Frequently asked questions
Bavarian Meats is a Seattle-based meat processor specializing in authentic German-style sausages, and smoked meats.
Bavarian Meats is a Seattle-based meat processor specializing in authentic German-style sausages, and smoked meats.
The company was founded in 1961 by German immigrant Max Hofstatter.
The company was founded in 1961 by German immigrant Max Hofstatter.
Yes! For nearly 60 years, Bavarian Meats operated a popular German deli at Seattle’s Pike Place Market. The deli closed permanently in 2020 due to the pandemic, but the company continues to explore options for a future retail space.
Yes! For nearly 60 years, Bavarian Meats operated a popular German deli at Seattle’s Pike Place Market. The deli closed permanently in 2020 due to the pandemic, but the company continues to explore options for a future retail space.
We produce over several varieties of sausages, cold cuts, and smoked meats. Some of our best-known items include:
- Landjaeger – a semi dry-cured, shelf-stable sausage made from beef and pork, available in Original and Hot & Spicy.
- Specialty Sausage & Bratwursts – classic German-style sausages.
We produce over several varieties of sausages, cold cuts, and smoked meats. Some of our best-known items include:
- Landjaeger – a semi dry-cured, shelf-stable sausage made from beef and pork, available in Original and Hot & Spicy.
- Specialty Sausage & Bratwursts – classic German-style sausages.
- Online: at bavarianmeats.com, Amazon, and Instacart.
- In Stores: at select Costco locations and various grocery stores and delis. Check local stores inventory their websites
- Online: at bavarianmeats.com, Amazon, and Instacart.
- In Stores: at select Costco locations and various grocery stores and delis. Check local stores inventory their websites
Our Lil’ Landjaeger are Nitrate/Nitrite free except for those naturally occurring in cultured celery salt and sea salt
Our Lil’ Landjaeger are Nitrate/Nitrite free except for those naturally occurring in cultured celery salt and sea salt
Yes, Landjaeger is a great option for low-carb or keto diets, as it’s naturally high in protein and very low in carbohydrates.0 carbs, 0 sugar
Yes, Landjaeger is a great option for low-carb or keto diets, as it’s naturally high in protein and very low in carbohydrates.0 carbs, 0 sugar
Bavarian Meats was family-owned for decades and was acquired by Premium Brands Holding Corporation in 2020.
Bavarian Meats was family-owned for decades and was acquired by Premium Brands Holding Corporation in 2020.
Our products are not kosher certified. For specific dietary questions, please contact us directly
Our products are not kosher certified. For specific dietary questions, please contact us directly
Yes, Our products are free of all major food allergens: wheat, eggs, milk, soy, fish, crustacean shellfish, three nuts, peanuts & sesame
Yes, Our products are free of all major food allergens: wheat, eggs, milk, soy, fish, crustacean shellfish, three nuts, peanuts & sesame
All products are best consumed on or before the printed “Best By” date. We do not recommend consuming products after that date.
All products are best consumed on or before the printed “Best By” date. We do not recommend consuming products after that date.
Jerky and dried sausages are best enjoyed within one week after opening. Reseal the package after each use to maintain freshness.
Jerky and dried sausages are best enjoyed within one week after opening. Reseal the package after each use to maintain freshness.
Freezing is not recommended, as it can affect the product’s texture, freshness and flavor.
Freezing is not recommended, as it can affect the product’s texture, freshness and flavor.