Shakespeare Pub & Grille

San Diego


One of San Diego’s most authentic English ale houses, Shakespeare is the place for darts, soccer by satellite, beer on tap and pub grub, including fish-and-chips and bangers and mash. One thing they don't have in Britain: a great sundeck. On weekends, load up with a British breakfast: bacon, mushrooms, black and white pudding and more.


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