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It’s no secret that London is home to some incredible food markets, but now it’s official! Recent research has revealed that three London foodie hot-spots are in fact among the most popular food markets in the UK.
To determine where the UK’s best food markets and food halls are, Betway turned to the people to decide. The country’s 40 best foodie-focused spots were analysed according to four factors: volume of Instagram hashtags (#), number of TikTok videos, Google reviews, and annual UK Google search volume. It’s almost like a people’s choice award for street food. And when all of these areas were considered, one UK market came out clear on top: London’s own Borough Market.
But the legendary foodie destination wasn’t the only London food market to make it onto the list. Also ranking among the UK’s most popular food markets were Seven Dials Market (#2) and Maltby Street Market (#4). But who nabbed the third position? That was Manchester’s GRUB MCR, which was the highest ranking food market in the UK outside of London.
Credit: Seven Dials Market The most popular food markets in the UK
So, where should you go for street food traders galore, food from around the world, and fusion dishes to make your head spin? According to social media popularity, Google ratings, and search volume, these are the top food markets and food halls in the UK:
- Borough Market – London
- Seven Dials Market – London
- GRUB MCR – Manchester
- Maltby Street Market – London
- Temple Quay Market – Bristol
- SPARK – York
- Herbert’s Yard – Birmingham
- The Dockyard Social – Glasgow
- Mackie Mayor – Manchester
- Shelter Hall – Brighton
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Borough Market took the top spot thanks to a whopping number of annual searches and a huge social media presence. Annual searches for the food market numbered 9.8 million, and the market boasts an impressive 4.6-star rating on Google.
But while Borough Market took the top spot, it isn’t the highest-rated foodie spot in the UK. That particular title goes to GRUB, Seven Dials Market, and Street Food Circus in Cardiff, all of which boast a whopping 4.7 rating on Google.
So, next time you’ve got a hankering for street food or want to explore a stunning food market, just remember, the best ones in the UK are right here in London.