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Oakland's 3 top meat shops (that won't break the bank)

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Published on December 18, 2019
Oakland's 3 top meat shops (that won't break the bank)Taylor's Sausage | Photo: Michael M./Yelp

Looking to try the top meat shops around?

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable meat shops in Oakland, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to venture when cravings strike.

1. Taylor's Sausage

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Topping the list is Taylor's Sausage. Located in Swan's Market at 907 Washington St. in Old Oakland, Taylor's Sausage is the highest-rated budget-friendly meat shop in Oakland, boasting 4.5 stars out of 186 reviews on Yelp.

Yelper Sandy P., who reviewed Taylor's Sausage on Aug. 28, wrote, "After trying the sausages here, I realized I can never go back to a regular store-bought sausage."

2. North Side Supermarket

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Next up is North Side Supermarket, situated at 4505 Market St. (at the corner of 45th and Market streets). With four stars out of 19 reviews on Yelp, it has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for a low-priced option.

Yelper Angelina G., who reviewed North Side Supermarket on Dec. 4, 2018, wrote, "This little market has what every corner store traditionally carries: a meat counter, fresh produce, a decent amount of basic essentials and, of course, a litter of conventional spirits."

3. Los Hermanos Produce and Meat Market

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Then there's Los Hermanos Produce and Meat Market, another cheap go-to, with four stars out of 10 Yelp reviews. Head over to 1723 Fruitvale Ave. to see for yourself.

The family-owned business is run by four brothers from Mexico and specializes in groceries from South America, Central America and North America, which includes fresh vegetables, fruits, dry fruits and meats, according to its Yelp page. 


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