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= Covent Garden Market = [[File:Covent Garden Market, London, Ontario (21812491906).jpg|alt=Covent Garden Market, London, Ontario.|thumb|285x285px|Covent Garden Market, London, Ontario.

130 King Street

London ON N6A 1C5]] Covent Garden Market is an indoor market located in downtown London, Ontario, with various merchants, restaurants, events and a bi-weekly farmer's market. Located near Budweiser Gardens and Fanshawe College's downtown campus, the area has lots of foot traffic. The market offers a variety of fresh produce, international grocery and in-house dining experiences. Seasonal offerings include pop-up farmer's markets, an outdoor skating rink, art and entertainment showcases and various programs.

Early History
The idea for the market dates back to 1835. At the time, a patent was issued for a "public fair or mart" in the area. Farmers would visit the market three days a week -- Tuesday's, Thursday's and Saturday's -- to sell crops and produce. In 1845, surrounding businesses offered portions of their land around Richmond, Dundas and King Street for the market's permanent location. The market became a central hub in the city where buyers and sellers would meet to socialize and negotiate deals on produce, meat and other supplies until World War I.

First Renovation
The rise of automobiles began presenting logistical problems on the structure of a traditional market. In 1955, a group of nine men formed the Covent Garden Building Inc. The new owners remodelled the building to accommodate automobiles with four parking levels and an entirely new market building.

Second Renovation
By 1998, the market required additional upgrades. In October of 1999, thousands of London citizens gathered to watch the reveal of the second renovation. The Covent Garden Market is a central feature of the city's culture and remains a long-standing tradition within the community.

Waldo's Bistro on King
Waldo's includes a variety of seafood, such as lobster sea scallop bisque, deep-fried local perch, bruschetta, sautéed shrimp, escargot. Other options include sandwiches, burgers, chicken fingers, salads and pastas.

The Salad Bowl
A menu including various wraps, soups and salads, as well as snacks and beverages.

The New Delhi Deli
A Caribbean-style restaurant offering a variety of staples, including jerk chicken, oxtail, curry goat, roti wraps, samosas, seafood, duck, lamb, curry chicken, soups and Jamaican patties.

Better Blend Smoothie Bar
A health-focused restaurant with fresh juices, smoothie bowls, frozen yogurt, chia pudding and various toasts.

Thai Delight
An authentic Thai dining experience with crispy coconut cookies and salad fresh rolls with peanut sauce.

Tanakaya Japanese Restaurant
An authentic Japanese dining experience that offers sushi, sashimi, teriyaki, noodles, bubble tea, hot tea and more.

Olive R. Twists
Olive R. Twist's with a range of dishes using fresh ingredients, meats, fish and herbs & spices. The restaurant has a 75-foot bar and outdoor patio.

Mona's Shawarma & Grill
Mona's offers a variety of Mediterranean cuisine, including stews, rice dishes and salads. The restaurant has several pita sandwich options with chicken shawarma, beef kebab, kafta and falafel.

Kleiber's Deli
Combines delicatessens from Germany, Holland, Poland and Switzerland. The menu includes soups, schnitzel, sausage and perogie dishes.

International Bakery
A European-inspired bakery with traditional baked goods, including kringle, pastries, cakes and breads.

Hot Oven
A menu of sweet and savoury pastries. Hot Oven bakes fresh phyllo pastries daily, with spinach and cheese, meat or plain flavour choices.

Cucina Italiana
An Italian American style with hot Italian sandwiches, submarine sandwiches and fresh pasta dishes. Cucina Italiana also has a dessert menu with tiramisu and cannolis.

The Piping Kettle Soup Co.
A wide-ranging soup menu, including broccoli & cheddar, chicken noodle, jambalaya, hearty beef vegetable, jalapeño popper, lentil with maple sausage, sweet potato chowder, Thai chicken and turkey chili. Sandwiches offered include pulled pork and barbecue chicken.

Seoul Seafood Shoppe
The shop sells sushi grade fish, frozen fish, smoked fish and a variety of seafood items. Specialty items include British-style fish and chips and Korean dishes.

The Rice Box
An authentic Chinese dining experience with many homemade Chinese dishes.

Hasbeans
A coffee shop with fair-trade and hand-selected and imported coffee beans. The menu also includes teas, hot chocolate, cookies and other pastries.

The Little Red Roaster
Offers a selection of coffee, tea and treats. The menu features hot and cold beverages, all day breakfast, sandwiches, quiche, salads and desserts.

Outdoor Farmer's Market
Covent Garden's outdoor farmers' market hosts local vendors ranging from food to shopping. The Saturday farmers' market is open from April through December, and the Thursday farmers' market is open May through October in Rotary Square.