Restaurants and places to eat near Abba Arena

How to plan your meal around a show at Abba Arena

Abba Arena sits on Pudding Mill Lane in London, with a cluster of cafes, bars, and restaurants within an easy walk. You can stay very close to the venue for a quick bite or drink, or walk a little further toward Stratford High Street and Thornton Street for more choice. Because opening hours and booking policies can change, it is worth checking each place’s current details directly on the day of your show, especially if you want a sit-down meal at a specific time.

Closest food and drink options by Abba Arena

If you want to stay right by the venue, there are places within a few hundred metres where you can get something to eat or drink before or after you head over to Pudding Mill Lane. These are useful if you prefer not to stray far from the arena once you are in the area.

• ABBA Arena (on-site bars)Around 66 m from the venue address, with bar facilities inside the arena building.
• Glace CafeAbout 120 m away on Marshgate Lane, a short walk from the arena for coffee or a light stop.
• The View Tube caféRoughly 224 m away on The Greenway, reachable on foot along the local paths near the arena.

Bars and casual spots around Dane’s Yard and the High Street

South and east of Abba Arena, around Dane’s Yard and the High Street, you will find several bar-led venues that are still within walking distance. These can work well if you want a drink and a simple meal before making your way to the show on foot.

• Jim & Tonic at The Print HouseAround 266 m from the arena on High Street, combining a bar setting with a distillery at the same address.
• Jim & TonicAbout 280 m away at 133 High Street, serving food such as burgers and pizza alongside drinks.
• The Rum House and DistilleryRoughly 313 m from the arena at 2 Dane's Yard, a bar and distillery you can walk to along the riverside area.

Cafe and restaurant choices toward Thornton Street and Stratford

If you are happy to walk a little further, heading toward Thornton Street, Warton Road, and the wider Stratford area opens up more sit-down options. These are still within roughly half a kilometre of Abba Arena, so you can finish your meal and then walk over without needing additional transport.

• CaravanAround 465 m away on Thornton Street, a cafe-style venue with vegan and vegetarian options noted in mapping data.
• Cakes and CravesAbout 478 m from the arena on Warton Road, a cafe option within walking distance for drinks or something sweet.
• River Side EastRoughly 565 m away on Thornton Street, listed as a restaurant with vegetarian options in the local area.
• The Pie Crust (Thai)Around 670 m from the arena on High Street, a Thai restaurant where mapping data notes step-free wheelchair access.

Coffee stops and light bites within walking distance

If you mainly want coffee or a lighter bite before or after the show, there are several cafes within roughly 500–700 metres of Abba Arena. These can be useful meeting points if your group is arriving from different directions, or if you want somewhere to sit down between arriving by public transport and heading into the venue.

• West Ham United Coffee Co.Approximately 479 m away on Marshgate Lane, a cafe-style spot not far from the arena’s walking routes.
• ARC Club CafeAround 534 m from the arena on High Street, a coffee-focused cafe within a short walk.
• Gezelling Coffee LocaleRoughly 563 m away on High Street, another cafe option along the same corridor toward Stratford.
• Darling's EateryAbout 577 m from the arena on Wick Lane, reachable on foot across the local streets.
• Pool Street CaféAround 598 m away on Pool Street, close to the canal-side paths leading toward the Olympic Park area.
• Nunnery CaféRoughly 629 m from the arena on Bow Road, a coffee shop-style cafe a little further out but still walkable.
• St Leonard's StreetApproximately 714 m from the arena, identified as a catering cafe in the surrounding Bow area.

Traditional pubs and bars a short walk from the arena

If you prefer a pub setting, there are a couple of named pubs within walking distance of Abba Arena, as well as other bar spaces nearby. These can suit groups who want a drink together before walking over to Pudding Mill Lane.

• The Carpenter's ArmsAround 672 m away on Carpenters Road, listed as a pub-style venue in the local area.
• The LighthouseRoughly 684 m from the arena on Wick Lane, another pub option within walking distance.

What to double-check before you eat near Abba Arena

Because Abba Arena events can fall on different days and times, nearby restaurants, bars, and cafes may not always align perfectly with your show schedule. Opening hours, food offerings, and whether a place accepts or requires reservations can change, and they are not specified here. Before you commit to a particular plan, it is sensible to confirm each venue’s current hours, whether they serve food at the time you aim to visit, and how long it typically takes you to walk from that address to Pudding Mill Lane so you are seated in time for the performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there places to eat within a short walk of Abba Arena?

Yes. Within a few hundred metres of Abba Arena you will find options such as Glace Cafe on Marshgate Lane, The View Tube café on The Greenway, and Jim & Tonic at The Print House on High Street, along with on-site bar facilities inside the arena itself. All of these are walkable from the venue on Pudding Mill Lane.

Where can I get a sit-down meal near Abba Arena?

For a sit-down meal within walking distance of Abba Arena, mapping data highlights restaurants such as Jim & Tonic at 133 High Street, which serves items including burgers and pizza, River Side East on Thornton Street, and The Pie Crust (Thai) on High Street. These are all under about 700 metres from the arena, so you can walk to your show afterward.

Are there cafes for a quick coffee close to Abba Arena?

Several cafes sit within roughly 500–700 metres of Abba Arena. Options include West Ham United Coffee Co. On Marshgate Lane, ARC Club Cafe and Gezelling Coffee Locale on High Street, Cakes and Craves on Warton Road, and Pool Street Café near the canal. The View Tube café and Caravan also offer cafe-style settings within walking distance.

Is there a pub near Abba Arena for a pre-show drink?

Yes. The Carpenter's Arms on Carpenters Road and The Lighthouse on Wick Lane are both pub-style venues within around 700 metres of Abba Arena. There are also bar-focused spots such as Jim & Tonic at The Print House and The Rum House and Distillery near Dane's Yard, all reachable on foot before heading to the arena.

Do I need a reservation to eat near Abba Arena?

Reservation details are not provided in the available data, and policies can vary by venue and date. If you are planning a timed meal at places such as Jim & Tonic, Caravan, River Side East, or The Pie Crust (Thai), it is best to check directly with the restaurant or bar for their current booking approach, opening hours, and how busy they expect to be around show times.