Family-Owned Shops Keeping Northeastern PA’s Kielbasi Tradition Alive
In Northeastern Pennsylvania, few holiday meals or family gatherings feel complete without a few rings of kielbasi on the table. Across NEPA, local butcher shops, neighborhood markets and family-run delis continue to carry on the region’s long tradition of making fresh and smoked kielbasi.
Many of these shops have been part of their communities for generations, producing kielbasa using time-honored recipes and traditional smoking methods. Whether it’s a classic smoked ring for a holiday feast or fresh kielbasa ready for the grill, these small businesses keep one of Northeastern PA’s most recognizable food traditions going strong.
Fortunately, NEPA is home to many local shops specializing in kielbasi. From old-school butcher shops and neighborhood markets to longtime smokehouses and family delis, these businesses produce everything from classic smoked kielbasi to creative modern varieties.
Check out our list below for local shops across Northeastern Pennsylvania known for their fresh and smoked kielbasi.
Olyphant, PA
Bosak’s Choice Meats in Olyphant offers house-made kielbasa in both fresh and smoked varieties, a longtime favorite for local cookouts and holiday meals. During busy seasons, the shop keeps grinders running to meet demand. Along with kielbasa, customers find hand-cut meats, deli items, and friendly service from experienced meat cutters.
Wyoming, PA
Fetch’s Kielbassi Shop in Wyoming has been making its famous kielbassi for Wyoming Valley families since 1922. Their fresh and smoked varieties remain especially popular for holiday meals and backyard cookouts. The neighborhood butcher shop also offers sausage, ham, chops, steaks, roasts, and other meats prepared fresh and cut to order.
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Nanticoke, PA
Glen Lyon Bros Kielbasi in Nanticoke serves its family kielbasi recipe dating back to 1946, featuring fresh sausage grilled and prepared to order. The hearty kielbasi is especially popular during festivals and seasonal events. Their food truck menu also includes comfort food classics like haluski and potato pancakes.
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Nanticoke, PA
Jerry and Son Market in Nanticoke has been making fresh kielbosi using a traditional family recipe passed down for six generations. The house-smoked sausage is especially popular around Easter and Christmas. Alongside their signature kielbosi, the market offers hand-cut meats, soups, salads and more.
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Shenandoah, PA
Kowalonek’s Kielbasy Shop in Shenandoah has been crafting fresh and smoked kielbasy using old-world traditions since 1911. Their signature sausage remains a local staple, especially around the holidays. They also offer seasonal favorites like halushki and pierogi and specialty cheeses.
Wilkes-Barre, PA
Leonard’s Kielbasi Market in Wilkes-Barre has been crafting cherry wood smoked kielbasi using traditional family recipes since 1923. Their award-winning sausage comes in classic rings, kielbasi sticks, summer grillers and deli-style loaves. Seasonal favorites like pierogies and kolachi rolls round out the selection alongside porketta and hot or sweet pork sausages.
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Shenandoah, PA
Lucky’s Corner Deli & Kielbasi Shop in Shenandoah serves fresh and smoked kielbasi along with creative specialties like kielbasi burgers, meat sticks, and jerky. Alongside their kielbasi, the old-style meat shop also prepares a variety of homemade deli items and classic butcher shop favorites.
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Carbondale, PA
Oprisko Kielbasa in Carbondale crafts traditional applewood-smoked kielbasa using old-fashioned techniques perfected over more than 85 years. The shop offers 17 varieties, including creative flavors like mozzarella and jalapeño cheddar alongside classic smoked styles.
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Wilkes-Barre, PA
Plains Meat Market in Wilkes-Barre prepares homemade kielbasa in classic and creative varieties, including a popular jalapeño cheddar version. The signature sausage is a favorite for holidays, cookouts, and family meals. The old-school butcher shop also offers pierogies, halushki, pigs in a blanket, deli meats and more.
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Duryea, PA
Rehoski’s Market in Duryea offers smoked kielbasi that has long been a favorite for family dinners and holiday meals across NEPA. Alongside their kielbasi, Rehoski’s also offers a variety of fresh cuts, deli items, everyday grocery staples and made-to-order subs and sandwiches.
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Old Forge, PA
Rossi’s Market in Old Forge prepares flavorful kielbasa that complements the shop’s mix of Polish and Italian traditions. Beyond kielbasa, the family-owned market features freshly butchered steaks, burgers and chops along with homemade prepared foods, hoagies and sandwiches and party platters to go.
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Forty Fort & Scranton, PA
Schiff’s Marketplace in Scranton prepares house-smoked kielbasi in a variety of flavors and styles from its onsite smokehouse. The popular sausage is a staple for holiday meals and family gatherings across the region. You can also pick up their famous kielbasi at their second location in Forty Fort.
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Hunlock Creek, PA
Sirak’s Smokehouse in Hunlock Creek serves slow-smoked kielbasa known for its rich flavor and old-world character. The signature sausage is available by the link, sliced from a loaf, or piled onto hearty sandwiches. Sirak’s is also a regular competitor at the Plymouth Kielbasa Festival.
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Nanticoke, PA
Tarnowski’s Kielbasa in Nanticoke has been serving its award-winning kielbasa recipe since 1946, offering both fresh and smoked varieties. The shop sees a rush during holiday seasons when kielbasa is in high demand. Customers also stop in for homemade salads, sandwiches, and a full selection of fresh meats.
Find Traditional Kielbasi Shops in Northeastern PA
For many families in Northeastern Pennsylvania, kielbasi is a must-have for holidays, family gatherings and weekend cookouts. These longtime local shops continue to carry on the region’s strong Polish food traditions with handcrafted sausages made using classic recipes and techniques.
Whether you’re picking up smoked kielbasi for Easter dinner, grilling fresh kielbasa in the summer or simply supporting a neighborhood butcher shop, these NEPA favorites keep one of the region’s most iconic foods going strong.
Plymouth Alive Kielbasa Festival
Celebrate one of NEPA’s favorite food traditions at the Plymouth Alive Kielbasa Festival in Plymouth, PA. This annual summer festival brings together live music, polka bands, local vendors and plenty of delicious kielbasa. Visitors can enjoy a lively parade, family activities and the popular Kielbasa Tasting Competition.
Whether you’re a longtime fan or visiting for the first time, the festival offers a fun way to experience a classic Northeastern Pennsylvania community celebration. Plan your visit and see why this event has become a summertime favorite in the Wyoming Valley.
Article updated from its original version published on 3/17/24.
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