Hayashi Vegetable Stand

Tourist Rip-​off Alert
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Yet another veg/​fruit stand that has less local stuff than even some local supermarkets. Mostly stuff from Mexico, and definitely not from the local farms,
except for a couple of things that can be more easily found at local farmer’s
markets (like that in Arroyo Grande every Sat. from 12 – 2:30, which is where I just can from, as I stopped here). Since I had already bought tons of local Bacon variety Avocado already the few here did not appeal to me. There was a small nice bunch of extremely over-​priced jellies & stuff from Hayashi & some German Brand, which was at Whole Foods prices.
If you are happening to be local and just want to buy some ordinary veggies or fruit, it does have a good selection… but it again the vast majority of the stuff is not local.
It appears that they do stock local strawberries, but these are also carried by several Farmer’s Market vendor throughout the local area. Many come from Santa Maria.
I am surprised to see that even local Unilocalers seem to like this place, but obviously the do not frequent the smaller farmer’s markets in SLO county. I was not impressed with the berries that they had on display. I do not think that they were even marked as local, as the Avocados & one or two other things were.
I avoid the downtown ridiculous over-​rated downtown SLO farmers market, simply because it has little in the way of farm-​fresh food (which is over-​priced BTW), and is populated mostly by crappy local BBQ restaurants, tourists, & noisy Cal-​Poly kids. Trying to find parking for the downtown SLO FM is a nightmare, while the smaller local ones have ample parking right around the corner. Just Goggle to find a local FM that fits your schedule. There are ones in SLO, Morro Bay, Avila Beach, Grover Beach, Arroyo Grande, & more.
The strange thing is that even supermarkets in small towns populated by Mexican Farmers & their families who are surrounded by local farms, usually only stock stuff grown in Mexico. Why is this? It is simply cheaper to get it from there, since the American stuff can be sold at premium at places like Whole Foods, Trader Joes, & some regular supermarkets.
Even though Gilroy, CA stinks with tons of marvelous garlic, it is hard to come by even down here in the SLO area. Why is this? Well, it sold at premium elsewhere. I have ordered 10 lb. boxes of this stuff to go to my brother in NYC, since they can only get the polluted crap from China. IMHO, there is nothing as bad for you than veggies, herbs, & teas from Mainland China. They have found up to 28 different pesticides in some random samples of so-​called healthy herbs that are sold for alot.
Anyway, since the origin of the selection of the stuff at this Vege stand is really unknown, is not «organic», I would avoid.
Obviously most tourists do not know this fact. This type of pseudo-​farm tourist stands infest CA almost everywhere.
Do yourself a favor & support your local small-​time farmer at a real Farmer’s Market.
Many of them, just grow stuff in their backyard, and are not into volume. Lots of stuff is picked that very morning.

This quick stopover drive-​thru vegetable stand offers a wide variety of farm fresh fruits and vegetables, local snacks like Paso almond brittle, a wide range of fruit jams and savory sauces.
Missed out on getting Hayashi strawberries at the Thursday SLO farmer’s market? No worries, you can always come to the the Hayashi vegetable stand which is open 7 days a week and is located at Oceano; about 30 min. drive from San Luis Obispo.
yippy!

Great place to buy fruits, vegetables, plants and candy. Best strawberries! Fresh produce and great owners. I definitely recommend this place.

When they are open my mother and I come here everyday for fresh fruits and vegetables. The people working are amazing thanks so much!

I love this place. The Hayashi Vegetable stand is very convenient and decently prices. Very nice family and workers.

A full pallet of strawberries for $ 5 — can’t beat that! Yummy~

WoW! Check out their fresh flowers! The Lily bouquets (July 2014) are stunning! I mean knock anyone’s socks off beautiful!!! The produce is very good. I’d say more 4 star than 5 but still quite good. Also, they will tell you themselves, they are not an organic produce stand.

The best FRESH from the fields. HUGE strawberries and the best of what’s in season. Fortunately I live really close and stop by about 3 – 4 times a week. I rarely buy produce from the grocery store anymore. Prices are reasonable. Good place to take out of towners, they love it.

I’ve been going here since i was probably fourteen (a little older or younger, even). I’m thirty now, and it is still my favorite strawberry place.
They have the best strawberries ever. i usually will get them from the Thursday nights Farmers Market, or at their stand. they are always perfectly sweet and crisp. And the prices are great.

I stopped this past Tuesday for some strawberries and got a 3 pack for $ 6. I dropped them off at home and ran my son down to his tee ball practice. When we got home he dove into the strawberries — they were good, but only the ones on the top. The ones on the bottom looked a bit old. I figured it wasn’t a big deal because we eat strawberries very quickly, so I stuck them in the fridge. After work the very next day as I’m getting a few to wash I noticed a lot of them were growing mold. What!!! Not cool sticking such old strawberries at the bottom — I won’t be back here for strawberries… too many other fruit stands I’ve visited don’t do that to you. Buyer beware and check out the berries at the bottom of the container!!!

Awesome stand! We drive all the way from Lompoc for fresh fruits and veggies. Nice people and great stuff!

Great prices on local produce! Friendly people. I bought 30 pumpkins here for a Halloween party and they gave me a great discount on top of the already low price. Gotta love that!

Nice little stand right on the main road on our way to Pismo Beach.
Too bad we missed out on the summer fruit season because I would have loved to pick up some peaches or nectarines to munch on while on our road trip.
This basket of gourds caught my eye and even though I have no idea what to do with these other than use them as decoration, I picked up a basket because it was only $ 2.
Found some interesting house brand goodies (everything from pickled items to fruit preserves) and picked up a delicious Vidalia Onion/​Poppyseed dressing and Raspberry honey.
There were other munchies & candies, but we were just starting our road trip and decided to buy a little bit here and there on our way.
Produce quality looked good and the prices were reasonable.
It was worth stopping by.

WOW! Coming back from Cambria we pulled into Hayashi’s as I wanted some fresh strawberries. What a fabulous place with the ultimate in fresh veggies, they were beautiful. The strawberries, apricots, peaches, raspberries were utterly delicious and the prices were excellent. Wish they were in Santa Barbara or at least closer. Don’t miss stopping at this locally owned, locally grown treasure!

I have been going to the Hayashi Vegetable stand since before Unilocal, since before the internet too! The strawberries that come from their fields are simply fabulous. The Douglas strawberries are huge (especially when you get the first crop, and mage the best strawberry short cake ever (of course with homemade short cake and real whipped cream!) All the other vegetables are straight from the field and it is a must stop! I was through the other day and noticed no one had done a Unilocal! Whats up out there? Restaurants are nice, but a good home cooked meal with the freshest of vegetables and the strawberry short cake dessert, Well You just gotta be there! It is the best.

The best fresh coastal strawberries. We always go to Hayashi’s for berries when we stay at the coast.

What a wonderful little fruit and veggie stand on Hwy 1! For Oceano residents this stand is in perfect walking distance from your home. This stand looks tiny from the road, but I was amazed at their vast selection. Not only do they have fruits and veggies, but they have honey, jams, syrups, candy and other sweet treats, flowers, pumpkins, and more. Today was my first venture there and I will now be a regular. The little town of Oceano has a lot to offer, and Hayashi is definitely one of our perks!