Seeing a show in Theatreland? Don’t settle for cheap fast food beforehand. With London’s hottest restaurants offering value-for-money set dinners, you can enjoy quality food and swift service. But don’t take our word for it – the stars of the West End’s top shows share their pick of the best pre-theatre meals

Hugh Maynard, playing John in Miss Saigon at the Prince Edward Theatre
There’s a wonderful Korean restaurant on Great Marlborough Street called Bibigo. It’s minimalist but traditional at the same time and has a great atmosphere. There is a mix of classic Korean dishes (think kimchee and bibimbap) with more contemporary combinations such as a neo-Japanese black cod and Korean barbecue ribs.
Pre-theatre menu: Dinner selection menu; three courses for £13

Jack Loxton, playing Albert Narracott in War Horse at the New London Theatre
I try to be in and around London as much as I can between shows and between rehearsals. Joe Allen is a favourite – a classic American restaurant on Exeter Street near Covent Garden. It’s down a quiet street so you can get away from the hustle and bustle of the piazza. Expect dishes such as maple, mustard pork chop.
Pre-theatre menu: Set menu two courses £14.75; three courses £17.50

Savannah Stevenson, playing Glinda in Wicked at the Apollo Victoria Theatre
It’s probably a theatrical cliché, but I love The Ivy. It’s the classic pre- or post-theatre destination and the British menu is always excellent. I also love Bocca Di Lupo on Archer Street for fantastic Italian food.
Pre-theatre menu: The Ivy set menu until 6pm, two courses £21.75; three courses £26.25. Boca di Lupo pre-theatre dishes from £5-£16

Deka Walmsley, playing Billy Elliot’s Dad in Billy Elliot the Musical at the Victoria Palace Theatre
Browns in Victoria do a great pre-theatre menu. It specialises in brasserie-style food, so there is something for everyone, and if you like a cheeky cocktail, they have a good selection to choose from. Then you only have to stroll across the road to the theatre to see the show.
Pre-theatre menu: Two courses from £14; three courses £18

Edd Post, playing Bob Gaudio in Jersey Boys at Piccadilly Theatre
I love the Mexican food at La Bodega Negra on Moor Street in Soho, which does great tacos. Just around the corner, on Old Compton Street, is a secret entrance to the restaurant’s underground tequila bar. It serves great cocktails and bar snacks such as duck and guacamole tostadas, barbecue octopus and ceviche. Both venues are great for their proximity to the West End.
Pre-theatre menu: No set menu; tacos from £7

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