Derby Market Hall to offer street food, artisan ice cream and elegant coffee wine bar in Derby city centre
Explore the exciting line-up of new food hall traders to offer a range of tantalising dishes including Jamaican soul food and Dutch inspired pancakes
A new era for Derby’s independent shopping, dining and entertainment scene is on the horizon.
Derby city centre is gearing up for a big transformation with the opening of two multi-million pound venues in spring 2025.
Following a £35.1m restoration, Derby Market Hall will reopen its doors to the public on Saturday, May 24, 2025.
Derby City Council announced a list of traders who will move into the revitalised Derby Market Hall, marking another milestone in the transformation of the historic Grade II-listed building.
A curated mix of traditional and contemporary traders will be in place when the Market Hall reopens its doors, creating a vibrant hub in the heart of the city and blending the Market Hall’s rich history with a modern experience.
The newest announcement of traders offers something for everyone, with a variety of international flavours and diverse menus for all visitors.
People can expect authentic international flavours from traders such as award-winning Back-A-Yard Cuisine.
Travel to Jamaica without leaving Derby by diving into fiery jerk chicken dumplings and Portland jerk chicken.
Honouring a motto of ‘serving quality with taste and smiles’, Back-A-Yard Cuisine holds the People’s Choice award from the British Street Food Awards 2024.
Fans of Japanese cuisine will no doubt appreciate SHIO.
Originally located in Nottingham with a focus on small plate dishes, SHIO will offer Market Hall customers steamed rice bowls and their signature Japanese fried chicken, made using the finest locally sourced ingredients.
For a taste of the Mediterranean, hop over to Tony’s Greek Street Food who has over 35 years’ experience in the food industry in both Greece and the UK.
Founded in 2017 as a mobile food stall, it is now a takeaway shop which was previously nominated for the Best 10 British Kebab Awards 2021.
People can tuck into gyros, souvlaki, halloumi, moussaka, and more.
Traditional recipes passed down through generations promise customers a ‘truly unique experience’ of Greek cuisine.
Traditional classics are expected to be at the heart of the Market Hall’s culinary offer with Gourmegg bringing its multi-award-winning Scotch eggs alongside classic handmade dishes.
The range includes classic pork, pork and nduja imported from Calabria, pork and black pudding, and pork with caramelised red onion chutney.
Cheeky Pancakes will offer a taste of Holland with sweet and savoury food inspired by popular Dutch street food.
Claiming the Bristol Eats Better Award for their commitment to eco-friendly practices, sustainability, and locally sourced ingredients, the vendor has also worked with big names such as Warner Bros. Studios and catered for private stars, including Gareth Bale and Tom Cruise.
Customers at the Market Hall can enjoy signature dishes including Cheeky Cheese (Poffertjes topped with melted cheese, garlic butter, and smoked paprika).
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner options will also be available.
Nadine Peatfield, Leader of Derby City Council and Cabinet Member for City Centre, Regeneration, Strategy and Policy, said: “I am thrilled to announce the second wave of traders who will be moving into the transformed Derby Market Hall when it reopens its doors on Saturday, May 24.
“We are bringing together the best of the region’s independent shopping, eating, drinking, and entertainment, and I’m incredibly excited for visitors to explore all the various international foods on offer.
“Our traders offer something special for everyone. With a variety of cuisines available, I’m certain that the opening of the Market Hall will be met with much anticipation, and I am eager to welcome visitors upon opening.
“The Market Hall will once again be Derby’s beating heart where people choose to come together to enjoy the buzz of the city, and I am certain that it will be a huge success.”
Located at the heart of the city centre, linking Derbion and St Peter’s Quarter with the Cathedral Quarter and Becketwell, the redeveloped Market Hall will play a key role in widening the diversity of the city centre and is expected to generate £3.64m for the local economy every year.
More traders, including street food traders, are set to be announced in the coming weeks.
Location: Derby Market Hall, Tenant Street, Derby DE1 2DB
For more click here: derbymarkethall.co.uk