Garni Meat Market

Don't let its appearance fool you: This humble, pint-size butcher shop packs big, bold flavor. The family owned and operated stalwart has been a well-kept Pasadena secret since 1995, and focuses on Armenian marinades and specialties to really liven up your grill. You'll find all the butcher-shop classics here (rib-eye, whole chicken, pork chops, lamb shank—you get the idea) but we advise picking up a few of the house luleh, too, not to mention the marinated chicken wings and at least a few pints of their dips and spreads.