Pre Theatre Dinner & Drinks
Just moments from London's West End theatres, Arcade is a destination for pre theatre dining, cocktails and post-show drinks. Enjoy global food from multiple kitchens, a central bar and a dedicated pre theatre menu, all within walking distance of the Royal Opera House, Theatre Royal Drury Lane and the heart of Theatreland.
Tottenham Court Road
Covent Garden
Why Choose Arcade for Pre Theatre Dining?
Located in the heart of Covent Garden, Arcade is just a short walk from London's most iconic theatres, making it the ideal destination for dinner and drinks before a show.
Whether you're seeing a long-running West End musical, an opera at the Royal Opera House or a new production in Theatreland, our pre theatre menu offers flexibility, speed and variety.
Perfect for:
- Pre theatre dinner in Covent Garden
- Drinks before a West End show
- Post theatre cocktails
- Group dining before the theatre
- Last-minute dining near London's theatres
- Dinner near Theatre Royal Drury Lane
- Restaurants near the Royal Opera House
- Pre theatre dining near Covent Garden Station
With multiple global kitchens under one roof, everyone can order exactly what they want while dining together.
What to Eat Before the Theatre
At Arcade, guests can choose from a range of dishes across our global kitchens. Expect everything from burgers and grilled meats to curries, pizza and small plates, alongside cocktails, wine and low-alcohol serves.
The flexibility of Arcade makes it one of the best pre theatre restaurants in Soho, Tottenham Court Road and Covent Garden for groups and mixed tastes. Whether you're looking for a quick bite before curtain up or a longer dinner before an evening performance, there's something for everyone.
Post Theatre Drinks and Dining
Not every theatre night ends when the curtain falls.
Arcade is also an ideal destination for post theatre dining at both Covent Garden and Tottenham Court Road venues. Join us after your show for cocktails at the bar, a late dinner with friends or a final drink before heading home.
At Arcade Tottenham Court Road, enjoy cocktails at £8 from 5-7pm and 9pm-close.
Located in the centre of London's Theatreland, we're perfectly positioned for both pre and post theatre plans.
Restaurants Near London's West End Theatres
Arcade is within walking distance of:
- Royal Opera House
- Theatre Royal Drury Lane
- Lyceum Theatre
- Adelphi Theatre
- Cambridge Theatre
- Novello Theatre
- Duchess Theatre
- Savoy Theatre
- Vaudeville Theatre
Making Arcade one of the most convenient restaurants for pre theatre dining in Covent Garden and London's West End.
Event Times
01.05.25 - 17.05.2706:00 PM - 09:05 AM
Looking for cocktails in Covent Garden or the West End before a show? Arcade's central bar is the perfect place to start your evening. Whether you're meeting friends for pre theatre drinks, enjoying a cocktail before a West End performance, or settling in for a post theatre nightcap, our drinks menu is designed to take you from curtain up to last orders.
START YOUR EVENINGAT THE BAR
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