I love this store because of the specialty items I can pick up here. The employees are very…read morecustomer-oriented and many have worked there for several years. My two favorite people there are Bobby and Carl.

I always went to the Fresh Market on Merrimon Avenue, it was my favorite. I stopped by there this…read morePast Tuesday and it really has gone down hill, some of the food does not look good especially the pizza I always bought, And The prices have increased tremendously . I was very disappointed. I don't know if they changed managers but the attention to details are no longer there.

We made sure to check the website before driving mode to this market. Market it states that…read morewell-behaved leash pads are welcomed in outdoor market areas but are not allowed inside any of the buildings, sheds or shops. That is totally reasonable so we made the truck over. When we arrived however, I thought we were in the wrong place. It has an industrial feel, not a farmers market feel, and there were no markets going on outside. As a matter of fact, the only market was indoor with about a dozen or so stalls. We were disappointed, but I wanted to check it out so my husband remained in the vehicle with our dog. I looked at every market stall inside and I was in and out in about 5 minutes. Having produce doesn't make something a farmers market. It just felt like walking around local grocery store. About a third of the vendors were fruits and vegetables and the rest were knick-knacks and t-shirts and miscellaneous items. Also, it was incredibly empty. I mean I understand why. I did find a new cider to try but knowing what I know now, I would most likely not make the drive again. I realize I'm not from the area, but this was no different than any local grocery stores to me.

We love coming here for the Fresh produce including heirloom tomatoes, seasonal peaches and…read morestrawberries, and all types of delicious locally made jams from Cottes farms and other places. We also have enjoyed the beans and olives stuffed with lemon rinds that we bought here. We almost always stop by when we are next door at Jesse Israel's.

Went in for a preview and came out with some great fresh kale and lettuce. Guy admitted it was…read moreCalifornia grown but its dead winter here and there were tons of local products...even milk and chicken. I'll be back. Prices not bad!!!

I found this place through the ASAP Connections Local Food Map. They're open all year, with lots…read moreof basics like meat, veggies, eggs, and fruit. During growing season I'm told they stock a good deal of the fresh produce from their own farm. I found some varieties of beans I'd never heard of before, like cranberry beans and yellow-eyed peas. They've got some other things like you'd find in a standard grocery store, like PET milk and a few varieties of juice. The space isn't too fussy - concrete floor inside, a dirt and gravel parking lot. It's clean though, and they've got shopping baskets and plastic bags for carrying fruits and veggies. The prices are at least comparable to a chain grocery, if not better on some items. For example, their eggs are between $2 and $3 per dozen. Feels like what a farm market should. I'll be going back regularly.

There were a lot of vendors on my visit. It was a nice mix of farmers, drinks and desserts. There…read morewere also a few other types of products as well as angry strumming an acoustic guitar. I love the amount of shade that is at this market. Lots of trees but not a lot of parking. I loved a few of the vendors including the kombucha and the kimchi shot guy. I also picked up an assortment of hot peppers for a fair price. In my opinion many of the items are overpriced. I get making a profit but 8 dollars for a small chocolate bar seems a bit much. I would definitely come back. Bring your own bags.

This market is absolute heaven. Even if they run out of flowers early and might not have the most…read moreproduce of any market - they make up for it in locational beauty and better products. It's a joy to walk the market and then walk the nearby surrounds. The ambience of a sunny day here is unmatched in my farmer's market experience.

After a hike, we stumbled upon this gem, and it felt like discovering a romantic, grown-up version…read moreof Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. The aroma of chocolate wraps around you the second you walk through the door -- rich, warm, and completely unforgettable. There's an entire area where you can watch the actual machines they use to craft their chocolate, which adds so much charm and character. But our favorite part was the cozy coffee section. A simple caramel latte ended up being the highlight -- balanced, smooth, and exactly what we didn't know we needed. A little moment of serendipity we're glad we found.

This chocolate café handcrafts its chocolate from imported cacao beans. Visitors can even see the…read morechocolate making process. Tours are offered daily with reservations, and the café is also open for walk-ins. I ordered a hot chocolate, not realizing it was made with dark chocolate. It turned out to be very rich and strong. A bit too intense for my personal taste. I honestly wish they offered milk on the side so I could dilute it, as I wasn't able to finish it. Afterward, I definitely needed water because of how rich it was. However, I also ordered the mocha stout cake, and that was absolutely delicious and very enjoyable. Overall, it's a great spot for serious dark chocolate lovers and anyone interested in high quality, handcrafted chocolate.

Nice little co-op grocery store in downtown that allows anyone to shop there. Prices are not bad…read moreconsidering it is right in downtown. Very good selection of produce and a lot of different international ingredients around the store. A focus on local products and organic products. Limited fresh meat selection but a little of everything.

Lots of organic options to choose from. Love the local produce and homemade items. The store is…read morevery neat, clean and organized; from frozen/refrigerated items to room temperature selections. Natural soaps are also available. Great and friendly customer service. Located at the edge of town, still walking distance in the city.

I come to Asheville every two months. One of the first place I visit is the WNC farmer's market…read more Pickled garlic, fresh veggies, fresh fruit, breads, cheeses and the Coates bros jams and other sauces. Friendly service everywhere.

We stopped by the long-running WNC Farmer's Market and stumbled into a produce bonanza! The Coates…read moreBrothers (or Coates & Sons) occupies a lot of space in the upper market selling some of the best-looking produce we're seen in years. We're talking some ripe, sweet South Carolina peaches, some just-picked local strawberries, zucchini, beans, cantaloupe, okra ... and on and on. Rows of yummy items, and behind them arrayed on several shelves are jars of honey, jams, preserves and almost anything else you could imagine. The folks running it are most helpful, and they helped assemble a bushel of ripening peaches for our road trip. We were knocked out by what we found her and spent nearly $100 to satisfy our produce desires. We wouldn't be surprised if you do too!

Man, I wish I had more money! Not that the prices are unreasonable, there were just so many things…read moreI saw that I wanted to buy and I don't have a never-ending supply of money! Today when we went they had fresh local ramps and strawberries along with a large assortment of other general produce. Fresh eggs, cheese, bacon, etc. They also have dried beans and jams. There is a huge selection of plants to choose from! Whether you want beautiful flowering hanging plants or vegetable starts to put in your garden, they have them. Really very reasonable prices. We had to get a couple of tomato plants to plant after Mother's Day!

LOVE LOVE LOVE THIS PLACE! ALWAYS a great selection. The best of local and regional produce! They…read morealso sell homespun butter, farmers and hoop cheese, canned jellies, honey, and relishes. "Old Timey Soda Pops". The gentleman who owns it is probably one of the most pleasant people I've ever met. Another HUGE PLUS in this town of uppity uncharitable people, he accepts EBT. Evidently that is a brand new practice at the state funded Farmers Market. What a joke. Most local businesses feel that ebt recipients in Asheville should be doomed to rotten veggies and canned goods from the dent and scratch grocers. This gentleman stands head and shoulders above the rest of this wretched city. And his produce does too! PS...and he carries ramps in the spring!!!...YUMMMMMMMMMMM!!!

Fish and chips is an entree that is commonly served in Asheville restaurants. We can truly say that…read moreMother Ocean Market has the best fish and chips in town. Three nice sized pieces of cod, battered all crispy and fried just right. It came out of the kitchen sizzling hot. We have ordered fish and chips from Maine to Galveston, Seattle to Key West. They don't get better than this! Just to compare, we also ordered the fried shrimp basket. Another clear winner! The shrimp were very fresh and the batter was deliciously crispy, sizzling hot as they arrived at the table. The staff was warm and friendly, and they accommodated with a smile every customer who walked in the door. I can't rave about the ambiance like I raved about the food but hey, we sat at a clean 2-top and what else could we need. Just between you and me I overheard the front man tell a customer there is a $3 discount on fish and chips on Friday. Don't tell anyone!

This is a review for their food service, not for purchasing fresh seafood over the counter. I…read morefigured this should be a great place to get fish and chips, so that's what I ordered for lunch here. As with many places in Asheville, you order at the counter, they give you a number and then bring your food to you. It did not take long to get my order, which I know was freshly cooked, as it was very hot when it arrived. There were 3 good-sized pieces of fish. The fish itself (cod I think) was very high quality: thick, but cooked through, not dry at all, beautiful white fish with no dark spots and no excessive fishy smell or taste, and basically so soft it fell apart when I bit through the batter. The batter though was pretty disappointing. I've had better batter at just about any little chippy you find anywhere in the UK, as well as many places here in the US. With one of the pieces, the batter tasted a little off. Not sure whether it was the seasoning, the oil or maybe it was cooked a little too long. I got remoulade as my sauce (other choices were tartar and cocktail sauce). The sauce was very good and was the thing that really gave the fish some flavor. The fries/chips were okay. They were seasoned with Old Bay and were best when dipped in the remoulade sauce. This meal also came with a little container of coleslaw. Thankfully, it was only a little container! I like good coleslaw, but honestly, it is rare to find good coleslaw. Usually it's just okay/passable. But this coleslaw was unfortunately among the worst I've ever had. Basically inedible. I tossed it. I recommend just telling them to "hold the coleslaw" to save yourself the waste of tossing it. So IMO they need to either really up their coleslaw game or just stop serving it. Service here was okay and the ambiance was minimal, but okay (decent outside seating on a nice day). If it wasn't for the high quality fish, I would have given this place just 3 stars, but based on the quality of the fish, I went with 4.