J&P Cosentino Family Farm
Rating
Family of 4
USD 20-50 for a farm stand visit with U-pick produce
Duration
1-2 hours
Best Ages
2-12
About
J&P Cosentino Family Farm is a local family-operated farm stand in the Blossom Hill area of south San Jose, California, with a 4.6-star Google rating and a loyal following of neighborhood families. The farm offers fresh seasonal produce and occasional U-pick opportunities that turn a shopping trip into an experience kids genuinely enjoy.
For families, the appeal is straightforward and real: let your kids pick strawberries off the plant in spring, choose their own pumpkin in fall, or simply watch how produce looks when it hasn't spent three days in refrigerated transport. The farm operates as a food store according to its Google category, but the family farm character means interactions with the growers and a connection to the land that supermarket visits can never replicate.
The farm is located at 15025 Carter Ave, San Jose, CA 95118 — in the Almaden Valley neighborhood, convenient for families in the south Bay Area. Call ahead to confirm what's currently available for U-pick and what's in season, as offerings change throughout the year. A visit here combines nicely with Almaden Lake Park nearby for a complete family afternoon.
Budget USD 20-50 for produce purchases depending on what's in season.
Age Suitability
Parent Logistics
Setting
Rainy Day
Not ideal
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
Fall for pumpkins and harvest; spring for strawberries and early season produce
Wait Times
Minimal — farm stand visit; call ahead for U-pick availability
Nearby Food
No on-site food service. Almaden Valley has several neighborhood restaurants within a 10-minute drive.
Why Kids Love It
There's something magical about letting kids pick their own strawberries or pumpkins directly off the plant — they immediately understand where food comes from and take enormous pride in what they've harvested themselves.
Pro Tips from Parents
- J&P Cosentino Family Farm is a local San Jose, CA farm stand at 15025 Carter Ave in the Blossom Hill area.
- 4.6 stars — a well-regarded neighborhood farm with regular loyal customers. Call ahead to confirm U-pick availability and seasonal crops.
- Great for combining with a visit to Almaden Lake Park nearby for a full family afternoon.
What to Bring
- Bags or boxes for produce purchases
- Cash — many farm stands prefer cash
- Snacks and water for the kids while you shop
Cost Info
Estimated Cost (Family of 4)
USD 20-50 for a farm stand visit with U-pick produce
Tips to Save
- Buy directly at the farm stand for the freshest produce at fair prices.
- Seasonal U-pick is typically the best value — you pay by weight for what you pick yourself.
- Bring containers for your produce.
Hours & Contact
Hours
- Friday
- 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Monday
- Closed
- Sunday
- 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Saturday
- 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Thursday
- 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Wednesday
- Closed