The downtown market that is a couple of blocks from the White House is somewhat expectedly not big…read moreon produce and is more of a lunch opportunity. The selection offers some intrigue and it's been busy when I've stopped by; actual restaurants are subpar in the area, so the market does bring a different set of colors. I managed to find some peppers at a very high price, which again is expected.

The Thurs lunchtime farmers market is among my favorite DC weekday markets right off of Lafayette…read morePark and McPherson Square. This market is a bit paired down with a dozen or so vendors compared to the 15-20 vendors pre-pandemic, there's still an impressive selection of diverse vendors. So glad this wonderful market survived the pandemic and back in full swing! Here's the latest and greatest vendor list in 2025: - Timber Pizza: Delicious pizza! Cheese Please is my favorite followed by Green Monster. I can't count on how many fingers and toes I've had the pizza at different farmer's markets! While the lines can get long 12:30pm, you only have to wait for 15 minutes. - Bun'd' Up (5/5): Delicious fried tofu and mushroom in squishy soft bao buns topped with microgreens, scallions, and a nice creamy aioli sauce. Light and tasty! - Taco Dirty To Me: Crispy battered cauliflower tempura tacos! - Taco Loco : Ginormous hearty burritos and refreshing Sandia watermelon juice! The ginormous burritos are very filling and leave you in a delightful food coma! - Cocoi's Bakery - Unique Asian inspired cookies and donuts. While the Pandan brioche donut with a little creamy filling was fun to try, the Matcha Marshmallow cookie with white chocolate chips hit the spot! The cookie was a bit dense, but quite flavorful. The Ube Chocolate Chip Cookie with purple swirls didn't have much Ube flavor and the cookie was under baked. Lemonade Love - Refreshing lemonade, the Lavender is less sweet. - Little Austria: Strudel galore over a dozen apple and berry fruity varieties. The Apple Strudel is delicious and taste like apple pie without the processed sugary sweetness. The Spinach and Feta strudel was fun to try! - Capitol Kettle Corn: Fresh kettle corn made on the spot. Fun flavors that really pop - Spicy Chocolate, Honey Butter, Cheddar, etc. Plenty of unique flavors to sample from. The bags are perfect for sharing in the office! - Al Volo Cucina: The eggplant parm sub is large and filling, the fresh bottomless watermelon juice is refreshing! Wonderful market with plenty of delicious and diverse options to choose from. Lines start to form between 12:30-1pm, so come early!

Inconspicuously tucked in the back of Union Market, you might come across the most earnest stall…read more You're welcomed by abundant displays of fresh fruits, vegetables, mushrooms, and flowers. A peer closer, and see a beautiful hot case of generously stuffed fresh breads or sweet baklava glistening with simple syrup. Maybe, if you're lucky, you'll be there when the cheery owner invites you inside. He is so full of happiness and pride for what hes able to offer to the DC food scene. When we went, he really wanted us fed and they had a special on stuffed zucchini, meaning that each was cored, stuffed, and stewed in a tangy rich tomato sauce. I can't guarantee that they consistently offer this since it was their special, but see this as an example of the home-style cooking and fresh ingredients they offer. There is so much attention to detail and love when it comes to the small portion of ready-made food they have. There is also a great case of the interior stocked with such a variety of more specialty and staple produce, dairy products (real kafir, fresh white cheeses, etc...), and atop are bulk items of infused honeys and high-quality golden olive oil. The breads are made fresh and are just so fluffy, and the owner happily warmed it for us so it was pipping hot when we ripped in. I would be such a proud stall owner too. When I come to Union Market, I often get discouraged since you will regularly see a substantial item in the $16 - 35 dollar range, even if its a handheld or quick snack. Here, Almaala's foods are below $10, and that has been a constant despite the recent surge of food prices. They really are delivering a variety of SWANA flavors, find bread densely packed with za'atar or stuffed grape leaves. All of these ingredients (especially at this quality and freshness) are difficult to find in regular grocery stores, so do support this small business. You will just be that much more nourished for it.

I'll start by saying the worker at Almaala Farms was very friendly and provided helpful insight on…read morethe food items on display at the Union Market shop. I ended up getting a Za'atar bread and a beef and cheese over bread, which I'd describe as a mini pizza. Both were okay in flavor, although not memorable, and a bit dry for me. If there was a labneh or another sauce on the side, it would've elevated these breads. The Freez Mix sodas were both refreshing and beverages I'd never seen before. There are other options like baklava and other desserts, so it's very possible that I just didn't order the right items.

Extremely small. Only three stands selling fresh fruits and vegetables. Two of them look like…read morethey're resellers. The one that is not a reseller has low variety. Nobody was selling peaches in the summertime. Everything else is some kind of prepared food. Open till 1 PM, which is nice.

It's so-so. When I went (April 2018) they had:…read more Apples Eggplants Onions Sambusas Black bread Ciabatta bread Multigrain bread Spices Brussels sprouts Carrots Chorizos/sausages/bratwursts Beef sticks Bell peppers Tomatoes Jellies Fruit preserves Apple cider Pear cider Fruit tarts Muffins Other baked goods And lots of plants for sale (lavender, thyme, mint, chocolate mint, lettuce, sage, tomato, etc.) For a small farmers market, they have enough. Tip: Browse around first before buying anything! I bought mint and lavender plants from one of the stands in the middle area. I didn't know there was another area of plants for sale by the road that was selling cheaper, more robust plants! Browse around first!! Also, yes... they take debit/credit cards.

The Thurs evening farmers market from 3-7pm at Penn Quarter right in front of the Portrait Gallery…read moreon 8th & F is among my favorite DC markets. You'll find a variety of culinary treats - fudgy brownies, mouthwatering pastry galore, delicious El Salvadorian cheesy pupusas, crispy empanadas, vegan hot dogs, gelato, and fresh produce, etc. New vendors are always popping up! So glad this wonderful market survived the pandemic and back in full swing! Here's my list of favorite vendors of 2022: - Rare Opportunity Farm & Bakehouse (5/5): Best scrumptious pastries tucked towards the end of the market. The pastries are preserved by glass dome cases. My favorites are the Turtle Scone with chocolate chips and caramel, Triple Chocolate Scone, decadent S'mores Peanut Butter Brownie, oatmeal Raspberry crumble Bar, and the soft Lemon Blueberry Poppyseed Muffin has an interesting blend of flavors. You really can't go wrong with any of the divine sweet treats! - Vegan Heaven (5/5) - The fudgy brownies are very moist and delicious and can't even tell they are vegan. The hearty meaty empanada has a spicy kick! - Just AJ's Veenies (3/5) - It's really nice to see a vegan vendor. The zesty sausages and burgers are flavorful, but have a thick rubbery texture. The Just AJ's Hawaiian Burger with buffalo patty, peanut sauce, and slaw was bland and just wasn't satisfying. The Mint Sweet Tea is delicious and refreshing especially on a scorching hot summer day, highly recommend it! - DMV Empanadas (3/5): They sell out fast! While the empanadas has a nice crispy hard shell and with so many flavors to choose from, they are a bit bland and overloaded with bland cheese. The Spinach and Cheese or the Bacon and Cheese didn't quite hit the spot, hubby like the Chicken. Always excited to stop by this market on my way home from work and grab a couple of pastries!

A co-worker turned me into this weekly Thursday market. I loved it. There was a unique variety…read moredespite the relatively small size. I was able to get and/or try a few great items (pea shoots, other leafy greens, pizza, green hat products, amazing tomatoes, apples, cider, peppers, baked goods, etc.). Everyone was very pleasant and interacted with the customers. I'll miss it after next week :( but look forward to it next Spring.

I love farmer's markets. It is the perfect activity for buying local, sampling items & meeting…read moreneighbors (when you aren't in a pandemic situation). Normally, we would have chatted with each vendor to learn about their produce or recipes. I would have greeted dogs and lingered around the canopies while looking over products. Since Covid has impacted our lives, the farmer's market experience was different. We wore masks and arrived early. I didn't want to be in a large crowd. My "socializing" these past few months has been with cashiers and chatting with the neighbor through the window. The staff and Mt. Vernon employees did a great job of roping off the area and placing signage explaining the rules. Duct tape was used to mark off six feet distance in the lines. There was only a handful of vendors. The produce looked great. It was priced slightly higher than the grocery store. The herbs were hubby's top choice. The vegetables were beautiful. The home made apple butter and apple sauce from Black Rock Orchard ($6 ea. or 2/$10) was worth the trip. The staff celebrated opening weekend by handing out facemasks. Most of the attendees were respectful of social distancing. Dogs were not allowed in the market area. It was a beautiful day. I was happy to enjoy the sunshine. I suggest making a reservation on Open Table and ordering online. The web site lists merchants and products for each location in the District. Orders must be completed by Friday. You need to wait in line to enter the market, but you can pick up your order and leave. Reservations aren't mandatory. It just makes your visit shorter. If you don't want to attend, some businesses will waive a delivery fee with minimum orders. Many years ago, my uncle used to visit each office on Capitol Hill, selling produce to staff members. Local farms need our business. I hope this farmer's market continues to expand.

Big disappointment. We made the trek out here and were sorely saddened by what we saw. Stalls and…read morevendors were very minimal and offer very little variety. It seems as if the only explanation for this was the rainy day on which we visited and catching the market on a slow day- at least we hoped this was the reason for the market being so sparse and empty - not many visitors at all (practically empty really). Safe to say, we will not be making another trek out here, at least not for this farmer's market specifically.

The Tuesday lunchtime farmers market at City Center is among my favorite DC weekday markets. The…read morediverse variety of a dozen vendors is impressive with a few new vendors every year. Here's the latest and greatest vendor list from 2023: Timber Pizza - Scrumptious wood-fired pizza with a pillowy soft crust. I can't count on how many fingers and toes I've had the pizza at different farmer's markets! While the lines can get long 12:30pm, you only have to wait for 15 minutes. Taco Dirty To Me: Crispy battered cauliflower tempura tacos, bursting with flavor! Bun'd' Up - Delicious fried tofu and mushroom in squishy soft bao buns topped with microgreens, scallions, and a nice creamy aioli sauce. Light and tasty! Urban+ade - Refreshing lemonade with less sugar than classic lemonade. The Sage & Tarragon is my favorite! Veg Heaven - Decadent sweet treats, the dark chocolate cookies and brownies are the best! While the cakes are moist, they aren't as tasty. Taco Loco - Giant burritos are amazing! There's a swarm of people waiting in line, so be prepared to wait 10-15 min before ordering and then another 5 min for your order! The mango and watermelon juice are refreshing. Hipp Sippin' - Cold-pressed juices and acai bowls made to order. Ravenhook Bakery - Great selection of freshly baked loaves of bread and baked goods. DMV Empanadas - They sell out fast! While the empanadas has a nice crispy hard shell and with so many flavors to choose from, they are a bit bland and overloaded with bland cheese. The Spinach and Cheese or the Bacon and Cheese didn't quite hit the spot, hubby like the Chicken. Al Volo Cucina: While I wasn't a big fan of the greasy eggplant parm subs. I wish they brought back the fresh juices (the watermelon and mango juices) were amazing! Wonderful market with plenty of delicious and diverse options to choose from. Lines start to form between 12:30-1pm, come early!

Went for lunch break , been a handful Of times since they…read morehave open for the season , The service at the booths I have came across has been A1. The ambiance of the farmers market it's nice & Lively , I decided to stop by Fat Kale , to try their items for the first time . I ended up getting the chicken curry , delicious ! Check it out for yourself !

What a great farmers market! Located behind the main commercial area in a parking lot, it feels…read moremore spacious than many of the other farmers markets in the area. This one also comes with many farmers with fresh produce from all kinds of tomatoes to broccoli to potatoes. There's a vendor that sells pickled mushrooms, baked goods, oysters, and so much more!

Great farmers market offering a wide variety of "farm to table" produce and goods!…read more The Takoma Park Farmers Market is ....definitely one of my favorite farmers markets in and around the DMV area. To be so small, it is packed with lots of good finds. Plenty of samples to goo around too...well sorta...COVID has kinda shut that down these days. At this market, you will find a full variety of conventional and certified organic fruits and vegetables, pasture-raised meat, poultry and eggs, artisan sweet and savory baked goods, fresh milk, butter, yogurt, goat/cow cheeses, fermented foods and pickles, jams, jellies and sauces, flowers, plants, handmade soaps, and more! You name it, this market has it all. One additional note to know...."It's a year-round" market! Unlike most farmer's markets in the area, where you are limited to summer-only and seasonal openings. The market is open only on Saturday mornings between the hours of 9am-1pm. Parking is available on the streets for free and parking meters are free as well on weekend. And, if it helps...all vendors accepts SNAP/Food Stamps and WIC. In all, lot's of great finds and a great way to connect with local farmers in/around the DC metropolitan area. It is definitely worth a visit. It's the perfect place to spend part of your Saturday morning on a nice day...and on the cheap.

Great, large farmers market with wide selection. Friendly vendors who are happy to talk about their…read moreproducts, and a nice area. Some smaller markets have cheaper items from farmers with less variety, but this one is a great option to support locals instead of grocery chains, and get better food.

I love farmers markets & this is one of the largest in the region. The Saturday morning fresh farm…read more Arlington Market is a weekly celebration of local food. The market is located in the parking lot right in front of the Arlington courthouse. There were over 50 vendors presenting appealing empanadas, cheeses, produce, mushrooms, pickles, teas, donuts, pork, coffee, cakes, juices, Dutch Stroopwaffles, oil, gelato, fish ... Fresh this week are leeks, asparagus, Brussels Sprouts, kohlrabi & rhubarb. The samples were better than I expected: a bite of the fresh crabcake wasn't what I'm used to and the warm homemade Dutch Stroopwafel was even better than the ones I tried in Amsterdam I'm impressed that the vendors accept SNAP/EBT, WIC & Senior FMNP checks. Fresh Match provides a dollar to dollar match on all federal benefits spent at this market. Shoppers are buying twice as much fresh produce & nutritious foods.