Wild Fork, the specialty meat and seafood market renowned for its exotic offerings, has officially opened its doors in Long Beach. Located at the Marketplace shopping center, southeast of the intersection of Second Street and Pacific Coast Highway, Wild Fork is now offering a diverse range of meats and seafood for adventurous chefs and food enthusiasts.
Grand Opening Celebration
The grand opening event for Wild Fork will take place on September 25, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Attendees will have the opportunity to taste a variety of products available at the store. The first 50 customers to make a purchase and provide their email at checkout will receive a free swag bag. Additionally, anyone spending $100 or more will have the chance to spin a prize wheel and take home the product it lands on.
Regular Tasting Events
In addition to the grand opening, Wild Fork will host regular tastings every Saturday from noon to 2 p.m. These events will feature live barbecue, a thawing demonstration, and a raffle for those who sign up with their email.
Product Offerings
Wild Fork offers a wide range of frozen and vacuum-sealed products, including both staple and exotic meats:
Staples: Chicken breast, ground pork, and various steak cuts.
Exotic Meats: Duck legs, elk medallions, whole rabbit, yak, bison, and alligator.
Seafood: Clams, salmon, and other seafood options.
For those who prefer minimal preparation, Wild Fork also provides ready-to-eat frozen meals such as grass-fed beef lasagna, black truffle fiocchetti, and chicken tikka masala.
Pricing and Location
The store’s pricing ranges from economical to premium:
Ground Beef: $3.78 per pound
Wagyu Beef Tomahawk Steak: $49.98 per pound
Wild Fork’s Long Beach location is situated at 6405 E Pacific Coast Hwy. The store is open daily from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Company Background
Wild Fork is part of a larger chain with over 50 locations across North America. The company, owned by JBS S.A., the world’s largest meat processor, also operates stores in Huntington Beach, Costa Mesa, and Manhattan Beach.
Wild Fork’s Long Beach store, formerly a Ruby’s Diner, marks the latest addition to the chain’s expanding presence, promising to deliver an exceptional range of meat and seafood products to the local community.