The firt time I went, it was great. The volunteers were kind. They saw I was struggling due to…read moreinfirmity and they let my sister pull the vehicle up close and helped us load everything in. The second time I had to do it all myself, for both me and my sister, and I got told I was being greedy for buying two load,s, even though we were sharing with other family members, too. They shamed me, patently refused to give me some of what they gave the people ahead of me double amounts of and which they gave to some people behind me in line, too. Told me I was greedy and selfish. I got mocked for crying and was told that I should have known better than to be so selfish and they laughed when some of my food got stolen. The veggies were mostly okay, though. The grapes were all rotten. The third time I went, years later, I got one load and they gave me most of the things they gave other people but the volunteer handing out the paper towels literally threw them at me and said "I guess you have to get every free thing you can!" They gave me several boxes of dates. The veggies were good. The fourth time everything was rotten except a few only semi okay veggies. Less than 7 lbs total. I would have gotten a better deal from the grocery store. They were definitely playing favorites among both known people and for other reasons. The fifth and last time I went we ordered ahead and they were just going to load us up. They only loaded up for one family but three of us came. Then, after a lot of arguing, they grudgingly gave us three rolls of paper towels and two boxes of dates and called it good. I hear very good things about this organization. So, I am thinking it is more about the volunteers they happen to get in certain neighborhoods. The first time we went, we drove pretty far out of our way and it was great. The other times were all in the Sacred Heart Parking lot except one time when it was nearer to this area of town but not quite that close.

Cheap Veggies!!!! I love Borderland's amazing produce rescue program. On a Saturday schedule at…read morevarious community organizations in Tucson and Phoenix volunteers coordinate the veggie pickups. You pay $10 cash and take your own box, crate, or some grocery bags and load up 60 pounds of fruits and vegetables. Each Saturday they have a different assortment of vegetables which is posted on their Facebook and website. Usually between 7am and 10am. Program runs during produce season, November through August. Produce available, from my understanding, is whatever they couldn't market and is tagged to be trashed. Perfectly good stuff, some of the peppers may be funny shapes with a few blemishes, and some things may be closer to their spoiling point, but for the most part it's perfect. This weekend we went to the pickup at St. Francis in the Foothills church on Swan and East River. For $10 you were allowed to take 37 Roma tomatoes, 4 butternut squash, 11 pickling cucumbers, 3 mini watermelons, 11 yellow bell peppers, 11 orange bell peppers, 11 yellow squash, and 1 bag mini sweet bell peppers. The variety and amount of each veggie you can take always changes, but it always equals about 60 pounds. We almost always split our box with a friend because it is too much for our household of two. Totally worth it if you can get yourself up and out of the house early on a Saturday.

I absolutely loved everything I have tried from Tucson Village Farm's outdoor midweek market…read more Today's market was the last one for the season but they will resume it on September 9th (They post updates, menu for their prepared foods as well as the produce they will be selling each week at the midweek market on their Instagram account). I don't go very often because of the lines to pay but whenever I did go I LOVED what I tried. Today I got their delicious, fluffy, fresh and garlicky focaccia which was my favorite focaccia I have bought in Tucson. I also got their baba ganoush, something I am fairly picky about since I make it myself by roasting eggplants on a fire and this one was delicious. It had a touch of spiciness to it which I really enjoyed. I also really enjoyed sampling their mulligatawny soup and enjoyed the complimentary Hibiscus- Creosote drink they served today. Produce wise it was fun to find some sweet potato leaves today and I am looking forward to using them in a West African stew. I also got some eggplant and tomatoes. They had some nice looking garlic, onions, and squash. Last time I was there was last summer and they had delicious, fun, creative prepared dishes then too like a sunflower seed, basil pesto with purslane, a refreshing curtido and a green curry. The fluffy focaccia was $5 today and the baba ganoush was $5 as well. Tucson Village Farm offers various programs to support their goal to "reconnect young people to a healthy food system, teach them how to grow and prepare fresh food, and empower them to make healthy life choices. "

We went for their annual holiday market. It was packed!!! I never knew this place existed and I…read morethink a lot of others found out about it from this market, too. It's a farm run by youths. They have weekly farmers markets with things they make and grow such as pizza and soups. I hear the pizza is great! The holiday market had live music, chickens to pet, lots of handmade items from the farm. I was a little confused on how to pay for the items. I believe you get a ticket and everyone gets in one long line. I'll be back to try the pizza and hopefully the line will be short. Very cute place to bring kids to. To see the veggies growing, the youths working etc. very large parking lot right off the entrance.

We are in the process of moving back to Tucson after many years away. I had never gone to the St…read more Philip's Plaza Saturday Market in my previous residences, so we decided to check it out on a recent weekend when we were back in town finding a place to live. I am surprised to read some negative reviews for the market: there were a number of interesting vendors there. It is true that most were not food related: definitely more arts, crafts, supplements, etc. But still lots of fun shopping to do in an adorable venue. We talked to lots of nice folks. Someone else mentioned in a one star review "no coffee". I assume this means there is no longer a coffee vendor in the market (we didn't see one) but the market takes place in the same plaza where Ren Coffee is located and their coffee is amazing! We grabbed a cup from there prior to walking around the market. All in all a lovely experience: I'd be tempted to go a little later in the day next time so I could grab a margarita at Reforma after our shopping experience concludes.

I love learning new things and trying new foods! I happened to be on a walk and stopped to see the…read morevendors at this market. Lots of great products. I loved my gozleme from Safure's Turkish Kitchen. Mine was either spinach and cheese, light and tasty! Great friendly service and a beautiful day for a walk!

My boxes always contain beautiful fresh vegetables and fruits. Grocery store prices have increased…read moresignificantly but the name says it all...VALUE Veggies. Head out on Saturdays and grab your box!

Great non profit with fresh veggies for $8 a LARGE box. Run by the Church ( Faith Hope?)located on…read more22nd and Craycroft. Every spring /summer they have a event on Saturdays where they sell produce for $8 a box. From 8am- 12pm. All money is donated and used to help feed families in need. Great box of AZ vegetables mixed with Spaghetti Squash, Butternut Squash, Green and yellow Squash, Multi color Bell Pepper, Variety of Tomato, and sometimes they have chili peppers of a variety. Everything had been very fresh, great for the budget, great for the community!

Nice check out lady. Came in for the amazing scones I can't help but get from here. Pistachio this…read moretime. Good price these days on chips too.

What a super fun store! They have a great selection of items with excellent quality. The…read morestaff--especially Anthony and Dawn--were incredibly helpful, and I even found a really cool cookbook with mesquite flour recipes. Definitely a spot worth checking out!

Of all the honey I've tried, wagon wheel ranch has the best honey. It's locally sourced, which is…read moregood for allergies. Kudos to Greg the owner.

This honey is absolutely FABULOUS! I've used honey in tea forever and I never thought the KIND of…read morehoney made any difference. Boy, was I wrong! I don't have the "culinary language" distinction to describe the difference between this stuff and other honey, but there's this "smoothness" of taste that's just "there." I'm probably influenced by these folks claims about the "Pristine" nature of the honey (No antibiotics, no chemicals, no feeding of high fructose corm syrup, etc.) but this stuff really does taste just plain "good." I'm hooked. I think you will be too!

This is a good sized market with a solid selection of vendors from the surrounding area. You can…read morestock up on locally grown produce, beef, pasta, and artisanal goods such as essential oils, pottery, socks, and more. This marke also features food vendors such as churros, crepes, tamales, that you can purchase and eat there or take home. The location is fantastic, you can ride your bike on the river trail. It's exceptionally clean too and shaded for those hot summer days... and year round sun. It's also a non-profit organization that truly connects and empowers our local community. Their programming continues to evolve and now they have events such as their weekly Taste of the Market and Heirloom Kids as a means to educating the community about food sources. It's awesome. Keep up the great work!

While the produce can be pricey (but often organically grown, local and seasonal!), this market has…read morelots to offer with goods, vegan and gluten free food, plants, dried fruits, and butcher stands as well as multiple delicious coffee stands. Love the new bagel, pasta and prepared food stands like Turkish food, Mediterranean and pupusas! The farmers market info boot also usually has water and sometimes a treat to try!

I have been shopping at Villa's Market for many years and have always trusted the quality of their…read moremeat. In fact, while I was in Tucson on June 12, 2026, I made a special trip to Villa's Market because of the reputation they have built over the years. The customer service was excellent, which makes this review even more disappointing to write. During that visit, I purchased several different cuts of beef, not just the diced taco meat shown in the photos. Unfortunately, every package we prepared raised the same concerns. Even after cooking the meat for well over 30 minutes, it never developed the normal appearance or texture we expect from fresh beef. Some pieces remained unusually red, and the pan was left with an excessive amount of strange white residue that looked nothing like the normal amount of fat released during cooking. What concerned us even more was the texture. Instead of feeling like cooked beef, the meat had a rubbery, almost plastic-like and gelatinous consistency. It was unlike anything my family and I have ever experienced. At that point, we no longer felt comfortable eating any of it. We made the decision to throw away every package of meat we had purchased because we simply did not trust its quality. More than the money we lost, what upset us most was wondering what would have happened if we had simply eaten it without questioning it. Food should give families peace of mind, not make them wonder whether it's safe to serve. Many local families--and even restaurants--depend on this market. That is why quality control should never be taken lightly. Selling meat that leaves customers questioning whether it is safe or of acceptable quality is, in my opinion, a complete lack of respect for the trust customers place in the business and for the hard-earned money they spend. Sadly, this experience has completely broken our trust. I will no longer shop or recommend Villa's Market

This grocery store originated in Nogales, Arizona. It quickly became my favorite due to the great…read moretoilet paper shortage of 2020. Even though they were metering people at the door they allowed you to grab 4 rolls and a package of paper. I think they have the best assortment of marinated meats at a reasonable price. They also have a lot of items you would expect to purchase in Mexico. Even though this is a small location it has almost everything you could want good want in a grocery store. Food, snacks, household items, and Mexican candles if you are going to setup a shrine. Be warned, if you are caught stealing and try to run your photo will be posted on the wall of shame by the front door. Honestly this is was probably my favorite part - seeing all the new faces weekly.

Really great experience at Sprouts Farmers Market. The guy handing out samples at the entrance was…read moreespecially friendly and set a welcoming tone right away. There's a huge selection of organic fruits and vegetables, and the overall vibe of the store is genuinely pleasant. everyone seems kind and helpful. They were out of the bulk oats I usually get, which was a bit of a letdown, but I was able to find a solid alternative without much trouble. Overall, still a very positive shopping trip.

This place is our second home. The wife and I find this Sprouts meets our health-goth aesthetics…read moreperfectly, with reasonable prices and high quality products. Christopher helped us save a butterfly today by closing down one of the doors for a few minutes, and I don't think Fry's would do that

"Ugly" steaks and an amazing choice of meats and seasonings. Wow, this place has it all and the…read moresteaks were terrific.

Went in at 6:25 and they refused service because they "already cleaned for the day". They close at…read more7. I drove across town to go there. Don't advertise that you close at 7 if you close whenever you're done "cleaning".