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The Milk Market

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The Milk Market
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#10 of 92 things to do in Limerick
Flea & Street Markets
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11:00 - 15:00
Friday
10:00 - 15:00
Saturday
08:00 - 15:00
Sunday
11:00 - 15:00
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An outdoor flea market selling everything from produce to secondhand jewelry.
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Neil W
Stratford-upon-Avon, UK18 contributions
Nice food
Apr 2022 • Couples
What a lovely place! Some great food stalls, good butchers, nice fresh produce. The stall holders were friendly and knowledgeable.

Mostly under cover but with some overflow stalls in nearby streets.

Please be aware that the market proper is on Saturdays. I see some people gave only one star because they turned up on the wrong day!

Go on Saturday and you won’t be disappointed.

Note this is sometimes referred to as the Limerick Food Market, but it is situated at the Milk Market.

It would have attracted 5 stars but there is no provision for dogs and their owners wanting to actually sit down and eat at a food market…. Hmmm
Written 30 April 2022
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Lauren F
Kildare, Ireland8 contributions
Must visit in Limerick city centre
Jul 2021 • Family
We accidentally stumbled upon the Milk Market during our visit to Limerick, and we are delighted we did!! Amazing vendors and stunning food stalls with so much on offer. We purchased some
yummy cookies and were highly impressed with everything we found in the Market. Shame it is only on at the weekend!!
Written 12 August 2021
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Paul G
Limerick, Ireland24 contributions
Great Food Offerings
Oct 2020
A visit to the Saturday Market located in the Milk Market should be on your agenda if you are visiting Limerick. Given the current circumstances the number of stall holders is slightly reduced but the quality of the food and other produce on offer is second to none. The market is open from about 8am - 2pm. Bring a big bag - you will need it!
Written 17 October 2020
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Kristine B
Orlando, FL274 contributions
Buzzing and lively atmosphere
Feb 2020 • Solo
The Milk Market is a great place to walk through and just soak in the atmosphere. There are so many stalls and things to see. I bought a crepe from the Creperie for lunch and a cupcake from another stall for dessert. Next time I’m in Cork I’d like to stay somewhere with a kitchen (or at least a fridge) so I can take home some of the fresh items from the market.
Written 10 March 2020
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WhereToTry
Waterford, Ireland1,415 contributions
A Little Disappointed
Jan 2020
Had great expectations going here as I had heard a lot about this market and thought it would be as good as the English Market in Cork but it is quite different and actually nothing like it really. It is more akin to a covered car boot sale with some classic eateries in the mix.

It was a Saturday afternoon we were there and we thought Saturday would be a great day to go there - busy with a good atmosphere but neither were there to be witnessed unfortunately. Don't think there is any reason to recommend The Milk Market or return.
Written 20 January 2020
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anagael
Newport, Mayo25 contributions
This is a must for everyone!
Oct 2019 • Family
I have travelled to limerick 4 times now since discovering the milk markets (a journey of over 2 hours each way) . There should be one in every county. I visited on a Saturday each time for the food market. The quality of the produce available is fantastic. Fresh meats & fish, sourdough, pestos, tapenade, cheese, fruit, veg, freshly baked cakes, handmade candles, soaps etc. Also the stalls that sell cooked food are fabulous. I cannot recommend this Saturday market highly enough & cannot wait for our next visit !
Written 4 January 2020
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Barry M
Dublin, Ireland12 contributions
Dont bother
Nov 2019 • Family
Was there on friday. About 3 stalls open and booked there really. Maybe better at the weekend but avoid during the week anyway.
Written 9 November 2019
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Michael D
Tipperary, Ireland6 contributions
Excellent venue for music gig
Nov 2019 • Solo
Went to see Sinead O'Connor and the venue was absolutely hands down one of my favourite ever venues for a music gig.
No matter where you stand in here you get a great view of the stage yet you're protected from the elements and wind and rain etc but still great air flow unlike usual big top circus type venues.
I loved everything about this place from the great staff to really fast moving queues for food and drink and great sound etc. Will definitely go to gigs here in the future.
Written 4 November 2019
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Linda Triggs59
2 contributions
60th birthday trip
Oct 2019 • Friends
Milk market is well worth a visit for lovely food & some Irish culture. The highlight of the trip was listening to 83 year old Tom MacNamra playing his accordium (think it was an accordium) at the market. He played Fields of Athenry for us. Lovely man.
Written 15 October 2019
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IWannaSeeItAll1968
Michigan249 contributions
Absolutely don’t miss it
Sep 2019 • Family
A must do stop for your itinerary. Tons of authentic Irish vendors and farmers with handmade crafts to fresh eggs and cheeses to homegrown flowers and veggies and everything in between. I even picked up some beautiful hand made pottery and soaps. One of our favorite stops in limerick. They’re only open certain days. Get there early and take your time looking around. We really enjoyed it and liked that our money was spent directly with the locals and on authentic food and merchandise. Many of the vendors take cards but you’ll also want plenty of cash.
Written 5 September 2019
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The Milk Market is open:
  • Sun - Sun 11:00 - 15:00
  • Fri - Fri 10:00 - 15:00
  • Sat - Sat 08:00 - 15:00
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