MRKT Café

Unit 30 new, Chester Indoor Market, Hunter St, Chester CH1 2AR, United Kingdom
$$$ Cafe
(77 Reviews)
Price Range £10–20

Welcome to MRKT Café, a delightful gem nestled in the heart of the Chester Indoor Market. This cozy café is not just a place to grab a bite; it’s an experience filled with warmth, flavor, and vibrant atmosphere. If you're looking for a spot that feels like home while offering a delightful culinary journey, MRKT Café is the destination for you.

The café specializes in Mediterranean cuisine, offering an array of mouth-watering wraps and comforting dishes that are perfect for any time of the day. Indulge your taste buds with the savory Chicken Shawarma Wrap, featuring tender, marinated chicken enveloped in a soft tortilla, accompanied by rich cheese, crisp salad, and a side of perfectly cooked fries—all for just £13.50. Or if you’re in the mood for something equally tantalizing, try the Lamb Shawarma Wrap, which mirrors the pleasure of the chicken variant but with a unique lamb flavor profile that is sure to impress.

For those seeking vegetarian options, the Halloumi Wrap and the vegan Falafel Wrap, both priced at £11.00, showcase high-quality ingredients and generous portions. Diners rave about the fresh flavors and the satisfaction of each bite, making these a must-try for anyone visiting the café.

But the culinary delights don’t stop there. The Cheesy Fatayer, a garlic butter flatbread, is perfect for sharing—or not, if you want to keep it all to yourself. Priced at £9.95, it pairs beautifully with MRKT's signature fries. And for a unique twist, don’t miss the Shawarma Fries, lovingly prepared to deliver a flavor explosion with each mouthful, available for £9.95. You get the choice of tender lamb or juicy chicken topped with your choice of two heavenly sauces!

The atmosphere at MRKT Café is both inviting and lively. It’s a place where locals gather, and the friendly staff make every visit special. Customers consistently highlight the warmth of the team, with many noting a particular fondness for a staff member with red hair, who is renowned for her welcoming demeanor. As customer C LBJ notes, “The staff alone are a reason to come back as they’re lovely and welcoming.” This aspect truly sets MRKT Café apart, creating a community vibe that resonates deeply with its patrons.

Real experiences speak volumes, and the reviews tell a compelling story. Customer Harry Stoakes described MRKT as “amazing,” commending the plentiful, delicious food available at affordable prices, while Liviu Tudor fell in love with the diverse menu options. “I was difficult to choose, so we got them all! Well worth it!” highlights the joyful exploration of the menu that many visitors enjoy.

In a world filled with dining options, MRKT Café shines brightly as a destination that offers not just food, but a community experience, filled with flavors that linger long after the last bite. Whether you're stopping by for breakfast or lunch, or just to enjoy a charming cup of coffee, make sure to include MRKT Café in your Chester Market journey—because great food tastes even better when shared in good company!

Service options
Outdoor seating
Takeaway
Dine-in
Delivery
Highlights
Great coffee
Great dessert
Great tea selection
Live music
Live performances
Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Solo dining
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Offerings
Alcohol
Coffee
Quick bite
Dining options
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dinner
Catering
Dessert
Seating
Table service
Amenities
Bar on site
Gender-neutral toilets
Toilet
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Crowd
Family friendly
Groups
Tourists
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Parking
Paid multi-storey car park
Pets
Dogs allowed
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

08:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Wednesday

08:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Thursday

08:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Friday

08:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Saturday

08:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Sunday

08:00 AM - 09:00 PM

77 Reviews
Harry Stoakes

19 Sep 2025

This place was amazing, the food is affordable, there's loads of it and it's probably the best tasting food I've had in a very long time. The wait was next to nothing and I would truly recommend this place to anyone going to Chester Market

C LBJ

03 Sep 2025

I come here quite often for the breakfasts, I really enjoy them. The staff alone are a reason to come back as they’re lovely and welcoming. The lady with red hair is particularly nice All of the ingredients taste of good quality. The mini breakfast is usually enough for me because the harsh browns are quite big. The selection of cakes is amazing too! I think it’s all very reasonably priced. I’ve had them to eat in and take away and they’re very consistent. The only little thing I would change is, sometimes the fried eggs can have a lot of excess oil on them. Reducing that would move it from a 9/10 to a 10/10

Leah B

13 Aug 2025

Came here for first time today with my mum, chose the omelette meal and just WOW! We were shocked how big it was lol, absolutely delicious nicest I've ever tasted, chips were lovely and nice fresh salad and homemade coleslaw with it made it all a perfect meal. Lovely cup of latte also. Staff were very friendly & helpful. Will definitely come again n highly recommend!

Sabina Tang

27 Jun 2025

This cafe offers everything you could imagine for a cosy cafe. Friendly staff, quality food well prepared and presented, table service, unbelievably affordable price. You will be surprised with how good it could be to your eye and taste bud when your order arrives. The best breakfast and lunch cafe in Chester that you can't miss. Highly recommended!

AD

11 Jun 2025

The food is absolutely delicious and the staff are always so helpful 100% recommend

Liviu Tudor

01 Jun 2025

I love this place! Really nice setup and the menu has many many options for a cafe. Was difficult to choose in between the full breakfast, chicken shawarma and falafel wrap so we got them all :) well worth it! I'm coming back for shawarma melt next !

DazAltTheory

26 May 2025

On the afternoon of Tuesday 26th August 2025, a family member & I decided to visit the famous Chester Market Food-Hall. After walking two circuits due to all outstanding premises on offer we ultimately decided upon the MRKT Café. The service was outstanding yet more importantly visual representations of the menu were presented this is something more eateries should do in just a photo of what each dish looks like on a plate can gain custom. Chester Market Food-Hall works as follows: You go to a premises, pay for your dish & potentially beverage then you are given a old-school pager. More than enough seats are available then once the old-school pager is operational via a buzz or ring tone you go to the premises to collect your food. I would strongly advise if you or anyone accompanying you has mobility issues then be seated as near to the selected premises as possible that way you can politely request if the member of staff can assist you in talking the food to your nearby table. My family member & I decided on the same dish which whilst I have forgotten the name yet was meat heaven bliss wonderful. Also, at the Chester Market Food-Hall is a bar selling alcoholic beverages therefore I got two pints of the in-house beer which was outstanding going perfectly with the choice of food. Chester Market Food-Hall is one of my favourite places in The UK, many thanks MRKT Café.

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