Guide to... Shaftesbury Avenue
Another London street named after a member of the aristocracy, Shaftesbury Avenue is one of the busiest streets in central London and taking a taxi ride via the street during rush hour is more expensive than a budget weekend in eastern Europe.
It's dirty, hustling and bustling on a Friday night with theatre goers; shoppers; tourists visiting Soho and Chinatown; cars, buses, and rickshaws, competing for space.
The Lyric, Apollo, Gielgud, Queen's, Palace , and Shaftesbury theatres are all located on Shaftesbury Avenue so it truly central to London's theatre land. There is also a cinema if you prefer the modern form of theatre.
It's not the best street itself for restaurants but with the previously mentioned Chinatown nearby and Soho with its plethora of great restaurants there are lots of tasty places to eat at near to Shaftesbury Avenue if you are looking for a post or pre-theatre dinner.
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The Piccadilly West End
Just around the corner from the watchful eye of Eros, the statue poised above Piccadilly Circus, the Piccadilly West...Read more
Accommodation Hotels Shaftesbury Avenue Soho
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Piccadilly West End
Hygiene Rating: 2/5
Inspected: on 9/14/18
Inspected: on 9/14/18
Cafe Monico
On London’s Shaftesbury Avenue, Cafe Monico serves French-Italian dishes from breakfast through to dinner, seven days...Read more
Eating French Restaurants Italian Restaurants Shaftesbury Avenue Soho
Food Hygiene Ratings for Cafe Monico
Hygiene Rating: 5/5
Inspected: on 1/8/19
Inspected: on 1/8/19
Bella Italia (Shaftesbury Avenue)
In Italy the best moments in life are those spent with loved ones, sharing food, wine and laughter. At Bella we bring...Read more
Eating Restaurants Italian Restaurants Shaftesbury Avenue Soho
Food Hygiene Ratings for Bella Italia (Shaftesbury Avenue)
Hygiene Rating: 5/5
Inspected: on 8/13/14
Inspected: on 8/13/14
McDonald's (Shaftesbury Avenue)
McDonald's is the world's largest chain of quick service restaurants, serving tens of millions of customers daily...Read more
Cafes & Coffee Shops American Restaurants Shaftesbury Avenue Soho Eating Restaurants
Food Hygiene Ratings for McDonald's (Shaftesbury Avenue)
Hygiene Rating: 5/5
Inspected: on 8/12/14
Inspected: on 8/12/14
Nusa Dua
Nusa Dua is an Indonesian Restaurant located in Soho, the heart of Theatreland London. We are a restaurant that...Read more
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Food Hygiene Ratings for Nusa Dua
Hygiene Rating: 5/5
Inspected: on 6/18/18
Inspected: on 6/18/18
RainForest Cafe
Branches across the U.S. and in Shaftesbury Avenue. Food and shopping in an environment with a rain forest theme....Read more
Eating Restaurants Cafes & Coffee Shops Caribbean Restaurants Shaftesbury Avenue Soho
Food Hygiene Ratings for RainForest Cafe
Hygiene Rating: 5/5
Inspected: on 2/28/17
Inspected: on 2/28/17
Bloomsbury Tavern
One of the most historic pubs in Holborn, The Bloomsbury Tavern was once the ominous final watering hole en route to...Read more
Nightlife Pubs Shaftesbury Avenue Covent Garden
Food Hygiene Ratings for Bloomsbury Tavern
Hygiene Rating: 4/5
Inspected: on 5/24/16
Inspected: on 5/24/16
Freud Bar
Below the pavement of Shaftesbury Avenue, at the top of Monmouth Street, down a flight of steps into a high-ceilinged...Read more
Cafes & Coffee Shops Shaftesbury Avenue Nightlife Bars Cocktail Bars Covent Garden
Food Hygiene Ratings for Freud Bar
Hygiene Rating: 3/5
Inspected: on 2/23/17
Inspected: on 2/23/17
Rodizio Preto (West End)
Preto is a dining experience like no other. Our succulent meats are finely carved at your table side by our Passadors...Read more
Eating Restaurants Shaftesbury Avenue Soho
Food Hygiene Ratings for Rodizio Preto (West End)
Hygiene Rating: 3/5
Inspected: on 7/24/18
Inspected: on 7/24/18
The London Cocktail Club
A serious drinkers party bar… Set in a mischievous house away from home, full of excitement and energy. Innovative...Read more
Shaftesbury Avenue Nightlife Bars Cocktail Bars Covent Garden
Food Hygiene Ratings for The London Cocktail Club
Hygiene Rating: 3/5
Inspected: on 5/11/16
Inspected: on 5/11/16
Apollo Theatre London
After first opening its doors February 1901, the Apollo Theatre has since become an inspiring destination for London...Read more
Crest of London
Crest of London was established in 1990 and is the market leader in London souvenirs and novelty gift items. With 9...Read more
Gap (Shaftesbury Ave)
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Gielgud Theatre
Opened as the Hicks Theatre on 27 December with The Beauty of Bath, a musical play by Seymour Hicks (after whom the...Read more
Lyric Theatre
The Lyric Theatre, opened on 17 December 1888, was designed by C. J. Phipps and built by producer Henry J. Leslie. ...Read more
Palace Theatre
The Palace Theatre was originally built by impresario Richard D'Oyly Carte as The Royal English Opera House in 1891,...Read more
Queens Theatre
Committed to providing the best facilities for patrons owner Cameron Mackintosh, one of the world’s most successful...Read more
Shaftesbury Theatre
Welcome to the Shaftesbury Theatre. The largest independent theatre in the West End, we have been presenting high...Read more
Closed or Replaced
Babaji Pide
Pide, sometimes called ‘Turkish pizza,’ is a boat-shaped flat bread with a variety of toppings that may include...Read more
Restaurants Turkish Restaurants Shaftesbury Avenue Soho Eating Pizza Restaurants
Closed or Replaced
Jamie Olivers Diner (Piccadily)
You’ll find us on one of London’s most vibrant streets, in our Shaftesbury Avenue restaurant. Located opposite The...Read more
Closed or Replaced
Polpo (at Ape & Bird)
POLPO is a bàcaro. This is a Venetian word to describe a humble restaurant serving simple food and good, young...Read more
Italian Restaurants Shaftesbury Avenue Soho Nightlife Bars Cocktail Bars Eating Restaurants Covent Garden
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Pho & Bun
Passion. Great food. And décor that’ll knock your socks off. This fun and modern take on Vietnamese street food is...Read more
Chinatown Restaurants Soho Eating American Restaurants Burger Restaurants
Little Lamb
For first-rate authentic Chinese stew, Chinatown’s Little Lamb (not to be confused with Mary’s) is the hot pot...Read more
New Mayflower
Smack bang in the heart of Theatreland, seafood connoisseur New Mayflower is the perfect hang-out for a cracking pre-...Read more
Rasa Sayang
A perfect marriage between old and new, this delicious eatery is a true celebration of Malaysia and Singapore’s...Read more
Shuang Shuang
Pick a broth, choose your dipping sauce, and grab your ingredients as they pass by is how the Chinese Hot Pot...Read more
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Dumplings’ Legend
Dumplings’ Legend has done for soup dumplings what Pelé did for football, making this Chinatown restaurant a...Read more
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Gerry's Club
Gerry’s Club is Soho’s longest running and most famous actors club and a true institution. Set up in 1955 by Gerry...Read more
Opium
After a year spent searching for a space in which to open a cocktail bar, Eric Yu and Dre Masso opened Opium in...Read more
Restaurants Gerrard Street Soho Nightlife Bars Cocktail Bars Dim Sum Restaurants
Lotus Garden
You can’t miss Chinatown’s Lotus Garden, shaped like a traditional Chinese pagoda, the grand restaurant has a large...Read more
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Kowloon Restaurant and Bakery
Delicious fresh bakes and Cantonese cuisine make for a winning combination at Kowloon. Best for: DessertRead more
Plum Valley
Zen is the order of the day in this evolutionary Cantonese restaurant on Gerrard Street, from the décor right through...Read more
Chinatown Soho Eating Restaurants Dim Sum Restaurants Gerrard Street
Golden Gate Cake Shop
Macclesfield Street’s Golden Gate Cake Shop is known for their beautiful oriental bakes and ornamental birthday...Read more
Golden Lion
The Golden Lion in Chinatown dates back to 1769. The pub has many original features including a carved oak facade and...Read more
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Royal Dragon Restaurant
Royal Dragon is Chinatown’s ultimate late night, foodie-karaoke experience that keeps you singing it back for more....Read more
Chinatown Soho Eating Restaurants Dim Sum Restaurants Gerrard Street
Far East Bakery and Restaurant
A café-bakery by day and restaurant by night, Far East is a fabulous Chinatown eatery that gives you everything your...Read more
Chinatown Soho Eating Restaurants Dim Sum Restaurants Gerrard Street
Experimental Cocktail Club
A great place for great cocktails.Read more
The ShanState
Jump on board the Burmese bandwagon and discover one of this year’s hottest foodie trends at The Shan State on...Read more
Little Four Seasons
Giant bubbling cauldrons of flavoursome Cantonese goodness. It’s all about the Hot Pot at Chinatown’s Little Four...Read more
London Chinatown Restaurant
London Chinatown Restaurant has been cooking up a storm on Gerrard Street for over thirty-five years. Best for: BBQ &...Read more
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Smack Lobster Roll
Smack by Burger & Lobster Seafood restaurantRead more
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