Gotta start off by giving the GOAT of schmears a shoutout.. the Mango Schmear 5/5... Burgers here…read moreare always kind of trash.. idk 2 maybe 3/5 stars. Went with the wagyu smash burger this time.. was greasy as ever and the bottom part of my bun was soaked and soggy/falling apart by the time I was eating it.. honestly kind of trash.. still tasted okay but not much flavor.. sweet potato fries were okay. a big enough portion to share with someone else. The reason I'm giving 4 stars instead of 2 or 3 is directly because of one item and one item only... the mango schmear... some of the best damn schmear I've ever had. I always come for the schmear and leave with a burger that disappoints me.. the smear always wins me over though.. Lots of other good salsas/spreads/aiolis but the mango schmear.. the mango schmear.. try it and tell me I'm wrong

I came here as part of the Slice of Sac Yelp Experience, but have had this bookmarked on my places…read moreto try for awhile now. Let me say that this is one of the most dangerous markets I've been to because of the vast selection of specialty and local goods! Let's start with the market side because I am so excited to talk about it! This place is jam packed with so many goodies that I had to talk myself out of so many things I wanted. When you first walk in you are literally bombarded with their numerous hot pies and it then it opens up with a smorgasbord of delicious looking baked goods from locally made breads, sweet loaves, cookies, and more pies! Exploring through the market you will undoubtedly find something you want/need in your life from hot sauces, pantry goods, or, in my case, pre-marinated meats! In one corner near the produce there's even a section where you can try all of their house made salsas, sauces, and schmeers! I ended up grabbing a ready-to-cook porchetta, peruvian marinated chicken thighs, and aji verde for my weekend dinners. I could not leave without trying out one of their savory pies and went with the Japanese curry pot pie. The crust was light and buttery and went so well with the chicken curry inside. I also got the poke plate and very happy with the quality of the fish, but the rice was a little mushy for my preference. Moving over to the restaurant you will see that they have numerous burgers, sandwiches, and shakes made-to-order. For the Yelp Experience, I tried their marion berry pie and a melona shake. The pie was sooo good! It had a lightly buttery crust with rich, yet tangy berry filling. The melona shake was definitely out of the ordinary which prompted my ordering it. It was just lightly sweet and very creamy with a good flavor of honeydew. Not cloyingly sweet at all. Ikeda's is definitely a roadside mom & pop shop, but it deserves a stop if you're on the 80 or close enough. I am excitedly planning to come back try more of their pies and try out their smashburger and crab sandwich next time I'm around. Also make sure you have a freezer bag or cooler because you WILL find something you want here!

The Thomas Ranch is a true local gem, especially for mandarins…read more I was so happy to find the ranch to grab some mandarins. They were so fresh as they were recently picked. The lady who works here is super friendly, charming, and sweet. I think she is about 93 years old. So awesome! The ranch is clean and organized and prices were good. Will have to check back for more mandarins, kiwis and persimmons. Highly recommended.

Love this place! I am never disappointed with the mandarins I buy. They also have great kiwi!read more

Willow Creek Ranch produced one of my favorite mandarin oranges at the 2024 Mountain Mandarin…read moreFestival. Farmers are friendly to chat with. You can sample a mandarin while you're there. You can see them packing bags of oranges. Currently, you can buy 5 lb for $10 or 10 lb for $20. Mandarins are juicy and sweet. You may be able to buy other fresh farm produce here, such as lemons, Cara Cara oranges, blood oranges, or walnuts. You can find products from other local farms, like honey or Newcastle Mandarin Ranch sauces. You can pay by credit card. It's easy to spot the signage and drive to Willow Creek Ranch on English Colony Way, part of the Mandarin Trail. Good luck competing in the upcoming 2025 Mountain Mandarin Festival!

This is one of my primary "go to" places for fresh mandarins when they're in season. It's fairly…read moreclose to my house, easy to get in and out of, manned by friendly people - and about as close to "fresh off the tree" as you can get! When mandarins are in season, you can pretty much be assured that what you're buying here is no more than a day or two from being picked from the trees. It's the end of the season now, and I picked up probably one of the last 10 pound bags they'll be offering for now. Even though it was end of season, the mandarins are just the way I like them - the best variety (in my opinion) - easy to peel, seedless, juicy. So glad I have something like this nearby!

Seasonal. Mandarins/oranges/blood oranges sweet and juicy…read more You pick up. Bring your bucket. Fun for all ages.

We had a quick stop here... if we had planned it out better we could have packed a lunch for a…read morepicnic. Farmer Andrew told us where to go to find our favorite citrus fruits. We didn't stay very long but walked around about a quarter mile and bought a whole bag filled with Mandarin, blood oranges, and Cara Cara oranges - $1.90/ lb. The little store also has marmalade, honey and other already picked citrus like the grapefruits and Meyer lemons - these are off limits to visitors due to the BIG thorns. (Note - only a porta potty available.) Enjoy!

I absolutely love Newcastle Produce! I've frequented this wonderful place for many years, finding…read moreunique sauces and fantastic local products... but what I really go out of my way for are the scones and the coffee. They serve the incredible local java from Valiant Coffee which is my personal favorite for lattes and always lifts my mood. I live in Rocklin and a 25 minute drive for a cup of coffee might seem silly, but wow is it magical to me. The scones are unbeatable and they have the most unique and creative flavors. Lately I've enjoyed the s'mores scones and the mocha scones (which are made with decaf, in case anyone is worried) but they've always got something unique and delicious in the pastry case. My partner loves their BYO sandwiches for lunch, and while I haven't tried them, they look delicious. When I'm hungry I go for the outstanding avocado toast. Everything is locally sourced and the balsamic/olive oil they dress the arugula with adds a flavor bomb that I can't get enough of! Service is always kind and courteous, and they give you a sticker for every espresso drink or sandwich you order... the 10th ones are free. Go support this wonderful local grocer/deli/coffee shop. I'm sure you'll leave with something enchanting.

Very good sandwiches whether you create your own or off the menu. The pasta and potato salads were…read morevery tasty. Friendly staff. A good variety of specialty stuff to purchase. The store is clean and well stocked.

She makes the best chicken pot pie I have ever tasted…read more I will be ordering this again for the Fall Holiday Season! Grazie, Maria

OMGee this place has been on list FOREVER! She is open the first three Saturdays of the month…read more Adrienne makes everything herself, wow round of applause!

I finally got to go into BriarPatch Food Co-op! It's been at this location for so long and I was…read morenot disappointed! I usually come here to pick up the peanut butter cookies they make fresh everyday from their bakery. However, I tried to go up the aisles to see if I could find something I couldn't find anywhere else. All their items are unique from the beer and ciders they carry down to the frozen foods. They source local organic and sustainable foods whenever they can. "Since 1976 they've been building a sustainable and equitable food system that supports healthy people, animals and the environment. When you spend your dollars at The Patch, you contribute to a thriving local economy and a kinder, more resilient world" ~From their web page They also have a fresh food and a hot food self serve section. I haven't tried it, but everything looks delicious! I did get to try a smoothie and those are super healthy and delicious as well. When I got up to check out, the employees were so wonderful and told me about their program you can partake in. I was definite interested, so she gave me a card with some info on it.... I can't wait to come back and pick up those peanut butter cookies!!!!

Briarpatch has become my go-to for groceries and specific items while I'm…read moreIn the area. This particular store is conveniently located right off the main drag on your way to Grass Valley from Sacramento area. Pro's: -It is always clean. -Bathrooms are private and kept tidy -Staff is friendly and polite -If you're low tox or just conscious about what you put in your body, they have lots of options -Large organic produce department - Sometimes you can get great deals from sales Cons: - Prices seem to go up on my staple items too regularly. Nearly every visit on some items. - Yes, you will pay more for many items - smaller than the GV location, so less options on some items (also less busy and roomier aisles) Overall, we love BriarPatch, and hope one opens up closer to us someday. In the meantime, we will frequent this location when we drive through!

This is the place you want to go for sweet and tasty mandarins and the real Americana…read more Stepping on to this fruit farm is like taking a step back in time. You feel as if you've been transported into the 1940s where life was simpler and what was grown on the farm provided food for your family, neighbors and friends. Old buildings, packing sheds and farm vehicles gives you a piece of old Americana that is slowly disappearing today. The vintage atmosphere and the beautiful hills surrounding you gives you a sense of calm and a feeling of what a farm was like back in the day. You cannot make this stuff up. This is the way it was and still is today. The history behind this place is amazing! Four generations have kept this 30-acre fruit farm alive. Even after the Great Depression and Internment camps, they rolled up their sleeves and kept farming. Much of the rootstock was brought from Japan. There are some trees that date back possibly 150 years. This farm is the real deal! The Mandarins are sweet and juicy. They have several varieties, including Zishan, Okitsu Wase, Page, Unshiu, and the most popular, Owari Satsuma. You can sample them to see which ones you like the best. The family is very picky about the quality of fruit that they sell. They pick fruit daily and everything in the fruit stand has been freshly-picked either that day or the day before. Prices are reasonable, and even lower prices for seconds, which are still great. And it's self-service; can you believe it! The "Honor System". Wow!

The mandarins here are delicious, with many varieties to choose from! Marty picks them by hand to…read moreensure you get the best. This farm dates back to the 40's, and we love that old farm feeling. The price is great with an honor system in place. The drive out to the farm is a nice change from the busy city.

A smaller style boutique that happens to have organic food/produce/small amount of Organic…read moreproducts. GORGEOUS COLORFUL LOCAL FRESH EGGS!! The thrive on REAL CLEAN PRODUCTS The lady that was working there was very nice and helpful!! ORGANIC EVERYTHING!! I'm trying to eat as clean as I possibly can. I was born in the late 60's and my Mom went back to work in the early 70's. So we bought pre ready to make foods. Well after 50 years of basically eating crap for the most of my life I FINALLY realized "You ARE what you eat"!! OH and she was tasting these organic tallow beef potato chips! WOW!!! Reminded me of when I was a small child. I have not have REAL CLEAN potato chips since I was a toddler! Haha! I bought them too! Oh and their expensive lasagna noodles were soooooo great! I did not realize the little bag can make 3-9x13 casserole dish. So it wasn't as expensive as I assumed. I will be back!! And soon!!

Adorable Market! So many things you can't find elsewhere. I get regenerative bacon here, no grains…read moreno soy... Just pasture raised pigs. Almost impossible to find. I also get my corn chips and potato chips from here and they fry them in tallow instead of seed oils! They have connections with all the local farms, organic produce, dairy, eggs.....a must see.

Very nice husband and wife business. Quick turn around for animal processing-we got all the cuts we…read moreasked for. Their salami is amazing!