Beloved by the people of Cork for centuries, The English Market has recently gained popularity for its multicultural vendors selling international foods. Though a market has been on this site since 1788, the current structure didn't open until the 19th century. This market has always been known for its fish and butchers, which provide ingredients to many of the area's best restaurants. Stroll through through the space, talk with locals, and purchase some fresh produce or other goods along the way. Take a look at our Cork route planner to schedule your visit to The English Market and learn about what else to see and do during your holiday.
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The English Market reviews
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Wonderful place to wander and gorgeous goods for sale. Purchased olives and they were fantastic. Homemade jams, produce, meats were terrific!
Wonderful place to wander and gorgeous goods for sale. Purchased olives and they were fantastic. Homemade jams, produce, meats were terrific! more »
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We are big fans of markets, but we were slighty disappointed with Cork's Market. It was a middlijng market overall. Markets that appeal to lower end shoppers are raw and more interesting. I'm...
We are big fans of markets, but we were slighty disappointed with Cork's Market. It was a middlijng market overall. Markets that appeal to lower end shoppers are raw and more interesting. I'm... more »
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Lovely fresh food market. Amazing range and reasonable prices. Only criticism is tha limited toilet facilities on site.
Lovely fresh food market. Amazing range and reasonable prices. Only criticism is tha limited toilet facilities on site. more »
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Named because traders could only do business here is if they swore allegiance to the English Crown, therefore many Irish refused to do so. A very bustling indoor marketplace with all local produce available for sale, and an upstairs seated cafe.
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The English Market has a wide selection of high-quality goods, so you may discover a variety of ingredients to complete your dish. I was mesmerised by the incredibly fresh oysters we discovered in the fish store, which were also extremely reasonably priced.
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Probably the top spot to visit when in Cork. Great atmosphere. Great selection of shops. Really pleasant vendors. Cafes weren't open due to restrictions so I might need to visit again when everything reopens!
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Lovely market with cheeses, meats, bread, and more. I went around 2:30pm on a Monday and it was not too crowded. I recommend getting a vegan cake at the shop next to the fountain- the mocha one I had was delicious! Would not recommend getting produce here, though- had a bad experience with some dry oranges from the fruit and vegetable shop.
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What a gem in the heart of Cork City! It's so wonderful to buy local produce from the wonderful stalls inside. Everything looks delicious, so make sure you have a good few euros in your pocket if you're planning on visiting! I bought cheese, jams, bread, coffee, pudding, honey, and relishes from several of the stalls in there and all the sellers are so friendly and informative when you ask them about cooking instructions, how to store them, etc. You could browse there all day! I plan on taking the train back down for a few more visits this year, solely for this Market. Keep up the wonderful work!
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