We went here for strawberry picking. The staff were so nice and helpful. They provide the…read morecontainers to use for picking. They also told us the best place at the moment for picking as it apparently changes quickly. They also had plenty of already picked strawberries for purchase. The strawberries were absolutely delicious.

Fun in the sun and a pile of fruit to boot!…read more So after another Reits run, the three of us (me, S, and my niece) decided that we'd had enough digging around looking for books and toys, but we really didn't want to go home yet. That was when S had a great idea- go pick strawberries! U-Pick fruit places are everywhere around here, and we've both got good memories of heading to Fritz's U-Pick out near Gobles when we were younger. So a quick search on Yelp turned up this place, and it was actually convenient to get to- it was on the way back from Reits. Pulling in, we were greeted with a field full of cars, and a massive strawberry field- with lots of other people here! The way it works is rather simple- you get a big container and a few little ones, and you go up and down the rows of strawberry plants looking for ripe red berries to pick while avoiding the rotten ones, the green ones, and the damaged ones. When you've picked enough (whether because your carrier is full or your back says "no more" doesn't matter), you carry the strawberries up to the hut where they're weighed and you pay for them. Then you take them to your vehicle and go on your way. It's a lot of fun, and my niece had a blast helping us dig for yummy fruit, and spending some time outside instead of watching television all day is always good. There are a few caveats- this is physical activity, so be prepared to get down and dirty. The majority of the berries are deep under the leaves, so you might have to kneel or sit in the moist dirt. Wear stuff you don't mind getting dirty. There are bees about- just give them space if you have to. It also gets pretty hot, so take precautions on sunny days! The berries here won't be as big, as uniform in flavor or in color as the ones you find at the Wal-Mart/Meijer's/local grocery. If you're looking for strawberries just to eat, be aware that you might get some sour ones- but if you're going to do things like make jelly or jam, make some strawberry pie or shortcake, or whatever, this place will suit your needs perfectly! If you don't feel like picking them yourself, you can buy them for about three bucks and change a pound (u-pick are about two bucks a pound). This is a great place to spend a few hours! We'll be back again!

This past spring I purchased hanging baskets for $10 each, which was much less than Meijer or other…read moreplaces. One of the hanging baskets I bought was a strawberry plant and it did very well on all of the big strawberries it produced. I still am getting strawberries! I bought two quarts of strawberries in June and thought I would get the larger ones but they were not very sweet. Wish I would have purchased the smaller ones. Also bought pound cake that Verhage Farms makes and it was very good The vegetables and fruit are a little pricey and I wont buy the fruit that stays outside in the sun until sold. They are way too ripe. I always go back to this place and try to find something else to try. Glad it is near by.

I love this farm market. Only a few minutes from 9th and West Main, it seems like it's a jaunt to a…read moremuch more rural area than actually driving there is. First: If they have pear cider available, GET IT. It is truly, honestly extraordinary. We went through a few gallons this year, and each drop seems to be nectar of the gods. They are closed for winter, obviously. But when they reopen in spring, here's what to expect: * Enormous tubs of whatever is in season, parked right out front of their doors * Inside shopping for things that need refrigeration (cider!), including lovely bags of spring greens that we always get, and veggies that don't need to be out in the open air * Sort of odd parking. The handicap parking is far away for me. There are two close spots to the right of the doors, and that is not a difficult walk * SO MANY KINDS of everything: apples, squash, pumpkins, well, you know Michigan harvests. You'll find all that and more here. * In the summer, LOVELY jalapenos that we stock up on and freeze for winter *Reasonable prices Tip: Weekends are busy and crowded. Mondays take a hot minute to be restocked! We go here SO often. It's a great place, with friendly people.

Great family atmosphere!! Blueberry picking is so fun and so accessible. Anyone can go and have a…read moregreat time

We had a very nice experience at Brookside Farms on August 20, 2024. It was our first time here, as…read moreno other fruit farms near us still had Blueberries for sale. When we arrived we found arrived we found a very pleasant market/sales location. We went inside and found plenty of things for sale. Pies, cakes and other baked goods. The place reminded me of an old time market/store. Tastefully decorated and a very country/down home feel. We were directed towards the back to the refrigerated blueberries and other delicious looking items. We found our blueberries and were checked out by a very pleasant sales person. We surly will be back to such a pleasant location next time we need seasonal fruit!

This Farmers' Market is the perfect distance from my house for a Saturday Morning run. It's also a…read moregreat reason to get up and get your Saturday morning going. If you're looking for your standard market goodness, it can probably be found here. On top of that there's a few more unique vendors including a "Cheese Lady", chocolate covered bacon, Sinsational Cookies and more. If you're looking for fresh fruits and veggies, but someone else you're with just won't have any of those, rest assured they'll have a few sugary goods to select from as well. There's also a playground for small children on the backside of the market, which makes it easy to bring the family! This location is about 1/3 the size of the Bank St. market (from what I've been told) which isn't necessarily a bad thing, but may not be what some new folks might expect. The only downside to a smaller market is that there are fewer price points to select from for your produce. Other than that it's a great place!

One of the best around! Very clean and a wonderful atmosphere. No dogs allowed. One old Busker…read more Asiago makes omlettes. And there is BBQ available by Three Guys Smokin. (I am pretty sure thats there names)

Such a cute stop somewhat close from the freeway with a beautiful view from their parking lot…read more We've been on a blueberry kick so we had to pick up their 5# offer for $15.75. It's a great deal compared to what we pay at our farmers market and I found their batch to be more thoughtful- no green ones, minimal leaves, and not many I had to toss. That's a win in my book. Their blueberries were also juicy, firm, and tart. The best we've had and I believe was their Elliott variety. We also purchased their blackberries, the best purple plums we've ever had, some small yellow plums, and two jars of Queens jam for gifting (which we were told is loved by them!). Back to those plums though...do not skip! All in all the price was fair and wound up to about $31. We would definitely stop again on the way up from Chicago if we're early enough but definitely on the way back from metro Detroit. The staff was also helpful in choosing the best fruits. We were not let down!

The best fruits and vegetables ever. Their suh-weet corn is 2nd to none! The staff is friendly and…read moreknowledgeable. Great selections.

Great little farm. Full of lavender, flowers and bees The goats and chickens are cool too…read more We picked up some culinary lavender, honey infused with lavender and sunflowers that we picked! We look forward to coming back.

This is a MUST see in the area. You can spend as long or as little here as you like, between the…read morehammocks, the shop, and cutting your own lavender (a quick process) The perfect Wednesday loop: Cody Kresta winery with its enchanting garden, here for a lavender break, and end at Lawton Ridge for the food truck. All within 10 mins. I might never buy another birthday gift from anywhere else. Their birthday boxes are perfection. Next time need to try the ice cream or at least bring a cooler.

If you are looking for the best meat and/eggs, Norm's meats are raised right here in Cass county…read more You may be familiar with Norm's meat from Kalamazoo Farmer's Markets. If you are looking for a Thursday Taco, they just don't get any better. And if you want a breakfast and pastries on a Saturday morning, this is your place. This family has managed to create a space that is so warm and welcoming, Disney could take lessons. Now that spring is here, take a Saturday morning drive and join us( easy, just plug address into your phone) for breakfast in the country. I would give it 10 stars if I could.

Carlson Farms has been a staple in our house for over five years. We met Norm at the Kalamazoo…read moreFarmer's Market and like anyone who meets Norm we quickly became a part of his circle. Now we don't just buy meat and eggs in our house, we call Norm. Norm is the kindest and most giving man and his entire family reflects his tenderhearted nature. His son, Blake, helps run his farm stand at the Kalamazoo Market while Norm and his wife, Karen, run the market in Lawton. They raise their own chickens, pigs, and cows and the quality of their meat and eggs cannot be duplicated. We have not purchased meat or eggs from the supermarket in years. Their shop is well worth the drive from Kalamazoo (about 42 minutes from downtown) or Blake is usually willing to meet you around town to fill orders for convenience. I have found over the years that we actually pay less buying our locally raised meat from Norm and we are happier. We get better quality eggs and better tasting chicken and pork. We know exactly where our beef is coming from and how it is raised.

This place is a gem! Fantastic produce and friendly staff. Prices are very reasonable. We have…read morepurchased cherries, peaches,apples, seedless grapes, and cider from Westview and enjoyed all of it.

We love this place, and have been going there for several years. They have wonderful produce and…read moregreat prices. The owners and staff are always friendly and so helpful!

Wagoner's is your average tiny-town grocery store. It's got two checkout lanes, a small hot…read morecounter, and a somewhat decent selection of things- but on the other hand, it really suffers from being so close to a Wal-Mart and a bigger grocery store not five miles away. It's pretty much the penultimate small-town grocery store experience- if you just need a few things, it's an okay place to go shopping, but if you want to lay in a decent, sizable supply of food, you'd be better off going to the Family Fare or Wal-Mart in Paw Paw. It's somewhat clean, but the aisles are really kind of narrow- you can still get around people going the opposite direction, but there are places where if you're going too fast, you could just knock right into someone making the turn into or out of an aisle. The prices are all right, but at the same time, they just don't really have a lot of selection. If you just need something- like, say, a box of cereal, and a half-gallon of milk, this is a good place to get that. If you need some exact flavor of cake mix and a specific piece of produce, you might have better luck going to Paw Paw for it. There's also the fact that some, if not most, things are more expensive here than at the Family Fare or Wal-Mart, but you have to decide, what's more important, if you live in Lawton or the surrounding area- spending a little more just so you don't have to make the drive out to Paw Paw, or do you make the drive and save a couple of bucks? It's the kind of place you can pull your truck and boat into and grab enough stuff in the way of beer and snacks for an enjoyable day fishing, or if you just need some cat food on the way home from work and you really don't feel like spending the time up on your feet to wander around Family Fare, or if you don't feel like braving the crowds out at Wal-Mart. On the plus side, they DO stock some certain things- and varieties of things- not available at your bigger chain stores. They also sell shirts and other clothes emblazoned with the local high school mascot on it, so if you want to show off your Blue Devil pride, that's the place to get your gear! I have to knock the place for a few things, though- it's not open that late (it closes at ten, compared to the Family Fare (midnight) or the Wal-Mart (24 hours), and sometimes they seem to have trouble keeping the aisles clear (boxes, displays, and blind corners add up to taking it safe but slow with your cart). The bottle return also leaves a lot to be desired- there's just two machines, right in the front, between the candy machines and the local bulletin board. It's still better than some stores I've been to, but like I said, if you need more than just a few things, run to Paw Paw.

I love trying different stores. I didn't know this place existed so when I drove by I wanted to…read morestop and check it out and pick up a cold drink. My first observation was carts piled by the front entrance. Walked in and there was an unpleasant odor, almost like a bathroom type smell. I was greeted by the cashier upon entering; she was bubbly, informative and super friendly. The register at the counter was the only one open. The produce area that housed what looked like newer coolers, seem out of place. Lots of displays and clutter throughout the aisles. Really cool wine/beer area. The meat dept was eh? Most of the ground beef or burger was brown/gray, not very fresh looking. They did have a deli: hot food and cold salads. I personally didn't like the way it looked; very messy/sloppy. The employees I encountered while there also seemed sloppy and lackadaisical. Check out was weird being at the counter but the cashier made it worth it. She's a gem! No name tags but my receipt said her name was Amy.