From the south side of Los Angeles, Grand Central Market offers a downtown destination for sampling the city’s food scene. This public market at 317 South Broadway brings together long-running vendors and newer businesses.
- Location: 317 South Broadway, Los Angeles, California 90013.
- From Florentina Motel: see the driving information below.
- Transit: Metro’s A or E Line to Historic Broadway, or B or D Line to Pershing Square.
- Typical hours: Open daily
Where is Grand Central Market?
Grand Central Market is at 317 South Broadway in downtown Los Angeles, in the Homer Laughlin Building. It describes itself as Los Angeles’ largest and oldest public market.
The market opened in October 1917 as Wonder Market, occupying the entire ground floor of the Beaux-Arts-style building. It has operated continuously since 1917 in two adjacent buildings constructed in 1897 and 1905, according to the LA Conservancy.
What can you eat at Grand Central Market?
The market brings together more than 40 vendors, including legacy businesses and newer operators. Its history page names China Cafe as a long-running vendor; it has been open since 1959.
With vendors offering distinct options, take a look around before deciding where to stop. If you’re planning your visit around a particular vendor, contact that business directly: vendor hours vary.
When is Grand Central Market open?
Grand Central Market is generally open daily from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., though individual vendors may keep different hours. The information desk is open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Opening hours
- Monday to Sunday: 8 AM–9 PM
Last checked November 2026. Hours can change on holidays and for special events.
Holiday hours differ: the market is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day. It is open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Christmas Eve and from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. on New Year’s Eve. Hours and vendor schedules can change, so check the official site before you go.
How do you get to Grand Central Market?
From Florentina Motel, drive about 12 minutes to downtown Los Angeles, then follow the signs to Grand Central Market. For Metro, take the A or E Line to Historic Broadway Station, or the B or D Line to Pershing Square Station, which the market describes as approximately one block away. Several Metro bus lines also stop nearby. Use Metro’s Trip Planner to plan a transit route.
If you’re driving, the garage is at 308 South Hill Street. Its posted rates are $5.50 for the first 90 minutes, $2 for each additional 15 minutes, and a $40 daily maximum.
The nearest Metro Bike Share station is at 303 South Broadway, in front of the Million Dollar Theater. Pair a market visit with nearby Angels Flight Railway, MOCA or the Music Center.
Which downtown sights can you combine with a market stop?
Angels Flight, MOCA and the Music Center are all within walking distance of Grand Central Market, according to Downtown LA’s listing. Angels Flight Railway is a recognizable nearby landmark, while MOCA and the Music Center add other downtown stops to the outing.
For a broader plan, a one-day downtown Los Angeles route can help you arrange market time alongside other central sights.
FAQs
What is Grand Central Market known for?
It is a public market with more than 40 vendors, including legacy businesses, newer operators and China Cafe, open since 1959.
When did Grand Central Market open?
Open daily. It opened as Wonder Market in October 1917, in the Homer Laughlin Building.
Which Metro stations serve Grand Central Market?
Historic Broadway Station serves the A and E lines; Pershing Square Station serves the B and D lines. The market describes Pershing Square as approximately one block away.