I’m a fan because of all the places who sell Fuji apples(which, someone please correct me if I’m wrong but these are LOCAL apples) were cheaper than the other stands selling the same Fuji apples! They were huge and delicious. I don’t know why there’s such a difference in price from one stand to another but if you’ve got the same stuff, pricing really ought to be the same. In any event, this spot had a great display and loved the pepper garlands hanging around too.
Samantha A.
Place rating: 4 Saint Louis, MO
Choice Produce and Pepper frequently offers fruit samples in the market. This is exactly how they hook you(and they’ve hooked me mannnnny times!). I’ve now purchased fruit from them on numerous occasions, including pears, white peaches, yellow peaches, and white nectarines. They are sink-your-teeth-into-goodness. Really delicious and super fresh. I’d say my favorite is the white nectarine. In terms of service, I love the people who work there. They’re friendly and fun… and typically make jokes as they hand out samples. What I really like is they will advise you which fruit is best the day you come, which makes picking out a fruit a lot easier. I think it also reflects the fact that they want you to be happy and they’re not just there to make a quick buck. Like others have said, the downside is they are pretty expensive($ 3.99 a pound). Despite the price, this is some of the best fruit I’ve ever tasted so I find it worth it.
Whitney T.
Place rating: 4 Diamond Bar, CA
Saw these guys from a tour I got. We got to sample the Taylor’s Gold Pear and the Pluot(hybrid of plum and apricot). They were both very delicious: sweet and juicy! My friends and I were definitely going back after the tour was over. Only thing we found as a problem is the price. We weren’t too concerned, but we should have because it was pricey! $ 5 for two fruits! Overall, Pro: sweet delicious fruits, really friendly and down-to-earth employees, thy even pic the fruit for you which is great cause I would not know how to pick some of the wacky stuff they have(I explained how I really like firm nectarines, and he was honest in saying they don’t really have any instead of just selling me one to make a sale). Con: really pricey. I was willing because of the fact they workers were so nice and they were just a great group and a local business(I love supporting small businesses!)
Nat W.
Place rating: 5 Kapolei, HI
The guys work here are super friendly and fun! They have nice fresh produce. They have nice pepper ornaments hanging from the ceiling and they are absolutely beautiful and unique! I would definitely have bought one if I wasn’t traveling.
Joyce B.
Place rating: 5 Las Vegas, NV
Super fresh produce. Excellent customer service!
Tracy L.
Place rating: 5 San Ramon, CA
I purchased two pepper decorations from them and loved the service and the product. They packaged it nicely so that it was easy to transport home(we were visiting from out-of-state).
Dung N.
Place rating: 5 San Diego, CA
One of the workers was giving out slices of their pears, so I tried a piece. All the workers are very friendly and funny. It was the juiciest and sweetest pears I’ve ever had. He gave me another slice, but this time he was feeding it to me lol. I tried some of the other fruit stands, but this is the best one at Pike Place. It’s expensive, but worth it. I love pears and would love it as a gift! ;)
Phillip P.
Place rating: 4 Los Angeles, CA
A quick and easy produce grab, with fresh quality produce. The young lady that help me was quite a character, pretty much brighten up my day while the rain came down.
Agnes V.
Place rating: 1 Los Angeles, CA
Same story, I bought the peppers for decoration for my kitchen, I did everything the instructions said and the peppers became moldy and rotten, so disgusting so i had to throw them away, they were also falling, I was excited but I realized this was 20 bucks down the trash can.
Liam R.
Place rating: 5 Oakland, CA
Best fruit stand at the market! These guys are the absolute, illiest, friendliest fruit dealers out there.
Kathy C.
Place rating: 5 Seattle, WA
I love Choice Produce. They are the best fruit stand in Pike Place Market. They always carry the best quality fruits and vegestables and always treat you super nicely. Guys are energetic, fun, friendly and even entertaining. Their fruits are so good and ripe all the time, I can’t help but only buy from them everytime I visit Public market. Pepper wreaths are just so beautiful by itself! So perfectly arranged and colorful. They are perfect for a gift! My mom loves it! Very impressed with their great products with good price and their friendly service.
Stella R.
Place rating: 5 Seattle, WA
We are huge fans of Choice Produce and Pepper. We always buy our produce form them. They are super friendly and really nice and playful with our children. This makes shopping in the market far more enjoyable for the whole family. I always get great produce and tips for what is particularly tasty that day. About the pepper complaints. We bought one of the pepper wreaths for my in-laws and for some reason it had gone a little bad by the time it got to San Diego. You can’t always control what goes on with fresh and dried produce. We told them about it and they sent a new one to our happy in-laws, free of charge.
Danielle S.
Place rating: 4 Houston, TX
I bought some kumquats and Rainier cherries here while at Pike Place market. The produce was fresh, the prices were fair, and I think it’s a rule that everyone running a booth at Pike Place has to be incredibly entertaining. The pierced and tattooed girl who helped me was both funny and quick in getting my produce weighed and packaged. With so many sellers, I wouldn’t necessarily go out of my way to seek these folks out, but you won’t be striking out if you select them, either. And I’m still dreaming about those yummy Rainier cherries!
Annette G.
Place rating: 1 Orlando, FL
When I was visiting Seattle and in Pike’s Place, this shop caught my eye because everyone I know loves hot peppers. They make a wreathes and other unique hangings of different types of peppers. You can let it dry out or eat as you go. Because I was traveling, I picked up a card so I could order from home(in FLA). I ordered through the website, and about a month later I had to call to inquire about my order. The payment had gone through, but no goods sent. To date, I still haven’t gotten my order. If you’re in Seattle stop in. If not, you’re outta luck.