4505 Meats

If you're going to be in San Francisco, I highly recommend making a visit to The Ferry Building.  Ride a trolley car down the Embaracadero, take in the sights of the beautiful San Francisco Bay, get off at The Ferry Building, take a walk inside, and savor the smells of all the beautiful artisinal vendors that await you.

The Ferry Building has a little of everything to satisfy the foodie inside of you.  Save your appetite, though, and after venturing through, make sure to take a walk outside on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, to visit the Farmer's Market outside.  This is where you surely will not be disappointed.

4505 Meats is a small meat vendor serving freshly grilled meats to patrons visiting the Farmer's Market.  The smell of the grilled meats intoxicates you, attracting you closer to their chalkboard menu portraying some of the best items you possibly could imagine at a Farmer's Market.

Turducken sandwich?  Duck Sausage?  Fried Turkey Leg?  Yes, please.

Fried chicken gizzards

The fried chicken gizzards were soul-satisfying and nothing short of amazing with every subsequent bite.  They were fried to a crisp, juicy, gamey perfection, smothered in gravy, with a little green onion for crunch and color.  And for $3?  A steal.

Duck Sausage

The duck sausage was one of the best I have ever had.  Ground, seasoned duck meat stuffed inside a sausage casing with black pepper and herbs.  Served on a hot-dog style bun with arugula leaves. It was so incredibly flavorful and moist.  Every bite revealed a sea of juices just pouring from the inside of the sausage. The arugula added a fresh, peppery bite, and the soft bun complemented it all.

Sitting at the communal picnic tables, getting a draft from the bay, and being able to watch so many people venture through the area made the experience 10x more better.  Spark up a conversation with the people sitting next to you.  They're here for the same reason.

4505 Meats

Farmer's Market at One Ferry Building

San Francisco, CA 94105

Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays ONLY