Where to Eat

Prelude at the Opera House and Main Bar
Lower Lounge
A night at the opera is an elegant event, deserving of a remarkable culinary experience. Our gorgeous setting located on the lower level of the War Memorial Opera House offers an ideal environment for pre-performance dining and intermission.
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Updated Safety Protocols for Prelude at the Opera House and Main Bar
✓ We have added sneeze guards to all buffet tables.
✓ Culinary attendants will plate up the buffet selections for guests.
✓ All culinary staff will be wearing masks and will continue to follow the safety standards of the Opera.
North Box Restaurant and Bar
Mezzanine (Box) level
Located on the north mezzanine level overlooking the magnificent main lobby, North Box Restaurant offers California cuisine with global influences and is an ideal destination for pre-performance and intermission dining.
Dress Circle Lounge and Bar
Dress Circle level (south)
Savor snacks, sandwiches, and drinks, plus premium wine, beer and spirits in the lounge with plush décor.
Café Express
Lower Lounge
Indulge in small bites, craft cocktails, and a vast variety of premium and ultra-premium wines and spirits. Located on the lower level of the War Memorial Opera House.
Intermission Refreshments
Lower, Lobby, Box, Dress Circle, and Balcony Levels
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