The Mad Butcher

butcher — Upper Hutt · Upper Hutt

About The Mad Butcher

The Mad Butcher Upper Hutt is part of the nationwide Mad Butcher chain, founded by Sir Peter Leitch in 1971 and known across New Zealand for providing meat for Kiwi BBQs, roasts and everyday meals. The store carries beef, chicken, lamb, pork, small goods, frozen goods and grocery items, with meat delivered to stores fresh each day and cut and packed on site by skilled staff.

All carcass beef and lamb is NZ Quality Mark certified, fresh pork is 100% NZ grown, and chicken is supplied by Tegel, New Zealand's leading poultry brand. In-store Master Butchers are available to cut meat to any requirement and offer advice on cooking and carving. The Mad Butcher also has a long history of community support, including a HAND UP price on BBQ sausages for local fundraising groups.

The Mad Butcher Upper Hutt: Fresh NZ Meat Since 1971

The Mad Butcher Upper Hutt is part of a nationwide chain founded by the notable Sir Peter Leitch in 1971, and since then has provided the meat for millions of Kiwi BBQs, roasts and other family meals.

Quality Meat at a Great Price

At the Mad Butcher, the philosophy is quality meat at a great price. All carcass beef and lamb is NZ Quality Mark certified, carcass fresh pork is 100% NZ grown, and chicken is supplied by Tegel, New Zealand's leading poultry brand. Meat is delivered to stores fresh each day, then cut and packed on site by skilled staff — you can't get much fresher than that.

Master Butchers on Hand

In-store Master Butchers are available to cut meat to any requirement, along with offering advice on everything from cooking to carving tips. The team's passion for meat and friendly service aims to make every visit a pleasure.

A Long History of Community Support

The Mad Butcher has always been a strong supporter of the local community. Sir Peter Leitch himself was awarded the Queen's Service Medal for services to the community in 1991, and while even he doesn't know the exact total, his charitable giving runs into the millions of dollars. The Mad Butcher continues this tradition today with a HAND UP price on BBQ sausages for anyone fundraising — simply visit the local store and let them know what the fundraiser is for.

Click & Collect and Delivery

The Upper Hutt store offers Click & Collect available Monday to Saturday, with pickup after 12pm. Delivery runs Monday to Friday (no deliveries on public holidays) to select suburbs across Upper Hutt, with a same-day delivery service available for orders placed before 9am. A delivery fee applies.

What's on the Shelves

The range includes fresh beef, chicken, pork and lamb, along with small goods, frozen items and a grocery range. Popular picks include boneless and bone-in chicken cuts, chicken drumsticks and nibbles, pork mince, and frozen party packs, alongside weekly specials and Mad Butcher gift cards.

Refunds and Payment

The Mad Butcher offers a 100% purchase refund or total replacement for any product a customer isn't completely satisfied with, provided a receipt and the product are brought back to the store of purchase. All transactions are processed in New Zealand dollars, with payment accepted via Visa, Mastercard, Zip and Afterpay (a 1.8% surcharge applies to card payments).

Visiting Mad Butcher Upper Hutt

Mad Butcher Upper Hutt is located at 1098 Fergusson Drive, Upper Hutt, Wellington.

Signature items

  • In-Store Master Butchers
  • NZ Quality Mark Beef & Lamb
  • 100% NZ Grown Pork
  • Tegel Chicken
  • Weekly Specials
  • HAND UP BBQ Sausages

Menu

Beef

  • Beef Steak Mince (500gm Pack) — Weekly special beef steak mince

Pork

  • Pork Mince — Fresh pork mince

Chicken

  • NZ Boneless Chicken Breasts (Skin On) — Boneless chicken breasts with skin on
  • NZ Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Fillets — Boneless, skinless chicken breast fillets
  • NZ Chicken Thigh Fillets (Boneless Skinless) — Boneless, skinless chicken thigh fillets
  • NZ Chicken Thighs (Bone in) — Bone-in chicken thighs
  • NZ Chicken Drumsticks — Fresh NZ chicken drumsticks
  • NZ Chicken Nibbles (Plain & Marinated) — Chicken nibbles, available plain or marinated
  • Boneless Diced Chicken — Diced boneless chicken pieces

Gift Cards

  • $100 Mad Butcher Gift Card — A $100 gift card for in-store use

Small Goods & Frozen

  • 15pk Mini Battered Hotdogs — Pack of 15 mini battered hotdogs
  • Frozen Sliced Button Mushrooms (1kg pack) — Frozen sliced button mushrooms
  • Asian Party Pack (739g) — A 739g party pack of Asian-style snacks

Frequently asked questions

When is Click & Collect available?
Monday to Saturday, with pickup available after 12pm.
What are the delivery days and times?
Delivery runs Monday to Friday to select Upper Hutt suburbs, with same-day delivery for orders placed before 9am. A delivery fee applies.
Can I get custom meat cuts?
Yes, in-store Master Butchers can cut meat to any requirement and offer cooking and carving advice.
What is the refund policy?
A 100% refund or full replacement is offered for any product you're not satisfied with, provided you bring back the receipt and product.
Who founded the Mad Butcher?
Sir Peter Leitch founded the Mad Butcher in 1971.
What quality standards does the meat meet?
Carcass beef and lamb are NZ Quality Mark certified, pork is 100% NZ grown, and chicken is supplied by Tegel.
What payment methods are accepted?
Visa, Mastercard, Zip and Afterpay; a 1.8% surcharge applies to card payments.

Tips

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