Hanna S.
Yelp
A perfect place to spend a Tuesday afternoon between the hours of 2-7pm . Saunter around in the fresh air, enjoying some samples and supporting local business.
Pop ups: there are a wide variety of stalls, where you can get fresh vegetables, fruit and flowers, plus almonds, hummus, desserts, baked goods, specialty items, and lots of delicious food. You get all of this and no price for admittance. There's usually some wonderful music and a few tables. I was there early and it was not crowded. I just seem like the right amount of people.
Parking : there is a paid lot right next to the market. And if you drive around with luck and patience, your likely to find some parking. I parked a little bit past the kitchen Goodwill store, which is another great find
This market has three plant-based pop ups, including the most amazing vegan pizza... Your friends will not even know it is vegan, but they will feel so much better after consuming it without the dairy bloat.
My favorite sushi people of vegan Mirai (great instagram too) are there. My big thanks to Chang and Kim who makes delicious generous rolls. It's a donation based concept, and they are transparent about their costs. Depending upon the role and what I have on me I sometimes pay $12 sometimes $15 and as $20. They are offering the food in compostable plates, and overall practices are gentle on the Earth. You really don't need any soy sauce for their rolls. Though they have that if you want it. I loved seeing them collaborate with their neighbors and came up with a surf and turf roll. That looked amazing. I'm always happy to be a tester.
Next door was the most fabulous, vegan Mexican with fishless fish tacos, and tripe made from cauliflower and mushrooms I think. I need to go back with another stomach because the food is so good. I just want to try so much.
There is a green juice guy who has a special subscription offering. I tasted one of the green options and it was very good.
I wish Santa Barbara had more markets like these. In Santa Barbara, we do not have food that is ready to go in terms of meals. At this market, you can really enjoy some wonderful meals and bring some things home.