Great Northern Market has officially opened in Manchester Airport – a landmark new market hall and the first concept of its kind in any UK airport.
Part of a wider £1.2bn transformation project in the airport, the market hall launches on the ground level of the departure lounge and is set to redefine what travellers expect from airport dining.
Great Northern Market is part of Airport Retail Enterprises, who operate multiple food brands across UK airports, with the market its first site in Manchester.
John & Hayley Butts Directors at Airport Retail Enterprises, said: “We are thrilled to be finally opening our doors and bringing this exciting new street-food style concept to Manchester Airport. Great Northern Market will provide all the benefits of a market hall environment – variety, quality, value and a lively, social atmosphere – on a scale not previously seen in UK airports.”
More than just a food destination, the market captures the buzzing creativity of the Northern street-food scene. Bringing together six diverse, flavour-led kitchens in a lively, social space, offering premium food without the fuss of formal dining.
With over 470 covers, Great Northern Market is Manchester Airport’s largest food and beverage destination to date, offering something for every taste, budget, and moment, whether grabbing food on the go or settling in before your flight.
Through bold interiors, beautifully crafted kitchens, and the hum of the open space, Great Northern Market reflects the energy of the city itself. To help capture and bring this vision to life, Great Northern Market partnered with Sheffield-based visual artist Marcus Method, whose influence can be felt throughout. From initial creative exploration and ideas, the bright and vibrant impressive full-wall mural was hand painted by Marcus himself over a number of weeks. His artwork can also be felt throughout other brand touchpoints from menus to the digital experience.
Meet the kitchens
At the heart of Great Northern Market are six street food style kitchens, each offering its own distinct identity and flavour:
- Nashville Hot House – bringing the fiery flavours of the American South, with crispy buttermilk chicken and signature Nashville hot sauce.
- Black Iron Grill – a haven for burger lovers, specialising in juicy smash burgers and loaded sides.
- Kouzina – a fresh, Greek-inspired menu delivering Mediterranean flavours with a taste of the Aegean.
- Palms Café – aromatic and full of flavour, serving Asian-inspired dishes packed with depth and spice.
- La Casita – a vibrant Mexican kitchen offering a fiesta of bold, zesty flavours in every bite.
- Napoli Street Pizza – authentic Neapolitan sourdough pizzas, crafted to perfection.
The line-up also includes recognisable local names such as Gooey, the Manchester favourite bakery, who will also be at the market with cookies and donuts.
