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Alemany Flea Market
- Hours:
Sun 7 am - 3 pm
- Price Range:
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$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- No
- Parking:
- Street
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
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77 reviews for Alemany Flea Market
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Review from Joanne O.
San Francisco, CA
4/10/2012
Checked out the flea market here a couple of weeks ago. This was actually the first time I had been there. I decided to go and search for some hidden treasures for my store.
I was so surprised to see the wonderful variety of items being sold there. No matter what you want or collect you can find it there. Most of the booths had great prices and good merchandise.
I brought cash to spend and ended up spending it all. Found some FANTASTIC deals on quality goods and even made a couple of connections. It's always good to have connections when you are in the retail business.
The spot was full of sellers and shoppers and they even had a food truck in case your tummy began grumbling.
This was an afternoon I thoroughly enjoy and will do again soon. -
Review from Alexis G.
Walnut Creek, CA
4/29/2012
I came here after coming over to the city. I always see the flea market on the weekend off the freeway. After reading all the reviews to go on Sunday I finally went and I can honestly say I was SUPER DISAPPOINTED! I love looking through everything and finding some great pieces and even better great deals but honestly can say this place was filled with nothing but JUNK! So here's what went on.
When I went around the corner I saw a a roach coach truck selling some great looking lumpias so I decided I would buy one until she handed me a bag and said you can pick it up right there, it was a little cut out on their truck with doors and you pick it out with your hands! No one was using any tongs or anything, but the worst part is I saw 2 men come up, take food and leave... didn't even pay! I feel so bad that company just got ripped off, it needed more supervision and better way of giving people their food.
I found a nice lady selling some beautiful wood rings that she makes and glues buttons and pins on it but for $15 and not willing to go down I was a little disappointed.
The only great thing about this place was a lady selling home made pumpusas! They were out of this world good! If your there check her booth out and get the bean and cheese one!
So 2 great things came out of that trip a good bite to eat, and a couple of nice items! I cant tell you not to come here because everyone has a different opinion on flea market but I will say check out for your self if you didn't seem impressed and came back disappointed, don't say I didn't say so! :) -
Review from Kimiko Q.
San Francisco, CA
3/13/2012
I've always seen this place while driving south-bound on 280 but have never gone, until today. The first time I tried it was in the middle of the day and horribly crowded so I gave up trying to park. Today, I was lucky. I got the last space in the parking "lot".
I ventured into the market, mouth watering, hoping to get some delectable sliced bread or fresh zucchini and tomatoes. How surprised I was! This was no farmers market, but a flea market!
My boyfriend and I walked around the entire mart. It was crowded and had, literally, all walks of life in this small half-block area. People of different ethnicities, income, social background, etc, gathered in a area teeming with sales ranging from exotic African masks to oriental china pots. It was a great experience.
I saw two places selling food.. one was a food truck, which looked amicable at the very least, and the other was PANoRama (sp?), a bakery truck which server breads and pastries.
The whole experience was lovely. Though I had no need for anything (and managed not to spend a penny) I still had a great time walking around and gazing at peoples' wares. I wouldn't mind coming here again if I actually needed a specific something or other :) -
Review from Elaine Y.
3/12/2012 1 Check-in Here
There's not many good flea markets in San Francisco. Please message me if you know of a great one.
I pass by Alemany Flea Market almost every weekend and I never made time to really come check it out until last weekend. It was a gloomy/misty Sunday morning, but yet there were a sea of people just scavenger hunting. There were some really neat stuff and fun to look at, but I personally didn't find any goodies this time. Although I did see a couple tables that were selling Mac, Chanel, Dior, and other brand name make ups. It's pretty obvious that these are cheap knock offs (except Mac, I wasn't really able to tell if they were real or not), but I couldn't help myself and bought a Chanel palette for fun. Will I be using it? I'm not quite sure I would....
You can still bargain for the price, if you're not as wimpy as me, you'll get decent prices on almost any thing. I will return not because I need to practice on my bargaining skills, but I believe there's a gem waiting for me to be purchased. -
Review from Glenn H.
2/20/2012 1 Check-in Here
This is where the hardcore recyclers of the world come to find an amazing array of STUFF. Here is just a small sampling of what I saw there Sunday:
Toys
Tools, both ancient and new
Carpets
Bowls, glasses, plates, utensils, silverware
CPAP Machine
Nuts, Bolts, Nails, Straps, hold-downs
Juice in a bottle
Hats, caps headgear
Shoes & boots
Pictures, Frames
"Art"
Mirrors
Cabinets chairs
Magazines, Newspapers
Blenders
Appliances
Old/ancient electronics
Binoculars
Rocks & Crystals
Cameras, projectors
Lamps
Musical Instruments: Banjo, mandolin, guitars, trombone, flutes
Riding Saddle
Chachkes
Books & CDs
Tapes and Records
VHS/DVDs
etcetera etcetera
The only problem is that it is overwhelming to see the cast-offs of humanity in a relatively jumbled collection. While fun for some browsers, I found it is better if I knew what I was looking for and focused on it. Not everyone displaying there has organizational skills. -
Review from Inigo M.
San Francisco, CA
2/26/2012
Good finds: 3-for-$5 vinyl records; $10 leather whip; $30 solid-wood coffee table; and restroom facilities with working hot/cold water, paper towels, and soap.
Not-so-good-find: $80 turntable (around $100 new on Amazon). -
Review from Bennett W.
San Francisco, CA
3/11/2012 1 Check-in Here
Alemany Farmers Market on Saturday and Alemany Flea Market on Sunday? Nice!
If you want to get produce or other grocery items at affordable prices that is within your budget range, then come to Alemany Farmers Market on Saturday and Alemany Flea Market on Sunday! The first and last time I've been to a Flea/Farmers Market was way back in elementary school which was probably about 20 years ago. It has been ages since I actually went to the Farmers Market.
The Saturday Farmers Market and Sunday Farmers Market on Alemany Blvd is the place to go to if you don't feel like going to the Supermarkets, Wholesale or Grocery Stores. At big name chain supermarkets, wholesale or grocery stores, produce and grocery items are generally known to be a bit pricier than normal. Flea/Farmers Markets are generally known to be bargain shops/stores.
Quick Tip:
Cash Only!
Parking:
Street & Private Lot
Public Transit:
MUNI Routes:
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Review from regan d.
San Jose, CA
2/7/2012
This is a nice and quaint flea market. It is a good place to find quality and interesting vintage items at a true bargain.
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Review from Bex R.
San Francisco, CA
8/23/2011
This is the best place to find great deals and the quirkiest objects!
I can't express how much I love the Alemany Flea Market! When it comes to thrifted clothes and second hand bags, this is the place to go! Many of the vendors have long racks of the best vintage and used name brands for sale. And if you're a pro and very convincing, you can definitely make a bargain with the vendor for those gorgeous Ferragamo shoes you've been eyeing all morning!
My mom and her husband also love coming her to find used and useful household goods. The other day, they picked up a beautiful old sewing machine built into its own table for just $30!! I mean, how much more amazing can that be?!
To top it off, the food trucks here are just delicious for the hungry and the satisfied thrifter. Rita's Filipino Food truck is a MUST!!!!!!! If you love meat, try the Beef Tapa or the Loganisa with rice, adding a side of Lumpia! DELICIOUS!
Sunday mornings are worth spending it here at the Alemany Flea Market!Listed in: Born to Shop
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Review from Sally T.
12/9/2011 1 Check-in Here
stuff....lots and lots of stuff.
perfect place if you have ADD or if you're particulary looking for items from random remote controls, really bad knock off bags, kitchenware from the beginning of the last century and the likes.
the best part for me was walking by the booths and listening to the different folks. it wasn't any particular conversation that intrigued me but i liked that energy.
oh and they sell food like tacos, coffee, and pastries. -
Review from Jessie C.
San Francisco, CA
1/23/2011
I'm a little concerned with the people who claim this flea market only has junk. One, because it's a flea market, you can't expect wedding rings and ipods. Two, you really have to be patient. It's very, very, very nice on sunny Sunday mornings to just stroll around and dig through random things. The whole point of going to the flea market is to not know what the hell to find, which is the beauty of it all. You want to go here, the people are nice and half of them time they give you awesome deals without you even asking for one. These are the real, hardcore flea market vendors, true to their items. From folks with a lil twang in their speech to old women who just want to get rid of their grandmama's stuff from long, long ago, this is the place to be. I've heard other flea markets steal their stuff (Laney College).. so who do you want to support?
And actually, I've got myself some pretty nifty things. P.s Don't be afraid to bargain. I bought this awesome green wool hat from a guy who used to hunt deer for a living for 3 bucks. I bargained it from 5 to 3. Hell yea.
And I have, literally, a whole tray of earrings from a lady who sells vintage jewelry for 15 bucks, total. I love every single pair, (about all 20 of them). I just got myself 6 more this morning! Woo hoo!
Three steps when going here: be patient, bargain, then go home and admire your finds. -
Review from Jesse C.
San Francisco, CA
6/12/2011
Scored on some model trees my first Sunday here, 3 packs for $5. Was able to find some model train stuff there and track but most of them were in HO scale. Hope to get extremely lucky finding some N scale stuff next time I go.
There was a lot of interesting and unique items here for sale. I won't even try and name stuff because there is most likely always new things to be sold here. Barter whenever you can too. Some people try to over sell, i.e. a very old large, clunky lock with no key for $40..why $40? haha
Check this place out, I'm sure you'll leave this place with something of your interest. -
Review from Murphy O.
San Francisco, CA
2/6/2011 2 Check-ins Here
Flea markets on sunny Sundays are as good as it gets. This one is free and there are some great deals, so it's no exception.
Today I found:
-big brass swan $3
-large plaster bust of Virgin Mary $5
-3 new James Bond vhs tapes $3
-3 used vhs tapes $1Listed in: Antique SF
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Review from Kristina F.
Sacramento, CA
My boyfriend has a good eye for deals, and this is his go to spot for discount finds.
I enjoy going with him to browse through all the items for sale. Visually, it's incredible to see novelty items you may have had as a kid growing up, sentimental things. It's cool to see a bit of history right before you- Cat Fancy Magazine, Pez dispensers, GI Joes, etc.
My BF picked up a couple great finds:
1. Breville Espresso Machine $40 (getting great use in his household)
2. Tripod $10 (for me)
This is a great place to escape to on a lazy Sunday morning. Tons of vendors and lots to see! -
Review from Serg P.
Los Gatos, CA
11/25/2010
First off.. to all the people who gave this place bad reviews.. I noticed most of you came on the first Sunday of the month.. DUH! The first Sunday of the month is when all the antique and collectibles dealers tend to abandon Alemany and make the trek across the Bay to sell at Alameda! Alemany on the first Sunday is JUST a flea market. Come the other 3 Sundays to see what you have been missing.
We always find great items here: antique metal signs, posters, art, jewelry, vintage toys, ect..
It's a great place to go when Alameda is not in full swing. -
Review from Michele H.
San Mateo, CA
10/23/2011
I just don't get the cult following for this place. It was actually kinda of depressing there. Maybe I'll give it another shot it has been about a year. To be fair I'm not a die-hard thrift shopper so maybe I went there with unrealistic expectations.
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Review from Courtney Y.
San Francisco, CA
5/27/2007
Flea markets are always a crap shoot. Sometimes you'll find treasures galore, other times you'll leave empty handed. Most of us can take it or leave it. Why bother going? Why make the effort? Why look for parking? I'll tell you why in just a sec.
It is tiring walking past table after table of crap that would be really interesting in your grandma's basement but nothing that you actually want to be cluttering up YOUR basement. Old-timey metal keys that look like they came from an old western town jail? They got 'em. Various pieces of silverware and candy bowls? They got 'em. Geiger counters and a billion old rusty tools? They got 'em! But do you really wanna drag this stuff home?
After browsing through all kinds of junk, it is rare that I actually want to buy something and find a home for it in my already-cluttered apartment. But when I do find a hidden gem, it makes a trip to the flea market all worthwhile. Today I found an ice chipper with a bottle opener on the handle and I also found a barbie type doll called Pregnant Judith. PREGNANT. Yes, this doll named Judith looked like Barbie, but also had a round belly that opened up with a baby curled up inside. You can open up the stomach and take out the baby and plop it into the carrier included. REMOVABLE BABY. See for yourself:
http://usera.imagecave...
Pregnant Judith. That, my friends, is hands down the best reason EVER to visit the Alemany Flea Market.Listed in: I Have Interests Other Than…
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Review from Suge K.
San Francisco, CA
7/23/2007
"Hey, how much for the hipsters?" "How much for the hippies?"
Yeah, that's pretty much the most fun you'll have here - saying things like that to your friends really loudly while pointing at people (both working and shopping).
Not the best flea market, though at least it's doable in a couple of hours, unlike the Alameda one where you need to make a full day commitment. -
Review from Frances H.
Seattle, WA
4/2/2008
Maybe it's because I used to go to flea markets in Florida and Alabama, but I loved this.
I got a picture of a drag queen getting his nipple squeezed by an attractive Latino man, and three little tiger figurines (one's for you, Alex), and a nice cast iron skillet.
In Florida, I would have been able to get a Thomas Kinkade print, some Pokemon cards, and a t-shirt with a huge day-glo Jesus on the back.
Also, I found a lot of crafty things... things that made me go, "Oh man! This is perfect for my ___!" -
Review from Nicole N.
San Francisco, CA
11/18/2007
I finally made it! Only because I drove my aunt to the airport at the butt-crack of dawn this morning and made a very abrupt exit at Alemany as my brain made the connection with this rare opportunity of being up and out at 7:30am on a Sunday.
This flea market is small in comparison to the Alameda gargantuan afternoon long stroll to find your hidden treasure event, but it does happen every Sunday versus Alameda's once a month affair. I had a nice wander but unfortunately/fortunately left empty handed. I saw lots of old tools, sad looking headless dolls, vintage glasses/plates/clothes, antique furniture, oh, and some junk...actually lots of junk. But fun and like I said, I was already up and out and about and I've always wanted to check this out. Now, all I need is to drive someone to the airport at the butt-crack of dawn on a Saturday morning so that I can have the chance to make it to the Alemany Farmer's Market. This is not an offer.
Check it out if you too are shuttling friends and family to the airport on a Sunday morning, but other than hardcore flea market goers, I wouldn't make a huge effort to make it here.Listed in: No More Food!, Retail Therapy
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Review from Mariko F.
11/18/2008
Go early because that's when all the treasures are still around... oh, and bring some hand sanitizer.
This place is fun. People bring this junk and you pick it up and think it's the greatest thing ever. I found a hard cover dessert cook book (good as new) for $3. My boyfriend got some very pretty cuff links for $5.
Of course, then there is your standard junk, which is just fun to browse through. If you want horrible paintings, used DVDs, VHS, broken music instruments, malfunctioning kitchen aids, this is where you want to be.
Like I said, bring hand sanitizer. After an hour of shuffling through things, I swear my hands left a trail. -
Review from Jennifer s.
San Francisco, CA
1/23/2007
I had not been to the flea market in many years. My friend Tracy was in search of some fun stuff for her new apartment so we decided to hit the flea market for some treasures. I needed some new tools. Especially, for my vintage vespa. Picked up a pair of vice grips too and a 16' tape measure. I love to bargain so I really do enjoy cuting a deal. My friend Tracy found some really cool vintage curtains.
No ATM on site. You can also easily loose your wandering friends. -
Review from Clarissa S.
San Francisco, CA
7/9/2008
Ok so let me tell you that there is some of the most random ass shit up in this joint.
I walked into the place with 10 dollars in cash in pocket, and low expectations. I left an hour later with a hilarious portrait that some little old lady must have painted of her own cat, a plastic wood grained sperm whale case thing that I now use as a jewelry box and a sinking feeling that I would regret leaving the flea market without buying a portrait of Elvis made completely out of jellybeans that I had been eyeing.
If you're the type of person who can appreciate these items for what they are, then I highly suggest you come here. If you aren't, then don't bother and free up a parking space for me! -
Review from Lori K.
4/30/2007
"My favorite part of my weekend in SF! My friend and I read about this flea market on Yelp, got in the car and headed straight for it!!! There was a parking lot and plenty of parking in the surrounding neighborhood.
I love perusing crap and crap there was!!! Heaps of it! The multitude of junky crap at the Alemany Flea Market made my day and made me a happy gal. Vintage purses, hats, jewelry, toys, stuff to decorate your home with.....Almost every vendor had a crate of old LP's which are so fun to go through. Here's a run down of what we left with.
Tin No Smoking sign the vendor had shot at $2
Fisher Price little guy figurine $1 (I named him Simon)
3 mini LP's $3 (those small coaster sized ones)
(Blondie, Rush & Billie Joel) 2 were still wrapped! The Blondie one was missing the disc but it had the lyrics!
BEST $6 I ever spent!!!" -
Review from Larry G.
San Ramon, CA
11/22/2010
Small free parking lot, hard to find a spot if you come late (around noon or after). No admission fee, it's free-free here! Not as large as other flea markets like Laney, Coliseum or Capitol. A few regular vendors selling "antique" stuff, used rusty tools and other questionable "hot" goods. Some sellers look like they have been clearing out their garage or went digging into someone else's donation bins for stuff to sell. If you hit it right, you may catch a vendor who has picked up some good stuff from an estate sale and wants to unload them cheap. Run by the city of SF, it 's a little dirty here.
Don't park in the red zones, they issue tickets.
It's not overpriced here like it is at Alameda or San Jose. There are actually some good usual things you can get here, deals on paintings, jewelry and other rustic vintage things. Most vendors you can haggle down a bit, some guys are selling everything for $1. One vendor wanted $200 for two cast-iron ducks. Good luck selling them, asking too much. I'll just go to someone else's lawn and pick them up for free like he did.
Nice place to pick-up cheap plants like orchids. Saw picture frames for sale, with the original owners photos in them. Kinda creepy, was it stolen or was it from an estate sale and they passed away?
Lots of junk (used heating ducts, old sheving hardware, recycled electrical conduit, used door hinges, etc.) that looks like they were torn-out from an abandoned building being sold here but hey, one man's junk is another man's treasure.
I always see a security guard walking around. Not sure if he is checking the vendors for pirate faux goods, or just looking for a deal himself! There's two or three roach coaches selling tamales, tacos and refreshments.
What Alemany has that other Flea Mkts/Swap Meets do not have is: old vintage smalls, chinese antiques, records and books. -
Review from alexa c.
Oakland, CA
12/5/2006
I can honestly say (and I feel weird saying this) I have never been so personally offended by a flea market before.
It was somewhere between the (what appeared to be) stolen cd cases/books (assuming stolen as they had cd's in them), the racist booth with offensive belt buckles and signs and the asshole who couldn't bother to get off his cell phone to make a sale (and was rude at that).
If it wasn't for the fabulous picnic basket I scored for $15, this place would get n0 stars! -
Review from Jessica d.
Sausalito, CA
3/26/2007
I really wanted the nude blue man painting. Or the antique photo of the nude man reclining. Or my own VHS copy of Cream Queens. Or ... the rubber gloves attached to it. Hahahaha.
Seriously, though... it's been hard to find proper "junk stores" that are the real deal here. Most antique shops want you to make an appointment or something. Ha - yeah. If I can't walk in off the street, chances are I won't make it there.
Alemany Flea Market is set in a lot with all of these cement booth loading docks. People bring their wares and unload onto carpets and folding tables their treasure troves. I was digging through some stuff and found a credit card. Um... so the items you are about to buy are obtained by purely legal transactions. Keep that in mind.
Some of the gypsies really have their acts together and sell good stuff, but it's mostly junk from some dead guy's garage. A LOT of kitsch, a LOT of old coins and stamps. A LOT of porn (VHS, though) and broken things. I am a sucka for old photos, though, and a great many can be found here. The merchants will bargain with you, so don't be afraid to throw a number out there.
THIS is a great way to spend a Sunday morning. Just don't forget the hand sanitizer. -
Review from Liz S.
6/26/2006 2 photos
Visiting this flea market on a Sunday morning is always an interesting, educational and entertaining experience. First of all, it's not that big - big enough to find a variety of wares, but not so big that you get lost or overwhelmed (as I have at the Alemeda flea market - a frightening experience at Christmas time - so many scary Santas!). And it's free!
The only time I would not recommend going is the 1st Sunday of the month, when most of the better vendors go to the above-mentioned Alemeda flea market.
My favorite routine is to go around 10am or so, purchase a coffee and a petit pain au chocolat from the pasty vendor there, and walk around in a half-daze turning over plates and looking at whatever catches my eye.
My favorite purchases over the years have included:
1/ A Russell Wright American Modern creamer
2/ An English ironstone teapot with the lid missing - beautiful as a vase
3/ A frogskin stoneware planter from the 1930's
4/ A hand-drawn picture of a nymph
5/ A rubber Gumby - this was a gift - see photo
6/ A vintage snakeskin pocketbook
7/ A set of 6 melon bowls that are shaped like melons (Majolica knock-offs)
8/ An original Zephyr skateboard (my brother actually bought that)
9/ A Camel ashtray in the shape of a pool table - the cigarettes sit on the sides like cue sticks (ok, that was my brother's find too, but I drove him there!!)
10/ Various brooches
11/ Vintage textiles: various yardage of barkcloth patio prints (great for making pillow covers)
I have rarely spent over $30 at one time, and often don't spend more than $10. Some vendors are more open to haggling than others.
Parking is easy, and you can easliy be in and out of there in an hour or less.
So much more fun than going to the mall. -
Review from Willem V.
San Francisco, CA
8/1/2010
Maybe this place is good on some weekends but after just visiting, it feels more like a tour through the junk in peoples' garages than anything else.
If you are looking for bad paintings of sailboats, random gold plated objects, or old paper ephemera that has little to do with anything of relevance (see: apartment directory for some building in Cleveland) than this is the place for you. If not, save yourself the trip and sleep in. -
Review from Mijin L.
San Francisco, CA
6/3/2007
I am the type of person who will stop in the middle of a conversation with a friend while walking down the street to check out something that was thrown out onto the sidewalk. Although I do love the look, smell, and hopefulness of new things,I am intrigued with the used, the ancient, and well traveled. It's exciting how objects can be re-used and refurbished and take on a totally different personality.
My friend and I woke up early today to check out this flea market -- I was in search of vessels to hold flowers (teapots, carafes, vases, jars) for my upcoming wedding, and she was in search of vintage clothes. I scored three bottle green mason jars that look brand new, a green vase that reminds me of genies and the smoke they travel on, and a tall pink glass carafe from France. Oh yeah, and I got a slightly rusted tin watering can! Just because I loved the way it looked and smiled at the thought of watering my plants with it. My friend, on the other hand, found little selection in the apparel department. She did spot a darling muave dress but was too lazy to try it on since there was no actual changing room.
The market is manageable and not overwhelming--we walked around it twice in a little over an hour. I was glad it wasn't all junk (like stolen socks and ear pickers); it was junky but interesting- stuff you'd never see, even at the Goodwill. At first I was just looking for vases, but after about ten minutes I couldn't help but start perusing through everything but.
I'm interested in checking out the Alameda Antique Market but $15/10 to get in! That's a bit discouraging. -
Review from Jim W.
3/1/2009
Before eBay there was the Alemany Flea Market. No I'm not looking to add to my considerable pile of this-n-that, but I do enjoy the random treasure hunt for those valuable cast-offs of yesteryear. I share that unspoken voyeuristic delight that comes with rummage, yard, garage and estate sales alike. I admit episodic curiosity to see just what I may be missing in my own tchotchke repertoire. I too fool myself by saying that yes, I *can* flip this for more on eBay while mentally squashing out my Jiminy Cricket that is trying to tell me, 'no, you'll never let this out of your tight grasp'...
Haggle, the art of the market, I bask in Alemany. -
Review from Andrew P.
Oakland, CA
7/19/2009
This place is awesome!
They have actual flea market items, and not just socks and used cell phone chargers for sale. It's large enough to spend a few good hours, and food trucks are parked around the perimeter for refuel. You know it's a sweet place when you see plenty of useless things you just have to buy.
Wear a jacket because the wind really blows here. -
Review from Ken B.
Phoenix, AZ
8/2/2009
I can't say that I'm particularly well-versed in flea markets, but....
If you're looking for video game systems that have been run through a mud puddle, you'll find them here.
If you need rusty knives, tube socks, and figurines that have been in a tug of war between a toddler and a bull dog, you'll find them here.
If you want a scratched up Master P disc from 12 years ago sold by someone's old Asian grandma, you'll find that here too.
Overall? Blah. -
Review from Marmalade J.
San Francisco, CA
12/17/2009
ohmigodohmigodohmigod.
Fox fur stole for $15 dollars?!?! Love it. -
Review from Fallon P.
6/20/2010
Came here on a whim and decided to check it out bc I've never gone to the flea market here, but I've been here when it's the farmer's market...
Anyway, I was really shocked that most of the items I saw were really over-priced for being "antiques" or "vintage." I mean, are you really trying to push faux turquoise earrings for $25?! No thank you!
I was rather disappointed, but I guess it's usually hit or miss and depends on what time of day you're here. -
Review from erica w.
San Francisco, CA
8/29/2010
One word: JUNK
if you have a couple hours to kill, its kinda fun to try on old clothes (I tried on a fabulous fur coat - only bc I was wearing a dress and it was freeeeezing out and needed something to keep me warm - even if it was just for a brief minute!) and play with old tools and browse through old books and photos. Nothing really worth buying here though. Oh yeah, one more thing, they have plenty of scary dolls if that's what you're looking for! -
Review from Uncle Fishbits Aeneas X.
Belvedere Tiburon, CA
10/21/2006
.50 lp's..... just stacks and stacks of records. Cheap clothes, belts, oddities.
Weird weird weird stuff. You need a spectrometer from 1956?
You need a oscillating dingus from 1908?
How about a portable electro shock machine from 1934? Cause I got me one for $15 dollars.
oh baby... it is all there. and more. -
Review from Lynn H.
San Francisco, CA
1/28/2010
Don't miss this flea market!!
A friend of mine gave me directions to this place after I admired a necklace she got there. I went with my sisters and I came away with a couple of bargains!
I found a gorgeous hand-made Italian leather satchel for just $5 and a vintage-looking woolen waistcoat for $10.
Be patient and have a good rummage cos there's treasure to be found here :-) -
Review from mama J.
San Francisco, CA
1/15/2007
If you liked the game "Scavenger Hunt" as a kid, then you'll dig the Alemany Flea Market. There is really something for everyone: if you're a record buff, then there are quite a few vendors with oodles of boxes to rummage through; if you're looking for fun pieces of vintage or costume jewelry, then you'll likely score; tons of collectables, including interesting prints and magazines from the days of yore; and then of course the random kitchen stuff is aplenty.
My only beef with this Flea Market is the lack of furniture vendors. Maybe I had high expectations, but there were only 3 or 4 vendors selling furniture when I went--although I could have purchased a natural wicker loveseat that came with some dude who was completely passed out in it. That was hard to pass up. There were also a lot of vendors selling old tools, which isn't really my thing, but hey.
One of the best parts of the flea market is the Mexican food stand--set up near the parking in the front of the flea market. It's run by really friendly people and the food is fantastic. They have Mexican hot chocolate and a killer lamb stew. I tried the hauraches and it was so grub-tastic. There are little picnic tables set up around the stand where people just chill and play music and get to know each other or check out all of their finds after they hit the market. All in all, the flea market is a fun way to spend a Sunday! -
Review from Elaine B.
San Francisco, CA
3/28/2010
Love the lady who was selling bbq. We missed out on the kabobs but the chicken and ribs were damn good. The trip was worth it just for the eats. Most of the vendors we encountered were helpful and had some choice stuff, especially jewelry and antique dishes. Some of it was just weird though - like dirty old naked dolls and animal (?) bones. Seeing bones next to a book on voodoo kinda gave me the creeps.
Got a sweet deal on a cropped Macgyver style jacket. I wanted to get a jewelry box but we came via motorcycle and I didn't want to risk strapping it onto the back. The Muni 23 Monterey line runs right by it which is good to know if you ride a vehicle that can't haul bulky items, if you lack other means of transportation, or if you don't want to wake up early enough to get good parking.
The only negative experience we had was with this old lady who was selling a bunch of old cameras among other assorted other junk. My boyfriend asked her if she'd be willing to sell just a body cover and a strap. She said "NO" and gave us this ugly glare with so much attitude like it was so preposterous to ask if she was willing to sell the parts.
She acted like the cameras were a hot commodity - even though most of them were broken and missing lens covers, etc. It was obvious she didn't care for their condition judging by the way they were scratched, covered in dust and lying in a jumbled heap on the table. The only reason my boyfriend was interested is because he's a collector so... good luck trying to sell those cameras as is, you mean old lady.
Everyone else was awesome though. It was entertaining to watch an exchange between a customer who was accusing a vendor of selling fake snake boots. She said, "That's real snake. Show me a fake snake and I'll show you a real snake." Heh. Fun way to spend a Sunday morning.
