4 stars for Casa De Fruta & 5 PHENOMENAL STARS FOR RIC!!!!!!!…read more My family and I have driven past Casa De Fruta on numerous occasions and never thought to stop by and check it out. Located in Hollister, this is a well known family owned attraction. Here you will find a market, a restaurant, and some fun kiddy attractions. The attractions are what brought my family and I here. After seeing social media posts about the activities, I knew I had to take my toddler here to explore. Fun attractions available are: 1) Casa de ChooChoo 2) Casa de Carousel 3) Gem Mining 4) Casa de Playground [a whole playground kiddy structure] We purchased tickets for the carousel and the train ride. The carousel seemed a little outdated and could use a little bit of maintenance. some of the seating rocked a bit- nothing unsafe but definitely had some unexpected movement. Casa de ChooChoo was by far our most favorite attraction. At $5 a ticket, this little train takes you all around the property. This was a good 12 minute ride so you aren't rushed to get the next load of riders on. The views aren't anything amazing but the seating is comfortable and you get a nice break from being on your feet. Popular purchasing staples include: fresh produce, dried fruits, spiced or candied nuts, & CDF's pomegranate wine. We walked away with some pink pineapple, assorted jerky, candy, & caramel apple. I'll have to come back and try their pomegranate wine again because of all the raving- I got a bottle a few years back as a gift but didn't enjoy it at all. Hopefully my palate has become more refined with time. LMAO! Shout out to Ric. Thank you for the delicious samples and even better convo!! You shine in a store full of staff, you are my favorite part of my very first visit to Casa De Fruta.

Very pricey but not surprised as it seems like a very touristy spot…read more I bought a bag of almonds for $18.99 and they are one of the worst almonds I've ever had. They are mushy/stale, extremely disappointed for the price point. The fruit I bought was pretty good.

Cute little shop with a large selection of local goods including pie, salsa, honey, and garlic ice…read morecream! The owner was super nice and made us feel welcome as we browsed. It was cool inside on a warm day and had a clean bathroom so it's definitely worth a stop on your travels.

Pacheco Pass Farmer's Market is a great stop in Gilroy! We loved looking at all the fun things…read morearound the market and had a hoot trying the vanilla and chocolate garlic ice cream. Of course it's not my #1 choice in flavored ice cream, but well worth the try at least once! Don was superb, having us guess songs for a free honey sucker stick, which made the time there even more fun. Overall, this was a great experience that I recommend to everyone and anyone to enjoy!

It was a little difficult to find Apricot Hill Fruit Stand but worth it! Located close to farms…read moregriwing fruit and pistachios on Central California. Plums and Pomegranates looked delicious and were larger than gigantic. Good assortment of dried, candied fruit and nuts e.g. pistachios that were roasted, salted, salt and pepper, and spicy as well as other nut assortment. Manager very friendly and helpful in describing tastes. We also got dried apricots which were tasty and tender. Also got dried peaches which we haven't eaten yet.

We pulled over cuz the baby was getting fussy. The small shop was cute and had a bunch of cool and…read moretasty treats. The owner was really nice and helpful as well

We saw it on the 5 and we did a quick exit!!! Best place we…read morehave found on our way to school. This will not be our last place and we now have a great treason to pass by. Anyone near I truly recommend this organic authentic bay grown nuts and fruits stand! Great prices as well

Stopped by USA Produce during our drive back from up north to LA and spotted this cute little…read moremarket right off the 5 freeway--it was such a great find. My grandma and my mother especially enjoyed stopping here. They had a really nice selection of fresh and dried fruits, and what stood out the most were the unique flavors. You don't usually see combinations like tequila, habanero, lemon, garlic, and tamarind all in one place, which made it fun to try different things. Definitely a nice spot to stretch your legs, grab a snack, and pick up something different if you're passing by.

This farmers market vendor is our family go-o for fresh, tasty organic produce. Even on this rainy…read moreday, multiple people are shopping here. The customer service is always super friendly, and its nice when people remember your name. Great food. Eat clean and eat organic.

I got purple bell peppers!…read more Year round they grow five different leafy vegetables: lettuces, broccoli, cauliflower, onions and garlic...but that's just for starters. Depending upon the season, you may find in their booth berries, melons, tomatoes, corn, peppers, rhubarb, sunchokes, asparagus and so forth. As a supplement to their Farmers Market trade, they also ship across the country tomatoes, peppers, squash, beans and peas. In addition, the Ledesma's are active participants in the Womens, Infants, Children (WIC) program helping to provide low income families with a nutritious diet.

We saw the sign for 20 navel oranges for $1 and 10 avocados for $1. I was afraid the oranges would…read morebe sour since they're the size of a tangerine but they are sweet!! Still a good deal. The avocados need to be ripened at home but they're a good size. I'd say it is worth the pit stop.oh and there are adorable goats you can say hi to.

I shouldn't have ventured into this place. I overrode my logical brain when I saw over 20 crude…read moresigns along the highway promoting Bell Station. Any time a Local Farmers Market hypes its marketing by saying "20 Avacodos for $1" - It is a red flag. I overrode my logical brain since I was thirsty for a good bowl of fresh strawberries. As soon as I entered and saw the merchandise and fresh produce, I knew this was not the right place. Low quality stuff at a super premium price. Since I was there anyways, I picked a few things and also a strange fruit. I did not pay too much attention to the price. When rung them in, the strange fruit (1 fruit) was $30 dollars. I requested them to cancel this particular item. But they refused. Extremely arrogant young men managing the store with absolutely no courtesy to the customer.

The hunt is on! With the holidays rapidly approaching, I'm on the prowl for gifts. I went to…read moreMcHenry Village to pop into Keller's to check out the wonderful holiday decorations. I happened to glance over to the space formerly occupied by Skraps, the doggie boutique (R.I.P.). I noticed a sign for Stewart & Jasper Orchards Company Store. I headed on over to see what this new store had to offer. They had display upon display of glazed & seasoned nuts, gourmet chocolate almonds, dried fruit, preserves & fruit sauces and bread dipper oil & vinegar. They also had some really nice gift baskets with the above mentioned offerings. I was told that this location in McHenry Village is temporary, just for the holiday season. I purchased some pistachios and a peach pepper sauce that can be served over cream cheese as a spread for crackers or bread. MMMM If you're looking for a gift of food for the holidays, you may want to visit Stewart & Jasper Company Store. Be sure to try a sample of the flavored almonds. Yummy!

What a great find. Who would have thought about fabulous gourmet gift shop and wine tasting venue…read morewould be right across the street from my RV park stop? ?? Amazing wine flight sampling served by Becky. If you're traveling on I-5 make sure to pull off for this delightful gem.

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.

The food here is super fresh and locally sourced. The staff are super nice and fast. Love this…read moreplace!!!!

Late May, 2024. Found this produce stand on our way from Sequoia National Park to Santa Cruz, CA. I…read morewas attracted by the variety of (especially) fresh fruit and some vegetables, while my husband immediately headed to the area with all sorts of nuts. A few of the items that we purchased were bargain-priced. For instance, we got four gigantic fresh and sweet navel oranges for only 75-cents/lb., tasty white corn on the cob (4/$1, for the first 12), and small avocados (10/$1, limit 20). We also got yummy fresh apricots, pecans in their hard shells, and quite a few bags of roasted nuts for snacking. The market was clean and well-organized, and the young woman at the check-out counter was very friendly. After checking out, we enjoyed some apricots at one of their roadside picnic tables that was set up next to a small garden. Parking was sufficient, even for our small class B RV.

Stand next to the gas station. The local honey is delicious. The guy was friendly and helpfulread more

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.

I've been to Sunnyside Produce many times over the years and honestly I would've been happy to…read moreleave a positive review in the past, but it never felt necessary until now. This recent visit was disappointing enough that I feel it needs to be shared. Customer service was noticeably lacking. When we got to the front of the line and realized we forgot something, the woman at the register rolled her eyes and let out an audible sigh, even though no one else was in line. It felt unnecessarily rude. Throughout the store, employees were unhelpful and unapproachable. We tried to ask a question to a young tall man who clearly worked there, but he completely ignored us and just kept walking. Later, we asked a Hispanic man working in the back for help, and instead of answering, he gave us an annoyed look and walked away. It was uncomfortable and made us feel like we were a bother just for asking. To top it off, one of the two avocados we bought was completely rotten inside. The store itself didn't feel clean. Shelves had layers of dust, and we wandered around without a single person offering to help. Prices were shockingly high, especially considering the poor experience. Nob Hill is just down the road and offers better service, better prices, and a cleaner environment. I usually don't leave reviews unless something is exceptionally good or clearly disappointing. Unfortunately, this was the latter. I hope they get their act together, because this used to be a decent spot. But right now, I can't recommend it to anyone.