Where to Find Authentic Wisbiski Polish Sausage in Town

As a lover of quality smoked sausages, I was thrilled to discover Wisbiski a brand crafting old-world style Polish sausages right here in Portland. Their fresh kielbasa and smoked links stand out from the packed supermarket cooler, harkening back to classic flavors and textures. Here’s where to get your hands on authentic Wisbiski sausages locally.

What Makes Wisbiski Polish Sausage Special

The Wisbiski family has been hand-making sausages in Portland since 1975, using traditional family recipes. This dedication to time-honored techniques results in Polish sausage with distinctly superior flavor and texture. Here’s what makes Wisbiski sausages so good:

• All natural pork and spices – no artificial ingredients or fillers

• Cured and smoked over native hardwoods – for authentic smoky flavor

• Extra smack of garlic – their seasoning blend really lets the garlic shine

• Tender, juicy texture – thanks to just the right ratio of fat to meat

• Snappy, natural casings – old-fashioned sheep casings give the sausages great “bite”

You can really taste the care and quality that goes into these sausages. Wisbiski’s are made in small batches and have clearly recognizable flavors like the garlic and smoke.

Where to Buy Locally

I scoured butcher shops and grocery stores to find out the best places to pick up Wisbiski close to home. Here are my top recommendations for buying it in the Portland area:

Vince & Joe’s Gourmet Market

This upscale market carries the full line of Wisbiski Polish sausages. You can get both the fresh and smoked varieties here. Flavors include traditional kielbasa, spicy jalapeno, and cheese-stuffed kielbasa.

Vince & Joe’s also makes its own fresh kielbasa daily in house. Be sure to compare it against the Wisbiski to see which you prefer! Their meat counter team is very knowledgeable if you need cooking tips.

Steve’s Cheese, Meat & Deli

With several Portland area locations, Steve’s markets and delis stock a wide range of Wisbiski smoked sausage varieties. This is the go-to to grab lunch meats like smoked kielbasa rings, smoked beef sticks, and snack sticks from Wisbiski.

Steve’s has some killer deli sandwiches featuring the sausages as well. Try the Italian grinder with kielbasa or the spicy sausage sandwich with jalapenos.

New Seasons

Stop by the butcher counter at New Seasons for high-quality fresh kielbasa rope sausages from Wisbiski. They typically have a few smoked Wisbiski options in the pre-packaged section too. I like picking up the fresh kielbasa to cook and add to meals at home.

Chuck’s Produce & Street Market

This small local market in St. Johns carries Wisbiski goodies you won’t find at bigger stores. Check out their freezer for hard-to-find Wisbiski offerings like hunter’s sausage, beer brats, and smoked pork chops. They also stock fresh garlic kielbasa rope.

Food Front Cooperative

The NW Portland community-owned cooperative Food Front stocks container-packed fresh Wisbiski kielbasa in their self-service meat case. It’s awesome to have access to hand crafted, local sausages at the co-op! Pick some up to sauté with veggies and potatoes.

Gartner’s Country Meat Market

Located in Aurora, Oregon, German butcher shop Gartner’s makes and stocks Wisbiski smoked sausages alongside their own handmade links. Try the double smoked kielbasa and garlic kielbasa. They also carry snack sticks, ham, and bacon. Worth the drive for sausage fans!

Hillsboro Farmers’ Market

Catch the Wisbiski folks and their mobile smoker at the Hillsboro Farmers’ Market. Sample all their sausages and stock up on vacuum-packed links and kielbasa to take home. You can also place custom orders for large family packs.

This is a great way to buy direct from the source and get the freshest Wisbiski around. Check their website for the weekly schedule.

How to Cook Wisbiski Sausages

From slicing up kielbasa for sandwiches and pizzas to grilling the smoked links, Wisbiski sausages shine in so many dishes. Here are my favorite ways to cook them up:

• Sear halved or sliced kielbasa in a pan with onions & peppers for a quick, flavorful sauté.

• Grill or pan-fry smoked links for beer-friendly brats with all the fixings.

• Sizzle chopped kielbasa in place of ground beef for seriously upgraded tacos.

• Bake bite-sized pieces into hearty casseroles, soups, and pasta sauces.

• Take kielbasa camping to grill or cook over the fire – it travels well!

• Substitute spicy smoked sausage in any recipe calling for chorizo or andouille.