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Chicago Steak Company
The Chicago Steak Company
In a nutshell
Chicago Steak Company is a U.S.-based premium online meat & steak delivery company that ships within the US and to Canada.
They specialize in high-quality beef products, particularly USDA Prime steaks and dry-aged beef, along with other meats and some seafood items.
Some key features of the company:
- They source their beef from heritage cattle in the Mid-West.
- Their beef undergoes aging — both wet-aging and dry-aging — to develop flavour and tenderness.
- The cuts are hand-trimmed by expert butchers.
- They vacuum seal each steak, flash freeze them, and package them carefully to preserve freshness during shipping.
- They serve both retail consumers and larger clients (restaurants, chefs, etc.).
History, Origins, and Positioning
- The company was founded in 2007.
- They position themselves as continuing a long tradition of high-quality meat from Chicago’s Union Stock Yards heritage. Although the stock yards themselves date back to 1865, CSC is a more modern company that uses that heritage in its branding.
- They are known for setting high standards in beef quality, emphasizing USDA Prime grade (which is among the top ~2% of all beef in the U.S.) and ensuring good marbling, tenderness, flavor.
What They Offer
- Beef cuts: Ribeye, filet mignon, strip, sirloin, etc., in USDA Prime and sometimes premium Choice grades. Dry-aged or wet-aged.
- Special varieties: They offer American Wagyu and Kobe-style beef as well.
- Other meats / seafood: Besides beef, Chicago Steak Company sells or partners to offer other meats (chicken, pork, ribs) and seafood items.
- Gift / bundle packages: They often have pre-assembled sets or “best seller” assortments. These are popular for gifting or trying several cuts.
Brand and Market Reputation
- They are generally highly rated by customers. On Trustpilot, for example, they have good scores for quality and customer satisfaction.
- Their packaging and shipment are frequently commended: steaks arriving still solidly frozen, good presentation, etc.
- Their “Ultimate Steak Experience™” branding reflects their goal of not just selling meat, but delivering a high-quality experience from sourcing to eating.
Organization & Operations
- Headquarters: Chicago, Illinois, USA.
- The company is not accredited by the Better Business Bureau (BBB), but has been in operation since about 2007.
- Leadership / Management: among people named in public materials, Matthew Crowley has been noted in interviews.
