Wayland's Meat Market - Oakland, California

Nikki M.

This is my second time coming here and I loooove it. It's clean. No flies. They are very patient. The customer service is top tier. I don't get any bad vibes like I have from other meat markets. I will be back. Definitely recommend.

Charlie R.

Finally went there for the first time today and bought some lamb shoulder chops. They were some of the best lamb chops I’ve ever had. Very fresh and the people were nice. They have a lot of meat and I was happy to give it a try. Very satisfied and we’ll go back.

Collin J.

I'll be honest, I've never been here myself. I can't speak to their products, merely to their character as compassionate human beings.

My wife was traveling for work and needed to keep some important medication at a certain temperature. She found herself without a reliable refrigerator or thermometer. Desperate to salvage the medication, she sought help from nearby businesses. Wayland's Meat Market stepped up and helped her in her time of need, offering her one of their thermometers to keep. I can't thank them enough for this generosity. They really saved the day.

I expect that that sort of care is also put toward their products, customers and community. So, drop by if you're in the neighborhood and tell them Collin says "thanks for the thermometer"!

Tyrone T.

Oakland's hidden gem! Nicest people! 1st impression. Super clean, deli displays are so clean and clear it looks like you're in a museum. Everything looked really fresh and tasty! I'll be back to buy again for sure!

david E.

Have not been in this market for about 25 years or better, had been thinking about rabbit and alligator since last year. Fellow co-workers have been talking about ordering from Houston or Louisiana for our fix.

After leaving the Greek Festival Saturday I turned left off of MacArthur onto Fruitvale and noticed the signs on the window and immediately stopped ran in and bought a couple rabbits.

Soon as I got home I called a few of the fellas and planned on barbecuing Monday, however I couldn’t wait, Sunday thawed then got my crock pot chopped my rabbit added fresh herbs and potatoes onion let simmer for seven hours.

GOOD LORD

Andrea L.

When in the Oakland Bay Area, Wayland Meats is the Market for all your fresh Meats and groceries. As soon as I walked in, I was impressed with the clean Store and brightness. The meat display Fridge is fully stocked from various sausages to Beef cuts, Pork, even Seafood. The customer service is great. The owners treat everyone with respect and kindness.
Parking on the other hand is a challenge in this area especially if you’re disabled or limited ability,
I circle around the block maybe once on occasion.
The hours have changed since pandemic, so get there before 5:30pm.
I rate Wayland’s as a Quality Meat Market.

Trisha C.

This was horrible. I only needed steaks and a baguette for dinner and decided to go local: meat at Wayland’s and a baguette from La ferine. We got home and got the meat ready to grill. It smelled horribly. I mean nasty. I didn’t mention it to my spouse who was grilling because I thought it was just me. Then we started eating and we both gagged. It was bad tenderloin! We were not around to return it the next day when they opened at 11 so we tossed it. $32 in tenderloin inedible. Do not go to this butcher market for beef. Disgusting

Alex P.

These guys are terrific. Great for beet and pork especially, though they also sell a lot of more exotic stuff-- and alligator and goat, among some others. They also have a deli counter. The sandwiches are easily among the best lunch deals in the neighborhood.