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02/06/2026
Grab a glass… this might take a while 🍷😂
Why not at the Shakespeare, Victoria !
26/05/2026
Send this to the friend who owes you an Espresso Martini 🍸😂
14/05/2026
We know which one we’re choosing 😌 Aperol season is here, grab yours at the shakespeare, victoria.
14/05/2026
The maths just makes sense 😂🍺
14/05/2026
When the solution comes in a glass 🍸✨
27/04/2026
Still not over yesterday… huge congratulations to all the runners 👏🏃♂️
24/04/2026
Just some of our Team ! Celebrating London pubs♥️
22/04/2026
🚀 NEW MENU UPGRADE IS HERE! 🚀 Small plates, pub classics drinks deals for lunches, after-work pints & weekend plans.
22/04/2026
The day has finally arrived 🥳 Don't forget to join us today between 5pm and 7pm to taste some of our new delicious meals 😋
21/04/2026
Get ready for your new favourites 🍽️✨ 22nd April
Come and join us between 5pm and 7pm for free tasters only at the shakespeare, victoria.
20/04/2026
Your next meal is calling… come join us from 22nd April 👀🍽️
18/04/2026
New menu incoming… and it’s worth the hype 🍸✨
Make it a Shakespeare summer ☀️
17/04/2026
When your expression needs supervision 👀
Customer service mode: ON 😊
17/04/2026
We’ve come a long way… and so has the cure 🍸✨ try our new Espresso Martini launching on 22nd of April.
17/04/2026
🏅Free drink for marathoners 🏅
From classic pints of Peroni Nastro Azzurro to a refreshing Coca-Cola Zero Sugar, we’ve got a drink for every kind of finisher 🍺
T&Cs apply. Promotion open to UK residents only, aged 18+, excluding Greene King employees, their families or anyone else professionally connected with this promotion. Valid from 12:00 on Sunday, 26th April 2026 to 23:00 on Sunday 26th April 2026. Promotion only available to entrants of the Marathon in London 2026 (26th April 2026). Proof of entry and completion required. Including proof of results on TSC London Marathon official website along with ID or participation medal. Full terms available on our website.
15/04/2026
" Something new is coming..." 👀
Our brand-new menu lands soon and we cannot wait to share it with you. Stay tuned for tasty updates! 🍽✨️
15/04/2026
🍺FREE BEER FOR A YEAR 🍺Yes, really. Pick us as your local to enter now: http://spr.ly/6181B6Nawt
UK only, aged 18+. Users who have entered via the Greene King website and filled out the online form will be included in the prize draw. Promotion closes at 23:59 Tuesday 5th May. 50 winners will receive ‘Beer for Year’ to a maximum of 365 beers, redeemable within a 12 month period, beginning from the voucher issue date. Full terms and conditions are available at: http://spr.ly/6182B6NawQ. Promoter: Greene King Brewing and Retailing Ltd Sunrise House, Ninth Ave, Burton DE14 3JZ.
14/04/2026
When you take ‘dry wine’ too literally 🍷😂
02/04/2026
Even the Easter Bunny clocked in… you should too 🐰🍺
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01/04/2026
Hop into the Easter weekend with our quiz tomorrow! 🐣✨
We’ve got a special chocolate fountain treat waiting for you, plus an amazing raffle with great prizes up for grabs 🍫🎟️
Don’t miss out – see you there! Remember to book to avoid disappointment.
31/03/2026
“Why is the manager never around at this exact moment?" 😭
31/03/2026
On Friday 10th April at 8pm we’re hosting an additional quiz night at The Shakespeare in Victoria with .
It’ll be held downstairs in our basement bar ‘Platform 22’.
The theme is sports so the whole quiz will be on that topic.
The usual £50 bar tab is to be won as well as the spot prizes that we give away in our weekly Thursday quiz, and the usual entry fees and loyalty scheme apply.
When booking a table, please choose ‘drinks only’ and a time between 19:00 and 20:00. Also, more importantly, in the special requests box, type “sports quiz night” so that a table is reserved in the basement bar.
27/03/2026
💸 Payday weekend: £3 Absolut Original or BACARDÍ Carta Blanca + Coca-Cola Original Taste or Schweppes Lemonade mixer + Chance to win 3 prizes! 🎁 Spa day, speaker & £250 getaway! 🎉
Get this offer via our app and enter the competition via our website. Full T&Cs apply.
27/03/2026
Next week you can start the extended Easter weekend with us at our special Easter Quiz here at The Shakespeare.
Every Thursday our popular quiz night takes place in our basement venue ‘platform 22’ with and this coming Thursday, he’s hired a chocolate fountain for the players to get them into the Easter spirit.
It all starts at 8pm and booking is strongly advised!
Don’t forget that on Friday 10th April, we are also hosting an additional sports themed quiz from 8pm.
Book via our website to reserve your table for any of our quiz nights!
(For Friday 10th April’s sports quiz, as there is no option to book for the quiz, please choose ‘drinks only’ at a time between 7 and 8pm. In the special requests box, type “sports quiz night” so we can reserve a table downstairs).
23/03/2026
Dress up, dine out, and celebrate Easter in style 🌸 Book now and make it special.
Address
99 Buckingham Palace Road, Victoria
London
SW1W 0RP
To get to this pub and restaurant on Buckingham Palace Road in London, you can take the tube to the Victoria Station stop or take a bus that stops at Buckingham Palace Road. If you prefer to drive, the location is easily accessible from the A3214 road and there are several car parks nearby. However, please be mindful of parking restrictions in the area.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
10am - 11:30pm |
| Tuesday |
10am - 11:30pm |
| Wednesday |
10am - 11:30pm |
| Thursday |
10am - 12am |
| Friday |
10am - 12am |
| Saturday |
10am - 12am |
| Sunday |
12pm - 10:30pm |
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What people say
The Shakespeare, located in the heart of Victoria, is a quintessential London pub that offers a perfect blend of traditional and modern elements. With its prime location opposite Victoria train station, it's an ideal spot for tourists and locals alike to take a break from their busy schedules. The pub boasts a fantastic beer garden, which is a rare find in London, making it an excellent place to soak up the sun during the summer months.
One of the best things about The Shakespeare is that it caters to everyone's needs. Whether you're looking for a quick drink after work or want to enjoy a leisurely meal with your family, this pub has got you covered. It's also family-friendly, so you can bring your kids along without any worries.
The Shakespeare has an extensive menu that includes classic pub fare as well as more contemporary dishes. The food is delicious and reasonably priced, making it an excellent value for money option. Additionally, the free wifi ensures that you can stay connected while enjoying your time at the pub.
Overall, The Shakespeare is a vibrant and welcoming pub that ticks all the boxes. With its convenient location on Buckingham Palace Road and its fantastic beer garden, it's definitely worth checking out if you're in the area.