Walking through a mercado in Mexico, you're surrounded by bright colors, the smell of fresh food in…read morethe air, people savoring fruit cups, and vendors calling you over into their shops and tasty samples everywhere . Such a wonderful experience. We tried the carnitas at Kiko Jr., and all I can say is you absolutely cannot skip this place.

Love stopping here for shopping, fresh juice and some tacos while in TJ. Parking is reasonable and…read moreprices over all not bad. Not the cheapest in TJ, but having all the options in once place is nice. Pro tip: have pesos ready for prepaid parking at kiosks. Once by restrooms and one near north entrance. Maybe more, but only two I'm familiar with. Multiple exits for prepaid tickets, but only one if you don't have exact change.

Review 61 When…read moreyou're in downtown and hungry for some homemade Mexican food; this is the place to go eat! The Mercado Municipal is a also a great place to pick up souvenirs and just about anything you can imagine. I picked up a flour size tortilla press and comal; I've already put both to use! Great deals are to be found here since all the vendors are eager to sell. Plan B I only submit 5-Star reviews, if I post a review it's cause 'hat's off" I recommend the establishment and will return for another experience. I don't feel the need to submit a review with less than 5-Stars, regardless if I check in, submit a picture or tip. I suggest Yelp change it's reviews to a category scoring system, then is when I can be fair and review each place I visit. PM me if you like additional information.

Easy to get around but it is only by walking that you will find it. Great prices mostly by the kilo…read moreand the most amazing supplement herb collection. I will never forget the smell of fresh herbs and so many wonders. Many wise choices if you are looking for the Santa Muerte. Lots of cinnamon to chamomile to everything your mind can wonder. Tarot cards too but for some reason I was not allowed to take pictures of those. Candles to burning incense. Cash only and I have no idea if they have bathrooms.

A great event but Easter weekend was brutal. The 81F felt more like 89F and the place was "sold the…read more__ out" with people. Too crowded. We will avoid holidays entirely moving forward or go early bird special. CAPTAIN JACK's SHELLFISH CO.: LOBSTER ROLL: -- not enough of their apparent parm/evo/butter/garlic sauce -- moderately loaded or a tad more with lobster -- nice tasting -- looked better last time and I did not select it RATING = A- GRILLED OYSTERS and GRILLED SCALLOPS still "too legit to quit". Dad did not love the crowds nor the hills, so we let him sit while we did a "power walk" of other vendors. Not a great day or venue necessarily for those with mobility issues.

So, so, so good! You'll find the fresh berries, citrus, veggies, and flowers of your dreams. I…read morepurchased fresh blueberries, strawberries, and raspberries. I also purchased a box of dates. Honestly, anyone can find something they like here. Argentinian empanadas, Indian samosas, onigiri, Vietnamese iced coffee, fresh lemonade. The options are endless. Endless artists sell their jewelry, clothing, accessories, and more. You can go from browsing silver bracelets to finding a hand poured candle. It's a fun walk through countless vendors. Incredibly busy too

Wow!! Now THIS is a top-notch Farmers Market (and I consider myself to be a Farmers Market…read moreconnoisseur). If you can get over the fact that parking is a nightmare (tip: get there early and use the free parking lot at the DMV) you'll love every second of your time here. We got there around 9:30am and were lucky enough to snag a spot at the aforementioned lot - about a 5 minute walk from the start of the market. From there, we took about 2 hours to fully explore, including a quick stop at a cute and affordably-priced vintage stop right off the vendors' booths. There is a huge variety of goods, mostly consumables with a few jewelry and handmade goods worked in. The vast majority of consumables booths had samples. I tried balsamic vinegars, loads of dips, some fresh fruit and tomatoes, bread, tempeh, you name it. I wasn't even hungry for lunch after going! If you aren't keen on samples, there are lots of prepared food booths for a full meal. Prices are reasonable. I bought a delicious Mediterranean 3 layer dip for $6 and my brother got a massive focaccia loaf for $10. The vendors were very friendly and helpful. Many (most?) also had business cards with shipping info if you're like me and have a full suitcase already. I would consider this market a must-visit if you find yourself in San Diego on a Sunday. Loved it!

Hillcrest Farmers Market (opened in April 1997) is San Diego's original and largest farmers market…read morewith over 175 vendors. [Hours]: Sunday (rain or shine) from 9 AM to 2 PM. [Parking]: Difficult parking situation, but I got really lucky and found a street parking spot near the intersection of Cleveland Ave and Richmond St at 9 AM. Apparently visitors can park for free at the DMV parking lot (3960 Normal St), but the lot fills up quickly so come early. According to the website, visitors can also park at the United States Postal Service parking lot at 3911 Cleveland Ave. [Amenities & vendors]: The farmers market does not accept EBT. The market takes up about three large blocks and visitors can find produce, gifts, arts and crafts, flowers, clothing, etc. Not many fruit stands offer samples, but other non-fruit food vendors do provide free samples. The market also has a solid food court including one vendor selling coconut pancakes (Coconut & Co. Thai Fusion). The coconut pancakes (aka khanom krok - $4 for 8 pieces) reminded me of the sticky rice from mango sticky rice and these pancakes were actually quite good. [Conclusion]: Our party only ended up staying for 30 minutes, but overall this is a great farmers market for anyone who's looking for solid one-stop food options and not necessarily looking for a produce-focused farmers market.

The Otay Ranch Farmers Market in Chula Vista, CA is a weekly market held at the Otay Ranch Town…read moreCenter on Tuesdays from 4pm-8pm, featuring a variety of local farmers, prepared food vendors, and craft sellers, with a strong emphasis on international cuisine. Today we tried the following: *Teriyaki Prime rib bowl w/pork belly fried rice from Tiger Sticks. This is usually a favorite but today rating 4/5 stars because the meat was a bit tough and it lacked seasoning. *Bacon wrapped Doggos Gus hotdog with the works 4.5/5 stars. *Vegan Coconut Sundae from Cocobomb. Dessert was light and had the right amount sugar 5/5 stars! There's so much great food and desserts. All the vendors are very friendly and some will give samples. Check it out! Happy Yelping :)

We've been here a couple times already since we have our fav stops but the food that we've had like…read morethe tacos, hot links from full belly bbq, gyros, etc has been delicious!. The people are always nice and welcoming. I love it ! The only thing for me is that I was wish there was more stalls we can finish seeing everything in maybe 10-15 min depending how fast you see everything. If you haven't , you should go check it out ! It's in a mall. They're open 4-8pm on Tuesday only ! I recommend the "Full Belly Bbq" the moink is awesome, "Suerte" for coffeee and refreshers, and "BomBom" for sweets but surprisingly they're not overly sweet like how some donuts are which is a bonus for me !

The OB Farmers Market is definitely a vibe. It's jampacked with local restaurant stands, vendors…read moreselling handicrafts and thrifted items and a few stands that sell farm fresh produce, baked goods, potted plants, and flower bouquets. There are always a few local musicians at either end of the market strip and if you walk down by the water, there's usually a big group of people in a drum circle and dancing. Parking is brutal. Best to get there at the beginning of the farmers market for a better chance of finding a free spot and not having to pay for one of the lots as they can be quite pricey.

Super duper hippie vibes My card got skimmed so I would pay…read morecash here Wouldn't take my kids here or a large family. Can be really close quarters Lots of thrifting vintage clothes, jewelry, and other items which is fun. Drum circles happening at the beach walk and the food around is good. I came to support a business I really love but besides that I wouldn't come back to this market.

Don't come here looking for a tourist oriented market with food and drinks. They have plenty of…read morehousehold items, souveniers, and dust collectors, but most impressive is the array of local/regional goods for home cooking. For me, the wide range of dried chile peppers that I can't get in the U.S. for making special sauces was the trick. The amazing selection of cheeses and mole sauces/pastes made me drool and wish I could bring some back to the U.S.

During my recent visit to TJ, I wanted to explore one of their popular markets and looked forward…read moreto snacking on tacos and enjoying some drinks. Sadly, this market really wasn't what I expected. Mercado El Popo is really meant to be a local farmer's market and not one that caters to tourists or those looking for an adventure through sites and smells. They sell lots of local items meant for the household along with groceries and spices. Sure, tourists may be able to find something of interest, but the market itself is really not meant for that demographic. Additionally, the market is very small and you can walk through its entirety in less than five minutes. Part of me is glad that its left untapped so to speak from the outside world, but as a visitor I'd recommend passing and exploring other parts of town.

I love a good food hall, and this one doesn't disappoint. A great collection of various cuisines,…read moreincluding yummy dessert options. This is a perfect choice for when you're traveling with a group and have a lot of differing preferences. Seating can be a little tricky, especially when you have a group larger than 6 people, but when the weather is nice, outside seating is lovely.

Liberty Public Market is San Diego's first food hall and opened in 2016. The market is part of the…read moreArts District Liberty Station and currently has over 35 vendors & open 7 days a week. [Parking]: Parking can be somewhat difficult during busy weekends, but there are designated parking lots throughout Liberty Station so it will require a bit of patience and driving around to find an available spot. [Amenities]: Free Wi-Fi and public restrooms are available. The market has multiple patio seating areas. There is a bar called Mess Hall Bar with TVs, but they were not showing the sports games our party wanted to watch. Please note that the food hall is located close to San Diego International Airport so visitors can hear noises on airplanes taking off and getting ready to land. [Vendors]: The market has some vendors selling books and handcrafted items. As for the food options, I thought they were fairly mediocre compared to other food halls in Los Angeles or Orange County. Some recommended options include Parana (empanadas), Wicked Maine Lobster (lobster rolls), Kebab Craft (Mediterranean food), and Mama Made Thai (Pad Thai). [Conclusion]: While it is great to see San Diego have a food hall that houses various cuisines in one spot, the market has a subpar parking situation, noise pollution from airplanes, and not-so-exciting food options. P.S. - If visitors have extra time to spare, then definitely walk around and check out the nearby art galleries and small museums.

Last week I was having lunch at home with my love And she…read morebrought home Sushi from Manolo's market she said that it was good but I thought okay Let me try it oh I really like the carrots and avocado veggie sushi it was fresh, rice was good not real tight on the roll. But for Mexican, Latin market is was good Ginger was a great amount and wasbi was hot too And a good amount I shared my sushi and was enough for lunch for me. Wow now you know sushi at Manolo's Market too. They such a big selection of prepared foods And a good tortillas I like their corn tortillas here too

Stopped by Manolo's Grocery Store on Saturn and Coronado Boulevard and was genuinely impressed! The…read morestore was clean, well organized, and clearly well kept which is nice to see when walking into a neighborhood market. They had a really nice variety of cooked food available, which is perfect if you're looking to grab a quick hot meal. Everything looked fresh and smelled delicious. The bakery was the real stand out for me. Their cakes are absolutely delicious, moist, flavorful, and beautifully made. This is my go to spot for birthday cakes these days. The produce section was also a highlight. Their vegetable selection was amazing. Everything looked vibrant, fresh, and beautifully arranged. You can tell they take pride in their presentation and quality. Prices are really high, but honestly, that's to be expected with this type of store. Overall, a great spot to grab last minute groceries, a hot meal, or a sweet treat.