Food and Drink
Whether you’re out shopping and want to take the weight off your feet, fancy lunch with family or friends, need to grab a snack before a show or want to treat yourself to an interval drink, the Hippo Lounge serves hot and cold drinks and light bites throughout the day. Darlington Hippodrome is only a short stroll from the town centre so there’s no need to wait until showtime – you can soak up a little bit of theatre any time of the week!
Hippodrome bars
The theatre boasts accessible bars on all levels; perfect places to meet and relax before the show and during the interval.
The Hippo Lounge
The Hippo Lounge is open from 10am Monday - Saturday, and hot food is served until 6pm. On Sundays where there is a show, it opens one hour before the show begins.
Accessed via the new main entrance on Parkgate, the Hippo Lounge is at the heart of the restored theatre. This contemporary café provides a relaxed atmosphere throughout the day along with access to free wi-fi, and a selection of light bites and hot and cold beverages.
Bank Top Bakery are now supplying freshly made steak pies, sausage rolls (including a vegan option), and mini quiches. Fresh sandwiches are made every day in house, with a variety of fillings, as well as vegan and gluten free options.
1907 bar
Rear of stalls
John Wade Group Lounge
First floor atrium (open to the public unless there is a function)
Footlights
First floor promenade
Panto bar
Second floor atrium
Beat the rush
Pre-order your interval drinks at the bar on the day of the performance.