Earthbound Farm Stand

Earthbound Farm Stand in Carmel is a pass for me. The location and atmosphere are great and really capture that local, farmland feel, which sets your expectations high. Unfortunately, the food was a big miss. Our salad was very dry and felt slapped together without much care. The soup tasted like it could have come straight from a can, and the bread served on the side was completely stale. It was disappointing given the setting and reputation. Overall, it is a nice place to stop and look around, but the food did not feel special or worth returning for.

Earthbound farms has been a must go to stop every fall for us. There is an amazing farm stand with cafe drinks, snacks, flowers and produce. There are photo op chairs and a kids tent and garden. I love the pumpkin sculptures and the different colors and sizes of pumpkins to pick from. Great family spot!!!

As Carmel locals we come here at least 2-3 times a week. Take all my money! We love the food, drinks, ambiance, seasonal U-Pick tulip and berry picking, the fall pumpkin patch, the kids play area, and Monday story time. The staff is wonderful and we love the retail selection for homewares, kids toys, and thoughtful gifts.

We had an incredible experience stopping here for lunch on our way to Big Sur! If you're traveling with little ones, this place is an absolute gem! There's a fantastic kids' play area that keeps them entertained while you relax. It was the perfect pit stop, and we couldn't have asked for a better break on our journey!

We missed the tulip upick, but made it to the ranunculus. Dahlias and sunflowers available in the summer time. The farmstand has beautiful, unblemished from transportation, produce. We even enjoyed a straus creamery soft serve ice cream. The flower upick is available to the public Fr Sa Su. Pay before going to the field. $25 for 12 stems, or one larger option. May also buy pre cut or arranged flowers from the farmstand.

You should totally check out this spot, it's super cute with amazing views, great coffee, and really helpful staff, plus they open early too.

Catering to families with little kids, the farm stand is also great for a quick lunch. Salad bar, coffees, smoothies, bakery, and sandwiches are the standard fare. Outdoor area include a giant Sequoia, labyrinth, gardens and raspberry bushes for sampling. Also good place to pick up veggies and flowers.

Amazing coffee and such a lovely atmosphere here! So nice to be surrounded by flowers and hills and hummingbirds while enjoying a delicious breakfast. Would come here again in a heartbeat. I only wish I lived closer!

We had breakfast here and everything we ordered was delicious! We had the Basic breakfast ( not so in our opinion) and the croissant sandwich that comes with the freshest side salad that you could want. Flaky croissant with cheese, egg & bacon, so good! The home made biscuit that comes with the basic breakfast was so flaky it was falling apart in a very good way. The store has a bit of everything that you imagine a country store would have, local produce and locally made products in a very peaceful and fun setting. We missed the Pick your own Tulip days, but can see how fun that would be too! Love this place, it's a must visit..we loved it so much, we came back 2nd day for breakfast and coffee again! Try it, it's cheaper than some subpar restaurant in town. Great service too! :)

You may have seen Earthbound Farms in your local grocery store. As a leader in the modern-day organic food movement and with literal roots in Carmel some 40 years ago, Earthbound is a perfect spot to enjoy fresh food in a gorgeous outdoor setting. Setup like a roadside farmstand, you'll find everything from a flower stand to a small grocery and cafe. There's plenty of outdoor seating, some fire pits, and a grass area where you can bring your own picnic blanket. The farmstand itself is chock-full of goodies and a little cramped. Note, dogs are not allowed inside the store. We were greeted by the staff and helped ourselves to the printed menus on the wall. For whatever reason, the veggie sandwich sounded like a winner. I opted to add some cheese to make it extra delectable. My partner opted for the BLT. Each came with a decent sized side salad topped with their golden balsamic vinaigrette. My mouth still waters at this. Check out the recipe at the end! The sandwiches were crafted on house-made multigrain bread - a real treat if you've been used to that processed stuff. We shared halves of our sandwiches and both agreed that the veggie with cheese was a winner. Crispy, gooey, and full of fresh-riped veggies made this a fun grown-up grilled cheese. Perfect for a sunny yet slightly chilly February afternoon. If only we would have ordered the soup! We concluded our visit with a quick jaunt around their gardens, located behind the farmstand. Dogs, understandably, are not allowed back here too. But we did spot a sweet bob-tailed cat amongst the emerging tulips! This was a nice stop on our way home and we thoroughly enjoyed every element of Earthbound. Recipe: Earthbound's Golden Balsamic Vinaigrette Servings: 2 cups Ingredients: 1 teaspoon chopped garlic 1 teaspoon chopped shallot 1/2 teaspoon thyme 1 tablespoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1/2 cup golden balsamic vinegar 1/2 cup good quality olive oil 1 cup sunflower oil Directions: Place all ingredients except oils in a food processor or blender and blend. Combine the two oils. With the blender or food processor running, slowly drizzle in the oils until emulsified. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. For best flavor, let the vinaigrette come to room temperature before serving.

What an awesome place to visit, have a bite to eat, enjoy a coffee or smoothie & just hang out on the property. I've been here a few times with my daughter & granddaughter, such a fun place to spend a few hours. They have a kids area with swing set & a big tee-pee. They have a huge garden area where they grow veggies & herbs plus some fruit trees. Visit this place, you won't be disappointed... I promise

Overall great vibes, it's super fun going through the pumpkin patch and there's a lot of photo opportunities for kids and dogs alike. The parking can be a little hard but definitely easier the earlier you are. There's a good variety of pumpkins that you can pick from and if you're lost, the staff has binders that can help get a good sense of what varieties are good for which.

I am in love with this farm stand!!! I stumbled across Earthbound Farm while looking for dog friendly pumpkin patches in the South Bay. Pumpkins, dog friendly, and food?! I was sold! It's super family friendly as well. There is plenty of FREE parking. The grounds are gorgeous! They offer so much. From their cute little market, to breakfast, lunch, and drink offerings, to their garden grounds. I am in love. Their pumpkin patch is small but super cute. Lots of photo opps. I love how peaceful it is and not too overly crowded. I had such a nice time and can't wait to be back!

We had a great time picking tulips with our daughter. When we arrived there was a line that moved fairly quickly. Once we reached the stand we were given a large bucket for our tulips. They were easy enough to pick that I didn't feel the need for gardening tools. We picked 10 stems for $10. Afterwords we ordered lunch from the cafe. I definitely recommend the peachy keen smoothie. We did not bring a dog, but it seemed that most of the farm was dog friendly. However, I don't believe dogs are allowed in the tulip garden.

Just ADORE this place ~ SERENE, PEACEFUL, BEAUTIFUL in a natural way. Stopped in a Sunday for coffee, it was quite busy still lovely just a bit crowed for our liking. Soooo back we went mid week & it was PERFECT . Slower, no lines quicker service. Wonderful coffee options & the food is all fresh farm to table the AVOCADO TOAST is DEEEELISH on a whole grain bread with the right amount of avo schmere & cherry tomatoes served with a fresh green salad & ribbons of carrots as pretty to look as it was to eat. Their breakfast burritos are giant, nice to share filled with eggs, potatoes or other options depending on your tastes. For the traditionalist bacon & eggs plate is an option. Plenty of seating options in the sun or the shade which we prefer and each on with pretty views of the gardens ‍ after your finished or while drinkin your Morning Cup of Joe stroll the garden and just breathe in the peacefulness.

Two words: croissant sandwich. Hands down the best I've ever had... the top and bottom layers were perfectly buttery and flaky. The veggie omelette and banana bread were decent, but that croissant sandwich was so stunning. Genuinely unforgettable. The service was great--super friendly--and the ambiance had such a cozy, organic farm feel, perfect for any weather or occasion. We're already planning to come back tomorrow morning to try their green smoothie

Surprisingly good latte from the Earthbound Farm stand in Carmel. The garden and shop were so cute. Would definitely go back again.

Don't buy their bad coffee or their extremely overpriced and overly salted $16 cheeseburger! I feel like I was eating salt burger! Attache proof of photos

What an awesome spot! We actually came out to do the Pick your own Tulips! Afterwards we decided we would return for breakfast. Next day we went back. Actually got there right before breakfast ended (11am) so we opted for lunch. We both had the BLT, came with a big fresh salad, loved it. The BLT was on nicely toasted multi grain bread. The salad was perfectly dressed. We both had coffee, he had drip and I had a cappuccino- it was delicious! The lady offered him steamed milk and made a fresh pot of coffee so he didn't get the bottom of the old pot. How nice is that? We sat outside, even though it was chilly the surroundings are peaceful. They have picnic tables, Adirondack chairs too. They have a nice selection of other gifts to choose from to. We thoroughly enjoyed it and will be back!!

Earthbound is a great date or family activity, especially on a clear sunny day! They have a small grocery store, cafe with drinks and some food and a build your own salad bar! We also walked around the farm grounds and sat in the herb garden with our drinks. We also got to sample the fruits growing on the farm which was such a cool experience! It was really nice and peaceful. We came early morning on a weekday to avoid the crowds. I loved my experience here and will definitely be back!

We enjoyed a delish cheeseburger and yummy chicken sandwich on the sunny and relaxing back patio. The wait in the lunch ordering line was about 15 minutes. After this nice lunch, we went back inside to purchase a fresh bakery loaf in the farm stand / grocery store. We were told to wait in the lunch ordering line again to purchase; the line was now longer, about 20 minutes. Since Earthbound advertises their farm stand, why would management combine a lunch ordering line with small items from the grocery store? We didn't have time to wait in line again, and left both disappointed and empty-handed. Management should rethink their customer service approach for farm stand groceries.

Really cute space, with lots of nice outdoor seating. Not a spot you have to go out of your way for, but convenient if you're in the area or on your way to Carmel Valley. Food wise, it was a mixed bag. The morning glory muffin was great, super moist and good flavor and not too sweet. On the other hand, the matcha latte was a bit overwhelmed by the almond milk. The farmstand cookie was okay (but partially my fault for getting it since I don't love chocolate chips in cookies and didn't realize this one had chocolate chips). The Fourth of July sugar cookie was quite mediocre, too dry/crumbly.

The food quality was good and the salad portion was good size. The gardens and overall atmosphere made it a great experience!

Very pretty little stop and walk around. Have a little picnic. You can take your dog, but dog is not allowed in the garden. Which is really nice to walk around.

Great venue tucked away in beautiful Carmel Valley. We enjoyed our orders of the farm stand salad with tri tip, the BLT, and the kids grilled cheese. Also picked up a pair of Olipop root beers, some milk, a pear and a fruit/veggie kids pouch from the market. The food was good; I really enjoyed the salad. That said, it is expensive. Wifey loved the farm setting though, but I might not be coming back here.

Beautiful spot to enjoy nature, walk around, spend as much time as you like to explore, the cafe was also great with fresh food and drinks.

Great fresh organic farm stand cafe! They have wonderful bread for sale, nice earth friendly sustainable gifts and a lovely garden to explore.

We recently visited Earthbound Farm stand and cafe and we love the ambience, their food, outstanding customer service.

Lovely ambiance! I went here with my daughter for her birthday. Food was pricey but good. Workers were kind and recommended we visit animal farm next door which our daughter loved more than all the activities we had done for the trip. Great experience

Totally understated, awesome spot. Food is simple, clean, and delicious. Lots of options for dietary restrictions. The grounds are fun and beautiful. We were here with a big group of kids and adults, spent over two hours just hanging out and exploring, and could have spent more time. One of my uncles dropped his wallet while there, and the employees were so kind and helpful in mailing it back to him!

Love this place! The food, The service, The ambiance and the farm!! I was in Carmel for 4 days and visited 3 times!

We absolutely love this place for so many reasons! They are very friendly! It's a beautiful indoor and outdoor market with Organic fresh produce, salad bar, hot meals, baked goods, juice bar and a coffee bar with an impressive selection of milks. They have gifts and AMAZING flowers picked fresh from their beautiful farm, that you can see right across the street. They have a very festive outdoor dining area with picnic tables and lots of grass for the kids to play. It's very popular and always full of people enjoying themselves. Check out the history of Earthbound Farms, it's very interesting! There's also a Native Plant Nursery down the street.)

Grumpy! We came to enjoy the experience, but when my daughter and her friends picked a flower, we were told it wasn't 'U-pick day'. It feels like things have changed since I grew up in Carmel, where picking herbs used to be acceptable. It's possible there's been a shift in attitudes or policies, though I hope it wasn't due to any racial bias.

Earthbound farms is lovely and I like to take visitors there but no longer. My party of 5 came in and ordered three drinks, two smoothies, and got assorted snacks plus a ten dollar bath bomb. Even a 4 dollar pouch for my 2 year old which he didn't eat. Easily 50 dollars worth of items. I had a small snack for my toddler as he doesn't like a lot of different foods, I bring it to avoid meltdowns if he won't eat food at a restaurant, and the moment I brought it out a lady came over to tell me that outside food wasn't allowed. I explained everything I wrote above to the lady but she didn't seem to care and honestly seemed really annoyed. It also doesn't feel great to be with some of the only black people there and get called out like this. Another adult I was with actually videotaped the interaction and you can hear my little cousin asking if we were in trouble in the background. It put a damper on our day and we left right after. CV is a racially and economically exclusive place and I think that because of that people who run businesses need to be extra aware of their implicit bias and really think about how interactions might affect people of color who are visiting the community.

Took hubby to Earthbound Cafe for our weekly brunch since he hasn't been and it was just perfect- t'was nice and quiet. I love their tofu scramble- tasty but not overpowering flavor, very filling! Same goes for the croissant sandwich that hubby ordered. We love their cappuccino- strong and a bit creamy, nothing like the Starbucks watered down coffee. Tried the vgf oat bar and it was yummy! Chewy, dense, not too sweet. This place is always clean and well maintained. We love eating outdoors so this is perfect. There are completely shaded dining areas, partly shaded, and full sun, picnic tables, dining tables & chairs as well as conversation sets. It was warm today so it's nice e but if you come on a chillier day, you can sit around the fire pit. They also have a basket of blankets for your use. Other than the cafe (inside the market), they also sell baked goods, fresh produce and flowers, some gardening items, and cute kitchen items. Oh yea, staff were nice and friendly- truly goes a long way.

Stopped by for some breakfast here. The omelette and jam toast were fresh and delicious. The place itself is very cute, enough outdoor seating in a very scenic location. Had gluten free and vegetarian option. Would definitely recommend anyone visiting the area. Plus, they have a cute store with fresh produce and garden supplies!

Super cute spot. Came for lunch with a friend. Store inside is super cute as are the grounds. Our lunches sadly could have been better. Good quality just lacked salt and flavor. Would return.

Family and group friendly spot to eat lunch (sandwiches, salads, smoothies, etc). Chose the grilled chicken sandwich for the brioche bun but it was much smaller than expected. Salad was so colorful and very big portion. I think this is a good spot if you're looking for a smaller, lighter meal with refreshing organic produce. Very easy to order, and took about 5-10 minutes for the order to come out. There's a few tables for group seatings on the lawn. Lots of grassy space for kids to run around. Plenty of parking. Good for a sunny day without rain so you can enjoy your meal outdoors!

This farm stand is the cutest! I first came across them on instagram and with a trip to Carmel around the corner I knew I had to visit! The whole property was so pretty and well thought out. They had flower planters made out of old copper bed frames and chairs as you walked from the parking to the stand. Right in front of the stand they had a nice and quint seating area with Adirondack chairs and fire pits. Next to the chairs and across from the farm stand was a flower hut with some gardening supplies and other nicknacks. The actual stand had a good sized covered porch. There were a bunch of flower bouquets available for purchase here. Inside there was a little cafe that had pastries, sandwiches, and drinks. They had a refrigerated section with pre packaged foods and other goods. They had a a nice wine section with a lot of local or CA wines, a drink fridge that included individual beers as well as other drinks, and a section of houseware and cookbooks. Overall it was a super cute store that had a lot to offer. We were able to spend a good bit of time inside while we waited for the downpour to stop. Unfortunately since it was raining we didn't get to explore the farm and get out in the fields, but just another excuse to go back!

Earthbound Farm has the most beautiful farm stand! They sell delicious breakfast (avocado toast, croissant breakfast sandwiches, etc.) and lunch items, lots of fresh produce, grab & go chilled alcoholic drinks, and fine gifts. They have gorgeous themed gardens you can run around in, including a lovely walking labyrinth. There is lavender and other sweet-smelling flowers that scent the air, and everywhere you look there is something that will make you smile. There is a reason I take out-of-town visitors here - It is a truly special place!

Beautiful tulips are in bloom now to pick for a $1 a tulip now. I really love this tulip field and being able to pick your bouquet of tulips.

Nice place for a relaxing outdoor lunch or snack in Carmel Valley. I'd rate it higher than three stars, but I'm still rankling at how unbelievably micro my $14 quinoa bowl was. It was generally tasty; maybe a little over-salted but the quinoa was good and the crispy tofu was really nice. There was just laughably little of it, served in an enormous bowl with about an inch and a half of food all lonely at the very bottom. Not like these ingredients are all that expensive; how about super-sizing that quinoa bowl from a snack to a meal, Earthbound?

We came across this beautiful place on a recommendation from a bookstore owner in Pacific Grove. What a gem! The place is an organic farm that sells produce, flowers, coffee, pastries, and also has a cafe with a beautiful salad bar and great specials. Today I had the patty melt and salad with zucchini bread. Everything was so tasty! We will be back !

Great workshop and walk through the herb gardens collecting and learning the use of many organically grown herbs. We were invited to take samples. The teacher was very informative. A lovely morning.

The environment is too hostile for a farm. The blond white big gal at the counter was extremely rude. Super expensive food and low quality. Never be back!

Love eating here! A great place for all organic and mostly local products! Great customer service and good coffee

We had a great time at the farm! Very relaxing, band was performing and was awesome! Food was okay, we had bbq. Long line at the cashier. The farm was beautiful with fresh flowers and produce.

Very tasty place! Had the steak sandwich with a vanilla latte and was excellent! Definitely a place to try

This is a cute place with awesome grounds -- Unfortunately I found the staff lacks integral knowledge in the products and what is not. Looked long and hard for "locally sourced" cheese and sausage...none available and no meats? This gem could really become a go-to by utilizing many local farms & their products; eggs, (non-soy/corn), raw milk cheeses, vegetables & fruits, meats and jams to name a few. You carry some dish-ware etc why not tap into the local community?

Earthbound Farms has always been one of my favorite places to take family and friends for over 12 years. Especially in October with the pumpkins and gourds! Unfortunately the last two times I've been there, they've been incredibly understaffed. Our group of six waited in line for 15 minutes only to get to the counter and be told they weren't serving nearly 50 percent of the items on their menu. Suggestion; put up a sign please. Management should know after all these years that Saturdays in October are some of their highest impact times. I'd think they'd make sure to have enough food on hand and enough staff that aren't so stressed that they become short & rude. Earthbpund farms lost income and we left very disappointed from the entire experience and sadly we weren't the only ones. As a local I'm very disappointed to lose this spot and can no longer recommend a visit.

This is a beautiful, relaxing, and fun place! The Farm Stand Salad was super fresh and delicious! It was such a big portion that I shared it with my daughter. She, a teenager, commented that it was the best salad she's ever had! My flat white coffee was superb. The restaurant and outside seatings are so quaint and beautiful. The orchard and gardens surrounding the farm stand is so fun and satisfying to stroll around. This was my favorite stop in Carmel!

This is the absolute cutest farm stand. Always a great place to bring out of town guests, grab a quick lunch and a definite go-to for their smoothies. And....they always have great events!

Super cool flowers and produce! Chairs and tables everywhere so they expect you to hang out. Made to order food and bakery items. Flower arrangements everywhere! Huge garden areas. Swings for kids.

Food is great - coffee is great - right now their tulip gardens are magical! I will definitely be back again.

this is really a great spot for families to stop by and get a nice ice cream treat and now they have a lunch menu! But this is an updated review of my recent visit here. There was a gentleman that was pretty rude to me during my visit. Not sure if they're understaffed but they also said that we couldn't order food because they're too busy? Everyone ahead and behind us ordered food so it was confusing. Also there's a check in on Yelp for an espresso but apparently it's not working anymore and the lady said that she can't do it. It just summed up to be a bit of an odd experience. I hope they hire more friendly people so that I can continue coming to this spot and introducing it to my friends.

We came at 4 after their kitchen had closed so we ended up getting pre made sandwiches, some food items, nice candle, flowers and ended up spending over a $100. I checked in via Yelp and had a free tea offer but was told by the blond gal in the front that they don't honor Yelp offers (as if it wasn't theirs). I know how it works but other than that it's a very nice garden/farm stand setting that's perfect if you have kids.

Wonderfully prepared salads with the freshest veggies! Friendly and welcoming staff.