Everything is very fresh and they have quality produce. If you want to buy bulk, there are large…read morequantities available.

Monterey Market is one of my go-to spots for produce, especially if you like variety. Their…read moreselection is huge, and the mushroom section is on another level, way beyond what you see at a normal grocery store. Fun fact: this place is famous for carrying hard-to-find and foraged produce and has been a quiet favorite of Bay Area chefs for decades, which explains why half the fruits look like they belong in a cooking show challenge. That said, the quality isn't flawless. This past summer the corn on the cob was disappointing, with a few ears already rotten at one end once you peel back the husk, so definitely inspect before buying. Also, the clientele is usually fine, but this visit featured an unnecessary checkout cameo from a full-volume Karen who felt the need to explain how standing in line works. The cashier chose silence, which felt like a statement. Still a great market overall, just keep an eye on the corn and maybe bring a little extra patience to the register.

Great selection of different types of stuff - produce, dairy, oils , jams and marmalades, bakery,…read morechocolates, meats, as well as cuisine specific items too. The quality is totally worth the price. They also have live music and family events at certain times.

About 1-2 blocks long, there are a variety of vendors available here. I like that this farmer's…read moremarket has slightly later hours than what I see at other farmer's markets - they are open from 10-2 here instead of 9-1. I came by and got some fresh, sweet strawberries and a thick slice of sourdough focaccia bread that was soft and paired great with some rosemary infused olive oil. They didn't have any hot food vendors though, so I was a bit bummed by that. Parking is available on the street via meters.

Berkeley Bowl is a true East Bay institution, and the produce section is the main reason we keep…read morecoming back whenever we're in the area. The fruit selection here is exceptional. A must for us every single visit is the Honey Glow pineapple -- if you haven't tried one, you're missing out. They are incredibly sweet, almost like biting into pure sugar, but in the most natural and refreshing way. It's the kind of fruit that's hard to find at your average grocery store, and Berkeley Bowl delivers consistently. Beyond the pineapple, the quality across the board is impressive. The blueberries are plump and flavourful, the oranges are bright and juicy, and the wider fruit selection never fails to catch our eye. It's clear that real care goes into sourcing what ends up on those shelves. For anyone living in or passing through the East Bay, Berkeley Bowl is absolutely worth a stop. It's one of those places that makes grocery shopping genuinely enjoyable, and the produce alone is reason enough to visit.

I haven't been at the spot in really long time. And every time I come here I remember why I used to…read morelove it so much. They have absolutely everything and the price is a reasonable. Not as reasonable as they used to be back in the day, but reasonable enough. I love the bulk section of foods. And I love the fact that the organic food is not as expensive as it is in other places, but it has a really good quality. They have a nice selection of foods and you can get a lot of different things. They do have some specialty sections, such as English foods, Italian foods, Mexican foods, Asian foods, etc. I can cook something from another cuisine and often find those ingredients there. I could find lime leaves for a dish that I was making and they only cost $.99. They also have banana leaves that I can buy if I want to use. The meat counter is nice and the people who work there are generally very nice. Another thing I like about the store is that it's nice and clean. The aisles are OK and you can pass by. And when waiting in line for your food if people are shopping, it can get a little crowded, but it's not uncomfortable. The only thing I would tell you not to do here is to return something because they do not want to give you your money back even when you do have a receipt. And when they do give you your money, you get all kind of attitude. I would suggest coming here, which is something that I do when I'm in the area. I usually go to the other Berkeley bowl because it's closer to the freeway and I can drive up quite quickly. But I forgot, this used to be a Safeway, so unlike their original location, which is now a car dealership, and before that was a bowling alley, this space was built for retail of food. I like that I can always find something here when I need to.

How anyone could rate any farmers market below five stars is beyond me! We've come here a few times…read morewith friends who live nearby. The Tamiscal farmers market is bubbling over with food trucks, pastries, fresh fruits and veggies, even handmade soap. It's next to frog park, so a phenomenal place for kids to park and play. Families often sit along the creek and eat breakfast. It is frequently crowded, particularly in spring and summer months, so come early and bring a lot of bags. Cash only!!

Simply the best if you like one-stop-shopping in Farmer's Market ambiance. I love that it's smaller…read morethan Grand Lake, where I can feel overwhelmed. Aside from the usual produce you'd expect - a plethora of fruits and vegetables - there is also meat, milk, cheese and flowers. I love getting something to eat and drink from one of several top-notch vendors and sitting near the creek to watch the children play while listening to music. My favorite place to go on a Sunday morning!

The South Berkeley Farmer's Market is probably one of the best Farmer's Market I have been to in…read morethe SF Bay Area. They are located a short walk from the Ashby BART station. As you head out from the BART station walk along Adeline in the opposite direction of Berkeley Bowl in the direction of Flacos. Keep walking for a bit & you will see them on the right hand side of Adeline. Lots of organic produce here. Some of it maybe a bit costly yet fresh as you can imagine as the blueberries I picked up were picked the morning that I bought them. I like that it is compact, lots of variety, & w/ heaps of organics. I do a lot of my own cooking as I frequently make smoothies for breakfast along w/ stews w/ whole grains for lunch along w/ dinner. I have recently gotten into making different customized trail mixes. I picked up some blueberries, raspberries, cantaloupe, squash, & almonds. Other items that I saw that looked interesting that I didn't pick up were avocados & sprouts. Look forward to returning here again soon!

South Berkeley Farmer Market starts at Alcatraz & Adeline, ends at 63rd Ave. approximately where…read moreMartin Luther King splits from Adeline. vendors: many vegetable/fruit vendors, a honey one, artisan vendors, meat, food vendors. eats: -bolani -healing kitchen (afro-vegan) -andy & cindy's thai -phoenix pastifico (bakery) -stepladder creamery -tamales Oaxaquena notes: -no designated parking area. it's wherever u can find it. -not far from Ashby Bart station.

When nothing is the same and everything is closed, the few remaining vendors, musicians and artists…read morethat continue to sale their wares, burn incense and play live music give me nostalgia, and small comfort that some things may never change, The Flea Market is a fraction of what it used to be, the years and times have not been kind to it, sad to see it go.

I used to go to this often before the pandemic and was in the area today, so I stopped by when I…read moresaw the sign The sign is about all that's left. There might've been five tables. No food, no performance no music. Hope it comes back

Any solid farmers market is better than no farmers market, am I right? The North Berkeley Farmers'…read moreMarket is a medium sized farmers market. I was there on the early side, so not all stands were fully set up but seems as if there is a few bakeries with fruit forward desserts and baguettes, lots of fruit, flowers, rotisserie chicken, tamales, empanadas and a fish vendor. Parking is seemingly mostly in the CVS parking lot and some street parking. Overall, Thursdays, if you need some local NorCal fruits and veggies and eats, this is a great little farmers' market.

How and why would this fabulous all-organic farmers market in the heart of Berkeley's historic…read morefoodie district be anything but 5 stars across the board? What's not to love about this petite farmers' market every Thursday from 3-7pm? It's compact yet still packed with abundance & variety, especially when I visited at the tail end of summer/early fall produce season. I made a beeline directly to the famed Frog Hollow Farms stand that was overflowing with assorted stone fruit (their specialty) and berry tarts, hand pies, and galettes. But right next door you can buy the actual fruit or local honey from other vendors and head home to make your own pastry. Or maybe you want veggies? They've got stall after stall of the season's best. I picked up a ton of basil for pesto. Need to rest? There are shaded tables and chairs for kids to seniors to disabled folks to catch a break while listening to live music. Don't feel like cooking dinner? There's always a vendor, like Roadside Rotisserie, where you can pickup a juicy rotisserie chicken, or pork loin, with sides like red potatoes or broccoli roasted in chicken fat. And if the plethora of organic goodies and vendors galore aren't enough, just turn around and realize that you're surrounded by some of the best food destinations IN THE WORLD: Cheese Board Collective & Cheese Board Pizza, Saul's Deli, Andronico's Grocery, the ORIGINAL Peets Coffee & Tea, and of course Chez Panisse is just 8 doors down! And if you need to wipe the tears of foodie joy and happiness from your eyes, there's a CVS just behind the farmers market with tissues galore. Again, solid 5 stars every time!

Yasai is conveniently located close to Philz, Safeway, La Farine, Wisteria, and other dining…read morelocations. It's very organized and offers many options for fruits, vegetables, fresh noodles, Asian snacks, Asian sauces, drinks, and dried goods. While small, many options are available. When there was a shortage of Sriracha, Yasai was the one spot I could find large bottles of it. They offer fresh, in-season produce and keep it maintained well-- while I was there, one of the employees refreshed vegetables as they needed re-filling.

Yasai is a wonderful corner market that fills the gap for an Asian grocery store in the south…read moreBerkeley area. I come here regularly to stock up on Japanese snacks, green tea, kimchi, napa cabbage, and mushrooms that I can't find at Safeway or Trader Joes. Thank you Yasai for your reliability and community feel!

Great selection of Fresh fish and seafood at a good price. They also have fresh live crab! The…read moreseafood quality is amazing here and the staff are friendly, ready to help! You can pre-order to skip the line and pick-up your pre-order!

My go to place for fresh live crab and always pick up a jar of their fresh meyers lemon oil, love…read moreit!

West Oakland Farmers Market is open every Sunday 10am-2pm…read more It is right next to the Prescott Market. They have a nice variety of produce, hot food, flowers and beverages. We purchased strawberries, blueberries and apples. We came towards the end of the market and the bakery vendor was selling their baked goods two for the price of one! This is a sweet market and I look forward to stopping by the next time in the area on a Sunday morning!

The West Oakland Farmers Market is my Sunday go to! It's conveniently placed next to and organized…read moreby the Prescott Market's owner, Harvey. This Farmers Market is slightly tucked away from major roads which makes it a great location to walk to with your whole family. Despite only being 1 block long, you'll find all sorts of vendors here. From classic seasonal produce, Asian produce, apple cider, new product start ups, bakeries, florists, and even Diamond Dog Bakery (a bakery just for pets!). Whenever I'm here I always grab a coffee and some tamales to start. $5 per tamale and they're huge and have plenty of filling. For coffee, you could even wander into the Prescott Market, or you can visit one of the several coffee vendors. Everyone has great deals as well! A few weeks ago, there was a live jazz band which I adored. Today, they had a group playing music inside the Prescott Market patio instead. It still radiated throughout the whole block and brought the vibes up even more.