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SUGBO MERCADO the weekend food market

© CEBU navi SAKURA | vol.18 Nov.-Dec.|2018

Locals and tourists swarms the area from Thursdays to Sundays. Why don't you come and take a look around Sugbo Mercado.

SUGBO MERCADO the weekend food market

The First and Biggest Year-Round Weekly Food Market in Cebu

SUGBO MERCADO the weekend food market

“Bazaars and food fairs come and go with the seasons,” leaving foodies craving for hip and budget-friendly places to eat. Sugbo Mercado opened on September 26, 2015 with the goal of being the first and biggest year-round weekly food market in Cebu and to be a venue for the best of the best of Cebu, as well as for budding new players in the local food industry to showcase their products in a tour de force of local pride. It has been an avenue for local startups to grow into great local brands.
Sugbo Mercado also welcomes merchants offering lifestyle products like clothing, crafts, beauty and wellness products, etc. to complete a curated collection of tenants in a well-planned bazaar space in the BPO and lifestyle hub of Cebu - Cebu I.T. Park. Currently, Sugbo Mercado has 65 individual vendors, each serving an array of their own specialties and they are now on their third year of serving the best food at pocket-friendly prices. Sugbo Mercado is open from Thursday to Sunday, 5:00pm - 1:00am.

SUGBO MERCADO the weekend food market

Creamy ice cream for the kids and kids at heart.

SUGBO MERCADO the weekend food market

SUGBO MERCADO the weekend food market

The open area can accommodate big groups too. So feel free to bring everyone!

SUGBO MERCADO the weekend food market

Authentic takoyaki, fresh from the pan!

SUGBO MERCADO the weekend food market

SUGBO MERCADO the weekend food market

An avenue for growth and cultural exchange.

Food is one thing that never goes out of style. That is probably one reason why Sugbo Mercado has been warmly welcomed by Cebuanos.
Finding it is not that difficult as it is conveniently located in the Garden Bloc of Cebu I.T. Park, the BPO and lifestyle hub of Cebu. As you walk towards Sugbo Mercado, you'll smell the tantalizing aromas of different food. The festive atmosphere inside Sugbo Mercado is another thing that draws people here, not only locals but foreigners as well. Looking around the well-lit area, you'll see foreign and local vendors offer their foods and products to the people walking around and you'll hear music and musicians playing for the crowds.
With more than 60 vendors waiting for you, choosing a meal for the night can be a tough job. Are you looking for filling local food? Feel free to walk around and take your pick. Perhaps Japanese, Vietnamese, Korean, or Indian food? Sugbo Mercado has your back! There are also refreshing and colorful drinks for sale too. If you have a sweet tooth, there are stalls selling ice cream and desserts too.
Sugbo Mercado has become more than just a food bazaar or food fair, it's also become a place where both locals and tourists gather and have a great time. It has become a place for culture exchanges and most importantly, it is a place for budding entrepreneurs to learn and showcase their products.

SUGBO MERCADO the weekend food market

Even from above, Sugbo Mercado looks lively!

A Peek-inside Cebu's Biggest Food Market

Sugbo Mercado promotes the motto “Clean As You Go!” So don't forget to throw away your trash after eating!

SUGBO MERCADO the weekend food market

SUGBO MERCADO the weekend food market

Cheggs

SUGBO MERCADO the weekend food market

Japanese Cheese Tarts

Chou chou

SUGBO MERCADO the weekend food market

OKONOMIYAKI

Crazy Curly

SUGBO MERCADO the weekend food market

UNICORNS

HASHIMAKI

SUGBO MERCADO the weekend food market

HASHIMAKI OKONOMIYAKI

SUGBO MERCADO the weekend food market

These ladies will prepare the best Hashimaki for you!

NIKUMAKI

SUGBO MERCADO the weekend food market

NIKUMAKI SET

Ana's Lechon

SUGBO MERCADO the weekend food market

Lechon

DELICA YAMA

SUGBO MERCADO the weekend food market

TAKOYAKI

SUGBO MERCADO the weekend food market

Grab a serving of piping hot Takoyaki now!

VIETNAMESE FOOD

SUGBO MERCADO the weekend food market

Fresh Springroll

Niche's shop

SUGBO MERCADO the weekend food market

Socks

HYDRO BEER STATION

SUGBO MERCADO the weekend food market

SUGBO MERCADO the weekend food market

Tropical Juices are also sold here!

FUKUBEYA GYOZA

SUGBO MERCADO the weekend food market

GYOZA

UMA

SUGBO MERCADO the weekend food market

Chicken

CHARRED

SUGBO MERCADO the weekend food market

KEBABS

KUZINA GUADALUPE

SUGBO MERCADO the weekend food market

チキングリル

SUGBO MERCADO the weekend food market

SHELDON’S GELATO

SUGBO MERCADO the weekend food market

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