Far West Fungi In Santa Cruz

by Lisa LeCoump
February 1, 2020April 6, 2026

Close-up of fresh wild mushrooms on a dark background, showcasing detailed textures and natural colors.

A specialty shop for mushrooms

Updated:

April 6, 2026

Estimated reading time: 3 minutes

We shop locally as often as we can. Getting a variety of mushrooms could not be easier now that Far West Fungi opened a shop in downtown Santa Cruz.

A barista preparing drinks behind the counter at a cozy cafe, with jars of ingredients and a customer paying.

Storefront at Far West Fungi

selection of mushrooms at Far West Fungi

mushrooms growing on a block

Delicious mushroom soup garnished with green herbs in a white bowl. Perfect comfort food.

Organic mushrooms for sale at a grocery store or market.

We made mushroom pizza with the mushrooms we bought.

Delicious homemade pizza topped with mushrooms, ricotta cheese, and herbs, prepared for baking.

Authentic wood-fired mushroom pizza baking in the oven, showcasing crispy crust and fresh toppings.

Photos by Tony Fitzgerald Photography

Professional Photographer - Food Photographer, Wedding Photographer. Lisa was previously the Deputy Agricultural Commissioner, responsible for reviewing and enforcing organic regulations and Environmental Protection Agency pesticide use regulations. She also worked for years as an Agricultural Advisor in California, a farmer in California, and an Agricultural Extension Agent in Thailand. She received a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture from California State University, Chico and studied Integrated Pest Management at U.C., Davis, which involved farming methods that preserve the environment.