Downtown Vista is one of the places where you can appreciate the city’s revitalization efforts the most. Just ten years ago, there wasn’t much of anything there. Now, it’s a thriving town square where residents gather with their family and friends all year long. You can grab a beer at one of the many craft breweries like Bear Roots Brewing Co. and Belching Beaver, enjoy a slice at URBN Pizza, pick up ice cream from Handel’s, check out the public art installations, and so much more.
The Vista Farmers Market has been a local favorite since 1981, making it one of the oldest farmers markets in the county and the state! With over fifty farmers selling in-season fruits and vegetables, eggs, nuts, and grass-fed meats, visitors can enjoy a wide range of options. In addition, more than forty foodmakers sell baked goods, sauces, dips, and pickles, while hot food vendors offer dishes from fourteen different countries. The market also features crafters selling handmade soap, pottery, jewelry, and gifts. Open every Saturday from 8:00 am to 12:00 noon, rain or shine, the market has over 600 free parking spaces and is located at the San Diego County Courthouse.