The Shakespeare

Name: The Shakespeare
Address: 24 East 39th Street, New York, NY, 10016
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.4

Midtown East · British

24 East 39th Street, New York, NY, 10016Directions

4.4670 reviews

Diners like this British pub's authentic atmosphere and a menu featuring well-made dishes like Scotch eggs, fish and chips, and shepherd's pie. They also highlight the friendly, attentive staff and the good value, especially the lunch prix fixe and happy hour specials. Some reviews mention the food can be inconsistent.

A cozy British pub with strong Blackbird activity.

The Shakespeare is a $$ British restaurant in Midtown East, New York. It has logged 2,516 check ins on Blackbird, and is busiest Monday evenings. Check in on Blackbird when you visit.

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The experience

Tavernlike British gastropub serving craft beers, spirits & upscale pub grub in The William hotel.

Google Places/ updated 29d ago

Why go

The Shakespeare reads, from the available signals, as a British pub that people actually use: 2,516 all-time Blackbird check-ins, with Wednesdays and Thursdays as its busiest days. On Google, it holds a 4.4 rating across 691 reviews, a solid crowd-sourced vote for a $$ British spot.

The review texture is specific: cozy, comfortable, and distinctly British-style rather than Irish-style. One reviewer calls out cask beer and a strong beer list; another describes a packed England-match atmosphere with friendly, accommodating staff, delicious food, and interesting cocktails.

This is the kind of pub where the data and the room seem to agree: midweek traffic is real, the bar scene matters, and the appeal is comfort.

editorial/ updated 29d ago

Fast facts

The Shakespeare has 2,516 all-time Blackbird check-ins.
Its busiest Blackbird days are Wednesday and Thursday.
Google shows a 4.4 rating from 691 reviews.
Reviewers specifically praise the cozy British pub atmosphere.
One highlighted review mentions cask beer and an excellent beer list.

editorial/ updated 29d ago

Did you know

The Shakespeare’s Blackbird activity peaks midweek, with Wednesday and Thursday leading all check-in days.

editorial/ updated 29d ago

Amenities

Meals

LunchDinnerDessert

Drinks

CoffeeBeerWineCocktails

Features

Dine-inTakeoutDeliveryReservationsRestroomGood for kidsGood for groups

Google Places/ updated 29d ago

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The room in motion

Activity164

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Flynet check ins

2,516

Neighborhood

Midtown East

Last 30 days

164 check ins

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When it's busy

Usually dead right now

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Inside The Shakespeare

The experience

Tavernlike British gastropub serving craft beers, spirits & upscale pub grub in The William hotel.

Google Places/ updated 29d ago

Review signal

4.4

670 Google reviews

$$$

Google Places/ updated 29d ago

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FAQ

How popular is The Shakespeare?

The Shakespeare has logged 2,516 check ins on Blackbird.

When is The Shakespeare busiest?

The Shakespeare is busiest on Monday evenings, based on Blackbird check-in activity.

What kind of food does The Shakespeare serve?

The Shakespeare serves British cuisine.

How expensive is The Shakespeare?

The Shakespeare is in the $$ price range on a $ to $$$$ scale.

How do I check in at The Shakespeare?

Download the Blackbird app, visit The Shakespeare in person, and check in from the app. Check-ins earn FLY and count toward Flytown's daily Hotspots ranking.