Where to eat pre-theatre in London

My Account
Logout

Create an Evening Standard Account

Use your social network

Save time by using your existing account to sign in to Evening Standard

We'll never share your information or post anything to your account without your permission

Welcome! Sign in here

Use your social network

Save time by using your existing account to sign in to Evening Standard

We'll never share your information or post anything to your account without your permission

Forgot your password ?

Registration

* indicates fields that are mandatory

Email *

Password *

Confirm Password *

First name *

Surname *

Postcode *

Country *

Mobile phone number

Username *

Gender *

Year of birth *

When you sign up...

You will have access to all our online competitions, discounted offers and can post comments on our site.

You will also receive The Weekender newsletter sent every Thursday - it’s full of fantastic offers and ideas for the weekend. You can update your email preferences in your account page when you log in.

Other newsletters and emails

Homes & Property Newsletter - Yes I want to receive the weekly email with all the latest news on property in the capital

Occasionally we would also like to send you relevant emails detailing specific offers either from ourselves or carefully selected partners. If you would prefer not to receive these then please tick the appropriate boxes below. We will never pass on your details.

I do not want to receive additional offers and information from the Evening Standard

I do not want to receive additional offers and information sent by Evening Standard on behalf of carefully selected partners

Terms and Conditions

* I have read, understood and agree to be bound by the terms and conditions of Evening Standard

Registration

Mail Sent for Registration Confirmation.

A confirmation email has been sent. Please activate your account by clicking on the activation link sent in your mail box.

The Forge
14 Garrick Street, WC2 (020 7379 1432, www.theforgerestaurant.co.uk)
The Forge is a large, relaxed restaurant with a grounded and comprehensive menu, with plenty of familiar British and French dishes. The pre-theatre offer is available from 5pm-7pm (out by 8pm), two courses and coffee £13.50; three courses and coffee £16.50.

Browns Bar & Brasserie
82-84 St Martins Lane, WC2 (020 7497 5050, www.browns-restaurants.co.uk)
A genuine brasserie with a popular bar and a Modern British menu running throughout the day. The pre-theatre offer is from 4.30pm-6.30pm — two courses for £12.95. The deal is also available 9.30-10.30pm if the show you are watching finishes early enough.

Carluccio's
Garrick Street, WC2 (020 7836 0990, www.carluccios.com)
There's no pre-theatre offer but there's usually some deal that's worth having. Until early February, you can choose a pasta dish plus a salad plus coffee for £8.50 (for £11, add a glass of wine). Open 8am-11.30pm.

J Sheekey
The Oyster Bar, 28-31 Saint Martin's Court, WC2 (020 7240 2565, www.j-sheekey.co.uk)
Everyone should note the J Sheekey website as it has a helpful section that lists the London theatres and what time each production finishes. The oyster bar is perfect for a pre-theatre pit-stop, plenty of oysters and hot dishes such as Tiger prawn and monkfish curry; fish pie; and smoked haddock rarebit. Open noon-midnight.

Terroirs Wine Bar
5 William IV Street, WC2 (020 7036 0660, www.terroirswinebar.com)
This busy wine bar may not have a set menu but the style of the place — small plates, brilliant charcuterie, classic bourgeois French food — makes it worth a pre-show look. Also open in the evenings from 5.30pm-11pm.