I don't usually shop and tourist places like this but when I saw all the olive jars I could not…read moreresist. The olive tasting is so easy they just hand you a cup of bread and they have these little cups and it's not like you have to ask to taste each one it's all self-serve and I get it it could be a risk for a business to lose a lot of product that way but it really made it and enjoyable experience for me so I appreciated that. The olive oils are absolutely incredible we ended up buying three my favorite was the Tuscan herb do not leave without a bottle from this spot you will have regrets.

A very cute atmosphere with lots of flavors of olive oil. They also have a boutique style shop…read morearound the olive oil bar that sells a variety of things.

I've been to this farmers market no less than 20 times. Its good and the perfect size. A nice mix…read moreof fresh produce and good things to munch on. A solid selection of live plants and knickknacks A little bit sparse lately and some homeless noticeably about. Last words...get your steps in.

An easy evening excursion. It operates Tues. from 4-8PM and extends to the bay (convention center)…read moreand the corner Rite Aid pharmacy (a good 7 blocks?). A MIXED VENUE with food trucks, produce, health and beauty products, and some crafts and accessories. I am not sure but sometimes I hear music from a distance. Live music would definitely bring me back and linger longer.

Stopped by Troia's Market in Monterey and was really impressed. The sandwiches are HUGE, fresh, and…read moredefinitely worth it! The staff was friendly and welcoming. They also kindly let me walk my dog quickly through while I ordered, grabbed a drink, and checked out, which I really appreciated. Great local spot, highly recommend! We stayed at the Portola Hotel & Spa and it's about 1 block away. Quick walk to grab lunch.

Best Gourmet Sandwich on earth. Artwork The lady who…read moremakes the sandwiches needs an award

I come here every time we are in town. The are three specific people I visit. The hummus guy…read more(hummus-Jalapeño and garlic are the standout favs in my family), The Wise Goat (probiotic salsa (she has a bunch of other pro and prebiotic products), and the Kitchen Table Cultures (bone broth). This time around we picked up some berries that didn't disappoint. They have a lot to offer and some stands have long lines (I assume that's a good sign). What I love...no dogs allowed in the market, it makes the ambiance more pleasing (for me personally). Worth a stop for sure. The only downside...no coffee dealers but then again, I go to ACME in seaside for the best coffee in the area.

Food - the goods at this market look spectacular. They are grown very locally...just leave town…read moreand you'll see where. Service - it's a Farmers Market. They're all the same. Ambiance - it's at the Del Monte Shopping Center parking lot. A mall. The only mall for miles and miles. (Carmel doesn't count. Maybe Seaside/Sand City is getting bigger and Salinas is a world apart) There are others such as the one in downtown Monterey à la Alvarado Street but this looks to be the one in the mall parking lot. Luckily this mall isn't full the majority of the time (if ever?) because the parking lot is enormous and provides enough space for vendors. Little pricey for a farmers market. However, I did end up purchasing some salmon fresh off the boat, brought it home and cooked it that evening. ~$30 per pound so like I said, a little pricey. But dang it was good. The "Del Monte Market" location and the "Monterey" market are the same place according to the website. The parking lot of the mall. Who knows...

Great fresh sandwich options at this deli in the back of a cute market. Tried turkey roast beef…read morecombo

I'm not sure what's going on with the deli staff at Nielsen Brothers, but the experience has been…read moreconsistently disappointing. This morning, both employees saw me standing at the counter waiting. One was folding towels, the other was facing me. They made eye contact multiple times, then deliberately looked away without acknowledging me. It was very obvious I needed help with something. I had placed an online order for two sandwiches, which came out to $33.69. For that price, the least I expect is basic acknowledgment. After waiting long enough, I finally asked, "Am I in the wrong area?" Instead of a simple, polite response, I was met with an irritated "What do you need?" from both of them, as if I was inconveniencing them. When I explained I had an online order, I was told, "It's right there," with a dismissive point toward the shelves. No greeting, no guidance, no courtesy. I'm a local resident and work in healthcare. Even on difficult days, I make a conscious effort to treat people with respect and kindness. It's not that hard to acknowledge someone standing right in front of you. This world is already full of enough frustration and rage. A little basic courtesy goes a long way. On a positive note, the hot dog stand guy out front is always super nice and friendly, which makes the contrast even more noticeable. Customer service doesn't require perfection, just basic decency. Unfortunately, that seems to be missing here.

Thursdays from 10am - 2pm! This is such a great farmers…read moremarket. Beautiful fresh fruits, vegetables, eggs, honey, and, flowers from local farms. Local artists artwork, especially ceramics, highlighted. And, local delicacies from independent bakeries and eateries represented, including breads from Ad Astra and empanadas from Cafe Guarani. There's also live entertainment to be enjoyed. Friendly service from each stall visited. A fun time every time! CHEERS!

First time here. Such a beautiful scenic town with so much character! I would highly recommend this…read morefor a getaway with a special someone since it's more catered to that. Beautiful clean beaches and upscale shopping areas with cottage designed shops and secret pathways. They have upscale bakeries as well as fine dining options. I also went to the Mission but it was unfortunately closed. The vibe of this small town is very nice and positive. Must recommend!

Nice to have an old school market still around. It's convenient for picking up stuff and has quite…read morea good selection. I am a little disappointed with the butcher section. I was overcharged during my last visit. I got a three pieces of ribs that were from the deli section pre-cooked and I asked how much they would cost and the gentleman who helped me said 8.99 a pound. When he rung it up, he quickly took it off the scale, but I noticed it said .39 pounds and later after getting rung up and leaving, I noticed that I was charged five dollars!! Five dollars was written on the package. No indication of the weight was written on the package. He was also very selective of picking up the pieces he gave me...and I noticed that the pieces I got had large bone in them and very little meat. Definitely got less than a quarter pound of meat altogether once I removed it from the bone. So I have decided not to return because I don't trust that they're ringing up the meat correctly.

This is about service. On Sunday: 4/12/26, 9:30 am. Went…read moreinto get breakfast burrito and coffee. Asked the woman checker if they had any, and she said, "Oh, I don't know. There may be something left." Shocked, I said, "Ok. Well. Do you have a restroom," and she said, "You don't want to buy anything. No." The rudeness was staggering from this store. If you don't want to work, don't! If you don't have a bathroom, say "No."

Noah and Milo were super helpful. We bought a variety of sizes of the red abalone. Plus: sea…read moreurchin. The tour of the farm was super memorable. Got some sea lion visitors too.

We bought abalone at the farm last Saturday for a dinner on Sunday. One of the owners got them out…read moreof their water environment for us and packed them well, while the other explained how to keep them from toughening up. I cleaned and prepared them on Sunday, and they were tender and delicious. Terrific experience!