St George's Market

"I ate the day/ Deliberately, that its tang/ Might quicken me all into verb, pure verb." -Seamus Heaney (1939-2013) A bit random but still orderly, St. George's Market is a mix of vendors that include freshly cooked food, artisanal items, antiques and yes, everything you can expect in a market including fresh vegetables, cheeses, and fresh fish. The market offers a variety of local products, unusual items, and delicious delights, making it a must-see location for everyone visiting Belfast. I was here for coffee and breakfast, enjoying a cortado from one vendor while my breakfast bap was prepared by another. Most accept credit cards but you'll want to have cash just in case - the bap guy had forgotten his credit card machine! [Review 1909 of 2024 - 886 in United Kingdom - 22931 overall]

A fun stop and a great place to wander around. Most of the proprietors were very nice and wanted you to enjoy the experience. The usual good soaps and local delicacies. The standout was the olive stand. Many old collectibles as well made this a two time stop for us. Great food to grab as well. Enjoy.

If you are in Belfast for just one morning, you must stop by this market. The best thing I got was the fish chowder followed by the Cuban sandwich. The Irish tacos were made with cold meat so not great but their sauce was good. The vegan cinnamon roll was underbaked and dense. It does get crowded and people bring dogs. The area felt safe and I never felt like I would get pick pocketed. A few stands only take cash but most also take card.

What a totally cool place! We only had a couple of hours to spend in Belfast, and stumbled upon St. George's Market while walking from the Lanyon Place Station. There were so many vendors selling everything under the sun, and so many different kinds of delicious food on offer. It was almost a carnival atmosphere! Before we knew it, our time was up and we had to head back to the station. This is an attraction you don't want to miss if you're in Belfast when the market is open.

Nice selection of food and coffees to get your morning started. Live music and the freshest of seafood from the docks. Lots of smiling happy faces. Produce stands and purveyors of an assortment of local crafts. Live music too! Operates Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

I happen to stumble across St. George's Market in Belfast, UK. While I was wandering around inside the market, I was delighted to find a variety of pop up local food options and not existing restaurants that put a stand there. The crepe service was efficient and professional, with a quick turnaround, while Al Parmesano had a busier scene with a noticeable line. The staff accommodated my request for less Nutella. I tried the savory pesto chicken cheese and the sweet banana Nutella crepes, both priced at 5 pounds. The ambient sound was at a standard level. I was grateful for the available seating area, and they were accommodating of Apple Pay.

Amazing open market with something for everyone. The fresh food section had vegetables, fruits, herbs, cheeses, and a host of spirits to choose from. The next section had antiques, homemade craftsmanship and souvenirs. I found myself lingering towards the antique area which had a wonderful variety of things to see tinker with and get lost in what's in front of you. The food court area had live music going along with crepe stands, pasta, burgers, smoothie stands and so many desserts it was a lot to choose from. I went with a crepe and a slushee. My eating partner had the burger which was massive! This market is a place you can easily get lost in. So much history and things to explore.

If you are in Belfast during the weekend you must visit St George's Market. Go for a coffee or lunch or maybe purchase food for dinner. Lots of fresh food. My favorites were the honeycomb coffee and the delicious Mac and cheese - from scraped cheese rounds- delish!!! Lots of crafts- paintings, silks, pottery, and more. Plan on spending at least 2 hours here. Live music too. Everything you can want from a Saturday or Sunday morning.

A small shopping arcade with, food, crafts and antiques, took about 30 minutes to walk through and see everything, not too crowded, some nice food stall, several craft/artist booths, a couple of booths selling antiques, worth a look if you are in the area and need to kill and hour.

Such a fun place on the weekend - was in town for a few days, so swung in on a SUnday afternoon and the vibe was great - live music, the smells of wonderful food, the sound of laughter - was just great! I wandered through the rows of vendors for well over an hour and just enjoy the energy from it all, there were several musicians that played and so much to choose from with the vendors - Vinyls, Cheese, Bakeries, Jewelry, knick knacks - would recommend swinging by on a weekend to check it out and support local vendors

Great place to go if you want to people watch, mingle with locals and get some great food. I got some fresh oysters and they also had other raw seafood that they prepare for you right on the spot. They shuck the oysters in front of your face. They accept cash which is what I had on me versus credit. There was also live entertainment with a group of people singing songs along with instruments. There were also local artisans selling their artwork and other wares. This is a great place to go to if you have time.

I'm extremely concerned with the management of this market ,its ethics and code of conduct, I have handed them information about the company spore shore robbing me of 600 steeling and scamming me out of product. The market operates a 'Real Deal Act' supposedly where traders and the market claim to maintain trading standers without illegal activity. Unfortunately my experience is Spore Shore have ripped me off and still trade at this market regardless of the information I have shown them. Customers and tourists be very aware of who you are handing money to at this market as the management team are not vetting traders like they say they are. All my comments are now being blocked

Excellent Market Lots of delicious, locally made foods, drinks, treats and such. Great artist crafts and wares. The food stands are absolute, Out-Standing..!! The Belfast Bap is the go to Breakfast.. ham, sausage, egg, and cheese... soft roll... John, the food chef, hooked us up proper..!

This was a great little market to visit with a variety of items for sale and food items. I got a really pretty necklace here. It's worth checking out.

Belfast market for food, fresh produce and lovely items for miscellaneous reasons! I got some Irish tea, sugar free jam for my grams back home who is now diabetic, Irish shamrock shaped lollipop, and other luck of the Irish shenanigans! (Oh, Irish chocolates, of course!) Most are cash only stalls, so make sure to bring cash (pounds now part of the UK). Happy days! Cheers!

What a great market to visit! Some friends and I had a day long layover in Belfast, and this was on our list of places to visit. We were able to enjoy a delicious lunch from the many many vendors there, as well as pop upstairs for a Guinness. This is no American style flea market. The vendors here are selling quality goods and souvenirs. A must stop if you are visiting Belfast!

Man, I sure did love this place. I went more for the food than for the crafts and artistry, and I found myself walking in circles around the place multiple times to ensure I hit every nook and cranny. From fudge and pastries, to sauces and coffee. Thai and Mediterranean cuisine and freshly shucked oysters and everything in between. All the food was delicious and I loved eating my way through the market! Most stalls are cash only but there is an ATM outside for your convenience.

One of my favourite things to do when visiting other cities is to go to their local market. So when our taxi driver drove by this place and we saw the hustle and bustle, we knew we had to make it a priority to visit. St. George's Market is a wonderful place to sample different local food vendors and browse through local artisinal crafts. We had the best time looking through all the beautiful Northern Irish jewlery, sampling different chocolates, and awe'ing at the gorgeous photography. All the vendors were SO kind; I loved hearing their stories and why they began their business. I even chatted with this lovely gentleman who was manning the booth for his mum while she was away and he spoke so highly of her and her business. Adorable! Make sure you come with an empty belly because there are so many different types of dishes to try! I can't even remember everything we tried but off the top of my head we had: Indian curry, Spanish paella, Dutch waffles, Northern Irish chocolates, Portuguese cheesy chorizo potatoes... and that's just what I can remember! Right in the center of all the food and artisan hustle was a seating area with live music. We loved it! It was so hard for me to not buy everything. If I didn't have just a backpack to live out of I really would've bought everything. I did walk away with a beautiful Claddagh ring and a soy candle though. 2 purchases that I am very very very happy about. One great thing about this market is that it's indoors, so on even the most rainiest of days (which happened to be the day we were visiting), we were able to stay dry and enjoy the market. Anybody who loves markets, local food vendors and artisanal makers needs to visit St. George's Market.

Lots of great stalls! Nothing too crazy, really nice market with great food options and other items. My mum bought a few paintings and scarves. The food is a bit on the pricey side, so don't go too crazy with eating. I recall a really good paella joint in there which is owned by a legit Spanish guy, so check that out.

Save up your appetite and foodie desires for this sprawling market. No seriously, skip breakfast. Heck, skip dinner the night before even. As a tourist, this does seem to have a more authentic European vibe then other markets I've been to back home. A lot more open, rowdy, yet surprisingly family friendly. Like controlled chaos, just with more calories. The Belfast Bap was a thing of legend. And totally worth the food comatose on the flight back stateside.

This was a highlight of our Ireland trip. Food, shopping, and entertainment all in one place!

Very cute place. If you're looking for some cute gift, or amazing cheap fruits or vegetables or meat or especially fish, this is a perfect place. A must if u can cook at your vacation rental. To eat there, food is quite limited and so is seating.

I love markets and this Victorian market is one of the best covered markets I've seen in the UK. It's properly indoors (unlike for example Preston) and it's a regular institution (unlike for example Upper Campfield). It doesn't have the elegance of a Spanish or Italian food market but there's still plenty of quality produce and street food on sale. The fish and meat stalls are particularly impressive, with the butchers competing to offer incredible deals on family packs of their wares. There were also plenty of fruit and veg (soil on!) options and a good selection of fancy chutneys, dips, chocolate and cakes. Street food wise, on a Friday I spotted crepes, burritos, fancy cheese sandwiches, curries and deluxe burgers. The rest of the 'variety' Friday market is that indeed, probably my favourite stall being one selling vintage toy cars. Old records, modern toys, books, antiques and clothes all on offer too.

Yep it's pretty much up there on my scale of happy places to visit, we really love it here, the only thing stopping it from getting the full 5 star vote from me, is the lack of seating, once you have purchased your delectable morsel of loveliness from one of the many local traders, there are very few places to sit and enjoy your purchase! It's a minor grumble, but unfortunate for the older generation to miss out on the whole atmosphere if they can't sit down! Now don't get me wrong there are some seats but if you are there on a Sunday any time really you will be hard pressed to find a seat.

A real meeting place in Belfast is the old St. George's Market. It's livelier today than it has been in years. Whether you are buying fresh fish, cheeses, fruits or veggies, you are sure to find a stall here to fulfill your request. And there are also stalls selling artisan non-food products so there is something for everyone. On weekends there is often live music so grab something to eat or drink and pull up a chair!

I love to visit local indoor/outdoor marketplaces whenever I travel. Although our time in Belfast was limited, we made sure to visit the St. George's Market. We were staying in the city center and the walk to the market was relatively easy. Since the market opens at 6 am on Friday, we were able to go there early in the morning before we left the city to visit the countryside. Friday's market was the variety market, which included food, antiques, crafts, etc. Some of the vendors accepted credit cards, so we didn't have to spend all the cash we had on us. We were able to purchase great handmade hats and some drawings. We heard that the Saturday and Sunday markets have varying number of craft vendors and would love to visit those when we visit Belfast again. This seems like a great stop for tourists and locals alike!

Recommended by our Airbnb host and family. Went on a Sunday for breakfast and souvies; not disappointed at all. Line was VERY long for Belfast bap, over an hour, but went relatively quickly because of all the sights and sounds around. Got cash from the ATM around the corner, ate samosa, had a lovely mocha. Wonderful visit, sad we were only able to get there once.

One of the best weekend markets I've been to - a definite must-visit for tourists and locals alike. On your first step in, you will be drawn straight to the middle where you have your pick of brunch items and coffee. We opted for the Belfast bap - mighty delish and a hangover lifesaver! After satisfying your growling tummy, you can then wander the stalls offering up craft tea, chocolates, knits, arts and crafts and much more. No better way to spend a lazy Sunday, especially if it's sunny with the light streaming through the sun roofs :)

Saturday features the food and crafts stalls at St George's Market and it's a treat to wander around. There's everything from fruits and veggies, to fresh fish, to baked goods, local crafts and, of course, a variety of food stalls. Following the advice of other reviewers, we tried the Key West Cuban Sandwich and it was SO good! Super tender pulled pork, crusty Cuban bread, all hot-pressed together with swiss cheese and pickles. We also tried the spicy chicken Paella wraps - also good and very large. We wanted to try the smoothies and some of the delicious-looking cupcakes on display, but sadly, we just didn't have anymore stomach space. To top it off, live music keeps the atmosphere energetic and fun!

I don't think anyone would need an explanation why local produce is way better than groceries you can get in a supermarket. Fruit and vegetables from the market are just so fresh, and have such a perfect taste. They bring back memories from my childhood when we used to grow all our own vegetables. Once you get used to them, you will never even look at the "fake" GM veggies and fruit in shops. I am so lucky to live this close to St George's Market, I am definitely a regular on Saturday mornings. Love the way sellers are so helpful, not to mention that by the time you get all the things you wanted you are full because everyone makes you try their products.

Do you like carrot cake? If yes, go here on a Sunday and get a huge slice of carrot cake from Simply Delicious Cakes. Best carrot cake I've ever tasted. Do you dislike carrot cake? If yes, go here on a Sunday and get a huge slice of carrot cake from Simply Delicious Cakes. You will immediately be a fan of carrot cake. Before I lived in Belfast, St George's Market was always somewhere I would visit if I was ever up in town and had a spare few hours to dander about and admire all the interesting stalls. Now that I live in Belfast and end up passing by St George's pretty much every weekend, I've identified exactly what places I want to visit in the market and what days they are there, so I can sort of do a quick drive-by of sampling and purchasing, starting at one end and finishing at the other, knowing that I'm not missing out on anything new. That's the thing. The more you go, the more boring it is because it doesn't really ever change. However once you find a stall that sells a really good product (and boy, there is definitely something here for everyone), you'll always want to come back to at least show your support for them. So in that respect it's comforting knowing that they'll always be there waiting for you.

I had an early flight into Belfast and was looking for somewhere to go, and as I had guessed, the market was open. I wish there were more places like St George's Market around the UK. I'm sure there are, but I just haven't lived near them. I arrived on the side that had LOADS of fresh seafood, which was an incredible sight. Just across the way were lots of stalls with fresh vegetables and fruit. Scattered around the building are fresh bakeries with selections of cakes and breads of sorts. And what seemed to be one of the most popular attractions were stalls selling a morning fry-up on a bap or soda bread. I had to restrain myself since I had already had breakfast. It was rather quiet early on a Friday morning. I returned on the following Sunday afternoon and it was packed. Such a great buzz! And as I entered, I was sure that I heard live saxophone and trombone... and sure enough there was a jive/swing band playing at the centre of the market. So I happily bought a cup of Dark Chocolate black tea at the Suki Tea stall, paired that with a cupcake and enjoyed the show. Love this place! Now one of my favourite spots in the UK and a must for visiting Belfast.

Great market to buy souvenirs and eat authentic Irish food. The people are so friendly here. A gentleman gave me a piece of chocolate for free and said to enjoy my stay here. Get a bap sandwich.

St Georges Market Belfast - lively, friendly and full of variety - especially ideal on a Sunday morning as shops in Belfast can only open 1pm-6pm Shout out for fresh food - Dabo Smoothies, all the home made bakeries, fruit/vege stall, hot food from all over the world cooked live, free entertainment with a live band, art, postcards & much more There's also a little seating near tea/coffee stalls - SD Bells and Suki Tea where you can enjoy your purchases - seating is limited mind! I this place and visit all the time Of note: Friday and Saturday have lots of fish stalls which of course come with a smell but some cool fish - crabs, lobster, I've even bought shark! Open Friday, Saturday and Sunday's There's also a now annual twilight market worth looking out for

I will be honest I had never been in St Georges market until this very day, I am not really a morning person, not that I am grumpy, I just do not like getting up early. So I have still not experienced the hustle and bustle of the Market. But today I was wondering around Belfast and I thought I should go and check this place out saying as it has had so many great review's. I went in at around 1pm and it was completely empty but to my surprise completely accessible. I could walk from one end of the empty building to another. I fany one challenged me I was going to say, "Im an official reviewer don't you know and then whip ot my Yelp app!" But luckily not one person confronted me. But I loved the place although it still had the faint smell of fish in the air. I had heard from a friend that St Georges Market had really good acoustics hence they had used it to host concerts so I had a shout in there and there was not even so much as an echo. It got my thumbs up. The emptiness gave me a chance to take in the structure which is amazing and I will definitely be venturing back when the market is on. Now that's an alternative view on St Georges market.

I love a good market and heard this was up there with the best, so ventured along early on Saturday morning to avoid the crowds I'd heard about. It was 9am and the place had a nice atmosphere, but I'm not sure what the hype is about. St George's market felt like neither a fresh local market nor a tourist stall style haunt but a weird mix of the two. There was "festival food" style stalls, with metal chairs outside selling burgers and wraps, even paella, that smelled delicious but didn't appeal to me that early in the morning. The rest was photo frames and other cute knick knacks that were lovely to look at but that I would never actually buy. Nice to walk around but allow 20 minutes and get on with the rest of your day: to put it succinctly manage your expectations!

If you're a visitor or a local St Georges Market is a must to visit. There is so much on offer here across the three mornings it's open (Fri,Sat,Sun) It's the perfect place to grab breakfast at the weekend, chill out with a coffee and listen to local music whilst picking up some groceries for the week, a sweet treat or a unique hand made gift. It's not the cheapest of places however you don't mind paying a little extra for something a bit different and this really is a 5 star market

I was dragged out of my bed in the early hours to go to this and from living at the far end of the Lisburn Road, this goes down as a very long trek. Needless to say, I was rather grumpy getting there. However as the 5 star rating would suggest, my mood soon changed and I became enthralled by the sheer variety of local produce you can get here. It is the closest you can get to the Continental Market at Christmas and I love it so I love this place. Some of the food can be quite expensive, but it is local produce and I would rather support local food than the larger chain stores. The fresh fish is fascinating and the butchers seem to undercharge you to the point you consider leaving tips. Occassionally there is entertainment. There was a fella playing jazz guitar once and there was a stand up session on the far side. You do literally get everything and anything under the one roof. The next time I went, I was first out of bed. It's that good

Lovey market to go to especially on Fridays. Lots of fresh produce and quirky stalls on offer and also lots of food stalls. Define fly somewhere to wander round when you have some time to kill and want fresh ingredients for your weekend dinner

Just realised I haven't reviewed St. George's Market! I've been to St George's market so many times over the years, and I absolutely love the vibrancy and variety of stalls there and goods available to browse and buy! On offer is fresh local produce, in the form of food, sweet and savoury, crafts, art, photography, pottery, household goods, plants, and beauty products. There is also often live music at the market which lends to the amazing atmosphere! The market is on on three days; Friday 6am - 2pm, Saturday 9am - 3pm and Sunday 10am - 4pm. Make sure you bring cash as there are no cash points in the immediate vicinity and few stallholders will take card (I think the closest cashpoint is in Central station) It is really easy to get to from the City Centre and a short stroll down the road from the train station. If driving, I've usually been able to get parked on Stewart Street (just down from Central Station, Sundays only) otherwise you can park for £5 in Central Station Car Park

If I'm planning a trip here I always aim for early morning (before 10.30) as it gets really busy around lunchtime and can be really frustrating trying to move around the 'window shoppers'. Additionally, the Christmas shopping rush is REALLY bus- you've been warned! That aside, St Georges Market is full of character. Situated in the markets area of the city, there isn't much parking available close by, but it's within 10 mins walk of the city centre. Inside there is a real mixture of traders selling everything from fresh produce, baked goods, hot food and all sorts of souvenirs and trinkets. I'd highly recommend anyone visiting the city to call in for a look around.

Honestly, while I like the variety and enjoy the atmosphere of the market, I also think the sellers take the hand with their prices. You Def don't save money on produce here. Only go if you're ready to part with plenty of money! The restaurant upstairs is poor also.... If it's still operating

Everybody loves St George's Market - everybody! The variety markets on Friday and Saturday are real highlights of Belfast's week. I personally prefer the Friday market, but don't get many chances to go (working for a living getting in the way) so I usually end up at the Saturday market instead. It's slightly more expensive I think, and there's more food and fewer antique dealers and booksellers. The Saturday market's still great though. There's loads of lovely food (try the crepes) and you can get some really lovely fresh and local fruit and veg. It won't be as cheap as going to Tesco, but it's probably better for your soul!

St Georges Market is Belfast landmark and only a stones throw from the waterfront and everything the city has to offer. They open on Fridays and Saturdays at the crack of dawn and the sheer volume of stuff you can get here is highly impressive! Their fish is as fresh as it gets and they do a huge range on continental food, meat, fruit and veg spices...The list in endless. I especially love it at Christmas here as it has that real European Christmas market feel and gives you a warm fuzzy glow. They also host a range of music acts here and its quite good as the gigs are pretty intimate! You may be paying slightly more for your fresh produce here that at Asda or Tesco but it's a great way to support the local farmers who do a great job!

If you are an early riser, there is no excuse for you not to get up and enjoy St George's Market. Ok, so it is open until the afternoons Friday to Sunday, but it gets busy. Very busy, and the reason is it is great! I took a dander through on Saturday morning and you could hardly move for the crowds, but be strong, it is worth it. From local crafts to global gold standard foodstuffs this place has it all. Head towards the middle for some curry or burgers (or whatever you fancy, the selection is amazing) to fuel yourself, accompanied by live music to plan your attack. I was only cutting through and came out with some knitwear and a couple of Wagu steaks! This place is a weekend winner!

Im here mainly on Saturday's at the farmer's market to get fruit, veg and meat. Some great deals if you know the right stands to go to. Its a case of trail and error at the start. I choose the Veg from the Man in the far corner at May St. entrance, not the main, large stands in centre. They have many stands with hot food, crepes, burgers, cuban sandwiches etc. Cupcakes and sweet treats seem to have taken over. The Love fudge couple make the best fudge and Simply Delicious Homemade Cakes are a favourite in our House.

If markets are your thing, and you happen to find yourself in Belfast, well guess what buddy: you're in for a treat! Living in Edinburgh means there are a few smaller markets that pop up in various nooks and crannies of the city, but I fell into a bit of a jealous stink as soon as I stepped past the surprisingly lovely gates of the St. George's. For one, it's HUGE. This place is positively stuffed with goodies: all varieties of eats, from fresh seafood to vegan treats to curry extravaganzas; tables and booths brimming with jewelry and baubles and clothes; and, naturally, loads of fresh fruit and veg! I managed to sample quite a variety of treats while I was there, but I was particularly impressed with some a couveture--aka super dooper fancy--chocolate bars I fetched back for my coworkers to sample. Even better than that, when we paused a moment before wandering out in the rainy Belfast streets as the market was winding to a close, we were caught admiring some absurdly wee mini squashes by a trader there. He joked that we better not be laughing at his tiny squash, and moments later he wandered back up to us with a smile and gave us a carton of fresh strawberries free of charge. (It goes without saying that they were stinkin' delicious.) It was absurdly nice of him, and polished off my whole experience just peachily (strawberrily?). So whether you're looking to do some shopping for friends and family, or are feeling a bit peckish, or if you want some locally grown produce or just to stretch your legs--St. George's Market is a must visit in Belfast. Give it a go--and send me some Irish couverture chocolate when you do!

Always buzzing on a Sunday this is the place to go for a good lunch. Food ranges from all day breakfast Belfast baps to falafel to paella. Stroll around to see lots of treats on offer and listen to the banter. St George's Market definitely captures the Belfast craic. There are lots of arts & crafts stalls, sweets and other delicacies. They sometimes have local chefs doing cookery demonstrations and there has been a band each time I have visited.

Loads of lovely local food! Go early for great fish selection on sat and Sunday for craft and delish cupcakes and treats. Simply delicious cakes is a MUST! The carrot cake is Devine!! See my pics!