Live At Your Local
Sunshine. Singalongs. Spritzes. This isn’t just another summer - it’s the ultimate season of sound, sport, and socialising at the Shakespeare.
See what's onJoin us at the Shakespeare for the Women's Euros 2025
The best of Europe go head to head in this year's Women's Euros - join us for all the action from July 2nd!
The British & Irish Lions tour 2025 at the Shakespeare
This Saturday sees the Lions take on Australia in the first test match of the tour. Join us from 11am for all the action!
A summer of events (even if it rains)
Tix For Your Coke Fix
Grab a Coke next time you’re down the local and you could bag prizes like £250 Ticketmaster eGift Cards, Boardmasters or All Points East tickets - all without leaving your barstool.
Enter to winRock 'n' Roll to a JD & Coke
We love a drink with a story, especially one that gives back. That’s why every time you order a Jack Daniels & Coca-Cola, we’re donating 10p to the Music Venue Trust. Support with every sip - ask for JD & Coke at the bar.
Facilities
Top-notch amenities to make sure you have a great time. Here’s what you can expect when you visit The Shakespeare.
- Disabled Facilities
- Dog Friendly
- Family Friendly
- Sky Sports
Stacked for summer
Three brand-new burgers are here to stay for summer, so come and get your fill of seasonal deliciousness. Which one will you try first?
Book my tableChristmas 2025 at the Shakespeare
Christmas is all about good food, great company and making lots of brilliant memories. This year, why not savour a fantastic Christmas dinner in Edinburgh? The Shakespeare has everything you need to make this festive season one for the books.
Join us for Christmas 2025Lunch deal alert!
Craving something tasty? Join us Monday to Friday, 12pm 'til 3pm, and indulge in a delicious lunch at an unbeatable price! Don’t miss out on this perfect midday treat.
Explore our dealsTo old friends and new drinks
We've updated our drinks menu with plenty of tantalising new tipples. But don't worry – we're still pouring all your favourites.
View our drinks rangeWhat makes us special
Watch sport with us all year round
Sport from all over the world is right here in your local - we've got football, rugby, F1, boxing, horseracing and so much more!
Secure your seat nowBeer garden vibes guaranteed, beer garden weather isn't
From post-work drinks to Saturday sessions, there's a beer garden in Edinburgh just waiting to welcome you. So, text the group chat, grab a table and enjoy the classic British weather, rain or shine.
Discover our beer gardenSee Edinburgh like never before
Explore all the rich history that Edinburgh has to offer with our walking pub tour.
View locationsA pub for paws
We're proud to be a dog friendly pub - bring your four-legged friend along, we would love to see them!
Find UsBelhaven Brewery Tour
The home of Scottish brewingEstablished in 1719, Belhaven Brewery is the oldest working brewery in Scotland. Situated in Dunbar, the brewery nestles amongst the rolling barley fields of East Lothian, just 20 miles from Edinburgh.