Mushrooms, Shiitake (1 lb)

Flat 12 Mushrooms is a Buffalo-based urban mushroom farm and retail space led by owner Robbie Gianadda. What started as a passion for growing has evolved into a thriving local business at the forefront of two of food's biggest movements: specialty mushrooms and urban farming.

Operating out of dedicated grow rooms, Flat 12 harvests roughly 600 pounds of mushrooms each week, offering some of the freshest, most traceable fungi you'll find anywhere. Gianadda is passionate about knowing exactly where your food comes from — pointing out that an oyster mushroom bought at a grocery store is touched by a minimum of 10 people before it reaches you. At Flat 12, that number is a fraction of that.

Their specialty varieties include sought-after mushrooms like Lion's Mane, celebrated for its impressive health benefits. Lion's Mane is known to provide the building blocks to help regrow the myelin sheath around nerves — making it a favorite among health-conscious eaters and those interested in natural wellness. 

Beyond growing, Flat 12 Mushrooms is certified by the state to buy and resell foraged mushrooms, giving customers access to a wider range of wild and cultivated varieties. They also offer hands-on growing classes and sell mushroom kits so you can grow your own at home.

Flat 12 is more than a farm — it's a community hub for curious eaters, home cooks, and anyone who wants a deeper connection to their food. Whether you're a chef, a wellness enthusiast, or simply mushroom-curious, Flat 12 Mushrooms is redefining what local, fresh, and sustainable looks like right here in Buffalo.