The countdown is now very much on to April 12, from when people will be able to dine outdoors under the government’s roadmap out of lockdown.
Then five weeks later on May 17, diners will be able to have a meal inside a restaurant again.
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If you are looking forward to enjoying a meal in the sunshine in April, then you might need to start thinking about booking a table – so you aren’t left disappointed!
We have pulled together a list of restaurants that will be open from next month and are taking bookings.
If you are a restaurant owner and your restaurant is taking bookings and isn’t on our list, please email [email protected] and we will add you.
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1. Zizzi
Zizzi restaurants in Port Solent and Gunwharf Quays will be open for outdoor dining from April 12 - you can book a table now via Zizzi's website. Photo: Ian Hargreaves
2. Carluccio's
Carluccio’s in Gunwharf Quays will be open from April 12 - and is taking bookings now. Photo: Google Maps
3. Pizza Express
Pizza Express will be open from April 12 at Gunwharf Quays - you can book now. Photo: Google Maps
4. Las Iguanas
Las Iguanas in Gunwharf Quays will be open from April 12 - you can book a table now. Photo: contributed picture