The Shakespeare
Notable venuePub in Canterbury
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About
The Shakespeare is a Pub in Canterbury, United Kingdom. A well-known name on the Canterbury dining scene, with its own Wikipedia entry. Price range: mid-range. Also offers outdoor seating, table reservations. It stays open late, until 01:00. For a quieter visit, come by on a Wednesday. Rated 4.3★ from 1087 reviews, it is among the best-reviewed spots in Canterbury.
Amenities
What diners mention
- Ambiance4
- Food quality4
Frequently asked questions
Where is The Shakespeare?+
The Shakespeare is located at 5 Butchery Lane, Canterbury, Canterbury.
What kind of place is The Shakespeare?+
The Shakespeare is a Pub in Canterbury.
What are The Shakespeare's opening hours?+
The Shakespeare is open seven days a week. The Shakespeare stays open late, until 01:00.
Is The Shakespeare open on Sundays?+
Yes, The Shakespeare is open on Sundays.
When is the best time to visit The Shakespeare?+
It is busiest on Saturday and usually quietest on Wednesday.
How expensive is The Shakespeare?+
The Shakespeare is generally mid-range.
What does The Shakespeare offer?+
The Shakespeare offers Free Wi-Fi, Outdoor seating, Live music, Bar, Takes reservations.
Location
What people say
“Nice ambience, friendly staff, and a good selection of food and drinks.”
Reviews sourced from Google.
What diners say on Google
Japninder Singh★★★★★Recently visited The Shakespeare ( Canterbury )for a meetup with friends and had a really good experience. The atmosphere was warm and lively, and the location overlooking Canterbury Cathedral makes it an even nicer place to sit and relax. I ordered the crispy chicken burger and it definitely didn’t disappoint — crispy, juicy, and full of flavour. The food came out fresh and the portions were satisfying too. It’s a great spot for casual drinks, snacks, and catching up with friends. Nice ambience, friendly staff, and a good selection of food and drinks. Would happily visit again.
Dave★★★★★Me and the wife popped in for a quick bite, wasn't disappointed. Came in Friday 13th March at around 1pm was busy. Clean friendly atmosphere. I had the chicken flat bread, the wife had Lamb flatbread the food was fast and hot. Very tasty and delicious. This is an excellent little pub with great atmosphere and great food 👌. Will definitely call in again when I Canterbury. Thanks guys
Dave A★★★★Located in the heart of Canterbury in Butchery Lane you will find 'The Shakespeare'. I have known this pub for nearly 50 years and I have to say it has changed little. It still inbraces the local pub feel, but now having a good thoughput of visiting tourists from around the world. Offering a cosmopolitan menu which of course includes British staples that I hope those visiting enjoy. One thing I did miss was the traditional Landlord seeing over things, instead replaced by an army of young friendly faces that I found eager to serve. Probably due to planning restrictions this is one pub that is l
Yuliyana Kovacheva★★★★★The food here was absolutely incredible - every bite left me wanting more. We shared a platter, and everything from the wings to the loaded fries was packed with flavour and perfectly cooked. I've visited quite a few places around Canterbury, and this is hands down one of the must-try spots. The setting is amazing too - we sat outside in the sun, surrounded by beautiful old buildings. There's plenty of seating whether you're with friends or on a date. This place is a proper local hotspot, and for good reason. Can't wait to come back!
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