Three Cape Town food markets all foodies MUST visit

If you want to explore Cape Town’s food market scene, here are three markets all foodies must definitely check out…

Looking to explore one of Cape Town's yummy food markets? Image: supplied

Cape Town’s food markets are among the city’s top highlights, offering a vibrant showcase of South Africa’s diverse flavours, music, and culture. Here are three of the best food markets in Cape Town you won’t want to miss…

1. The Mojo Market, Sea Point, Cape Town

For yummy food and the coolest vibes, Sea Point’s Mojo Market is the place to be. The market boasts a number of food stalls and clothing stalls, with cocktail bars and live music performances thrown in for good measure. The Sea Point Promenade is a literal stone’s throw away too – making this market the perfect place to fill rumbling tummies after a long walk on the Promenade. Open seven days a week from 08:00 to 24:00.

2. Root 44 Market in Stellenbosch, Cape Town

Root 44 Market’s beautiful lawn – perfect for throwing down a picnic blanket and chilling on weekends. Photo: supplied

Located in the Stellenbosch Winelands, Root 44 offers a great variety of food, crafts, and live entertainment. Visitors can enjoy a range of international and local cuisines, including gourmet burgers, artisanal pizzas, fresh seafood, sweet treats, and much more at this charming food market set among the Stellenbosch vineyards. The market is open on on Saturdays and Sundays from 9:00 to 17:00.

3. The Neighbourgoods Market at The Old Biscuit Mill

The Neighbourgoods Market in Cape Town. Image: canva

Located at The Old Biscuit Mill, the Neighbourgoods Market is a dynamic platform for smaller food merchants and artisans, designers, specialty producers and traders from around the city. There is a wonderful array of food to choose from, although it’ll have to be either breakfast or lunch, as the market is only open from 9:00 to 15:00 on Saturdays and 10:00 to 16:00 on Sundays.