Boston Public Market — Attraction in Boston

You could eat every meal of the day, from breakfast to dinner, at BPM. I want to keep it simple for this review, so I'm going to recommend some vendors for each meal of the day, and give you some general pros and cons.

Breakfast: Mother Juice, The Popover Lady, Soluna Garden Farms. Mother Juice and Soluna Tea are for people like me, who prefer to skip breakfast in favor of a caloric drink. The "OMG" at Mother Juice is the select juice for everyone who thinks juicing as a health craze is ridiculous and just wants something yummy. Soluna shines with their in house tea blends. The Popover Lady is a stand out for how affordable and delicious their goods are (last time I went it was 3/$9 popovers -- 3 is way more than I can eat!)

Lunch: Noodle Lab & Boston Smoked Fish. When you think Noodle Lab think Chipotle-style ordering meets ramen. Grab a sheet from the side of the wall and start to make your tough calls. Relatively affordable with broths and ingredients that pack a punch. Don't overlook the pork Gyoza! $4 / order and one of the best things they serve. Extra sauce, please! Boston Smoked Fish Co. is hard not to put on every part of this list. Their Bagel and Lox makes a great breakfast or lunch, and while most of their items couldn't serve as dinner alone, it's easy to find a side at BPM. However, it was their affordability that made me decide to mention them for lunch. Entrees are $10, locally sourced, and high quality. My personal favorite are the fish tacos, loaded with cabbage for crunch and a delicious crema. Writing this review is going to make me hungry, isn't it?

Dinner: Beantown Pastrami Company. These sandwiches are expensive, but God are they worth it. Piled high with tons of quality meat on soft, fresh-tasting bread. Be warned -- the horseradish here is the real deal and not to be trifled with.

Skip it vendors: Massachusetts Farm Winery and Growers (I've tried it a few times and they can't seem to recommend a wine I actually like), all of the non-veggie items at the grocers (Stillman's hot sauce is underwhelming), ThePack (BPM is not the right environment to browse or buy dainty jewelry)

Now, back to Boston Public Market in general.

Pros: Variety, long vendor hours that are only expanding (they began opening up at 7 just this summer), everything here is locally sourced, vendors have a lot of knowledge about not only their product but BPM in general, management is constantly trying to make cosmetic and consumer upgrades, right off Haymarket station and very close to Government Center station, right off of public parking (which they validate)

Cons: Loud & busy, expensive, very hard to find staff that works with BPM directly (rather than staff of their vendors), a decent number of similar vendors (multiple people selling cider, bagels,...

I'm here to share my concern of an incident that happened yesterday 9/29/2018. The place was still busy around 3:40 when a stall refrigerator fell on a female store associate. An associate from the stall next door was trying to squeezing through her way and tilted the fridge (~80in tall, 1 door, color silver). She noticed that the fridge was moving, by the time she turned around and attempted to grab it, fridge lost balance and fell on a young girl who was standing about 2-3 ft away, facing against it (towards customers). Girl got sandwiched between the tilted fridge and glass display of her stall for a few seconds before some guys from the store helped her out. She stood still, barely moved her shoulders or lips - she remained calm and kept quiet the whole time. Some 20 people witnessed it and instantly gathered around when a green-topped, short hair lady (looks like a supervisor) announced that she’s going to call “manager on-site”. Manager came before she called and the short-hair lady assured everyone that this would be taken care of. Some people in the crowd suggested calling 911 and shared their concern about work place injury but the manager didn’t seem to call anybody. In fact, two actions were observed in the next 20 minutes - fridge was lifted back up by two guys (there was a dent on the top of the fridge), and the girl was given an ice pack. The short-hair lady was with her for a few more minutes, the girl next door apologized to her. The manager (also a young lady) was contacted by two female witnesses afterwards, manager kept on nodding during the conversation. After they have left, manager did not call or get back to the girl in the accident. I understand that the girl needs to keep her job and didn’t want to make a scene, but it is also important for a victim to be able to hold on to some witness in case more severe medical issues are identified later on. I don’t care for the actions taken by the management because girl at least needs to be seen by medical professional, yet their attitude looked reassuring which got them out of the scene easily. I hope the girl is well supported by all means, that the management is dedicated to ensure workplace safety, and I will keep my comment here in case witness is needed at some point. Too scared at the moment that I forgot to take pics, but got time stamp from previous pics taken right before...

Title: Eclectic Charm Amidst Scheduling Quirks at the Boston Public Market

Review: The Boston Public Market, set in a sturdy building, showcases New England's culinary and artisan offerings. This indoor market is packed with stalls selling fresh local produce, seafood, and homemade goods, providing a unique experience with each visit. However, a recent trip revealed an unusual aspect. Despite arriving just after the official opening time, many vendors were noticeably absent, choosing to start their day on their schedules rather than the market's posted hours. This inconsistency may pose an inconvenience for early visitors hoping to avoid crowds.

Outside, the adjacent streets buzz with additional vendors, adding a vibrant extension that blurs the line between the market and the street fair. It remains unclear whether these street vendors are officially part of the market, yet they enhance the overall atmosphere with offerings like fresh fruits and seafood. Inside, access to restrooms is thoughtfully tied to a purchase, with a passcode provided on my coffee receipt, a considerate detail for customer convenience.

While my personal experiences with the food and beverages have varied (as detailed in other reviews), the consistent quality of products like fresh seafood and seasonal fruits is impressive. The Boston Public Market, with its diverse offerings and local charm, merits four stars. Despite the early-morning vendor irregularities, it continues to be a captivating destination for those eager to discover the authentic tastes and crafts of...