Seven Dials Market in London is a covered market full of independent bars and restaurants, where you can simply go to have a coffee with a treat or to have something to eat. It is located in the Seven Dials neighbourhood, next to central London’s famous Covent Garden.
It is handy to know that this market exists as it is in central London, unlike other food markets like this. Packed with street food stalls, this is possibly a quick option if you don’t want to waste time sitting down in a restaurant whilst you’re visiting London.
What can you find at Seven Dials Market
As soon as you enter, you will see that the market is spread across two floors. Upstairs there are different restaurants with seating areas. On the ground floor, there is a large central area with tables and chairs surrounded by numerous food stalls.
The market is divided into Cucumber Alley and Banana Warehouse. The current market guide lists six sweet and savoury traders in Cucumber Alley and nine street-food traders in Banana Warehouse, though the line-up can change.
The pink Italian terrazzo marble counters and the orange leather stools are striking, as well as the giant banana that no child can resist climbing on!
It is ideal if you are looking for a place to grab something to eat or if you just fancy a coffee with a sweet snack, but it is also a great place if you fancy a cocktail in the evening. There are toilets inside the market, which is always good to know!
What to Eat in Seven Dials Market
The truth is that you can find almost everything here. Pizza, hamburgers, Mexican food, doughnuts, curries, tea and coffee, dumplings, crepes, waffles…
There’s also a bar, with drinks from local independent producers, and another venue called The Market Bookshop, a space dedicated to London’s food, drink and literary culture. At night, this place becomes a space for events that companies frequently book for parties or company events.
Where is Seven Dials Market
Seven Dials Market is on Earlham Street, London WC2H 9LX, about a five-minute walk from Covent Garden station and close to Leicester Square and Soho.
You can usually walk in and find a table; the market mainly takes walk-ins. Groups of ten or more can enquire about a reservation. There is step-free access between the floors, a lift and accessible toilets. The market is cash-free, so bring a card or another contactless payment method.
Opening Times
Seven Dials Market publishes the following general opening hours. On weekdays, many street-food traders start serving from midday, so check individual stalls if you are coming for an early lunch.
Monday and Tuesday: 11 am–10 pm
Wednesday to Saturday: 11 am–11 pm
Sunday: 11 am–9 pm
Website: Seven Dials Market
Events
There are regular music and other events at the market, but the programme changes. If you are hoping to catch something during your visit, have a look at the current events calendar before you go. The Market Bookshop also hosts private events.
Seven Dials Market History
In the 19th century, what we now know as the Seven Dials Market was Thomas Neal’s warehouse. This warehouse was used to store cucumbers and bananas for the Covent Garden Fruit and Vegetable Market. Paying homage to the building’s past, the market is now divided into two areas. The first is Cucumber Alley, where you’ll find fresh local produce. The second area is Banana Warehouse, home to an excellent range of street food vendors.
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