Logan Square Farmers Market

First time I have been to the Logan Square Indoor Farmers Market was two weeks ago. Sunny and warm day for December in Chicago. More vendors than I anticipated and all friendly/​helpful. I went back today and there much fewer vendors, but all still friendly/​helpful.
Last week I talked with the City Farm Chicago vendor and got a bucket for food scraps, which I bring back once it is full and they use it for composting! It cost me $ 6 each time I get a new bucket. For me it’s worth it because food waste has been an issue worldwide which has bothered me. So this is one way for me to help reduce food waste going into landfills!
This week I bought a spinach quiche for mom and the vendor was helpful with suggestion on freezing it and putting it in the oven (instead of microwave).
Looking forward to going to the market at least twice a week!

Voted best farmers market in the city and rightfully so. This market has more organic vendors than any market I’ve been to in Chicago. Tons of great options from produce to pasture raised eggs to homemade kale burgers. Last time I was there I bought organic cherry tomatoes, eggs, abs some tomatillos. So great!

Love Logan Square Farmer’s Market! They have a great variety of vendors. Ready to eat food/​dishes, as well as tons of fruits, veggies, cheeses, and meats to take home and cook up a good dish. There is also always live music entertainment that you can listen to during your meandering walk through the market. The musicians vary from week to week, so there is a good variety. It is great for all ages and even dog friendly! You can also pick up a beautiful bouquet of fresh flowers. I have never been to the indoor market during the colder months, but plan to try that this winter. If you haven’t made it to this farmers market, I recommend going soon as it will go indoors at the end of October!

Awesome market with a great variety of produce, meats, cheeses and goods. The venders are happy and smiling and the prices are more than reasonable for the organic homegrown options being offered.

I’ve never visited the indoor market during the cold months, but I am a huge fan of the outdoor market.
I only wish they were open earlier (10am to 3pm Sundays) just so we can get an early start on the day AND have breakfast at the Market, yes, even on Sundays we are up early in the Mommyhood.
There is fresh seasonal produce, flowers, herbs, meat, cheeses, jams/​jellies/​honey from local farms. There are food stands – tacos, crepes, zeppole, sno cones, and probably more that I fail to recall. Something really for everyone! We really enjoyed the fresh berries and cherries from our last visit. And the sno cone syrup is on my list for next visit.
This is a great place for all ages – I appreciated the little area where a live band was setting up and they set up a place for kids to draw and pin up their artwork on a clothesline as part of the «art’ section. Lots of strollers so watch your heels. Lots of dogs out with their owners. Catch a sunny breezy day and the LSFM is perfection.

Wow. What fun. Fresh vegetables galore. Freshly baked french rolls. Assorted jams, jellies, salsas, barbecue sauces. Freshly made foods. Artisans all.

Totally charming and perfectly sized famers market. Excellent array of options — my faves were the goats’ milk soaps, Ludwig Farms cheese and the homemade caramel lady with her son. My friend bought tons of veggies and some pepperoni. Wonderful way to spend a few hours on a nice Sunday! Follow it with a delicious brunch at JAM.
Super dog friendly if you live near there and want to bring your pup.

Most relaxed and comfortable farmers market in Chicago. I love coming here on Sunday, even if I’m not buying anything.

We spent a lot of time in LA, and visited some of the best farmers markets out there. Given the hearty 4 seasons that Chicago experiences, Logan Square farmers market is seriously one of the best out there, year round. Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall, all bring a nice bounty appropriate for the season. Huge variety, high quality and quantity, friendly farmers and vendors — you can’t ask for much more. Flowers, fruits and veggies, bakers, distillers, tofu makers, local artisans, gardeners, weekly entertainment, it really is all here. Every week that I am able to make it, I am exceptionally happy and it is a great start to my week. My usuals include: phoenix bean tofu, the mushroom farmer — grab bag $ 10 = awesome, french baguette, homemade foccacia, and a cheese of the mongers selection, among other seasonal selections!

This is a nice option during the winter. There are a lot of unique stands here including dog snacks, confections with hot chocolate, several bakeries, fresh veggie drinks, gumbo, empanadas. Of course we love Gayles’s grilled cheese sandwiches with a gluten free option. My favorite is the Southport made with smoked carmelized onions.
The green veggies are slowly dwindling, however some of the farmers grow inside through the winter. So even now there are greens and spinach. There are always carrots, potatoes, mushrooms, cheese, frozen blueberries. There are lots of samples, so that you can taste many of the goods prior to purchasing. Because it’s more compact than an outdoor market, it’s a little more personable.

This is such a cute farmers market! Cute and small, but dense with interesting vendors. There were vendors selling apples/​apple cider, tofu products, baked goods, gift tags made from bark, jams, and many more items. Many of the vendors also offer samples of their products, so you get a chance to try before you buy!
Nosh (many food stands) is in the back. Try Gayle’s Grilled Cheese (and get the one with the grilled onions, it’s my favorite). There are also other vendors selling bao, empanadas, tamales, soup, etc. Plenty of seating in the back as well!

I FINALLY got around to coming to the Logan Square Farmers Market regularly last month (took me damn well long enough) and I am in love.
A) It is a five minute walk from my apartment
B) If you get there a bit earlier (say by 10ish) it isn’t crazy crowded
C) All the vendors are so friendly and helpful
D) A lot of the vendors accept credit cards (which is great for me since I don’t ever carry a lot of cash on me)
E) Great variety of organic and local vendors
I’ve been picking up primarily produce (there is a plethora of fresh, tasty, local fruits, veggies, meats, cheeses, etc), but will definitely be coming by closer to lunch one day to grab some eats (I always see people wandering around with really great looking tacos).
And I believe the farmers market head’s to an indoor location once it gets too cold out. A year-​round Farmers Market is soooo good in my book.
If you are in the area check it out — you won’t be disappointed!

3.5 Stars
Farmer Markets in general will always get at least 3 stars from me because whats not to like about people selling healthy fresh produce? Only reason I don’t rate this one higher is because compared to the other ones I go to Im just not really feeling the atmosphere. Not to say it’s disogranized, but I guess I just like the surroundings and ambience of other Farmer Markets better (Daley Plaza, Green City, Division Street). Everyone is really friendly, produce and fruit (love the peaches) are fresh… I don’t know something about the vibe is off. I was about to say maybe it’s a little too family friendly for me and all the kids throw me off. LOL… can’t put my finger on it.

Logan Square Market is A-​OK.
It is not that is good or bad I just don’t get into the whole farmers market thing. If it were up to me I would skip grocery shopping all together and get Peapod grocery delivery service. So going to a place where they offer organic foods and all natural items really doesn’t turn me on.
Besides the above, LSM has a lot to offer in terms of all of the things you would be looking for in a farmers market. I feel like this is one of the more popular farmers markets in the Chicago area because of the location. Most things are going to be cash only. They have a total of probably 50 – 75 booths weekly without much deviation. There is also artwork and performing arts at times.

What an awesome Farmers Market!
There were tons and tons of vendors, lots of options, and it wasn’t horribly crowded. It’s a great way to spend a Sunday morning/​afternoon!
We ventured around, taking a look at the yummy goodies that each booth has to offer. There was salsa, freshly baked bread, veggies, and every single potted flower that you could think of.

Don’t miss the Logan Square Farmers market– the best in the city, and right in the heart of Logan Square. It’s a scene all right!

To gain entry into the Logan Square Farmers Market, you must possess at least one of the following:
A stroller (bonus points if your toddler is clad in baby Toms)
A dog (bonus points if it’s a mutt and/​or rescue and/​or has only three legs)
Several visible tattoos
«Handcrafted cocktail» moustache
At least one item of vintage clothing
Circa-’68 Jagger haircut hiding under a knit hat
Statement sneakers
In all seriousness, none of these are a prerequisite, but you will for sure see all of the above, and in many cases, by a single individual.
So the Logan Square Farmers Market has grown and prospered much over the last few years, and since I go just about every week in the season, an update (and addition of a star) is very much warranted. I actually live so close to this Market, that it’s practically on my front lawn. I couldn’t avoid it even if I wanted to, so I’ve learned to embrace it (not that I have much of a choice).
They’ve added a lot more vendors over the years, like Katherine-​Anne Confections, Spencer Jolly Posh Foods, Rare Bird Preserves, and Koval Distillery. Food options aplenty: Zullo’s, which sells zeppole (donut holes), Cherub’s (great tacos), bangers at Spencer’s, crepes at Cook Au Vin, Puffs of Doom (artisanal cream puffs) and several stands that sell baked goods.
Obviously there’s a ton of produce stands selling fruits, vegetables and herbs (my favorite is the one that sells any and all varieties of mushrooms), as well as flowers. Prices are generally the same from vendor to vendor, but it’s worth it to scour the market before purchasing to make sure you’re getting the best deal.
There are also tents for community organizations and local businesses like IGO Car Sharing, and Alive Rescue, an animal rescue group.
Cash is king at the Market, but if you stop by the Logan Square Chamber of Commerce tent, you can pay by credit card and get vouchers to use at the various booths. There’s almost always live music playing at the Market (sadly it usually involves banjos). Leftover and excess food is donated to a local food pantry.
There’s a lot of good things happening at the Logan Square Farmers Market. I do wish they were open earlier than 10 am, but I guess lazy hipsters like to sleep in on Sunday mornings.

My main goal going to the Logan Square Farmers Market was buying some asparagus. I love it and it’s nearing the end of its season. I had to get me some! I bought some at the first stand I saw for $ 4. Then I saw some at another stand for $ 3. And then!!! $ 2!!! What a rough life I lead. Lesson learned… check all stands before committing! I’m horrible with commitment and see what happens when I finally man up and bite the bullet, totally screwed! Just kidddding. :D
Many thanks to the homie Matt R. for reminding me about this Sunday market. I went to the market this past Sunday and I must say this ain’t your ‘burbs farmer market. There are so many booths — a wide variety of fruits, veggies, baked goods, jams, meats, cheeses + music!!! — just about everything you could ask for. There are also so many people — hipsters, families, friends, couples, a bit of everything. And! When it’s 90 degrees out it can be a bit brutal with the people everywhere. I’ve never been to such a busy farmer’s market in my life.
I absolutely see myself coming back but I’m going to wait for a day that isn’t so blistering hot so I can do more than a quick run through.

I liked this little farmers market.
They have lots of everything… cheese, bread, meat, veggies, fruit, jams, sauces, flowers, and food in general.
So, yes the farmers market is expensive… but this is every farmers market in the city.
I got some fresh rhubarb, kale, cucumbers, cheese, unicorn tears hot sauce!
I love the little snocone stand! I tried out the rose rhubarb one. Delicious.
I also had some tacos, which were extremely flavorful and super cheap! $ 2 – 3!!!
Overall, this farmers market is perfect. Its not huge, but it has everything that is expected at a market.

This is a five star, kick ass farmers market. I don’t see why this deserves anything less than 5. At least for me. This is as good as the Evanston farmer’s market, but with a very specific different focus.
Evanston is basically all varieties of plants and flowers, logan square is basically all varieties of vegetables and restaurants from the area.
Notably, chicago diner had these bahn mi wraps (which are *awesome*) 2 for $ 5, as well as some awesome taco stand which had equally amazing Horchata. Did I mention the tomatoes the size of a grapefruit? Yeah, this has to be seen to be believed.
Location is a little difficult for parking (plus to Evanston), but variety is good. It’s also notably smaller, but there’s plenty of open grass areas to sit and relax (minus to evanston, you only have tables near the entrance).
I’ll be coming back here every weekend, and I love that the crowd is logan square crowd (different age group) vs Evanston market crowd. Not everywhere accepts credit cards, but many do. All I can say is, go forth and check it out! This includes many of the vendors seen in Evanston, and seen at the Glenwood market (the folks with the mushrooms and the tomato sauce folks).