Address: Electric Ave, London, SW9 8JX, United Kingdom
Rating: 4.3
based on 325 reviews.
Market Atmosphere
Pros:
"Brixton is just a cool area of London in General lots of great shops, pubs, and diversity."
"Brixton market is an assault on the sense. So much to see, smell and touch."
"Brixton Market is So Vibrant and lively now it's full of lots of entrepreneurs young people trying to make a living which is great."
"A vibrant, busy and eclectic mix of clientele down Brixton market."
"Vibrant colourful great choice of food from all corners of the world."
"A real celebration of cultures and cuisines, giving a wealth of choice for different ethnic tastes."
"A Melting pot of cultures, different aromas waft through the air as you pass multiple eateries."
Cons:
"The once song worthy Brixton Market is in a very sad decline thanks to plans to turn areas around the market into high rise residential flats."
"At night time when the market is closed. unfortunately the area is used as a public toilet. So it can smell bad at night."
"Just another part of London im not to comfortable to be in for obvious reasons, that needs sorting out if you want people to visit."
"The area does not have the same vibe on a normal day like it use to."
"It's okay but the authenticity of the area has gone."
"Brixton market feels so different 😐. That feeling of energy and zing is gone from Brixton."
"It is quite electric in that Avenue... it was observed that covid compliance was not properly observed as well as social distancing."
Shopping and Food
Pros:
"Mama Lan's is brilliant and value for money, as is Fish, Wing and Ting."
"Plenty of food and drinks to try, and even more shops to browse."
"The vendors are very nice and kind."
"Good if you want fresh food from the local stores."
"For people looking to eat wide choice in the whole area."
"Huge market with amazing variety of products from all over the world."
"Great place to shop, fresh fruit and vegetables and great meat and fish products."
Cons:
"High Street with many inaccessible shops for mobility impaired (2 declined my custom)."
"The shops are pretty tacky and all sell the same cheap goods."
"Its not worth visiting anymore due to the closure of many of the shops and older stalls."
"The downside is that there is no where to park, so if anyone plans to come, it's better by train, tube, bike or by bus."
"The Colombian cafe was a bad experience - 3 small spare ribs in BBQ sauce & very dry cassava chips.very overpriced for poor quality food & limited drinks."
"Also I hate the fact that most traders don't show the prices."
"The only thing that I would criticise the markets on is that it is very hard to socially distance in some parts of the markets."
Community and Culture
Pros:
"It is always a wonderful pleasure to visit Brixton."
"Really enjoyed walking around soaking up the irie culture and seeing it's population."
"An eclectic place for independent wares."
"It has always been a wonderful eclectic mix that will hopefully stay despite changes."
"A wide variety of items are available in this vibrant market."
"Love love love this little market."
"Heart of Brixton's current good fortune. A massive contributor to what makes Brixton popular today."
Cons:
"Wow gentrification at its finest. It's totally not the same anymore made into the area not for us who built it anymore."
"The worry for these areas is that they are historically important in regards to how the British Afro Caribbean community adapted and assimilated but seem to be going through the London gentrification process."
"But, over the years, it has steadily become gentrified. Many of the small independent businesses have been forced out with unaffordable rent increases."
"Small ethnic businesses and meat markets are slowly being shut down and taken over, it's not the same anymore which is a shame."
"It's been bought by an American which I'm not all too happy about because some strange gentrified shops are starting to pop up in disregard to the community and culture of the south london area."
"Totally awful how they raised the prices for the poor and long standing residents and stall holders to bring in 'boujee' overpriced establishments now."
"Brixton has seen many changes over the years a lot of the cultural heritage of this great community place has disappeared."
Accessibility and Convenience
Pros:
"It's much cheaper and fresher than supermarkets."
"Brixton wouldn't be Brixton without a market. I surely don't want too see a row of high end coffee shops!!!"
"Just a couple of mins walk from the Brixton station, so can't miss it."
"It's right by Brixton Rail and Underground stations, super easy access."
"You get everything that might be needed in our daily life."
"Very easy to reach with the Victorian Line straight into Brixton."
"This is brixton rd, outside of the tube station, the market is 1 minutes walk, this part of brixton is always busy, and 90% of the time u will hear different types of music."
Cons:
"Try to sit inside as there's an open fish market next door, which can be quite off putting!!"
"Do not buy in the first fruit and vegetables stall (in front of Iceland) unless you want to be scammed."
"Next time will not drive there parking is a serious issue. I will take public transport."
"Seems to be full of drug addicts and dealers??? And then the vulnerable and mentally ill, homeless thrown in which is sad."
"It's just that 'funky smell' certain parts of the market have that will change your face at parts of your journey when your walking through."
"Watch out for pickpockets this market is very nice you can find a lot of exotic things."
"Brixton is not the safest place to be either. Caught someone trying to steal my bicycle and had to defend myself."
Quality and Pricing
Pros:
"I have 14 years living nearby Brixton Market which I visit on a weekly basis and it just keeps on improving and cleaner all the time."
"Prices are very reasonable great for family reunion family get-together and a great for school holiday getaway."
"Based on my observation store owners have the time to explain things that not clear to customers."
"Great place to loose yourself for a few hours, with decent coffee and foods from around the World."
"Lovely market selling quality goods at amazing prices."
"A feast for the senses. A diverse range of eateries, fresh fish, meat, vegetables, and fruits."
"Best of all, great quality and very reasonable prices."
Cons:
"The difference stalls have a wide selection the only issue is prices which are astronomical."
"Some of the pricing are a bit high along with small portions so be aware."
"However, it's slightly getting expensive these days, but you can still get a bargain if you know how to."
"Even prices are as high as in the city."
"Great market but unfortunately the food is not that fresh."
"However fresh fruit and vegetables can be a bit hit and miss."
"Boy tanks get Expensive de 1big of Caribbean Seasonings/Bush & such delights come up to £20."