5 Food Spots You Need to Try in Cardiff Market
Right, let’s get one thing straight, Cardiff Market is a bit of a madhouse. But it’s our madhouse, full of noise, brilliant characters, and, more importantly, food that’ll make you question why you ever thought meal deals were exciting. So, here are five food spots you simply need to try, because life’s too short to eat boring food.
1. Tonkatsu Sando by Tokyo Nights
First up, you’ll want to head straight to Tokyo Nights, where they’re serving up their infamous Tonkatsu Sando. Essentially, a Japanese pork sandwich that’s so good it makes you wonder why your own sandwiches don’t make you feel this happy. It’s crispy, it’s juicy, it’s basically everything you’ve ever wanted between two slices of bread. Honestly, it’s the kind of sandwich that’ll ruin all other sandwiches for you. You’ve been warned.
Tonkatsu Sando - £8
2. Pierogis
Now, if carbs are your love language, you need to meet Pierogis. Think of them as dumplings that have decided to live their best life, stuffed with potatoes, cheese, Duck or even mushrooms if you’re feeling wild. They’re hearty, they’re comforting, and they’re what you need when the Welsh weather decides to be particularly grim. Top them with homemade Polish style Coleslaw and prepare to question your life choices up to this point.
Duck Pierogis - £10.80 / Welsh Lamb £9 / Cottage Cheese & Potato £10.20
3. Cheese Wheel Pasta from Dirty Gnocchi
Brace yourself, because this is cheese like you’ve never seen it before. Dirty Gnocchi is out here melting a massive wheel of cheese and tossing fresh pasta in it. Yes, it’s as dramatic and beautiful as it sounds. It’s cheesy, creamy, and makes you feel a bit fancy while also looking like you’ve given up on all dietary aspirations. Also if you’re feeling a bit fruity you can top the bad boy with Beef Shin, to really blow your mind. You’ll be fine, just embrace it.
Plain Alfredo - £7.50 / Bacon Carbonara - £9 / Beef Ragu - £10
4. Gyros from Olive and Oregano
Now, sometimes you just need something that makes you feel like you’re on holiday without actually having to book a flight. Enter Olive and Oregano’s Gyros. Soft, fluffy pita, juicy meat, and enough garlic sauce to remind everyone in a 5-mile radius that you’ve just had one. It’s messy, it’s glorious, and it’s a proper good time.
Pork / Chicken Gyros - £14
5. Panzerotti from Franco’s Street Food
If you spot a bloke grinning from ear to ear, you’ve found Franco. This guy’s basically the happiest man alive, and his Panzerotti will make you understand why. Imagine a pizza that’s decided to fold itself into a neat little parcel, fry itself up, and deliver pure joy to your face. They’re crispy on the outside, gooey on the inside, and if you don’t love them, I’m not sure we can be friends.
Are you going to head there?
Cardiff Market doesn’t do boring, and neither should you. Next time you find yourself wandering through the chaos, make sure you hunt down these gems. Your stomach will thank you, and your diet can wait till Monday. Probably.
