Eating Out

South Downs Food Festival returns for 2025 - details

Here are some of the best dog friendly cafes and pub that will make your pup feel like royalty.

33 elite pubs and cafes where canine companions are treated like royalty

With summer round the corner, you may be looking for food spots in the area with sensational waterfront views.

34 food spots with waterfront views so picturesque you'll think you're abroad

The pubs and cafes across area with the best views to soak up the sun

Here are 66 eateries in the Portsmouth area given ratings of 4 and 5.

The best food hygiene ratings from April

12 eateries with the worst food hygiene ratings released in April

Best and Worst McDonalds in Portsmouth and the surrounding areas.

Best and worst McDonald's in the area

Jemma and Luke Wainwright from Warsash, officially opened Salt & Sage Bistro in West Street, Fareham, on Monday, May 5, 2025. Picture: Sarah Standing (060525-2924)

See inside the newly opened eatery priding itself on fresh local food

Miller & Carter Southampton

Miller & Carter Southampton unveils brand-new look following major transformatio...

The Southern heat of the British Street Food Awards is being held in Gunwharf Quays this weekend, with judging taking place of Bank Holiday Monday. Photos by Alex Shute

Delight as the best food trucks battle it out at the British Street Food Awards

Here are some pubs that have gardens in Hampshire including Spice Island Inn and The Rose in June.

15 quintessential pubs with beer gardens perfect for the bank holiday

I'd happily swap shots and sticky club floors for welcoming pubs

Dale Harvey and Holly Booth visited 19 pubs/bars in Portsmouth on Saturday, April 19.

"What a wonderful city!" - Couple on a quest to visit every pub hit Portsmouth

Eateries and Restaurants at Gunwharf Quays from A - Z - with ratings

All the area's Wetherspoons pubs ranked from best to worst

Here are 56 results of the latest food hygiene reports released in the Portsmouth area.

Discover the latest food hygiene ratings for the Portsmouth area
A number of local Hampshire restaurants have had their food hygiene ratings released in March.
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Best beer gardens portsmouth

13 of the best beer gardens in the Portsmouth area

Here are the 33 best cafes in the Portsmouth area as voted for by our readers.

The 33 best cafes in the Portsmouth area

Portsmouth has many bars and restaurants with amazing photo opportunities for your Instagram feed.

9 most Instagrammable bars in Portsmouth

Charlotte Crotty, from Copnor, submitted this picture of her colourful home bar.

Amazing home bars created during first lockdown five years ago

A queue forms outside the new Piecaramba on Albert Road, Southsea, which opened on 22 March, 2025

Hungry locals queue down Albert Road as new pie shop opens in Southsea

Havant Road, Drayton, Portsmouth in the 1900's

32 memories of Havant Road in Portsmouth

Empress Ale

Powder Monkey Group acquires Empress Ale

Here are the 17 best fish and chip shops in the Portsmouth area as recommended by our readers.

The 17 best fish and chip shops in the area

Five pubs in a row on The Hard circa 1910. Picture: Robert James collection.

I can't believe how amazing the pubs are from Portsmouth's past

Here are 71 food hygiene ratings released for the Portsmouth area in February

Discover the latest Portsmouth area food hygiene ratings

Our readers told us the restaurants they miss the most - and here are some that I wish I tried before they closed in the city.

19 beloved restaurants I wish I tried before they closed
There are so many restaurants that were cherished by locals but have closed over the years – and I’m super sad I never got to try them.
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Sarah now 3.5 Stone lighter and husband Lee now 7.5 Stone lighter.

Couple 11 Stone Lighter after a Family Affair of Fun, Fitness and Fakeaways!

What better way to celebrate Pancake Day than tucking into some absolute delicious pancakes at some of the best spots in the city.

11 brilliant spots in the city dishing up sublime pancakes

The Exchange in London Road, Waterlooville, is holding its soft opening on February 25. Picture: Sarah Standing (250225-9851)

Restaurant opens its doors after stunning transformation - In pictures

Here are some of the most traditional and beloved pubs with fantastic interiors in the area.

13 pubs that will out of towners because of their brilliant interiors

The News has reflected on all of the clubs that Portsmouth has lost over the years.

17 iconic nightclubs that have closed in Portsmouth over the years

The Exchange is taking over the old Natwest bank in Waterlooville Town Centre.

See inside the old bank being transformed into an exciting all-day venue

The beloved waterside restaurant and pub, The Still and West, in Old Portsmouth, looks unrecognisable following an extensive refurbishment. Picture: Habibur Rahman

Charming waterside pub looks marvellous following refurbishment - Look Inside

I asked our readers what their favourite kebab shops are... this is what they said.

In Pictures: 12 sensational kebab shops recommended by our readers

I asked, you answered - Our readers have had their say at what restaurants are Michelin worthy in the city.

11 top notch restaurants recommended by our readers

The Michelin Guide 2025 has been released revealing that 10 restaurants in Hampshire have been featured.

10 of the best Hampshire restaurants and pubs in Michelin Guide - In Pictures

Uber Eats has revealed the top ten dishes ordered in Portsmouth over the last year.

In Pictures: Uber Eats reveals top ten dishes ordered in Portsmouth

Here are 45 of the food hygiene rating released in January

Discover the latest Portsmouth area food hygiene ratings

The Deck at Emsworth Yacht Harbour reopened under new management at the end of January 2025. Pictured is: Manager of The Deck Kate Hewitt. Picture: Sarah Standing (310125-1832)

In Pictures: New management 'thrilled' to welcome customers back to The Deck

A Great Range of Sicilian Wine Styles

On the Grapevine: Bring on the sunshine with fine Sicilian wines

Durty Nelly's has opened in Palmerston Road, Southsea. The new Irish bar has replaced the trendy bottomless brunch spot, Bonitas, which closed before Christmas. Picture: Chris Moorhouse (010225-52)

Brand new Irish bar Durty Nelly's opens its doors in heart of Southsea

Rosario's & Co in Fareham Road, Gosport, is celebrating their second birthday.

Pictured is: Scott Morey, one of the directors for Rosario's & Co.

Picture: Sarah Standing (280125-8944)

In Pictures: Independent coffee shop celebrates two 'fantastic' years of trading

Smoke and Mirrors restaurant in High Street, Old Portsmouth, is getting ready to celebrate its first birthday on February 14, 2025. Pictured is: Owners Caitlyn Odin and Jordan Thompson. Picture: Sarah Standing (280125-8906)

'Fresh look' at fine dining restaurant following exciting refurbishment

Nicola Lang (42) and her partner Mike Woods (43) are opening their cafe/bistro called Woodies in Wickham in the former Greens restaurant, mid to late March 2025.

Picture: Sarah Standing (240125-8682)

In Pictures: Couple 'excited' to transform restaurant into tearoom and bistro

Pictured: Manager Matt Brydon. The Deco on Elm Grove, Southsea, has reopened after a refit Picture: Chris Moorhouse (250125-33)

Alternative Southsea venue given 'new lease of life' following major facelift

Heidi Bennett (29) and her partner Lewis Hind (29) have moved from Weymouth to Gosport to take over as the landlords of The Fox Tavern in North Street, Gosport, which is the one of oldest pubs in Gosport. Picture: Sarah Standing (240125-8706)

In Pictures: Couple relocate to follow dreams of running oldest Gosport boozer

The hunt is on for regional pies to complete the UK pie map

“The Hampshire Pie”: Call for regional pie recipes to help complete the UK ‘pie ...

Tripadvisor has listed some of the best food spots in the city that are worth a visit.

16 top food spots in Portsmouth, according to Tripadvisor

Lucy Bridgewater and Antonia Niblock have launched their business, Shroom, which is currently at The Royal Albert in Albert Road, Southsea. The business venture is a fast food pop-up that offers plant based dishes. Pictured is: (l-r) Owners of Shroom Antonia Niblock and Lucy Bridgewater. Picture: Sarah Standing (210125-8563)

Wonderfully unique pop-up transforming vegan dining in Southsea

Hungry Brits are putting gravy on their fry-ups, study reveals

SquareMeal has put together a list of some of the most romantic restaurants to visit in Hampshire. With Valentines Day coming up, there are so many amazing places to choose from.

14 remarkably romantic restaurants perfect for date night

Porto Grill A Taberna, a restaurant at 245 London Road, has a 4.5 rating on Tripadvisor based on 275 reviews. One reviewer writes: "The food and reception was fantastic it felt just like having food at home."

Here are 12 of the best child-friendly restaurants in the Portsmouth area

Here are some of the best places to visit if you are on the hunt for a brilliant food and drink spot, according to the Michelin Guide 2024.

10 heavenly Hampshire restaurants and pubs featured in Michelin Guide

The Wagon 3 Year Aged Rum Bottle

Portsmouth Distillery toast global success with bespoke Wagon Rum

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