The goods here are quite delicious and they have an eclectic line of items you could get~ They also have the most adorable mascots for their fruits! We tried the watermelon jam and the strawberry guava jam. D E L I C I O U S. We need to try more of their items next time!!! read more

Even without visiting during one of Tanaka Farms' scheduled activities, we still had such a great experience! Admission was only $6 per person, and children under 2 are free, which makes it an affordable outing for families. The staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming from the moment we arrived. They answered our questions and gave us information about the farm. The barn is on the smaller side, but there were still plenty of animals to see, including ponies, goats, chickens, and sheep. Outside, we also saw a turkey, horses, cows, and a pig. We visited around 11:30 a.m. on a Friday, and at one point we had the entire barn to ourselves, which made it especially enjoyable with our little one. Storytime for little ones is offered on Tuesdays and Fridays at 10:30 a.m. After visiting the animals, we explored the produce market and were impressed by the variety. They had fresh fruits and vegetables, delicious pastries, breads, jams, and lots of other tasty snacks to browse. If it's your first visit, I'd recommend going during one of their scheduled activities so you can experience the tractor ride as well. There was plenty of parking, and I appreciated that they had a changing table available for babies and toddlers, which made the visit even more family-friendly. Overall, it was a relaxing, low-key outing that's perfect for families with young children. We had a wonderful time and will definitely be back to experience more of what Tanaka Farms has to offer! read more

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went for the strawberry picking! our tickets were $29 each which included a tractor ride over to the fields, harvesting of a vegetable in season, harvesting of 1 carton of strawberries (pictured), and all you can eat strawberries as you're harvesting! the tickets also included access to the petting zoo and the shopping and games area (additional cost to play). the staff are super friendly and informative. they are very efficient with the guided harvesting and make the whole visit fun! great place for dates, family outings, friend groups, etc. overall very welcoming to all people. of note they also have a produce store that is free to access no ticket purchase necessary. i recommend carefully planning what time of year you go as it can get hot throughout the day. end of March/early April was already getting warm and we were seeking shade or a breeze. read more

Tanaka Farms - strawberry picking - CSA Near Me - Irvine, California

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Came to Tanaka Farms as a parent chaperone for a field trip. The kids had a great time! We started the tour with a wagon ride where our guide gave us a history and description of all that is offered on the farm. The kids loved when we picked green onions and strawberries to take home. There is a large shaded bench area for lunch and a good selection of produce and baked goods in their store. I've heard from many that it's pricey to go during the holidays, especially for the pumpkin patch, but as a field trip, we all had a great experience! read more

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Took my twin toddlers to the Strawberry festival and they had a blast. We met a 5 day old baby goat along with many farm animals. There are many photo opportunities and the tractor ride was a nice little break. Looking forward to visiting more often. Loved the jam we bought (strawberry guava) and the gummies. read more

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We love coming here every time especially for the strawberry picking season and get to also enjoy their fests

This place was bustling with activity when we visited on Saturday. The admission was free, however, the parking was $10 and we bought it in advance and had to reserve a time slot to arrive at. You have to show a QR code in order to enter the parking lot. I don't think you're able to purchase the parking on the spot. Anyway, there are a lot of neat little activities for the kids to partake in. We decided to do some strawberry picking. They offer it on a paid wagon tour where the field is further away and you can pick all you can eat as well as carry in containers that I think you can purchase but you have to pay and reserve that tour in advance or you can pick all you can eat strawberries but no carry out from a nearby field for 30 mins at the cost of $17 per person. Kids under the age of 3 years old are free. We decided to do the 30 min for $17 with our toddler and we ate A LOT of strawberries! There were so many large and juicy strawberries that would put whatever you buy at the supermarket to shame. We ate so much that we were starting to feel a little sick so we stopped picking and called it quits before the attendant called in our group. Afterwards we took the free wagon ride that's basically a 15 min ride around the farm fields and you get to see all the other fruits and vegetables they grow there besides the strawberries. Definitely recommend doing that. For lunch we ate food we packed from home but Tanaka Farms offers their own food as well as a number of food vendors there that looked like they were offering different types of Japanese fare. I couldn't really tell you what they were because I just glanced as I walked through the area but they looked like they had the basics like ramen, udon, takoyaki, yakiniku aka grilled meat on skewers etc. After lunch we walked through their free petting zoo area. All the kids there were having a blast and our son enjoyed petting the goats. Finally we made our way over to the honeybee tractor ride to close out our day. This ride cost something like $2-3 per person and kids under 3 yrs old ride free. This one was a popular attraction and we waited at least 30 mins or so. Honestly it wasn't my cup of tea. I had my son in my lap and the cars are pretty snug and you're bouncing on a dirt track. If we make our way back down here, it's not a ride I'm getting on again. All in all, it was a fun time for the whole family. Just make sure you bring plenty of water and some wide brimmed hats and you'll be good! Great outdoor fun for the whole family! read more

Tanaka Farms - The strawberries there were so large and sweet! - CSA Near Me - Irvine, California

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Does anyone not like Tanaka Farms? Their pumpkin patch is a seasonal must for us every. single. year. There's a million photo ops, loads of games and interactive sections for all ages and my favorite part in the little market on your way out. It's such a step up from the quickly put together parking lot patches around the county. Also it's open year round with multiple events not just during Halloween. read more

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Tanaka farms, what an amazing Saturday farmer's market turn out. Plenty of parking but quite full since the farmer's market is amazing. Many booths but most importantly for us....trays of delicious strawberries to choose from, my only wish was that it was also corn season. read more

Tanaka Farms - Half tray of delicious strawberries $30.00 - CSA Near Me - Irvine, California

10.10.25 - my first time at a pumpkin patch! Thankful for my friend who took me. She purchased the tickets so I am not sure how much the entrance fee was. There was no service out there so be sure to screenshot your tickets or confirmation ahead of time! We got there around 5pm and were there for about an hour. It wasn't packed at all. They have food and drinks for purchase on-site in case you're hungry. My friend got a hot dog, chips and a lemonade. I tried to get a pumpkin cider but the group in front of us ordered the last of it. All they had left was wine or beer so I got some wine. We walked around a bit, looked at the animals and took some pics in the pumpkin patch. They have wagon rides, an educational area, and a play area for kids. There are some additional games and activities as well but those cost extra. Definitely need some cell service out there and still bummed that they ran out of pumpkin cider but overall, it was cool. Something different to see and do. I'll have to check out some others to compare read more

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I finally got to check out this farm! My kid really enjoyed it. We took advantage of their free entrance on the weeekend that ends April 26th. Paid $10 for parking and was able to enjoy their free wagon tour around the farm as well as the free barnyard experience. We were able to pet some goats and horse. When they drove by the strawberries, you could smell the sweetness of the strawberries. It was a nice experience and the staff were all friendly. It is a bit dusty though. They also had a good amount of fresh produce and food for sale. I would come back again. read more

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If you come on Monday and Tuesday there will be no food at all. 23 dollars is a lot to pay for no food, no games, no pumpkin launching. Plus side Plenty of parking and Patrick the goat was a cutie. read more

Tanaka Farms - CSA Near Me - Irvine, California

It's take your girl to the pumpkin patch season! He got us tickets to this pumpkin patch that I have always wanted to go to. They had tons of pumpkins and I didn't know that pumpkins came in a few different colors. We saw a few pink and white ones. We also saw a tiger one! It had stripes. They sold wine, beer, and a few cocktails. They also had a lot of food to choose from if you got hungry. We didn't eat there as we were going to dinner after the pumpkin patch. We got some drinks and then walked around. We also did a hay ride. They took us all over the farm. We also did a corn maze. There is also a small farm animal zoo with chickens and goats! It was a beautiful afternoon at the pumpkin patch. This pumpkin patch is the best one I've been to! This will definitely be a tradition going forward. I highly recommend buying tickets ahead of time. read more

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Had a lot of fun at their Hikari Light festival. I am amazed that they draped the entire farm in lights!!! Also impressive was their legacy wall detailing the history of Issei & Nisei Japanese American farmers. Wow. Don't forget the wall listing different camps that JA's were incarcerated in during WWII. Never forget. We enjoyed the tractor ride & corn maze (simple maze, mainly for kids :)). There were other games, family-friendly craft activities and a ride for small children. I would say this is mainly a family event for those with small kids. Knowing that, my partner & I still went because we love Tanaka Farms. Also a great place to buy last-minute gifts. read more

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This farm was so cute ; I bought some strawberry jam which was a 10/10 Went during the day there was a few things to do ; touch the animals , wagon ride also a couple photos ops we love that . But I've been told several times it best to go at night if you're going for a date type of vibes . Games and things of that nature are only on the weekend which was a bummer cause I try to avoid big crowds sometimes but overall really cute read more

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This is a great place to buy fresh produce and bring children to experience farm life. We took students on a tour of the place and they got to pick fresh strawberries, learn about how they grow crops, and see farm animals (sheep, chickens, etc.). They have a store where you can buy produce and gifts. It's worth a visit! read more

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Decided to go on their opening day, and everyone had so much fun! So much to do, egg hunt, pictures with bunny, games, sandlot, shop with vendors, strawberry picking or purchasing, rides on the tractor, and food. Not sure if they have the same menu all the time but all the food we got was delicious, especially the strawberry salad Everything seemed very well organized and clean. Next time definitely trying the strawberry tour with the kids! read more

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I visited the Hikari Lights Festival at Tanaka Farms and overall had a nice time, but it's definitely more geared toward kids and families. The light displays are cute and festive, but on the simpler side if you're expecting something big or immersive. The highlight for me was Santa-super friendly and great with photos-but there's an additional $6 fee to see him, which I wasn't expecting. It's a fun outing if you have little ones or want a casual holiday activity. read more

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What a great experience on the Tanaka Farms. My husband and I took our toddler to the farm so she could experience picking strawberries and to see the farm animals. It was very hot even though we bought the 9:30 am tickets. We got to ride on a wagon pulled by a tractor that takes a tour through the farms. You get to see all the vegetables and plants. We got each a celery bunch and each got to pick strawberries to fill one carton. We got to eat the straight of the vine. We only had to pay for two tickets for us as children under two are free but children do not get their own cart to pick strawberries. We'd definitely visit again as we saw they do different events according to the season. It's not super close to use but we'd make the drive again. You can produce directly from them and they sale little farm knick knacks. There are porta potty's if you have to use the restroom. They do provide a changing table and sink to wash your hands. read more

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Haiku: Tanaka Farms Tractor-pulled farm tour All-you-can-pick strawberries Fun activities. --- One of my summer traditions is coming to Tanaka Farms during its strawberry and blackberry tour-picking seasons. Grab your family and friends for an interactive, fun event, while channeling your inner farmer! Booking the farm tour includes a tractor-pulled ride through their lush fields, picking a seasonal veggie, and the designated fruit. We only come for strawberries or blackberries. Tanaka's strawberries are carefully selected for their sweetness, texture, and vibrant flavor. It's AYCE and can fit into the given container (lid must close). Strawberry season is generally February to June, with the peak months typically being April, May, and June. Blackberry season is incredibly short--late May through June. Some years, it was a short 2-week window. I'd keep checking their site or call. This long-running interactive farm also has a market stand, kid activities, food booths, and other seasonal tours for watermelon and pumpkin patch. Bonus: There's also a petting zoo, free with admission. read more

I just did the Strawberry Happy Hour at Tanaka Farms, and it was such a great experience! It is easily one of the best activities in the area if you're looking for something fun and outdoorsy. The Happy Hour is an amazing value. You get a 1lb green basket to fill and take home, plus you're allowed to eat as many strawberries as you want while you are out in the fields. The berries are incredibly fresh and sweet nothing like what you find in the grocery store. It's a very peaceful experience being out on such a large, beautiful farm. A few tips for your visit: * Check their site/socials: They usually announce Happy Hour dates last minute based on how many berries are ripe, so you have to keep an eye out for the schedule. * Footwear: It's a real working farm, so it can get pretty dusty. Definitely wear shoes you don't mind getting a little dirty. * Timing: Since it's a 'Happy Hour,' the windows are specific, so make sure to arrive on time to get your full picking session in. Highly recommend this for families, a unique date, or just anyone who loves fresh fruit. It's a local treasure read more

Tanaka Farms - CSA Near Me - Irvine, California

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Such a fun little spot for the summer. We got a little tractor tour of the grounds. We got free corn, two big zucchini's and picked strawberries. So much fun. And there is a little area to feed goats. read more

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We visited the farm on a Sunday morning for their open house. Entrance is free but they charged a parking fee and you have to reserve ahead for the time slot. Ours was 10:30 am but by the time we arrived, the parking lot was full and there were lots of cars waiting for a parking space. With a continuous stream of new cars arriving, it was quite confusing at times. The farm ground was sparsely decorated but there were many additional booths besides the regular vegetable and fruit market stalls. These temporary booth displayed a variety of products. There were literally mountains of people. Lots of kids too as there were wagon ride, various games and DIY projects. Even the Easter bunny had a booth! Overall it's fun if you like shopping around and don't mind the crowd. read more

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Came early to strawberry tour and picking. Was $30 to pick strawberries and go on a tractor tour around d the farm. Great for families a lot to do for kids. Picking strawberries were fun and they give you a plastic container to take home ones you pick. Spent a few hours here. Bring some sunscreen and water. They have a farmers market and vendors with all kinds of things. Fresh breads and jams, and other things. We had a fun experience read more

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**disclaimer: We visited towards the end of October & on a weekday, hence the sad pumpkin field and closed activities. Parking was free for a weekday and easy to navigate. Pumpkin patch/field was pretty sparse with many rotting. The corn maze was sad and all dried up/dead. No food vendors were open on the day we went & the butterfly exhibit was closed. We left after an hour since the only attraction open/interesting were the animals. However, there were plenty of places to take pictures all over the farm so that was fun. Not sure if I would go here again? If you do, I'd recommend to go when they first open the pumpkin patch mid September and on a weekend so it's more lively. read more

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Loved the strawberry picking! My kids loved seeing all the barnyard animals! They had cows, pig, goats, chickens etc. they were so entertained! We got 1lb of strawberries for free per person which was included in our purchase. Both my kids had so much fun! You can take your stroller and park in near the tractor ride. We would return! read more

Went for the pumpkin patch experience. Was pricey, but o think it's worth the cost. Plus knowing it goes back to the farm made me feel better. With entry you got a tractor ride included which was amazing, it went around all the produce fields and it was crazy to see how big it ranges. The pumpkin patch itself was super cute with multiple cut outs to take pictures with. The animals were all super nice and actually came up To people at the gates to be pet. I even got to pet a chicken they had out. You could either buy food and drinks there or I saw people come with their own picnic baskets and ate stuff they brought. There were other activities which cost to do, but they ranged $6-8 each. I'd come back again for sure. Even at the exit they have a store where they had produce and goodies for purchase. read more

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Oh, I've been shaking, I love it when you go ripe You take all my inhibitions Berries, there's nothing holding me back... Great place to let the kids explore. From climbing on a tractor to picking their own fruit. Blackberries have arrived so you can choose either strawberries or Blackberries to pick. You can buy tickets online, the weekends do sell out and get crowded. The blackberries were ripe and ready to eat. The kids went to town on them as soon as we started to pick. They definitely had their fill as well as their clamshell. We also got to pick a vegetable, carrots for us, turned into some tasty sautéed carrots at home. Plenty of parking available. Bathrooms are right by the entrance, porta pottys with a baby changing area. They have a little store in case you want to get some honey, merchandise, berries etc. Great little adventure for the whole family. Be sure to book your tickets and enjoy the picking. God bless read more

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I absolutely love this place! If you live near Irvine or are a UCI student this place is a must to visit. I love how family oriented it is! Such a great place to have in a suburban place like Irvine. It feels nice to be able to go to a pumpkin patch without having to leave the suburban area! Family fun place great for photo sessions as well. Reasonably priced as well. Beer and food options are available though it would be great if the cafeteria food would have healthier options. Come by their pumpkin patch events! You won't be disappointed! read more

A family favorite! Tanaka Farms is the perfect blend of fun, learning, and fresh produce. The seasonal u-pick experiences especially strawberries and pumpkins are a hit with kids and adults alike. Everything is well-organized, the staff is friendly, and the farm is clean and beautiful. Their farm stand has amazing fruits and veggies, and the strawberry lemonade is a must. Great way to spend a sunny day and support local agriculture! read more

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Ok, let me just say...I had THE BEST time at Tanaka Farms! Attended a work event at Tanaka Farms recently, and wasn't really sure what to expect since I don't like dirt...lol! We learned about the farm from Farmer Tanaka, went on a tractor ride, and got to pick veggies which I cooked today! The farm is huge, and has many different kinds of fruit and veggies. On this particular day, we got to pick bok choy, carrots, and shishito peppers. The staff at the farm is so knowledgeable and helpful. The event space is absolutely beautiful as well. I didn't have a chance to visit the farmers market as they were closed by the time our event was over, but looking forward to visiting again soon. Pumpkin patch season is right around the corner! read more

Tanaka Farms - CSA Near Me - Irvine, California

Cute experience for the family. It's cheaper during the weekdays and free parking M-Thu. There's a few free experiences: hay ride, tractor play area - otherwise everything else requires tickets ($3/ticket). Most games are 2-3 tickets. We enjoyed the cool night and walked around - solid 1.5 hour distraction for my toddler without purchasing extras. ProTip: you can buy the Santa photo with cash, you don't have to buy tickets! read more

I've been looking forward to making a trip down to Tanaka Farms for the Jurassic Fright setup for months now and finally came over the weekend. After seeing photos of the giant mechanical dinosaurs and pumpkins, my wife and I knew this would hopefully be right up our ally but the first "huh" came when it costed over $70 to get in on a Sunday morning between entry and parking (we actually have no idea how much parking was since they didn't tell us when we pulled in, they simple said cash or card and we tapped". Now, I wouldn't even be upset with the cost if this was a super cool experience, but it was kind of lame and super quick to do. Now don't get me wrong, I did enjoy myself going through the corn maze full of dinosaur setups and thought it was pretty cool. I did enjoy the dinosaurs themselves, but the mediocre quality Halloween decorations around them was kind of a confusing touch. Now once you finish the actual maze, which isn't super long and only takes between 20-30 minutes to actually do, you don't really have many other things to do. You can go to the pumpkin patch and get a pumpkin, eat at the one food stand they had, spend more money to use a pumpkin launcher, take a short ride through a tiny farm, get some face paint, or see a small selection of animals. Don't get me wrong, I enjoyed watching the goats, ducks, turkeys, and rabbits as much as anyone who likes cute animals, but it was only maybe an additional 10 minutes of fun before I found myself at the tiny shop on the way out. I almost picked up a shirt, but $38 was getting a no from me. Overall, Tanaka Farms may have some quality fruits and vegetables, but the Jurassic Fright experience is absolutely not worth the $70 we spent coming here for an hour of semi-fun. Definitely left feeling a bit letdown with the experience. read more

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A berry magical experience. I can't imagine a Sunday better spent. My best friends, their kiddos, and I ate the sweetest, most ripe strawberries straight from the vine. Here's how Tanaka's strawberry picking experience works: There's limited availability, so you'll need to snag your $25 ticket in advance on their website. Tickets are offered in time slots and you'll need to arrive 15 prior to load the tractor. While they'll still catch you up via golf cart if you're late, it's a relatively fast moving tour, so it would be a bummer to miss key pieces. Once on the tractor, your awesome tour guide (shout-out to Hope!) will explain the farms history and deliver your group to the veggie of the day. Each group receives approval to pick a different in-season vegetable. We saw options like carrots, bok choy, and brussel sprouts. Our group was able to pick five large leafs of swiss chard! Loved learning about the proper way to harvest this leafy green. From there, they'll take you to the many rows of ripe strawberries. Each ticket holder is given a strawberry container to fill to their hearts content. You're also able to eat the strawberries as you go! Not only are there thousands of ripe strawberries to pick, but the farm is filled with a number of other activities. They have petting zoos, arts and crafts, games, etc. There's even an onsite farmers market where I snagged sourdough and a strawberry-banana loaf. While this is mainly a friendly-family activity, I'd easily go back without the kids. read more

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This review is regarding the Pumpkin patch and October/November festivities! I know my review is late but better late than never right? Last year I recently heard about Tanaka Farms from a friend and he was going to take his significant other on a date here so I thought it would be the perfect spot to take my girlfriend too. I booked some tickets online but I booked it for the wrong day, luckily I still got in the following day so thank you Tanaka Farms for that. I would say this is mostly a family oriented-farm, we were a bit underwhelmed with the attractions, games and overall pumpkin patch. We took some pictures, enjoyed the complimentary tractor ride, the lights, maze and met some of the animals at the petting zoo. It was crowded but it wasn't too bad. I would come back during regular hours for some fruit/vegetable picking or another holiday for redemption. read more

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Family owned almost heritage farm, opens during most holidays for other events. We came her for a Hikari Lantern festival, a perfect winter night time event. What would be fallow or dormant fields are decorated with lots of festive lanterns, especially over the cornfield maze, and many other brightly decorated fields and growing gardens. Lots of included activities : free petting zoo (most farm animals were still awake, and the friendliest were the goats and donkey), included tractor pull ride took you around the well decorated fields, past a huge stand of banana trees, several Christmas trees on display (they only light up with a cheerful yell of Merry Christmas!), and a "snow" machine pumping out flakes of "snow" to the rocking holiday music, plus a gift of mandarin Satsuma oranges for each person. Onsite activities that required tickets to be purchased ($3 each, some activities need 2 or 3 per person) : arts and crafts, a T-shirt or tote bag heat transfer for purchase ($25 for a child's t shirt to $40 adult sizes), carnival type games and a grill. Alcoholic beverages were also available to purchase. Bring a warm jacket (the nighttime temperatures dipped to low 50's and less), bundle up as well as you can in your most festive attire! It's a real farm, so the ground is rocky or uneven in many spots. Bring comfortable walking shoes that you don't mind getting muddy. Check for other seasonal activities and events including strawberry harvest and pumpkin patch and watermelon picking. Market of jams, fruit preserves and vegetables like garlic and beans. Christmas trees were also on sale but seemed so expensive! The smallest tree about two feet tall was $60, the tallest noble fir I saw was $340 for seven feet. read more

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This review is specifically for the Tractor Ride Tour that includes strawberry and vegetable picking with a young child. While this experience may be enjoyable for couples or families looking for a general farm outing, I would not recommend it if your primary goal is strawberry picking with small children. The biggest issue was the time limit. Guests are only given about 15 minutes to pick strawberries, which felt far too short. I attended with my partner and my niece, and we barely had enough time to let her enjoy the experience before we were being rushed back to the tractor. We wanted to encourage her to pick strawberries at her own pace, but the short timeframe made that difficult. We also didn't have time to stop and take family photos because we were focused on picking as quickly as possible. We weren't the only ones who felt rushed. Another family with two young children appeared to be having the same challenge and was also hurried back onto the tractor before they could fully enjoy the activity. On a positive note, the petting zoo was a lot of fun, and the food was delicious. The farm itself is a pleasant place to spend time, and there are enjoyable activities beyond the strawberry picking. However, because the strawberry-picking portion felt so rushed, I would recommend visiting a different farm if strawberry picking is the main reason for your visit. read more

I've picked strawberries here probably 15 times and have never been disappointed but we went this afternoon and had a horrible experience. They really shouldn't be selling the strawberry picking tours right now, there are no strawberries to be picked, they are all rotting and the plants are covered in fruit flies and spider webs. It was my husbands first time attending and he looked at me like I was nuts for brining him to this. Pretty disappointed especially since it's not cheap, we couldn't even fill our two provided baskets to take home. read more

A perfect afternoon escape from city life to pick seasonal strawberries! We pre-purchased tickets online for an afternoon tractor ride. Do not worry about timing, as there were plenty of strawberries even later in the day. The tractor ride had two stops. First, we picked kale, with a limit of seven per person (though they weren't strict about it). Then came the highlight of the day, strawberry picking! We received a container fitting about six to seven massive, INCREDIBLY SWEET strawberries. After filling it up, we indulged in fresh berries right on the spot. I thought I could eat 50, but after eight, I couldn't eat any more. This family-friendly experience was well worth it. After the ride, we explored the farm's animal area, seeing sheep, turkeys, donkeys, horses, and pigs. A fun and delicious outing! read more

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I've come here to pick strawberries every spring since moving to Irvine a few years ago and I will never get tired of it. Visiting the farm is such a calming and fun activity for a warm spring day and you even get to pick a vegetable and see the animals as well. They have different events going on during the year depending on the season so there's always something fun to do. For strawberry picking, you get a box that you can fill with as many strawberries as you can (as long as the container closes) and you can eat them while you pick as well! They are so beautifully red and very sweet. read more

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