There’s a stretch every summer where my weekends start at a farmers market. I grab coffee, pick up a loaf of sourdough, maybe some peaches or herbs for dinner later… it’s one of my favorite summer activities.
That’s part of daily life here. People in LA care about where their food comes from, but they also care about convenience, quality, and routine. A good market becomes part of your week fast. Same goes for the local farms around the city. You go once for berries or flowers, then next thing you know it becomes your annual summer tradition.
If you’re looking for the best farmers markets in Los Angeles or trying to get more connected to local farms around the area, these are the spots locals actually return to.
Underwood Family Farms
Location: 3370 Sunset Valley Rd, Moorpark, CA 93021
Hours: Daily, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
(5 p.m. outside daylight savings time)
Underwood Family Farms is worth the drive from Los Angeles if you want a full farm day instead of a quick produce stop. Families especially love this place because there’s enough to do that it feels like an actual outing.
The pick-your-own produce is the main draw during peak season. Fresh berries, vegetables, flowers, and orchard fruit all taste noticeably better straight from the field. The farm market also has local honey, nuts, juices, eggs, pickled vegetables, and flower bouquets that people stock up on regularly.
Mar Vista Farmers Market
Location: 12198 Venice Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90066
Hours: Sundays, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Mar Vista Farmers Market feels like one of the most complete neighborhood markets in Los Angeles. You can shop for groceries, grab breakfast, run into neighbors, and stay for hours without realizing it.
The produce selection is excellent, especially the berries, mushrooms, greens, seafood, cheeses, and sustainably raised meats. There’s also a huge prepared food scene here. Fresh juices, vegan foods, hummus, handmade pasta, kefir, pickles, chocolate, and organic teas all have loyal followings.
South Pasadena Farmers Market
Location: 920 Meridian Ave, South Pasadena, CA 91030
Hours: Spring through Fall: Thursdays, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
The South Pasadena Farmers Market has one of the best evening setups in the LA area. The tree-lined streets, live music, and slower pace make it feel more relaxed than many of the larger weekend markets.
The produce is consistently strong, and the prepared food vendors make this an easy dinner stop during the week. Fresh breads, meats, hot foods, flowers, and seasonal fruits all pull a crowd once summer hits.
Larchmont Village Farmers Market
Location: 209 N Larchmont Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90004
Hours:
Wednesday, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Larchmont Village Farmers Market fits perfectly with the neighborhood around it. It’s walkable, polished without feeling fake, and easy to work into your day.
The produce stands are solid, but a lot of people come for the ready-made foods and grab-and-go lunch options. Tamales, rotisserie chicken, jams, baked goods, honey, and seasonal fruit are all popular. After shopping, many locals grab sandwiches nearby or stop for ice cream along Larchmont Boulevard.
Silver Lake Farmers Market
Location: 3700 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026
Hours:
Tuesday, 2 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Silver Lake Farmers Market feels exactly like you’d expect a Silver Lake market to feel. Stylish crowds, excellent coffee, vintage clothing racks, fresh flowers, records, crystals, artisan food vendors, and genuinely good produce all packed into one space.
The citrus vendors are especially good here, and people line up early for bread, crêpes, tamales, goat cheese, and fresh juices. There’s also a strong mix of prepared foods like kimchi, hummus, and guacamole that regulars grab weekly.
Hollywood Farmers Market
Location: 1600 Ivar Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028
Hours: Sundays, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Hollywood Farmers Market is one of the biggest and most iconic markets in Los Angeles, but somehow it still manages to feel community-driven instead of overly commercial.
The produce selection is massive. Avocados, dates, seafood, honey, flowers, poultry, bread, and prepared foods stretch across multiple blocks every Sunday morning. The food vendors alone are worth the visit. You’ll smell grilled meats, Thai food, roasted chicken, and fresh-baked bread before you even finish parking.
The Part of Los Angeles People Stick With
One thing I’ve learned from driving all over LA for work is that people here really care about local routines. Farmers markets and local farms become part of everyday life fast once you find your spots.
If you’re new to the area, start with Underwood Family Farms or a quick produce run to South Pasadena Farmers Market. You’ll understand pretty quickly why locals build entire weekends around these places.
As a real estate agent in Los Angeles, these are the kinds of spots I always recommend to clients because they give you a better feel for how people actually live here.
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