By Carolina Kramer
Saturday mornings at Sunset Triangle Plaza have a rhythm that Silver Lake locals know well — coffee in hand, reusable bag over the shoulder, maybe a stop at the tamale vendor before making the rounds. The Silver Lake farmers market has anchored that ritual since 2001, running twice a week at 1500 Griffith Park Blvd just east of Sunset Junction: Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and Tuesdays from 1:30 to 7 p.m. It is a certified farmers market, meaning the produce comes directly from the growers. If you are new to it, here is everything worth knowing before your first visit.
Key Takeaways
- Year-round certified farmers market at Sunset Triangle Plaza — Saturdays 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Tuesdays 1:30 to 7 p.m.
- Saturday draws the fullest vendor lineup; Tuesday is less crowded and easier to park
- Produce, prepared foods, and an arts and crafts section with vintage clothing, vinyl, and handmade goods
- Street parking on surrounding blocks, but many side streets are permit-only — check signs before leaving your car
What the Market Carries
The Silver Lake farmers market is compact but well-stocked. The produce section is the anchor: seasonal fruits and vegetables, citrus in the cooler months, stone fruit and berries through summer. A handful of vendors carry certified organic produce. You will also find specialty items — raw honey, microgreens, and gourmet mushrooms from Fungi Valley, a Los Feliz-based grower that also appears at the Echo Park market.
Produce and Grocery Highlights
- Seasonal fruits and vegetables from multiple farmers, including certified organic options
- Gourmet mushrooms from Fungi Valley, based in Los Feliz
- Farm-fresh eggs and goat cheese
- Citrus vendors with strong selections in fall and winter
- Raw honey, dried fruits, and house-made condiments including kimchi, hummus, and guacamole
- Fresh-baked bread from local vendors
The prepared food options are a real draw alongside the produce. Tamales and pupusas are consistent crowd favorites, and 2nd Place Pies — a small-batch pie vendor that regulars recommend — is worth finding on your first visit. There are also Korean and Mediterranean prepared food vendors that make it easy to stock the fridge while you shop.
Saturday vs. Tuesday: Which Day Should You Go?
The Saturday market is the busier and fuller of the two. More farmers and vendors set up, the energy is higher, and it draws shoppers from across the Eastside — Silver Lake, Echo Park, Los Feliz, and Atwater Village. If you want the widest selection and the most active atmosphere, Saturday is the one to plan around.
How the Two Market Days Compare
- Saturday: 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. — more vendors, more foot traffic, best produce selection, worth arriving early
- Tuesday: 1:30 to 7 p.m. — smaller and more relaxed, easier to navigate and park, good midweek option for regulars
- Both days run on Griffith Park Blvd at Sunset Triangle Plaza
- Saturday has a higher concentration of certified farmers; Tuesday draws a loyal prepared-food crowd
If you are new to the market, start on a Saturday morning and arrive early — popular produce vendors tend to sell out before midmorning.
Beyond Produce: The Arts and Crafts Section
One part of the Silver Lake farmers market that surprises first-time visitors is the arts and crafts section. A corner of the market is given over to vendors selling vintage clothing, handmade jewelry, used books, vinyl records, and what regulars loosely call "hippie goods" — crystals, dried sage, and botanical items. Some of the goods here are hyper-local: home-grown herbs and backyard produce that never touch a retail shelf.
What to Expect From the Non-Produce Vendors
- Vintage clothing and accessories at prices that reflect Silver Lake's retail market
- Handmade and artisan jewelry
- Used books and vinyl records
- Crystals, dried sage, and dried botanicals
- Fresh-cut flowers and potted plants, including succulents
The arts and crafts section is consistent but not overwhelming. It takes up a portion of the market without dominating it, and it is part of what makes the Silver Lake farmers market feel different from a straightforward produce market.
Practical Tips for Visiting
Sunset Triangle Plaza is a pedestrian plaza — the stretch of Griffith Park Blvd between Edgecliffe and Sunset is closed to cars, which is where the market sets up. Parking comes from the surrounding streets and requires some patience on Saturday mornings. Street parking is free in some spots, but many of the residential side streets are permit-only — read posted signs before leaving your car.
Before You Go
- Dogs are not allowed inside the market; leash posts are available just outside
- Bring cash — not every vendor accepts cards
- The plaza is accessible by bike via the Griffith Park Boulevard and Sunset Boulevard bike lanes
- Metered spots on Sunset and Griffith Park Blvd are the safest parking bet near the plaza
- Saturday is the busiest day — arrive early for the best selection before vendors sell out
The Silver Lake farmers market added its Tuesday session in April 2010, responding to demand from regular shoppers who wanted a second market day. In the years since, both sessions have held steady as fixtures of the neighborhood.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Silver Lake Farmers Market Worth Adding to Your Weekly Routine?
For buyers looking at Silver Lake, the farmers market is the kind of walkable neighborhood asset that is hard to replicate elsewhere in Los Angeles. Sunset Triangle Plaza sits within easy reach of the Sunset Junction corridor, independent coffee shops, and restaurants along Sunset Boulevard.
Where Is the Silver Lake Farmers Market and What Are the Hours?
The market is at Sunset Triangle Plaza, 1500 Griffith Park Blvd, at the intersection of Sunset Boulevard and Edgecliffe Drive in Silver Lake — just east of Sunset Junction. It runs every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and every Tuesday from 1:30 to 7 p.m., year-round without seasonal breaks.
What Is the Difference Between the Saturday and Tuesday Markets?
Saturday has more vendors and higher foot traffic, making it the better choice for a full produce selection and the full market experience. Tuesday is smaller and runs into the evening, which works well for a midweek routine or anyone who cannot make a weekend morning. Both days are at the same Sunset Triangle Plaza location.
Contact Carolina Kramer Today
If you are considering Silver Lake real estate and want to understand what life in this neighborhood looks like day to day, I can help. From the farmers market at Sunset Triangle to the Silver Lake Reservoir and the stretch of Sunset Boulevard between Echo Park and Los Feliz, this is a neighborhood with a genuine sense of place — and finding the right home here takes local knowledge.
Reach out to me, Carolina Kramer, to start the conversation.
Reach out to me, Carolina Kramer, to start the conversation.
