Farm Box LA

Fresh artisan breads and fare delivered to our door weekly. What’s not to love? $ 5 delivery fee, which is fair. Some of the meat products are absurdly expensive, but if you pick items carefully it’s convenient and saves us time.

Since I left, I get unsolicited phone calls from them begging me to come back. They totally ignore all requests to never call again. Then recently, I started getting spam in my Unilocal inbox directly from Farmbox’s own marketing team… now that’s low. These guys are SPAM all around, the value for money is horrendous, and these unethical marketing tactics just make me even more glad I left and will never be back!

I was a Silver Lake Farms CSA member and when it switched to FarmBox LA I was worried that the personal touch and variety of produce wasn’t going to be the same. I worried for nothing. FarmBox LA has done a fantastic job and I absolutely love their quality and service. I eat way healthier and spend way less on food because it keeps me from going out. I recently increased my deliveries from every other week to once a week and I am super excited! They deliver my box on Fridays while I’m at work and it’s there ready and waiting for me on my porch when I get home. It’s a lovely way to end the week.

Totally love my Farm Box LA! We recently moved to Malibu, and getting to my local farmer’s market isn’t so close anymore. I’ve been a member of CSAs, including Farm Fresh to You (not recommended), so I have high expectations for quality of produce.
Farm Box did not disappoint. Their customer service was excellent. Whenever I called to ask a question, I always got a friendly voice on the other side. Delivery was also A+. The driver delivers right to our door.
I get the Complete FarmBox Basic No Meat. It’s enough to feed my family of 3 every week, definitely keeping me on my toes with home cooked meals to make sure we eat everything!
Thank you, Farm Box, for your service, excellent produce + extras, and for delivering to our faraway house!

Delivery is a mess!!! They wont give you a window and they will leave your expensive grocery at the door! If they had any customer service skills this would be a 5 star, but unfortunately, they do not.

Farm Box La has been such a treat! I use them to fill in the gap for my grocery needs between farmers markets always helping me ensure I have fresh produce throughout the week. The fruits and vegetables are always, ripe and of the highest quality making me confident in submitting my order online while I wait for the convenient delivery of my groceries. The website is easy to use always making the experience easy and convenient. Thank you Farm Box LA!!!

I had my first delivery of fresh vegetable and fruits from Farm Box. It was delivered as I expected on a Sunday. All greens were so clean and they were in perfect condition. They were so divine! Fruits were also so sweet and I ate them all on the same day. It is so convenient and so worth ordering from them. I love their Fresh Green Bag and colorful neat brochures. Farm Box LA saved me time. Thank you! I cannot wait to have my second delivery ;-)

I love Farm Box LA!!! I began using Farm Box LA a month ago, when Good Eggs closed in LA.
I have had a wonderful experience with Farm Box LA. The food is Farmer’s market high quality. I have been very impressed by the quality of the produce I have received. And I have been able to get some great artisanal items I used to get through Good Eggs, including majestic garlic’s amazing varieties of hummus, bling bling dumplings, and Pagnol Boulanger’s outstanding rustic breads.
Moreover, for me, the convenience of having everything delivered to your door is key. It allows me to forgo going to the grocery store or farmer’s market, which frees up my time and allows me to avoid the hassle of dealing with overcrowded grocery stores or carrying heavy bags at the Farmer’s market. The delivery to your door is absolutely fantastic/​wonderful!
(I should note: Because I prefer to select my own items, I do not do the pre-​sorted box. Instead, I select items individually. Everything I have selected has proven wonderful! Such amazingly fresh and tasty produce!!)
I cannot say enough good things about Farm Box LA! I love Farm Box LA!!! :)

I only placed one order and I have to admit that perhaps because I’m a seasoned FM shopper; I wasn’t impressed with the selections and or quantities of the items that I received; I think that we can get more for our monies, I paid $ 203.50 for my shipment that included meat, chicken and fish along with a couple of small baggies of dog snacks (this was great because now I go and buy them directly at the FM); I also get another delivery service for about $ 50.00 a week without the meats or dog’s snacks an the quantities are great and quality as well; they also just added eggs, flowers and other special items which I’ll be adding to my order as well since prices and quality are great! The OJ that I got was a tiny quarter while at the FM I can purchase a half a gallon for $ 9.00 same quality and fresher, the eggs (only half a dozen) it’s not enough for a family of 4 I was expecting a dozen and when I contacted them they were nice but they tried to give me the whole organic, cage free speech I know all that I shop at many FM and I know quality when I see. So I have to say that unless I get a discount or a special promotion I will be ordering from then again; since $ 200.00 can really buy me lot of goodies as long as I show up on time to the FM.

So, Farm Box came to my work in Irvine, CA to do a farmers market. I bought their $ 20.00 «grab bag» of fruit and veggies. They selected and packed everything rather than allowing me to do it. When I got home from work that night I discovered that more than half of the pineapple tomatoes they gave me were rotten, as well as a few of the nectarines. The $ 2.00 per stalk of broccoli was definitely NOT worth it for the rubbery broccoli I received from them. While I appreciate and try to support organic farming, what I got for the price essentially half a bag of «mush». I would have fared better going to my local overpriced Sprouts or Whole Foods. At least there you can hand pick your own fruit and veggies, thereby avoiding the rotten mess I ended up with.

We received our first order on a Sunday and everything was lovely. Specifically, the foods requiring refrigeration were cold and none of my produce was spoiled. I have had used Tanaka Farms and FarmFreshToYou in the past and I have always had issues with produce being on the verge of rotting or not being crisp/​fresh. That is why I cancelled those subscriptions. Also, Farmbox LA allows you to customize your boxes, so you really do have a lot of control over what is being sent to you. They have a great selection without feeling overwhelmed.
The salmon was fresh and tasty. The piece was large enough for me, my husband and teenage son to enjoy. The purple carrots and purple potatoes were beautiful. The fruit was sweet and perfect for eating. We tried the savory ketchup with the roasted purple potatoes and it had a really nice flavor. I really love that we can try different things to liven up our dinner table. The zucchini was also in great shape. Honestly, I don’t have a single complaint about the fruit/​veggies.
Wow, the orange juice was the BEST orange juice ever! So sweet. I forgot how good fresh squeezed orange juice tasted. I just love that I can order this. The Dawn Patrol coffee was a perfect treat… The coffee is soooo good and I can’t wait to try to Chai next time. We tried out the organic chicken right away and froze the steak for another night. When we defrosted the steak and tried it later in the week, it was still perfect. Everything has met or exceeded my expectations so far.
I was really surprised on the quantity as well, I felt like everything I ordered combined was a bargain. Sometimes, when I leave Costco with a huge cart of «stuff» and spend $ 100s of dollars in one trip, I get home and have nothing to eat! It’s crazy. At least with FarmBox I can sit and plan out the meals/​snacks for the week much better without all that waste. I really like the idea of the «community» seafood and «community meat» and the weekly clubs (Hummus, Cheese, etc). It’s nice to be surprised and also not get into a rut. I was soooo pleased that I decided to do several re-​occurring orders so that I can avoid the grocery trips and waste. I believe it will help me keep a better handle on my monthly grocery budget as well. Very happy customer!

Finally got my deposit back after 1 month. Up to 3 stars they go. The delivery service is good. I recommend getting the complete bag that includes a bread, orange juice, and usually a jar or bag of whatever is featured that week. I get the Basic Complete and it will last me at least a week.

I’m conflicted in writing this review:
1. The Meat/​Seafood Standard box for $ 169 is not worth the price
BUT
2. The fruits/​veggies/​meat/​seafood are really tasty
You can see the conflict, can’t you?
We decided to order from FarmBox LA because their veggies and fruits come already ripe, so you don’t have to wait a week to use them (big +). We wanted to see what the process would be like, and whether or not it would (a) get us to start eating healthier and (b) be a time/​money saver. We live in Santa Monica down the street from the Farmer’s Market, but sometimes I can’t get up at 6a to get the best produce before everything sells out by 9a.
This box was stated to be good for a couple who eat out little less than/​half the time. In our box we received:
–Meat (steak and chicken thighs)
–Fish (petrole sole)
–Veggies (beets, carrots, deers tongue lettuce, chamomile, broccoli spag something, radishes, sweet potatoes, a small butternut squash)
–Fruit (strawberries, blood oranges, tangerines, pink lady apples)
–Eggs (½ dozen, waaayy not enough), a quart of OJ, and some lemon pepper almonds (we’re in a drought, almonds take up 10% of our agriculture water out of an outstanding 80% of the water we use in CA, I’d suggest they stop offering them)
I’d like to begin this by stating: if you or your significant other work out, this is NOT the box for you. It is NOT a money saver, it is NOT a time saver. This box is pretty much for dinner only, without much possibility for leftovers (lunch). I mean, I suppose they state that this box is for the couple who eats out often enough, but consider how much it’d cost to just TaskRabbit someone to go to the farmer’s market with a list of stuff to buy, and get the meat from Costco.
For $ 169 a box, we won’t be ordering this again, sadly. Too costly for not enough food. Two bunches of small carrots but only three tiny beets? :|
On the plus side, their customer service is great, they’re really on top of it, and they text you when your order is on it’s way (anywhere between 8a and 5p on a Sunday, so good luck going out if you have plans). Maybe I should just bite the bullet and go to the Farmer’s Market, because it’d be way cheaper (and I wouldn’t have to return the box to their headquarters).

I’m very disappointed at my first delivery from the service. Not only did I not received my entire order, the 5 items (one head of red chard, one orange, one potato, a welcome letter and a green recycled bag) received were overpriced ($ 8.45). I actually ordered $ 90 worth of food for delivery on the 12/​21, but their website decided that my order should come on ¹²⁄₂₈. The lack of communication with me by owners is another drawback. This will be my last time using FarmBoxLA. Merry Christmas you get no more business from me!

I just got off the phone with Reisha and really felt compelled to update my review. Reisha was extremely nice and apologetic for the negative experience I had. As a small business, I understand that they are constantly trying to work out quirks in their operations. She went above and beyond to make sure she rectified the situation. She is also a new mom and was very understanding with all that entails and not only offered 10% off my next order but also offered me to try the baby food for free as well. Although my first impression wasn’t the greatest, I really liked the company idea and I’m always a big supporter of small businesses. Because of their outstanding customer service, I will absolutely be back as a customer.
Thanks again, Reisha!

Farm Box LA is truly amazing. Now, I haven’t tried other LA CSAs or CSA like programs, so I don’t have a point of comparison, and I know that Farm Box is a lot more expensive than the other available options, but if you can afford it, I don’t think you’ll have any regrets. I often find I spend more money at Whole Foods, and usually it doesn’t even come close in taste…
I’ve been getting deliveries for a little over a year, and so far haven’t come across anything that I would consider a «con.» Here are some of the pros, however:
1. You can pick and choose the things you want delivered, with so many options that it feels more like shopping at a grocery store, yet you’re still supporting local farmers and companies. Would you like eggs? Blue cheese? Honey? Salt? Beef tenderloin or a whole chicken? How about some of the best kale quiche you’ve ever had? Done. Whether it’s strawberries or kale, beef jerky, pretzels, or macaroons, or even the more obscure passion fruit and dragon fruit, Farm Box will have it. So you spend what you want to spend, and get items that other CSA like programs don’t offer.
2. The quality of the food items is absurdly good. That quiche I mentioned — was out of control. The strawberries from Harry’s berries are guaranteed to be the best strawberries you will ever have. I took them with me on a first date with a guy I liked… and now we’re talking about engagement rings. ;) Okay, it probably wasn’t just the strawberries, but sometimes we joke that they were a contributing factor. Additionally, those strawberries are used in some of the top restaurants in Los Angeles — Bazaar, Craft, Petrossian, and so on. Farm Box really does work with the best, and for those of us who want to love what we put into our bodies, this is truly the place to make that happen. I’ve had some of the tastiest kale here, the spinach is the size of my hand, the tomatoes are so good, I actually sneak them out of the fridge (and have caught the boyfriend doing the same) — I mean, how often do you sneak tomatoes as a snack instead of cookies?! Oh man, and the blue cheese…
3. The girls who run the company are super accountable and available ²⁴⁄₇. If you’re unhappy with something or a mistake was made, you can text someone and they will get back to you ASAP. You can also call, email, or write in on the website. If there are any changes to what was promised or ordered, they will email or call. And as far as correcting mistakes (a few times I’ve had items missing and once some mandarins came in with mold) — they handle it immediately. You’ll either get a credit back or someone will redeliver the next day. The owners will come themselves. As one of them has often said to me, «If you need anything, I’m just around the corner.» I don’t actually think that’s literal, but the fact that they’re there for you, just a random customer, is pretty awesome. Even if something is not their fault (the groceries got left out for too long, for example), they still take the responsibility… which really shows how they put customer satisfaction above their bottom line. Hopefully no one will take advantage of that… but nevertheless it’s refreshing. So even though mistakes have occurred in the past, the fact that they’re handled so well and so quickly, in my mind doesn’t warrant taking away a star.
4. If you go out of town a lot (which I do), you can skip deliveries and schedule them whenever you want. This has been so convenient. Even if I’m gone for three months at a time, I never have to just pay a fee or let food rot by my door. And while you have to pick something to be sent monthly (like a paleo or complete or fruit/​veggie/​juicing «box»), if you aren’t in town, you can skip that delivery, or if you don’t want the surprise, you can replace it with your own separate items. I think that as long as the total is over $ 50, they’ll deliver it for free. They also have a few options for delivery — you can use reusable bags that they give you and just exchange them (hang them on the door if you’re out) whenever the next delivery comes by. Or you can get an actual eco basket for a $ 50 deposit, that will get returned at the end of service. You can even return your produce scraps for them to compost! Also, if you can’t afford to get it often, you can buy from your usual grocery and then supplement once a month, or once every two. The flexibility is really nice for numerous reasons.
5. If you don’t know how to cook something you get, they have a weekly newsletter with recipes, and they sometimes even send you ideas with your basket. There’s a kale/​nectarine salad that I’ve fallen in love with and make all of the time now! They can also email you what’s being harvested each week and you can customize what you get in your box.
It’s Saturday and I can’t wait for my food to come on Sunday. it’s that good!

We love Farm Box LA. We get the fruit only –basic, weekly and it’s perfect for the two of us. Good variety and high quality. I often customize our basket if we have had our fill of something or really love a particular type of fruit.
I love that you can add on as well– I often add on veggies or meat. Plus the delivery service is excellent. They text me if we don’t answer the door and once even came back to re-​deliver. I highly recommend!

I love Farm Box! So happy to have this wonderful delivery service of not only farm fresh produce, but fantastic products from local food and beverage artisans. I have been a customer for around six months and have had the opportunity to try a range of products. Some of my favorites include Brassica & Brine Sauerkraut, Taart Pan pastries, Soledad Goats Goat Cheese, juices from the Veggie Juice Company, and pistachios from Santa Barbara Pistachio Company. There is a large selection of fruits and vegetables from which to choose, and there are often exotic offerings that contrast the standard fare found in one’s local supermarket. Other CSAs that I have used ONLY allow fixed item purchases, so the option to select individual items or buy boxes that have items preselected items based on themes (Veggie, Complete, Paleo), if and when the mood strikes, is a big selling point for me.
There have been a few issues with missing or incorrect items in orders, but the staff –usually Katie or Priscila handle any concerns or questions I might have — are very accommodating in resolving any problems encountered.

I’ve been really happy with my boxes– I get the ‘complete” and the veggies are consistently fresh with a good variety. I like the extras like juice, eggs, bread and cheese and specialty items that are included like almond butter, sauces, jams, and nuts. I had another service before Farm Box LA so I can say in comparison this is very high quality.
I’ve had a few service issues– one very late delivery with some ruined items due to the heat in transit and a few kinks in using the website and changing orders and dates. There are still bugs with customizing my box on the website, but whenever I have contacted the company so far they have resolved any other issues quickly and the main contact person is very customer service oriented.
I love the ice pack option in this hot city we live in too. Brilliant idea.
Re: the expense– yes, it’s a bit costly– but when I add up how much I’d spend at a farmer’s mkt. or grocery every two or three weeks for these items it actually evens out much the same and it is delivered right to my door.

Can we get a quick shout out for the PURPLE carrots that came in the last box?!!
I’ve been receiving semi-​disappointing $ 25 CSA deliveries from other companies for a while, so imagine my shock when I heard 1 small Farm box would run $ 50 from this place. But I knew if Unilocal loved it, I likely would too. All in all, incredible customer service and fantastic products. I talked to the owners a few times and was beyond impressed at their attention to detail and care for their business. This is like the Nordstrom of food deliveries in LA… pretty expensive, but absolutely worth it in the end. Quality aint cheap, homie.
ps– yay small business!