Newark Farmers Market

I'm not a weekend farmer's market hound, searching or traveling to different farmer's markets around the bay. I will occasionally check one out, and I've checked out enough of them that I know what I like when it comes to setting up a farmer's market. Pros:-actual farmers out here from multiple agricultural counties, dishing out their specialties for the season. -the majority, if not all farmer's stands out here are organic, so no big agricultural giants out here. -plenty of parking, it is in a dead part of a defunct mall parking lot. -good energy, lots of people attend. Good commerce energy.-the day I went there were 2-3 stands of local bakeries selling pastries. I wasn't in the market for that, that particular day, but it did look interesting.Cons:-even though the pricing does seem a bit less expensive than say conventional grocery shopping, it is not by much. And lots of things they give price breaks only if you get it by the quantity. I can't really use 5+ lbs of cherries or tomatoes, I simply can't use them fast enough for me to be able to utilize it. -zero shade because it is basically a parking lot. I seem to like farmer's markets that have trees and benches, just makes it more relaxing for me.-not terribly large, basically 2 rows of stands where you can make a complete circle in a couple of minutes. And most vendors seemed more the same than different, which makes comparing a bit tougher.-outside of the pastry stands, there was only 1 place doing prepared food, a lone taco truck. I can get that any day of the week, so didn't bother. Most other farmer's markets have several prepared food options these days. But I will be back as the produce I did get here was pretty damn good. Got some Asian water spinach, a monster bunch for $5, some seasonal cherries that had great cherry flavor and some monster ripe tomatoes that were so heavy from having more flesh than juicy seeds. Really made a difference in my dishes for that week, and to that I'll drop an extra star. *clang*

Not my local market, but the only one open on a Sunday around here when I miss mine. Their early summer selection was abundant and lots of choices in stone fruit and classic market veg (kale, cabbage, etc). It's a bit crowded, but manageable with live music and a couple of bbq food stalls and tacos. Park up the hill by the theater (the market moved down closer to mall entrance) for an easier time.Many vendors take cards or square/apple/google pay.

In an area with little outdoor local interest the Newark Farmers Market is great.Please try the Kouigh-Amann, nice father and daughter team selling treats mom and daughter make at home as well as Dre Jams & Jellies!! Try the cherry jam and the apple strawberry, you can't go wrong.

We buy produce from here every Sunday. Most of the year it is great. You can buy seasonal fruits and vegetables at reasonable price. I appreciate having this place nearby, otherwise the fruits and veg from the grocery in Bay Area is expensive and tasteless.

This farmers market on the parking lot of Newpark Mall has several produce stands, baked goods, dessets and as well as other small businesses. A wide variety of baked goods, desserts, BBQ, snacks, and popcorn. The Market is open on Sundays. They moved the location closer to Mowry Avenue making it more visible for customers.There is ample parking as the mall is fairly empty.On a sunny day there was a crowd of shoppers as well as families. It's a nice to shop if you are looking for a farmers market.

Love this Newark farmer market, is definitely good quality and clean! The vendors are so good especially they have Filipino grill pork and chicken legs, definitely can't escape from the yummy bbq smell! Service is great, love the Asian vegetable stalls, so fresh and good deal for organic pea sprout!

It basically caters to Indian culture! Prices are ridiculous ! Every single fruit that was available for sampling and said super sweet, sweet and delicious was not at all the case

A little pricey, but great produce. First time going was last week, but we plan on going every Sunday, even when it rains.

A little farmers market with a bunch of produce stands, as well as other small businesses. A wide variety of baked goods, desserts, BBQ, snacks, and more.

For the Filipino food stall! Food was so good and service fast. Lines were quick to form and served.