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.

07/08/2026

Cool down with a pint of Cruzcampo and you could be heading on a getaway to Seville! For your chance to win, follow the link and upload a photo of your pint to enter: https://uk.cruzcampo.com/win-a-trip

Sip, snap and savour with Cruzcampo 🍺

*Competition closes 16th August. Full T&Cs apply. Please drink responsibly. 18+ only.

🦌 Think you know Jägermeister? Think again... 🍊Meet Jägermeister Orange – the iconic herbal liqueur with a zesty Sicilia...
06/08/2026

🦌 Think you know Jägermeister? Think again... 🍊

Meet Jägermeister Orange – the iconic herbal liqueur with a zesty Sicilian orange twist. Best served ice cold, it's smooth, bold and bursting with citrus flavour.

🔥 3 shots for £9 – all day, every day! Mix & match with Original Jägermeister or Jägermeister Orange.

📍 The Shakespeare, Manchester City Centre

"There is nothing either good or bad, but thinking makes it so." – Hamlet, William Shakespeare

🍪 Loyalty Rewards members – have you claimed your FREE dessert yet? 🍨There's still time to enjoy your latest treat, but ...
04/08/2026

🍪 Loyalty Rewards members – have you claimed your FREE dessert yet? 🍨

There's still time to enjoy your latest treat, but be quick – this reward is only valid until Sunday 9th August!

Our top pick? The irresistible Chocolate Lava Cookie 🤤 Served warm with Jersey clotted cream ice cream and finished with a generous drizzle of chocolate sauce.

✨ Not a Loyalty Rewards member yet? There's never been a better time to join!

Download the Greene King app, register for Loyalty Rewards, and spin the wheel for the chance to win a FREE main, dessert or pint. No catch – just a little extra reason to visit your favourite pub. Even if you don't win, you'll still be able to order straight from the app and skip the queue.

🍽️ Food served daily from 11am
📍 The Shakespeare, Manchester City Centre

*£5 minimum spend applies. Offer and reward subject to availability. Full terms and conditions available on our website.

"Let good digestion wait on appetite, and health on both." – Macbeth, William Shakespeare

🧠🍷 OUR FINAL QUIZLIVE QUIZ! 🍷🧠Join us for our final QuizLive quiz after countless questions, laughs and memorable Wednes...
03/08/2026

🧠🍷 OUR FINAL QUIZLIVE QUIZ! 🍷🧠

Join us for our final QuizLive quiz after countless questions, laughs and memorable Wednesday nights!

📅 This Wednesday
🕖 7:00pm
💷 Just £1 per person to play

Round up your quiz team, put your knowledge to the test and see if you can claim the bragging rights one last time!

And don't forget... it's Wine Wednesday! 🍷

🍾 Bottles of House Red or House White – ONLY £8 all day*! (*Whilst stocks last!)

Great wine, great company and one final chance to become QuizLive champions at The Shakespeare.

📍 The Shakespeare
16 Fountain Street
Manchester M2 2AA
Just off Market Street

Will your team finish on top? We'll see you Wednesday! 🏆

"Brevity is the soul of wit." – William Shakespeare

🛍️ 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

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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