Restaurants and dining near Shakespeare's Globe

How to plan your meal around a performance

Shakespeare's Globe sits on New Globe Walk on the South Bank of the Thames, and there are multiple cafes, pubs, and restaurants within a few minutes on foot. You can decide whether to eat directly next to the theatre on New Globe Walk itself or wander slightly farther along Bankside or towards Southwark Bridge Road for more variety. Because opening hours and booking policies can change, it is sensible to check each place’s current details and, if timing is tight around a performance, confirm how long they expect a typical visit to take.

Right next to the Globe on New Globe Walk

If you prefer to stay immediately beside the theatre, several options line New Globe Walk itself. These are useful when you want to minimise walking time before the show or during an interval and keep the Globe in easy sight while you eat or drink.

• The Swan at The GlobeAbout 20 m from Shakespeare's Globe at 21 New Globe Walk; a pub within the same building complex as the theatre.
• BanksideRoughly 20 m away on Bankside, just off New Globe Walk; listed as a cafe close to the riverfront by the Globe.
• PizzaExpressAround 25 m from the theatre at 24 New Globe Walk; a restaurant identified with pizza among its categories.
• StarbucksAlso about 25 m away at 24 New Globe Walk; a coffee-focused cafe very close to the venue.
• TasApproximately 50 m from Shakespeare's Globe at 20–22 New Globe Walk; a restaurant noted as Turkish in its category data.
• 18 New Globe WalkRoughly 70 m from the theatre at 18 New Globe Walk; listed as a bar on the same street.

Southwark Bridge Road and nearby streets

A short walk away from New Globe Walk brings you to Southwark Bridge Road and nearby lanes, where you will find more sit-down restaurant choices. These are still close enough to pair comfortably with a performance while giving you a slightly different feel from the riverside frontage.

• The Real GreekRoughly 80 m from Shakespeare's Globe at 2a Southwark Bridge Road; a restaurant with Greek cuisine indicated in its categories.
• ZizziAbout 100 m away at Unit 4 Riverside House, Southwark Bridge Road; listed as an Italian restaurant.
• Crosby & HopeAround 100 m from the theatre at 1 Bear Gardens; a restaurant just off Southwark Bridge Road.

Cafes within a short stroll

If you only need a coffee or something light before taking your seat, there are several cafes within a few minutes’ walk of the Globe. These can work well if you arrive early in the area and want somewhere to sit near the river or on surrounding streets before heading into the theatre.

• 92°Around 110 m from the Globe on Park Street; identified as a cafe.
• UncommonRoughly 180 m away on Sumner Street; listed as a cafe option slightly set back from the river.
• Members BarAbout 220 m from the theatre on Bankside; shown as a cafe-style venue with access limited to customers or members.
• Espresso CafeApproximately 220 m away at 53 Bankside; a cafe close to the Tate Modern side of Bankside.
• Locke coffee clubRoughly 270 m from Shakespeare's Globe at 2 Broken Wharf across the river; a coffee-focused cafe.
• Corner CafeAbout 280 m away at 53 Bankside; a cafe listed with wheelchair access among its attributes.

Pubs and bars near the theatre

Several pubs and bars sit within a few hundred metres of the Globe, giving you options for a drink or a meal in a pub setting before or after a show. Distances are short enough that you can keep an eye on the time and walk back to the theatre without needing additional transport.

• The Swan at The GlobeWithin about 20 m of the theatre at 21 New Globe Walk; a pub closely associated with the Globe building.
• The Samuel PepysRoughly 250 m from Shakespeare's Globe on Stew Lane on the north bank of the Thames; listed as a pub facing the river.
• The AnchorAround 250 m away at 34 Bank End; a pub on the riverside path east of the Globe.
• 18 New Globe WalkAbout 70 m from the theatre; recorded as a bar on New Globe Walk itself.

Chain restaurants and varied cuisines nearby

If you prefer familiar chains or are visiting with a group that wants straightforward choices, there are several well-known restaurant brands within walking distance of the Globe. Categories for these spots show a mix of Italian, pizza, chicken, and Asian styles, giving you a spread of options without going far from the theatre.

• PizzaExpressAbout 25 m from the Globe on New Globe Walk; a pizza-focused restaurant with gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian options noted in its category data.
• The Real GreekRoughly 80 m away on Southwark Bridge Road; a Greek restaurant with categories indicating gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian choices and wheelchair access.
• ZizziApproximately 100 m from the theatre on Southwark Bridge Road; an Italian restaurant with wheelchair access noted among its attributes.
• Nando'sAround 280 m from Shakespeare's Globe on Clink Street; a restaurant described with chicken and Portuguese categories, plus vegan, vegetarian, and wheelchair-accessible attributes.
• WagamamaRoughly 290 m away at 1A Bank End; a restaurant shown with Asian cuisine in its categories and wheelchair access indicated.
• TasAbout 50 m away on New Globe Walk; a Turkish restaurant with vegetarian noted in its category data.

What to double-check before you go

Because Shakespeare's Globe draws audiences at set performance times, it is worth planning your meal with a bit of margin. The restaurants, pubs, and cafes listed here are all within a few hundred metres of the theatre, but their opening hours, menu details, reservation policies, and how busy they get are managed directly by each venue and can change. Before you commit to a plan, check the latest information from the specific place you want to visit, especially if you are timing a sit-down meal between travel and curtain-up or hoping to eat after an evening performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there places to eat directly next to Shakespeare's Globe?

Yes. On New Globe Walk itself you will find options including The Swan at The Globe, PizzaExpress, Starbucks, Tas, and a bar at 18 New Globe Walk, all within roughly 70 metres of the theatre. These are useful if you want to stay right by the venue and minimise walking time before or after a performance. You should still check each place’s current opening hours and any booking details directly with them.

What types of cuisine can I find within a short walk of the Globe?

Within a few hundred metres of Shakespeare's Globe you can choose from several cuisines. Nearby options include pizza at PizzaExpress, Turkish food at Tas, Greek dishes at The Real Greek, Italian food at Zizzi, chicken and Portuguese-style dishes at Nando's, and Asian food at Wagamama. There are also multiple pubs, bars, and cafes such as The Swan at The Globe, The Anchor, The Samuel Pepys, Starbucks, and smaller cafes along Bankside and Park Street.

Are there vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free options near Shakespeare's Globe?

Category information for several nearby restaurants indicates that they offer vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free options. PizzaExpress on New Globe Walk and The Real Greek on Southwark Bridge Road are both tagged with gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian attributes, while Tas is marked as vegetarian-friendly and Nando's shows vegan and vegetarian among its categories. Because menus can change, it is best to confirm current options with the restaurant before you visit.

Can I find wheelchair-accessible dining close to the Globe?

Some nearby venues are tagged with wheelchair access in their place data. These include PizzaExpress on New Globe Walk, The Real Greek and Zizzi on Southwark Bridge Road, Corner Cafe on Bankside, Nando's on Clink Street, and Wagamama on Bank End. Accessibility can differ within each building, so if step-free access or specific facilities are important for your visit, contact the restaurant directly to confirm details for your date and time.

How far should I be prepared to walk for more dining choices?

You do not need to walk far from Shakespeare's Globe to find a wide range of places to eat and drink. Several spots, such as The Swan at The Globe, PizzaExpress, Starbucks, Tas, and Bankside cafe, are within about 50 metres of the theatre on New Globe Walk and the immediate riverside. Expanding your search to roughly 300 metres adds Southwark Bridge Road, Bankside, Park Street, and Clink Street, where you will find additional restaurants, pubs, and cafes including The Real Greek, Zizzi, The Anchor, Nando's, and Wagamama.

Does Shakespeare's Globe have its own restaurant or pub?

The Swan at The Globe is located at 21 New Globe Walk at the same address as Shakespeare's Globe and is identified as a pub. Its position within the same building complex makes it one of the closest options for food and drink when you are attending a performance, though you should check directly with The Swan for up-to-date information on opening times and how they handle bookings.