The best food halls in Los Angeles in 2026 are Grand Central Market downtown, the Original Farmers Market on Fairfax, Smorgasburg LA on Sundays at Row DTLA and Mercado La Paloma near USC. Citizen Public Market in Culver City, Eataly in Century City and Steelcraft in Long Beach round out the list.
Food halls are the easiest way to feed a group with different tastes in LA. Most are busiest at weekday lunch and weekend afternoons.
A 1917 market hall packed with LA's best counters.
Grand Central Market has been on Broadway since 1917. Today it has counters such as Eggslut, Wexler's Deli, Sarita's Pupuseria and Tacos Tumbras a Tomas, alongside produce stalls.
It is the classic downtown lunch.
Good to know: Go before noon to avoid the lunch rush.
317 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90013
A 1934 market of food stalls next to The Grove.
The Original Farmers Market at Third and Fairfax has food stalls, produce stands, bakeries and bars, open every day.
Grab food from several stalls and share.
Good to know: Validate your parking with a purchase.
6333 W 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90036
A Sunday food market with dozens of vendors.
Smorgasburg LA takes over Row DTLA on Sundays with a large lineup of food vendors, from tacos to desserts, plus a vintage market.
It is a weekend outing for food lovers.
Good to know: Go hungry and share small plates.
777 S Alameda St, Los Angeles, CA 90021
A community market with Holbox and other standout stalls.
Mercado La Paloma is a nonprofit community market near USC, home to Holbox and other food vendors.
It is an easy stop before a game or a museum visit in Exposition Park.
Good to know: Get there early for Holbox.
3655 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90007
A food hall and rooftop bar in a historic building.
Citizen Public Market is a food hall in a restored historic building in downtown Culver City, with a handful of counters and a rooftop bar.
It is near the Culver City theaters.
Good to know: Go up to the rooftop for drinks.
9355 Culver Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232
An Italian food market with restaurants and counters.
Eataly in Westfield Century City is a huge Italian market with counters for pasta, pizza and gelato, a grocery and restaurants.
It is a reliable option while shopping.
Good to know: Grab gelato on the way out.
10250 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90067
An outdoor food hall built from shipping containers.
SteelCraft is an outdoor food hall in Long Beach built from shipping containers, with local vendors, a craft beer bar and lots of seating.
It is family- and dog-friendly.
Good to know: Bring the dog; it is a relaxed outdoor space.
3768 Long Beach Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90807
Grand Central Market downtown, open since 1917, is the most famous. The Original Farmers Market on Fairfax is the oldest-feeling and most relaxed.
Smorgasburg LA runs on Sundays at Row DTLA in the Arts District. Check its site for hours.
Yes, a paid garage on Hill Street offers validation with purchases. The Metro B and D Lines stop at Pershing Square nearby.
The Original Farmers Market and Citizen Public Market are calm and spacious.
A community market near USC with Holbox and other food stalls, plus small shops.