My small children and parents and I really enjoyed the Merced Fruit Barn for the cute farm in the…read moreback. They have a pair of peacocks, goats, ducks, a cow, a llama, and chickens. They also have many exotic birds in the front of the store. It was relaxing to go and have an ice cream or coffee, which they sell, and take some time with nature. The Santa Fe train also passes right across the street so you can hear and see it. Amazing! Definitely recommend it for families with kids or if you want to stop for some nature.

This is a series of indoor and outdoor rooms that have fruit and nuts for sale. Prices are…read morereasonable. Cute ambiance. Service was prompt. Pick up a cold drink too.

This is a friendly farmstand on the outskirts of Merced. Try the watermelon-picked only when it is…read moreready! You can even wash your fruit here and eat it right away.

What happened here?…read more Store used to be 90% produce and 10% grocery items. That seems to have been reversed. Went in and couldn't find anything we needed and the produce they did have didn't appear fresh at all.

The cashiers should have a bit of manners you tell them have a nice day and they are so rude they…read morenever answer back and tell you to have a nice day and very very rude but don't get me wrong I love going there I know everyone has bad days but don't take them to your job and take on us we're your customers who go buy things at your store hopefully this manger reads this message and talks to his workers this is for all his workers

What a hidden gem of a pumpkin patch! This place is absolutely charming and feels like the perfect…read morefall getaway. The pumpkins are clean, fairly priced, and there's a fantastic selection--from HUGE pumpkins to cute little decorative ones. I loved that there were tons of photo opportunities all around the patch, making it easy to capture those picture-perfect autumn memories. The farm stand is adorable and well-stocked, and there's even a little snack shack for treats and drinks. For the kids (and kids at heart), there's a small petting zoo and a fun haunted maze, which added to the whole experience without being overwhelming. One of the best things about this spot is that it's not overly crowded or hectic like a lot of other pumpkin patches, so you can actually relax and enjoy your visit. It's definitely worth the drive for a wholesome, festive, and family-friendly pumpkin-picking adventure. Highly recommend!

Stopped for Pluots and Pluerries on our way back to SF from Yosemite. Fantastic and the people…read morethere were very nice.

Oh my!! I did not expect the freshness & absolute deliciousness of their chocolate covered…read morecherries!!! I will be stopping by anytime I'm traveling through now. I was in & out. So so pleased. The cherries are phenomenal really. I got both fresh & the chocolate covered. I can't stop eating them!

Friendly service. The fruits, nuts, fresh honey and honey comb, pickles, olives, olive oil; all…read morefresh and lovely. Swing by!

Best place to go to when your on a trip. Friendly staff and a wide variety of options all kinds of…read morefruits and dried fruits, candys, and beef jerky it looked very comfy of a place to be in and they have samples of some of the products there

Stopped by USA Produce during our drive back from up north to LA and spotted this cute little…read moremarket right off the 5 freeway--it was such a great find. My grandma and my mother especially enjoyed stopping here. They had a really nice selection of fresh and dried fruits, and what stood out the most were the unique flavors. You don't usually see combinations like tequila, habanero, lemon, garlic, and tamarind all in one place, which made it fun to try different things. Definitely a nice spot to stretch your legs, grab a snack, and pick up something different if you're passing by.

I have been here for a U pick and I have been thinking about going back for another and realized I…read morehad not left a review. You don't pay to get in you just pay for what you pick. It's fun to do with the family. Just wear good shoes and sunscreen. The people who run the place are so kind. U can't wait to do this again. My fruit was also delicious

This is a beautiful family-owned farm in the Fresno foothills. I have been several times in late…read morespring/early summer to pick or purchase cherries, and just recently went with a group to pick pomegranates in the fall. I think they may also have a berry patch, but I haven't been for that. Mountain Brook Ranch is a great place to bring the family to enjoy some time outdoors and to pick fruit fresh from the tree. It is easy to spot from the road, and has a lovely farm stand right next to a gravel parking area. Depending on the season, the farm stand has jams and the seasonally fresh/ripe fruit ready for you to buy if you don't want to pick your own. They also have buckets and pruning shears to cut the fruit off the trees available for those who want to pick their own. Please note that usually only certain trees or rows are available to pick from, depending on which trees have ripe fruit and which trees they are saving for other things. Surrounded by beautiful rolling foothills, this is a great family activity, and a great place to take photos while you enjoy time outside. Follow them on Facebook to get updates on when they'll be opened and when fruit is ready. And bring cash or check, as they do not accept credit cards.

A little roadside adventure at Casa de Fruta! On our way…read morehome from the coast, we spotted Casa de Fruta and just had to stop! The roadside appeal was fantastic and definitely caught our attention! We decided to grab some lunch and, of course, couldn't leave without checking out the gift shop for a bottle of wine. We were seated pretty quickly and our food came out in a reasonable amount of time, but unfortunately, the service was a bit underwhelming. Our waitress never really checked back with us, and we eventually had to flag someone down just to get a refill. BUT... the outside of this place is AMAZING! There is so much to see and do! A beautiful pond, water wheel, train, carousel and plenty of fun things to explore. It really makes for a great little stop while traveling. The gift shop was fun to wander through too, with wine, nuts, dried fruits and all kinds of cute little knick-knacks. We'll definitely stop at Casa de Fruta again when we're passing through--but next time, we'll probably skip the restaurant and stick to exploring, shopping and enjoying the scenery! Another fun little stop added to our California adventures!

I love stopping at Casa de Fruta as a midstop on a trip to refuel, stretch, and relax. I really…read morelike that their upkeep has gotten a lot better recently, and they have more stores open now where you can shop, get snacks, and buy fresh food. They finally closed down their old restrooms and upgraded to a large style restroom building that can accommodate multiple people at once. In the men's restroom, there are multiple stalls and urinals available now, which is a huge improvement compared to what they used to have with that small, tiny restroom by the parking area. The service was good overall. There are a lot of younger employees working there, and while most of them were very enthusiastic, the some just seemed like they were just there, but I have no real complaints about the experience. I would definitely recommend coming to visit and relax here during your road trip since there is a little something for everyone to enjoy.

Absolutely love this place. Been bringing my kids here since they were babies. We're obsessed with…read morethe smoothies!

Absolutely LOVEEEE THIS PLACEEE!!!!…read more They have a huge playground in the back, another playground behind that one, a fish pond, and some of the besttttttt juice, pies, fruit around!!!! I love coming here for a fresh juice, they cut the fruit/veg and juice it right in front of you, yummmmmm! The family who runs it are sooo sweet, I love to come here and try some samples and just have fun :) awesome place to try if you're looking for fresh and tasty produce and refreshments

Best place to get cheap produce!…read more Also good to just hangout and get lunch because of the variety of food trucks here. Just like every other flea market but just a little tinier. Very family friendly!!

If you are in the Merced area near Martin Luther King and 59 head over to the Merced Flea & Farmers…read moreMarket. You will find some treasures, produce, aqua fresca, food, new and old items. Vendors are all pretty friendly. And just enjoy the day being around others and the sun unless it gets cold bring your jackets.