Charlotte/ Retail & Industry
Published on April 28, 2020
Check out 3 top inexpensive farmers markets in CharlotteCharlotte Regional Farmers Market | Photo: Jenn K./Yelp

Looking to try the top farmers markets around?

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable farmers markets in Charlotte, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to meet your needs.

1. Charlotte Regional Farmers Market

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Topping the list is Charlotte Regional Farmers Market. Located at 1801 Yorkmont Road in Eagle Lake, the farmers market is the highest-rated affordable farmers market in Charlotte, boasting four stars out of 147 reviews on Yelp. The market features a variety of produce and other products, ranging from flowers and greens to cinnamon rolls. 

If you're looking for more information, we found these details about Charlotte Regional Farmers Market on Yelp.

"The Charlotte Farmers Market is one of four regional farmers markets owned by the State of North Carolina and operated by the North Carolina Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services," the business notes in the history section of its Yelp profile. 

Concerning signature items, "If you are looking for a friendly place to shop for fresh produce, fresh pork products, grass-fed beef, goat milk cheese, scrumptious baked goods, delectable jams and jellies, unique handmade crafts, goat milk soap, beautiful fresh cut flowers and plants of every kind, you can find it all at the Charlotte Regional Farmers Market," the business notes on Yelp in the section about specialties. 

2. Kings Drive Farmers Market

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Next up is Cherry's Kings Drive Farmers Market, situated at 938 S. Kings Drive. With four stars out of 51 reviews on Yelp, the farmers market has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for an affordable option. Stop by for fresh peppers, strawberries, pumpkins and more.

Yelper Aquilla L. wrote, "Kings Drive also appears to be a flower haven. They have beautiful assortments of affordable flower arrangements. You could decorate your house for visitors with the freshest and most beautiful of the season's flowers for less than $20 bucks."

Yelper Bob J. noted, "Wow! This place is awesome! I stopped in on a road trip and had a cool experience. The pumpkin patch has so many different pumpkins for quite reasonable prices. They also had lots of spooky Halloween decorations. They had tons of fresh produce in the farmers market section."

3. Mecklenburg County Market

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Dilworth's Mecklenburg County Market, located at 1515 Harding Place, is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the affordable farmers market 4.5 stars out of 13 reviews. Try the jams, watermelons, lemons and other produce.

Yelper Pam M. wrote, "I found a nice selection of fresh fruits and vegetables, bakery and some chilled selections like soups, eggs, butters and milk. Any time I travel to Charlotte, I'll be sure to stop at this market! "

Scott Z. noted, "This place is great! It's like going to a country farmers market back in time. All the produce is labeled where it was grown. They also carry locally-made dishes, soups and other locally-made items. Very friendly staff and family-owned. "

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