The Playwright
923 Reviews
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- Friday12 PM–12 AM
- Saturday12 PM–12 AM
- Sunday12–11 PM
- MondayClosed
- Tuesday12–11 PM
- Wednesday12–11 PM
- Thursday12–11 PM
About the Business
The Playwright 38 | Nottingham's Neighbourhood Hangout | Welcome to The Playwright 38, Nottinghams coolest neighbourhood hangout. Serving delicious artisan pizza, perfect pours and tasty cocktails - visit us today!
Contacts
Call Us
+441159473239
38 Shakespeare St, Nottingham NG1 4FQ
Hours
- Friday12 PM–12 AM
- Saturday12 PM–12 AM
- Sunday12–11 PM
- MondayClosed
- Tuesday12–11 PM
- Wednesday12–11 PM
- Thursday12–11 PM
Features
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
- Delivery
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wi-Fi
- Dine-in
- Takeaway
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Spirits
- Wine
- Seating
- Toilets
- Cosy
- Groups
- Accepts reservations
- Dogs allowed
- Casual
- Outdoor seating
- Happy-hour drinks
- Great cocktails
- Food
- Food at bar
- Live music
- Live performances
- Quiz night
- Bar games
Recommended Reviews
Heather
17.03.2024
The Playwright
The atmosphere here is wonderful- very cozy pub right across from Nottingham Trent University. On that basis alone it’s worth a visit. Although, not the best beer selection. I also used to love to go for their 2-4-1 pizza deal on Mondays, which was great value for money. However, lately it seems the quality of this has taken a dive. On my last visit, I ordered the ‘Margot’ and the cheese didn’t taste like mozzarella should. Perhaps worse than this, I’d asked for some red chili flakes for the pizza, a very common pizza topping that every other restaurant serving pizza provides in abundance for free. However, although they had some they refused to provide any because, bizarrely, they couldn’t find an option on the till to charge 50p for chili flakes. Charging for chili flakes on pizza is like charging for salt & pepper. So, unable to pay for them, I couldn’t get them complimentary either. Strangest and most disappointing pizza experience in recent memory.
Stuart Mould
21.02.2024
The Playwright
(Used to be The Orange Tree) Good little pub, is very popular with students in term time. Had a refurb and nice inside, friendly staff and good choice of beer.Deals for food on certain days and happy hour Sunday-Thursday.
Gary Yates
17.02.2024
The Playwright
Lovely place very relaxed atmosphere not eaten there so can't comment on food but they have a fresh pizza oven at the pub good selection of beers
Dead Duck
04.02.2024
The Playwright
Gone here a few times and it's always a friendly vibe regardless of age. Got served by someone called Alex and they were so friendly. I will definitely be coming back here in the near future. (Should definitely give Alex a pay rise!)
Ruth Gentle
26.01.2024
The Playwright
We hosted a private charity event here and they were so accommodating and helpful. Josh and the team (Tanya and Lucy) were so lovely and the space felt so warm with a fantastic atmosphere. It's great to have different areas to work with. Huge bonus with it being wheelchair accessible.Fantastic place to host our Louisey Rider Cup after party. I hope it's here again next year!
András Fésüs
25.01.2024
The Playwright
The Playwright, formerly known as the Orange Tree near Trent University. I reckon it is more of a place where University staff and students go - due to its vicinity to campus.The interior is very much what you would imagine if you heard the words English pub". The place is dog friendly and offers a good range of drinks and food and it is quite decent food at that too. I loved my Harissa Halloumi Kebab
Carrie McNabb
24.01.2024
The Playwright
I attended a private event here this weekend and the venue was perfect for having these separate space for hanging out, conversations, seating areas, and dancing, it flowed really well. Also the staff were so great about accomodating our requests for items for the party and also serving drinks so fast. Thanks to Lucy and Tanya that went above and beyond to make our event such a fun time
nat
02.01.2024
The Playwright
lovely atmosphere and a great quiz night, however, being charged more than £4 for a large glass of lemonade is a bit ridiculous ngl.also, i initially asked for another drink but the staff member didn’t even realise that they offer it on the menu so i had to go for the alternative
Jim Wood
21.12.2023
The Playwright
It would be hard to find a pub / bar in Nottingham with a worse choice of beer!! No bitter, no stout, no Guinness.. one cider, some IPA’s and crafty stuff. Not surprisingly due to location, very studenty. I’ve not eaten here so 4 stars for food & atmosphere.. just, pleeeease, get some proper beer in!!
William Carey
21.12.2023
The Playwright
An end of week drinks with work...linked to a relaxed Christmas party. Great space for a group to chat and a varied enough menu for us all. Enjoyed the beer and staff were very accommodating. Had the 3 for £15 tapas deal...great Dolcelatte salad, good replacement of kimchi cakes to retro tater-tots. Less keen on the tacos...a bit chewy but taste was fine.Fitted well what we needed for good chats and Christmas fun.
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38 Shakespeare St, Nottingham NG1 4FQ
The Playwright