Chanced upon this marketplace concept hosted by Por Vida in the empty lot next to it after making a…read morerandom decision to travel deeper into the barrio instead of hopping on the freeway right away. It's a monthly event where local vendors come out to sell their hand-crafted items. Browse through jewelry, clothing, soaps, pinatas, and other vintage and re-purposed items. They even had a tarot card reader! Travel outside the lot and you'll also encounter a ton of street vendors. Get your tacos and tamals! Por vida is advertised to serve champurrado, Mexican hot chocolate in the thick form, but the tamal guy at his cart (called Tamales Pepe) served a pretty damn good version too. His chicken mole tamales at $3 each were also muy deliciosos! Such a festive & fun event! We went for their Christmas rendition called "Noche Buena" so there were lots of lights, Christmas trees, and garland everywhere. Be sure to following them on Facebook to learn about their next event. Careful with parking though; cars park in the center, turn section of the street, so travel down this road SLOWLY. Support local, support small businesses... always!

We walked into this place while we had some coffee next door at Por Vida. It's good to see some…read morecool crafty flea markets popping up around town. I've been a vendor in the past and always showcased our products at these type of markets in SF or LA due to the lack of them here. You've got everything from refurbished woodworks to handcrafted leather goods (notebooks, wallets, etc). Plenty of things to choose from for everyone. It seems like a fairly new spot so I'm sure more and more local artists and vendors will be showing up and making this a regular spot for the hipsters to be at.

It was a nice little stroll around this place to break up the hustle and bustle of Gaslamp. I came…read morehere during their Saturday market around 3pm. Spent no more than 25 minutes walking it. It's not terribly big. And many of the vendors I've seen before at PB or other farmers market. If you're a tourist you might find it interesting and perfect. Mostly jewelry and clothes.

This is new market down in the center of the Gaslamp Quarter is what the title suggest, more of an…read moreartisan market, than a farmer's market. However, that is not to say it is without its own charm. There were no food vendors, other than a coffee roaster and a very nice lady selling macaroons, but the market to offer a lot of neat items such as hand made local products in the form of jewelry, candles, clothing, and art works from Michael J. Wolf. Even ACE Hardware was there to offer tips on home gardening and selling items. All the vendors were very nice and not pushy in any sense, but just happy to see you. I just in the future they add a few food vendors. I do like the eats. The market opens at 10 am and runs till 3 pm on Sundays and is located between Market St. and Island on 5th ave.

Anytime I'm in San Diego, I try to make it to Mujeres Brewhouse…read more I appreciate the art, the beer and most of all the sense of community. I've tried a variety of their beer over periods of time and my order is usually good. Last month I went for my bday and had a Japonesa and Mexicana, both were delicious and yes, I probably misnamed them. I also got to see some Lucha Libre and local band, it was a good time. Anyone saying there's attitude and lack of service don't understand how to come correct.

Did you know women were the original brewers of beer?…read more At Mujeres Brew House, that legacy is alive and thriving! This 100% female-owned and operated brewery is crafted by women, with beers brewed for women. Bold, flavorful, and unapologetically unique. The space itself is a vibe. Located on a sunny corner lot with a huge courtyard filled with colorful murals. Step inside the taproom and you're instantly surrounded by warmth, culture, and creativity. Their brews are infused with Latino flair, using ingredients and fruits rooted in Mexican tradition. The flavor combos are bold, refreshing, and like nothing you've had before. Amor a la Mexicana | Mexican Lager | 5.1% Crisp, clean, and super drinkable. A perfect warm day sipper. Fiesta en el Barrio | Mexican Amber Lager | 5.5% Smooth and sweet with light caramel notes, a malty base, and a root beer-like finish. Oktoberfiesta | Marzen | 5.5% Malty with subtle black tea notes, unexpected and totally delicious. Whether you're a beer lover or just here for the vibes, Mujeres Brew House is an experience worth toasting to!

This was the worst Farmers market I've ever been to. I don't know if it was an off day but we got…read morethere an hour or so after they opened and there was only around 10 tents that spanned one block of one street. The San Diego Farmers Markets page advertises that it spans two streets. I did get some loose leaf tea that I'm excited to try, but the majority of the other sellers were displaying cheap jewelry. I think there was one place selling prepped food, but I don't remember what it was. If there were more food tents I didn't see/don't remember them. I didn't even notice anyone selling vegetables or flowers. This was really surprising for me because it's in one of the most well-known districts of San Diego, and it was on Labor Day weekend and there were a TON of people out. It could have been due to the heat wave that's happening right now, but I'm not excited to come back at another time to give them a second chance. The quality of this market, combined with the poor parking and cleanliness of the surroundings that are typical of this area made me decide that I won't be back to this market unless I'm coincidentally in Gaslamp for something else and I happen to walk by.

Great farmer's market with great vendors! Many gluten free options and organic fruit and…read morevegetables. Also a wonderful place to people watch while tasting and eating some of the delicious offerings.

A Village Crossroad is a catering company that makes gourmet sandwiches, soups, and salads -- all…read morewith local and fresh ingredients! I was reeled in by the samples they offered when the UTC Farmers Market opened several months ago, and I'm still hooked today. I appreciate the way they capture the nature of the slow food movement in their cooking. Their recipes highlight the unique flavors of each fresh, locally grown ingredient, and their menu changes with the seasons. Over the summer, they served roasted veggie sandwiches, with seasonal ingredients, like summer squash and zucchini. I'm very impressed that they bake their bread for sandwiches (and thus their croutons for salads) from scratch! They also have a chicken caesar wrap, that is filled with fresh lettuce, deliciously grilled chicken, and remarkable croutons. During these past winter months, they started to serve bowls of warm, homemade soup. My favorite so far has been the sausage gumbo, which they serve with brown rice. So if you are fortunate enough to spot A Village Crossroad at your local Farmers Market, be sure to treat yourself to a meal that celebrates the fine flavors of local food.

I tried the Papusas Express, always in a hurry looking for a fast delicious lunch - so satisfying…read more... A different type of Papusa then I am accustomed to, this was not greasy or heavy but really good. The fresh fruit drinks were amazing as well... Love this spot very much- can't wait to come back!

I love Farmer's Markets. None of them could ever rank lower than the 3 star "good to s'ok"…read morecategory. This one has many places for fresh flowers but other than that it lacks. It is seriously the smallest farmer's market I have seen -- really, there are only a few vendors. The low down: - Thurs 11am - 3pm (March - October) - Right across from the Citibank

A few weeks back we went downtown to "walk around". Wow, what a discovery. They have a small…read morefarmers market and right at the entrance is the most wonderful Pupusas booth. But that is not what got me freakin' GIDDY! BACON WRAPPED HOT DOGS! And not the skinny crap some people try to pass off as TJ Dogs, Check out the pictures. Simply amazing with great toppings and wonderful service!!! Now, the pupusas were good also, but I have to say that there might be a need for more "stuffing's" but the chicken topping was ample. Yet, the hot dog stole the show! Sunday: 9 am -1 pm 400 block of Third Ave between Island Ave & J St. San Diego, California 92101

Full disclosure: I work on the City College campus so visiting this fantastic little farmers market…read moreis muy convenient. That being said, if you work or live anywhere close to the East Village and can sneak over to City on a Tuesday morning, this is an absolute jewel of Downtown San Diego. The Urban Farm is exactly what it sounds like: a little patch of farmland smack dab in the middle of the City College campus. You can enroll in a class and learn all about sustainable farming, etc, or you can even just volunteer to work there planting, maintaining, harvesting, and selling the garden/farm wares. They now have a weekly market, every Tuesday from 9:30-11am selling their seasonal offerings. Right now (Jan) they have turnips, radishes, braising greens (kale, chard, collards, etc), herbs, edible flowers (calendula), and more. Even if you're not a hyper-foodie (I'm not), we all can probably agree that it's better for our bodies and our communities to eat and buy locally grown and seasonal foods. This is a small and perfect opportunity to not only eat and shop for your food wisely, but to support a very cool educational program as well. I work at City but I'm NOT affiliated with the Farm, I'm really just proud of this tiny speck of dirt and goodness in the middle of the city.

This little gem of a Farmer's market is located on the campus of City College downtown…read more The organic market occurs every Tuesday from 10am until noon during school sessions. This farmer's market is the product of a very cool program that has converted a large chunk of the school's property from grass to a bustling farm that includes a wide array of veggies and fruits. The people that run this program are super cool, nice, and extremely knowledgeable about their crops and organic agriculture in general. Definitely worth a trip if your anywhere near the area. They also allow volunteers to help out and learn about farming on Tuesday and Saturday mornings from 9am-Noon.