round primal · Canada
In Czech Republic, this cut is váleček.
About this cut
A small, tight-grained, very lean oval muscle embedded in the outside round. Uniform shape makes it ideal for roasting and slicing thin (roast beef deli meat). Can be tough if overcooked.
| rare | Rare | → | Krvavý |
| medium rare | Medium rare | → | Středně krvavý |
| medium | Medium | → | Středně propečený |
| well done | Well done | → | Propečený |
Doneness terminology varies by country and restaurant. When unsure, describe what you want — e.g., “warm red center” — rather than relying on the name alone.
“eye of round” in Canada maps to canonical eye of round (round: Small oval muscle within the outside round). In Czech Republic, look for labels such as váleček. A small, tight-grained, very lean oval muscle embedded in the outside round. Uniform shape makes it ideal for roasting and slicing thin (roast beef deli meat). Can be tough if overcooked.
This information is for educational purposes only and may vary by region or butcher practices.