Friday pickups 4-6 PM at the ranch in Waiʻanae 808-808-BEEF · support@oahumeats.com
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FAQ

Questions, answered.

Everything we get asked most often about ordering, pickup, and the beef itself. Don't see what you need? Get in touch.

Ordering & Pickup

How do I place an order?

Order online through our shop. Browse the cuts, build your order, and check out. We'll confirm by email and let you know your Friday pickup window.

When can I pick up my order?

Pickup is at the ranch in Waiʻanae on Fridays. Your confirmation email will include your specific pickup window so we can plan the day around the orders coming through.

Do you ship?

Not yet. For now, all orders are picked up at the ranch in Waiʻanae. If you'd like us to look into shipping in the future, let us know.

What if I can't make it on Friday?

Reach out and we'll work it out. Once an order is paid for and packaged, we want it in your hands. If you need someone else to pick up for you, that's fine too. Just let us know.

How do I pay?

Online at checkout. Card payments through our shop. For bulk shares (quarter, half, whole), we can also work out other arrangements. Get in touch.

The Beef

Where and how are the cattle raised?

On the west side of Oʻahu, on pasture our family has worked for four generations. No growth hormones. We take our time and raise them the way we always have.

Are the cattle given growth hormones?

No growth hormones. If an animal gets sick, we treat it the way any rancher would.

How is the meat packaged?

We harvest, dry-age the carcass on island, butcher to your order, then vacuum-seal every cut for the freezer. Pickup is Friday at the ranch.

How do I cook it?

Our beef is lean, so it cooks a little faster and benefits from a bit lower temperature on the grill. For steaks, get them to room temp before cooking, use high heat to sear, and pull them a few degrees earlier than you would commercial beef.

For ground beef, treat it like normal. For roasts, low and slow is your friend.

Bulk Shares

What's a quarter / half / whole?

It's buying a portion of the animal, packaged for your freezer. A quarter is 90 lb of meat, a half is 180 lb, a whole is 360 lb. We also offer an eighth at 45 lb if you want to start smaller.

You get a balanced mix of cuts: premium steaks, ground beef, and roasts & slow-cook cuts. The bigger the bundle, the better the per-pound value.

How much freezer space do I need?

Roughly: an eighth fits in about 1.5 cubic feet, a quarter needs 3, a half needs 5, a whole needs 10. A standard chest freezer holds a half comfortably.

Can I customize the cuts?

Our bundles come as a balanced, pre-set mix of premium steaks, ground beef, and slow-cook cuts. The exact cuts rotate based on what's available that week. If you have special requests, reach out before you order and we'll see what we can do.

How long does a quarter / half / whole last?

A family of four typically gets around five months out of a quarter, most of a year out of a half, and well over a year out of a whole, depending on how often you eat beef. Vacuum-sealed and frozen, the meat holds quality for about a year.

Visiting the Ranch

Can I tour the ranch?

It's a working ranch, so we don't run formal tours. But if you're picking up an order and want to look around for a few minutes, we're happy to chat. Just keep in mind we're often in the middle of work.

Are the kids welcome?

Always. Our kids are out here every day. Just keep an eye on them around the animals and equipment.

Should I bring a cooler?

Yes, especially if you have a long drive home. The vacuum packs hold up well, but cold is best. Ice helps.

Still have a question?

We're always happy to talk through what works best for your ʻohana.