Fifth time visitor from the US to London and first time in the Hackney area! It feels very much like a hip/up and coming area, which celebrates inclusivity. The market itself is wonderful! Even midday on the weekend, it was much less busy than some of the more popular/tourist markets in London. The food!! So much variety with interesting local and international flavors. Really something for everyone. And the wares were actually good and shoppable. I really liked the colors and quality of the clothing, pottery, accessories etc that I was seeing. Sometimes I feel like market wares are kind of just souvenir-ish or cheaper looking, but this is stuff I would actually shop and buy because I really like it, not just for the novelty of shopping a market. The streets along the market are adorned with cute cafes and shops as well. Dog friendly, bike friendly. And a fun little canal walk nearby. In terms of getting here from Central London - I found the most convenient way to get here was via city bus, and navigating that was super easy. I just found the best bus number and route via Google Maps (though I know there's a more accurate city app of some sort), and you can tap to pay when you board using credit card, Apple Pay etc. I boarded at London Bridge so there were a ton of people, but the tip if you're at a bus stop alone is to make sure to stick an arm out to indicate to the bus driver that you want to board so they stop. Then before getting to your stop, there's a "stop" button you can push from your seat to indicate you want the bus to stop so you can get off. And then just walk off. Easy! read more

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Broadway Market is my favourite market in London and in the world to date. Why? Well, it may not be the biggest market, but it sure does have every cuisine you can think of, every treat you can imagine, and the street vendors are super friendly and passionate about their products. It is THE market for ultimate food heaven. The market only runs on a Saturday, so best to get there early... which means more time to eat! It covers one whole street, and is surrounded by a mix of shops and cafes, so it is really easy to navigate through. I recently spent a morning at Broadway Market and loved every minute of it. Highlights: * Fine Fayre for Scottish Eggs - or soft boiled eggs, wrapped in sausage, covered in breadcrumbs and fried until crispy on the outside. Prior to this, I had never tried a Scotch egg and after spending a few days in Edinburgh, we couldn't go past their Haggis one. Served with mustard and chutney, it had lovely textures and flavours, in particular the runny yolk and outer crisp. * Deeny's for a Scottish sandwich - like your normal toasted sandwich, but one step more gourmet! We were very happy because the sandwiches are filled with their homemade haggis spread (already missing haggis now that I'm back in Auckland!). The sandwiches were also oozing with cheddar and melt in your mouth! * Meringue Girls - I was looking forward to trying a meringue from Meringue Girls, mainly because we don't really have anything like it in Auckland and also one of the co-owners is a Kiwi... so of course I had to try one! Their stand is very colourful, with rows and rows of beautifully presented meringues. They sell two varieties - their original 'Meringue Kisses' with flavours like passionfruit, chocolate, hazelnut and one called 'Unicorn Poop' and rounder meringues which come with an individual topping, like fresh fruit, shredded coconut and crushed pistachios. I chose a raspberry meringue, which was super cute and sweet! * Vegetable Stew from Creole Kitchen, serving French/Caribbean dishes. My Mum actually had this for lunch, but luckily I got a taste! Beautiful flavours and vegetables never tasted so good! * A Berliner (a German pastry similar to a doughnut) from Artisan Foods - my sweet treat after our Scottish eggs and haggis toasted sandwich. This was oozing with custard (one of my favourite things) and hit my sweet spot! Other things you will find: * All the fresh produce and there is lots of it. Stands selling apples, all kinds of berries, tomatoes in all shapes and colours and a vast selection of vegetables. *The array of sweet treats in general - think German fruit cheesecake, S S'mores chocolate cheesecake, French pastries, sweet tarts, strudels (like apple and cinnamon), epic looking fudge, bounty brownie, eclairs, vegan cakes and doughnuts. Seriously everything! *Savoury delights - olives, olives, olives, Ciabatta sandwiches (with fillings like salami and brie), ethnic dishes and salads, homemade pies, sausage rolls, rainbow bagels, falafel and Japanese katsu chicken. *CHEESE, CHEESE and more CHEESE. My latest obsession and there is one stand selling it all. As well as the vast array of foods, you will also find stallholders selling flowers, vintage items, clothing and coffee. Other things I loved about Broadway Market is that there are dogs everywhere! Dogs AND Food meant one happy me. And there is street art too, and one mural (below) suited our rainy day particularly well. Some may say that Broadway Market is super busy, and I totally agree. But it is truly an amazing market. If you are in London and are after some foodie heaven, then definitely add this market to the top of your list! read more

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Personally I rate Broadway market over all the other more famous/bigger markets I've been. Why? For one simple reason, it's friendlier for a hungry person! It's got less people, more types of food, more reasonable pricing, and, actually have room for you to stand and eat! Yes it's a lot smaller but it is awesome! Must try: - tuna steak sandwich - the butter chicken brioche - ginger beer - coffee - blondie read more

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Broadway Market is like Borough Market, except that it draws mostly Londoners as opposed to the slow moving tourist crowd. An easy trip on the 55 bus, Broadway Market's become a staple in my Saturday rotation. Here you'll find both the best burger (Lucky Chip) and the best banh mi (Banhmi11) in London. If that weren't enough, how about reasonably priced flowers, plenty of sartorial inspiration roaming the stalls and live music too? Yup Broadway Market's also got all of this! One of the best places in London on a Saturday to soak up some of what makes this city so lovely. read more

BEST PLACE EVER. If you're a foodie, it's heaven. HEAVEN. I don't know why it took me so long to go there but I'm going to come back for sure. It was a nice and sunny Saturday morning. I didn't know where to start. So many food stalls, pubs and cool shops (of course, cool people as well, this is East London my friends). I bought cheese pretzels, a yummy brownie from 'The Cinnamon Tree Bakery' (best brownie you can have!). Nice pizza for lunch. Amazing coffee from a small food stall (it's so difficult to find a decent coffee lately) I'm not saying anything new about 'Broadway Market', but what can I said?! You have to go and see it, well, taste it! read more

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Broadway Market is a little bit like Borough Market's smaller, quieter, more polite, and well put-together sibling... with almost the same variety. No Chinese tourists toting around cameras as big as my head, no hordes of children running around perpetually on the verge of getting stomped on, and no masses of flesh pressing up against me. These are all great things. Broadway market has all the craftiness of Spitalfields, as well as a few necessary staple food items. From banh mi to coffee to wursts to baked goods, unless your tastes run toward the extremely exotic end, you'll be well satisfied here. read more

This market began in the1890's. During the last couple years it has been revitalized. You'll see pedigree pooches on a stroll with their fashionable owners while shopping for locally sourced, organic food (much of it prepared for immediate consumption) for sale. My friend buys her dog fresh meat from an organic butcher from Wiltshire at this market every week -a pound for a pound in weight. This is a very good value for fresh dog food. This busy market adjoins London Fields. The market crowd overflows into this area which back in 1540 was commonable land where people of the parish could graze livestock. Now it's likely to have family groups with BBQs enjoying the weekend and socializing with their neighbors. Prices are dear and the food top quality. Artisans are interspersed with food stalls. Local shops down the sides are open too. Only open on Saturday. People come from all over London. read more

In many ways Broadway Market is very nice. It feels authentic. Shoppers can buy homemade jam, hand stitched vintage quilts, artisan cakes, and beautiful cheeses. I used to go there quite a lot when I lived in Hackney. Unfortunately, when I lived in Hackney I couldn't afford to buy anything. Last time I visited I saw a cauliflower on sale for £4. That's far more expensive than Borough Market. It certainly is the territory of the too cool for school crowd. Last time I visited, I also saw a group of French teenagers in drainpipe jeans strumming on guitars and singing Bob Dylan with American accents. They were waiting for someone to come and pick them up in a car because they didn't want to carry their Mac towers -- I'm not exaggerating. read more

Broadway Market - Jams - Farmers Market Near Me - London, XGL

Best all-rounder market in London. Fin. read more

Broadway Market - Farmers Market Near Me - London, XGL

Bring GBP with you to the market and not cards. If you come early when they open, the stalls might not all be open. Around 11AM is safe if you want to eat from the stalls. Produce is up by open of the market usually. 12PM is really busy but you will see the hustle and bustle at that time. It is spendy but you are supporting local artisans. read more

Broadway Market - This stall has the best food. I love the beet salad and the creamy aubergine salad. - Farmers Market Near Me - London, XGL

I had my first Banh Mi sandwich at Broadway Market! I'm no longer a Banh Mi virgin, just ask my fiancee. I thought the food selection at this market was pretty damn good. There are some really unique stands from organic mushroom risotto to Damascan falafel wraps to french crepes to little aubergine rolls filled with feta and garlic (I had 1 of these and went back to buy another b/c it was that good). There was also some pretty solid desert and coffee options throughout, so if you've got a sweet tooth, this would be a great place to go as well. I plan on going back again to get another Banh Mi sandwich, though, that was ridiculous. read more

Broadway Market - The Banh Mi ladies! - Farmers Market Near Me - London, XGL

Love Borough but hate the crowds? Then come here as this market has a few names from Borough such as Flour Power bakery and Chegnorth... Mixed with one or two traditional east end stalls selling vegetables. Stalls range from cupcakes to rare breed beef. I enjoyed an Vietnamese iced coffee at Cap VN cafe but the banh mi was not really that great. It was more bread than filling but I rather pay more to get more meat, pate and pickled vegetables. Even the chilli sauce and coriander was very portion controlled. London Fields is very close by, so it's worth walking away from the crowds and head there with your picnic. After you have finished, there is a ping pong table! But bring your own bats and ball. read more

Broadway Market - Violet cupcake stall - Farmers Market Near Me - London, XGL

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I was annoyed at first, as it's a bit of a walk in the rain, especially when the inner compass (and Apple maps) aren't calibrated. Yet upon arrival I was happy to find a wide variety of vendors selling: - produce - cheeses and breads and butchers - deserts, cakes, pastries and other treats - sauces and condiments - snack portions of things like samosas, sausage rolls and Scotch eggs - meal portions of fare from Vietnam, Ghana, Indian and Porkland (OK, I just made that up ~ but it sounds magical). Plus if you don't care for curbside vendors, the street is also lined with all manner of shops and eateries. But why do that when you can have a lam burger in one hand and a pulled pork sandwich in the other?!? All they need now are some sofas and mattresses so people with food comas can have a little rest. read more

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I absolutely love Broadway Market! The real buzz happens on a Saturday when it's filled up with stalls selling everything from home made bread and brownies, organic juices, fresh fruit and veg to sushi and soap. The location of this market is ideal, a stone throw away from the lovely London Fields and Regents Canal, it's the best place to spend a Sunny Saturday, although it's also nice in the rain when you can run into one of the many lovely pubs and restaurants in the area! read more

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Such an incredible market for only being a few blocks long! They food options are vast and diverse, the at and design vectors offer some really great stuff, the produce, cheese, meat, and bread vendors are amazing. Love this place on a Saturday afternoon, strolling with coffee in hand, and people watching. read more

Broadway Market - Farmers Market Near Me - London, XGL

I couldn't imagine a more pleasant way to spend a Saturday morning other than perusing the stalls at this farmers market and being greeted with a smile and a bit of chatter about the local produce. Head to the bottom of the road to start your morning off in the best possible way with a sourdough tartine topped with Norwegian smoked salmon which melts in your mouth accompanied by a Climpson and Sons coffee. Other delights include Coco and Me home-made tarts and Violet's red velvet cupcakes, a recipe handed down through generations of an all American family, so I'm told. One of the things I was most excited about was meeting the Meringue girls in person, they're multi-coloured meringues are stirring up quite a storm with all sweet tooth's like myself. The perfect start to any weekend! read more

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Give it the local organic food, handmade soaps and scarves, vintage records or antique jewelry, this place will kick any farmer's markets ass any day. I am unbelievably smitten with this place. And not with just any market in London, this is one of the best. Make sure you make a stop here, because I walked out with a vintage Beatles album, a 24k antique bracelet, handmade shea butter hand creams, and some pretty amazing wild mushroom risotto, all with spending under 30 quid. Cheers! read more

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Wonderful sightseeing and flower and food stalls in one of Londons many neighborhoods. read more

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It's my favorite market in London ! Wonderful place, I don't understand why some people go to Borough Market . Fist of all the place is fantastic between London Fields and Regent's Canal ! This little street is gorgeous between London Fields and Regent's canal . There are a fishmonger,butcher,vegetables stands. I might just make it my go-to market on Saturdays. read more

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I fell on this little market after swimming in the nearby Lido, it makes a perfect weekend lunch if the sun is out! The atmosphere is really nice -there is a good vibe -the food is good and it is not overcrowded by tourists. The shops and pubs around it are great, a mix of independant little boutiques and restaurants. You can get some food, a jug of pimms and head to London Fields park to enjoy. Also, Regents canal is just at the bottom of the market so you can have a relaxing stroll on your way home. I will definitely return, it is one of the best markets I've seen in London. read more

Broadway Market - Really good salmon tartine - Farmers Market Near Me - London, XGL

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Although not the largest market, it has an excellent selection of produce, bakeries, hot food vendors, and crafts of all sorts with vintage goods in the mix. The vibe is lovely and a great way to live like the locals. read more

My brief but beautiful love affair with London began at this very market. Fresh off the plane on a crisp, bright Saturday morning, we headed right for the plentiful stalls stuffed with meats, cheeses, homemade jams, baked goods and salmon as far as the eye could see, which is around Regent's Canal all the way to London Fields. Perusing with some locals, a cup of Climpson & Sons coffee in hand, I sampled pungent bleu cheeses, truffled salami, smoke salmon and hummus. Lunch was procured from the Bahn Mi truck parked along the way, along with Vietnamese coffee, and for dessert, we took a box full of Violet Cupcakes to go! If I was lucky enough to live along this market (I envy you, Miss Lizzie) I'd stock my cupboards and refrigerator with edibles from these local purveyors, no doubt carrying armload after armload of goodies into my apartment throughout the afternoon. read more

May 2010 Laura N must respectfully disagree with November 2009 Laura N and her seemingly strange Oreo cookie obsession. Countless loafs of bread, £1 vinyls, blocks of cheese, amazing cookies, Eat My Pie pies, Raihna Santa Roast Hog sandwiches, Spinach and Agushi boxes, pirate oysters the size of my face, fresh fruit smoothies, and Bahn Mi baguettes later have brought me to the conclusion that the middle of Broadway Market (meaning the fabulous stalls) are absolutely as good, dare I say if not even better than the outside crust of businesses. All in all, this is London's best market. There, I've said it. ... but I still hate the creamy middle of Oreos. It's just not right. read more

You really know you love somewhere when you actually move there. This happened. I fell in love with Broadway Market and now have a little flat of joy right on it. It feels like home and every Saturday my hangover is nursed back to reality with fish balls, iced coffee, cup cakes and more. I can even do "hair of the dog" and pop into The Dove for a cherry beer. This place isn't a 5 star market, it's 6 stars. They even have a little extension that flows over into the school at the end of the street. Make sure you take a moment to look around as they have even more yummy food there as well as handmade nik naks. read more

From what I hear this market had a MAJOR make over, and was near to extinction a few years ago, but from looking at it now, you would NEVER guess. I might be a bit biased since I live walking distance from the market, but it is SUCH a find! This market is EXACTLY what I love about living in the UK. friendly people, cute boys playing jazz music in the streets, pastries and other delicious delights sprinkled amongst handmade crafts and jewellery and hipster kids shopping from a vintage rack RIGHT THERE ON THE STREET! Every time I go there I always want to try something new, and I am never disappointed. I wish the market was running every day. read more

I have friends, people I even respect, who swear by the place.The positives: great food; great vegan food. The negatives: too many people; too many hipsters; too many hipster people. Too damn expensive. I want to like this place more, but I am just not cool/rich enough to embrace it properly. I'll certainly go back, but it's one of those places I'll go on an occasional basis, not weekly as I would if it really hit the spot. Tip: Go before 11am (preferably closer to 10am) to avoid the crowds and enjoy the stalls before the crush. read more

Quite possibly my new favourite London market. I'm coming up to 2 years of living in this fine city, and have been looking to go beyond the usual market scene of Borough/Spitalfields/Notting Hill/Camden mass tourist fare, so my friend (who lives within walking distance of this market - jealous!) suggested Broadway Market. It did not disappoint. Yes, there are flocks of East London hipster types that flock to the place around mid-day, but just roll up your jeans a bit, wear a checkered shirt, Ray-Bans and a jaunty hat and you'll blend in? The main attractions here are the food (so many stalls! so much variety! so little time!) -- I had a delicious bahn mi and a sweet yet strong Vietnamese iced coffee (with condensed milk is a must), delightfully sinful churros and chocolate, and sampled the many cheeses and pestos (though struggled to not try all the fudge). Other notables include cute little vintage clothing shops and stalls, and bookshops (especially the art bookshop) that threatened to rob me of my meager income. The market really does have a local non-tourist flavour, and I look forward to coming back at least once a month to have my East London awesomeness fix! read more

I've been to all the markets in London (well all the ones I can name at least!) over the years, and Broadway is certainly my favourite. There are several reasons - the main one being that it's easy to navigate, it's just up and down one long street and the stalls are set up in some degree of order (the majority of the hot food stands are at either ends with the produce and cakes etc and so on in the middle). Plus, it isn't just the market stands as there are decent shops and restaurants lining the route as well. I've certainly before taken some food and gone and sat down by the canal (at one end of the market) and watched boats go through the locks while eating a banh mi. But this particular trip reminded me why I love this market so. SO MANY DOGS. You've got the cat cafe in Shoreditch, well they could happily brand this a dog market and they wouldn't have to change a thing. If you come along on a warm day, you'll see at least thirty dogs of various shapes and sizes as you walk around. Quite a lot of French Bulldogs, plus a lot of whippets and then a cross section of other breeds - on this occasion a couple of British Bulldogs, a Shiba Inu, various small white fluffies and a very cute dachshund that I got to stoke. Street food, shopping and dogs? What else could you ever possibly want to do on a summer's Saturday afternoon. read more

If you hate hipsters, you're probably better off not coming down here on a Saturday afternoon. The number of vintage shades, artfully distressed high-waist denim shorts and bare ankles with turned-up trousers will probably make your stomach turn. But! If you're willing to overlook the crowd (or, like I do, think of them as amazing fodder for people-watching - hello, girl in see-thru mesh jumpsuit), Broadway Market is a sweet little place to hang out with your post-Friday hangover. Unlike Spitalfields and Brick Lane, it hasn't yet been swarmed by tourists looking to see 'edgy London', and it's small enough to feel like a bustling local hotspot. It's got genuinely cheap vintage clothing - I got a Jaeger jacket here for a tenner. The Vietnamese iced coffee (ask for condensed milk) is addictive. The curries are great. In fact, most of the food here is amazing - it's like Borough Market minus the screeching crowds and the confusing, cavern-like mass of stalls. Here, you can wander around, do a quick recce in twenty minutes, grab your food and then head over to London Fields to sit on the grass. read more

I don't understand why anyone would go to Borough Market when this exists... you can sit outside and eat Pho on stools, listen to some live music, get a purse, eat a brownie, test your emotional boundaries with haggis, pick up fish for dinner and do so without the hassle of having to go to Central London and deal with Central London people. My point... and now that I'm scrolling through the sidebar while writing this and seeing everyone else's points.... is that you're getting some of the same or similar stalls as other markets but the atmosphere is so much better. It's also in my neighbourhood and I'm lazy.... so good thing it's better than the other markets. read more

This little gem of a place, found in the East End is becoming the new hot spot for the new wave of 'bright young things' in London. Every Saturday this quiet little street, just below London Fields park, is taken over my the Farmers Style Market and a mob of trendy Londoners. The market boasts fresh produce varying between fruits, vegetables, fish, colorful organic cupcakes, quiche, falafel, cakes, and my two personal favorites: hog roast sandwiches and French savoury crepes. No market in London would be complete without the vintage stalls selling clothes and accessories as does this one (get your checked shirts here!). 'The Dove' and 'The Cat and Mutton' are the local pubs of Broadway Market and are both worth a look. Broadway Market is definitely worth a visit on a sunny Saturday, however, beware of the crowds and if you want a seat in the pubs, get there early! Also, put your trendiest casual gear on, as this place appears to be populated by the fashion top of the crops. Last time I was there I saw two people using single-wheeled bicycles as a mode of transportation! read more

A lot of the same food stalls as Borough Market - tourists / hipsters and sunshine = happy times. Good for strolling, actual grocery shopping, AND lunching. Get some bread, cheese, snacks, fruit, vietnamese coffee, etc. Go sit in London Fields in the sun and enjoy your picnic! read more

My favourite market in all of London - Borough Market is cool to visit when you're on holiday, but this is the market where the people who actually live in London like to shop ;) There's everything you could ask for - fresh fruit and veg, meats, fish, bread, pastries, and the hot take aways are something else. Curries, stews, peri peri chicken, banh mis, pasta, and traditional English fare are just some of your tasty options. I recommend coming with friends who like to share so you can try a bit of everything. There's also a few stalls selling jewelry, tote bags and the like so you can pick up a few gifts for your people back home. Permanent shops along the street are also having a look around whatever piques your interest. read more

Warning: Hipsters alert! To those saying Broadway Market is Borough without the crowds is really doing this place an injustice because it has its own distinctive vibe. It's more little village town market with locals hanging out in the pubs and cafes. You won't find the crazy tourists wielding massive SLRs here, but you will find more East London hipsters than you could poke with a stick. You'll also find amazing treats like fish balls, bahn mi, cheese twists, insanely good hummus, nutty brownies, disappointing pierogies, tiny pies with delicious fillings. Yes, you guessed it, we tasted everything. The best way to do this market is an initial sweep and taste all the mini versions of things. Whatever you do, get a Vietnamese iced coffee. Sure it's fattening but when it's this good, you just don't care. Don't forget to visit all the stalls with handmade craft items, face creams and little trinkets. Cutesville! read more

One of the best markets in London that I know of, for a few reasons: - It's close to the Canal, which makes it really cool to get there by bike or walking. - It's got a huge variety of food stands, which makes it a really hard choice when you're looking for lunch or a snack. - There are great pubs and restaurants nearby,in which to shelter in case there's a storm coming. - The crowd is quite interesting, with lots of expats, artists and hipsters to cross your eyes with. - The prices are cheaper than borough market, whilst displaying some same products. What else ?!? ;) read more

Right, I know this might not be an useful review and is more to be interpreted as an I was here dribble, but what the hell: Shout out to broadway market! Although all lovely food on offer was taunting me and I didn't get to chance to sample any, I absolutely loved this market! It combines 2 of my favorite things, food and of beat fashion. Since we'd pigged out for lunch at Beagle shortly before visiting the market, all that was left was to go through the recks of second hand clothing, which turned out to be quite succesful (well, at least for my mom) Me holding up a shirt and showing it to my mom, hoping she would ask me how much and saying: you like it, ow let me get it for you. Well, that didn't quite go as expected as she did buy the shirt, but kept it for herself. Needless to explain the joy I felt the next morning when my mom said the shirt didn't fit her well. This jubilee however lasted shortly as I discovered the shirt would've fit her had she had worn it correctly. Oh well, at least I did end up scoring some great custom made artisan chocolate strawberry and coconut marshmallows read more

Simply the best Market in London (and I've been to all of them), and good for every occasion. I took dates, family and friends here and everyone loves it. If you want a taste of authentic London, come here to mingle with East Londoners! An abundance of stands and places to grab a pint, buy fresh produce from pasta to meat to olive oil and quite simply the best selection of fresh street food there is! Try the shrimp burger, and make sure to stop by Netil Market afterwards! read more

Broadway Market - Farmers Market Near Me - London, XGL

Just like much of this area of London, Broadway market is populated by a combination of the extremely poor and the extremely cool. The shops and cafes that line this narrow street reflect this demographic. There's a methadone clinic opposite a gourmet deli; a Pilates centre beside a pie a & mash shop. But on Saturday the place comes alive with I would consider to be one of London's best food markets. Try the Vietnamese iced coffee, or an uber creamy latte from Climpsons, whose sandwiches, french toast and date slices are also legendary. For lunch you could have a burger topped with Stilton and fried egg from Northfield Farm, or if meat ain't your thing, a haloumi burger from the Veggie Table. Aside from food there's also bikes, incense, vintage clothes, designer lingerie and bargain vinyl. Its best on a hot summer's day when nearby London Fields fills up with trendies, ice cream vans and buskers, creating something of a carnival atmosphere. But its enjoyable any time of the year. My one criticism of the market would be that although it might appear to newcomers to be a genuine farmers market, only a fraction of the stalls are certified organic or run by small-scale and local primary producers. Indeed, the majority are mini-franchises with pay-rolled staff and sister establishments in other markets across the city. Having said that, for spectacle, excellent coffee, some hangover-beating comfort food, and sheer fun on a Saturday morning, you can't beat it. read more

Love this street food market. It's always busy and packed when I go on a Saturday. There's so many food stalls to choose from and also restaurants and coffee shops on both sides of the street. If that wasn't enough, there's also an bit around the corner called the Schoolyard Market and Netil Market with more food stalls. My favourites are the soup dumplings from DumplingShack, sweet and pretty meringues from Meringue Girls, the lobster tortellini from La Tua pasta and the fried chicken and pork buns from Bao. I've heard the buttermilk fried chicken burgers from Butchies are amazing too but haven't tried it yet. So definitely worth a visit if you haven't been yet and make sure you go on an empty stomach so you can go and stuff yourself!! read more

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This market is almost perfect - small, filled with great takeaway food, and replete with other hand-made goodies. We met Victoria, the stationary designer behind Clear Creations, and I would have loved to see more stands like her stand. The food options were however quite perfect for me. Banh mi 11 - beautiful, crisp, crunchy baguette with lovely pickled vegetables and great pate (meat itself could have been more plentiful), regular sandwich - 2,50 Bratwurst guy - awesome crunch, cooked to perfection - 3,50 Roast pork sandwich on ciabatta - LOVED the pork and applesauce, slightly more pricey at 4,80 Indian food - homey and NOT oily thali - came with dal, aloo and some great sauce - 5,50 (but very filling) We also bought some divine truffle olive oil at a stand that allowed us to try more than a dozen oils. There was also a tasting of fresh pumpkin and goat cheese pasta - of course the Mr. had to buy it (they ran out but we got pumpkin and ricotta and it was great). Great way to spend an hour or 2 - come here hungry and be prepared to bring home goodies! read more