once considered an off-cut!) pork shoulders and lamb racks. With almost 40 years in the business, Peter himself is a walking meaty bible of knowledge. Got a question about how to perfectly sear a steak or pan-fry a chipolata? Peter Bouchier is your man!

Along with selling some of the most premium meat in Melbourne, Peter Bouchier offers customers the opportunity to get up close and personal with the butchery process. He and the team are our g-to for all the tips and tricks of the trade when it comes to cooking the perfect roast or juiciest steak. Check out their page on Facebook for top tips and the latest news.

Open every day except Sunday, Peter Bouchier is a one-stop shop for premium meat in Melbourne. A classic Melbourne butcher that you simply must visit.