Café & Bar
Open from two hours before a performance until 11pm
The Almeida Café & Bar is the best place to meet before a show – fantastic quality dining in an informal setting and a carefully selected drinks list supporting local producers and sustainable practices. After the show it becomes a lively hub for audiences and actors alike.
We are open from two hours before every performance until 11pm, and our kitchen closes 30 minutes before the performance starts.
Beat the rush by pre-ordering your interval drinks, small-plates and ice creams at the bar before the show. Simply speak to a member of the Bar team on arrival.
Our food menu changes daily, and we work with local suppliers including coffee from Climpson & Sons, wine by Sustainable Wine Solutions, and beer from Toast Ale.
We are unable to take table reservations but recommend you arrive an hour or so before the show.
Alternative local restaurants
Frederick’s is a family-run restaurant established in 1969. Much like the Almeida, they pride themselves on being an integral part of Islington. Whether it’s a cocktail at the bar, a round table for a family celebration or private dining, Frederick’s will look after you in style; photos, menus and wine list viewable at fredericks.co.uk.
Nestled in vibrant London, Humble Grape Islington features beautiful plaster walls and green-tiled bar. Wine lovers gather in a laid-back atmosphere, exploring 500+ sustainable bottles from small, family-run vineyards globally. Staff offer approachable expertise through tastings and attentive service. A seasonal menu with sharing plates like Crispy Cauliflower and Grilled Harissa Chicken complements the rotating wine selection perfectly.
By day, Ottolenghi Islington is a vibrant deli offering salads, baked goods, and breakfast and lunch options. As night falls, the ambience transforms into an intimate neighbourhood restaurant—with a seasonal sharing menu and a low-intervention wine list from small producers worldwide. Strolling down Upper Street, many slow down at their windows, filled with frangipane tartlets, colossal berry-swirled meringues and seasonal salads.
