Montclair Village Farmers' Market

This is a long overdue post as last I've been was in October. The Montclair Village Farmer's Market is a vibrant spot full of fresh produce, delicious food, and local vendors. Supporting local farmers is such a meaningful way to give back to the community while enjoying fresh, seasonal produce. It's a great feeling to know that every purchase helps sustain small businesses and keeps the market thriving! Among the many great stalls, Kashiwase Farms stands out as a must-visit. They consistently offer some of the best stone fruits I've ever had, juicy peaches, nectarines, and plums that are perfectly ripe and bursting with flavor. Shore Catch has super fresh oysters that taste amazing. They're salty, sweet, and really fresh, like they just came out of the ocean. It can be hectic at times walking around as there is large crowds at 11:00am, however, it definitely feels like a great way to spend a Sunday!

Meant to stop by Colonial Donuts and that Korean mini market on a random Sunday, but ended up finding lots of other things at this farmers market instead. Things worth buying:- Bolani filled flatbreads + eggplant pesto, artichoke hummus, mint yogurt - Handsome Carvers nut butters Pro tip/fun date idea: stop by the dispensary down the street and grab yourself a $1 pre-roll before walking thru the farmers market

This is a great neighborhood farmers market. It has all the variety of fresh produce and prepared food we need while not being overwhelmingly large. Even by 1:00 PM there is still a good selection of most items (strawberries excluded). It's so convenient too to be able to walk to your choice of coffee shops or the donut shop for a nice leisurely Sunday, or to have brunch at one of several restaurants in the village. Anything you couldn't find you can pick up at Safeway or Lucky, also within walking distance. The garage offers free parking on Sundays so you won't have to hunt forever to find a space.

There's a good amount packed in this little corner of the farmer's market in downtown Montclair - some regulars around the bay area farmer's market like phoenix pastifico, the bolani guys (samples are generous), donna's tamales, starter bakery, roli roti, and a few others like a couple of produce stands, happy girl farms, strawberry and blueberry stands from the central valley, prather farms meats, a kombucha stand, a fresh nut milk stand, and more. Parking is kinda tough in this area although no meters in action on Sundays. Having colonial donuts open right there on the main drag is helpful. would not go out of my way to frequent this market, but it's not bad if you're in the area.

One of my fav Farmers Markets in the East Bay. I like to meet and support farmers for the most part. Do I still go to Trader Joe's and Whole Foods, yes. However, I prefer to do business here as much as possible.

We hit this farmers market a couple times a month. Almost every vendor is friendly and consistently there each weekend. Our favorites are the pita chips, oysters, fresh produce, eggs and ciders. Dogs can be tied to the meters or posts on the sides. There is usually live music and also food vendors to eat at. Parking can be difficult but not impossible. It's isn't a huge farmers marker but it has a good enough variety. No luck finding bananas here for some reason. Pros: Fresh produce, friendly consistent vendors. Cons: Difficult parking but it's Montclair. Bottom line: Quality produce and food.

Never fails...most people hit up the Farmer's Market for the fresh, organic products and meats...not me! Show me those Bakery and food stalls and I'll go crazy!Smaller Farmers Market that only takes up 1 block of Moraga Ave...about 4 different bakeries, a fresh, organic bacon stand, honey and bee pollen, momo (Nepalese dumplings) and samosa offerings with sauces, kettlecorn, Maui chips, plenty of produce and 2 food stands: Indian and the the Roti chicken truckI don't recall picking up any fresh veggies or fruit but did leave $27 at various vendors and brought home momos and sauce and Starter Bakery goodies and caneles...sheesh...you would think I was shopping hungry and didn't have breakfast but apparently my earlier meal didn't cut it....maybe next time I'll even leave with some fresh beets and other produce to mix things up :)

Small and mighty farmer's market that get the job done. We love that it's a 15 minute walk from our house. Takes place every Sunday from 9am-1pm. There's even an oyster stand that shucks fresh Kumamoto's 3 for $7, and fresh ceviche.There's a guy at the end of the street on Mountain that sells the best berries, make sure you visit him!

Sunday farmers markets are rare in the East Bay, making Monclair Village the spot to be for next weeks' meals (especially when you've a case of the Monday Blues). While the market is decent, I'll only shop there if I've missed the various Saturday farmers markets in the areas. Pros: - Fresh local food if different ethnic varieties- Fresh Indian street food, crepes, and rotisserie chicken - Location close to coffee shops and restaurants Cons:- Parking is difficult to find- Few vendors (15 total)- Mostly the same vegetables from each farmer, no flowers, small selection of fruit

Farmers' markets are to me like mini-festivals that allow you to experience both the food bounty and culture of a community and its locale. If you're in the area on a Sunday, the Montclair Village farmers' market offers your standard array of fruit and vegetable stands, pizza ovens, baked goods, organic meats, fresh and smoked wild fish, dairy/eggs, bolanis, sauces and more. Some vendors accept ATM/CC, but it's always a good feeling to have a fistful of dollars on hand for the rest.One of my favorites is the raw oyster stand, where you can stand & slurp to your heart's content. Another, the middle Eastern bolanis, 2 for $7 - perfect fare for that nearby hike at Joaquin Miller Park!There are several restaurants in the village where you can catch a breakfast or lunch while you're there...give it a go!