Reservations
Online Ordering
Reservations
Online Ordering
EXCLUSIVELY FROM PAT LAFRIEDA MEAT PURVEYORS
Prime 850 Club
The top 3% of all beef in America, dry aged 30 to 90 days and served in Newtown at Donatelli’s.
Photo courtesy of Pat LaFrieda Meat Purveyors
The Program
Beyond Prime. The Top 3% of American Beef.
Prime 850 Club is an exclusive Pat LaFrieda Meat Purveyors program featuring the true top 25% of Prime beef, representing the top 3% in all of America. Raised and grazed in the United States, it offers a level of quality not available from any other purveyor.
Photo courtesy of Pat LaFrieda Meat Purveyors
By the Numbers
850+
USDA POINTS PER PRIMAL
Top 25%
OF PRIME BEEF
Top 3%
IN ALL AMERICA
30–90
DAYS DRY AGED
Three Standards. No Compromise.
- I
- US Raised & Grazed
- Proudly raised and grazed in the United States, ensuring the highest quality from start to finish.
- II
- 850+ USDA Score
- Every primal scores over 850 points by USDA standards, more than double the 400-point minimum required for regular Prime.
- III
- 30–90 Day Dry Aging
- Expertly dry aged for 30 to 90 days to concentrate flavor and achieve optimal tenderness, a result only time can deliver.
How It Compares
USDA Prime vs. Prime 850 Club
| Feature | USDA Prime | Prime 850 Club |
|---|---|---|
| Share of American beef | Top 8% | Top 3% |
| Minimum USDA score | 400 points | 850+ points |
| Dry aging | Not required | 30–90 days |
| Availability | Many purveyors | Pat LaFrieda only |
Photo courtesy of Pat LaFrieda Meat Purveyors
Our Partnership
Donatelli’s & Pat LaFrieda
Pat LaFrieda Meat Purveyors is the name behind many of the country’s most celebrated steakhouses. Prime 850 Club is their most selective program, and Donatelli’s is proud to bring it to our table in Newtown.
Exclusivity
Prime 850 Club is offered only by Pat LaFrieda Meat Purveyors and is not available from any other supplier.
Authenticity
Every cut arrives certified to its 850+ USDA score, sourced directly from Pat LaFrieda.
Commitment
Partnering with the most selective program in American beef reflects our promise: nothing but the finest on your plate.
Questions
Frequently Asked
How is authenticity guaranteed?
All Prime 850 Club beef is exclusively distributed by Pat LaFrieda Meat Purveyors and comes with certification verifying its 850+ USDA score. The program is not available through any other purveyor.
Why is the beef dry aged for 30–90 days?
Extended dry aging allows natural enzymes to break down muscle fibers, creating unparalleled tenderness while concentrating flavor. The 30–90 day range lets each cut be optimized for its specific characteristics.
What does the USDA score measure?
The USDA scoring system evaluates marbling, maturity, texture, and color. Standard Prime requires a minimum of 400 points; Prime 850 Club more than doubles that standard.
All Prime 850 Club beef is exclusively distributed by Pat LaFrieda Meat Purveyors and comes with certification verifying its 850+ USDA score. The program is not available through any other purveyor.
Extended dry aging allows natural enzymes to break down muscle fibers, creating unparalleled tenderness while concentrating flavor. The 30–90 day range lets each cut be optimized for its specific characteristics.
The USDA scoring system evaluates marbling, maturity, texture, and color. Standard Prime requires a minimum of 400 points; Prime 850 Club more than doubles that standard.