What is a Denver steak?

A Denver steak is cut from the chuck underblade—an underutilized, well-marbled muscle just below the shoulder blade. Renowned as the “butcher’s secret,” it offers a rich, beefy flavor and tender texture similar to ribeye, but at a more wallet-friendly price.

• Harvested from the chuck primal’s underblade section
• High intramuscular marbling for extra tenderness
• Flavor profile comparable to ribeye
• Cost-effective yet restaurant-quality cut
• Versatile: grills, pan-sears, or reverse-sears beautifully

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