Where to eat and drink near Prince of Wales Theatre
The Prince of Wales Theatre sits between Piccadilly Circus and Leicester Square, with plenty of food and drink options on Coventry Street. Book ahead for a full meal and leave extra time at busy West End periods.
Sit-down meals
Happy London has a broad menu covering sushi, burgers, pasta and children’s dishes. It handles group bookings and works well when different members of the party want different things.
Vantra serves handmade vegan food using raw, fermented and steamed cooking styles. Its booking form allows guests to flag allergies and dietary requirements.
The Coach House Piccadilly is a nearby pub for British classics, drinks and a post-show pint. Its menus include fish and chips, pies and roasts.
Quick and casual food
Layalina Piccadilly serves Lebanese street food including shawarma, falafel, hummus and mezze. It is a useful option for a substantial quick meal or later food.
Pret A Manger on Coventry Street is the most straightforward grab-and-go choice for sandwiches, salads, snacks and drinks.
Shake Shack Leicester Square serves burgers, fries and shakes in a casual setting and is convenient for an informal meal before or after the show.
Menus, opening times and availability can change. Check each venue’s own website and allow enough time to reach the theatre before curtain-up.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I eat after a late show near the Prince of Wales Theatre?
Where can I eat after a late show near the Prince of Wales Theatre?
Layalina is about a 1-minute walk away and says it is open until 5 am every day. Shake Shack Leicester Square also lists late closing times, as late as 3 am Monday–Saturday and 2.30 am on Sunday.
Which nearby places are suitable for a proper pre-theatre meal?
Which nearby places are suitable for a proper pre-theatre meal?
Happy London specifically mentions dinner before the curtain goes up and offers sushi, burgers, pasta and a children’s menu. Vantra serves 100% vegan, plant-based food and provides a table-booking form, while The Coach House offers British pub classics and a drinks menu.
What is closest for a quick bite?
What is closest for a quick bite?
Layalina is about 1 minute (9 m) from the theatre, followed by Pret A Manger at about 1 minute (33 m) and Shake Shack at about 1 minute (42 m).
Venues
Related articles
Where to stay near Prince of Wales Theatre
Seven hotels within about one to three minutes’ walk of Prince of Wales Theatre, from sleep-focused cocoons and compact rooms to hotels with rooftop bars, restaurants and social spaces.
Read article