If you’re in the romantic town of Stratford-upon-Avon and looking for a dinner to match, pay Marco's New York Italian by Marco Pierre White a visit and dive into classic Italian dishes, served with flair alongside New York-style burgers, steaks and well-crafted cocktails.
The old English Tudor black and white exterior tells of the town’s historical connections, being a town of love, literature and beauty. Walk into the quaint interior of the Mercure Shakespeare Hotel and find the chic restaurant setting in between age-old wooden beams. Looking for a photo op? Grab a seat in the black and white wingback chair in the entranceway.
The applauded chef, TV personality and restaurateur behind it all, Marco Pierre White, brings his Italian lineage and love for the Big Apple to this restaurant chain by serving up simple and traditional dishes. Marco’s New York Italian is open every day from midday for lunch and dinner shifts, offering all-day dining at the weekend. Stop by for a hearty meal or opt for an afternoon tea in the most quintessentially British town and feast on sweet pastries, scones sandwiches and TeaPigs tea.
Start your Marco’s New York Italian meal off with a classic cocktail or a glass of something from the vast wine list such as a racy, zesty white or a spicy, peppery red vino. Kiddies can tag along and order from their own two- or three-course fuss-free menu. Order the crispy New York buffalo wings to start with a blue cheese dip. Mains include a selection of burgers, pastas including the Americano spaghetti with meatballs and peas and sourdough pizzas. We love the look of the Romana pizza with anchovies, capers and olives or a ribeye steak with Alex James toppings of Blue Monday cheese and pancetta. Round it all off with a traditional New York baked cheesecake with blueberry compote.
Monday nights are steak nights, where you can chop 25% off your meal and slice into your steak without cutting into your budget. Sip on the Thursday evening 2-4-1 cocktail special while you enjoy what’s left of the summer sun in the outdoor dining area. Celebrate the end of a busy week with Fizz Friday and receive 25% off any bottle of Champagne or Prosecco after 5pm.