Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Source for Fresh Meat & Poultry in the Bay Area
Modesto Food Distributors was established in 1972 to bring Fulton Valley Chickens to San Francisco. Over five decades, we have grown into a trusted provider of fresh meat, poultry, game birds, and specialty products across the San Francisco Bay Area. Our extensive customer base includes caterers, institutions, retailers, hotels, and wholesalers, supported by a fleet enabling daily or every-other-day deliveries. We source directly from local and national processors, ensuring rapid inventory turnover for unmatched freshness. Our USDA-inspected facilities feature refrigerated cutting rooms for custom portion control, slicing, grinding, and packaging tailored to client specifications.We hold certifications for organic and halal processing, with third-party audit capabilities available upon request. Our team anticipates client needs to prevent shortages, offering ground meats, portion-controlled items, and holiday-specific preparations. With specialized logistics for fresh and frozen lamb, turkeys from leading brands, and air-freighted game birds, we combine industry expertise with personalized service to meet diverse culinary demands.
Services
Meat Distribution
Poultry Processing
Game Bird Supply
Custom Cutting
Organic Certification
Details
- Year established: 1972
Highlights and features
- 50+ years serving Bay Area food industry since 1972
- USDA-inspected processing facilities with daily inventory turnover
- Certified organic and halal processing capabilities
- Custom meat preparation with portion control options
- Daily delivery network covering 9-county Bay Area
Associations and certifications
- USDA
- Halal Advisory Group
- Certified Organic Processor
Services
Chicken Distribution
We offer a comprehensive chicken product line including Marys brand items from whole birds to portion-controlled cuts. Our rapid inventory turnover ensures freshness while selective sourcing guarantees premium quality. Custom processing options include slicing, grinding, and cubing to meet specific preparation needs for restaurants and retailers.
Custom Meat Processing
Our USDA-inspected facilities provide daily meat processing including portion control, dicing, slicing, and grinding. We handle beef, pork, lamb, and specialty meats with dedicated equipment for custom orders. This service ensures precise specifications for commercial kitchens and foodservice operations.
Organic Meat Production
We maintain certified organic processing capabilities for pork sourced from Iowa family farms. Our organic program includes dedicated handling procedures and documentation to meet USDA Organic standards. Products are rushed fresh daily to maintain integrity and quality.
Game Bird Supply
Our game bird offerings include fresh Peking ducks from Marys and Maple Leaf, Muscovy ducks from Grimuad Farms, and air-freighted pheasants. We also provide rabbits, quail, and guinea hens with custom cutting options for specialty restaurants and gourmet markets.
Holiday Turkey Service
During peak seasons, we operate specialized crews for holiday turkey preparation. This includes fresh whole turkeys, boned rolled breasts, and ground turkey with expedited processing. Our capacity handles high-volume orders while maintaining product freshness and presentation standards.
Questions
What areas do you deliver to?
We deliver throughout the San Francisco Bay Area from Colma to Petaluma, including Livermore, Fremont, San Jose, and Walnut Creek.
Do you offer organic meat options?
Yes, we're certified organic processors with Iowa-sourced pork and other products available through our USDA-inspected facilities.
Can you handle custom meat cutting requests?
Our refrigerated cutting rooms provide daily custom processing including portion control, slicing, grinding, and specialty cuts to your specifications.
What poultry products do you carry?
We offer chicken, turkey, ducks, and game birds including Marys brand products, Willie Bird turkeys, and specialty items like quail and pheasants.
How do I place an order?
Contact our Order Desk at 650.756.3603 during business hours or leave a message after hours for next-day processing and delivery arrangements.
Are halal-certified products available?
Yes, we maintain halal certification through the Halal Advisory Group and can process products to meet specific religious dietary requirements.
