Love stopping by Cherokee Market. Great people and super fresh produce. Highly recommend!read more

There's been a market at this location since the early 1900s. With two distinct sections -- one…read more"antiques", the other produce and jarred goods. Note my quote marks. The "antiques" really aren't. At least most things didn't strike me as old OR collectible. The grocery section includes jams, chow chow, honey, salsa, chutney ... you get the gist. We bought a green tomato relish that looks promising. There's also produce; I suspect there will be more in the spring. The woman manning the register is nice and helpful. Worth a quick stop if you're driving by.

I love fresh produce but most of all the fresh lady peas and zipper peas in 8lb bags. I wish…read moreMartins had a store closer to me.

The Cajun boiled peanuts are outstanding! I will certainly come back for those. I am also curious…read moreabout trying the other flavor of dill pickle and plain. They had a nice assortment of fresh produce and packaged items for sale. I picked up some mutzu apples that were crunchy and flavorful. I wasn't sure if all the brands are local but some of the apples were labeled with Ellijay. I was wondering who made the chocolates. They looked good but I didn't try any. The cashier,who I believe was the owner, was really friendly and enthusiastic Excellent customer service. There are two ways to enter/exit that makes it convenient. I will come back.

This is still my favorite farmers market. Often they have…read morea table with marked down bags of fruit or vegetables, and if you cook or freeze things immediately you really can cut down food cost. Most of the employees are very nice English speaking Latinos, and if you ask advice on something, they use phone to help you with items. I love this store because it has really helped me to broaden my "food horizon", and encouraged me to experiment.

I've written a review years ago regarding their security, Today was first day I visited since then…read moreand security still harassing me. The same security guard, this time I'm in line he walks over to me aggressively points, I say who me? He grabs my empty hand basket, I grab it back, he continues to point aggressively. I ask the cashier to please ring me up so I can leave, the security says I'm being aggressive, I tell for him to leave me alone, mgr walks over to his credit he calmly listens and tells the guard to be quiet even walks me to the door to keep security from speaking to me. I don't know what's going on with this guard and me but I'm done will go to the farmers market on Austell Rd.

Always a nice drive and experience visiting Mountain Valley Farm. The beef is legit the best beef I…read morehave ever tasted. Bring a cooler and stock up while you are here. Bring the kids so they can see the animals (and maybe get them an I've cream while you're there). Or, I'd the kids aren't with you, go to the winery just around the corner for some relaxation.

I've been going to this place for 3-4 years. It was a little pricey but very good. It isn't the…read moresame quality anymore. I was told they had a new butcher. The ground beef if full of fat. I bit down on gristle and what seemed to be a bone fragment lately. Stew beef you could cut with a fork but not anymore. I will be looking for another place. Something has changed here

Are you looking for a break? Journey over to Chef Amy's Farm Fresh Foods. It's a beautiful drive to…read moreher farm and I just love that you can see the farm animals. Her stand is precious and like you are "at her home!" Very welcoming and she has lots of goodies depending on the season. I drove by today just for a break away from "life" and enjoyed it So much. Topped it off with some lavender tea cookies and lemon curd (I ate one on the way home it was so delish!) and of course picked up a dozen eggs. Stop by and see for yourself. It's worth a stop!!!

A lot of local vendors with food and drinks , farmers vegetables and fruits looks organic , service…read morewas friendly. Walking on street very safe.

There's plenty of free parking in the nearby parking deck, which made getting there easy and…read morestress-free. What I didn't expect was just how large and lively the market would be. I went in thinking it would be a quick stop, but it turned into a full-on experience. After three hours, we still hadn't made it halfway through. My only real complaint is that I wish it stayed open longer into the day. Every vendor we met was friendly, engaging, and more than generous with samples. Prices were very reasonable, and everything--from the produce to the handmade goods--was beautifully presented. What stood out most was how clean the entire market was. Nearly every vendor went the extra mile to cover their food, protect it from insects, and wipe down surfaces as they went. It showed how much pride each of them takes in their craft. A few standout vendors deserve a special mention. 4 Sons Seafood offered incredibly fresh fish and shrimp, the kind of quality you'd expect to find near the coast. Pearson Farm had juicy Georgia peaches and crisp pecans that perfectly captured local flavor. Maple Milk Farm served up rich, creamy dairy products that tasted straight from the pasture. On the Rocks Gourmet Jams featured small-batch preserves in creative flavor combinations that were both sweet and savory. And Bobbie Ruth's Southern Style Bakery filled the air with the smell of fresh-baked bread, cookies, and pies that reminded me of a true Southern kitchen. Other vendors also added to the experience, including Pine Street Market, Cultured, Sprucewood Cashmere Farm, Diamond P Cattle Co., Taylor Made BBQ Sauce, Bee Wild Honey, Swayback Farms, Java Lords Coffee, Emily G's Jams, and The Cheese Shop at Main Street. Each one brought something special to the table--literally and figuratively. Another pleasant surprise was the number of local shops surrounding the market that were open during the event. We stopped in several and found unique gifts, clothing, and art pieces, which made the outing even more enjoyable. Between the market vendors and the local stores, the entire downtown felt alive and welcoming. We will absolutely be back again and are already looking forward to our next visit. The Alpharetta Farmers Market is a shining example of community done right--friendly people, clean surroundings, quality products, and genuine Southern hospitality at its best.

I came here for some already prepared food and it was a great find…read more Shopping carts look old but all the wheels work. They have hand carts and smaller buggies in the store. You have to get one of the big shopping carts out the parking lot yourself. The produce section is huge and loaded with the freshest produce. The prices look bigger than Kroger put on the same level as Publix. This place is essentially an international market mixed with a farmer's market .The seafood section is humongous. I got some sushi, grilled Markel, and chicken fried rice from the korean section. In the butcher section, I got pork belly, goat, lamb, chicken wings, and pork shoulder. All the food was amazing.

Do yourself a favor and make sure you check the exp dates on EVERYTHING. This market routinely…read moresells old/expiring goods because there's too much sh*t in the store to keep up with inventory (see others' reviews). This is by far this market's biggest drawback. I purchased a pack of tofu along with some other items on March 11. I open the fridge a few days later on March 15, finally ready to prepare the tofu, just to see that the exp date on the pack was March 10. This picture was taken March 15 upon this discovery. I meant to update this review a while ago. I just can't spend money here anymore knowing that I'm liable to accidentally purchase old products. As customers, we should not have to be this vigilant at a grocery store... it's ridiculous.

Great location outside of Elijay for apples and treats. I like their dried fruit and gourd options…read moreduring the fall. Fried pies are better at the store across the road. The dough here is too heavy for me. Cider price is lower here but not very tasty.

Another absolute must-visit when you're in Ellijay…read more Let me start with the food -- because wow. By far some of the freshest and most flavorful apple pies I've ever had. Not "good for a farm market"... just flat-out amazing. The kind of pie you immediately start thinking about on the drive home. Their produce selection is equally impressive. We're talking everything from purple carrots to vegetables I didn't even know I needed in my life until I saw them. On top of that: homemade candies, jars of jam with flavor combinations I never would have imagined, and yes -- chow chow. If you've never had chow chow, do yourself a favor and try it. Game changer. But what truly makes this place special is the people. The ladies at the register were older, sweet, hilarious, and full of personality. One of them even flirted with me -- I had to tell her, "You can't handle this ride, grandma!" The entire exchange had me laughing the rest of the visit. In the back, a group of women were playing mahjong, just enjoying life, laughing, and clearly at home in the space. That energy carried throughout the whole market. It's the kind of place that feels lived in, loved, and genuinely warm. Even the guy outside in the parking lot collecting carts, casually smoking a cigarette, was one of the chillest people I've met. Everyone there just seemed... happy. Comfortable. Real. This place put a real smile on my face. Not because it's flashy or fancy -- but because it's authentic. Good food, good people, good energy. I already can't wait to go back. If you're in Ellijay and you don't stop here, you're doing the trip wrong.