This public coop market/farmers market/cafe was a long time coming, but worth the wait. Besides…read moreartisan breads, a butcher shop and various local meats and dairy, there is also a great cafe, with a buffet option for two meals a day. For our last visit, we had grilled sandwiches, and shared a table with some interesting ladies from the area who were able to help fill in our memories of long-gone local businesses. Before that, we attended the evening buffet, feasting on all-you-can-eat crab legs, steak, pork, chicken, and all the accompaniments. For $11.95 each! Try it, and you'll see what I mean...great food, great people, great place to eat.

Stopped by the farmers market on a Saturday morning. Also went in the public market for the first…read moretime. Not impressed. There was only a handful of vendors at the farmers market. Selling flowers, a few vegetables and hand made decorations. Nothing real great. The grounds they have it on are beautiful and well maintained. The public market was a dump. Poorly lit. We weren't greeted upon arrival. They had a large seating area for meals and had a buffet up but everything was covered by big tin pans. There was no one eating. There is a partition in the big space separating the eating area from a little grocery store like area. The "market" area was poorly stocked and had minimal product. Most items were empty. They had a few local items but most was just stuff you'd find in a normal grocery store with a higher price tag. There was a container of strawberries in the cooler priced at $12.99 and was full of mold. My husband and son went to use the restroom. He said it was absolutely disgusting. There were two sinks in the restroom and neither had running water. The floor was covered in dried and wet urine. Won't be back. Ever.

Still easily my favorite flea maket in the state of Iowa! When it's not raining or windy anyway…read more.. Lol This past weekend when the summer market was being held... Early in the day...it was so nice out! Easily one of our nicest visits to the What Cheer Flea Market! Over 400 vendors. First held in 1977. See my previous review and their site for additional details! https://whatcheerfleamarket.com/

My first time at the What Cheer Flea Market and it is the best flea market I have been to & I have…read morebeen to many! We will be going back in May etc.... Nice weekend get away-

A little bit of everything, tools, toys, collectibles etc. Definitely one of my favorites. Prices…read morevary depending on vendors.

best prices and great selection. clean. friendly staff. I enjoy searching for good deals. Many…read morevendors at more expensive flea markets and antique shops love this place to find under priced items for resale ar their own shop.

Usually held once a month... This is a smaller flea…read moremarket, but is worth checking out. During the warm months it's held outside in the parking lot and moves inside when the weather gets colder. Make sure you keep an eye on the Izaak Walton Events calendar for details! https://desmoines-ikes.com/events/

I have been a member of the Iowa Food Cooperative for nearly 15 years, and I place an order on…read morealmost every bi-weekly shopping cycle. I love being able to support local producers from across the state and pick up in one convenient location. The satellite pick-up locations in West Des Moines, Ankeny, Pleasant Hill and other locations makes it event easier to access fresh, local food! Being able to communicate directly with the producers of our family's food is important to me, as is supporting my local economy. I love the variety of options and all the information I can access about each product from the online shopping page. It's amazing how many things are grown and manufactured in Iowa. I buy all the baking flour I need, fresh produce (even fresh greens grown locally in hoop houses in February!!), meat, eggs, soaps, deodorant, make-up, lotions; you name it, I can finally find it at the Co-op. I plan to be a member as long as I live in Central Iowa!

I like the selection of local products.There are many organic options. Not only is there food put…read morealso household iteams

Another off the beaten path garden center. Beautiful view and a charming setting on the farm…read more Plants are well taken care of and you will surely find something you want to add to your garden.

Wow! This farmers market has everything you'd hope to find and more! Worth the trip!read more

Probably the biggest farmers market I've been to! There are food options for everyone, and the best…read morecoffee ever (ugh I can't remember which stand) This was a very impressive farmers market that we were lucky to be in town for!