One of the best farmer's markets in Monterey County. A great variety of fruits, vegetables foods and artisan crafts read more

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I'm a big fan of a good farmers market and now Salinas has one. It moved from a side street to Main Street Old town. What a huge difference and a smart move. So much more room for the vendors and buyers. The verity of sellers easily doubled which brings in more folks, win win. Salinas Valley being the Salad Bowl the veggie and fruit vendors are disproportionate too the food and gift vendors. Hoping that will change. Living easily within walking distance this is a perfect Saturday morning walk. Last words...community. read more

Oldtown Farmer's Market - a large pile of strawberries - Farmers Market Near Me - Salinas, California

Great food at the farmers market, beautiful items and awesome atmosphere. Cuzzos fish shack is absolutely amazing! Very cool to find locally made sea moss and the dumplings everyone was very friendly read more

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I love farmer's markets but especially weekend ones. I work during the week, so no matter how fantastic something is that happens Friday morning, I can't go there. There are really cool vendors here of items that are not 'farmer' but they made them and the rock. #1 - Secret Bakery - Best bread ever. and I mean ever. In addition there is a lady who makes her own rose, a great popcorn guy, and yummy coffee from the Pirate coffee lady when she is there. I don't really care for the 'junk' vendors but they need a place too. combining flea markets and farmers markets are a thing. I'd prefer the just food and food related but ... Produce selection is decent. Only one I know locally who is better is up in Aptos. But give it a shot, and buy bread m'kay. read more

Old town - I've lived in salinas for over 40 years. I grew up in Sacramento, so you understand weather wise, I stayed. Remember before the changes, parking, plant shrub/tree changes it didn't really have the feel of today. With the passing of the pandemic (stay woke with face mask/distancing) there a whole lot of gente sauntering through all the local businesses, you know who you are. Anyway, I digress, there's so many wonderful local businesses on the street and in most of the buildings along the streets boarded by Alisal, and on the north side. Many of the businesses have been at there location most of time the changes have taken. The wide variety of vendors is wonderful! Not just food, there's vendors with other products, you just have to go; every Saturday. Parking is plentiful especially if you feel like walking. Oh yeah, make sure you bring a bag or several to pack your stuff. Lastly, although I think it's been inferred, it's a nifty farmers market here in the middle of the lettuce capital . Let's not forget one of the other nifty thing about farmers market, animal friendly; make sure you police you pals shit. Okay?!! Once you go, you'll want go back, and if you miss it. There's also a farmers market on Sunday in marina. Just go out Reservation, north to marina. You'll see it on your right before Del Monte. read more

Had a horrible experience with Hummus Heaven. Went to the farmers market with full intention to buy hummus and pita bread and was COMPLETELY IGNORED. It was incredibly unprofessional and immature. The vendor, unmasked and wearing pajama pants, made eye contact with me (I was literally right in front of the table close enough to hand cash.) I was wearing a mask and was ignored until a woman without a mask walked over and he reached out and asked if she wanted help. Never buying from them regardless of how good their product is. Not worth it. read more

I really enjoyed going to this market.. Always fresh produce, and I especially enjoyed the fresh fish market. Something you rarely see. At times they have entertainment which makes the event even more fun. I loved the fresh bread booth and the home made pastries. A great place to shop. read more

I have been to this farmers market a couple of times throughout the year and it is short and sweet. This may not be a big farmers market like others but the quality of products and food is a 10 hands down. The fruit is delicious and very fresh and the food vendors are so good. The dessert lady was great, the loaded potatoes were soo good and filling, the drinks were tasty, there was just no negative feelings at all. read more

Kool smaller farmers market but the real pleasure here is super fresh produce and vegetables .... lots of fresh fruit and vegetables....as well as unique crafts from local small companies that are creative and enthusiastic! Go there and buy their goods! It's not over crowded typically either! read more

We stopped here on the way home from Monterrey last weekend. The market was small, but had everything we needed. We bought: large artichokes, (cheaper than what we pay at the farmer's markets near our house) local avocados that turned out to be close to perfect, a butternut squash and a few homemade jams for ourselves and one for a gift. We sampled several flavors, and they were wonderful. I saw many varieties of squash, greens, apples, flowers, and a few food vendors, (tacos,quesadillas, huaraches falafel, & sandwiches.) There were a few booths selling flea market type items, but we didn't really stop and look at those. All in all, a pretty good market, with some of the lowest prices I've seen at a farmers market. read more

This is a small weekly farmer's market held on Saturdays from 10 am to 2 (or 2:30?). It's worth it to come often because they switch vendors periodically. I've been here 3 times from Dec to Feb and I've only noticed a few of the same booths. You can find fresh produce - and a lot of it is for a good price. Though for a farmer's market, there really aren't a lot of vegetable booths. If you're coming here thinking you'll stock up for the week, that most likely won't happen. But you'll find knowledgeable and caring growers. Today there were oranges, variety of organic lettuce, onions, sweet potatoes, etc. A fresh fish booth is always here with fresh fish and salmon dip. You can find an assortment of healthy snacks to take home. Previously I've seen homemade jerky (salmon jerky, etc) and seasoned almonds. Today they had flavored hummus, dried fruit, kettle corn. They usually have at least a couple of booths of take-out food. Today they had an Asian booth with teriyaki and sushi. A BBQ booth with tri-tip and ribs. They had incense, candles, baked goods, jewelry, flowers. A lot of places will accept a credit card, but I try to bring cash to help out the business owners. It's on a street lined with great shops to browse (Gold Leaf Tea, Blue Aces Bake Shoppe, Crush Consignment). This was Valentine's Weekend so they had chocolate covered strawberries and the live music was a harp player. Follow the facebook page for info on featured booths and live acts. read more

Admittedly Salinas is not a usual stop on my way down to San Luis Obispo, but I decided to check out 'old town' since there had been such terrible traffic, I needed a break this particular Saturday. Downtown is cute! What a great Farmer's Market- well rounded, live music, and not just produce at all, it's truly a mix of things. A few highlights include the stand that sold Soap (name to be posted later), the Bird vendor, the old man who sells birdhouses and other carpentry projects, an Avon Lady, Asian veggie vendors, and the Taco stand; damn those were some good carnitas! The bird vendor alone was the highlight. They had several types of cute little birds for sale, with all of the things you need to first get started with a pet bird. I was *this* close to buying a trio of little finches. I've been on a bird kick lately! All I bought from them was seeds to put out in the yard for now. There was also a meat vendor, fruits, and other produce. Also reppin' were some jewelry stands and little this and that booths-trinkets and stuff, clothes. You get the idea. read more

I specifically went to the farmers market to pick up a few veggies. I was very happy to see an organic vendor with reasonable prices. For $5 I got broccoli, 2 onions, & a bundle of carrots. After I got my veggies I left to go to the Bakery Station down the street for their yummy samiches. I'd come back if I can make it out of bed on time on a Saturday morning. read more

I am a transplant from the Bay Area & have pretty high expectations of a farmers market. I was pleasantly surprised to visit this Oldtown market on 11/13. The vendors are very friendly. There's no charge for parking in the adjacent lot, as long as you're in the market. (I found out after the fact). Loves: - Alonso Baking & Foods Co. LOVE YA!! I'm a loyal customer & am soooo happy I can continue to get your products waaay out here!! - The Sausage Company (I forgot your name!) DELICIOUS!! - The tacos next to Sausage Co - YUMMY!! Cheap & filling eats when shopping first thing in the morning! - Asian produce vendors - YAY!! - Local artists showing their work. WONDERFUL!! My only unhappy aspect with this market is the animal factor. The market states it doesn't allow pets, however, I saw quite a few folks with their beloved pets just strolling right along their owners. I was a little put off when staff acknowledged the owners and their pets with a good morning. Whilst I was told upon entry that my Teacup Yorkie (whom I was carrying) could not be brought into the market. (I didn't listen & she came anyways. I just put her in my purse!)Market staff: if you're gonna state a rule, please enforce it with everyone. Don't pick & choose between the Newbie's & the Regulars of the market. In closing, stop by this market, it's worth the time to check out... read more

Since it's in Salinas, ya know, the salad bowl, you'd totally expect this to be a huge market. Nope. They have a couple produce, some handmade goods, plant shops, and then the one tent that sets up selling their cheap crap trinket & toys all mass-made in China - which gives you less a farmers market vibe and more a "cheap flea market" vibe. However, it's worth visiting just for Hummus Heaven alone. This man who has hummus-making powers from god, makes the best hummus, spreads, and pita I've ever had. Oh, and yogurt. My god that yogurt. Did I mention the yogurt? read more

My go-to spot for local, Salinas honey and hummus from Hummus Heaven. It's a small farmer's market. There are a few fruit and veggie vendors, baked goods, the hummus guy, some live music, and a few food vendors (teriyaki, Mexican, loaded baked potatoes, corn on the cob, etc). It's a nice to take a stroll Saturday morning and catch a movie at the Maya after. read more

This is my favorite Farmers Market to visit. There's good food and good people there to make the best out of your down town experience. My favorites are the loaded baked potatoes $7 and an Horchata $5. My son loves the chicken teriyaki bowls $5 and I love the sunflowers along with the wonderful tying in experience of the live soft and easy going music usually played by an electric guitar read more

Although its a small market, you can find the bare essentials here. I've seen everything from Jewelry, hand knit scarves and such, fresh seafood, breads, Jelly, food stands, aguas frescas, oils, local produce, honey, soaps, kettle corn, birds and baked goods. All surprisingly low priced. Samples are usually offered before purchasing produce. As any other Farmers Market, the sounds of live music and the smell of incense/sage fill the air. My market finds usually are honey, produce and flowers. read more

It's not bad, but I'm not terribly impressed. I'm always amazed when a "farmers market" is comprised fully 50% or more with crafts, trinkets, & toys instead of produce & other food stuffs. The merchants are, indeed, friendly, and the quality of the produce, breads & fresh fish is good. But the selection is extremely limited, as this market is very small, and (again) half the booths are selling crafts or trinkets (much of which is crap, btw). read more

This market needs to be relocated on Main Street. Not behind a large building. Come on City of Salinas, use your intelligence. Bring some flavor! read more

Now located off of Monterey Street. Seems smaller than the last location. Not much produce this time of year, but am still able to get some goodies. read more

I love farmer's market, and this one in downtown Salinas on Saturdays is good, too. Not much vendors recently, but this one guy selling plants have been a hit, I noticed. Mr. Falafel is there too for some fresh hummus etc. For the veggies, I wish they'd have more organic farmers come by and sell. It has definitely shrunk in vendor size since moving to Gabilan and Main. But I still go because it's all we have! :) read more

Love this farmers, the organic fruits are so delicious and fare priced, wish it was all year round!

The new location is smaller, but that has weeded out all the weird stuff that, IMHO, made this a soso farmers market. Gone are the knock off hand bags and Avon castoffs, in are the fresh, local veggies and killer food vendors. Still has live music, too. This is not your day trip-worthy farmers market. This is a working ag town's farmers market where in less than 30 minutes you can load up on a week's worth of local goodness. They also have at least one Asian produce vendor and usually some fish or meat vendor (not sure if there is a schedule or list of vendors). read more

I keep trying to like this market. The produce stands all are good, as is the bread stand---even tho' the baked goods are not local, but there seems to be more and more trinket, toys, cheap shiny goods booths! Today a musical group was playing somber, sad music which added to the depressing atmosphere! Even the book stand was a depressing sight as the lady who was overseeing it was sitting in a car behind the book tables---it was a sunny, warm day---and appeared to be detached from the browsers. I was accosted by beggars as I left...and several people had big unfriendly looking dogs while they walked thru the market. I strongly suggest whoever runs this do some quality control. read more

I was shocked and disappointed at the bakery booth, Catering Magic, they used to do Northridge Mall and Hartnell a few years ago, then those markets moved. I was excited remembering the great stuff they had as well as the friendly face I got to know. This was the worst display of product I have ever seen. I was actually embarrassed for them. The vendor was frumpy and the product looked unappetizing. I can't believe you can't find better then this! The fruits and veggies did not have much variety. read more

Really disappointed in the this market. It used to have better vendor options when it was in front of the Maya Cinemas. Now that it has moved to the ugly painted north ridge mall, the quality has gone down big time. Plus most of the young male employees with orange vest seem to have a bad attitude and are very rude. They remind me of a bunch of high school punks who are upset they cant watch Saturday cartoons at home because they have to work for there lunch money. Some of the vendors have told me that the owner Joe has increased the vendor fee 20%. Thats a shame. Its getting worse not better. As for the market, I love the produce stands. Nice selection. Love the fish stand, bread stand and honey stand too. Not really happy to see vendors selling bulk items that the vendors had nothing to do with the making of. They just order online and resell at the market. Those vendors make the market feel more like a cheap Flea Market rather than a warm feeling Farmers Market. A farmers market in my opinion should only be locally grown produce, baked goods, hot cooked food, flowers and hand crafted items such as soap or other products made with blood sweat and tears. The market on Tuesdays in Monterey is not any better. Its much larger but they also carry alot of plastic "made in china" junk as well. read more