Century City Farmers Market

Was it closed after all? The past couple times Ive gone it isnt there.

Long chicken line. Be sure to go there early. I started at 11:30 years ago. Went to 11am last year. Now I leave work at 10:45 for a short chicken rice line.
Sign said close end of this year. I hope they are just moving.

There’s this vegan falafel place that makes seriously the most delicious falafel wraps for $ 10.
I mean that’s the only place I will go to!
Then I’l wander around and taste the fruit samples (omg nectarines are SO IN SEASON RIGHT NOW. IT’S LIKE HONEY) and try to stay away from the vegan cookie stand (which is so sinfully good…).
I sound like I“m a vegan but I’m not. I just really like that food that happens to be vegan! haha.

Awesome! Best place to get lunch on a Thursday if you work in the area. They have so much variety and you really can’t go wrong with any of the options. The Hawaiian chicken is probably the most famous. You’ll know you found it because of the billowing smoke and the long line. I really like trying ask if the flavored lemonades made from scratch at the different vendors. The lobster rolls are also pretty tasty.

I’m kind of surprised at all the positive reviews here! I am very disappointed with this farmers market. There is almost no organic produce of any kind to be found here. People, please be aware that just because they are a farmer selling at a farmers market doesn’t mean their crops aren’t laden with pesticides. There is lots of organic fare at the Hollywood and Studio City farmers markets. But I wouldn’t buy any of the produce offered at Century City. I do love the Hawaiian chicken, though. Get it. Yum!

Years ago, I worked at a law firm in Century City while in undergrad. Every Thursday, they set up a farmer’s market, with all kinds of good food being served at lunch time.
Nowadays, since I have a lot of time flexibility due to my independent contractor gig, I decided to stop by. The farmers market has not lost its charm.
The most popular stand is the Hawaiian Style BBQ Chicken. There are other stands selling all kinds of stuff: flowers, fruits, veggies, misc merchandise, and other great food.
Back in the day, I bought some carne asade tacos, which were on point. This time around, I bought the Hawaiian chicken. I ordered the mini bowl, which comes with rice and grilled chicken. The chicken is grilled to perfection, and the rice a good complement.
I recommend parking in the Century City mall and taking the bridge over Avenue or the Stars. Daytime rate is about $ 1 per hour.

This is a great farmer’s market. Their are a lot of vendors offering a large range of offerings. It also has the most prepared food out of the farmers markets that I have been too.
There are so many samples at this location that I get full just sampling the fruit. The prices are surprisingly good for things like strawberries. They have lots of salads/​vegetarian offerings.
The Hawaiian chicken place always has a long line, but I don’t think it is amazing. I think it is good… Like mall food chicken good. I actually preferred the fish taco place that was next door. The raw food place was tasty if that is more your thing.
This is a good farmers market to stock up on goodies for the home. There is seating available (in the grassy area) to eat the prepared food in a relaxed environment.

First of all, you have to know that it’s HUGE. Held in the middle of the Century City skyrises, the audience is mainly for the employees of lawfirms and entertainment agencies. Not that there’s anything wrong with that, but parking fees make this less desirable, $ 15 – 30. It’s close to the Century City Mall, so I suppose you could park there, but probably too much trouble if only for the market.
It has a fine selection of fruit, veg, flowers, cupcakes, cookies, nuts, and honey. But wait, that’s not all they got — HOT foods. This is like a haven of over 20 choices. You name it, they’ve got it. It’s a big hit for employees. There isn’t a lot of seating except for one bldg close by with some tables out front. Usually, you’ll see everyone with bags and little white boxes walking back to their offices.
Thursday’s. Be there or be square.

The Farmer’s Market here is convenient given the location. They are here every Thursday and have everything you can think of: honey, Polish food, Greek food, fish tacos, Mexican food, pupusas, flowers, fruits, vegetables, Hawaiian food, and so much more.
Some places take card and other places, cash only. The Greek food is pretty good, but very pricey! I’ve purchased fresh berries for $ 10 (3-​pack) and the Mama’s Hummus is really good too.

I discovered this Farmer’s Market when I went out for a jog around the area on a Thursday morning and saw a bunch of vans unloading boxes and boxes of fruit. I googled Century City Thursday and realized that it was a Farmer’s Market coming through! I came here during my lunch break and was soo thrilled and excited about the variety of things you can buy here. I always pick up fresh strawberries for my smoothies when I come here. 3 boxes of the most delicious strawberries for $ 5-​$ 6 which is a steal you can’t find at any grocery store! They have everything from dessert to variety of Ethnic dishes to beautiful flowers and fresh produce. A lot of the vendors accept credit card which is always nice.
I parked at Century City Mall ($ 1 parking per hour), walked over to the area of the mall where the Neiman Marcus Cusp and See’s Candies store is located and walked across the bridge to where all the vendors are.
The people that come here are all business professionals of course. However I did come across a pudgy dude that straight up didn’t wear a shirt. Uhh.
The Century City’s Farmer’s Market definitely makes me glad that I live in the best city in LA. :)

The Farmers Market is an absolute gem in the midst of corporate high-​rise towers and office buildings. It makes Thursdays wonderful by providing a casual, fun, and temporary escape from the devastating office work that has piled up by this point of the work week. It gives the Century City citizenry and busy bees the breath of fresh air – unless you’re standing in the vicinity of the Hawaiian chicken booth, in which case… I hope you’re wearing your least favorite outfit, ’cause it’s going to smell like barbecue!
Other reasons that this Farmers Market is so delightful:
–plenty of fruit samples, all unbelievably refreshing
–various juice and snack booths
–two rows of food vendors, with various cuisines ranging from Korean and Thai to Mexican and Greek
–at least three flower vendors, with bucket after bucket of color and aroma
–friendly vendors, chill atmosphere
What more could one possibly ask for? Hands down, the best Farmers Market I have seen.

Love Love Love the Century City Farmers Market! Have been coming every Thursday for years. The Hawaiian Chicken is good but the Greek Chicken plate is even better, esp. if you like white meat grilled in Kabob Form. It never disapoints. The fruits and veggies are plentiful and free samples are everywhere. I would avoid the Pupusa stand by the Hawaiian Chicken. The line is long, they are totally disorganized and today I waited forever to come back to work with the wrong order. Will not go back. It’s good to try new places but next week will be back in line for Greek!!! Or the Lobster Roll and spicy crab soup! Another must try!

On Thursday’s it’s the place to be.
Great selection of basic produce and cooked food options.
I avoid the chicken line like the plague and head to the last stand ran by Russian speaking guys in the NW corner. They have nice vegan options and reasonable prices.
I like the rose guy and actually won a bouquet once from his sport picks.

the farmer’s market is great and I am so happy they have come to Century City. I love the fruit and flower vendors and all of the food vendors sell delicious, fresh food. I have one and only one complaint and it’s a big one.
The Hawaiian Chicken stand — the chicken is great, the rice and salads are great but the people there are the rudest ever. Each time I go I order one plate — a large chicken plate with rice only. Each time I have ordered that — I stand and wait patiently for my order while the next one to two customers BEHIND me in line are taken care of and given their food while I am made to wait for them. I have been there longer, waited my turn and yet the people behind me are served. Why? Because they say «Hi buddy, how’s everything?» and act like they are best friends. I order and pay without «schmoozing» the very busy cashier. I just do not understand in a civilized society how people can cut in front of you and the staff thinks its fine and the guests think it’s fine. It’s so rude. Today I told the man who cut in front of me that it was extremely rude and he just looked at me and said nothing. As if no one had ever told him that you wait your turn in line. This man after saying nothing — like «sorry, I didn’t see you there!» then followed me around the farmer’s market screaming «oh, I’m rude, you better call the police!!» This was an old man not a 12 year old. Give me a break.
I thought I lived in a civilized society but not when it comes to Hawaiian Chicken. Be warned and if someone cuts in front of you in line, TELL THE STAFF IT’S RUDE! Just because someone comes up and glad-​hands you does not mean that it’s okay to serve them and ignore those ahead of them in line and by the way, do I have to even tell people THERE IS A LINE — WAIT YOUR TURN! Don’t they teach that in Nursery School???

Long ass line for the hawaiian chicken! If it’s a hot day, you’ll definitely get a tan while standing in line. Cheap flowers, farm fresh eggs, and strawberries. If you work around the area, definitely hit this up if you haven’t already done so. The only hassle is the parking.

It’s nice to have the farmers market out here every Thursday. I’ve been neglecting the farmers market for awhile but I’ve had cravings for the Southern BBQ joint and the Hawaiian chicken place lately. So back I go.
Forking $ 10 over for a half filled box of Hawaiian chicken is insane but seriously their chicken is like crack. And the Mac salad isn’t too shabby either. And for some odd reason, I’m addicted to their salad and their salad dressing…
The southern BBQ tent has some freakin delicious meats going on. The food is sliced to order and they’re super friendly and casual. I’m always seeing how stressed out and sweaty those Hawaiian BBQ workers look so it’s actually a nice change. They also have this amazing spicy bbq sauce that’s a slow good burn. A great value and its one of the best bbq joints I’ve had. I usually come late after the lunch rush to see what’s left. Brisket is super tender and flavorful.
If I’m not too hungry, I usually make my rounds around the hummus tents (s), the fruit stands, and whichever food stands are giving out samples and call it lunch. YOU’RE GETTING YOUR FRUITS AND VEGGIES SO WHAT?! Haha.

I come here ever so often when I get tired of mall food and home food. They’re a fairly small farmers market but I love coming here when I need some veggies and fruits that won’t cost as much as just buying pre made food *ahem*Gelson’s *ahem*.
They also have a pretty good selections of farmer’s market food such as their chicken but there’s always a long line for that stand :(
I also wish they had more organically grown veggies and fruits.
But other than that, it’s a nice little farmers market to walk around at during your lunch break :)

Thursday, 11 a.m. — 3 p.m.
The Century City farmer’s market is a Thursday hotspot for food and produce in West LA.
A popular spot for business professionals who work in the massive law and entertainment buildings surrounding this area, everyone relaxes and enjoy their lunch on the CAA lawn or benches.
I’ve seen long lines for the BBQ chicken place (you can smell this deliciousness from miles away!), there are also make your own fish tacos, Greek, and plenty other food vendors. It definitely give the Century City mall food court a run for its business.
There are tons of produce vendors too. I like to stop by to grab some fresh kale, spinach, peaches and nectarines. There are also vendors who sell eggs, strawberries, dried fruit, juices, cookies and more.
I work nearby, so I usually walk to the farmer’s market. The only downside is the availability of parking. I don’t know think there is an available parking lot, except for the Westfield Century City mall parking structures around. It’s just a pain to find parking in the area.

The farmers market is close to my work and it’s very popular for lunch on Thursdays. There’s a nice variety of vendors, including flowers, fruit, baked goods, and food stands.
The most popular food choice was the Hawaiian chicken stand. My overall impression was that it was overpriced and overrated (like most of the Unilocalers have already mentioned). The chicken is good, nothing like I’ve had in Hawaii though. The macaroni salad was gross and had too much mayo. If you order a mix plate, there’s an extra $ 1 charge… you should just get the salad. The only downfall would be your hair and clothes smelling like bbq chicken, unless you are into that ;)
I’m interested in trying the «wasted» cupcakes from one of the baked goods stands next time! =D

GREAT WAY TO SPEND MY THURSDAY LUNCH BREAKS, they’re open 11am-​3pm
this is probably BY FAR the best farmer’s market i’ve visited so far! & i’m so lucky they are within walking distance from my workplace!
this thing has the most variety and selection of any i’ve been to
1) numerous PRODUCE stands with everything from fruit, veggies, to herbs, nuts, & dried fruit
2) BAKED GOODS: they used to have kiss my bundt but now i always see charmed scones & blue cupcake! there’s even a baked bread stand!
3) GREAT LUNCH OPTIONS: delicious empanadas, bbq (if you’re willing to wait in that long line), greek food, soups, etc.
4) FLOWERS to buy for your special occasion
5) HUMMUS Mmm… and they give you so many samples

I look forward to work on Thursdays for the farmers market~ here are some of the booths:
Hawaiian chicken
Sushi dokoro ki ra la
Mediterranean
Peruvian
Tamales
Tacos
Arugula Gourmet paninis
Damn That’s Good (Organic wraps, salads, sandwiches)
Soup
Empanadas
Chinese
Fruit
Flowers
Park at the Westfield mall for 3 hours free and walk over the bridge.