The best eggs in town. Wonderful service, cute shop, large variety of products. This shop has been around for a very long time.

While searching for produce stands, Glaum Egg Ranch came up and we had to check it out. A dozen jumbo eggs for $5, in THIS economy?! Can't go wrong! They were fresh and delicious. Lots of cute things to buy inside and a fun chicken puppet/animatronic show outside too! read more

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A very cute little egg ranch ! They also carry other snack like goodies you would want for a car ride. 1 flat per person Support your local business! read more

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I've been to Glaum periodically throughout the last few years. They use to have the large eggs in the vending machine but must've been because of the bird flu I'm assuming it is now the medium eggs...which still isn't bad for $4 but you use to be able to get 18 and at one point 24 eggs. Either way still cool. For now it's just 1 flat per person & I believe inside it was 2 dozen per person? I could be wrong. But it is labeled. Inside you can purchase more eggs and different sizes and colors. The people inside aren't generally the nicest at all times but it's whatever. Good eggs for a good price and can make do with the not so great customer service. The barn is pretty spacious and carry a variety of items: seasoning, meat, candles, egg containers, clothing, etc. read more

Glaum Egg Ranch - 1 flat per person - 3/1/25 - Specialty Food Near Me - Aptos, California

We went to go see the chickens and how they are fed and their environment. There is a large store in a barn. We were created and then told that there are no chickens to see because they have to "keep them safe" and we were welcome to view a robotic chicken outside . This worries me and tells me these chickens are likely caged up and not free to roam. I won't be back and I won't be buying their eggs just in case. read more

When prices were out the roof for eggs, They offered & provided healthy eggs without jumping on the bandwagon of exorbitant prices. Their egg barn is attractive and sells a few other items like local honey and homemade fudge. Their egg barn staff is friendly. Even when prices started to drop, I continue to go to this local business where people are willing to help rather than just focus on profit over community. They even have entertainment with signing chicken puppets at their outside window where you can buy Medium sized eggs after the store closes on Saturday. Very cute for the kids to watch. read more

The cheapest eggs in the county - and they come with a floor show! If you want to buy eggs from the machine make sure to bring new $1 bills. It's cash only. (But the ranch also has a store that takes cards and less-pristine currency. read more

Glaum Egg Ranch - Glaum Ranch Egg Vending Machine - super fun but cash only and very sensitive. Bring new $1 bills - Specialty Food Near Me - Aptos, California

We stopped by Glaum Egg Ranch on a Saturday afternoon. The place was empty, easy to park right in front of the egg vending machine (which closes at 6pm on Saturdays). No people in sight, but there were a lot of deer in the area, just walking around us, minding their own business... we loved it! We brought a couple of empty egg cartons, since we knew they provide a bottom egg tray without any cover. A couple of our dollar bills got rejected, but eventually the machine took 4 of them. We got 16 eggs for $4 (there's a sign explaining the rise in prices, as it used to be 18 eggs for that same price). We enjoyed the show (which still had Halloween decor in November), and it was longer than I expected, but fun and cute. Best part, we made omelets for breakfast a couple days later, and the eggs were delicious! :) read more

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Eggcellently priced eggs! I definitely come here for the egg vending machine. Today was the first time I came when they were open. They have a tiny shop with different local honey, spices, jams, and candy. read more

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Fast, friendly, efficient, quality organic eggs. Also sell other products such as sauces, honey, and cold drinks.

Great eggs from cage-free chickens at a great price and with friendly service. We've been getting our eggs there for several decades. Can't be beat, as far as we're concerned. read more

Great price on fresh eggs. Staff super friendly. Sometimes tiny eggs are available from young hens which are good hardboiled egg snack size.

LOOOOVE Glaum eggs and everyone who I have worked with. The eggs are absolutely delicious and all of the employees have been class act people. They truly know how to run and business and put their customers first. My business will use them forever if we can read more

The eggs are always fresh and reasonably priced. There was a line when we arrived but it moved fairly quickly.

Are you kidding me? This place is a Santa Cruz's counties best kept secret. In all my years of going to the coast, we just found out about this from my mother in-law. Her friend lives in Aptos, think it's a word of mouth kind of place. Went during COVID times, it was just the shop that was open to the public. Well spaced and safe. We did put crisp one dollar bills into the vending machine for 18 eggs at $4. For $4 you get the best chicken show. Made us smile ear to ear. Nothing like eating farm fresh eggs. This morning we made poached eggs for breakfast. OMG!!!! I've been deprived my whole life. If you live locally or renting a house, bring your cooler and enjoy! read more

Fun little diversion when you're down in Aptos. The draw here is the egg vending machine, which mercifully does not disgorge the eggs down a chute one by one (although that would have been more fun, right?). For $4 you get 18 farm-fresh eggs in a tray, and then you are regaled by a mini-animatronic show in the window nearby. Good entertainment for kids and adults alike. I'd recommend bringing empty containers to take your eggs home, as the trays would be a little awkward to carry home. There's also a little gift shop with the typical variety of things you'd expect at a place like this - locally-produced granola and honey, various knickknacks, etc. Prices are about on par with other similar places. Still, this place is a quirky curiosity that fits the character of the Santa Cruz area. read more

Glaum Egg Ranch - They have a lot of interesting $#!+ at this store:) - Specialty Food Near Me - Aptos, California

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Great eggs and awesome services. Never short on supply and the communication has always been on point.

A quirky little stop if there ever was one. I mean, a vending machine for eggs! Remember to bring cash and use the machine outside then enjoy the chicken show! It was weirdly fascinating! We even checked out the inside- a spacious store where you can buy local and organic products. Definitely recommend to check this place out if you're driving by this area! (Tip: We got 18 ct eggs- make sure you have somewhere to store them in your car and/or something to secure the eggs because it only comes with the bottom carton. We asked for another one to cover it but wished we had rubber bands or something so I didn't have to hold it in the car until we got to our destination.) read more

Best eggs ever! So fresh, affordable and delicious! Also, the Barn Store on the ranch has such amazing local foods and gifts. Highly recommended to check it out! read more

Glaum Ranch Eggs was a cool discovery while cruising in the hills above Aptos near Freedom Blvd one weekend. Glaum is the brand we've being buying for years anyway, seeking their eggs at local grocery and specialty foods like New Leaf Community Markets. I have to write this review sooner than I had planned, because my tips posted on the spot wouldn't stick to the board - they don't show on the listing despite my best efforts. It's no use to collect likes from my friends on my feed without anybody else seeing the posts. I've heard of similar vendors in secluded countryside locations in Germany, but haven't seen one myself when traveling back there, until now - and at home, of all places! You see, there is a cool vending machine dispersing eggs in exchange for your four crispy dollar bills. No credit cards needed, nor are they accepted, and best of all, for you geeks out there, no human interaction required. Even though The Barn closes early at 2pm on Saturdays, you can still purchase the eggs from the vending machine until 8pm. Now, I call that convenience! My friend has said she'd go as far as to call it hot, but that would make for all hard boiled eggs (credit to Alicia). I love the concept of vending machine for eggs both amusing and reminiscent of the dot.com era of early 2000s, when eggs.com by mail killed all other tangible startups in one and the same bursting high tech bubble. This is the next closest thing to it that actually works (smile). Live and learn. read more

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I love getting my eggs directly from Glaum by the flat and I've been buying Glaum organic eggs at the grocery store for more than 10 years now. But lately all the yolks have been getting paler and paler. I've kept chickens and a diverse and nutritious diet produces beautiful dark yolks. What are you feeding these organic hens?? My most recent eggs had yolks that were almost white. Not the most appetizing. read more

First time to Glaum Egg Ranch on Fri 11/25/11. We got there late so I didn't get to see the inside of the store, but their egg vendor aka Egg Vending Machine is open Daily 6am-8pm! There's some parking in front of the one egg vending machine. Make sure the Curtain for the show is down before putting in the $3 Bills. No coins or Credit cards allowed for the machine so bring 3 crisp One Dollar Bills. Show will start & eggs will slide out. Show is 2 minutes 13 seconds, so if you miss the beginning because of the eggs you can see it 2 more times! It's cheesy & cute, you can also see it on You Tube. Tip: Bring your own egg cartons. I saved 2 egg cartons because I wanted protection for my eggs. They only have an open flat for the 24 eggs. They also sell organic compost. 1 bag (30lbs) $4; 10+ yards = $25 per yard; 1-9 yards=$30 per yard. Sign said they see free range organic eggs; cage free white eggs; & cage free brown eggs. I saw the Happy Thanksgiving show on Fri 11/25/11 the day after Thanksgiving. They supposedly change it often. I hope to visit at least once a year when I need 2 dozen eggs. Store hrs: Sunday-Closed M-F 7:30-4; Sat 8-10:30am Thanksgiving day - Closed Christmas Eve 12/24-Closed NYE 12/31 - Closed Egg Vendor (egg vending machine) Daily 6a-8p read more

Egg Vending Machine. Egg vending machine with singing and dancing chickens. You heard me. Singing and dancing chickens. I grew up just over the hill from the farm and I just learned about this amazement last fall. Pop three dollars in the slot and you get three dozen tasty beautiful eggs. When we went, someone popped their head out of the little store window to make sure we had crisp ones and then left us to our squeals of delight. read more

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I've never visited them, but I buy their eggs regularly at Berkeley Bowl. They are some of the tastiest eggs I've found with rich, velvety yolks. Highly recommend! read more

Eggs are definitely not fresh or free range. I have raised chickens myself and from my experience fresh free range chickens lay eggs that have healthy yolks that are good color and are strong enough that they don't break easily. read more

It's a great spot to get eggs and other Knick knack you need. The owner/owners and workers are very welcoming which the greet you with a smile. read more

Great eggs but I don't get the reason for driving out there to get them. There's nothing much in the store besides for the eggs and you don't get to hang out with the chickens. read more

Awesome eggs and vending machine show! Chicken "cluck" song is still playing in the back of my head. What is that tune?

My problem with the owner claiming their chickens are not debeaked is that no one, outside of the owners and workers, ever see their chickens. They are cage-free, not pastured, so are in large buildings together. Having worked with a local chicken rescue group I know FIRST HAND that Glaum Egg Ranch will not allow any of their chickens that are being culled (killed, because egg production has dropped off usually) to be rescued. Their chickens never have a chance, even when they don't want them anymore. read more

Best place to go to for eggs when we go to Santa Cruz! It's a cute little barn house with au naturale eggs! I always like coming here because it's such a cute little place! Staff is friendly and during covid they're very clean and careful! read more

Overall I was hoping for a much more "chicken" experience than I actually got. I have chickens in my back yard so a large part of the reason I went was to see how a larger operation does things, try to get some ideas. I did not see one live chicken there. I didn't even see a picture of a live chicken. I didn't even hear any clucking. The vending machine is ok but the dancing chickens are pretty cheesy and the carton they give you doesn't have a lid so the eggs are pretty precarious on the way home. I ended up with three stars because it was only $3 for 24 eggs but tempered by the fact that there is no proof of any live chickens in the area. read more

There is something about dancing chickens and 24 eggs for $3 that makes me happy. I babysit for an 18 month old who even does the little dance with them. BOOCKKK BOCK BAGAAUK! read more

OK. First off, the people are super nice. The chickens are waiting to dance in the CHICKEN SHOW! It is super cute for kids and adults. They change the clothes and decorations per the season. But lets talk eggs. They have the best EGGS ever. I love the flats at the window. The different varieties are sure to meet anyone's budget. I get a variety of sizes and types but no matter what I can guarantee I am getting the best tasting, freshest, and most healthy eggs in town or anywhere. Glaum has the best eggs and the shells are solid and thick. They are not flimsy and breakable like the store bought processed eggs. The Glaum eggs are simply incredible. I dont know if they have them running free outside and happy like we would prefer but I do know they are some good eggs! :) read more

Recommended!!! They generally have every type - organic, free range, colors & sizes of eggs in flats and cartons at store prices with a selection of local produced and unusual condiments, sauces, honey, knick knacks and wearables in the new metal barn structure. I drive by for fresh eggs every two weeks on my way from Santa Cruz to Salinas and when friends drop by, we see the singing diorama too. Nice people!!! read more

Went here with our friends from Santa Cruz. They are regulars, and rarely buy their eggs anywhere else. Go there, get your eggs through the vending machine and watch the chicken show, which comes with your purchase. Little kids will love it. Found the staff, to be friendly, hard working group. We would go there all the time if we lived closer. I grew up on a small farm, so we always had fresh eggs, and most of the time they were great, but sometimes not so much. Just writing this, because just like anything else, you may get a set, that is not up to par. When you think about it seriously, most every kind of food is that way. If that bothers you, grow or raise it yourself. BTW, the chickens were performing Boogey Woogey Bugle Boy, the day we we visited. Easy parking, do read the signs when coming up the driveway. read more

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We have gotten our eggs from the vending machine for about 6 months now. We absolutely love it. I'd give it a 4.5/5 stars if I could, but I'll round it up. A few things to know: It used to be $4 for 22 eggs. (About $2.25 per dozen). I had an unpleasant surprise that as of last month, it was switched to $4 for 19 eggs. (About $2.50 a dozen) Still a good deal, but sad that they was no explanation. Wondering if the new laws had something to do with it, although I understand they are already cage free. While I rarely get a cracked egg, it still happens on occasion so now I guess it will be a bit more frustrating. It's a bummer they are not open on Sundays, as it would be perfect timing for my family. But oh well, it is not too far out of our way to go on another day. Almost every time I have gone when nobody is there working, but the last time the window was open and unfortunately I did not find the employee very pleasant. I asked her a few questions but I got pretty snappy responses. Again, oh well. Not enough to affect my patronage. Overall, I still prefer this place over going to a grocery store for eggs. They taste great and are very fresh. read more

I get both their eggs and compost delivered through Freshness Farms. Wonderful eggs and their chicken compost may be stinky when you first spread it but now my plants are out of this world happy. I haven't seen my roses look like that in years! read more

We've been getting our eggs from Glaum's for at least 10 years. They have always been fresh and tasty. Service has always been with a smile. The new "barn" has interesting merchandise and lends an inspiration for putting together gift baskets. But we mainly come for the eggs. Just excellent overall. read more

These are the worst eggs I've ever had. Two other people in my family agree. The egg yolks are almost clear certainly not bright orange which a good egg should have. Another thing every 3rd egg cracks the yolk when putting in the pan or in a bowl or ??? Nothing works. The worst most disgusting part by far is these eggs are watery. I have never seen anything like it. Never buying these eggs again; in fact I'm going to return them. I wouldn't feed these to my dogs there's something clearly wrong. read more

Regardless of the titles and certifications, it's easy to tell how the chickens live by simply LOOKING at and TASTING the eggs. The Glaum eggs I purchased have light yellow yolks that break immediately when dropped in a bowl or pan. They must be better than eggs that are not labeled organic and free range, but... Eggs I buy from a farm where the hens are really in a pasture all day, enjoying sunlight and eating grubs, worms, and bugs have deep golden yolks that stand up and are hard to break. They taste rich. This simple test makes it immediately obvious how healthy and happy the birds really are. You will rarely find eggs like this at the grocery store--even if they are "organic", "free range", and "humanely raised". Almost every brand of eggs at Whole Foods, for example, is some version of the Glaum story, including Whole Foods new in-house brand, Vital Eggs. They are all from large farms and when the operations get to that size, obviously the birds conditions are compromised. When Whole Foods does carry eggs that are really high quality and local, the people who know line up on delivery day and they sell out: Shelly's Pasture Raised Eggs at the Walnut Creek, CA store and Soul Food Eggs at the Lafayette store, as two examples. If you are looking for the real deal, it's usually going to require work. You have to research and then encourage your grocery store to carry the eggs (or whatever other product) you find. read more