A Local’s Guide to Atlanta’s Best Farmers Markets, Butchers, & Mini Markets
From intimate mini-markets to neighborhood farmer gems & specialty butchers, here’s where to discover ATL’s most vibrant spots for fresh food, local goods, & community vibes.
🧺 My Go-To Picks
• Grant Park Farmers Market – A Sunday staple with chef demos, & high-quality local produce.
Pro tip: Bring your knives, there’s a sharpening station on site called Sweet Hone Atlanta. You’ll thank me later.
• Frazie’s Meat & Market – Cozy neighborhood gem with grab-&-go goods & plenty of local charm.
Pro tip: Don’t sleep on the Sunday hangover sando. I also swear by their seafood — shrimp + tuna steaks are my usual grab; & they’ve got solid specialty cuts like guanciale for us true pasta lovers.
• Evergreen Butcher & Baker – The hype is real. Artisan bread, fresh meats, & serious community love. I also enjoy going during the Holidays, feels magical with the decorations.
Pro tip: Hit up Cheeseburger Sundays, but go early before they sell out.
• Candler Park Market – Great wine selection, killer sandwiches, & perfect for those midweek restocks. Really saved me for pantry staples during the pandemic. ILY!
🌿 Metro & OTP Markets
Atlanta State Farmers Market (Forest Park) – One of the largest outdoor markets in the U.S. for wholesale & retail produce, meats, & garden supplies. Note: Lately, it’s been a little scarce — could be due to shifts in the political & global supply climate.
🥬 Neighborhood Markets & Butcher Shops
Mini Markets & Butchers
Pine Street Market – Avondale Estates butcher known for house-made sausages & specialty cuts.
The Spotted Trotter – Charcuterie lovers, this is your spot.
Pure Quill Superette (formerly The Chop Shop) – Refined meats & ready-to-cook local proteins & produce.
Kinship Butcher – Virginia-Highland’s boutique butcher for curated meats & pantry items.
Westview Corner Grocery – Community-driven & stocked with both essentials & hidden gems.
Grant Park Market – Compact, but solid for local produce, snacks, oh & quick market runs.
Ollie’s – A charming neighborhood grocer in Grant Park with curated pantry goods, wine, & cozy café energy.
Mikkelson’s Market – Stocked shelves with pantry goodies & quirky goods.
🗓️ Weekly Farmers’ Markets in Atlanta
Intown Atlanta
Emory Farmers Market – Tuesday, Emory campus
Ponce City Farmers Market – Tuesday, The Shed at PCM
Westside Farmers Market – Wednesday, Fickett Elementary (SW Atlanta)
Decatur Farmers Market – Wednesday, First Baptist Church
East Atlanta Village Farmers Market – Thursday, Stokeswood Ave SE
Virginia-Highland Farmers Market – Thursday, Briarcliff Rd & N. Highland Ave
Peachtree Center Green Market – Thursday, Peachtree Center Plaza
Freedom Farmers Market – Saturday, Carter Center
Oakhurst Farmers Market – Saturday, Oakhurst neighborhood
Piedmont Park Green Market – Saturday, behind Park Tavern
Peachtree Road Farmers Market – Saturday, Cathedral of St. Philip
Avondale Estates Farmers Market – Sunday, Avondale Town Green
Grant Park Farmers Market – Sunday, near The Beacon
OTP / Metro Atlanta
Chamblee Farmers Market – Saturday, Chamblee (S.P.S. Productions)
Marietta Square Farmers Market – Saturday, Marietta Square
Sandy Springs Farmers Market – Saturday, City Springs
Alpharetta Farmers Market – Saturday, Park Plaza
🛍️ Other Spots to Check Out
Press Shop – Stylish neighborhood wine shop (+hangout) worth a visit for curated bottles & good vibes.
✅ Specialty Picks: Butchers & Mini Markets
Buford Highway Farmers Market – Massive indoor market packed with global produce, fresh seafood, & an impressive butcher section. A foodie paradise.
Your DeKalb Farmers Market – A longtime ATL staple with international flavors, bulk goods, & hard-to-find ingredients. A little chaotic, but always worth it.
🎯 Why Visit?
Because Atlanta’s local market scene is more than just groceries... These spots are rooted in community, creativity, & culture. Whether you’re picking up grass-fed steaks, sipping on local wine, or stocking up on spicy greens & sweet Georgia peaches, these markets connect you to the city in the most delicious way.
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