About Pat LaFrieda
Pat LaFrieda Meat Purveyors crafts premium beef jerky with a century-old legacy, founded in 1922 by Anthony LaFrieda in Brooklyn, New York, and now based in North Bergen, New Jersey. A fourth-generation butcher, Pat LaFrieda supplies one hundred percent American Angus beef from small, family owned farms, ensuring humane practices with no antibiotics or hormones. Their jerky lineup, part of their signature retail offerings, comes in an assortment of flavors, blending savory, smoky notes with a tender texture. Known for supplying top NYC restaurants like Shake Shack and Minetta Tavern, their jerky is perfect for upscale snacking, hikes, or casual enjoyment.
The brand’s core philosophy centers on quality and tradition. Production uses one hundred percent American Angus beef from small, family owned farms with no antibiotics or hormones.
Today, Pat LaFrieda remains proudly based in North Bergen, New Jersey, continuing to supply premium meats with over one hundred years of butchering expertise. What makes Pat LaFrieda special is the way the century-old legacy and butcher craftsmanship come through in every bag. The American Angus beef and traditional methods create jerky that feels premium, tender, and full of character.
The Pat LaFrieda Difference
The Pat LaFrieda difference reveals itself the moment you open the bag. A rich, savory aroma of seasoned beef and butcher spices rises, carrying notes of teriyaki, chipotle, or steakhouse that hint at the premium process inside. It is an immediate sensory invitation that sets high expectations, and the brand consistently delivers.
Crafted from one hundred percent American Angus beef from small, family owned farms, each strip offers a tender yet substantial chew. The meat is hand selected and trimmed to develop a pleasant resistance that gives way to a clean, enjoyable finish. You notice the substantial bite that feels rewarding without any toughness, the result of fourth-generation butchering expertise.
Flavor development is masterful and distinctly butcher quality. House made marinades penetrate deeply, allowing complex profiles to build and linger with every chew. Teriyaki Beef Jerky delivers zingy fresh ginger balance. Sweet Chipotle Beef Jerky offers smoky sweet heat. Steakhouse Beef Jerky brings classic savory depth.
This craftsmanship stems directly from the brand’s story and values. Every step from the 1922 Brooklyn beginnings to the current North Bergen production reflects a commitment to quality and tradition. The result is jerky that feels premium, tender, and full of character. If you enjoy these honest, butcher inspired profiles, explore our full beef jerky selection. For those who love a peppery kick, discover more peppered beef jerky. Pat LaFrieda proves that premium jerky can honor a century of butchery while delivering an unforgettable eating experience.