Arôme Bakery
Shop · Covent Garden
1. Arôme Bakery, Covent Garden
@secret.london on tiktok
2 creator videos · 1 member save
Best Shops in Covent Garden (2026): Go In for One Thing, Leave With Five
Covent Garden is good for better than the piazza suggests, and the shops people save most are Arôme Bakery, Chestnut Bakery and The Barbary. Ranked from 21 places we track here, creator picks first.
Updated · 21 places we track in Covent Garden, all first recorded in March 2026
Covent Garden is where you end up rather than where you set out for, and it has a reputation to match. Walk two streets off the piazza and that stops being true. Neal's Yard, Seven Dials and the roads behind them carry most of what is actually good here.
How we chose
We track 21 places in Covent Garden filed under shops. Some of them turned up in creator videos we pulled apart. Places with a creator mention, a member save or a member gem rank first, and mentions weigh most. The rest runs on a broader popularity signal from our wider place index, so the tail of this list moves less than the top does. Last added to in March 2026.
Ranked shops in Covent Garden
Chestnut Bakery
Shop · Covent Garden
Seasonal pastries and a calm, stripped-back vibe make this Covent Garden spot feel like a quiet escape.
4. Chestnut Bakery – Found on Floral Street, Covent Garden, this bakery is a flavor sensation! From the Tiramisu Danish and the award-winning UK Best Croissant 2024 to the Kimchi Monkey Bread, everything is as delicious as it looks!
@gioacchino.london.uk on tiktok
1 creator video · 2 member saves
The Barbary
Shop · Covent Garden
Local spot serving Berber-inspired small plates and some seriously good octopus dishes.
The Barbary – counter seating, bold flavours, very date-friendly
@immyperry on tiktok
1 creator video
Choosing Keeping
Shop · Covent Garden
Charming stationery shop full of quirky finds and enchanting window displays that feel straight out of a storybook.
Covent Garden
Shop · Covent Garden
Vibrant marketplace where Victorian buildings house shops and cafes alongside talented street performers.
FILTRD
Shop · Covent Garden
Cozy café and homeware spot nestled quietly in a Covent Garden back alley.
Glossier London
Shop · Covent Garden
Bright pink beauty shop in London stocked with a great range of cosmetics and skincare.
London Graphic Centre
Shop · Covent Garden
You'll find everything you need for your creative projects, from quality paints to specialty papers and drawing supplies.
Tenderbooks
Shop · Covent Garden
Hunt through shelves packed with art books, zines, and quirky finds at this independent London bookshop.
Magma
Shop · Covent Garden
Independent bookshop in London where thoughtful design and curated selections create an inspiring browsing experience.
Rokit Covent Garden
Shop · Covent Garden
Hunt through rails of vintage pieces spanning decades at this sprawling Covent Garden spot.
Henry Pordes Books Ltd
Shop · Covent Garden
Hidden gem for book lovers hunting down rare volumes and hard-to-find first editions tucked away in London.
Mariage Freres
Shop · Covent Garden
Lovely tea shop where you can browse hundreds of blends and enjoy delicate pastries in an elegant setting.
Storey's
Shop · Covent Garden
Vintage maps and prints fill three galleries of this wonderful London shop.
Jubilee Market
Shop · Covent Garden
Vintage treasures and handmade items fill this bustling covered market in central London.
Cicchetti by San Carlo - London Covent Garden
Shop · Covent Garden
Italian restaurant serving up seasonal small plates and fresh oysters in the heart of Covent Garden.
The Astrology Shop
Shop · Covent Garden
Quirky London spot where you can browse crystals, tarot cards, and all things mystical.
The Moomin Shop London
Shop · Covent Garden
You'll find charming Finnish merchandise inspired by the beloved Moomin characters in this cozy London shop.
The Petersham Wine Bar & Deli
Shop · Covent Garden
Cozy spot serving fresh seasonal fare surrounded by greenery and natural light.
South African Shop London
Shop · Covent Garden
Browse authentic South African treats and groceries run by genuinely welcoming staff in central London.
SugarSin
Shop · Covent Garden
Vibrant sweet shop tucked away in London, packed with colourful pick and mix selections.
More in Covent Garden
Where this data comes from
Spillist pulls places out of TikToks and Reels and keeps track of what people save. The counts on this page cover the 21 places we hold in the Covent Garden neighbourhood. Spot something wrong or closed? Tell us.