What is it?
From the ashes of Oscars (the previous incarnation) arises The Loft House. A contemporary wine bar and restaurant in a intimate setting, good for corporate functions.
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The Loft House
First Floor
13 Meer Street
Stratford-upon-Avon
CV37 6QB
Tel: 01789 414 050
Website: www.no13theloft.co.uk
What is it?
Located on the banks of the River Avon within the Swan’s Nest Hotel, our fifth bistro is just five minutes walk from the town centre the Shakepeare Theatre. The restaurant is full of French sparkle and combines a relaxed atmosphere with elegant looks. From the terrace you can enjoy picturesque river views and it has become a favourite of locals, tourists and actors alike.
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Le Bistro Pierre
Swan’s Nest
Bridgefoot
Stratford-upon-Avon
CV37 7LT
Tel: 01789 264 804
Website: www.lebistrotpierre.co.uk
What is it?
Locally referred to as “The Oppo”, this is a great restaurant that offers wonderful food in intimate, traditional surroundings. Inside you will find oak beams interwoven with a contemporary decor and they also boast a walled patio garden for Summer al fresco dining. Two minutes walk from the theatre it is ideal for a pre theatre meal, and it is also extremely popular with locals.
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The Opposition
13 Sheep Street
Stratford-upon-Avon
CV37 6EF
Tel: 01789 269 980
Website: www.theoppo.co.uk
What is it?
Carluccio’s part of a successful chain of stylish Italian “caffé”/restaurants and is ideally situated for the theatre and River Avon. They specialise in the informal side of Italian dining and are perfect for a pre-theatre meal, lunch or a quick coffee. They now also boast an outdoor area at the front which gives Stratford’s Waterside a European flavour.
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Carluccio’s Caffé
13 Waterside
Stratford-upon-Avon
CV37 8BA
Tel: 01789 267 424
Website: www.carluccios.com
What is it?
Cafe Violette is a cosy French bistro based in the village of Long Marston, a few miles outside of Stratford. They offer locally sourced food and drink, breakfast, lunch and candlelit dinner. They also boast a relaxing garden in the summer and Victorian log burning stove for a cosy, romantic setting in the winter. A glance at their menu shows that they offer a very French style menu of simple, well cooked food, adding a touch of je ne sais quoi to Stratford’s eating establishments.
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Café Violette
Barn Antiques Centre
Station Road
Long Marston
Stratford-upon-Avon
CV37 8RP
Tel: 01789 721 777
What is it?
One of a large chain of French Restaurants in the UK. With a combination of delicious food, great wines and a real ambience, Café Rouge has embodied the style and je ne sais quoi of French dining since it opened way back in 1989. Now with over 111 sites across the country it’s just the place to mull over the morning papers with a cafe au lait and a croissant, pop in for a spot of lunch, share a post-work drink or relax over an evening meal.
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Café Rouge
18 Sheep Street
Stratford-upon-Avon
CV37 6EF
Tel: 01789 263 526
Website: www.caferouge.co.uk
What is it?
Part of a small chain of mainly London based restaurants, this Italian themed eatery has made the jump north of the M25 to Stratford-upon-Avon’s Sheep Street, home to the main dining area of the town. “The Italian Stallion” as they call themselves boast an Italian style menu featuring all of your favourites, and it’s location makes it perfect for pre-theatre dining. Check out their website where they often have discount coupons that can be downloaded and printed out.
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Cafe Pasta
10/11 Sheep Street
Stratford-upon-Avon
CV37 6EF
Tel: 01789 262 910
Website: www.cafepasta.co.uk