Lubbock’s downtown revival is getting a bold new addition — Broadway Market, a sleek and modern food hall set to transform an unused building into a vibrant hub for dining, socializing and city life.
Set along Broadway, the heart of downtown, the food hall is part of a growing movement to breathe fresh energy into the city’s core. Years of investment in downtown Lubbock — from the boutique Cotton Court Hotel to the Buddy Holly Hall of Performing Arts and Sciences and craft breweries — have paved the way for new projects like this one, bringing a mix of culture, entertainment, and dining to the city’s central district.
Aric Lampert, one of the minds behind the project, said his goal is to contribute to Lubbock’s growth by providing a dynamic space for the community.
“We need to start investing in ourselves in the heart of the city,” Lampert said. “In the old Community Health Center of Lubbock, we saw the opportunity for bringing Lubbock-ites together with a multi-functional space where you can work, eat, and play all in one place on our famous Broadway road.”
What is the Broadway Market?
The food hall will feature 11 to 13 individual stalls ranging from 300 to 500 square feet, each offering something unique. Lampert highlighted the diversity of the options to come, “each of which is different and possibly something different from Lubbock entirely.”
“I’ve been in love with downtown for a long time,” Lampert said. “Just wish that more money would be invested in it so we could basically draw more people there.”
Adding to the excitement is an event space and rooftop bar, a rarity in Lubbock. Designed as a stylish yet comfortable gathering space, it will offer panoramic views of the city and serve as a go-to spot for after-work drinks, weekend outings, and special events. Lampert noted the stunning view from the rooftop: “You can see Buddy Holly Hall of Performing Arts, Texas Tech, all down Broadway, and even the Methodist Church. It’s a beautiful view.”
The current plan is for about a 10,000 square foot ground-level food hall with 11 craft chef-inspired vendors. Lampert and his team have drawn inspiration from similar projects in other cities, recognizing that food halls have become catalysts for urban revitalization across the country.
“You’re going to have some of the classic, you know, cuisines that you would expect, but then we’re going to try and come up with some new stuff that you wouldn’t expect, that you don’t see every day in Lubbock,” Lampert said.
Lampert also addressed the shift in the city’s talent pool, explaining how projects like this food hall are key to keeping young professionals in Lubbock.
“We were losing a lot of our talent because younger people want a modern, vibrant downtown. Without that, they were leaving for bigger markets like St. Louis, Chicago, and places like that.”
He sees the food hall as a solution to retain this talent, as the second floor will encompass a co-working space.
“It’s going to be a space where you can work, eat and play — all in one place,” Lampert said.
For Lampert, this food hall represents a significant step in Lubbock’s ongoing transformation. For years, the city has been investing in revitalization efforts, from restoring historic buildings to encouraging new businesses to set up shop downtown. Lampert believes this project is a natural next step in that growth.
For those eager to see what’s next in Lubbock’s evolving food and social scene, the food hall and rooftop bar are set to become must-visit destinations. As downtown continues to grow, this project signals that Lubbock is embracing a more dynamic and forward-thinking vision for its future.
With construction underway, locals can expect more details to emerge in the coming months, from the lineup of food vendors to the grand opening timeline. But one thing is clear: downtown Lubbock is on the rise, and this new addition is a testament to the city’s bright future.
“We’re bringing in things that are possibly different from Lubbock entirely, and that’s exciting,” Lampert said.