Ćevapi - Balkan Meat Market

Traditional Balkan Skinless Grill Sausages

Ćevapi are one of the most iconic foods in Balkan cuisine. These skinless sausages are handcrafted using a traditional blend of seasoned meats carefully mixed to achieve a juicy texture and rich savory flavor.

Unlike smoked products, ćevapi are sold uncooked and are intended to be grilled or pan cooked before serving. This cooking process enhances their natural juices, creating a tender interior with a lightly crisp exterior.

Deeply rooted in Eastern European culinary tradition, ćevapi are commonly enjoyed at family gatherings, street food markets, and grilled meals. Their simplicity and bold flavor make them a staple across generations.

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Our Varieties

Signature Ćevapi (Beef and Pork Blend)

A balanced blend of beef and pork that delivers a juicy and flavorful bite. It offers a traditional taste profile with a soft texture and rich seasoning.

Sarajevski Ćevapi (100 percent Beef)

A classic Sarajevo style ćevapi made entirely from beef. It has a firmer texture and a deeper, more robust flavor that reflects authentic regional preparation.

Signature Ćevapi (Beef and Pork Blend)

A balanced blend of beef and pork that delivers a juicy and flavorful bite. It offers a traditional taste profile with a soft texture and rich seasoning.

Sarajevski Ćevapi (100 percent Beef)

A classic Sarajevo style ćevapi made entirely from beef. It has a firmer texture and a deeper, more robust flavor that reflects authentic regional preparation.

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Testimonials

    
 
 
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   Robert Crutcher 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I’ve been gone form Detroit for a while just came back and have been trying to catch these guys open on Vandyke and lantz so I can try that famous pork skin and if they have it I want the big piece of pork skin they eat with the guacamole 😩
  
 
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   danmc4039 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Gave me some samples and made my decision on what to buy extremely difficult 🙃 everything delicious 😋 I bought chevapi not sure if that's spelled correctly however,  awesome!!!
  
 
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   Michael Pastrami 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Always fresh and friendly! I highly recommend the cracklings
  
 
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   Paul Pirvu 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great place for smoked meats.
Once you try it, you're hooked.
  
 
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   Fernando Hernandez Altonar 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Best Smoke Meat in Michigan, love it!
  
 
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   Bambam 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Last of just a few producing hundreds year old school Smoked Meats,  this 2nd generation Master since 1975 took over for dad who constructed the in house Smoker still in use today filling with layers of Hickory Wood making the very best Smoked Meats around town,  yes a true Detroit Classic like many old business the kids have zero interest in carrying on. Oh I've known dozens great older business with 2nd and 3rd generation families that closed the last decade.  You must venture out to sample the fabulous meats,  yeah free tastes to all . I purchased over half of what taste and save more for next visit.  Worth the 20 mile drive on a Saturday adventure planned for a while.  The main reason they advertise Best CEVAPI in America hey we all agree they no lie. Found he supplies many of the eating spots that sell this treat.  Just take a look at me photos and plan your visit soon.
Cevapi, or cevapcici, are small minced meat kebabs that are commonly made of ground beef or a mix of beef mince with other meats such as pork, veal or lamb.  The flavors are reminiscent of one of my favorite kebab, Lebanese kafta, but the rolls are much smaller and more delicate.  The Turkish influence on this dish is clear, and there are many regional variations that play with the size, shape, meat mince and blend, flavorings, and final presentation.  In Bosnia, the cevapi are  short, squat and slightly fat.  Each one is a mere hungry mouthful or two full of meat.  Croatian cevapi are slightly longer, and Bulgarian cevapi are thick and fat like short sausages.
A sample of some of the great Meats they make,         Suva Slanina be Smoked Bacon
Suvi Vrat be Smoked Meat
Pecenica be Smoked Neck
Tirolska Salami
Sunkarica Ham Salami
Lovacka Kobasica be Hunter Sausage
Domaca Suva Kobasica be Hot Smoked Sausage
Cevapi be Skinless Sausage
Smoked Pork Ribs
Suho Meso be Smoked Beef
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   TMRWLND Studio 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Be smart, get yourself some bacon and cured meats from this incredible shop. The food is amazing, the service is great and everyone was very friendly - the service from the gentleman working the counter this morning was excellent.
  
 
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   NanC Elis 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My family been coming here for years. I ❤️ Balkan Meat Market! 🙌

Traditional Serving Style

When grilled properly, ćevapi develop a smoky juicy flavor that pairs perfectly with traditional sides such as flatbread, onions, and condiments like ajvar. They are best enjoyed fresh off the grill, making them ideal for family meals and outdoor gatherings.

(313) 368-9888

Traditional Balkan Skinless Grill Sausages

Our Varieties

Signature Ćevapi (Beef and Pork Blend)

Sarajevski Ćevapi (100 percent Beef)

Signature Ćevapi (Beef and Pork Blend)

Sarajevski Ćevapi (100 percent Beef)

Testimonials

Traditional Serving Style

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