Top 12 Food Markets in London … Your Full Guide 2023

Maltby Street Market

Maltby Street Market is so beautiful that you’ll feel bad about taking so many photos there. A tranquil village tucked away beneath railway arches and decked with waving flags awaits you far from the hustle and bustle of London. The high quality of the market’s sellers compensates for its small size. Take your time walking the market, stopping to chat with friendly vendors and sample delicious foods from every stall. Don’t leave Bad Brownie without trying their salted caramel brownies and other lavish confections. Raclette Brothers serves raclette potatoes and sausage with their famous maple-bacon crumb. The airy texture and sweet, sticky toppings of Dhan Waffle’s waffle puffs are out of this world.

Opening Hours: Friday from 12 pm to 2.30 pm, Saturday from 10 am to 5 pm, Sunday from 11 am to 4 pm (closed from Mondays to Thursdays)

Boxpark Shoreditch

Boxpark, located in Shoreditch, is made up of restored shipping containers that house a variety of eateries and retail. The majority of shoppers at the market share the same hipster style as the rest of Shoreditch. Boxpark can satisfy those looking for a full meal as well as those looking for a short snack and a drink. Cottons Rhum Shack offers a selection of 250 different types of rum. Jerk chicken barbeque skewers are also popular. Dessert should be the raspberry preserve doughnut from Dum Dums Donutterie.

Opening Hours : Monday–Saturday from 9 am to 11 pm, Sundays from 9 am to 10 pm

Flat Iron Square

Flat Iron Square, in the shadow of The Shard, is a buzzing hub for outdoor dining, drinking, and dancing. On weekends, a flea market sells secondhand products such as clothing, cameras, furniture, books, and other items. Every night, tourists and young professionals alike go to the square to unwind with a few beers and a snack. The food trucks and carts provide a diverse range of cuisines, from Baz & Fred’s Neapolitan-style pizzas to Manti by Mike + Ollie’s Turkish dumplings. Apres is a fictitious ski lodge with a fireplace and hot refreshments, ideal for the winter months.

Opening Hours: Mondays from 12 pm to 9 pm, Tuesday–Friday from 8 am to 12 am, Saturdays from 9 am to 12 am, Sundays from 9 am to 8 pm

Mercato Metropolitano

The huge Mercato Metropolitano, located near Elephant & Castle, serves casual Italian fare in an industrial setting. The sheer quantity and variety of selections at this massive street food court will astound you. There are 26 vendors selling everything from fresh pizza and pasta to fritto misto and arancini. If Italian food isn’t your thing, they also provide Turkish, Indian, Mexican, and Lebanese fare. Because of how gorgeous the surroundings are, you’ll probably spend a lot of time dining and staring out the window. Following supper, you may view movies about space travel aboard a replica spaceship at the secret Backyard Cinema. If you want to get some exercise, head upstairs to the yoga class.