Here at 4505 Meats we love working with local farmers and ranchers throughout the year to source high quality, pastured meats. We have a passion for butchery and love working with whole animals whenever possible. Since we approach the subject with the desire to EAT, having this control from start to finish allows us to fulfill that wish. We insist on working with farmer’s who are passionate about their animals and land. The results are reflected in the quality of meat from those first cuts to the end result of a cooked portion.
Beef
Grass fed beef is among our favorite things to have hanging in our walk-in refrigerator. It tastes like it should, BEEF. Often times we are working with dry aged beef. The flavor that develops from the dry aging process imparts a unique depth and helps tenderize the meat. We love portioning thick cut steaks, roasts, and grinding our custom burger mix fresh on a weekly basis. Try one of our vibrant, thick cut ribeye steaks and you will know what we are talking about. Although the bulk of our beef is 100% grass fed, we occasionally stock special items, such as grass fed/grain finished, dry aged prime rib roasts. The nutty flavor and tender texture are a fantastic pairing for a special feast.
Pork
Premium Pastured Pork. Whether we are making Chicharrones, sausage, thick cut pork chops, brined roasts or smoked bacon and jowl, this versatile animal is a pleasure to work with. Some of our favorite breeds include Duroc, Berkshire, Tamworth, and different types of crosses. This animal is a meaty blessing, and has a diverse potential for fresh, cured, and smoked applications. Try our cured, smoked pork jowl or liverwurst and you will know what we are talking about.
Lamb
Succulent, tender pastured lamb are great animals to work with because of their manageable size. In fact, this is how Ryan learned how to start working with larger whole animals. The portions are much smaller than pork and beef, but no less flavorful. Lamb is always what we suggest to those who would like to begin practicing butchery in a home setting. We love taking the flavor of lamb and mixing it with spicy, bold flavors like our custom Harissa spice blend. Try the merguez sausage and you will know what we are talking about.
Goat
A lesser utilized animal but equally as tasty, the goat presents a unique eating opportunity for those looking to expand their meaty horizons. Similar to lamb but different in many respects, this animal is actually the most commonly eaten red meat in the world. You might not know that otherwise, but give it a try and let us know what you think. The flavor can tend to be stronger, which can be partly attributed to the fact that the goat has a more diverse eating preference than a lamb. Try the braised lamb shank with curry recipe in Ryan’s book, Whole Beast Butchery, but substitute goat. You will know what we are talking about.
Chicken
People love chicken, and so do we. The majority of our chicken we source whole from a local farm that produces excellent results on pasture. We love working with the Poulet Rouge, which is different than your standard American meat bird. Inspired from a French style bird, these Poulet Rouge breeds are more active, hardy, and slower growing than the Cornish Cross breeds you will find in most stores. A higher activity level and more voracious foraging means a better tasting bird. You will also notice a difference in the overall shape of the bird, such as a longer breast. Try our house made chicken stock or chicken confit and you will know what we are talking about.
Duck
This decadent, darker meat bird is wonderfully flavored. Ducks are typically higher in fat content, as you can imagine ducks in the wild would need a good layer of insulation from cold water temperatures. If you are looking for some extra fat and a stronger, more decadent flavor, try one of our ducks. A slow seared, skin-on breast will yield juicy, medium rare results with crispy skin to complete the experience. Or try one of our whole holiday ducks, stuffed with truffled Tartine bakery bread and you will know what we are talking about.
Rabbit
Another lesser known animal amongst American meat culture, but tender and flavorful in its own right. The rabbit is an efficient, sustainable meat option that you may see from time to time on a fancy restaurant menu, but this should not intimidate you from trying it at home. It is a naturally leaner animal, so for those who prefer chicken, you may find rabbit to be the next best thing. Try a whole braised rabbit with white wine and garlic, or keep an eye out for our seasonal rabbit sausage and you will know what we are talking about.
Main
Classic Cheeseburger with all the fixings
$8.00
Grass fed, dry aged beef from Magruder Ranch on a house made buttery sesame scallion bun (gruyere, lettuce, sliced red onion, and secret sauce)
Make it a double
$11.00
Add an egg to anything$2.00
Spicy Lamb Merguez
$8.00
Our hand made 100% Lamb sausage with bold and spicy harissa, red onion, a touch of vinegar, served with fresh greens and citrus vinaigrette
Smoked Pork and Cheddar Sausage
$6.00
A smoky 1/4th of a pound sausage made with pork, Tillamook cheddar, dried chiles, and a touch of heat to melt your taste buds
4505 Bacon Studded Hot Dog
$5.00
Our signature Bacon Studded Hot Dog, naturally smoked to juicy perfection
Make it Zilla Style
$3.00
Add zilla style to any dog or sausage with Namu Kimchi, scallions, $$$ sauce, topped with 4505 Chicharrones
4505 Bag of Chicharrones
$3.50
Lime Mint Iced Tea
$3.00
Bottled Water
$1.00
Magruder Beef & River Dog Pork
Rib-Eye
Lb$17.99
Skirt
Lb$13.25
Short Rib
Lb$11.50
Brisket
Lb$8.25
Flat Iron
Lb$12.25
Pork Chop
Lb$11.99
Boneless Belly
Lb$9.50
Porterhouse
Lb$10.99
Ham Hock
Lb$7.99
Bog Treats
$4.50
Beef Fat
$2.00
Pork Fat
$2.00
All Purpose Stock
$10.00
4505 Meats Handmade Sausage
Boudin Noir Next Week!
Bacon Studded Hot Dog
$8.00
Cheddar Bratwurst
$9.00
Chicken & Magnolia Beef
$9.00
Maple Bacon Breakfast
$10.00
Lamb mergez
$12.00
Chicken Apple Calados
$9.00
Sausage to Your Doorstep
In addition to the fresh sausage we offer at our two Farmer’s Market locations, we have five tasty offerings which can be shipped anywhere in the nation via 2 day Fed Ex. These meaty goods are perfect for any occasion, just add heat and let the flavor speak for itself. All orders can be placed at the 4505 Meats online store. Order your sausage here and have it shipped anywhere in the nation. Whether it’s the gift of meaty love or an addition to your own kitchen, these sausages are packed with flavor, love, and a 2 day Fed Ex delivery to your doorstep.
Bacon Studded Hot Dogs
Our signature hot dog, studded with bacon and naturally smoked to juicy perfection. These snappy dogs have were inspired by the plump juicy ball park franks from Ryan’s childhood. As the dog heats up, the bacon melts and creates an extra juicy flavorful dog that you will surely not forget!
Chicken Beer Sausage
A boudin blanc style sausage made with a lot of fresh local San Francisco Magnolia Brewery beer. The addition of cream and eggs creates a delicately delicious texture, while dried apricots and mustard seeds accent the flavor of beer. 100% chicken, 100% awesome.
Cheddar Bratwurst
A smokey pork and Tillamook cheddar cheese brat that will melt your taste buds. The addition of chiles and brown sugar lends a slightly spicy and balanced sweetness. Some people say that putting cheese in a sausage is cheating. We say it’s freaking delicious.
Maple Bacon Breakfast Sausage
Our signature breakfast sausage with pure maple syrup flavor. Fresh sage and red pepper flakes add plenty of good flavor, making this breakfast sausage the perfect addition to eggs, sandwiches, stuffing, and any sweet and savory application you might be able to think of.
Chicken Apple Calvados Sausage
Chicken, a touch of pork, apples, and calvados make this sausage unique and a flavorful addition to just about anything. It’s sweet, but not too sweet. It’s savory, but not too savory. It’s just plain delicious and deserves a place in your pan.