The Greater Mackie is based on an index market building dating back to 1858 on the outskirts of the northern district of Manchester.
"crammed full of top-notch food and drink vendors […] with space for at least 500 people" - Mackie Mayor
While the Italian-inspired concept Eataly in London came in second, Altrincham Market House and Society Food Hall also occupy the top ten slots taking fourth, eighth and sixth seats.
A much-frequented inner-city food corridor has been voted the most productive in Britain, beating festivals in London, Liverpool and Sheffield.
"filled with the most sensible food and drink vendors" - Mackie Mayor
Mackie Mayor of the downtown area took the top spot and was praised by many restaurant owners for his "outstanding" food.
Smithfield Market Hall, which reopened as Mackie's mayor in 2017 following a huge refurbishment.
With today's line up, we are joining Tender Cow, Eagle Street Coffee, Honest Crust, Pico's, New Wave Ramen, Mumma's, Chilli B, and BlackJack Brewtap.