Santa Fe Foods

Mi familia and I like the old-school vibe of La Reyna's because its nothing fancy on the outside or…read morethe inside. It just have the neighborhood feel about it. There's street parking right on Merritt in front of the store and you'll see everyday merchandize like brooms and mops displayed on the side walk. Beware, just because they're displayed along the side walk does not mean they're cheap. To me, they're quite pricey. Walk into the store, you'll notice it's nice, well stocked and clean. The vegetable/fruit sections are to your right behind the cashier. The prices on these produce are very decent, and did I mention farm-to-mouth fresh. In the back of the store is the meat and food counter where you can buy a variety of Mexican food i.e. tacos, burritos, menudo, posole etc. However, the Mexican coffee was vale la pena el dinero. If you desire to eat food there, there's only one tiny table in front of the food counter. The counter staff are very friendly and accommodating. Oh, I forgot to mention, it's almost literally next to the famous new Phil's Fish Market & restaurant.

Located inside La Reynas Supermarket. All the way in the back right corner, you'll find a little…read morekitchen. One person working. Order from the back, pay at the cash register in the front. I ordered 3 tacos. $4 a piece. Twice the size of a street taco. Chili Verde (Pork), Birria de Chivo (Goat) and Birria de Res (Beef) all on top of home made corn tortillas topped off with cilantro and onions. Seasoned perfectly, fall apart meats, fresh veggies. Salsa roja was ok. The home made tortillas were ok. Fell apart as soon as I picked it up. Ended up using a fork and knife. I still cleaned the plate so that says a lot. Maybe, it was just that day, the home made tortillas fell apart. Have to try again. Meats - 4/5

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Pezzini Farms

4.2(256 reviews)

1.5 mi

This place rocks! So many local goods and goods from businesses around California. I was shocked at…read morehow large the selection was and how many brands I recognized. There were also a lot of smaller brands that I didn't recognize, so that was great too! They're just off the highway, but far enough in that if you weren't specifically looking for them, you probably wouldn't find them. I'm so glad I saw a video about them and went to check them out. Getting on and off the highway right here is super easy, which is great because crossing the constant flow of cars can be difficult from some of the other fruit stands and shops.

Cute spot but talk about highway robbery no pun intended…read more I would have walked away satisfied if I was held at gunpoint and my wallet was taken instead of paying $11 for 5 fried artichokes the size of quarters. I will continue to stop at Pezzini to drop my loads but skip the food truck in the lot. Some of the worst fried artichokes in the central coast

Pepper Plant Seasoning Good on everything

Artichoke cupcake cross-section Very good! try it :)

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Artichoke Cupcake ($5)

Thistle Hut

4.2(27 reviews)

1.0 mi

Stopped by this morning on our way to Big Sur. Loved the selection and picked up some fresh…read morestrawberries, blackberries, and green figs The owner was super sweet and had the sunniest deposition. I loved that we get to support a local business! The store/stand was tidy, clean, and had a great selection of: lychees, passion fruit, strawberries, pluots, peaches, grapes, and melons! Stop on by and support local small business!

Super delicious strawberries, but the "9 for $1 avocados" sign was misleading. Furthermore, my…read morehusband was nearly overcharged (and had to show the price sign was lower than what the cashier was going to charge).

Fresh organic strawberries and green figs

Black berries were super juicy and big!

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Wow these strawberries look so good

Primavera Market

4.4(5 reviews)

0.6 mi

There was A limited supply, prices were high. Products were geared for the Spanish speaking…read morecommunity, meats selections for Mexican dishes and many produced labeled in Spanish.

Excellent food, homemade tortillas, great tacos, great rice and beans, people are excellent and the…read moreprice is right. If you're in the OC, stop by you won't be disappointed.

Nick's Hiway Market

3.3(3 reviews)

0.1 mi

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

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Giant Artichoke Fruits & Veg

3.9(77 reviews)

0.1 mi

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

Picked up some fried artichokes a few weeks ago from the deli. They used to be the best in the…read morearea for years and looked forward to having them as a treat. New managers or owners changed the recipe or supplier. They are very bland now with no taste. They need to improve or will lose local customers.

Ginger root growing roots

Peppers gone bad.

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Barn Fresh Produce

3.4(106 reviews)

2.4 mi

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.

Wonderful fresh selection! I have been going to Barn Fresh for many years and it is wonderful!read more

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Rodriguez Farms

3.6(29 reviews)

3.3 mi

9/12/26 CSM Farmers Market…read more"Rodriguez Farms" sign w GREEN canopy. Do NOT buy from the GREEN canopy. The lady there said they have Albion strawberries and said they forgot to put signage up. She LIED!!! She also was misleading when I asked her if they go to the San Carlos Farmers Market. TLDR: Buy from the BLUE canopy Rodriguez Farms, not the green one.

At Newark Farmer's Market, I have recently seen two farms that sell strawberries - Rodriguez and…read moreFenella Berries. As of now, I prefer the latter farm and have a review for them. ORDER Biggest box of strawberries - $20 STARS (stand out qualities) -Food (5/5 stars) - red and delicious strawberries -Service (3/5 stars) - one staff gave me a sour face when I asked to pick another box because I saw some bruised strawberries -Ambiance (4/5 stars) - quick service STAIRS (areas of growth) -Feels a bit too salesy but I understand they need to make a living! TIPS -Fot the big box, rhetorical offered me $20 even though it is advertised as $25 -They offer plastic bag but farmers market has station to give one or get one reusable bag

Berries are in season!

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Cortney T.

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12

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3 years ago

I am horrified and disgusted at my experience here I will never step foot back into this location again I have been loyal to them for the past six years since moving to this area. The employees are racist against anyone other than Hispanics. They are sexist and accuse everyone of stealing I am floored by what I saw today. I will be making sure everyone I know boycotts this location. read more

Scott G.

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1

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2 years ago

this place is to expensive and sucks!!!! nice prices they are lame! i feel sorry for me and the locals in castroville. move out and beat it!!! read more

John Q.

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20

7

6 years ago

Forces sick employees to work under terrible circumstances. If they take time off for the pandemic they are threatened they will lose their jobs read more

Alfonso M.

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1

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9 years ago

Bought fish sticks on 7.6.2017 and the buy by date was may 2016. It was over a year old..Selling old food and its expensive

Krystal R.

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1

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9 years ago

the food at the restaurant is absolute garbage

Santa Fe Foods - grocery - Updated September 2026

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