Where to eat Pub food in Portsmouth: The Best Restaurants and Bars

July 27, 2020 Tambra Mccollister

Find out what Pub restaurants to try in Portsmouth. Portsmouth (/ˈpɔːrtsməθ/ ( listen)) is a port city in Hampshire, England, mainly on Portsea Island, 70 miles (110 km) south-west of London and 19 miles (31 km) south-east of Southampton. It has a total population of 205,400. The city forms part of the South Hampshire built-up area, which also covers Southampton and the towns of Havant, Waterlooville, Eastleigh, Fareham, and Gosport.
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10. The Old Customs House

Vernon Buildings Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth PO1 3TY England Bar, British, Pub, Gastropub Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks Parking Available, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Buffet, Private Dining, Seating, Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Digital Pa [email protected] +44 23 9283 2333 https://www.theoldcustomshouse.com
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4 based on 1404 reviews

The Old Customs House

One of Portsmouth’s original naval buildings, The Old Customs House is always ready to serve… So whether you fancy tucking into our quality cuisine or sampling any of our ales, wines, softs or spirits, we won’t let you down. Settle into one of our sofas a

Reviewed By Sam3314

Situated on Gunwharf Quays this is a traditional pub with good beer and cider. Meals are very generous portions, sides are not really necessary.Thank you for your great review. We try and offer a varied menu to suit all guests and so pleased you found the portion sizes to be generous. We are the only traditional pub in Gunwharf Quays and try our best to have a cosy atmosphere with the best quality food and drinks available. We do hope to see you again soon.

9. The King Street Tavern

70 King Street Southsea, Portsmouth PO5 4EH England Bar, Barbecue, Pub Lunch, Dinner, Drinks Television, Highchairs Available, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Table Service, Free Wifi, Live Music [email protected] +44 23 9307 3568 http://www.facebook.com/TheKingStreetTavern/?ref=page_internal
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4 based on 242 reviews

The King Street Tavern

Housed in an 18th century pub in the heart of Southsea, The King Street Tavern combines our passion with authentic Smoked/BBQ Meats with great beer. With our focus on the rubs and the infusion of wood smoke our meats are cooked ‘low and slow’ to perfectio

Reviewed By mandym618

Undeniably the best Sunday Roast in Portsmouth. All home cooked with gravy to die for. Meat soft and succulent and veggie/vegan options available. Top service from welcoming and friendly staff in a lovely environment. Honestly you will not get any better anywhere else. You need to try this place

8. Ship Anson

10 The Hard, Portsmouth PO1 3DT England Bar, British, Pub Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Free Wifi [email protected] +44 23 9282 4152 http://www.shipanson-portsmouth.co.uk
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4 based on 425 reviews

Ship Anson

Reviewed By paulmichele1210

It’s only taken about 12 years to finally meet up with Keith and Maz who run the Ship! Walking in was amazing, the atmosphere is great for a Friday night. After a day at work, we drove from Essex to spend a few days.If Friday evening is anything to go by we are going to be in for a treat tomorrow Great pub, great atmosphere, great landlords. Great food!Can’t rate it highly enough - and yes we WILL be back :) We sincerely thank you for the positive review, and look forward to seeing you again soon!

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7. Shenanigans Irish Cafe

57 Osborne Road, Portsmouth PO5 3LS England Irish, Cafe, British, Pub Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch, Late Night, Drinks Seating, Television, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service, Free Wifi +44 23 9229 3756 http://www.shenanigansirishcafe.com/www.shenanigansirishcafe.com/Blank.html
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4 based on 226 reviews

Shenanigans Irish Cafe

Reviewed By The_IPB

This place is really good for breakfast. We both had the Door Step Sausage Sandwich. £5 including a coffee. Good quality sausage. The other breakfasts looked amazing as well.Nice place and if you bag the right seat you can sit outside.Friendly staff as well.

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6. The Florence Arms Gastro Pub

18-20 Florence Road Southsea, Portsmouth PO5 2NE England Bar, British, Pub, Gastropub Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks Outdoor Seating, Buffet, Seating, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Reservations, Street Parking, Wine and Beer, Accepts Credit Cards, Table S [email protected] +44 23 9200 7888 http://WWW.THEFLORENCEARMSSOUTHSEA.CO.UK
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4 based on 741 reviews

The Florence Arms Gastro Pub

Gastro Pub - stylish bar area with relaxing airy restaurant attached.

Reviewed By matthewo301

Great food, attentive service. Relaxed atmosphere. Would recommend. Decent childrens' menu. Generous portions.Thank you for leaving a review of the Florence Arms.We are delighted to read that the staff took good care of you and that you both enjoyed your meals.The team look forward to welcoming you back soon.

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5. Frankie & Benny's

Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth PO1 3TZ England Italian, Bar, Pub Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service +44 23 9273 2151 https://www.frankieandbennys.com/restaurants/south-east/portsmouth/portsmouth
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4 based on 1704 reviews

Frankie & Benny's

Reviewed By bexo60

Having been to frankie & bennys a lot of times including breakfast and always been happy with our visit. The restaurant is nice and reasonably priced and conveniently located for a cinema/dinner trip. However on our most recent visit I walked into the restaurant slightly ahead of my boyfriend by around 2 minutes and was completely ignored and look past by the immediate front desk staff who literally stared through me as if I didn’t exist. When my boyfriend then walked in they straight away greeted him and asked him if he would like a table, again ignoring me completely. Couldn’t help being hugely offended and the apparent situation but we continued regardless. Breakfast was good as usual and well priced, also included taste card which saved us some money. The only downside except for the greeting was that one glass of orange juice cost £3.39 which is just extortionate! It’s a half pint of orange juice (not fresh) and is mostly watered down with ice so I really can’t see why this price is justified.

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4. The Eastney Tavern

100 Cromwell Road Southsea, Portsmouth England Seafood, Bar, British, Pub Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night, Drinks Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Buffet, Seating, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards [email protected] +44 23 9282 6246 http://eastneytavern.co.uk/
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4 based on 405 reviews

The Eastney Tavern

Reviewed By Jane C

Called in for a light lunch. The service was excellent, drinks brought to the table, rare for a pub. Served a range of light bites. The real ales were very well kept. Quite rightly this pub is in the 2020 good beer guide.

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3. The Marmion - Bar & Kitchen

20 Marmion Road Southsea, Portsmouth PO5 2BA England Bar, British, Pub Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks Seating, Television, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Reservations, Highchairs Available, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Music [email protected] +44 23 9229 1822 http://www.themarmion.co.uk/
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4 based on 499 reviews

The Marmion - Bar & Kitchen

The Marmion now serving up Southsea's finest food, drink and of course great atmosphere!

Reviewed By Kalee36

Good menu, lots of tasty sounding things to try. Nachos were excellent, so much topping and nice big chunks of chicken breast. All had burgers which again were good, really liked the skinny crispy chips! Eten mess for dessert was a good potion size and super yummy. We used meerkat 2 for 1 so was incredible value for money. Service was really good, both people serving were helpful and really friendly.

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2. Croxton's Kitchen & Tap House

94/96 Palmerston Road, Portsmouth PO5 3PT England Bar, Pub, Gastropub Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks Reservations, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Accepts Credit Cards, Delivery, Full Bar, Free Wifi +44 23 9281 6641 http://croxtons-southsea.com/
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4 based on 128 reviews

Croxton's Kitchen & Tap House

Opened in 2018 and housed within the former Southsea Post Office building on Palmerston Road, Croxton's is an independent kitchen and tap house that offers a relaxed industrial dining experience, alongside a great selection of craft beers and real ales. D

Reviewed By Partner792

The venue is nice down a street packed with bars and restaurants. There are a range of good food options which are well prepared and tasty. We had a burger and a vegetarian shawarma both of which were good. This is definitely above normal pub standard. The place was quiet when we got in and got pretty busy by the end. All good.

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1. The Wave Maiden

36 Osborne Road, Portsmouth PO5 3LT England American, Bar, British, Pub Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks Reservations, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments, Free Wifi, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards [email protected] +44 23 9217 8878 http://www.TheWaveMaiden.co.uk
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4 based on 286 reviews

The Wave Maiden

"Southsea's home of Sincere Beer." We serve a unique range of craft beer, cask ale, real cider, small-batch spirits & artisan wine. We specialise in homemade 'farm to table' American inspired comfort food with vegan versions of all of our menu items!

Reviewed By Verfieldboy1

I can’t say I ever enjoy being away from home, having to do the usual trawl of local pubs before grabbing some dinner. But I must admit this bar is a real gem and I only wish I had found it sooner ! The Staff are welcoming and well informed as to what they sell and they keep their celllar in good order, don’t walk by the modest exterior come in you won’t be disappointed John Boy

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