Leeds Kirkgate Market is a special place so why not discover all the secrets that await in this city landmark?
With an eclectic mix of stalls and hundreds of thousands of visitors a week, there’s a reason why Kirkgate Market is a shopper’s paradise. Aside from the most popular stalls, did you know there’s more than a few surprises in store too? From oyster bars to beautiful baked goods, here are Kirkgate Market’s best kept secrets. Shopping bags at the ready – amazing discoveries await!
M&D Flowers
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If you’ve got a green thumb, get yourself down to M&D Flowers. Sitting at the top of the market, this colourful stall can provide all the plants you need to transform your home into a mini rainforest – and at amazingly affordable prices.
There are bouquets, macrame hangers and plants in abundance here, with rare delights such as String of Dolphins and Ruby Necklace succulents. Can’t seem to keep your plants alive no matter how hard you try? The low-maintenance Cowboy Cactus is a must.
M&D Flowers, 1904 Hall, Food Hall, Kirkgate Market, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS2 7HY.
Amazing Gyoza
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Tucked away on row 5, next to the 1904 hall, is a true foodie gem of Kirkgate Market. Frying up little golden parcels of joy are Amazing Gyoza, where you can pick up delectable street food on your lunch break or to fuel your shopping trip.
There’s a mouth-watering selection of handcrafted gyozas on offer, from cabbage & pork to cheesy corn & chicken, but that’s not all. The menu also spans katsu curry, Korean fried chicken and sushi rolls, with affordable bento boxes if you want to taste a few different options.
Amazing Gyoza, Unit 249, Row 5, Kirkgate Market, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS2 7HY.
Pollini’s
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With their red and white checkered tablecloths and delicious pies, lunch at Pollini’s feels like you’ve stepped into a real Italian pizzeria. They specialise in classic pizza slices, perfect for a mid-day bite… Sounds tasty, right? Well, you can grab two jumbo slices and a soft drink for around £8!
If you’re feeling adventurous, there’s plenty of weird and wonderful toppings. Take their breakfast pizza, with garlic sausage, eggs and peppers, for example. They even give the option to stuff your crust with gherkins!
Pollini’s, Unit 7, Food Hall, Kirkgate Market, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS2 7HY.
Spice Corner
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Tucked away next to the Market Kitchen, Spice Corner is a cornucopia of exotic spices, fresh vegetables and so much more. This eye-catching stall is piled high with fragrant delights, with bunches of dried chillies hanging from the canopy.
You’ll need to take a second to absorb the full scope of what’s on display here, though – they really offer a weird and wonderful taste of the world. You’ll find lavender seeds, ground crayfish, plantain chips, aloe vera and more – definitely not your usual stuff.
Spice Corner, Unit 484, Kirkgate Market, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS2 7HY.
Khao Gaeng Thai
Follow your nose and you’ll stumble upon Khao Gaeng Thai, a deliciously authentic Thai cafe away from the hustle and bustle of the Market Kitchen. Although they’re small, their menu is definitely mighty, with a range of rice, curry and noodle dishes.
You can tuck into a Pad Kee Mow or a Thai curry box for less than a tenner. They deliver a whole host of drinks too, from Thai milk green tea to iced coffee. Make sure you get here early for your lunch though – they fill up quickly!
Khao Gaeng Thai, Unit 1, 1904 Hall, Kirkgate Market, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS2 7HY.
Eastern Oven
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Eastern Oven are the shawarma kings of Kirkgate Market, and have been serving Levantine cuisine to the people of Leeds for over a decade. At this family run stall, you can get a shawarma for a pocket-friendly price, brimming with crispy falafel, hummus and tahini sauce.
Don’t forget their famed flatbread, though – they knead the dough right in front of you and cook it in their own oven so you know it’s lovingly made. Wash their fare down with a tasty, authentic Turkish tea and you’re good to go for the rest of the day.
Eastern Oven, Stall 5, 1976 Hall, Kirkgate Market, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS2 7HY.
Too Damn Loud
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If you hear music blasting across the market, follow the source and you’ll find yourself at Too Damn Loud in the 1981 Hall. These guys are all about vinyl, whether it be vintage or brand new, but they do also stock CDs and DVDs.
If you can’t choose between that Iron Maiden record or the newest Taylor Swift LP, their experts are always on hand to provide service with a smile. Oh, and did we mention that they’ll try to order anything in that they don’t have in stock? If you’re a music fanatic, then this is the stall for you.
Too Damn Loud, 438-439 Row G, Kirkgate Market, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS2 7HY.
O’Delices D’appo
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This unique little eatery packs plenty of charm to go along with its delectable flavours. Owner Youna cooks up incredible savoury dishes from scratch, using family recipes such as coconut chicken curry and African patties with homemade onions and tomato sauce.
Finish things off with one of the tempting cakes. They’re whipped up by her husband Appolin, who is a certified French pâtisserie chef so you know they’re gonna be good. Will it be a mango tiramisu, a lemon tart or a heavenly chocolate cake? Why not one of each?
O’Delices D’appo, Row 4, Leeds Kirkgate Market, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS2 7HY.
Hayes Seafoods
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A family run business of more than 35 years, Hayes offer some of the best locally sourced seafood in Leeds. But it’s not just about the fish to take home for tea – they’re just as famous for their ready-to-eat Lindisfarne and Loch Fyne oysters. At only a couple quid a pop, they’re perfect for a quick bite at lunch, served in their shells with lemon, tabasco and shallots in a red wine vinegar.
If you’re looking for something to take home with you, choose from a selection of freshly boiled crabmeat or a lobster tail to whip up that perfect meal.
Hayes Seafoods, BS4A Row 1, 1875 Hall, Kirkgate Market, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS2 7HY.
Teapot
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Forget the coffee chains of the high street, Teapot is where it’s at. A coffee house and specialist indie shop, you can sup a rich espresso or a relaxing green tea in between bouts of cupboard filling.
Their products are what make Teapot so special, with over 100 teas on offer to purchase! Pick up bags of chocolate & orange coffee beans, or perhaps a packet of Love Story loose tea – think elderberries, apple, hibiscus, freeze-dried raspberries and more fruity goodness.
Teapot, Cafe C, Food Hall, Kirkgate Market, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS2 7HY.
Whitakers Farmhouse
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A farm shop in the middle of Kirkgate Market? Yep, you heard that right. Whitakers specialise in locally sourced eggs and cheese – free-range eggs are picked AM and graded PM and then on sale the following day.
You’ll be gazing upon their cheese counter chock-a-block with stilton, cheddar, edam, and smoked brie one minute, the next, squeezing your own orange juice. With their range of chutneys, crackers and brandy ginger snap biscuits, why not curate your own charcuterie board?
Whitakers Farmhouse, Units 322- 325 Fish & Game Row, Kirkgate Market, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS2 7HY.
Bluebird Bakery
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Bluebird Bakery offer baked goods in abundance… Bread is their, er, bread and butter. Between The Great Granary, Spelt Sourdough, La Baguette and more, you can choose a loaf for any meal or occasion.
For a quick lunch, you’re in luck. They offer the likes of a spinach chickpea roll and a Bengali five-spice roll, with the latter combining potato, carrot, pea, garlic, ginger and a special five spice mix in flaky goodness. Got a sweet tooth? Their Bluebird brownies are a winner – they’re so good, the recipe is top secret!
Bluebird Bakery, Unit 28A, Kirkgate Market, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS2 7HY.
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