Fruits & Veggies near Portsmouth, RI

“Mello's Farm and Flower Center should be a part of your Rhode Island tourist trip, if solely because you'll want to explore all that the island, and this little state, have to offer.

There are a variety of ways that Mello's plays a role in strengthening Rhode Island as an agricultural center. The first is in its landscaping and farming products. You can get many different plants and planting products here. The Center looks to be in the middle of a bunch of planting fields, too.

There are also the various pieces of a patio that you can get at this place. Ranging from furniture to pots, Mello's sense of aesthetic is heavily represented in the physical products that are sold here.

But the thing that I went to Mello's for was the produce. Rhode Island has an ambitious food security goal in that it wants to source half of the state's food from within the state by (I believe) the year 2050. That's an ambitious goal, but we are all beginning to understand that fresher, local foods are better for our bodies and minds. So to Mello's I went, and was not disappointed in the variety of local Rhode Island produced foods, though it seemed that only half of the produce that was available was visibly marketed as "locally grown." This makes sense, because the Center seemed to be more of a market rather than a farm stand.

However, the yellow squash, zucchini, green beans, and sweet potatoes I bought were all locally grown and something I have a serious interest in. I checked out a few other items that were sold in the coolers and have decided that I need to come here again to improve my knowledge of all these wonderful Rhode Island foodie goodies.

The East Bay and Aquidneck Island are in the middle of a serious food movement. There are a lot of small, caring farmers and food producers in the area. If you are interested in making a day of it, I recommend checking out Hope and Main in Warren, then going over the Mount Hope Bridge to Portsmouth to Mello's. You won't be disappointed, but you will be satiated.”

“Very nice variety of plants . Both flowers and vegetables. They also do contact less pay ,for us who have significant others that tell them not to go hog wild in places like these (haha).Very polite staff. I wish I seen some dinner plate dahlias but thats ok !”

“I’ve been going to Andrews for a few years now. It such a great experience every time, even if they don’t have something I need; if you ask they usually have it in the back! They are always super helpful too!”

“The kindest sweetest most generous people growing and making the most beautiful food.We often shop at the market for spectacular produce, local meats and goods, excellent bread, and delicious prepared foods.This farm is a gem, and an essential part of our local community and the Rhode Island food system!”

“Nice quiet outta the way place for lunch. Lots of choices avail. I had the chicken cordon bleu sandwich with assorted fruit, potato chips and an excellent oatmeal raisin cookie. Like taking a drive to the country, but not far away.”

“If you like to save money, this is the best grocery store in town. Friendly and amusing staff (some even tell jokes). It is always a pleasure shopping here, and I could make a car payment on the savings. They just installed a self checkout, so hopefully, they will maintain their personal touch. Excellent job from these grocery store heroes.Update they seem to be maintaining their friendly service nicely, and the new self-service is functioning well”

“Great place. They have some interesting things there. They also have some good deals.You can definitely save some money there. They don't have a super selection like other Supermarkets ,but they have the basics.”

“They have been an amazing support to our community bringing fresh produce, dairy, and meats right to our cars while continuing to offer pick up from the warehouse!!”