The Setting: Large indoor farmer’s market with cafeteria. In addition to produce, some of the goods offered are meats, game, seafood, deli, cheeses, bakery goods, pasteries, jams, honey, tea, coffee, chocolate and an ever-changing assortment of specialty food items.
Staff: Varied, inconsistent service
The Food: Great spice assortment, meats, deli, dairy and other specialty food items. The produce can be hit or miss… usually a miss on the weekends when the crowds leave battered leftovers in the huge bins. Then there’s the baked goods… the baked goods have left me puzzled and disgusted. Previously, I’ve found the bakery items and breads to be inconsistent, bland and occasionally bordering on stale. How is it that a place with such super speedy turnover could have baked goods that border on stale? On my most recent visit, desperation and hunger forced me to take another stab at the bakery section. And, I’m glad that I did. I purchased a bag of kaiser rolls and a small package of rugelach. Ready to settle for edible, I was pleasantly surprised when both purchases were downright delicious. The kaiser rolls were rich, full of flavor and impeccably fresh. And, blueberry rugelach was perfection. Topped with a blend of ground pistachio and walnut, the blueberry filling gently oozed out the sides to leave caramelized bits of blueberry and walnut chunks clinging to the side of each yummy little pastry.
Pros: Huge assortment of everyday groceries and specialty food items
Cons: Sketchy service, battered produce, and huge crowds… Also, your favorite items might disappear and never be stocked again… and those huge crowds frequently show up earlier than you, buying up all your favorite things
The (SURPRISE) Stars of the Day: Kaiser rolls and blueberry rugelach… YUM!
The Verdict: While it can be a bit frustrating to hazard the crowds, your efforts are always rewarded. And, the hits far outweigh the misses!
Your Dekalb Farmer’s Market
3000 E. Ponce De Leon Ave.
Decatur, GA 30030
404 377 6400
Hours: 9am-9pm EVERYDAY (except Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day)
