I love meeting friends or my sister here to grab a bite and a drink and sit and talk. The market…read moreitself is pricey if you are shopping for groceries, but they do offer fresh bread from Bread Underground and other specialty snacks and other items I like to take home at the end of my visit. I usually order an iced matcha latte with oat milk and a Sweet Toast inside the market, then when I'm ready I switch to a cup or two of hard kombucha, which always has ingredients plucked from the farm, depending on what is seasonal. Everything is always delicious and delightful. Service at this walk-up coffee area is friendly. There is plenty of seating outside, in the front or back of the open-air market, and lingering for hours is encouraged. I like taking a walk around the perimeter farm while I'm there as well. There is an apothecary and a brewery on the premises, as well as a coffee roasting area. This part of the farm always seems to be closed for a private event, but that just adds to the bustling and community atmosphere. There is a couch area with a fire pit (and one in the back) in addition to the assortment of tables, a huge grass area and a natural (wood) climbing structure for kids to play, and sometimes they have live music there. There are always families and Encinitas locals hanging out and enjoying all that this place has to offer. There is a pizza stall in front of the market, as well as Huerta Tacos stand in back. Hours for these vary depending on the day. Both are not cheap, but the food is fresh and delicious, made with quality ingredients and interesting flavors. I sometimes treat myself to either, depending on who I'm with or what time of day it is. There is also a restaurant upstairs, and I have eaten there once, but prefer coming to hang at the Harvest Market and getting my food and drinks there. I live in the Vista/Carlsbad area, but it is worth the 20-25 minute drive to come hang out here for the afternoon!

Vegan beetroot hummus! I purchased a small container $5 of this bright beautiful hummus, mild in…read moreflavor, not tart nor sweet. You wouldn't know there were beats in it aside from the color, it tastes pretty close to a standard, chickpea hummus. Found inside the harvest market deli cooler with the snacks & drinks near the prepared salads to grab & go items. They have lots of fresh produce, fresh bread, and packaged cracker chip items to purchase and enjoy with it. It was cool creamy and refreshing. I enjoyed it with some fresh artisan bread. Nice filling, healthy snack. The market has a variety of fresh fruit, vegetables, flowers, including edible ones, a small Café with hot and cold, freshly made drinks, including the option of ones with vegan plant milk, as well as a small baked goods case full of vegan cookies and muffins. Nice selection of interesting drinks, including Matcha & Ube. A nice selection of vegan items for sale. This very modern up scale barn is on a spacious property with ample outdoor hard seating, including individual chairs, both metal and wood picnic tables with benches, hardwood Adirondack chairs around a large fire pit in the back. If you prefer soft seating like me, there are only a few on the property, a couch by the outdoor fireplace inside up in the restaurant and balcony. The outdoor pizza kitchen has a variety of made to order cooked in front of you pizzas including vegan (must ask for vegan cheese substitute) or gluten-free egg, white and cauliflower crust. The Cook said most of the pizzas can be made with the vegan cheese. Included a few nice options with pesto sauce, truffle, mushroom, and more. After seeing a few come out out of the oven with the bubbled crust, I'm looking forward to returning and giving one a try. It seemed to be the favorite menu item of the outdoor diners, as the tables were full of them. Parking is on a dirt and gravel stretch so skip the sandals and flip-flops & wear closed toed tennis shoes. There are walking paths around the properties so you can get in a nice stroll before having a nibble and a drink. The path around the property you'll see their crops of produce and flowers growing as well as the animals they have: horses, goats pigs. Upstairs after 4 PM, they have a nice clean-looking modern style restaurant featuring a nice menu with a variety of six vegetarian and one vegan pasta option. The hostess, who claimed she was also vegetarian was quick to point out all the vegetarian options some can be converted to vegan by omitting the cheese or dairy ingredient. There's a nice tall bar upstairs with stools and one TV for watching news or sports. Apparently they have a brunch weekends only with a menu that also looks very inviting. The property has a large selection of bottled wines, a micro brewery and a coffee bean brewery. Family friendly, a nice place to go to get a bite and drink, stretch your legs, enjoy fresh air (although a bit dusty near parking lot). Country music is playing loudly in and around the property. We have an expanse of grass for picnic in a play area that's very natural and organic and appearance and a glass house which opens up onto a hard scape patio available for a private event events. The people were friendly and welcoming. It's a spot of natural plot of country near the coast line in Encinitas.

I almost drove right past this spot, but something told me, Nah... pull in!! Best decision of the…read moreday... Walked inside thinking I was just gonna grab a burger, and next thing I know I'm wandering around looking at all the meats, marinades, sauces, chips, drinks, and sandwiches like I was about to host a backyard BBQ for the whole neighborhood. This place is dangerous if you like to cook. I asked the guy behind the counter what I should order because I wasn't trying to make a bad decision. Without hesitation he said, Aged Burger and the Philly.....Say less. We grabbed those and ordered the fries extra crispy because that's the only way fries should be eaten. Man... everything was hella good. The burger was juicy, the Philly hit the spot, and those extra crispy fries disappeared way faster than I want to admit.... They've got plenty of outdoor seating too, so we just kicked back, ate, and enjoyed the vibe. I already know every time I'm in the area I'm coming here because wise ox is greater than shake shack I'm Js!

Very friendly service…read more Butcher shop for when you want it fresh for dinner or throw on the grill for the weekend. There is a small menu of sandwiches and a few side items you can grab for the moment, a handful of tables to eat at if you can't wait till you make it home. Tons of spice and sauce options as well if you arn't a from scratch person.

The date of this review is August 11, 2017 and it is for their online store…read more Last week I ordered three cans of their Chilean abalone. I opened one can and placed the abalone meat on a bed of garden salad. The abalone tasted very good and I was very pleased with its quality and price. Free ship, by way of FedEx, was included with my order. Gourmet Import Shop deserves five stars.

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I love the selection of organic goods they have! All of my products came in great condition. Highly…read morerecommend them for that

I bought different organic flours and among them buckwheat flours. I liked all of them and will…read morereorder.

Wonderful specialty shop! We are addicted to their black truffle butter and duck salami. The owner…read moreand workers there are wonderfully friendly and knowledgeable. Putting the cherry on top...they now have a restaurant next door. Amazing sandwiches and scrumptious desserts!

Great new market in the Carlsbad business strip mall just behind Pragers. Both theemployees and…read moreowner were ridiculously kind and helpful. The owner greeted me and had the biggest smile saying hello. I was not used to such a warm welcome by a proprietor. The employees greet you in the aisles and explain the products and make lots of helpful suggestions. They have lots of specialty cheeses, meat, salami, fish, bakery, wine and fresh bread, soup and sandwiches. I thoroughly enjoyed the turkey and mozzarella sandwich with truffle oil. Prices are very reasonable and quality is spot on and fresh. Will definitely be returning.

Thank you Yelp for introducing me to a friendly neighborhood organic holistic farm to table country…read morestore! Service is amazing! Two weeks ago, I came here on a whim to find a goose egg ( found none) and met the most amazing staff. I then came back for their Valentine's Day pasta class and the Yoga Sundays at 1100. I introduced Golden Door Country Store to my friends. I enjoyed the variety of specialty foods you may not be able to find in a normal supermarket. Ambiance is peaceful and the orange orchard is amazing!

Love this special farm stand tucked in the deer spring valley! Everything is so fresh from veggies…read moreto fruit and even the fun kitchen accessories. They have cool events from time to time but my favorite is stopping by after work to snag a last minute grocery item like eggs, a spare tomato or scrumptious bread loaf. I even brought my daughter here when she was just a week old for some fresh air and cute phot with their flower stand. I'm a regular! Love it so much!

this store is really nice. It's much larger than you think when you go inside, it has everything…read moreyou could possibly want from a full meat counter with lots of cut of beef for barbecuing. The steak looked really good. they also have a lot of really good desserts and breads. I highly recommend coming to the store. They were very friendly and had good service. Stop by and take a look inside. You'll be surprised.

Tamale was old dried up and crusty. They should not have sold it to me. Market is good, though.read more

Exceptional tasting experience!! We booked through Airbnb experiences. The unassuming warehouse…read moreexterior hides this jewel of of coffee / food experience. The attention to detail, hospitality, and fun blew me away. It was fascinating for coffee enthusiasts of all levels. I was surprised by how phenomenal the pastries he made were too. Mehmet (owner) is passionate about his craft and you can tell he really loves what he does. Highly recommend.

I booked a tasting experience and this was one of the best things I have experienced. Mehmet took…read moreus through various coffees to taste, comparing varieties, origin, brew methods, and more. He walked us through each process explaining the entire journey from farm to cup for each coffee we tasted. I booked a pour over class in a couple weeks and I will be booking his other courses for sure. The tasting was in a warehouse and was humble and unassuming, hidden in a quiet industrial area.