I visited Eli's Farms years ago and recently found their new location while visiting a friend. It's…read morea family-owned farm with a big selection of fruits and vegetables. The products are fresh, all natural, and of course, locally grown. The staff was helpful, and I learned they don't use harmful chemical pesticides or fertilizers, which is a huge plus. The farm stand is a nice size, shaded from the sun, with beautiful views of the Fallbrook hills. Peaceful too! I purchased a few jars of fresh honey and a sourdough loaf, the honey on toasted sourdough was a delicious treat. I also picked up some crisp green beans. They had a variety of seasonal fruits and vegetables, all of which looked fresh and beautifully grown. I'll be back when I need more fruits and vegetables. They now offer a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) subscription too. I'm looking forward to trying one, since I already get a CSA box from a nearby farm. They offer both delivery and pick-up options. If you appreciate fresh produce, definitely make a stop!

Abundant of fresh fruits, vegetables, eggs, honey and homemade bread. Eli's farm stand is adjacent…read moreto Subtropica nurseries owned by the same family. We came here to pick up a couple avocado trees. The healthiest avocado trees I have ever seen in 3.5 gallon sleeves. We could get our grocery shopping done while having avocado trees back home. The best of both worlds! It's so well worth a drive. Highly recommended!!!

A hidden gem and one of the best family experiences around!…read more We had an absolutely amazing time at Sumnist Tangerine Farm and will definitely be coming back. For just $25, you get a bag that you can fill with whatever is in season. During our visit, we picked tangerines, oranges, lemons, and limes, but they have a great variety depending on the time of year. The orchard is huge, and one of my favorite parts was the owner's philosophy: everything you can eat while you're on the property is included. We definitely took advantage of that and enjoyed fresh fruit right off the trees. It doesn't get any fresher than that! The property is beautiful, the parking was easy, and the whole experience was relaxing and family-friendly. We saw plenty of families with strollers, and the walking paths were wide enough to navigate comfortably. Just keep in mind that much of the orchard is on a hillside, so I highly recommend wearing comfortable tennis shoes or closed-toe shoes for better footing and to protect your feet. One tip: their hours are limited (I believe they're only open on Saturdays and Sundays), so I'd recommend arriving early, especially on warmer days. You'll beat the heat, have the best selection of fruit, and enjoy the orchard before it gets busy. This is so much more than just buying fruit--it's an experience. We'll absolutely be bringing our friends and family back because it was such a fun way to spend the day. Highly recommend if you're looking for fresh citrus, beautiful scenery, and a memorable outing!

It's not about the price, but about the experience. We enjoyed our time in nature and had some…read morefield-eating to our heart's content as we picked our mandarins and filled our bag too. Although we showed up near "closing" time, we did not feel rushed. There were multiple families still picking and others just enjoying the park/shade area. For $20 to fill an 8lb bag, and no admission fee, we found it to be very much worth it. The trees are on a hill so there is a bit of a hike involved but we were aware of it ahead of time. Plan accordingly, bring proper shoes and water!

These guys are the real deal. Honest, knowledgeable and hardworking. As a small business owner…read moremyself I know how important it is to know the right people for the right job. I recently referred one of my clients over to them who has a ranch/farm in Fallbrook and he was extremely happy with the consultation and advice he received from Jeff and the gang! Thanks guys!

Based on my experience with Jeff and Andrew, I would highly recommend Dickinson Family Farms to any…read moreoperation looking for seasoned advise, exhaustive expertise and reliable execution. The Dickinsons are not only experts on agriculture and farming, but business strategy. You will not go wrong working with them.

I love our farmer's market! I usually go to the one at the mall on Wednesdays. It's less crowded…read more If you go earlier, around 9:00 or 9:30 am, You get the freshest fruits and vegetables. The prices are a little high but it's well worth it to support our local farmers. The fruits and veggies are always nice and fresh. There aren't nearly as many vendors on Wednesdays but if you are just going for fruits and vegetables you won't be disappointed. Angel Farms is my favorite vendor but I do like them all. Atkins nursery from Fallbrook comes down and they always have local avocados.

Lots of neat things here. They have fresh fruit and cage free eggs. They even have a sweet potato…read morepie stand, sambusas, a dumpling stand and empenadas. The people that go here are very nice. This is a smaller market but it seems people regularly go. The sellers seem very enthusiastic about their product. It was so hot today but still enjoyable.

If you like Dragon Fruit Plants visiting El Creek Ranch is a must…read more Linda is a wonderful host, she always explains everything you need to know about dragon fruit plants. She has the best species, such as Sugar Dragon, which bares fruit that is out of this world. A juicy sweet flavor explosion. She also has the Nicaraguan red and purple flesh varieties that are only now becoming available in the United States. Whenever I visit I also buy twenty pounds or more of whatever variety of avocado that is in season at that time. I drive down from Los Angeles. I know there are many other growers in Fallbrook, but I find everything I need and want at Elk Creek. I have complete confidence in Linda.

The folks that run Elk Creek Ranch are very friendly and knowledgeable. If you want to grow dragon…read morefruit, they offer great prices on their plants. I have several plants that fruit every year and they are delicious! They will answer any questions you may have and will even demonstrate how to fertilize the buds. Highly recommended!

Our kids' school is organizing a trip here, so parents are required to attend--and unfortunately,…read morethe experience with reservations has been frustrating. They require payment in advance, but the system doesn't work properly. I tried booking for 3 people and it only charged for 1. I tried again for 2 people, and it still only charged for 1. It's confusing and unreliable. If you're going to require paid reservations--especially for school groups--please make sure your system works correctly. On top of that, parking is a nightmare. There aren't enough spots, which makes the whole process even more stressful when you're trying to coordinate with a school group and young kids.

Family made the trek from OC on a Sunday morning for the 10 am slot. Reservations were easy to make…read morethe night before. I noticed person were able to go in without reservations at the check in counter but maybe that was for slow time slots. Farm offers two sizes but we opted for the large tubs. They tell you how much to fill without over filling aka being charged extra. People were mad filling but I guess it's a gamble. We only stayed for about 45 min but time slots were for 1.5 hours. No shade so be sure to bring a hat and water. Small food truck offering drink and snacks. Small sundries shop as well. I didn't see any restroom facilities and it's not a major exit off the freeway so come prepared.

Absolutely the best quality amended soil, worm castings and worms in San Diego. Daniel is literally…read morea "soil artist" with a level of enthusiasm for all things dirt. Not sure if he's a chemist or actually has a degree in soil sciences, but he brings an amazing amount of knowledge to his product offerings and is always willing to share insights into the best methods to achieve whatever project we are working on. Did a complete yard and orchard overhaul 16 years ago and continue using his products today. The results speak for themselves. Also a great resource for quality firewood. Timely delivery every year at very fair prices.

Daniel is the nicest and most generous person in the world. He made picking up the compost so easy…read morefor me, and the price was great. Will definitely be a repeat customer.

Barnyard Chicks is a whimsical take on a typical vintage store, with a large exterior rows of small…read morecottages filled with niknaks and items galore. There is a prayer room with paper tags visitors can write in which was really sweet. It might be difficult to find specific items since everything is dispersed widely without specific organization, therefore definitely ask the store employees for help if you're looking to shop. Items are marked individually with their respective prices. I thought it was a unique experience that was nice to check out once, but I couldn't see myself stopping by to buy things here in the future.

Great antique shop!…read more It is beautifully decorated. It has fountains all throughout the property, which gave it a peaceful and calm atmosphere. All throughout the shop it's nicely decorated and organized! Loved this place. Inside and outside... They had a prayer room area, what a great idea!