Shakespeare's Pizza

Pizza · Columbia, MO

4.1 (601 · Yelp ) ·$$ ·Pizza ·Est. 1973 ·

About

Bar: Full bar

This is the place that ABC News rated the #1 college hangout, and you can tell. Shakespeare's Pizza has been a Columbia landmark since 1973, pulling in students and locals with quality ingredients and a casual, full-bar setup. It's a mixed crowd, gay-straight, and tends to be packed.

The vibe is see-and-be-seen, though the pizza is known for being overpriced. You'll find outdoor seating, happy hour, and free wifi. It's dog friendly, too. If you're in The District, it's an easy stop after Sparky's Homemade Ice Cream .

Features

  • Open since 1973, a Columbia staple
  • Outdoor seating and dog friendly
  • Happy hour with full bar and free wifi

Cuisine

Pizza

Practical

Mixed Gay/StraightOutdoor SeatingHappy HourDog FriendlyBike ParkingGood for KidsDeliveryCateringTake-OutCredit Cards AcceptedStreet ParkingVegan FriendlyHas TVFree WiFiFull BarLunchDinnerParking LotCasualGood for GroupsLoud / Lively
4.1

What people say

Rated from 601 reviews. 7 community ratings. View this venue on Yelp

From the community

“#1 college hangout”

It's obvious. The place is always packed with college students and locals. The pizza is excellent but costs too much. But if you want a spot to see people and be noticed, this is it, since ABC news named it the top college hangout.

A visitor · Over a year ago

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of food do they serve? +

They specialize in pizza, beer, and salads. The owner's list: pizza, beer, soda, beer, pizza, salad.

Is it LGBTQ+ friendly? +

Yes, the venue is tagged as mixed gay-straight and is a popular hangout for everyone.

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