When I visit the coast it's a MUST to stop at Pezzini's to take home a case of artichokes!…read moreTheir staff are so welcoming and helpful! They have a large selections of goodies as well, fresh baked breads and homemade pies which I take home too !

May 31, 2026 - stopped in on my way back from Pismo Beach because they are the only place I've ever…read moreseen Small/baby artichokes. Why are those so good? Because small or "baby" artichokes generally do not have the fuzzy, inedible choke. Absolutely delicious and perhaps I should not post that secret here as they may be harder and harder to find! Plenty of parking and the staff is always friendly too.

Awesome roadside stand with everything that's good like whoa that's some good produce!…read more We stoped by for some garlic as they have the local goodness that simply is the Gilroy best and if that wasn't enough the fruits and veggies here were awesome too soo perfect and definitely something I'm looking forward to cooking! The nice lady working inside was super friendly and very knowledgeable about her products as well as the area! Overall this was a perfect stop we got exactly what we were looking for and then some so do yourself a favor and stop by it's soo worth it!

We stopped by Thistle Hut to pick up some fresh organic produce on our recent weekend getaway to…read morePajaro Dunes. Friendly people, and a lovely variety of fruits and veggies, along with other unique items. I'm now addicted to Fruitful Farms toffee almonds (cinnamon toffee, coconut toffee, and butter toffee) .... SO GOOD! I'm willing to make the 2.5 hour drive back to Thistle Hut just to get more of those. Plus, they have the most adorable little white scruffy pup that gently greets visitors. Definitely give this roadside stand a try ... you won't be disappointed.

Great little corner store with a great selection of items and BEER! Staff was very courteous and…read morehelpful during my visit. I stopped by while driving to Monterey. I grew up in the area and wanted to recapture the nostalgia of the TORPEDO. Unfortunately I was disappointed. The Torpedo was just ok, it was about $7 but it definitely was not what I remembered. Dont get me wrong, the sandwich was huuuuuge, warm and decent enough. I just dont remember them putting the salsa in it before. I think the salsa was what I ended up disliking most. It made the sandwich so messy and runny. If I ever stop by again probably try it without the salsa.

Torpedos!!!!!!!!!! Best sandwich in the stro. Now you know. Also the modelos are plentifulread more

Good food and fresh fruit ! Great nic naks like dish towels, soap, candles etc…read more Not the least expensive but it's worth it

They watered down there ranch used to be thick and delicious and now it's like waters down milk…read more :/ fried artichoke still a 10/10 tho

Really nice Mexican grocery. They have a great meat selection, little sit down taqueria and their…read moreshelves are stocked with everything you need. Will come back again.

Great hidden taqueria w freshly prepared seasoned meat from their grocery store Carnicería, quality…read morechorizo, heaping scoops of real guacamole & sour cream w yummy roasted salsa verde for less than $11 ! This burrito brat is very happy

I love supporting local shops and buying from farmers' markets, but this Barn Fresh Produce is more…read moreof a roadside "catfish" with its giant colorful wooden signs and enticing promotional promises. I've stopped by before to buy fruit, which was okay (ie, small), but this time, I walked inside the building. Holy toledo, Batman, the products were coated under thick layers of dust and had mouse traps tucked in-between and underneath! There were boxes and cleaning supplies strewn about, and animals lying around the food. I was afraid I'd spot a tail hanging out of a hole or see something run by my feet based on how many traps were in the store. There may not be any sure proof way to keep pests out of indoor-outdoor markets, but they can at least keep the place cleaner and more organized, like not leave cleaning supplies right next to the food. I was also surprised that the prices were steep for what looked like products that haven't been moved in a long time. Barn Fresh Produce is not worth the stop for me, but if you are dying for fruit, I'd stick to the ones kept outside and make sure to wash it well before consuming.

I really enjoyed stopping at this farm stand. I wouldn't say the quality is as good as at a…read morefarmer's market but the avocados and artichokes were definitely a great deal and fresh . Lots of sizes of both - tiny avocados were seven for 1$ and there were loads of midsize and large avocados too. A few different varieties. Same for the articles. I loved the signage and had to take photos of all the old timey signs. So fun. I think it is definitely worth a stop especially for artichokes and avocados. I picked up some fresh corn and Gilroy garlic too.