Still a two star review…read more... The San Marcos Farmers Market is on Friday night now. I think it was on Tuesday night before.... It's on North City Drive and that part of the street is closed. It's completely pedestrian friendly, so one star for that. There's live music, plenty of food stands, jewelry stands, handmade things, local arts, etc. As my partner and I strolled the entire thing in less than 15 minutes, we both agree...this isn't a farmer's market. A farmer's market has stands and stands of fresh fruits and vegetables, flowers, even locally produced jams, honey, etc. This had TWO stands and what they offered was very limited. Now, if the city of San Marcos called this anything but a Farmer's Market, this would easily be a 5 star review. Music, food trucks, family friendly, local vendors, Wynston ice cream right there...it's a great way to end the week/start the weekend. But to call it a Farmer's Market? No way...it's quite a stretch. Two stars.

I'm a sucker for Farmers Markets and the San Marcos one located at City Drive right next to Cal…read moreState San Marcos is a lovely spot to get fresh produce, handmade goodies, fire oven roasted pizza, sourdough bread and tasty mango sticky rice. The vibes are great, especially with the wonderful live music and vendors here have good customer service.

What a gem in San Marcos for the Filipino Community!!! You can find most items you need for Asian…read moreand especially Filipino dishes. Prices are reasonable and the selection is great. Good selection of vegetables available (resupply delivery on Tuesday afternoons). The ladies are friendly and warm. Clean and well-stocked. Freezer section in the back and a separate freezer for ice cream. Plenty of parking in the strip mall. Filipino Depot also carries local bakery goods and even pastries from a very popular Bakery in OC that comes in a yellow box!!!

Wonderful little shop in North County. Found all the Filipino supplies I was looking for and a…read morecouple other items I hadn't seen at 99 or 88 Ranch. Definitely found my go to place. Prices were more than fair and selections were plentiful. They keep the store tidy, the shelves well stocked and everyone at the shop was friendly and helpful...even the other customers. LOL gotta love Aunties!

I love the selection of organic goods they have! All of my products came in great condition. Highly…read morerecommend them for that

I've ordered from Sun Organic several times and am very happy with the excellent dry beans. They…read morearrived promptly, well packed, and are delicious. I highly recommend their products and will keep ordering from Sun Organic in the future. It's a privilege to support a small family business that provides such high quality and prompt shipping.

I must say, going into this SPROUTS in San Marcos is always a treat. ALL the employees are always…read moreready to help when asked. I am a InstaCart shopper and shop many different stores. By far, this store is precision I just want to say THANK YOU for making my job run much smoother.

Great selection on healthy items…read more I happens to visit when I can't decide on what to eat for lunch. Usually grab and go sandwich and a drink. It's convenient and organized. Staff is always friendly and welcoming. Parking is a cinch. A very relaxed vibe. I'll be back for sure.

The date of this review is August 11, 2017 and it is for their online store…read more Last week I ordered three cans of their Chilean abalone. I opened one can and placed the abalone meat on a bed of garden salad. The abalone tasted very good and I was very pleased with its quality and price. Free ship, by way of FedEx, was included with my order. Gourmet Import Shop deserves five stars.

From the owner: International Gourmet Food from Around the Worldread more

My husband has been ordering chocolate covered strawberries from here every Valentine's Day for…read moreyears. It's the only thing I've had from here (but I'm sure everything else is amazing too) and it's delicious and always such a special treat! The strawberries are always juicy and fresh, and the chocolate shell is amazing! My husband says the service is always great. Definitely recommend this shop!

What a gem!! This beautiful shop is woman-owned, cheerful, and the perfect breath of sweet air in…read moreNorth County. The tea is imported from England and the desserts are made fresh daily. Don't miss out on this delightful treat!

This is my favorite stater bros in north county. It's always well stocked, looks nice and has a…read morevariety of produce. My one complaint is that they do need to pay closer attention to pulling out bad produce and switch it out.

Absolutely the most consistent supermarket butcher shop! Love the variety of marinades meats…read moreavailable. I know it's not typical for them to do extra but was greatly appreciated to their butcher that helped us cut and skewer our skirt steak Staff is really excellent!!! thanks

I would definitely consider stopping by this little market. It's much bigger than you think inside…read morethey have a large produce section. Great meat section. Lots of different steaks for barbecuing the cakes look delicious. The bread that they have when you first walk in looks really good. I've never seen anything like it. Fresh tortillas. Everything looked really good. They were very friendly. We'll definitely stop by again.

The catering from San Marcos Market on Autumn is absolutely incredible. Their pollo asado, carne…read moreasada, ground beef, and refried beans are all packed with flavor and always a huge hit. Everything tastes fresh, authentic, and truly delicious. The portions are generous, the prices are great, and the food is consistently amazing. If you need delicious authentic Mexican food for any gathering, I highly recommend getting it catered from here!! I've been coming here for years and will continue to order here for our events!

I've visited the Alohana Acai location in San Marcos a few times now, and it's been consistently…read moregood. The bowls are made with fresh ingredients, and you can taste the difference in the fruit and toppings. Everything is very fresh. The menu has a nice variety, a classic acai bowl or something a little different, and it's easy to customize to your liking. Being able to add things like almond butter, cacao nibs, or extra fruit makes it easy to customize for anyone It's a great spot when you want something that feels both light and filling; especially during our summer months. Service has always been polite and efficient, even when they're busy. I usually order ahead on their website to avoid waiting and people.

Best Acai bowls hands down! I am basically a weekly customer and one of their many locations and…read morethis specific location is perfectly situated in a nice area to enjoy your bowl or smoothie outside or walk to the park nearby to enjoy! Great service every time, freshest ingredients compared to other açaí places and they are quick.

Before heading to the golf course at The Executive at Lakehouse, I stopped by Starbucks for a…read moremuch-needed coffee boost & grocery snacks. Conveniently located inside Albertsons at the corner of Rancho Santa Fe Rd, this Starbucks made my visit an enjoyable one. Here's why: Parking: 5/5 The plaza offers plenty of convenient parking. Beverages: 5/5 My Hot White Mocha Oat Milk Latte was absolutely delicious. Pastry: 5/5 I've always enjoyed Starbucks' Sugar Cookie--soft, perfectly buttery, with just the right amount of icing. Customer Service: 5/5 The staff are professional, friendly, and efficient. Ambiance: 5/5 Clean and inviting.

Frustrating experience at the deli counter at Albertsons…read more I asked for one pound of thin-sliced chicken with paper between the slices, which is a completely normal deli request. The employee immediately pushed back, saying I wouldn't need paper if I ordered thicker slices. When I repeated what I wanted, he groaned like a child, moved painfully slowly, and acted like the request was a huge burden. He only cut half a pound and by that point the attitude was so unpleasant that I just gave up and took it. The bad attitude and constant groaning made a simple order feel like I was inconveniencing him just by being there. Customer service at this deli counter needs serious improvement.