Food Markets
Bustling markets brimming with character and fresh food choice are still part of this city centre’s heart. From the 800-year old Bull Ring Open Market (crowned best outdoor market in the UK) to a resurgent array of farmers’ markets, we’ve more stall holders offering the best variety, best value and best banter. Or be tempted by our network of fine food halls and speciality shops offering local, national and international produce. Truly scrummy.
Bull Ring Markets
Relaunched and revitalised, Bull Ring Markets have an atmosphere and zest almost unique in modern city centre life. Clean and welcoming from a £35 million overhaul, 800 years of character still shine through. Friendly faces and jovial banter make the bargains all the more enjoyable. The energy of some 500-plus traders makes this authentic market a joyous experience in itself.
- Bull Ring Open Market - 9am to 5pm every Tuesday to Saturday
- BullRing Indoor Market - 9am to 5.30pm every Monday to Saturday
Farmers markets
Birmingham’s farmer markets bring growers of organic, exotic or good old-fashioned mud-covered produce face to face with shoppers seeking better food and better value. Chemical sprays? Not on your nelly.
New Street Farmers Market - every first and third Wednesday each month
University of Birmingham’s Food market - the fourth Wednesday each month
- City centre Farmers Market - every first and third Wednesday of each month
Food halls
From Selfridges to House of Fraser. Or Harvey Nichols to Maison Mayci. Birmingham has the food halls and specialists to tempt with delights sourced from the four corners. Whether flavour-filled cured meats, rare mouth-watering chesses or flamboyant French pastries, uncover gorgeousness made with genuine devotion. No supermarket could ever compare.
Bullring
Known as the UK’s ultimate shopping destination with over 160 stores, Bullring Birmingham puts fine food high on the agenda. Enjoy the variety with over 25 restaurants and cafés serving up Japanese, Italian and good old British fayre. Then take home something special from Selfridges' unmissible food hall. Where a world of exotic, rare and must-try flavours leave visitors powerless to resist.
The Mailbox
In amongst some 50 fashion and homeware stores, plus countless salons, spas and hotels, discover the allure of The Mailbox’s waterside restaurants and café bars. Having perused the likes of Emporio Armani, Hugo Boss and the fine food hall of Harvey Nichols, relax with fine cuisine; from Japanese and Asian to Mexican and Mediterranean.
Brindleyplace
It’s clear why food lovers seek out Brindleyplace. With 30 restaurants, bars, shops and cafés set among impressive tree-lined streets, three stunning public squares and a network of restored canals, this is one of Birmingham’s culinary heartlands. Sitting alongside world-class galleries and attractions, it has every ingredient for a memorable visit.