Great mushroom stand , the mushrooms were awesome and the women that sold me the mushrooms are very…read morebeautiful ....

I've been to a number of Farmers Markets throughout Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. From the…read moremarket in Daley Center to markets on the near west side, Lombard, Brookfield, Skokie, and now Riverside. While parking can be questionable at some locations the regular and handicap parking here seems plentiful within the the square and the entire area has both a true small town feel and also a big local park feel with trees and flowers. For an afternoon Farmers Market there was a full supply of vendors during each of my visits. Many have mentioned the knife sharpening and after I had a pair of scissors sharpened I'm also a believer. With many vendors offering multiple types of veggies and plants there is a lot to look at. While I didn't buy raw honey (not super processed or pasteurized so most people say it has better health benefits and and fuller flavor) here at Riverside yet, I expect to need some at the start of the next season. There are multiple Amish vendors and I was lucky to spend a while talking to one of the Amish families about their farm and some of their core values. I've worked directly with a few different Amish families in Illinois and Indiana and have found each to be an unique experience. If you have time to talk to some of them or buy your veggies or baked goods from them you'll love the experience. Some people I've spoken to treat a Farmers Market like a bartering flea market but I find the quality to be high and prices reasonable and don't think that it's appropriate to ask a farmer or baker to lower their price when they have put some high labor in to their products. Hard work should be rewarded.

We stopped by for a brownie six-pack the other day and came away impressed. I still can't quite…read morefigure out the sweet spot for price-to-brownie size when I visit local bakeries; the brownies here feel a little small for the price, but they were mostly tasty. We tried a range of flavors and my family liked what they tasted, but no one was that interested in running out again the following weekend to try them again, even driving by the location to remind them of the place we had visited. Silverland is the kind of place I like having near the highway so that I can pick up treats on the way to work or a social engagement if I've forgotten to make something at home. It's also a small shop with just a table or two off to the side, so I don't think it's a place I would stop to dine in. There's also parking nearby, assuming you are not on foot for a visit here!

Ok, where have I been that I finally stopped in here yesterday to discover the best brownies I've…read moreever eaten. What are they putting in these brownies? I'm hooked. The day started with a craving for something chocolate and this bakery seriously satisfied it! I bought the genache, double chocolate truffle, caramel and cheesecake. Each brownie brought about an amazing, unique flavor. Well, there goes my diet, lol. DELICIOUS! Customer service was also great. I told the nice gentleman who waited on me that this was my first time visiting and he gave me the history of the shop and the owner while neatly wrapping up my brownies. Definitely try these brownies.

The market has gone down hill in my opinion... there is limited space for vendors, but we're still…read morefed repeat booths at one market. Additionally, many vendors, including the village/market, use AI advertising and branding. Why should I spend my time at your booth if you can't spend time doing actual marketing?

Parking available on the street or in the adjacent commuter lot. Clean! Lots of vendors for arts,…read morecrafts, food and miscellany. Booths are spaced out a bit, so the shopping experience is not crowded and close, definitely a plus in the summer heat and humidity! There are a few picnic tables in a grassy area, with a bit of live entertainment. Nice!

My boyfriend and I stumbled upon this shop while looking for coffee and a little sweet treat…read more I'm gluten free and he's tree nut free, so picking a place to eat is usually an activity in itself lol. We were greeted right away and everyone was super knowledgeable. But honestly, the best part was feeling included. I know it's a first world problem, but most places don't have many options for people with allergies. Here, it didn't feel like a single random gluten or nut free item tucked into a menu full of things we couldn't have. There was real variety, and that meant a lot to us. Thank you for making our Sunday!

I ordered a cake here for my son's birthday and was very pleased with how it turned out. It was…read moreready on time, it tasted great (vegan) and was decorated beautifully.

Very affordable grocery store that mostly has south and Central American food. This is pretty small…read morefor a Cermak produce but there's a lot packed into the small space. Also the prices are excellent and sometimes they play Mexican alt rock

Sad I can't give them a huge "0" as the worst store ever!!! they towed our car while we were…read moreshopping at their store, they did it just because our plates are from Iowa not from Illinois which is discrimination against us! The manager is a complete mean man, not willing to help nor give any information... if you ever come to Chicago don't ever buy anything from them!

LOVE me a Farmer's Market. I have a bulls eye on my back that says SUCKER FOR FARMER'S MARKETS!! I…read moream quite the sucker for fresh produce from a Farmer's Market even though prices can be more expensive than Whole Foods!! Just the idea of the array of fresh veggies and fruits makes me tingly and excited and my hairs stand up on my arms!! Anyway, this farmer's market is pretty small, but that had a fantastic variety of veggies. Everything was fresh and hard, not soft and ready to rot. They also have several vendors there, like a gourmet popcorn stand and a bakery. WAIT did I tell you that I also am a HUGE HUGE sucker for fresh baked bread!! HA, so I bought a loaf of freshly made bread which tasted fantastic for sandwiches. If they had more vendors this would degi They are open for business on Thursday afternoons and parking is easily accessible and close to the market just across from the train tracks. This double sucker for the word fresh will definitely be back!! :P

Not a bad market overall. It's a little small, especially if you're used to something like the Oak…read morePark Market or Green City Market. They have various items - cheese, veggies, scarves, jewelry, baked goods, blueberries, meats, etc, etc. I'm sure it varies. I was a little disappointed today that the tomato sauce lady wasn't there, but c'est la vie. Some of the green produce (lettuce, herbs) at at least one vendor was a bit wilted today, maybe it wasn't super fresh, or maybe it's because it's 96 degrees out. Anyway, it's worth checking out.

They have the best tamales in Chicago. I also love their pastries and cookies. Thanksread more

Very nice Corner Bakery ! Many bakery items, pastries and beverages. The Cinnamon Roll is…read moreAMAZING! WowZA. It's not something I eat often, so I approach it with an open mind to the taste, they are all made different in my opinion. This is fried. Has a nice crunch for the sweetness. and yes, it's sweet! $2.99 for a large portion you can easily share, yes! The shop is nice and the girls were also polite and nice. They take cash & card. They are located in a busy area and open at 4am. The large Walgreens is just across the street to the West , they are open 24hrs. Many casino Gaming rooms nearby, bargain shopping and good restaurants as well. Free parking out front or on side. They also have a beautiful paver brick parking behind the store. It's very well cared for.

This has been on my list for sometime, one of those I'll get around to it, I'm glad I finally did…read more I wish they were here years ago when I took Ogden Ave. to get to work. So be advised that this is a little out of the way, but really just a little or you can take the "L" and get off at Central Park. If you make your way to Riot Fest, you can find this easy peasy. The payoff, you get to support a jobs and teaching program. It's a partnership between Lawndale Christian Health and the Chicago Botanic Garden's Windy City Harvest. What else do you get, a bevy of freshly grown (most there) vegetables, tomatoes, lettuces, kale, radishes, peppers, beets on and on. If it's not grown on site they tell you where it came from. They had some pineapple and grapefruit, we know those weren't grown here. Pricing is very reasonable, better than you find at some of the neighborhood farmers markets. I bought a healthy bag of stuff for 16 bucks, and that includes one of their reusable tote bags for 2 bucks. So glad to see a worthwhile program that brings healthy food and a jobs program to the Lawndale neighborhood. Definitely repeatable.

I finally made it out to Farm on Ogden after contemplating a few times post completion of workouts…read moreat Lawndale Christian Fitness Center. Luckily, it was open until 6:00 PM the Saturday of my visit or I would have prolonged it until who knows when. Farm on Ogden stopped me while enroute to a restaurant the evening of my visit; offering me a much healthier choice to eat in comparison. I visited with an interest of purchasing a salad similar to one I had purchased days ago at Green Tomato Cafe, a cafe attached to Lawndale Christian Health Center. But more importantly I wanted to see what produce items were available for purchase. My introduction to Farm on Ogden was at the 2018 Lawndale 5k where it was mentioned that the proceeds from the race support the farm, which at the time I had no idea of. In time I learned about it after visits to Lawndale Christian Health Center - Fitness Center & Green Tomato Cafe. This visit felt like an adventure because rarely do I encounter or let alone visit an indoor farm. Highly intrigued by the presence of its greenhouse and aquaponics system which I will have to sign up for a tour in the future to learn about. As much as I wanted to ask questions about it at the time of my visit, the time was limited and I was quite positive that I would learn about it in the future eventually. Anything that contributes to the growth of a community by offering healthier foods, jobs, and education I am all for. And Farm on Ogden does so with its partnership with Lawndale Christian Health Center and Chicago Botanic Garden - Windy City Harvest. There are opportunities for anyone including veterans and adults with criminal backgrounds. If you drive, there are no worries about parking because it has its own private lot with street parking available as well. And if you do not drive, yet familiar with Chicago Transit Authority the farm sits right outside of CTA Central Park - Pink line making it an easy commute to-and-from. I made it no secret to one of the employees that I would be returning in the near future after what I discovered. Even though I live outside of the Lawndale community, it is heartwarming knowing that my contributions to not only Farm on Ogden, but Lawndale Christian Health Center are meaningful. ~Blessings~ Thomas G