The Shakespeare, Fountain St, Manchester

The Shakespeare, Fountain St, Manchester Welcome to The Shakespeare, a historic pub in the city centre of Manchester. We’re the perfect place to spend time with loved ones. We can’t wait to welcome you.

Serving expertly brewed real ales, wines, cocktails, mocktails and many more alongside classic British pub food in a family-friendly and dog-friendly setting. Whether that be watching live sports across Sky and TNT Sports, celebrating an occasion in our function room, listening to our live music or simply just enjoying a relaxing drink and meal. Our delicious range of British comfort food makes us

a great destination for a hearty lunch or a relaxed dinner with friends. And with free Wi-Fi and disabled facilities, everyone is catered to. Book your table or spot in our pub today.

🛍️ Fancy a quick bite while you’re out shopping? 🍴We’re serving our full menu today, including our ever-popular Small Pl...
01/08/2026

🛍️ Fancy a quick bite while you’re out shopping? 🍴

We’re serving our full menu today, including our ever-popular Small Plates – the perfect excuse to take a break and enjoy a nice cold drink. 🍻

Can’t decide? You don’t have to! Choose any 3 Small Plates for just £18.25 – ideal for sharing (or keeping all to yourself… we won’t judge! 😉).

🤤 Flying out of the kitchen today:
🧀 Halloumi Bites with Chilli Jam
🍗 Chicken Tenders with IPA BBQ Sauce
🌮 Hot Honey Pulled Pork Tacos
🌶️ Buffalo Chicken Dip

No booking? No problem! Walk-ins are always welcome.

📍 Just off Market Street, behind Primark
🐶 Dog friendly
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family friendly
🏛️ Two floors with plenty of seating

So give your feet a well-earned rest, grab a bite to eat, and come and see us at The Shakespeare.

“If music be the food of love, play on.” – Twelfth Night 🎭

🧠🍷 Quiz Night + Wine Wednesday at The Shakespeare! 🍷🧠Why choose between wine and winning when you can have both? 👀🍷 Wine...
29/07/2026

🧠🍷 Quiz Night + Wine Wednesday at The Shakespeare! 🍷🧠

Why choose between wine and winning when you can have both? 👀

🍷 Wine Wednesday
🍾 Bottle of House Red or House White for just £8

⭐ This Week's Themed Quiz: Quiz of the Stars! ⭐
Think you know your celebrities, blockbuster movies, chart-topping music, iconic TV shows, unforgettable entertainment moments and all things pop culture? Then this is the quiz for you!

⏰ 7PM start
📱 Hosted by Quiz Live (smartphone quiz)
💷 £1 entry per person
🏆 £25 bar tab for the winning team

Whether you're in it for the trivia, the wine, or both, Wednesday nights are sorted at The Shakespeare.

📍 The Shakespeare, Manchester

✨ “Good wine is a good familiar creature, if it be well used.” — William Shakespeare 🍷

☔️ It wouldn’t be Manchester Day without a little rain… but it’s going to take more than that to dampen our spirits! 🌧️❤...
26/07/2026

☔️ It wouldn’t be Manchester Day without a little rain… but it’s going to take more than that to dampen our spirits! 🌧️❤️

If you’re heading into the city today, make The Shakespeare your home for the celebrations.

🎶 Live music from Tom Shearwood | 2pm–5pm
📝 Manchester music trivia & crossword sheets available all day – and if you get stuck, our bar team are on hand to help with the trickier questions!
📱 £3 drinks when ordered on the Greene King app

🍹 £3 Aperol Spritz? Who can say no? 😉

Whether you’re taking a break from the festivities, sheltering from the showers, or simply fancy a Sunday pint, we’ve got you covered.

“This above all: to thine own self be true.” – Hamlet

23/07/2026

🔥 £3 drinks are here! 🔥

From 23–26 July, get these favourites for just £3 when you order through our app:

🍺 Peroni Nastro Azzurro
🍹 Aperol Spritz
🥃 Jack Daniel’s & Coke
🍺 Desperados
0️⃣ Peroni Nastro Azzurro 0.0%

📱Download the app, order your favourite and sip for less. T&Cs apply. See our website for full terms.

☀️🍻 START THE SUMMER HOLIDAYS THE RIGHT WAY! 🍻☀️School's out, the sun's (hopefully) shining, and we've got the perfect e...
23/07/2026

☀️🍻 START THE SUMMER HOLIDAYS THE RIGHT WAY! 🍻☀️

School's out, the sun's (hopefully) shining, and we've got the perfect excuse to head to the pub! 😎

📅 Thursday 23rd July – Sunday 26th July

Enjoy these favourites for just £3 when you order through the Greene King App:

🍺 Peroni
🍹 Aperol Spritz
🥃 Jack Daniel's & Coke
🍺 Desperados
🍺 Peroni 0.0%

📲 Available on app orders only.

📍 The Shakespeare
Fountain Street, Manchester City Centre
Just off Market Street

🕚 Open 11am–11pm every day

🎟️ Book your table now, grab your mates, and kick off the summer holidays with great drinks at even better prices!

"If all the year were playing holidays, to sport would be as tedious as to work." – William Shakespea

22/07/2026

🚨 Coming soon: £3 drinks! 🚨

Mark your calendars 📅 From 23–26 July, you'll be able to enjoy selected favourites for just £3 when you order through our app:

🍺 Peroni Nastro Azzurro
🍹 Aperol Spritz
🥃 Jack Daniel’s & Coke
🍺 Desperados
0️⃣ Peroni Nastro Azzurro 0.0%

📱 Download the app now and get ready to sip, save and celebrate. T&Cs apply. See our website for full terms.

🧠🍷 QUIZ NIGHT & WINE WEDNESDAY 🍷🧠Wednesday nights are sorted at The Shakespeare!Gather your team, put your knowledge to ...
22/07/2026

🧠🍷 QUIZ NIGHT & WINE WEDNESDAY 🍷🧠

Wednesday nights are sorted at The Shakespeare!

Gather your team, put your knowledge to the test, and enjoy a fantastic midweek treat while you're at it.

🕖 Quiz starts at 7pm
🏆 £25 Bar Tab for the winning team
💷 £1 per person entry – with all proceeds donated to Macmillan Cancer Support

🍷 Wine Wednesday Offer
Enjoy bottles of wine for just £8 all day – the perfect pairing for a night of trivia!

🍔 Food served all day
🍺 Great beers, wines, spirits and cocktails

📍 The Shakespeare
Fountain Street, Manchester City Centre
Just off Market Street

🎟️ Book your table now and see if your team has what it takes to claim the bragging rights!

🍷 "Good wine is a good familiar creature, if it be well used." — Othello, William Shakespeare

Fancy turning your pint into a prize? 👀🍺 With Guinness Lovely Drops, you could win merch, tickets & more 🎁 All you need ...
20/07/2026

Fancy turning your pint into a prize? 👀🍺
With Guinness Lovely Drops, you could win merch, tickets & more 🎁
All you need to do:
🖤 Grab a Guinness
📸 Take a photo
📲 Upload it here: https://scnv.io/wuGQ

T&Cs apply. To enter upload a picture of your pint of Guinness in pub on the website. See the website for full details.

🐝❤️ JOIN US AT THE SHAKESPEARE FOR MANCHESTER DAY 2026! ❤️🐝A city-wide celebration of this wonderful place we call HOME!...
20/07/2026

🐝❤️ JOIN US AT THE SHAKESPEARE FOR MANCHESTER DAY 2026! ❤️🐝

A city-wide celebration of this wonderful place we call HOME! 🏙️🎉

This year, Manchester Day has moved to a Sunday, so if you’re heading into the city centre for the parade or any of the fantastic activities taking place, make sure you pop in and celebrate with us at The Shakespeare!

🎶 LIVE MUSIC WITH TOM SHEARWOOD | 2PM–5PM
The wonderful Tom Shearwood will be joining us for an afternoon of live music – expect plenty of Manchester classics, great tunes and requests! 🎤🎸

🧠 Manchester trivia & puzzle sheets
🍽️ Sunday roasts flying out of the kitchen
🍺 Great beers, wines, cocktails & soft drinks
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family friendly – suitable for all ages
🐶 Dog friendly – four-legged Mancunians welcome too!
🍺🍹Selected drinks for just £3 via our app!

Whether you’re joining the celebrations, watching the parade or simply looking for somewhere to enjoy a proper Sunday in the heart of the city, The Shakespeare is the place to be! 🐝

Manchester Day 2026 – celebrating the people, culture, music and spirit of the greatest city in the world! ❤️

“I would not wish any companion in the world but you.” — William Shakespeare 🎭❤️

Address

16 Fountain Street
Manchester
M22AA

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 11pm
Tuesday 11am - 11pm
Wednesday 11am - 11pm
Thursday 11am - 11pm
Friday 11am - 11pm
Saturday 11am - 11pm
Sunday 11am - 11pm

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