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Salcedo Saturday Market
A Saturday morning market in a leafy Makati park, with regional Filipino dishes, international food, produce, plants and crafts around a communal dining area.
At a glance
- Type
- Weekend food market
- Area
- Salcedo Village, Makati, Manila, Philippines
Good to know
- Regional food stalls
- Organic produce
- Outdoor communal dining
- Playground
Why we recommend it
The Salcedo Community Market, known to most people as the Salcedo Saturday Market, takes over Jaime C. Velasquez Park in Salcedo Village every Saturday from 7am to 2pm. The park is a small green pocket of about 0.7 hectares in the middle of the Makati business district, and the market has been a fixture of weekend life here since 2005. It was started by expatriate residents of the surrounding condominiums who wanted something like a European village market, opening with 27 merchants and growing to around 150 within a few years.
The main attraction is the food. Stalls sell regional Filipino cooking from Ilocos, Pampanga and Bicol alongside French, Thai and Indonesian dishes, and there are local desserts, baked goods and drinks. A communal outdoor dining area sits in the middle, so the usual approach is to walk the whole market first, buy a few things from different stalls and then find a seat to share them. It is one of the easiest places in the city to try a range of provincial dishes in a single visit.
Beyond the hot food, the market sells organic produce, plants and flowers, supplements, ceramics and housewares. It is a good place to pick up edible gifts or a few items for a picnic, and to see how Manila's middle class spends a Saturday morning.
Arrive early. The best stalls draw queues by mid-morning, shade is limited once the sun is high, and some dishes sell out well before closing. Bring cash in small notes, a reusable bag and a hat. The park has a playground, a lawn and a trellised walkway, so it works well for families, and public restrooms are available.
The market is named after its park, which honours Colonel Jaime Velasquez, a figure in the development of the Makati business district. If you are on a budget, it is also a sensible place for an inexpensive brunch, as you can choose small portions from several stalls rather than one large meal.
The park sits between Tordesillas and L.P. Leviste streets in Salcedo Village, within walking distance of many Makati hotels. It is easy to combine with the Ayala Museum and Greenbelt in the afternoon. The park also hosts Art in the Park, a twice-yearly art fair, so check local listings before you go. The market suits food lovers, families, early risers and anyone staying in Makati over a weekend.
Salcedo Saturday Market FAQs
When is the Salcedo market open?
Saturdays from 7am to 2pm.
Where is it held?
In Jaime C. Velasquez Park, Salcedo Village, Makati.
What can you eat there?
Regional dishes from Ilocos, Pampanga and Bicol, plus French, Thai and Indonesian food and local desserts.
Is there seating?
Yes, a communal outdoor dining area sits in the middle of the market.
When should you arrive?
Early, before the mid-morning queues and heat.
Is it good for children?
Yes, the park has a playground and lawn.
What else is sold?
Organic produce, plants, flowers, ceramics and housewares.
When did the market start?
It opened in 2005 with 27 merchants.