Harden's survey result
Summary
“A wonderful outlook”; that it’s “convenient while attending the theatre”; and that you should “book early if you want a riverside view from your table”, are undisputed points regarding the RSC’s top-floor dining room. More positive reports say that it has a “nice menu” and that “the food quality has improved recently”. Others, though, continue to find it “all round disappointing”, with “function-style fare” in a room that’s “drab” if you don’t get one of the good seats.
Summary
“Only the view can recommend it” – is the charge rather too frequently laid against what should be the ideal pre-theatre refuelling spot for visitors to the RSC. “It has stunning views over the river and park, so what’s not to like? Almost everything in fact!” according to its detractors – “we’ve been frequent visitors over the years and every time we go we hope it has improved, but sadly it never does” – “the food is average, the staff ill-informed about the menu”. Fans are a bit more optimistic: “a lovely setting for food that’s fine, if a little unexciting”.
Summary
“The location is great, the staff are helpful and a good ambience is generated by the pre-theatre buzz” at the RSC’s in-house top-floor venue. Food-wise, “there are better places in Stratford for a pre-theatre meal”, although some reporters reckon “the standard of cooking has improved” and it’s now “worth a visit even if you’re not going to the theatre”. Top Tip – “book early enough & you’re more likely to get a coveted window table overlooking the river and swans”.
Summary
“The ambience if you can get a window seat is excellent” in the top-floor restaurant of the RSC, whose rooftop position gives fine views of the river and swans below. It’s not a foodie experience as such, but some regulars believe “standards have improved since their enforced Covid break”.
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Have you eaten at Rooftop Restaurant, Royal Shakespeare Theatre?
Waterside, Stratford upon Avon, CV37 6BB
Restaurant details
Rooftop Restaurant, Royal Shakespeare Theatre Restaurant Diner Reviews
"Same problems that it is so convenient but the food is average"
"Perfectly acceptable location for pre-theatre food - getting better rather than worse."
"Lovely setting; the food is fine but a little unexciting; service good; we were celebrating a friend’s 90th birthday. They looked after us very well "
Prices
 Drinks |
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| Wine per bottle | £25.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £3.20 |
 Extras |
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| Bread | £5.00 |
| Service | 10.00% |
Waterside, Stratford upon Avon, CV37 6BB
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Opening hours
| Monday | 10 am‑8 pm |
| Tuesday | 10 am‑8 pm |
| Wednesday | 10 am‑8 pm |
| Thursday | 10 am‑8 pm |
| Friday | 10 am‑8 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am‑8 pm |
| Sunday | 11 am‑4 pm |
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