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Ciaran Connolly
Ciaran Connolly
The Trademarket Belfast
Belfast is filled with fantastic bars, restaurants, and unique market spaces. These open-air market bars are gaining popularity throughout Belfast, with The Trademarket joining the ranks of Haymarket and Common Market. These versatile dog—and family-friendly venues allow people in Belfast to enjoy a drink outside without infringing on the ban on public drinking. They also allow small businesses and restaurants to thrive and find new audiences.
The Trademarket Belfast is unique because it is in a series of storage containers. Read on to find out what awaits you at Belfast’s newest outdoor market.
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Where is the Trademarket Belfast?
Taking up the space where the Movie House Dublin Road once sat, the Trademarket brings new life to the bustling Dublin Road.
Location: 14-16 Dublin Rd, Belfast BT2 7HB
Opening Hours:
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 12–11 pm |
| Thursday | 12–11 pm |
| Friday | 12–11 pm |
| Saturday | 12–11 pm |
| Sunday | 12–11pm |
Trademarket Belfast Shops
American Madness
A great shop on any vintage shopping spree through Belfast; why not find something old, borrowed, or blue while perusing the market? It is also a great place to buy a jacket if the weather turns a bit cold while you are enjoying your pint in the market.
Opening Hours: Wednesday-Sunday, 12 pm – 7 pm
Barkley & Waggins
Trademarket Belfast is dog-friendly. They also have a cute dog boutique, so you can treat your best friend while visiting the market together.
Bethany Fruit Market
It’s a great place to get some fresh local produce, perfect for taking home for dinner or having as a snack while enjoying the sun at the market (or huddling for warmth under the canopy).
Outside In
This fantastic business provides streetwear that is not only fashionable but also helps give back to those experiencing homelessness. If you buy a Wear One Share One hat from them, a homeless person will get one, too. They do a lot of very important work beyond just making beautiful and long-lasting clothing items for you to buy.
Another great place to buy a jacket or a hat if the weather turns cold while you enjoy your pint or food in the market.
Opening Hours:
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 11 am – 6 pm |
| Thursday | 11 am – 8 pm |
| Friday | 11 am – 8 pm |
| Saturday | 11 am – 6 pm |
| Sunday | 12 pm – 6 pm |
Urban Market
Featuring works from many independent businesses around Northern Ireland, Urban Market is a great place to go gift shopping or to treat yourself.
Trademarket Belfast Drinks
The Trademarket’s two in-house bars offer up gins, poitin, and whiskey serve such as the ‘High On Lemon Pie’ – which pairs Boatyard Gin with Peach, Montenegro, Pastry Orgeat, and Lemon Zest Cordial. I also like interesting cocktails like the ‘Quick Maths’, a mix of Union Spirit Lemon & Leaf, Regal Rogue Rose, Aperol, Herb Ends Tincture, Prosecco and Soda. They also have classic cocktails such as the Long Island Ice Tea, Bramble, and Pornstar Martini. More of a beer drinker? You aren’t left out. Their taps offer beers like Red Stripe, Harp, and Estrella, and guest taps featuring local craft beers like ‘Umbongo’ from Boundary Brewing Company.
Learn more about local beer breweries and craft bars in Belfast in our other articles.
Trademarket Belfast Food
- Baps
- Bodega Bagels
- Brew & Yaki
- Hey Chick!
- Katsu Kitchen
- Kubo
- Moon Gelato Co.
- Pi Guy
- Pie Queen
- Pipian
- Rebel & Ruse
Baps
Looking for a beef burger packed with flavour and possibly some chips? Baps is the new addition to Trademarket Belfast but is worth visiting.
Menu Highlights
Disco Burger – Salvador Slaw, American cheese, white onion, lettuce, pickles, disco sauce.
Speakeasy: Smashed Chickpea patties, onion bhaji, lettuce, korma mayo, pickled onion, and mango chutney.
Bodega Bagels
New York-style bagels are at your fingertips here in Belfast, offered by Bodega Bagels. There are loads of fillings and smears to choose from, including specials that are not to be missed.
Menu Highlights
Shroom Melt – Oyster mushrooms marinated in soy and ginger, kimchi, vegan cheese and rocket.
Ace – Avocado, American Cheese, Bodega-style Egg, Sriracha or Ballymaloe Relish
Opening Hours : Wed-Sun 12-4
Brew & Yaki
Offering up Taiwanese desserts and excellent boba tea, this place is the perfect place for a sweet treat and an excellent alternative for a non-alcoholic drink. If you head to Brew & Yaki and fall in love with bubble tea, which is understandable, you should check out our article on Bubble Tea in Belfast to find out where you can get some of the best.
Menu Highlights
Apple fruit tea & strawberry boba
Obanyaki Wheel Cake with Vanilla custard filling
Hey Chick!
If you are looking for a great fried chicken burger, you have to try Hey Chick! Pair your pint with crisscross fries and spicy Korean fried chicken for a tasty treat.
Menu Highlights
Buffalo Fried Chicken Burger
Korean Vegan Junk Fries
Wed-Sun //12-10 pm
Katsu Kitchen
Check out this menu for Asian fusion delights and food that will suit anyone, from Katsu curry to topped chips.
Menu Highlights
Katsu Chicken Bao Buns
Thai Green Veggie Spring Rolls served with Ponzu
Kubo
Kubo brings an amazing selection of Filipino food to the trademarket Belfast, including Filipino bbq dishes.
Menu Highlights
Filipino Pork BBQ – Pineapple Banana Ketchup w/ homemade spicy vinegar & atchara pickles
Biko w/ coconut caramel – Glutinous rice cakes cooked with coconut milk and brown sugar.
Moon Gelato Co.
Looking for a sweet treat to cool down? Moon Gelato Co. offers a wide range of flavours, including sorbets, to suit any dietary requirements.
Menu Highlights
Waffle Cone with Milk Chocolate Moon gelato
Strawberry and Banana Sorbet Slushie
Pi Guy
One of the best stonebaked pizzas in Belfast finds its home at Trademarket.
Menu Highlights
The Uncle June (VG) – Artichoke, kalamata olives, capers, lemon, basil, EVOO….(No cheese!)
The BB King – Local blue cheese, apple, pistachio, confit garlic, mozzarella.
Pie Queen
Grab a pie on the go or order one for a special occasion; Pie Queen is a great place to treat yourself to some delicious pastry goods.
Menu Highlights
Blueberry & Meringue Pie
Apple & Butterscotch Pie
Pipian
A super filling burrito sound good? Pipian is the place to be.
Menu Highlights
Build your own burritos with fillings such as Citrus Chipotle Chicken and fire-roasted arbol Squash (Vegan options are available).
Rebel & Ruse
Slow-cooked BBQ food with braised beef and mushroom alternatives are available.
Menu Highlights
Oyster Po’Boy – Deep Fried Mushroom, Charred Sweetcorn Salsa, Dragon Claw Whiskey Hot Sauce & Leaves
Osso Buco – Smoked & Braised Beef shin, Beef Fat Onions, Peppers, Provolone, Balsamic Crispy Onions and Different Gravy
Other Belfast Markets
Belfast is full of great markets, such as St. George’s Market, the only remaining Victorian covered market space still used for markets.
Belfast also has seasonal markets, such as the Continental Market in Spring and Christmas.
Want to learn more about Belfast markets you can visit? Check out our article on St. George’s Market, the Spring Continental Market, or the Belfast Christmas Market.
