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We are open seven days a week, including bank holidays
Mon – Wed : 12pm – 11pm
Thur : 12pm – 12am
Fri : 12pm – 1am
Sat: 11am – 1am
Sun : 11am – 10pm
NEW
The Italian Corner is your new go-to spot for authentic Italian flavours, offering pizza by the slice, handmade pasta, artisnal Badiani gelato, Italian coffee & pastries and a stylish cocktail bar - all in one cosy, vibrant place. See Italian Corner opening hours below:
Cafe:
Monday to Friday: 8AM-4PM
Saturday and Sunday: 9AM-4PM
The Bar:
Monday to Wednesday: 12PM-10:30PM
Thursday: 12PM-11:30PM
Friday and Saturday: 12PM-00:30AM
Sunday: 12PM-9:30PM
Pizza, Focaccia & Pasta as per the general market hours above
At Mercato, you can find a wide selection of kitchens from around the world. All the dishes are created using fresh ingredients that are locally sourced.