Chef's special
Lobster & seafood linguine
King prawns, mussels, tomato, white wine, garlic and chilli.
A Stratford tradition since 1984
Family-run Italian dining in the heart of Stratford
Classic Italian cooking by father-and-son chefs, just four minutes from the Royal Shakespeare Theatre.
Pre-theatre menu served 3–6pm · Two courses £24.95
8 Ely Street
Discover
Family-run since 1984
4 minutes from the RSC
Cooked to order with care
Pre-theatre dining daily
Est.1984Stratford
Our story
Four decades of Italian hospitality, from our family to yours.
Sorrento is led in the kitchen by father-and-son chefs Antonino and Adriano De Angelis — preserving the generous cooking and personal service that have defined the restaurant since 1984.
Every dish is cooked to order, with classic recipes, fresh ingredients and the quiet confidence of a family that has welcomed generations of Stratford diners.
Antonino & Adriano
Father-and-son chefs
See what makes Sorrento special
Father-and-son chefs
From the kitchen
Italian classics, made with occasion.
Seafood, steaks, handmade sauces and house desserts — familiar dishes prepared with the care a memorable evening deserves.
Chef's special
Surf & turf della casa
Chargrilled steak, buttered lobster tail and dressed leaves.
Made in house
Tiramisù della casa
Coffee, liqueur, zabaglione cream and a generous dusting of cocoa.
Before the curtain rises
A relaxed Italian dinner, four minutes from the theatre.
Join us before the performance for two thoughtfully paced courses. Tell us your curtain time when booking and our team will help keep your evening running beautifully.
Served3–6pm
Two courses£24.95
Walk to RSC4 mins
We recommend arriving around 90 minutes before your performance.
A table for every occasion
Come for the theatre. Return for the feeling.
Warm service, classic surroundings and the easy sense that there is always time for one more course.
4.5
★★★★★
345 OpenTable diners
Public rating checked August 2026
What guests remember
“Warm service, generous Italian cooking and a perfect start to a night at the theatre.”
A summary of recurring diner feedback on food, service and atmosphere.
Find us
In the heart of Stratford-upon-Avon.
A quiet table on Ely Street, moments from the High Street and a four-minute walk from the Royal Shakespeare Theatre.
Sorrento Restaurant8 Ely Street
Stratford-upon-Avon, CV37 6LW
Opening hours
- Monday–Thursday
- 12pm–9:30pm
- Friday–Saturday
- 12pm–10pm
- Sunday
- Closed
4
minute walk
to the Royal Shakespeare Theatre
to the Royal Shakespeare Theatre