Proper meals before the show
The Cut has several useful options within a very short walk of the Young Vic. Meson Don Felipe is a long-standing Spanish restaurant for tapas, wine and small plates, while Flat Iron Waterloo is a straightforward choice for steak and sides.
For Mediterranean and Anatolian food, TAS The Cut has set menus, meze and vegan choices. Rosa's Thai Waterloo serves Thai favourites and is another convenient option for a sit-down meal close to the theatre.
Quick bites and coffee
Honest Burgers Waterloo is handy for burgers, chips and vegan options. Pho Waterloo – The Cut serves Vietnamese dishes and can work well when you want a quicker pre-show meal.
For coffee, pastries or something light, GAIL's Bakery The Cut is best suited to matinees and early-evening performances, as bakery hours are usually earlier than restaurant hours.
A drink nearby
The Windmill is a theatre-friendly pub on The Cut, with cask beer, craft beer and pub food. It is a useful meeting point before the show and a convenient option for a drink afterwards.
The area is busy around performance times, so book where possible and allow enough time for your meal. Menus, opening hours and kitchen closing times can change; check the venue's own website before travelling.
Frequently asked questions
Which places near the Young Vic serve food after a show?
Which places near the Young Vic serve food after a show?
Meson Don Felipe serves food until 22.15 Monday to Saturday, Rosa's Thai lists service until 23.00 on Friday and Saturday, and Honest Burgers serves until 23.00 Tuesday to Saturday. The Windmill remains open until 23.00 Tuesday to Saturday, although its listed food service ends at 21.00.
Where can I get coffee or a sweet treat before the Young Vic?
Where can I get coffee or a sweet treat before the Young Vic?
GAIL's Bakery The Cut serves pastries, cakes, speciality coffee and iced drinks all day, and specifically mentions pre-theatre afternoon tea or an interval sweet treat.
Which nearby venues have vegan options?
Which nearby venues have vegan options?
TAS The Cut publishes a vegan meze menu, while Honest Burgers says vegan options are available.
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