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Shakespeare's Pub

4.3 ★ · 1,937 reviews on Google · $$

Open now · 241 E Kalamazoo Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49007

Shakespeare's Pub occupies a former fishing rod and reel factory at 241 E Kalamazoo Ave in Kalamazoo, MI. The restaurant serves creative pub food alongside a broad craft beer selection, cocktails, wine and liquor. Food is available at the bar, and happy-hour offerings include both food and drinks. The atmosphere is casual, with table service, outdoor seating and takeout available, but no delivery. Entertainment is a substantial part of the pub's offerings: live music and performances, karaoke nights, trivia, dancing, and bar and arcade games. It is also listed as a place for watching sports, dining solo or gathering with a group. The pub welcomes LGBTQ guests and identifies as a transgender safe space. Reservations are accepted, and the entrance, seating, restroom and parking include wheelchair-accessible options. Free street parking and both free and paid parking lots are listed. Its Google rating is 4.3 stars from 1,937 reviews.

Shakespeare's Pub

Know before you go

  • Former fishing rod and reel factory setting
  • Creative pub food and craft beers
  • Live music, karaoke and trivia nights
  • Sports viewing, bar games and arcade games
  • Outdoor seating
  • Reviewers often praise the atmosphere (1 mentions)
  • Reviewers often praise the food (1 mentions)
  • Some reviewers mention food (1)
  • Some reviewers mention wait (1)

From 3 recent reviews

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  • One of a kind , multi-level venue with different entertainment on each level and a fun vibe — Google, 5★, September 26, 2026
  • The worst experience I have ever had at a restaurant. We ordered our food and drinks at the same time, waited over an hour before receiving our drinks. Once they arrived they were watered down an… — Google, 1★, September 26, 2026
  • Able to seat right away. Willing to work around my allergies. Nachos were great and very loaded. The queso really added flavor..didn't even need the salsa or sour cream. Delivery of the food to t… — Google, 4★, September 11, 2026

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