Newcastle food markets: everything you need to know

The markets of Newcastle are one of my favourite things about the city. There's something so relaxing about waking up late then having a wander through all the stalls and food stands with a coffee in hand. There are three main options: the Tynemouth market at the metro station which takes place on Saturdays and Sundays, the Quayside markets on Sundays, and the Jesmond food market on the first and third Saturday of the month atop the Armstrong Bridge.

The Quayside market runs all the way from the Millennium bridge down to the swing bridge and I think boasts the largest variety of food stands on this list. A personal favourite of mine is the Big Fat Indian Kitchen which offers up dirty Indian fries topped with either chicken or paneer, and masala naan wraps; the chickpea and paneer one is so good, albeit messy. There are plenty of options for sweet treats as well including churros, chocolate strawberries, and all kinds of cakes and bakes.

Moving over to Jesmond is the bi-weekly food market. Here you can find hot food, baked goods, drinks, and plenty more. Studio 28 Patisserie sells baked goods and offers a loyalty card, which won’t take long to fill up once you try their brownies. I had a raspberry and white chocolate one last time which may have been the best brownie I’ve ever tasted. The sausage on a stick from the Geordie Banger Company is exactly what it says it is- a sausage on a stick. Don’t be fooled by its simplicity though, because it is so good and the perfect thing to snack on whilst you find something else to eat.

Finally on the list is the infamous Tynemouth market. Perhaps the most popular as it makes for a worthwhile trip out of town to the coast, this market is slightly less focused on food, and you’ll find many more stalls for trinkets, jewellery, and various fun tat. Despite this, there is still a decent selection for lunch. The local favourite Acropolis makes an appearance at all three markets meeting all your Greek street food needs and the Great North Pizza Company cooks up yummy stone baked pizzas with a variety of toppings.

Whichever market you end up at, you’ll find local businesses serving a range of delicious food for every palate. One article really can’t do justice to the cuisine on offer so get out there for yourself and let your nose guide you.