London’s Theatreland spills over from Covent Garden and Leicester Square into the equally vibrant streets of Piccadilly. There, the famous advertising boards light up the night sky. In Piccadilly you'll find
Her Majesty’s Theatre,
Queen’s Theatre,
Apollo Theatre,
Theatre Royal Haymarket,
Piccadilly Theatre and the
Criterion Theatre. But you won’t just find big, showy numbers on the stage; there’s plenty to dazzle in the dining establishments of Piccadilly too – whether you’re on a budget or looking for something extra special.
Pre-theatre dining in Piccadilly on a budget
Part music museum, part American diner, this popular eatery opposite Green Park serves up a tasty menu of burgers and sandwiches… with added stardust. Highlights of the impressive memorabilia collection include Eric Clapton’s guitar, Elvis’s coat and Madonna’s bankcard.
Just as Hard Rock Café is known for its music memorabilia, so Planet Hollywood is the place to go to see iconic movie props. Don’t miss Rocky Balboa’s boxing boots, Han Solo in carbonite and the miniature Starship Enterprise.
Welcome to the jungle of Central London, a place where elephants, gorillas, parrots and monkeys reside… When you’re heading to Piccadilly with young children, the Rainforest Café is the ideal spot for a pre-theatre meal. Its kids’ menu starts at £13.60 (including main course, dessert and drink).
Splashing out on pre-theatre dining in Piccadilly
Wine fanciers and connoisseurs will find plenty of treats at The Wine Bar, tucked away within the famous food hall at Fortnum & Mason. Small sharing plates, caviar, oysters, charcuterie and cheese perfectly accompany a wealth of Old and New World wines, available by the glass.
Informal, all-day British dining is the specialty of Ten Room, located within the stylish Hotel Café Royal. Piccadilly Circus may be right outside, but all the hustle and bustle will feel miles away once you step into the tranquil interior. Stop by for seafood and meat dishes… and maybe pop back after the show for a drink at the opulent Oscar Wilde Bar.
