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London Bridge (Jubilee, Northern)
Borough (Northern)
Thu 11:00 - 17:00
Fri 12:00 - 18:00
Sat 9:00 - 16:00
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My god. A foodie wet dream. I simply must come back to London with time to cook a proper meal.
Ostrich meat? sure i'll take some! Stalls of fantastic beers from around the world? absolutely! Olive bars that blow away the best Italian markets i've visited in the states? Sure, why not?
I could easily blow so much cash here, if only ANYTHING here could be brought back with me to the states without either going sour or getting me into trouble with customs. I am highly, highly impressed and cannot wait to come back and explore it in more depth.
I adore outdoor markets because they are a full sensory experience - they also bring out the indulgent side in everyone. You are willing to buy things you've never tried before and spend more than you might for an item you could easily find (similarly) at the grocery store. I've lived in Barcelona (La Boqueria) and Melborne (Queen Victoria Market) and I love to explore the local markets.
I've been to the Borough Market a few times since moving to London and now that the weather's warmed it's so much more enjoyable! There are loads of stalls open and you can find treats of every shape and size for any palatte.
Neal's Yard is a cheese lover's dream. Anyone can be 'the Goldilock's of Cheese' here as they staff cuts off samples of any cheese you want to taste and you can look for something firmer, softer, stronger, milder, moldier, etc. The shop is on a small street just beyond the stalls of the market and well worth a visit.
The stall with beers from around the world is also a great stop. It's not inexpensive, but it's one of the only places in the world outside of Brugge I know I can regularly find Brugge Zot (from De Haalve Man Brewery). Fun to pick up a mix & match of bottles and have yourself a beer tasting with friends as well since they sell everything by the bottle.
Plenty of fruit & veg stalls stand stide-by-side with unique one-off stalls with creations like white truffle honey and lemon, chili and cardamom jelly, and mushroom pate.
The prepared food area has a good selection, too. Plenty of meat options (sausages, chorizo, paella, seafood and chicken thai green curry, etc.) and then there's the grilled cheese man. Massive wheels of cheese are cut into small masses and placed under a heat lamp until they bubble and brown. Then they cheese is either scraped onto bread and toasted in a panini-like machine or scraped en masse onto a jacket potato and topped with gherkins and pearl onions. I went for the grilled cheese version and yesterday's cheese was raclette. It changes depending on availability of cheese I think. Yum!
You can also pop into one of the pub's just outside the market (there is one near Neal's Yard) or take your lunch to the Southwark Cathedral, which is just next door, and sit on the grounds to enjoy your meal and the view.
Bring a camera, cash and an appetite! It's an easy walk from the London Bridge tube stop.
This place is amazing! Tucked under a bridge just as you cross the river Thames south on the London Bridge, you make a right and there it is. A sublime collection of purveyors of some of the freshest meats and vegetables you will see. I am form Atlanta and will defend to the death the Dekalb Farmer's Market there, but this place has what the YDFM doesn't. It has personality. It has variety and options. What I mean by that is that each stand is run by independent owners. As you walk down the market's main walkway, a veritable explosion of color and activity comes right at you.
Since I am staying in a hotel I really couldn't partake in all the market has to offer, but as a lover of all that is gastronomic, I knew what I was experiencing. The variety is what I can't get over.
I visited three stands.
1. A meat market that was selling meat pies of all varieties. It wa bustling with activity. I think I need to go back and buy one.
2. A small stand with all types of pork. -- I saw to guys sitting on the curb destroying these sandwiches that smelled great. I had to ask them where they got it. Mouths stuffed with food, they could only point and gesture just how good it was and that I needed to get one. It was tucked behind the aforementioned meat market. For the first time in England, I was looking forward to British food AND it didn't disappoint. I got a pork belly sandwich that was cooked to perfection. I am going back for more. That's for sure.
3. The third was a little wine store that was chock full of wines from around the world, but mainly France which are my favorite. You could try a number of them and they could talk to all bottles in detail. They actually had visited the vineyard form whence the Pouilly Fuisse I was trying came from. I really wanted to buy it but didn't have the ability to carry it considering I was planning on walking hours longer with my camera bag. I think I might just go there on my way to the airport and get it.
All in all, it's a great experience and one I will go back to rain or shine.
OMFG please make time to go to this place!!!
If you love food and want to know what food heaven looks like, go here. I, unfortunately, am going straight to hell so I am glad I got to experience something so wonderful in my life time.
Conveniently located near the London Bridge stop on the tube, this is an outdoor "farmers market" that seems to go on and on and on. Do a sweep like I did, you'll get to see what looks best to you before you dig your teeth in. My travel mates went for the first thing that looked good to them and ended up too full to take advantage of the many wonderful things they saw as they continued to walk around.
The sights and smells will have you making your O face over and over again; I don't know if I've seen anything like it back in the states. I finally decided on a Doner Kabob type sandwich, a little bit of a curry dish, an iced latte from a coffee place that was -amazing- and a small portion of creme brule.
This place is weekends only (I think) and can get very, very packed. Bring your patience and more importantly, bring your appetite and cash. You won't be disappointed.
I've been to Boqueria in Barcelona, I've been to Mercado Municipal in Sao Paulo, and I've been to Pike St. Market in Seattle. All are incredibly sick, fresh markets...now
Borough Market came into my life and changed the whole game on me...
This place is foodie heaven, make no mistake about it folks. From seafood to cheese to meat, whatever it is you want, they have got it and it is probably going to be one of the best "fill in the blank" that you have ever had.
A few highlights that you should really make sure and not miss: First, do yourself a favor and get a raclette sandwich from the cheese people. I don't even like grilled cheese and I would consider giving up my first born for another one just like it hear in the states. Second, go try the diver scallops. If you like scallops you are going to love these! And lastly, go to monmouth coffee house and end your meal the right way with one of their amazing lattes. If you like food, you need to visit this market. Its a bucket list stop for any true self respecting foodie out there.
Also, I found a chocolate shop with a salted caramel, banana brioche that I was unable to try because they were sold out...please somebody go eat that thing and tell me how it was!!!
I hail from the land of farmers' markets and delicious local food. It's called California. Until I came to this market, I'd never really enjoyed the food in Britain. It was at best a solid meal and nothing more, and usually much worse. Sorry but it's true. I hear the food has gotten better in Britain.
Anyway... there's everything here including truffles, cheeses, olives, sausages, sweets (omg there's this crazy good Banana Banoffee - proununced banfy - that you must find). Also it's a nice experience in a nice setting.
Now if you're a tourist passing through, don't worry because there's plenty for you to eat on the spot. It's not just produce and meats for you to cook at home. I would definitely have a meal here by buying from the various stalls.
After a visit to St. Paul's Cathedral and a walk over the Millennium Footbridge, we wandered down to Borough Market.
It was after 4:00 and most purveyors were packing up. That's when I heard a sweet voice saying something about juice. Before I knew it, I was sipping a gorgeous gratis grapefruit juice. To think, I saved that juice from being heartlessly chucked in the bin. I was glad to do my part in reducing food waste; I felt nearly like a freegan!
I do believe this was the first and only time I've been glad to be late to market.
CHEESE...heavenly cheese! About a third of the trader stalls were devoted to cheese. And don't forget about Neal's Yard near Monmouth, it literally has floor to ceiling shelves of cheese.
Pick up a loaf of bread from Rhodes and a bottle of wine from Borough Wines, and you'll have an amazing picnic.
...or you can jazz it up with Dulce de Leche spread, or cranberry and elderflower jam. Did I mention the organic, fresh fruits? And they have Indian curry, and Greek sandwiches, and Chorizo hot off the grill!
You know that part in Charlotte's Web when Templeton is left by himself when the carnival ends to feast on all the half eaten fair food and he starts singing? That's how I felt when I got to the Borough Market on Friday afternoon. I mean, we have some great farmer's markets in California, but this was the most professional, clean, exciting food market I'm every seen.
I hadn't anticipating buying much but I walked away with strawberries, peaches, romaine lettuce, bell peppers, avocados, yogurt raisins, gluten-free granola, cinnamon-chocolate covered almonds, salted caramels, (for my mother) a delicious curry for lunch and a chocolate croissant for later. All for under 30 pounds. That's CRAZY TALK.
I will definitely be back, likely next weekend. Go if you need kill some time, have a hankering for fresh produce or are hungry but have no money. There are samples everywhere. Cheese, sausage, hummus, chocolate, sliced meats, tomatoes, berries, baked goods, anything and everything.
Go.
Borough Market doesn't really require much introduction or explanation so let's keep this short and sweet.
It sells everything food-related, from exquisite brownies to any type of cheese you could want. Surpassingly fresh and varied seasonal produce. Sublime beers and wines. Mouth-watering and life-changing food to eat on the go (from chorizo sandwiches to raclette).
If you take food seriously, you can't help but love Borough. Sure, it can be very busy and packed with gormless tourists who deserve a smack in the back of their bumbling, dawdling heads instead of access to the bounties of the market, but that's the price one must pay to enter gourmet nirvana.
Special mention to the Ginger Pig butchers, Neal's Yard Dairy and Brindisa for meat, dairy and deli respectively, but everyone there is great. Try to check out Gorwydd Caerphilly, as well as the chaps who do the red wine matured cheese (Umbracano, or something?).
My mouth is watering just thinking about all the treats available /sigh
Seriously, stop reading and just go (only open Thursday-Saturday sadly). And try to go earlier rather than later - post 10.30 it gets really busy, and towards 3.30 various stalls start wrapping up. Go there for 9am in my opinion, if you can!
Pure deliciousness and such a great way to spend a Friday or Saturday morning! There is an incredible range of food and it's all so delicious! Grab stuff to eat there or pick up some goodies to take home (usually my M.O.) -- either way, you'll be more than satisfied. Best food market in London, hands down!
As a Yelper, I would imagine we are foodies at heart. We envision a world that could be full of sustainable food and the banishment of Telco, HEB's, and Sainsbury's. My traveling mate told me that he wanted me to check out the Borough Market since he knew my love of all things fresh and yummy. We jumped off the London Bridge tube stop and made our way down to the market. I will have to admit, the most impressive food court I had ever since was the Harrod's food halls.. errr "Not anymore" (one of my favorite quotes from a Pink Panther movie when the inspector just trashed a priceless Steinway piano)...
This wonderful place was a cornucopia of smells, sounds, and sights to please a foodies senses... I would imagine you could get anything your little heart desired here. From Zebra to Oysters... yes I said Zebra.. there is a stall which sells exotic meats and Zebra was one of them! I mean where the hell do you get Zebra? I would imagine they can live somewhere in the British Isles, but where I have no idea. The fruit and veg stands were incredible. The colours were all about making for perfect pictures.
There are stands with pastries and breads.. one stand was selling freshly cooked curries in 2 huge 3.5 feet woks. Folks were lining up to taste and to purchase. Fresh made jams... cured meats.... homemade granola and Cheeses... The Cheeses were my particular favorite. I must admit I walked by the Wall of Stichelton and just stopped and stared.. it was most impressive. And the sample taste.. fantastic.. God I wished I lived in London again so I could spend most of my weekly paycheck here.
One great thing I found was everyone was offering you samples to taste and I didn't once feel the pressure to purchase anything. The folks behind the stalls were all very friendly and happy to share with you information about what they had available.
This is absolutely a must visit for those of us who love all things food, although I must admit, I couldn't find any Giraffe.. which was a bit of a let down... NOT
ZOMG. I LOVE THIS!
Seriously, hands down one of the most interesting, broad-range open-air markets, I've been to. I thought the ones in San Francisco were impressive....nope, this one's got 'em beat!
So many different products, of food, organic products (i.e. soaps), and other fun things. There was a huge array in cuisines, breads, cheeses, desserts, candies, chocolates, sauce, condiments, oils, etc. I could go on and on about this place....
Not only does this place have plenty of produce but it also has a lot of food stands......my stomach wanted to climb outta my body as I was walking through this place. Speaking of walking through......this place is HUGE too, it covers more than 'one little lot'....just follow the SIGNS.
We did not get to go through alllll of it, but it was worth the 30+ minutes of wandering around, going with the busy flow, and listening to the sales going on.
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My only minus, was this very RUDE person behind a jams' stand, the one who totes 60% fruit.. (Trust me, you cannot miss it, at all with all the signs he puts up about the 60% fruit!) He had about 10-12 different jams to try....so I did. Then I was deciding which one to buy, as he asking me 'if he could be of assistance' I shook my head and stood there trying to decide between the awesome gooseberry elderflower and delicious blackberry and apple bloom. But then he said, "Well if you're not going to buy, don't try anything." WTH. I smiled, thinking he was just joshing. He then said, "I'm serious, I am running a business, if you're not going to buy anything, don't try anything!" and then proceeded to dismiss me, by helping the person behind me.
You put 10-12 different jams for people to sample, and I only sampled about a half dozen and he gives me this NASTY attitude? You can keep your damned jars of FRUIT JAMS, as you've just lost the 10-20 quids you could have earned from me. I was PISSED and just left. What a pompous ASS.
I may be American but I don't deserve to be treated with such a condescending attitude. Last time I checked, I was a potential customer, not an errant child to be reprimanded. (Yes, I am posting a picture of him with his stand, as I have no idea what the name of his 'company' is but you've been warned!)
greeattt i love it
Love love love love love!
Really.
All the fresh food you can possibly fill you bag with to take away from all the vendors, all the food you can eat right there from all the vendors, surrounded by even more great restaurants and bars and a very short walk from having a lovely stroll along the Thames. Absolutely a must whenever visitors are in town especially Americans who are just oh too used to getting all of their food from supermarkets.
Only negative I can think is the lady who sells Mexican sauces hasn't been around in the organic area lately and dear, I really need me some mole poblano sauce por favor!!!!
Ta Daa...200th Review and of course I am going to write one on the Mecca for Foodies - Borough Market!
This amazing food market dates back to the 13th century! It is a visual and sensory pleasure walking around the stalls here which are filled with fresh produce, meats, breads,cheeses, coffees, jams, preserves, hams, chocolates, fruits, and most of the vendors let you sample their wares. This place really has incredible quality foods.
Centrally located the market is within walking distance from many famous british landmarks (The Millenium Bridge, London Dungeons, River Thames etc).
If you can make it, please come here you won't be disappointed. After bustling through the crowds (yes it gets crowded), you can enjoy a proper london "boozer" at the Market Porter Pub.
Tips:
* Only open on Friday and Saturday
* Come a little before 11.30am if you want to get lunch at a pub. After that time they get crowded with business folk coming out to get lunch.
* Want to enjoy a pint in a pub and chat with the locals do it before 4pm, after that the pubs are filled with business people getting off work and coming out for a drink.
Neal's Yard and comte cheese, Monmouth Coffee, lovely sandwiches (I can't seem to find lovely delicatessens in west central London), tasty granola, PROPER GARLIC and banana shallots, and the tastiest tomato stand from the Isle of Wight. So many things to love. Frankly, not terribly more expensive than the grocery chains for fruit and veg.
Do not go on weekends, where baby strollers will encounter your toes. I don't understand it really. It's hard enough keeping your eyes on where you are going with the smells distracting you, but somehow you are supposed to take care of your shopping so you don't sideswipe another market-goer and not trip over a stroller? So difficult. Fridays are the day to go, if you don't miss a few stands that come on Saturday.
Oh my goodness!
The Borough Market was amazing...it it now the gold standard of foodie markets for me!
I was in awe as I was walking through - looking at truly farmer / producer owned shops...friendly people, samples galore...and just decadence around every corner.
yes, there were the more expensive booths...but there were some amazing hidden cheap gems in there as well...the pots de creme at one of the dairy stands was insane. I think it was about 1.5 pounds - and just lovely. The grilled cheese sandwich I had from the raclette stand was killer - flavorful, pungent cheese with leeks and other yummies. I was in heaven.
I could have spent all day wandering around and admiring all the goodies.
This needs to be a stop on any food lovers visit to London. Or, even if you aren't a food lover - but want something completely different than the food hall at Harrods.
Food stalls selling locally grown produce which gives business to England's hard working farmers. The market also has other fine food stalls from the traditional English pie man to Italian truffles and everything in between.
I have nothing short of love for Borough market, its a foodie's paradise
It's been a long time since I've been here and nothing much has changed the food is still as good as ever and its still one of my favourite places in London - I think its the smell gets me every time
Also the juice bar in the market epic
Borough Market could potentially be the greatest farmers market on Earth. Seriously, I went through sensory meltdown with all the food on show. Everywhere I looked, more food. The sights and smells are truly enticing.
I learnt a few weeks ago exactly what goes into a pork pie (trust me you don't want to know), yet I still almost emptied my wallet on the ones being sold. Bring a wedge of cash with you because if you like food you will be in foodvarna.
Now for the bad side of Borough. You remember Peter Petrelli from the TV show Heroes? In the first series he was fated to go nuclear and blow up the city. I felt like doing that very thing after spending 10mins in the market. To many people, unable to put one foot in front of the other in any kind of coherent manner. I wanted to destroy them, all of those flaming zombie walkers... Aaaagh!
Apart from the above rant, Borough Market is a phenomenon of foodie goodness. If you haven't been, sort it out and get down there.
Since I came back to the States after living in London for a while, I have never ceased to miss the Borough Market and my friends (who remain in the UK) seem to like to remind me every time they go.
I went nearly every Saturday, to stock up on fresh produce and cheese (from Neal's Yard Dairy next door) and artisan bread and bulk items. What a WONDERLAND! There is just SO much wonderful foodie goodness!!
It can get extremely crowded, but I found that if I went near the end of the day, it was a little more manageable.
I miss my weekly raclette and sitting in the courtyard of the church next door eating my makeshift picnic lunch! Next visit to London, I will definitely be making a return!
lovely, but expensive. but yes, lovely wins out.
Honestly, this might be in my top 5 favorite places in the world!
Between the delicious coffee, cheeses, sausages.. mulled wine..the awesome Cider guy.. the jams, the breads... I could go on for days.
Coming here was my favorite thing that we did in London! Don't miss it.
A must for anyone wanting to experience London.
This remarkable place is perfect for all lovers of food. With everything from fresh kangaroo burgers to apple strudels, you can find just about any kind of food you like.
Even if you're not going to buy anything, there are tons of free samples, and the incredible aromas alone are enough to make a visit worth it.
This market made me decide to move to London. And I don't even like to cook.
When we visited London, trying to decide whether to live there or not, I was a bit hesitant until I walked into this market. Overflowing with flowers, cheese, fruit, wine, chocolate, coffee, in short, many of the best things life has to offer, I couldn't resist London for a second more. I was swept into an Audrey Hepburn movie. Whenever I go back there today, I get the same feeling. Is that romance in the air?
If you can, get the seafood curry cooked on the huge metal pot in the middle of the market, in a seafood stand. It's AMAZING. For 5 pounds you will be happy for the rest of the day.
Awesome, every time. And every time I find something new, inside and out - like the insanely fresh and moist chicken wrap stand or the fab cheese shop that gives tasty samples around the corner from the market.
I highly recommend coming on Thursday afternoons, and more so when its drizzly outside to avoid the crowds and get some deals from vendors (at closing we scored hot pies for only 3 quid that needed to be eaten...we gladly volunteered.)
Go here.
Visit the Cider Guy and get a pint of his cider.
Walk around and sample the cheeses etc & sip your cider.
Then repeat.
If only we had an equivalent to Borough Markets in the US! I LOVE farmers markets, and I LOVE this place. Insanely crowded on weekends, but the diversity (and QUALITY!) of food is incredible. I love the Mediterranean wraps stand.... yummy falafel and hummus wrap. The cheese stands are awesome. My friend tried the cheese, chips and pickles (?) stand near the front. It looked like greasy deliciousness. Mushroom pate is great. The desserts are to die for. Goodness, do I love the baked goods.
If you're a foodie, this place is for you. If you hate crowds and don't enjoy food, then I'd avoid coming here so you don't take up space that us foodies need to wander around the stalls.
I miss Borough Market. Oh, and London.
I could eat here every day and get mas gordo doing so.
This foodie-tastic wonderland of stalls can and should be enjoyed for hours.
Absolutely INCREDIBLE delicacies await you at Borough Market
We stocked up for an Afternoon Tea at our friends' lovely Hammersmith flat, with such yummy treats as:
Homemade Scones
Fresh Blueberries & Strawberries
Homemade Strawberry Jam
Fresh Veggies
But the *star* of the outing & the hit of our Tea was the freshest Gorgonzola Cheese I've ever tasted! This thing was only aged 30 days so it was creamy, runny & loaded w/ blue mold. Spreadable, delightful & yummiful!!
Be sure to go early & prevent claustrophobia due to ALL the people
Well you all know Borough Market, so I won't wax endlessly about the myriad purveyors of fine and very pricey foods. I will however suggest you go there after 4pm on a Saturday as the market is closing and the prices can take a dive. I picked up two packs of delicious sausages and a wonderful pie from Sillfield farm for £10 and a Guinea Fowl for £4 from Northfield Farm this Saturday past.
This is a foodie's paradise! My landlady warned me that when I came here, I would never want to leave and that is exactly what happened. A friend and I came and tasted, bought, and savoured so much food that I wasn't sure we were going to be able to get all of our shopping home.
The prices are really reasonable and you get amazing quality. Many of the vendors will give you samples of items if you're not quite exactly sure of what you want, and of course, many of them will also haggle with the price.
There are also plenty of ready-made food there for you to eat whilst doing your shopping and the shop keepers are more than willing to give you advice on what pairs well with what you've just bought.
Borough market is without doubt one of the world's great markets, steeped in history it has the ability to turn someone brought up on a diet of ready made minute meals into the most avid foodie. From the butchers and their carcasses to the grocers with their carrots and dirty roots, nowhere is the relationship between plate, origin and the people in between so clear.
Having lived in London for nearly seven years this was my one true love. While not exactly close enough to be classified as my local you would see me here more Saturdays than not - rain, rain or just maybe shine.
You were always guaranteed to return with a set of random goods that collectively made little sense but individually were so complete. Plump and juicy broad beans waiting to be buttered, rhubarb that was strikingly visual and unnaturally bright. Stitchelton so heavenly that I wanted to cast aside modern vanities and aggressively fatten up, a small portion of Joselito grand reserve, the sweetest, nuttiest ham known to man.
After each foray I would return to stand on the street outside the Southwark tavern, a pint of Franziskaner in hand and a broad smile of contentment. This place makes people happy, it really does, how I miss.
My first stop, upon arriving in London (and dropping my bags at my lodging in Bayswater), was Borough Market. Having seen one of Samantha Brown's shows about it, I was determined to experience the Market and try the grilled cheese sandwich she'd raved about.
Well, I got there quite easily (the Tube is such fun, coming from NYC subways....) at about 11:30 on Saturday morning, and started at Neal's Dairy (yummy cheese and breads, oh my!), and then simply wandered through, purchasing spices and sweets and whatever caught my eye. Yes, there were crowds, but I'm from New York City and SO accustomed to crowds that they didn't bother me in the least. People were friendly and pleasant.
And I found those grilled cheese sandwiches. The vendor is in the section right by the church courtyard (lovely place to sit and savor your fab lunch!), and worth the wait. Those things are fan-bloody-tastic!!!!
Bring lots of cash, if you are a foodie like me, you will be in hog heaven!! This will definitely be on my "must-do" list whenever I'm in London!
In my version of Heaven, the God of Food swoops down from On High, lifts me up, and deposits me in Borough Market.
Honestly.
The one bad thing about Borough Market ... How can one visit another market after having been there? In addition to having all sorts of produce from local growers and a fantastic selection of meat & seafood, it is also a foodie heaven. Preserves, coffees, candied gingers, chocolates, baked goods, .... I can go on. No matter where you go and which corner you turn, you are compelled to look at what everybody else is eating and carrying. If you are looking for food, just look at what everybody is eating: green curry seafood stew, Portuguese egg tarts, raclettes, .... There are also a handful of gourmet restaurants in the market for those who want to enjoy a table linen and a glass of wine.
The best part for me is to grab your lunch purchase, find a grassy spot to sit down and enjoy watching everything else that goes on around you.
Go! Just go! Borough Market is the greatest market for anyone who enjoys food.
Busiest at lunchtime, it's best to visit early. You'll find fresh produce, fresh juice, meats, cheeses, and food stands. The food stands are to die for -- tables of baklava, stacks of brownies, trays of tarts, freshly friend fish, broiled cheese, steaming soups, falafel ....
The market is just off the tube so easy to get to and from. I can't imagine how often I would shop there if I lived in London. I would gain so much weight.
Well .... in all fairness this market has a huge variety. It is quite enjoyable to walk around and have a look. From good french food to spanish chorizo, you get them all.
My biggest problem with this place, are its prices. There are loads of good places in london where you can find similar stuff at cheaper prices. Example fresh fish, if you go billings gate market or @ some local fish monger, the prices would atleast go down by 30 %.
The thing is, you get them all here under one roof so it is worth a trip if you have never been here before.
I wish I could give even more stars. Extrordinary market. I lived in London for 4 months, and there was not one week that I did not make it to this market (ok fine, maybe I missed one, but that was only because I was traveling for the weekend). This market holds near and dear to my heart, not only because of the amazing food it serves up, but because of the bounty of friendly vendors that I have chatted it up with here (the olive guy, the procuitto man, the granola lady) Everyone who lives in or visits London, MUST visit Borough Market. It's the best way that you can spend some £s on wonderfully tasty gourmet food. Then, to walk your lunch off, you can stroll along the Thames, now isn't that a great way to start the weekend?
Note: its open 3 days of the week:
Thursday-slow, not all vendors are there.
Friday-best day..everyone is there, not as busy as Saturdays, Saturday: AVOID AVOID AVOID unless you want to get stepped on and wait 30 minutes for a cup of coffee.
I've had almost all the foods from all the stands, but here are a few that really shine:
+Pork belly sandwich with applesauce: Roast To-Go £6 (worth every penny) near the large produce market
+Seared fresh scallops over stir fry, topped with freshly crisped bacon all served out of the scallop shell: Shellseekers (£4.50)
+The BEST and ultimate sausage roll (it's the size of a can of fanta): Ginger Pig, £2
+Anchovy stuffed olives: Borough Olives (Jubilee market), £3.50 for the small)
+Banoffee Pie: From a glass case along with cheesecakes, and a puzzle cake, £2.50. The brownies here are also the best in the market (believe me, I've tried all of them)
+Smoked pork sausage on a baguette £4.50: Next to Jamaican pasties and the giant Paella
+Gruyere Vieux: a nice and malty gruyere from the gruyere cheese stand in Jubilee Market £22/kilo
+Buffalo di Mozzerella & Procuitto de Parma (Sometimes, they have a buy one get one free offer!)
+Bratwurst £4
+wheat free-gluten free Ginger Granola: Mini Magoo's, £6 for small bag
+Garlic oil, Truffle oil, balsamic glazes from the Olive Oil Company, high quality olive oils and balsamic well worth the £7
+Carrot Orange Lemon juice: from the Juice and Soup people right across from the Curry Pots, £2
+Mulled wine (during winter)
Foods I would skip:
The chorizo sandwich for £4: It's too much bread to chorizo ratio--even for the double chorizo.---overrated!
Any of the steak sandwiches or burgers.
The chicken burger
The £7 paella. You can get an amazing one for £5.50 (large) at Covent Garden (thats a whole nother post.. :)
The food, the knowledge, and the whole experience you get from this market is incomparable to anything you have ever been to. This is the ultimate foodie's dream.
Neighborhood: Notting Hill
Neighborhood: Westminster
Neighborhood: Southwark
Neighborhood: Shoreditch
Neighborhood: London Fields
Not just the markets themselves, but the tucked…
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Some spots around London that bring out the…
Three Americans spend five days in London. Can we…
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The highlights of my trip to London. It's too bad…
