IMHO Such a…read morebeautiful produce market! We had just finished having breakfast at The Cook House and my friend needed to buy a bunch of green onions, so across the street we go! The first thing I noticed before entering the market, was the freezer compartment chock full of Marianne's Ice Cream! Unfortunately, we didn't have a cooler in our trunk to keep any frozen goods cold, so we had to forgo buying Marianne's. The market is bright, clean, and full of beautiful produce and other staples. Cashier was friendly.

what would improve Capitola Village produce is to have organic fruit and vegetables? I stopped…read morethere once and they did not have any organic apples at all. I have not been back because I do not like to have fruit with pesticides because not only is it on the outside. It can go into the inside. And you can't wash off the inside, especially the berries.

I recently left a pretty scathing review of Capitola Produce Market near Gayles Bakery because the…read moreexperience there was genuinely disappointing. But right afterward we came to Sunnyside Produce and the difference was night and day. That contrast made me realize how important it is to give credit where it's due, especially after calling out bad service somewhere else. Sunnyside absolutely deserves praise. From the moment we walked in we were met with kind helpful people who were actually attentive and happy to assist. There was no attitude or indifference, just friendly efficient service. The team here clearly cares about what they do and about the customers walking through the door. The produce is fresh vibrant and well-organized, with a great mix of organic and local options that are thoughtfully stocked. Everything looked clean and cared for from the shelves to the displays, and it made shopping here feel relaxed and enjoyable. The prices are solid too, better than most other local places when you factor in the quality. It does not feel overpriced, and you actually leave with the sense that you got value for your money. What stood out the most to me is the atmosphere. This place has a soul. You are not just shopping, you are being welcomed. That is rare. After our visit I felt like this review needed to be written not just to balance out a negative one, but because Sunnyside Produce genuinely deserves recognition for doing things right. If you are looking for a place with real service, real food, and real people, this is it.

Excellent produce market in Soquel .They have a very nice assortment of fruits and veggies.Plus an…read moreassortment of other items like dip chips ect.The employees here a very helpful.They have a nice parking lot

I have loved the Everett farm since I first discovered them. I never go with an agenda and always…read moreleave with something delightfully fresh. There current hours are "open daily, 10-5" and I don't think that's reflected on the Yelp page. Definitely cruise by if you're in the area.

This is my local farm stand and I love it. Yummy fruits and veggies, awesome mushrooms, excellent…read morecider. When there the people are very nice, and when not it is easy to pay with Venmo. I like the peace and quiet and rustic surroundings as well. Yay!

We live in Bonny Doon, and have patronized this market and those on the West Side, the Sunday…read moremarket on the east side, and in Felton. The downtown market, while a long drive from us in Bonny Doon, is our favorite, by far. My primary objective at farmers' markets is the produce; vendors of meat and fish are convenience, and there are good ones both in Felton and Downtown. I rarely buy prepared food at markets. The downtown market is our favorite for the quality and greater variety of the produce. Parking can be a PITA, but I can usually find a spot within two blocks, often closer. I don't patronize markets for "the scene," or because it's cute, only for stuff to cook -- produce and raw meat and fish. All those folks wandering around, not watching where they're going, getting in the way when I'm dragging 20 lb of food around are a nuisance! :)

This is located downtown Santa Cruz on a Weds.. Zig zag 2 blocks. Quite a crowd. Found parking two…read moreblocks away in residential. Where I parked, I found broken glass. I guess, park at your own risk. The selection is the usual. Interesting, they had ice cream and yogurt bars. Good thing, it was a hot day. There were fruit samples and bakery items. Eateries. Kids running around.

I guess I'm going to be reviewing all of my favorites first…read more... How do I love thee Santa Cruz Local Foods, let me count the ways... first off I love the CSA model but am allergic to too many common foods to be able to be in one without either inconveniencing them or sacrificing a lot of the items in my basket. This is completely flexible and lets me decide from week to week exactly what I want. They will even deliver to my door by bicycle if I want, though since they've added a delivery location within walking distance I no longer use that. I used it before they added that location, though, and thought it was great. If you do a pickup, either bring your own bags or remember to bring back their sturdy waxed boxes next week so they can reuse them. They'll also take back egg cartons and milk bottles, etc. (Mark anything with a deposit on it so you get credited.) Prices are often a little above going to the farmers market, which seems perfectly reasonable to me because of the convenience. We go to the farmers market too; I just love being able to order heavy staple items like potatoes, Claravale milk, brown rice, onions, and winter squash through here. (Hopefully not all at once; I AM walking with it, though I've had a few occasions where I waddled home with several shopping bags full, milk bottles clinking, and a half flat of something.) The selection is a little more limited than most of the local farmers markets but it's no-brainer local (they clearly mark anything that's not local), and they will leave something off your order (and not charge you for it) if it's not up to their standards, which I really appreciate. It's also rare for them to leave something off an order and always for good reasons like bad weather that made a crop unexpectedly not work out. They generally have extra things that you can buy a la carte at their Mission pickup, too, which is very handy for picking up an extra bunch of greens or pound of potatoes or something. Oh, and bulk local olive oil? Yes, please! Also I love their orange-yolked eggs, and just wait until strawberry season... I often get strawberries from all of their farmers and have a strawberry-off and it's hard to choose which I like best. Last year they had wonderful obscure varieties of citrus like rangpur limes; I'm very excitedly waiting for this year's selection. They usually have some special somethings that I can't find at the local stores or farmers market. The avocados I get through them are always wonderful no matter which farmer I pick, too. They also usually carry ice cream and sorbet from places like Mission Hill Creamery and Scream Sorbet (I am addicted to the nut sorbets, personally.) The raw almond milk is also great; I get it every now and then though I also drink the super-delicious Claravale because it is delicious in its own right. If they don't include the ingredients on the website they'll find them for me when I ask. Because of celiac disease and multiple food allergies, I have to be super careful with what I eat so this is very helpful. Also, the people who run it are SUPER friendly and incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about their food.

We recently signed up via the Groupon offer that they did. Loved loved loved the sampler box that…read morethey gave us - enough to ask if they would do such a box every week. They did! They now have an Abundance box, which is a pre-made box of veggies. We are looking forward to buying that every week and supplementing with other locally sourced offerings. Things we like: - Like a CSA, but far more convenient. We have no commitment; order each week. - You can order pre-made boxes or a la carte. Think of it like an online Farmers Market (but more convenient) - They have more than veggies. - Convenient pick-up locations, including one in Los Gatos. We are fans! Looking forward to the next box.

We popped in here for some road trip snacks on a recommendation from a local. A cute neighborhood…read moregrocery store with ample parking in the back. They had a terrific selection of wine and nuts/other goodies to make your own trail mix (although they also sold trail mix there). We picked up some fruit for the road too! Cashier was very friendly & prices were reasonable.

Shoppers is a gem of a grocery store. All the staff are helpful and in good moods which shows the…read moreowners value their employees. They have lots of hard to find items from around the world. If you're making cocktails, you can find exotic ingredients to truly make them unique. The meat selection is awesome and butchers are the best.

I have been to a bunch of different Grocery Outlet locations this year in my travels. I have to…read moresay that the Santa Cruz GO is the best one. They did get a new wine guy that knows what he is doing to replace Ramon. They consistently have some ultra bargains on random items. The store is kept clean and organized. They do a very good job of having adequate cashiers.

Yoselin is very unprofessional she gives dirty looks to customers. She followed me around and out…read morethe store harassing me. I do not recommend shopping here unless you are okay with being discriminated.

Some of my favorite Santa Cruz moments always seem to happen on Saturdays. Maybe it is the way that…read moremorning fog gives way to bright sunshine. Maybe it is the extra casual vibe that the weekend brings. Maybe it is the fact that bakeries, coffee shops, and wine tasting rooms are all primed and ready for business. The Westside Saturday farmers' market opens at 9am. If you arrive a bit early, you can find easy street parking and scout out the line of vendors ahead of time. Some sellers come from the Watsonville area, like Happy Boy Farms, some from Pescadero, like Blue House and Root Down, while others are super local. 11th Hour serves superb coffee drinks, and Companion Bakeshop sells bread and pastries. Food trucks dish out tasty breakfast fare as well, and fresh veg is plentiful, including things like local avocados, lemons, and heirloom fruits of all sorts. This isn't a huge market like some on the Peninsula or the City, but the quality and charm of the location, plus the excellent 11th Hour coffee service, more than compensate for the smallish size. Start your Santa Cruz Saturday here and move on to other fun adventures knowing that you've stocked up on freshness for the week ahead!

To Market, to Market…read more Great little farmers market located at the west end of Santa Cruz in a random parking lot near one of our favorite state parks, Wilder Ranch. In fact, we arrived here after a hike at Wilder as we were trying to kill time between hiking and having lunch. The Good: * Small but mighty, as they have a little bit of everything here. * Live music * Food stands * Lots of the usual stuff you'd find at FMs, like fruit, veg, honey, and baked goods. They even had a gluten-free bakery, which made my sister very happy. The Meh: * This location is Saturday only (9 a.m. - 1 p.m.) The Ugly: * Parking is free but a real shit show. This location is almost too popular for its own good. Conclusion: Swell Farmers Market with lots of options and entertainment.

Groundswell Farm at the Fort Mason Farmers Market. Being a seasonal micro farm they were offering a…read moremix of vegetables that included Leeks, Tomatoes, Peppers, and more. There is something to be said for small footprint farms.

I am a diehard Staff of Life shopper. As I try to use fewer new containers, I like that I can buy…read morehigh quality products in bulk. The selection of products pleases a gourmet cook like me. And it's locally owned, a big plus for me.

Staff of Life is the best place to shop! I love their bakery. Especially the Basque cheesecake!…read moreOMG to die for. I also love their trinkets area to get jewelry or a small gift. The produce is amazing and the whole store is awesome.