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The Original Farmers Market

6333 West 3rd Street, Los Angeles, CA 90036-3109 (Central L.A)
323-933-9211
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Ranked #44 of 4,388 restaurants in Los Angeles
Price range: CAD10 - CAD21
Cuisines: Eclectic, International
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Good for: Child-friendly, Groups, Local cuisine, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Takeout, Dessert
Neighbourhood: Central L.A
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Los Angeles, California
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206 reviews 206 reviews
118 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 74 cities Reviews in 74 cities
315 helpful votes 315 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

Out of four drinks, one was tasty, the other three non-descriptive. Music was blasting and, while it likely appealed to 20-something crowd, it was too loud and disruptive to have a conversation with friends. Table was sticky which was probably the worst part of the experience. Needless to say, I would neither return, nor recommend.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

What a great place to be among the people of Southern California. Fun choices for a casual meal in an historic setting that maintains a sense of mid-20th century life in LA. A refuge from the traffic and impersonal world outside. Very special.

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Antigua, Guatemala
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37 reviews 37 reviews
9 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 NEW

a lot of fresh produce. There are a few butcher that are more than happy to help you decide what to get, how to cook it etc. The small restaurant/food counters are great if you are really hungry! We ate at the gumbo place (just ask anyone) and the portions where monster and the quality good value. I hear the... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

So much food to choose from - you have no idea what to do! I couldve walked all day and eaten everything in this amazing old school establishment

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Los Angeles, California
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6 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

The farmers market is not only a good place to buy groceries but also to have a coffee, have lunch, dinner, meet your friends and enjoy a good day in LA. Good to start the day; good to end the day.

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Los Angeles, California
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

Fun place to walk around and see many types of food. Great for everyone, they can eat what they want from where they want, of the many food stalls. Many gluten-free options (try the Brazilian place).

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See 4 more reviews by Robin S for Los Angeles
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8 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

A great place to sample foods from around the world. Keep your eyes open, you never can tell who you may see... or fail to recognize. Early in the mroning (nearly every morning) there is a table in the back that hosts a regular group of older retired (and some active) actors and writers. Fun to sit and watch them... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013 via mobile

It reminded me so much of Reading Terminal in Philadelphia with the exception of it being outside. I had a grat time looking at the shops and was more impressed with the different food stops. There was a french bakery with lemon bars that melted in your mouth. I wanted to try Little Spain for the tapas and the sangria...an... More

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Los Angeles
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2013

If you don't have better things to do, it can be fun to brave the tourists and see the Farmer's Market. It does have cool 40's architecture and some very good food stalls and fun shops (check out the political buttons and the mexican restaurant Loteria). I've never made it a habit to shop for food there because it's so... More

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See 4 more reviews by Travel_Dude1 for Los Angeles
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

We had lunch at the market, I confess I expected more of the food, was not that great at all, but the mall right next to it is really beautiful. Very well decorated outdoor area, high end stores, perfect scenario in a beautiful sunny day.

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