Copley Square Farmers Market

Copley Square is a fascinating and vibrant location for this farmers market. You'll enjoy a variety of fresh produce, prepared foods, gifts, and experiences throughout most of the year. On Fridays, I suggest coming by between 3-4pm when the market slows down between peaks of traffic.

I love that there is Market at Copley Square. It is a very unique opportunity for many small businesses to show their goods. One of my favorite is Q’s nuts. I couldn’t decide what to get from the many unique flavors. I chose three different flavors. I happily noticed that most of the nuts are gluten-free. I was planning to have a small bag every day but once I opened one I ended up eating or three bags in one afternoon. Incredible tastes and freshness and good food for your body! I met him at the Copley marketplace. Everything was high-quality and super fresh. I highly recommend it for you to try. I will be back to check out other flavors! You can find fresh vegetables,Fush, natural skin care, food, jewelry, art dealers, paintings,… You must visit when you are in Boston

I love the Copley Farmers Market and am sad there are just 3 more after today. I get all my veggies, fruit, tamales and an incredible chicken dish from #casba. So many vendors so many great things to get.

Amazing place to hangout.. Lots of food options around. There's a CVS pharmacy nearby. The place is beautiful. Lots of tall buildings around. Shopping could be fun here. Boston common is very near too. Well connected with trains and buses. Must visit place in Boston!

A lot of fresh produce and really nice setting. Great variety of veggies and fruit and good price too

Lovely farmer’s market, I just love farmer’s markets, with a few unique stands (micro-greens, mushrooms, lunch) in addition to standard veggies & meats. I have a good time just browsing though it makes me hungry. That said, it is very expensive so do be aware of that. the things I have gotten have been great though. I got these giant scallions, it was awesome.

Massachusetts grown and farm fresh produce, meat ,cheese, fish, flowers, bread etc This market is Boston's Best. Tuesdays and Fridays until Thanksgiving.

They're open every Tues and Fri during the summer. Located in front of the Library on Copley Sq side. Operation time 11 am to 6 pm. The seafood shop is awesome, the vendor was super nice and informative. The dessert shop that sells croissants is super good too. They're only there once a week though. The allergy accomodating brownie cookie shop is also super yums. I love supporting local farmers and small businesses! Happy to see them back :) Got some delicious asparagus, snow peas, mint, fresh local seafood, and delicious desserts as well.

Fantastic weather today for the Farmer's market. First timer here and I like the offerings ... meat, fish, veggies, floral, something sweet ...everything you need for a delicious meal in the city! Would love to return and see more vendors, the space can surely accommodate. Perhaps it is early in the summer so quite possibly there would be additional vendors. Look forward to returning

On Fridays in front of the BPL. This place has been a haven for fresh produce. Not many vendors but these are legit farmers and wide selection of produce. There is a baker and Indian stand. A shout out to Brian and the first stall who was friendly and from my visits had the most variety.

I missed my town's farmer's market this week so I decided to take a trip downtown to the Copely Sq one. Since Copely Sq park is currently undergoing renovations and is blocked off, the market is now on the sidewalk directly in front of the Boston Public Library's McKim building. There was at least 2 dozen vendors selling their goods in a more cramped space. It was pretty crowded for just after 11am. The produce was fresh and good quality. Prices were comparable to my town's farmer market. The flowers were gorgeous and had a matching price. Market downsides: people cutting in line to pay for their items (had to wait nearly 10 minutes before I could pay for my produce. I'm non confrontational) and being constantly rammed by the walkers of elderly people and giant SUV baby strollers and their oblivious entitled parent. I'll stick to my town's farmer market where people are more respectful of others.

The Quick: I'm a sucker for a farmers market! support local businesses, and local farmers! They had beautiful flowers and interesting Honey's, Cheese's, and local crafts.

This is such a fun addition to Boston summers - you can definitely make an afternoon out of Copley with the farmer's market, library, and awesome shopping options. Like most farmer's markets, prices are pretty high at Copley, but there are a good variety of produce vendors vs. boutique bread/bakery/house product vendors. They also have the Healthy Incentives Program for EBT recipients, which is nice to see in the center of Boston!

Among the better of all the Farmer's Markets I've been to! :) Even without the food, Copley Square is beautiful, and the market is just another reason to come out and enjoy its beauty. I won't go into too much detail on the produce because it changes with the seasons, but the baked goods always look so delicious! My favorite thing to do is grab a baked good (be it a slice of chocolate-banana bread or an apple cider doughnut, and possibly a drink to go along with it) and cross the street to Boston Public Library and soak up some sun in the courtyard. Although the prices probably aren't as low as Haymarket, it's much cuter and you just might find someone playing the piano in front of the cathedral. I also discovered that honey-bees aren't as scary as I previously thought, as they were flying around EVERYWHERE this past Friday.

I love the rich taste of ORGANIC FRUIT & VEGETABLES! I love the sweet smell of FRESH BREAD & BROWNIES! I long for the chewy texture of HOMEMADE PASTA & RAVIOLI! If you do too...Copley Square Farmer's Market...to the rescue! WHY DO I SHOP HERE? (besides the fact that I live here) 1. I love to SAVE A FEW BUCKS by cutting out the middle man and buying directly from my local farmers and bakers. 2. Organic produce is RICH IN NUTRIENTS that are lost in fruits & vegetables, whose soil is over worked. Pesticides have also been proven to cause cancer. Root vegetables even absorb pesticides on the inside, so you can NOT WASH THEM OFF! TIP: There is a stand for EBT CARDS that matches your $10 charge with $10 EXTRA. You get $10 in FREE MONEY to spend at the market!

My daughter and I visited this location while in Boston and there were so many different shops and stores and places to eat boutiques and everything there was so much. I love every bet it was so much to do in the area a lot to walk around we visited the Nike store we visited Duncan we visited a wonderful pizza spot over there it's just so much diversity and so many places to visit in that area I really enjoyed it

I've been coming here for many years (see original review in 2009), and unfortunately since the Copley Farmers Market was added to the EBT HIP "Healthy Incentives" program in 2017, it has become a nightmare to purchase anything here. The HIP program gives food stamp holders up to $80 a month in additional free food when purchasing here, and like with anything else free the response is overwhelming. One needs to elbow your way into see the produce which has often been manhandled and picked over, and then be prepared for long lines at many stands. The frustration among longstanding customers is evident. Some alternatives to Copley are Brookline (Thursdays), and South Station (Tue & Thu).

It is a mob scene here at lunch so be prepared for crowds and lengthy lines. If you can, try going before or after the noon rush. This is one of the most popular places in the area and one of the most bounteous of farmers markets. The prices are all very different so wander a bit at first and do some comparison shopping. Substantial savings to be had if you take note of some of the prices of the fruits and vegetables. In fact, some places charge twice what others do. In addition, the quality varies, so make sure you really study your corn and your tomatoes. I have also found that if you go on the later end of things but before they officially close, lots of the folks are packing up very early. I guess they want to beat the evening traffic but it is a shame when things begin to shut down a couple of hours early, just when some of us are leaving work and ready to shop.

I went here with my two small dogs. It was late and empty. I was told my dogs can't come in bc of covid( they could make a crowd gather to pet them). I didn't want to tie them up in the area bc people were on the outskirts. When I asked the man if places were still open, a dog ran out from under the table. I asked why a dog was inside that was bigger than mine. He said that dog was allowed and I think it's complete bs.

The Farmer's market is seasonal, but for twice a week until November a variety of local producers of meats, produce, bakery products and more line up around the Copley Square. it is a great place to grab some lunch and shop for fresh groceries.

Visited today 9/24/19 lovely selection of vendors and it was about mid-afternoon and a good crowd of regular shoppers and folks just looking. Went to visit and shout out to my friend, who runs a vegetarian meal kit stand-Fork on a Road. Nearby a stand selling homemade beauty products with beeswax and honey and a stand with a nice selection sandwiches/salads and also the Yummy Mummy bakery. There were also a few food trucks as well. All located in the heart of Copley Square.

I love this Farmer's Market! The lines are pretty long at Dick's Market stand and it is due to the HIP Program like the reviewer below stated. Buttt- if you go get cash you can skip that stampede of Asian ladies and check out at the other side ;) Dick's has nice fresh produce, $1.50/lb for tomatoes, 1.49 for nice large eggplants, and same for zucchini - which I get dinkly ones of at Star Market. Iggy's bread is also very good, $3.00 for a big loaf. Worth it!! I have every intention of coming back Tuesdays and fridays until 6pm people! Come out and support your local farmers! Sayonara, Star Market!

Stand back bitches, imma b a gor-may chef thanks to these people. For reals, purple and white STRIPED eggplant. WHAT?!? Also, heirloom varieties of every conceivable fruit or veggie you can think of. Zephyr squash, ground cherries, rosemary goat's milk soap, lollipop radishes, pistachio tarts that are as long as your arm (!), rosemary bushes, ginaromous sunflowers, lavender cranberry lemonade, those prehistoric tomatoes, mint honey, cider donuts, apples, cherries, and berries, oh my! This is by far the coolest farmer's market I've been to out here. There are no piles of forgotten veggies a la the Haymarket here, oh no. Just the most beautiful, vibrant selection of yum-ables around. Here I found out that I know nothing about food and what's available thanks to the grocery store (yay, agribusiness!). -1 star for the prices. Not that these items aren't worth it but if I have to buy vegetables in front of a man who has passed out in a puddle of his own urine the price needs to come down a bit.

Holy moly sweet mother of Jesus. This place is amazing!! On sunny days I like to stroll from work to Copley Station and on a fateful one, stumbled upon this gem tucked away into the hustle and bustle of urban fair. I have not tried all the stands since some are pastries (don't eat wheat as it turn out I am allergic) and others are over-priced vegetables. But despite that, the variety is incredible. Honey, pastries, roasted nuts, artisan cheeses and all available during very convenient hours. My favourite stand is one for the Still Man's Turkey farm. Their grass fed meat is incredible and they sell pastured eggs! You know what I mean... the stuff that comes out of happy chickens that get to be outdoors eating worms and insects (despite popular belief, chickens are omnivores with a big hunger for protein). It hurts to pay for their products, but this is what you get for good quality and supporting the humane treatment of livestock. I have so far purchased the rib-eye pork steaks and pork lard (each at about $7 a pound). I wanted to get some organ meats but they do not carry them to the fair unless it is requested a few days in advance. The woman running the stand is incredibly knowledgable, so friendly and so helpful. It blew me away even more when I learnt that they accept credit and debit cards. Hooray modern conveniences!! If you are the kind of person that buys the crappy grain-fed meat at trader joe's for a million dollars a pound, and find this farmers market convenient to get to...do yourself a favor and just buy all your meat from here. The difference in flavor will completely and utterly change you for life (not to mention the nutritional benefits).

Three words: Apple Cider Doughnuts Honestly, the whole Copley Square Farmers Market offers a great variety of goods, but the whole market is made worth it for the Apple Cider Doughnuts. Seriously... quit your diets, fight your gluten allergies, and keep the insulin on hand.

I haven't purchased too many things here. My kitchen isn't full of organic tomatoes, and Goat cheese kind of grosses me out, but the Cook's Orchard stand (the one with the pies, cakes, etc.) has cookies that are the size of my FUCKING FACE. They are always huge, and they are only $2 (they were $1.50 last year, but there was a drought at the cookie farm in Brimfield, MA ... I guess?). I'll probably start crying the week after Thanksgiving, because that's when they close down. :'(

I went here today in the pouring rain, and I give the vendors who were there props for coming out and staying out in the weather. Everyone I encountered was friendly and laughed at the situation of us all getting drenched and shopping for veggies. I ended up getting two different types of peaches, some apples, squash, eggplant, and bell peppers all for under $10. I would say that's a damn fine bargain. Everything I picked up was really nice, but a word of advice: do a walk through before you buy from the first farm stand; prices can vary a lot from stand to stand and so can the readiness to eat of the fruit.

Amazing office! I have been with Dr. Delghi who has helped reset my spine and help with lifelong chronic pain. its very easy to get appointments and everyone is super friendly!

You have been living under a rock if you work or live near Back Bay and aren't aware of this Farmer's Market ! (open from Tuesdays and Fridays May 20- Nov 25) Buy your fresh veggies, local meats, artisan breads, jams, delicious sandwiches, and fruits of all kinds here. So much better than the produce aisle at the supermarket Many of the veggies and fruits have been picked within 24 hours-- in addition this produce hasn't traveled thousands of miles. A good idea in so many ways. If you haven't bought anything at the market give it a try! You will quickly discover that fresh local produce is for you too.

I've never really gotten much here. They have an Iggy's bread stand here which has delicious breads and pastries, but it's pricey. They do have a lot of produce, but to me it is not worth paying extra for the organically grown stuff, so I usually don't get anything here. However, it is fun to look around and be outside. If you need some fresh herbs they have a fantastic selection, but again, that's not something I really buy. If you're into organic and don't mind paying extra for it I am sure you'd love it here.

I'm the stick in the mud who doesn't absolutely adore the Copley Square Farmers Market. I feel bad about it. Don't get me wrong, there's lots to love here. A farmers market in the city? Fantastic! There are approximately 20 vendors each week selling fresh fruits and veggies, meats, and farm-made wares such as jams, jellies, soaps, and bread. Iggy's Bread is a particular favorite of mine, not just for their incredible bread but also for the delightfully simple yet delicious sandwiches you can pick up for $6. I like browsing just to get a sense of what items are seasonal, since it can be hard to tell within a supermarket. What bugs me about this farmers market is how hard it is to navigate and survey. Being in the center of the city, it's surrounded by bus stops and pedestrian thoroughfares. Strolling through is like playing Farmers Market Frogger, where you are the frog and the role of the cars is played by people pushing double strollers and illegally riding their Hubways on the sidewalk. It's very hard to leisurely enjoy the market when you're constantly vigilant to avoid being run over, pushed, or otherwise molested.

How great to have a farmer's market right in the heart of tourist central. Shopping here meant we got to have some wonderful in-room picnics at the Westin Copley in between restaurant meals. Tomatoes and organic strawberries from Atlas Farm, bagels, bread and crackers from Iggy's Bread of the World, cheeses from Robinson Farm, all good stuff. The produce made me wish we had a kitchen at hand, which alas we didn't....but it looked divine.

Listen. I grew up on a farm. I support farmers and their markets. I'm just not crazy about this one, for one reason only--location. Getting there= super ideal. Browsing anything= nightmare, especially on the bus-stop side. There is a bus stop! Just one stroller (and believe me, there is never just one stroller) and the whole lane gets clogged, and there's no way to get into the vendor areas to check out their (probably) delicious wares. Although, to be fair, I DID grow up on a farm. Perhaps crowds just aren't in my blood. I am pleased for the vendors that they aren't left standing around with nobody to buy their wares, though. Favorites: Dick's (best prices), and Seta's (best quickie lunch-grabbing). Before I had to quit the dairy, the Goat Cheese picnics were great, too! And always tempted by the raw food stand, but they give away samples, so there are always clusters of people standing there and I can't be bothered to deal with it.

Love this farmers market! I wish it is all year round! Especially love the smell of FRESH & ORGANIC produce! I would rather spend my money on farmers market than on wholefoods. Save your health and save the environment! Shopping at the Copley local farmers market has more perks than excellent produce. Buying local grown food will bring more money into the community, reduce the costs of food shipment and create a better community atmosphere. I wish consumers doesn't ONLY support the industrial agriculture and pay more attention to the local farmers market.

I've recently been stopping here to pick up a few things now and again as I've frequently been in the area on Fridays. I'm used to the farmers' markets in Somerville/Cambridge and this one has a very, very different vibe as well as a very different clientele - an interesting mix of people, primarily tourists and people who work in nearby office buildings. There's a lot more "ready-to-eat" pre-prepared food than I've seen at any other area market, which makes sense given the clientele. Here are a few of my highlights: - Now that the goat cheese farm has stopped going to most of the area markets they attended in past years, this is one of the few places you can still buy their goat cheese. They are still selling "picnics" here (a little tub of cheese with some bread, trail mix and a knife/plate/napkin) though they tend to sell out of them. - On Fridays Old Friends Farm is here selling the most gorgeous organic flowers I've seen at a farmers' market since the former organic flower farm stopped coming to Davis Square's market a few years ago. While the flowers are not cheap if you're going to spring for a full bouquet (especially if you're picking the flowers yourself instead of one of their pre-picked ones), they last over a week if I change the water every few days. They also sell zippered bags of really, really tasty mesclun greens and microgreens as well as some other greens. - Shiitake mushrooms! At a farmers' market! In Boston! Not only that, but they are the biggest shiitakes I have quite literally ever seen in my life. And they're tasty! I presume (without any definitive knowledge) that there are other mushrooms as well in the appropriate seasons for them. - And organic strawberries, too! Many of the orchards at area farmers' markets are IPM, which means that they prefer not to spray but will do it if non-spray methods don't work. So finding definitely-organic strawberries was a nice surprise (and a tasty lunch component that was totally worth the strawberry juice that accidentally dribbled onto my shirt). Beware - with the very very high volume at lunchtime, many things run out by 2 or 3 p.m., especially anything that's unusual (like the shiitakes) or in short supply (like snap peas and those organic strawberries this past week). But then, quickly running out of a fair number of items seems to be pretty common at many farmers' markets in this area. One last note: Like some other reviewers, I am baffled by two of the regular complaints about area farmers' markets - that they're not generally cheaper than big-box stores and that there aren't a huge number of vendors. The farms are selling their own produce and they have to pay for the staff/equipment/etc on the farm as well as the vehicle, gas and people to staff the stall itself. And anywhere inside a CITY, exactly where are a huge number of vendors supposed to fit?

[I edited my original review after the title was changed to read 'Copley Square' instead of just 'Boston' and it became possible to write a review for that specific location. Unfortunately, there are still two distinct addresses listed and the yelp arrow still points at City Hall plaza, not Copley Square - can an admin please resolve this mishigas?] I don't personally get to this market all that often, but my wife works near Copley, and often will pick up a few things before heading home. It's not huge - there are several farms selling fresh produce (including a couple that follow organic or IPM practices). Also, there are usually fresh cut flowers, potted herbs, and artisanal breads and cheeses. The quality of everything is quite good, generally higher than that of some of the other Boston-area farmers markets - but the prices reflect this. So it's a lovely place to grab the makings of an al fresco lunch, or pick up inspiration for the evening's meal, or grab some fruit or carrots to enjoy over the weekend. However, given its small size and Back Bay pricing, I doubt anyone who cooks more than a couple meals a week could do the lion's share of their produce shopping here. Haymarket is still the only open air market in the city with that kind of depth (although the market getting started down by South Station is intended to become that sort of venue). But you know what? I don't think that the Copley Farmers Market is pretending to be Haymarket ala Back Bay - it's just what it is - a lovely oasis in the middle of the city, and maybe a bit of a foothold to encourage frantic Bostonians to slow down and enjoy something fresh and local. So in that sense, it's a success. ******** By the way, there are over a dozen farmers markets in the city proper, and probably twice that many in the metro area. Here's a site from the "Federation of Mass Farmers Markets" for anyone trying to find a farmers market in the Commonwealth: http://www.massfarmersmarkets.org/ And here's the specific page that shows the markets in the Boston area (both those affiliated with the FMFM and independents - very conscientious work by the FMFM - huzzah!): http://www.massfarmersmarkets.org/t-allmarkets.aspx#region3

The Copley Square Farmers Market is right smack in the middle of the city. As expected this has it's ups and downs... Ups: - Cheaper, more fresh produce available where it usually isn't - Us 9 to 5-ers can grab a fresh sandwich for lunch or afternoon pick me up in the form of apple cider donuts. Yum. - Supporting local farmers, bakers, businesses is always good! - Sunflowers!! Downs: - There are too many dang people strolling around with their suitcases/trying to take photos with said sunflowers. The farmers market is great, but I try to stick to Tuesdays and avoid the busier, more crowded Fridays.

I get absolutely giddy at the thought of a good farmer's market, and in my opinion, Copley is the best. Not gonna lie, I squeal a little bit every time Tuesday and Friday comes around, it's basically the highlight of my week (and I am going to be very disappointed next year when our office will no longer be in the area). Meandering around the stalls with all the amaaaazing, sexy fresh produce and delicious items makes me simultaneously confused and excited... there's so much to choose from, and it's all fantastic, you really can't go wrong. I'm most excited about the Sofra stand, not only is their produce out of this world (and unique!), but their baked goods, spices, and spreads are phenomenal... basically they own my weekly paycheck. But all of the stands have great stuff... you can do your normal weekly produce/dairy/grains shopping here, pick up some great desserts/snacks/apps for special occasions (or you know, a Wednesday afternoon in the office), get some flowers for your table or perhaps a new pair of earrings, and get something ready-made for your lunch all at the same time (my recommendations: the Mediterranean stand for their various lunch specials, the Herb Lyceum for their summer roll, and the Tatte for their sandwiches). Love love love.

I like to think of the CFM as the "starter's market". It's not huge (hey it's plopped down in the middle of the city, so you can't expect to have tons and tons of vendors with overflowing stands, right?) but it has a little something for everyone....even city-dwellers and FM newbies who only dabble with the baked goods! I think it's definitely become a little more packed as the concept of market shopping has grown in popularity (I'm totally not complaining, just sayin' ) The produce selection is decent -- there are so many varieties of heirloom tomatoes and goodies that you're practically guaranteed a flavorful Friday night meal with whatever you pick up. Of COURSE it's more expensive than the supermarket -- hello, these people sell the produce for a living! It's like having a lemonade stand and selling each glass for $0.25 -- you KNOW the cost per gallon was about $1, but how can you cover your operating costs without markup?! Sheesh. Anyhow, if you work downtown it's totally worth a peek at the market during an afternoon break -- you know you want to!

The Farmer's Market at Copley runs on Tuesday & Friday; City Hall's is on Monday and Wednesday. I've been going to both for years. Most of the same growers used to be at both locations; now it seems like they pick one and stick with it. Copley's is bigger, with more growers and bakers, but the one at City Hall has more crafty/ clothing/local designers. Iggy's is excellent, and the goat cheese from Sterling Farms is fantastic (try the Australian Ginger). When I gardened, I bought most of my flowers and herbs as seedlings from the Herb Lyceum (3 for $5). While it's nice to support local growers, sometimes it's just so expensive. I love the organic growers, and the smell of fresh earth and herbs is a restorative during lunch or after work.

Ohhhhh, the infatuitous* farmer's market...where do we begin? What do we even say? Given the recent trend towards organic, locally sourced EVERYTHING, it just makes sense. And I love it, like the tree-hugging yuppy hippy that roughly comprises 10 % of my being. The market runs mid-May through mid-November, on Tuesdays and Fridays from 11 am and 6 pm. They've got everything from meat, fruit, vegetables, flowers (my favorite are the oversized sunflowers!), dairy (milk, eggs, butter, cheese, etc.), baked goods (breads, bagels, croissants, scones, muffins, pies, cookies, etc.), bath products, herbs and herbal products, condiments (dips, oils, honey, spreads, etc.) and other miscellany I may have managed to miss, sprawled out for all to ponder and purchase under rows of white tents. Long review short, this is a large, friendly farmer's market and it feels good to support all the local farmers and businesses with my patronage. Oh gosh, how cliche did that just sound...please excuse me while I clean up my organic pesto vomit. *in-fa-tu-i-tous (adj.) to have a tendency to cause infatuation "Oh, I already went through my farmer's market phase, but I totally understand, they really are infatuitous". Bring cash - many vendors don't have the means to accept cards.

I work right across the street and have been perusing the market when I can on a fairly regular basis for a few years now. I am glad they expanded to both sides of the park. What I like - lots of choice, quality produce, flowers, potted pants, good pastries and now they have things like coffee and Iggy's bread. I got a sandwich here for lunch today and it was quite good. $6, large, but obviously made that morning. but still good. everything i have bought here, i have enjoyed. What I don't like - sometimes the prices can be high. $4 for a half pint of blackberries? please! I am a Russo's junkie, since I live so close, so I usually get all my produce there. the Copley Farmer's Market is a good place to get midweek fruit, bakery bread to which i usually don't have access or baked goods that i shouldn't be eating in the first place:)

Here's the real reason to come here: Free Samples. Which places have them? Danish Pastry House - sometimes has bread or pastries to sample. If it's bloody horrible weather, they'll give you a 2-for-1! Deborah's Kitchen - free jams and jellies. Fiore Di Nonno - perhaps the best mozzarella around these here parts. Narragansett Creamery - free cheese! the ricotta is the best thing ever.

Goat. Cheese. Picnic. Did you hear me? I said: Goat. Cheese. Picnic. You can't miss them - look for the large banner that says GOAT CHEESE. It's like my bat signal. Agree with Robert Z on Hardwick Culinary School. I didn't remember seeing them in past years, but on my way to class one night I got ham and arugula with butter and it was divine. Perfectly summery and made me think of my grandparents, who I thought were the only people alive who ate their sandwiches with butter. The variety at Copley is amazing, and I've never been anything but astounded at the quality and taste of anything I've purchased there.

After doing the whole touristy freedom trail the day before my visit to Boston, the next day I wanted to check out some of the local foods so I yelped up this farmers market. I love farmers markets and coming to this one was a winner. It's right across the street from the Boston public library, which is basically a tourist attraction itself as well because it's gorgeous. Great artwork inside and architecture. So be sure to check out the library after the farmers market. Back to the market, it's got a good selection of produce, baked goods, meats, and flowers. It's not too big, but it's got enough I think. A bit pricey, but I always expect that from farmers markets since it's all locally produced. I bought a small pecan pie from a vendor for $7 or $8. I can't remember. I wish I could buy some of their local honey but since I flew into town I didn't want to check that in my luggage. All of the produce looked so colorful and delicious. Wish I could have tried it out.

I think Im just bitter, because I cant really afford to shop there often. Being a grad student will do that to you. Well, that not all, there are a few other imperfections here. First of all, its kinda of small for my taste, maybe 20-25 vendors. So, you cant really get all of your market shopping done there. Maybe these are the real farmers, but my mother was not impressed with the selection. They do have goodies for lunch. Those cookies are humongous. The produce varies from one stand to another, so make sure to walk around before buying anything. The produce is organic and quite colorful. I like the veggie color pallets. The mothers with strollers who shop there ....get on my nerves. They are just so snobby and stuck up....beware. The sales people a.k.a. the farmers are awfully nice. Very friendly and they know their produce and products. Dont be afraid to ask questions. This is nothing like haymarket, although I prefer haymarket, more character. One word: Gooseberries!!! Four more words: The goat cheese picnic.

When I lived in San Luis Obispo, CA there was a Thursday night Farmers Market that I loved so dearly. I have been searching to find one here because I want to support local farmers and add more veggies to my diet. I came to this one with my mom and even though it was 100 degrees outside I was excited for all of the booths. Whether it was bread, big bunches of basil awesome for making pesto, or delicious looking fruits I really enjoyed walking around this place. Everything looks so fresh and looking at the prices on the stands things looked pretty affordable when you remember that there's a higher quality to the stuff you're buying here (in my opinion). You can't miss it in the center of Copley Square and there is a beautiful stand of sunflowers which I plan to get to brighten up my room! While there will always be a special place in my heart for the SLO Farmers Market, the Copley Square Farmers Market is not a bad replacement!

Great Farmer's Market- - Location is ideal! Close to other shopping, beautiful setting. A nice place to hang out and read or people-watch before you buy your uber-fresh veg. The first time I came here someone had dumped a bottle of detergent in the fountain and there were dozens of people playing in the bubbles. Plus, subway a block away and buses right at the market. - Excellent produce. I've gotten phenomenal peaches and vegetables here. Friendly people selling them too. Atlas Farms is the best-- they're the only organic producer, and they offer many varieties of incredible heirloom tomatoes that taste way better than field tomatoes. Flats Mentor Farm is my second favorite. It's a collective of refugee-run small farms where you can find great prices on unusual vegetables. -I find the prices to be very reasonable.

Three words: Apple Cider Doughnuts! If you're not from the Northeast, you haven't lived until you had these! I first tasted them when I was living in Ithaca, NY and been longing them since I returned to the area. The vendor that was selling them was The Apple Barn from New Salem, MA (I have them in front of me now and they are calling me to eat them!) They also sell apple ciders as well (equally delicious)! In addition, I bought some corn ($0.50 each) and green beans ($2.00/lb). I also saw a good selection of tomatoes, raspberries, apples, and greens. It's not very big and doesn't have prepared food stands, but it is a wonderful treat in the middle of the city. Plus, WHY are you giving your money to evil empire Whole Foods instead of directly to local farmers? Copley Farmer's Market is open on Tues and Fridays and you can check out hours and other locations on this website:http://www.massfarmersmarkets.org/t-allmarkets.aspx#region3

Try: -Herb Lyceum -Danish Pastry House -Sofra -Atlas Farms

If you want the absolute freshest produce produce there are two places you can go to get it. A farm out western massachussetts, or to the farmers market in downtown boston. The farmers market happens on the weekends and every Saturday right in front of Trinity Church and the Hancock building. Farmers bring in only their freshest produce from all over the state and you can get the absolute best at great prices. They've got fruit, bread, and apple pies. Delicous! You can also visit the farmers market in front of town hall on some weekdays.

This market isn't all vegetables. You can find great pies, cookies, herbs, and flowers. Most of the booths are organic and all are relatively locally grown.

Great to walk around to grab some fresh veggies and fruits. There are also stands of bread, baked goods, and seafood. The seafood monthly subscription is a bit pricey so didn't think it was worth it. During the fall one of the stands sell apple cider donuts and they are so good!

Straight out of a dream. Once you experience Copley, nothing else in Boston can compare. Two of my favorite produce stands are Atlas and Siena. Siena magically takes debit cards this year (which is a life-saver!) and they always have beautiful veggies and prepared foods from their bakery Sofra. Yesterday Coco K. got some delicious looking goat cheese spread and couscous and I purchased some amazing heirloom tomatoes that were exploding with flavor! Across the way, Atlas farms is my favorite greens stand. Curly Kale, Swiss Chard, Arugula...you name it they carry it. They also give customers who bring their own bag a discount! There is plenty more where that came from but always be on the look out for Narragansett Creamery Cheeses, Iggys bread, Herb Lyceum for sandwiches, Stow Greenhouses (for beautiful lilies!) and the Danish Bakery. Just a FEW of my favorites. Be sure to come during all seasons, but the best really is in October. Pumpkins, Sunflowers and Apple Cider Donuts. I could stay all day...and I probably will.

Probably the biggest farmer's market I've been to in MA! Tons of vendors selling local produce, meats, cheese, flowers, baked goods, bread, crafts, soaps, etc. Good prices, friendly people. Just awesome. The location is so nice too, right in the square in front of Trinity Church. I love everything about this Farmer's Market!

Like many other people I am a huge fan of Farmer's Markets...not so much a fan of their prices. Wait! The prices at all of the farmer's tents at this location, have been very reasonable and its easy to find hard to find veggies and hand made goods. I love that I work so close, and its central location in copley square makes it easy to find and stop by to pick up some farm fresh veggies. Often times they will tell you that certain items were just picked earlier in the day. Skip shaws and even trader joes and make your way over here because you will not be disappointed. Some things can be a little more expensive but its worth it. Most bunches of greens will cost around $2, the same or less than what you get at the grocery store. Large squash will only set you back a dollar for the most part which is super cheap. Everyone who works here is very friendly and knowledgeable about what they are selling. Sometimes you can ever barter a little, if there is a set price but the item you are buying is pretty small for the price, they will most likely accept an offer, so don't be afraid to try. Some other great finds are the breads. Iggy's ( i believe is their name) has probably the best bread around. The Pan focaccia is ammaaazing and the cranberry pecan whole wheat rolls rock my world. Other tents are selling flowers, cheeses, prepared foods, meats, soaps, honey and so on. Its awesome to bring a bit of the country to downtown Boston!

The only thing more convenient than the Whole Foods 3 blocks away from my apartment is this Farmer's Market. It's one of the reasons I'm oh so glad our office moved from Watertown to the Hancock Tower a few years ago. I visit this market every Friday to pick up our CSA share from the Silverbrook Farm co-op on the Fairmont Copley side of the market, which I highly recommend. While I'm down there, I usually get a few more things too... like some local honey (good for your immune system), huge sunflowers from Old Friends Farm (good for your soul), or a homemade-tasting pie from Cooks Farm (good for your belly). The most crowded stands are ALWAYS Atlas Farms and Siena Farms/Sofra (suppliers to Oleana). I'm not entirely sure why Atlas gets all the fanfare as the other veggie vendors seem to have equally delicious goods. Siena Farms/Sofra has some unusual baked goods, so I guess that makes sense. Iggy's is also a popular stop for the sandwiches they offer. Prices across the market vary, but seem fair. Heck, it's all so fresh even if it's a little more, I'll pay it! Oh the bounty of summer. Thank you Copley Square for making it so easy to bring a little summer home with me.