Dining at Jacob's Pillow
Enjoy outdoor food, drink, and merriment at Jacob’s Pillow, whether at our cafe, pub, and coffee bar, or with a picnic meal ready to enjoy upon arrival.
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MORE THAN A MEAL
Dining at Jacob’s Pillow is more than a meal—it’s part of the experience.
Nestled in the heart of the Berkshires, our dining spaces are surrounded by the beauty of a National Historic Landmark. Enjoy fresh, seasonal flavors as you take in the sights and sounds of dancers warming up, performances in the distance, and the natural charm of the Pillow’s outdoor spaces.
Every meal is enhanced by the history, artistry, and energy that make Jacob’s Pillow so special. Keep scrolling to explore ways to dine with us.
The Pillow Café
The Pillow Café is the go-to dining destination at Jacob’s Pillow, prominently located on the Great Lawn of our historic grounds.
Whether you choose a seat at the bar or a table, both under our open-air tent, you’ll find a welcoming setting to enjoy a thoughtfully prepared meal. Try one of our seasonal specials, share a generous cheese and charcuterie board, or explore a cocktail or mocktail—whether classic or a little unexpected.
Our new chef, Kenny Cheung, brings a fresh perspective to New England cuisine, featuring the best of the Berkshires with an infusion of global flavor, and incorporating sourced ingredients from local purveyors including Jacob Pillow’s own Garden.
PILLOW CAFÉ HOURS
The Pillow Café is closed until Festival 2026. Be on the lookout for updated summer hours and reservation openings as Festival 2026 approaches.
Pillow Picnic Meals
Skip the packing and treat yourself to a ready-made picnic
Curated just for your day at the Pillow, our Pillow Picnics serve two and are perfect for spreading out on the Great Lawn, sipping something cold, and soaking in the Festival atmosphere. Picnic Meals will be made available closer to Festival 2026.
Pillow Pub
The Pillow Pub offers lighter fare, including salads, wraps, and sandwiches, all available as takeaway meals to be enjoyed around the Pillow’s 220-acre campus. Pillow Pub summer hours will be posted closer to Festival 2026.
Pillow Coffee Bar
The Pillow Coffee Bar is a quick-service counter featuring a menu of coffees, teas, beverages, and snacks. It’s the perfect pitstop to fuel your Pillow experience! Coffee Bar summer hours will be posted closer to Festival 2026.
SKIP THE LINE
Skip the line with order-ahead drinks during the Festival. Head to the Café Bar, the Pub, the Doris Duke Theatre Bar, or the Courtyard Cart before your performance in the Ted Shawn Theatre or Doris Duke Theater begins. Order-ahead beverages will be waiting for you at the Café Bar for your convenience.
Ted Shawn Theatre
Intermission Beverages
Recharge for the second act in the Ted Shawn Theatre with a selection of intermission drinks, including wine, beer, and soft drinks.
Doris Duke Theatre
Post-Show Drinks
Performances in the Doris Duke Theatre are one act with no intermission, so have a drink waiting for you after the show as the perfect way to cap off an unforgettable evening.