Came by on a Monday at around 2:30 AM, excited to try some food. Unfortunately, everything seemed pretty basic and overpriced, and there didn't seem to be too many options. Instead, the stalls mainly sell produce, meat, cheese, and seafood, which would be great if you were a local, but we were just visiting. There are a few stalls selling things like candies/honey/jams, that were reasonably priced, so we bought a few of those to bring home as souvenirs. We spent probably about half an hour walking around and made it through the entire market. It was fun to walk around and see all the local goods/products, but don't expect a lot of options for good food if you're hungry. read more

See all

I was expecting more from this English Market. The selections were not that big (pretty basic stuff), but everything seemed to be very pricey. Not impressed at all read more

The English Market - Farmers Market Near Me - Cork, Colorado

See all

Came here and this is a pretty typical market with lots of small stores and shops. There was butcher shops, small stores selling packaged foods, desserts, and food stalls. Overall a cute place to visit when in the cork centre! There was also a lot of fresh veggies and fruits. read more

See all

Really amazing food hall worth a visit! I could've walked around here for hours looking at all the fresh seafood, produce, and prepared foods. Want sushi? They have it. Hankering for a sandwich? They've got those too. Want a hot dog? Follow your nose and you'll find one. Want to sit down and have breakfast or lunch? Just go upstairs. They've got something for everyone. I went here twice on my two day stay in Cork and was really happy with everything I got to try. Really good option if you're with a group who all wants different things! read more

See all

Cute inside market with mostly protein (raw beef, steak and chicken) but they also have a few shops who sell food, snacks and even tshirts. It's worth a walk through if you are in the area. read more

The English Market - Inside June 2025 - Farmers Market Near Me - Cork, Colorado

See all

The Pie Guys!!!! So delicious. We got one pie on its own and one as a meal. Chicken tarragon and butter chicken. Top notch flavors and a quick and easy lunch. Slaw and potatoes for the meal added quite a bit of flavor depth and crunch. Try it out! read more

The English Market - Butter chicken meal and chicken tarragon by itself. - Farmers Market Near Me - Cork, Colorado

The market is bustling with everything that you want to make a meal from scratch. There are butchers, fish mongers and lots of fresh fruit and vegetables. It reminds me of Borough Market in London and the markets in Barcelona. It's nice to wander and browse the selections. read more

One of my favorite places ever! Everything I've ever gotten here is great and fresh! Great selection and options! A fun spot! read more

See all

I've been to this market twice and the first time was much better than today. Some of the stalls weren't open and I didn't actually see much worth looking at. It seemed more like a butcher block with a couple of standard shops selling other products that weren't Irish-made or anything. It seemed like it was much more of a market when I went in 2017 than it is today. The prices were about average but even so I didn't get anything because nothing seemed unique enough that I couldn't get it cheaper somewhere else. I was really looking forward to visiting the English Market again but instead I left feeling disappointed. read more

The English Market - Inside the market - Farmers Market Near Me - Cork, Colorado

See all

Cute small market with lots of artisanal goods. I enjoyed getting baked goods, gifts, and Japanese sushi here. Friendly people!

This was on many must-see lists for Cork, so we were sure to include it on our quick stop. It is a neat, indoor market with lots of vendors. Since we weren't staying anywhere where we were cooking, most of the lovely fresh ingredients were of no use to us. There were a few places serving coffee and hot food. If you wanted to make this a breakfast or lunch stop, that would probably be a better idea.  For us, this was just less of a 'need to see' because we live in Seattle, and it was very similar to Pikes Place. That compounded with not having immediate use for most of the items being sold made it a 'quick walk through and move on to the next thing' type of place. read more

See all

Actually, the best marketplace I think I've ever been to in Europe. So many options for fresh food and prepared foods. And a pretty indoor space to walk around. found a nice sandwich place for an early lunch. I would highly recommend the English market in Cork. read more

Beat indoor market with abundant selections of wonderful foods. From produce to butchers it had something for everyone. The breads and olives are worth a mention. Absolutely delicious. The cold cuts were great as we assembled a picnic to take to the park. A highlight in one of my favourite duties in Ireland. read more

The English Market - Farmers Market Near Me - Cork, Colorado

See all

Great place to get food and/or coffee. There is such a great variety of food, from vegan to vegetarian to meat-eaters. There is such a great vibe around the place and the staff are very friendly. I usually go to the English Market for something to eat as there is a great vegan plan to eat from. Not much seating in the English Market though read more

The English Market - Love the food from My Goodness - Farmers Market Near Me - Cork, Colorado

See all

Such a cool market to spend an hour walking around! It was fun to see all of the different Irish stands, as well as a few international favorites. I only wish we were able to take more home! I had a poke bowl and it was perfect. Not much seating inside the market, but there are plenty of benches outside along St Patrick's Street read more

The English Market - Farmers Market Near Me - Cork, Colorado

See all

Such a fun place to walk through. So many vendors to choose from! I tried the vegan black bean chili pie from The Pie Guy and it was delicious! read more

See all

Always a good place to visit whether you want hot food, groceries, or a gift when visiting people out of town.

Was a great experience going to the English market. A lot of different shops and great fresh food. Was very crowded but still worth it.

Loved this old fashioned market with excellent food -- both to eat here or take-away. Wish we had a kitchen where we were staying as the fresh meat and fish looked amazing. We loved the smoked salmon, cream cheese bagels, the dried prunes from Iran (best I've ever tasted), and the breads and jams. Oh, the cheese shop gives samples too. COME HUNGRY AND EAT YOUR WAY THROUGH THIS HISTORIC MARKET! read more

The English Market - Bread Heaven - Farmers Market Near Me - Cork, Colorado

Veryyyyy cool market. Lots of fresh meats, produce, breads, and desserts! Some stalls even had samples which were nice to snack on as we walked. Even if you don't plan on buying anything here I would walk through just to enjoy the atmosphere. read more

this was by far my favorite part of cork. the options were insane and i'm going to think about this forever read more

The English Market - fresh bread, irish cheese, grapes - Farmers Market Near Me - Cork, Colorado

See all

This is a nice experience while you are in Cork. I recommend hit the market early in the morning. Get a mix of things to make a picnic. There is a lovely baker, a cheese monger, an olive vendor. One of the vendors has a nice steamed chicken. Grab all these delightful items and get the 226 bus (near the bus station, but not at the bus station) to Kinsale. It's about a 40 minute bus ride to Kinsale. Then enjoy your picnic in Kinsale - by the water or out by the fort. read more

Awesome market! Loved the atmosphere - so many beautiful colors and smells! Everyone we talked to was very friendly and willing to answer questions. read more

The English Market - Farmers Market Near Me - Cork, Colorado

If you traveled across the ocean only to land directly in the English Market (Serving Cork City since 1788) ... eat your way from end to end and back again.... your journey would have been a satisfying one... devoid regret. From Irish cheeses, to hams... to breads and smoked fish... of course.. chocolate the English market is a wonderland. Farmgate is not to be missed. Their sandwiches are things that you will haunt your dreams... seafood chowders and stews... how can one ever eat again after experiencing such things, without waves of melancholy an longing for each bite spent beneath the wooden spires of the market. I am pretty sure Frank Hederman smokes fish for the saints in heaven themselves. Thank you English Market. read more

The English Market - mmmmm - Farmers Market Near Me - Cork, Colorado

English Market is the Reading Terminal of Ireland. It's a very cool spot to walk around. There are plenty of local eateries, butchers, farm stands, shops, etc. You could spend half a day here if you really wanted to! It's absolutely a must-stop if you're in Cork and is a historic landmark. It's right in the center of the city and is easy to access. It's hard to miss it since it's so large and has so many entrance ways. read more

The English Market - Farmers Market Near Me - Cork, Colorado

The English Market is a really neat place for meats, cheeses, seafood, eggs, and other groceries. Unfortunately since we were only staying two nights of our holiday in Cork, we really couldn't use groceries. I was a little disappointed I could not buy some of the delicious looking items: fresh eggs of all sizes and colors (including duck!) and meats. Service was friendly from the shop keepers we encountered. Since we arrived shortly after it opened, some were still setting up. I had been hoping to find a vendor who offered breakfast, but unfortunately we did not find one and had to go elsewhere. I highly recommend you check out The English Market if you're in Cork - ESPECIALLY if you have access to a refrigerator and cooking appliances! read more

See all

If you love food, you have to go here. This reminds me of the pike place market in Seattle. Butchers selling their best meats and family owned shops that make their own cheese in their homes are here. I really wished that they offered to ship their meats to the U.S! Fresh quality meat and produce are available here. And a really good sausage stand! There is also an amazing loose leaf tea and coffee shop here. read more

See all

Enjoyed walking around the market. Lots of fresh produce, seafood and meats. Must pay for the bathroom. One booth has sausages on a stick for €2 read more

Great market in the center of Cork. It is a paradise for a foodie. Tons of variety of everything you could want. Fresh beef, chicken, fork and seafood. Tons of fresh vegetables and fruits. Breads, desserts and chocolates. It looks like if you want it you can get it here. read more

See all

I read all these travel sites boasting that the English Market was the place to visit while in Cork City. I was kind of let down with how high my expectations were! I have to say we did enjoy the Farmgate Café on the 2nf floor. When we were at the market there was barely anyone there (Saturday morning at 10am) and since we are staying at a hotel we did not need any food for cooking. Too early for desserts and honestly I did not find any that particularly caught my eye to return back for through our stay in the city. I was hoping for cheese samples and more fruit we could purchase to eat. Even the pretty fountain wasn't running!Farmers Markets in the states are more appealing to me. read more

Everything from sushi to Turkish barbers, vintage curios to fresh fruit, the English market is a little bit of foodie heaven in the middle of Cork city. I think what I love most about it is how it's changed so much in the last ten years, and is still so similar to the market I remember as a kid. The same fishmongers and butchers are there, even the dodgy joke stall. But it's really embraced the change in culture in Cork too. You'll be able to find good bok choy as easily as you find good bacon in there these days. read more

See all

The English Market is located in the city center and is a big building with multiple entrances, so when walking around Princes street, just keep your eyes peeled for a sign. The market is open to the public from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Saturday and closed on Sundays and Bank Holidays. Honestly most of the traders start packing up around 5pm, so you want to come here a bit early to soak up the atmosphere and meet the famous fishmonger who spoke to the Queen when she visited here. My two native things to try here are drisheen (blood sausage) or a battlebord (dried salted ling - a member of the cod family). This is as per the Irish tourism board website, and during my website I couldn't find the shops that sold them, so didn't try nor can advise which shops they are sold at. But definitely go and soak up the atmosphere. Note: #260 of Yelp 100 challenge for 2016 read more

See all

I am one of the biggest fans of indoor markets, especially when traveling abroad. They are the perfect place for the freshest fruit & ingredients for a DIY charcuterie board. We were lucky enough to have a hotel less than half a mile away from the market while in Cork. So, we stopped by & picked up some fresh cheese & olives & had a delightful spread back at the hotel. Mm-mm-good! read more

The English Market - Entrance - Farmers Market Near Me - Cork, Colorado

Outstanding public market in Cork...not vast in size, but awesome in terms of quality of providers, great food, and unique offerings. And the setting is in an old (1700s) builiding that is architecturally amazing. Worth a visit if you are in Ireland. The English Market is a lively, bustling heaven for meats, olives, cheeses, chocolates and one of the BEST sausage sandwiches we have ever had the pleasure of indulging in. Market is filled with all sorts of vendors of various types of food. This is definitely a place worth stopping by if you're in Cork! Great, 5-Star market! read more

Fabulous market and foodie heaven. Wish they had something like this in Dublin :-( Could come here anytime for a shop or browse. read more

See all

This is a great market to stroll around, especially on a rainy day where you don't want to be outside. You'll find anything from Meat, Fish, Veggies and Fruits, Sandwiches and Deli. So even if you're just on a tour around the island and don't actually have a kitchen at hand, it's still worth to grab some food or to buy nice souvenirs which remind you of Ireland. read more

This market, taking up about 25% of Cork itself (the other 75% being mostly composed of shoe shops), is the only conceivable reason why anyone would come to cork as walking around for 10 minutes and ogling it's standard fayre is the the only thing to do in this European frontier town. It sells everything from fruit and veg, meat, breads, cheeses, condiments, pies & pasties, to flowers, crafts, and clothes. Although it's all very good quality, there's nothing here that we don't have in things called 'supermarkets' in more interesting parts of the world. There is an overpriced cafe inside the market which bases its menu on the fresh ingredients available within (see my review for 'Farmgate Cafe'). So in summary, if you've never seen things like bread and chicken breasts before then you may find it fascinating. Otherwise if you're in Cork anyway then you may just find it refreshing to see people selling something that isn't shoes. read more

See all

If you're a tourist, stop in for lunch upstairs or for picnic goods (the cheese! omg so good) If you live here, great local, gourmet, &/or organic goods. Not necessarily as cheap as a supermarket, but excellent quality & prices aren't bad, generally. Nice atmosphere, always something new to discover! read more

This is a must go for gifts and souvenirs. Everyone in Ireland supports local business (it's a lifestyle not a movement) and this place has it all in one spot with great prices. Parking...more tricky. Find a nearby garage. read more

See all

Every year that I come to visit my BF family in Cork, it's my favorite market that sells almost everything you can imagine making a chef dreams. I love to cook and I just love how fresh meat selections are compared to states. I always come here to buy things to cook dinner for the family and of course buy myself some good bites read more

See all