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Food and Drink at the National Theatre

There is a great choice of eating and drinking at the National Theatre. Restaurants, cafés and bars can be found throughout the building, most with al fresco seating overlooking the vibrant South Bank. Seasonal and best quality ingredients are used to create a wide range of food and drink.

Food & Drink

  • Mezzanine

    Level 1 (Olivier side of the building).
    A modern European menu, with an emphasis on fresh fish, perfect for pre and post-theatre dining.

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  • Mezzanine reservations

    If you are planning to eat before attending a performance at the National, we recommend that you book a table for at least 1 hour before the start-time of the show. 

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  • Terrace Bar and Food

    Level 2 (Lyttelton side of the building).
    Wine, cocktails and international mezze with fantastic river views.

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  • Terrace Bar and Food reservations

    If you are planning to eat before attending a performance at the National, we recommend that you book a table for at least 1 hour before the start-time of the show.

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  • Cafes and Bars: a selection of cakes and pastries

    Cafes and Bars

    There are a variety of cafés and bars throughout the National Theatre building, which are perfect for daytime coffee and cakes or pre-performance drinks and light meals. 

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  • Functions & Private Hire overview

    Whatever kind of event you're planning - a press launch, a business meeting for ten or a lavish post-show reception for hundreds - the National Theatre can stage manage it for you.

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