Island Market Meat Department

Wanted a couple beef shanks and trying to avoid Cardenas cuz that place can be a zoo esp on weekends. Found this place on yelp and called ahead. Got two meaty frozen shanks. Cooked a soup. Will return and try other items.

Date: 1/3/2021 Time: 2:30 PM 50° CloudyAfter a visit to Lucky Stores in search for some neckbones, which they did not have, I did a yelp search for meat markets that were in the area. The search resulted in several businesses. I chose Island Market Meat Department on High Street. I called them and yes, they had neck bones. Husband and I arrived there. Street parking in front of the market can be problematic. I haven't been in this neck of the wood for several years. The meat department is to the left of the entrance. The neckbones are fresh and $8.00 for four pounds. That's a deal. The butcher even cut them at no additional cost. First time here and I am thoroughly satisfied with the quality of the steaks, chops and the neckbones.I now know where I can get my fresh neckbones - Island Market Meat Department. They also have different meat packages posted on the wall, which brings me back to the memories of a meat department in this market that was on 20th & Telegraph Avenue in the late 70's, early 80's. Definitely there will be returned visits to this business.

The owner's name is Sam. He sells good quality meat with good price here. I went in to get meat for my Company's bbq, and Sam marinated meat as requested right in front of me. My employees love it!! I got newly marinated 25lbs of boneless chicken thighs, spicy sausages, and chicken wings.Tip: Call in ahead if you want Sam to prep order (marinate, bag, etc...) for you sooner, so you don't have to wait.Call couple days ahead to ensure that he'll have the best freshest quality of meat on the day you pick up since there are only fews shipments coming in every week.

I grew up in the neighborhood been going to the store since I was 2 years old I am 55 now and I still shop at this store They have reasonable prices for any kind of household needs that you may need snacks meat anything that you can get it any other store they have it there check them out

Meat department is tucked in the corner of the liquor store/market. Owner is super friendly and helpful. Varieties of meats/cuts are endless, they have types that you typically don't find at most meat shops, and the prices are super reasonable. While at work, I was told that I had a last minute BBQ event that I had to go to and it was a potluck style.. thankfully, the owner helped me marinade a bag of wings I ordered, and the flavor came out finger licking good! Score!! *** call a couple hours ahead if you need something marinaded - One stop shop.

Hands down, the best meats in the Bay Area! Super friendly owner who will give you quality recommendations! If you are looking to throw a BBQ, it is definitely worth the trip out here. Ask him for his secret menu items like the chicken wings or the freshly marinated Kalbi. But make sure to call ahead, they are sure to run out!Say hello to Sam for me! He is seriously the best!

We have been buying booze at Island Market for years but wanted to stock up at meat at a market with few people due to covid crap. 4 people in line a head of me, all kept their space. Sam cut t-bones for me to speck. I bought pork butt, beef chuck for pot roast and stew, chickens, and any cut I asked for Sam pulled it out of the walk in regardless of it being in the show case! Amazing! I'm going to be buying all my neat there!

My very favorite meat market! They have the best and freshest meat. There prices are great for the meat packages. You can substitute items and Sam is the best. Always friendly and gives me dry salami for the kids.

Good quality meat and Sam is the best. Nice guy and will trim meat to your specifications. Been going there for years.

They were bomb! Cut my oxtail exactly the way I wanted it, no complaints! They were welcoming, and the meat was fresh. My Go-to for anything meat related!