Your Local Award-Winning Butcher
J & W Aitken has been serving the people of Alloa from our High Street shop, building a reputation as one of Scotland's finest independent butchers. Our award-winning counter features prime Scottish beef, lamb and pork alongside our famous handmade sausages — including the square slice that keeps customers coming back week after week.
Beyond the butcher's block, our deli counter is stocked with pies, cooked meats and ready-to-eat favourites prepared fresh each day. Whether you're planning a family roast, a weekend barbecue or just picking up something special for tea, our friendly team is always happy to help.
From Our Shop
A look behind the counter at J & W Aitken.
What Our Customers Say
“The best square slice sausage you will find! Personally i think tbe onion square is by far the best!. Always happy and friendly staff, always a good visit to this shop!”
via Google“Want to thank the member of staff who looked after me on Friday 5th when I was feeling unwell. A big thank you. Got home OK and look forward to picking up my pie on 27th 😋😋”
via Google“Amazing Victoria sponge cake. Probably one of the best I have tasted so I decided to buy the apple pie to take home but unfortunately was a bit disappointing and it tasted a bit of onions which was so strange. Will definitely come back to try other delicious things tho as the service was great shame about the pungent smell and taste of the onions on the pie. 🥧”
via Google“I usually buy steak pie from the supermarket but decided this year to get the real McCoy!And so glad I did (being a chef 👨🍳 in my previous life,)I’m very particular when it comes to food!)Steak pie from here did not disappoint,easily cooked in the oven,upon cutting you get this wonderful aroma,the beef cooked as it should be! (Melts in the mouth)Easily cut and flakes nicely, the pastry flaky and rich.The gravy just perfect ,compliments other ingredients wonderfully.Many thanks to Leanne,Anne and rest of the staff for staring 2025 with a steak pie hit! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻”
via Google“Have been using this butcher for a while now since our local one closed down in Dollar . Got say been happy with service and produce steaks are lovely as is there slice sausage and quality of great selection of many items That started doing a Chinese style sausage very tasty was so happy we ordered couple dozed to take away this weekend . Ordered on Monday morning sadly went in this morning and they couldn’t find order and had none in stock disappointing when my husband and gone down to order them on Monday morning. Tad disappointed”
via GoogleFrequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before your visit.
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Do you cater for barbecues and events?
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Opening Hours
Pop in and see us on Alloa High Street.
| Monday | 07:00 | 16:00 |
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| Tuesday | 07:00 | 16:00 |
| Wednesday | 07:00 | 16:00 |
| Thursday | 07:00 | 16:00 |
| Friday | 07:00 | 16:00 |
| Saturday | 07:00 | 16:00 |
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Get in Touch
Pop in to browse our counter or call ahead to place your order. We're always happy to help.