Ardmore Farmers Market

Very pricey… watch out for the amish farm stand, they sell nearly out of date dairy items (I bought a gallon milk tonight that expires tomorrow). Yes, of course, buyer beware… or maybe seller have enough respect for your customers to not even try to get one over on them. Bakery has some good items, but they are expensive and rude! Di Bruno Bros is worth every cent! The main reason I go to this Farmer’s Market — otherwise just go to TJs or Whole Foods.

On of the things that I really look forward to when I visit my sister in Philly! It is a gem! This year I went with my pregnant wife and 9 y/​o nephew.
The variety really makes it a one-​stop-​shop!
Here is all that we enjoyed.
A pumpkin-​raisin muffin from the bakery.
Lemongrass chicken breast from the Asian store.
Wife and nephew had noddles and dumpling skewer.
I had a Mexican Mocha from Saxby’s, selfish and not too sweet!
We picked up gourmet cupcakes for a birthday party.
They also have a:
Seafood stand
Butcher
Deli
Pizza
Produce
Bread stand (not part of the Bakery I mentioned earlier)
Tea
Pasta store
Gourmet Cheese
But I leave the best for last — Amish Pretzels and Piggies in a Blanket.
I wouldn’t call it a «Farmers Market», but a well rounded variety of what you need. If you are looking to round out you shopping list, Trader Joe’s is next door! Don’t let the name detract you from this gem!

First of all it’s a limited market. I call it DiBrunos and the 7^th dwarves. DiBrunos owns the most geography. They do a good job. Pasta. Prepared food. Olive oils. Lunch meat. Salad. The Amish butcher and poultry stand is excellent. Good bakery as well (actually more than one including a cupcake stand). Seafood stand. Tea. Coffee. It’s a good place to shop, especially since it’s right next door to Trader Joes in case you need something you can’t find there. Is it the Reading Terminal? Not at all but it’s a good place for the things they sell.

Pretty cool. They have a little bit of everything in this indoor market. Di Bruno Brothers is huge, they have produce, coffee bar from Saxby’s, Fresh sushi made while you wait. Amish, sausages, etc. I tried the Di Bruno Bros, I was disappointed by the Mac N Cheese lack of flavor and it was luke warm but the Pigs in a blanket was a good snack, I would come back to this market when I am in Ardmore again in Suburban Square.

I stopped in this past Friday. So very disappointed. They should just call i DiBrunos. I used to love this place before they moved. I know it’s been several years. It’s much smaller. DiBrunos takes up half the space, there is also a produce, bakery, florist, sushi, coffee and tea stand and the Stotzfus butcher and bakery. and some empty space. So if you’re into DiBrunos it’s good, I just wouldn’t call it a farmer’s market.

This place has a little bit of everything. I love the Di Bruno Bros has expanded. They have all the best cheeses and cured meats not to mention some jams and spreads. The meat counters always have an plethora of sausages and bratwursts from the exotic to the mundane. The fish counter is always willing to filet any whole fish you buy right for you. They are also happy to give you packed ice so bring a cooler to keep your fish in peak condition until you get home to cook it.
Be prepared to pay for quality.

If you go to the farmers market you need to check out Sushi Sei! Perfect for on-​the-​go!
Quick & super Delicious

Good quality but pricey items. A variety of ready made food & fresh fruits & vegetables.

Favorite place to visit when in Ardmore to visit family. Fresh. Good smells. You will never leave empty handed.

Little bit of everything. You could make easily make up a picnic/​gift basket for foodie friends, housewarming, or your boss. Bottle of wine, check. Meat, cheese, fancy mustard and fresh bread, check. Some grapes and apples to round it out. Little crowded on the weekend. Large selection of well-​heeled suburbanites.

I give the market a 4 on just the friendly attentive workers and freshness of the product. Variety is limited with space, but great if you are looking for
Jumbo lobster tails
Fresh nice seafood
Fresh poultry

Everything is a bit overpriced, but its fun to look around every now and then. I don’t go out of my way to come here, but when I’m at Suburban Square shopping, I might visit the Farmer’s Market. I love the Asian food at Aziatisch. Never knew the name until recently but their dumplings and chicken pad thai is delicious!

I love this place! There is a stand here for everyone! Desserts, coffee, flowers, gifts, fresh produce, chinese food, amish bakery (you can’t beat the cheesecake), cupcakes, harvest bread co (TRY IT), seafood, japanese food and more I can’t think of. Not to mention di bruno bros which serve sandwiches and other foods ready for consumption and they also have a big cheese selection for anyone who is into that.
The stands can be a little expensive but it’s nice to browse around and grab lunch in. I warn you it gets REALLY crowded on the weekends and the parking is the seventh layer of hell. So come prepared to drive defensively!

Back in the day Ardmore Farmers Market used to be a mini Reading Terminal; providing plenty of Amish grocers, and specialty markets like By George and Downtown Cheese. But most recently it sacrificed variety in favor of offering up more of the same.
While one side of the market is dominated by DiBruno Bros. (which is good for you if you like them, but I have my reasons for otherwise), the other side is largely prevailed by another specialty market. And unless you’re idea of variety is a Saxby’s, you won’t find a whole lot of it in between both spots.
Of course this isn’t to say that you still won’t find some good market buys and specialty items. Just that if you’re looking for more of an eclectic experience you’re better off with a trip to the Terminal or Garces Trading Company.

I love the Ardmore’s farmer market and shop their often. Ardmore Produce (located within the market) makes the most delicious fruit and vegetable smoothies. My favorite is the kale shake which has just enough fruit to make it delicious. Di Bruno Brothers recently moved into the market and is a great addition. I also enjoy the bakery. They have a large selection of biscotti and have delicious scones and cakes.
While they advertise that they are now open on Monday’s, many of the vendors are closed.

I absolutely love this market. The abundance of king crab legs, prosciutto, pizzelles, and espresso made my rainy day a lot brighter. If you are looking for a quick, inexpensive bite, grab a half chicken caesar hoagie at the deli/​prepared foods counter next to the Ultimate Bake Shoppe. It’s delicious, huge, packed with chicken, and only ~$ 7. Saxby’s also has about 18 different flavored syrups, many of which are sugar free. Love it!

My husband and I came here on Saturday and I have to say that the younger white guy who was wearing a bunch of Irish attire and working at Stolzfus Meats was the nicest guy ever! So was the girl who worked at Saxby’s…
Anyway, we come here for local, organically raised, fresh meats. The prices are more than reasonable: three giant split chicken breasts, over a lb. of ground beef, .75 lbs. of meatloaf mix, two steak skewers, and a bunch of pork chops cost $ 35.00.
Some things are expensive, of course, but the people that work here are generally very nice, and that’s worth something, right?
Parking is a bitch, though.

When I’m in Philly I stay in the ‘burbs, and any suburb should be proud to have an indoor farmer’s market like this. Small but inclusive, everything here looks delicious and is well-​presented. Whether you’re looking for fresh flowers, breads or baked goods, raw or cured meats, artisanal cheeses, sweet treats, or local produce they’re sure to have something to take home and enjoy.
The first time I visited I got a cranberry scone from one vendor and a chai latte from another and sat outside in their lovely terraced seating area with some friends to enjoy a Suburban Square morning before hitting the city. Ardmore Farmers Market plus a Trader Joe’s not a stone’s throw away equals grocery heaven in Ardmore.

I will now compare soft pretzels to unnerving situations. The more frightening the situation, the greater the pretzel. You follow? No? I don’t care.
Philly Pretzel Factory — The stupid cab driver took a wrong turn that will take you minutes out of the way. If you don’t get him to turn around soon, you might miss your flight to Hawaii and you bought it with a web special that can’t be refunded or exchanged for a later flight!
Auntie Anne’s — Your girlfriend is late this month.
Bryn Mawr Farmers Market — You’ve just killed a man in self defense, but you’ve been set up. Your family and friends have abandoned you. FBI, Interpol, and the mafia want you dead. Also, the person who set you up is a scary ghost!(and your girlfriend is late this month).
I’m judging based on the standard pretzel and not anything crazy.

My favorite thing about the Ardmore Farmers Market is that it isn’t as crowded or overwhelming as the Reading Terminal Market in Philly. Obviously, it doesn’t compare to the nostalgia of the Viktualienmarket but it’s still pretty cool. A better selection and a lot more hip than the Fairground Farmers Market in Berks, and well worth the drive because there are so many other things to do in this area.
I’m not a meat/​cheese eater but Dee was having a real heyday enjoying all of the samples at the cheese bar and he noticed this farmers market is one of the only places in the nation that sells Jamon-​iberico. I suppose that’s good to know if you’re a meat lover.
The market has just about everything you could want or need from specialty pastas, olive oils, vinegars, produce, pastries, flowers and more. We always couple a visit with our grocery shopping at Trader Joe’s which is in the same parking lot. My only (and very big) complaint is the garbage that appears to come out of this place. Seriously, did I just drive an hour for fresh, organic, locally grown veggies to find them laying on a toxic styrofoam tray and wrapped in plastic? Such a sad inconsistency. So now I’m off to another store to find green beans and squash without sacrificing my principles. I care about this sort of thing, and realize it doesn’t necessarily reflect on the market itself because each vendor is independent. I did talk with the produce dealer and he didn’t realize the harmful chemical process for making styrofaom and how terrible it is for environment. He didn’t commit to any changes (I know price is a big factor here), but I do believe he appreciated my gentle disapproval.