San Diego Reader Feature: "Shakespeare's vs. Everyone"

Should you think San Diego an unlikely place for authentic British fried fish and potatoes, note that Shakespeare's prevailed.

Following our national culinary victory, the San Diego Reader stopped by our Mission Hills corner to see how our kitchen stands up to the hype—and the review is in.

Highlighting our signature vintage red phone booth outside the front door and the unmistakable stadium-like excitability when football is on the telly, the feature praised the pub's unwavering dedication to UK heritage. Food critic Ian Anderson gave top marks to our famous golden-fried cod, noting it hits that exact "sweet spot between crunchy and crisp" while keeping the fish inside perfectly flaky and flavorful.

Whether you're a cask-beer lover looking to experience a proper "real ale" engine or a regular diving into a deep plate of authentic comfort food, the Reader confirms why Shakespeare has been the city's undisputed home of the Queen's English for decades.