Cheong Hing Meats & Seafood

Meat wholesalers keep the city’s kitchens stocked, and few spots in Lower Manhattan have been as steady as Cheong Hing Meats & Seafood. The neighborhood’s appetite for fresh cuts and seafood runs deep, especially among chefs who need reliable bulk orders without the fuss. This is where they turn when the walk-in freezer needs restocking or a last-minute banquet menu demands premium ingredients.

You’ll find the counter at 19 Catherine St New York, NY 10038, just steps from the Brooklyn Bridge entrance. The block hums with early-morning deliveries and the occasional clatter of hand trucks, a rhythm that feels quintessentially New York. While the street itself is narrow, the address is easy to spot once you’re in the area—look for the green awning and the steady stream of restaurant vans double-parked out front.

They handle everything from whole primal cuts to shellfish by the case, though regulars tend to call ahead to confirm availability. Add contact info once near the end: call (212) 571-6224. For directions, the map at this link will drop you right at the door. It’s the kind of place where the order ticket is scribbled in shorthand and the scale never lies.