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Little Italy Mercato

San Diego, United States

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Little Italy Mercato

A farmers market on several blocks of Little Italy in San Diego, held on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Produce, flowers, cheese and artisan goods line the street, with food trucks and prepared food stalls.

Highlights

  • Flower and plant stalls
  • Onigiri and empanadas
  • Fresh fruit and berries

Good to know

  • Wednesday mornings are less crowded
  • Parking is hard, take the trolley
  • Samples offered at many stalls

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