From bao to burgers: Tower Street Food Hall reveals opening date

Tower Street Food Hall is set to become Ipswich's latest foodie hotspot. It will feature seven independent vendors serving diverse cuisines, from pan-Asian to traditional London fare.

Tower Street Food Hall in Ipswich
Tower Street Food Hall in Ipswich

Why it matters: The venue brings together local and regional food businesses in the heart of Ipswich, transforming the former Yates bar into a modern dining destination following a £2m investment.

Tower Street Food Hall in Ipswich
Tower Street Food Hall in Ipswich Photo: Oliver Rouane-Williams (Ipswich.co.uk)

The details: The venue will open its doors at 11:00 on Saturday, February 15.

Confirmed vendors include:

  • Big Bro Bao: Pan-Asian cuisine featuring fluffy bao buns to bold, savoury bites
  • London Calling: Traditional fare including jellied eels, pie and mash, and salt beef bagels
  • Dad & Daughter's Pizza: Neapolitan pizzas cooked in a wood-fired oven
  • Slap and Pickle: Burgers made with 40-day dry-aged Swaledale beef, plus vegan options
  • Titu's Kitchen: Indian cuisine, including their "legendary Dum Biryani"
  • The Bucket List: Loaded fries and their signature "Chisagne" – a lasagne meets cheesy chip creation
The Bucket List at Tower Street Food Hall in Ipswich
The Bucket List at Tower Street Food Hall in Ipswich (The Bucket List)
Slap & Pickle at Tower Street Food Hall in Ipswich
Slap & Pickle at Tower Street Food Hall in Ipswich (Slap & Pickle)
Dad & Daughter's Pizza at Tower Street Food Hall in Ipswich
Dad & Daughter's Pizza at Tower Street Food Hall in Ipswich (Dad & Daughter's Pizza)
London Calling at Tower Street Food Hall in Ipswich
Pie and mash from London Calling at Tower Street Food Hall in Ipswich (London Calling)
Big Bro Bau at Tower Street Food Hall in Ipswich
Big Bro Bau at Tower Street Food Hall in Ipswich (Big Bro Bau)

The bigger picture: The three-storey venue will feature:

  • Ground floor: All food vendors, a small bar area, dessert and coffee counter, plus a children's play area
  • First floor: A larger bar with extensive seating
  • Second floor: A banquet hall available for hire

The bottom line: After months of anticipation since its September announcement, the eagerly awaited food hall will open its doors next week, bringing a new dining concept to Ipswich town centre.

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