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Nº 593 in 901 in Portsmouth

Nº 75 of 110 British in Portsmouth

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The Best Garden in Albert Road.

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robert simpkin . 2024-10-18

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Food typical pub grub. Good and priced right.

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Steve Shucksmith . 2024-10-06

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Nice evening meal. Friendly helpful staff.

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Yvonne Hoggarth . 2024-09-25

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Great pub garden, food was average for a chain pub (not a fan of Merlot wine ) but the guy behind the bar with glasses provided great service! Top bloke

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Matt Reed . 2024-09-01

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Knowledgeable bartender, great service, good selection of interesting whiskys, and great food. We had the selection of small dishes and they were fabulous.

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Oliver Kraus . 2024-08-22

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Sunday roast with the family. Delicious, very good value for money and lovely staff!

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Madame Legoff . 2024-08-19

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Late night drink... sat in the garden .... was lovely

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Anna Howe . 2024-08-10

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Popped in here for a drink as a busy afternoon house viewing in the area. We sat in the garden and enjoyed a nice chilled drink and some delicious crisps. We would have stayed longer and enjoyed some food, it looked good but we didn't have enough time unfortunately.

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Anne-marie Hayllar . 2024-08-04

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Lovely bar staff very accommodating!

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Edward Kavan White . 2024-07-23

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Been going to this pub for forever. I went with some friends to watch the European football final. My friend's girlfriend is Spanish and so are her friends. Although it felt like we were in a sea of shirts, even though England lost, the crowd was great, and it was a fun filled night. Never felt unsafe.

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Slamdunk Funkateer . 2024-07-16

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Great beer garden, but pub stinks of BO!

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SamBenzie12 . 2024-07-13

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Brilliant food and excellent ale. Friendly landlord, great staff. Will definitely come again . Nice secluded darden. X

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Fat V . 2024-07-10

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Great atmosphere ready for the footi, big screen in garden and a bite to eat before match. Landlord seemed to know customers by name and staff were busy but smiling. Will return next time in the area.

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Hazel T . 2024-07-10

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Great pub, usually with a great atmosphere. My last visit was a Tuesday lunchtime, so it was quiet, but I received a warm welcome from the landlord. Discount offered for veterans, which is always a bonus.

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Glenn Dunwell . 2024-07-10

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Nice pub, got a lovely big back garden to enjoy the nice weather. Friendly staff

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Vicky Wilde . 2024-06-26

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Great little pub with friendly, welcoming atmosphere, lovely pub garden for summer, only ever been served by one man there but hes been very friendly and was patient when my friends and family discount wasnt working scanning and made sure i got my discount on my drinks. Their pub chips were very tasty as well.

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Alfie Ervin . 2024-06-14

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It would be great if the kitchen was open more often and they were open later then 10 pm

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Robert Marsh . 2024-06-08

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Brilliant beer garden Have done some great work to it and I’ll be excited to revisit again in the summer and for the euros football

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Brayden B . 2024-06-02

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Wow. What an experience. Great service and great prices.

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James New . 2024-06-02

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Nice friendly pub lunchtimes. Good beer selection. Must try the steak and ale pie; excellent.

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Dave Scourfield . 2024-05-28

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Little bit quiet but staff friendly and place nice and modern

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Paul Wyeth . 2024-05-13

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Local pub and just a good craic

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Ben Zedryne . 2024-05-03

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Awful service. Staff just didn't care. I had booked a table for dinner at 7pm. Pub was in chaos, no one on door, had to fight way to bar to ask about the table id booked, which i had to ask the occupants to vacate. My brother got a drink from the bar and we waited for our friends. They arrived and used the app to get their drinks. we sat looking at the menu, making our choices, after about 25mins no drinks had arrived so we decided to fight to the bar to investigate and order the food as the app seemed to only be partly working at this point. We finally got to the bar to be told the two drinks ordered on the app were unavailable and were told it was quicker to refund them and reorder alternatives. At this point we were then told they weren't serving food. I booked a dining table, upon arrival why was i not informed that they had stopped serving (they obviously had been serving as the tables were littered with dirty plates) also why leave menus on tables if you are no longer serving food. I did see on the menu that it stated sandwiches were served til 7pm but i had assumed that was just that specific section of the menu, well you would assume that food was being served til the norm for a pub if you have booked a dining table not a drinks only. If they do not serve food past 7pm why was i able to book a dining table and if this was a mistake why was i not called or emailed when they saw the booking (which they mustve seen as they had reserved us a table) to tell me they stop serving at 7pm and id need to change my time. In addition to this, Why didn't they tell me upon arrival, i spoke to a member of staff at least three times in order to get seated, and i had mentioned food but nothing was said. Not until we went to the bar to chase the missing drinks. Such a horrendous contrat to the other Greene King pub i frequent. So disappointed

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Passenger14278046888 . 2024-04-25

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Food was nice and service was fast. Just what we needed after a long day!

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John Worrall-McBride . 2024-04-16

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Had a good burger meal at a reasonable price

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Peter Wilby . 2024-04-13

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Love this pub, always good service and good drink selection. My partner and I came for lunch on a Sunday, we didn't want a roast and the full menu was still available, the food was perfect, great portions and delicious. Service, as ever, was impeccable with a friendly greeting and attentive throughout our meal. Had some good ales on offer and a great wine selection. Perfect for a family visit or drinks with friends.

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Holly Jude . 2024-03-24

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I've been coming here for two years alone and with my family. They are always so friendly here. I even study here. I love it. ❤️

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AimeeM_11 . 2024-03-16

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The Bold Forester is always a good time. They boast a huge selection of Gins, spirits, and a good beer choice too. Their beer garden is spacious and perfect for a sunny summer day. There is also a huge covered area with heat lamps for the colder months. They host regular events such as Karekoe and raffles. One of the best spots on Albert Road.

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Adrian C . 2024-03-04

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Had a drink in the garden and it was super cute.

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Paige Charman . 2024-02-22

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The staff were great 👍 thanks and will definitely be returning 😊 😀 ☺️

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Steve Hedges . 2024-01-26

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One of the best pubs in Albert road🍺

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Stephen White . 2024-01-21

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Very disappointed on our visit to the pub. We had booked a table for a meal before visiting the kings theatre. Received confirmation that our table had been booked the day before. However arrived to be told the kitchen is closed today because they had a problem with the chef. I would have thought a phone call to the customer would have been a polite response. Would not recommend this pub or be returning. If the manager had apologised for the inconvenience then I would have understood but just to be told I did not have a booking is unacceptable.

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sharondons7 . 2024-01-21

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Went to this lively pub for a family meal. Staff very friendly, informative, and patient in discussing menu options for allergies. Everyone enjoyed their food, which was good value and the staff checked that we had everything we needed.

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Kay McConville . 2024-01-20

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Brilliant experience, lovely staff

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Jordan Mills . 2024-01-04

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Just fancied fish and chips and a couple of pints. Hello are you doing food? No sorry kitchen is closed. No explanation. Website states it's open. I wonder why so many pubs are going out of business?

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Gar Hayes . 2024-01-02

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Not LGBT friendly. We (two women) were assaulted by two men and the staff did nothing until the same men started to attack a table of men. Not a safe environment. Really scary place.

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Sarah G . 2023-12-30

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Hi I would just like to congratulate the bold forester and all its wonderful staff for an excellent Christmas lunch, the food was excellent and lizzy and her staff went out of their way to make the day absolutely perfect well done lizzy and staff keep up the good work Yours faithfully Tony prothero

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Anthony Richard Prothero . 2023-12-25

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Great place had great time 🍺🍺🍺🎄❄️

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Danny Omara . 2023-12-22

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Christmas lights are up and the best looking pub on Albert Road.

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L H . 2023-11-16

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Yummy food, lots of beer choices - lovely staff! Tasty vegan choices!

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Steve Mayne . 2023-11-16

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Great public house with great beer food and staff always polite respectful Thursday night they have an open mic run by the very talented Jordan mills

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Pompeys Batman David Webb . 2023-11-09

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Not been in here for a while, but after a busy weekend working we thought we would pop in to grab a bite to eat. Seems they had ran out of a lot which was fine as discussed when ordering. Chicken wings came out meant to be coated in hot sauce and asked for extra hot sauce on the side(didn’t mind paying) they was dry and was just like eating normal roast chicken, and no pot of hot sauce as they used the last putting on our wings. Which seem to have none on anyway. Trio of chips, all came out cold, 2 of the 3 was wrong sauces and 1 came out was meant to be sweet potato but done normal fries instead, had to wait a further 10 minutes for them to come. Service, no knife/ forked brought out, asked for tissues as again none brought out… went away and forgot, started to serve people until I went and asked for some. Then brought out what we needed (food nearly finished, from what we actually eat) Left a fair bit and left as it was shocking, wasn’t even busy. Will not be going back any time soon.

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Rich Hayward . 2023-11-05

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Couple of pints after the Kings 🥳👌🏼

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Drew . 2023-10-27

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We had beer, good service and a nice place.

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Richard MARTÍNEZ . 2023-10-16

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Apart from drunks fighting what can I say not again

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alan fry . 2023-10-02

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Good atmosphere, nice garden, drinks are a little expensive.

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gary skipper . 2023-09-24

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Came down for the open mic night last week with my partner and there was some amazing local artists that played Will be back tonight to listen again as atmosphere was so good last time

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Tim F . 2023-09-21

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We had a bite to eat and a few drink in the beer garden. The food was good. I was drinking Neck Oil, which is OK for a mainstream pub.

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Daniel Blount . 2023-09-17

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Good selection of alcohol and large garden. Probably won't come back for the roast dinner as I have had better elsewhere.

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Rachael . 2023-09-17

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Always a loud and rowdy pub on a Fri/Sat night. Average prices. I've had the roast before and half of it tasted microwaved. Thought I'd give it another go. Went in and I was the only person waiting at the bar then a group of 4 walked in and the barman served them first. Bit annoying. If you prefer a personal experience then visit nearby Fawcett Inn or Phoenix they are better pubs.

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Ash . 2023-09-14

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As always a great time here definitely best fish and chips in southsea. Massive thankyou to Brayden, amazing service,friendly,attentive and very kind. Don't lose him guys. Cheers all of you, Jackie and Stu. Xx

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jackie . 2023-09-13

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Love this place, lovely beer garden, entertainment on this particular Saturday was spot on!!

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Denva Pierre . 2023-08-29

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Couldn't speak for the food but if it's as good as their service then it should be absolutely amazing!

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Billie Desire . 2023-08-26

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Ordered our food at about 2.45pm , Bradon took the order but did not inform us the chef was on his break, we waited for an hour and asked what the hold dup was and then he informed us that the chef was now back, we waited until 4.10 pm and got our money back , very disappointed , tea machine was also out of action , very poor service . Wont be going in there again

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michaelbV1000VE . 2023-08-25

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Well what can I say the previous management charlie and kaycee turned this pub around to make it a great place to eat and drink however not even 1 year later it's gone downhill popped in to have lunch and sat waiting 45 minutes later enquired about the food and was told the chef was on his break why didn't the barman tell us that when we ordered, we then waited another 30 minutes and still no food so we asked for a refund and left hungry. Real ale was served cloudy. No apology. Frankly the place is a joke talk about a turnaround I think the previous managers would cringe if they saw it now .we certainly won't be back and we're all locals

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eddietJ5769YY . 2023-08-25

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Has a great afternoon with my friend, the staff was excellent as was the food and service. Will definitely be going back.

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Andrew Jones . 2023-08-25

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Dined here this evening and the quality of the food was excellent, restaurant quality food. 2 adults, 2 children and 2 grandparents, food enjoyed by us all. Will definitely return here when we are next visiting from Dublin

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ingrid evans . 2023-08-12

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Great friendly atmosphere. Staff friendly and happy to help. I had the pie and chips which was delicious and alot of filling and gravy inside. The onion rings were really good also. The Mac and cheese maybe a little small but we were really happy with our food and drink and all round experience. Highly recommend

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Charline Wong . 2023-08-02

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Poor food, expensive beer. Slow service. Recommend Macdonald's.. sorry

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Edvinas S . 2023-08-01

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Lovely pub and a great atmosphere food was delicious, managed to speak to the manager Lee who was really helpful and welcoming we will 100% be coming back here.

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Robbie R . 2023-07-30

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Great 👍 food Great and service . Reasonably priced.

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Richard Barker . 2023-07-28

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Food was reasonably priced and good value for money. Staff are helpful and friendly team.

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Keith Ayres . 2023-07-19

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A traditional pub. Bring more like this back .

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Scott Thomas Smith . 2023-07-18

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Gorgeous beer garden and friendly staff had some great food here too! Had live music on that made the atmosphere fantastic!

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575braydenb . 2023-07-13

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Came on a busy Saturday night, food was just as lovely as the staff and the vibe was immaculate. Would recommend to anyone!!!

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BeatsByBoodif savage . 2023-07-02

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Good choice of drinks, friendly bar staff, good garden, with loads of sitting and music! Haven't eaten in yet but will give it a go next time ! 🍻

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Rafael Paula . 2023-06-28

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Pre booked busy early Saturday evening glad we did. Good selection of ales and friendly service with a smile. Food was good, tasty and price on par with other outlets. Service was swift and my cold fries very quickly replaced with no quibble. Overall good pub well located on A27 with off road parking. Worth a visit as also good garden seating area back and front.

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IH2016 . 2023-06-20

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Came here for a bite to eat and a drink. Had some starters and a pie for main. Healty portions and tasty too. Couldn't fault the food and service, the staff were smiley and kind. Would come again.

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Sam Capp . 2023-06-20

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Nice place for a beer and a bite, unfortunately we had the misfortune of the chef leaving after we had ordered which meant food took 2 hours to arrive and with little ones who were hungry it wasn't great, food was of good quality and we did enjoy what we had. Other than that I would recommend and I would be willing to give this pub another chance as I've heard it's a great place to eat. Garden was of nice size with plenty of seating

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Calvin L . 2023-06-07

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The staff were lovely and the food was great.

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Amber Dadswell . 2023-06-06

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Good pub food. Friendly staff Good beer

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Peter Carrington . 2023-05-23

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Ordered 5 sharing plates,awful,Waited an hour for the food to arrive, it was early afternoon and there was only 6 people at the most in the pub,sausages weren't cooked and had so much mustard poured on them could not eat them,,prawns were not cooked and the lettuce was so limp it was awful ,2 Dishes out of 5 were Edible, very disappointed wont be ordering food from there again.🤬

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Lesley Warren . 2023-05-22

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Nicely furnished pub with a cosy feel. Usual mix of GK ales. The GK app makes ordering drinks and food easy.

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Steve Hyson . 2023-05-14

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Fine pub, friendly staff, nice interior, but they were always out of the beer I wanted to drink. Also on Saturday the music was both loud and terrible.

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ffiinnrroodd I . 2023-05-10

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Nice in the garden, friendly staff much nicer than it use to be

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Fiona Nicholas . 2023-05-04

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Georgia and Farida were so kind in ensuring that we had a lovely pint - thank you so much girls!

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louisamarie7 . 2023-05-01

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Always a good Saturday night in the Bold. Love abit of live music and always feel welcome.

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marion wilson . 2023-05-01

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Unfortunately they weren't serving any cocktails otherwise the entertainment was good and nice atmosphere. Pub was clean and security were friendly 🙂

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Lauren Derrick . 2023-04-04

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Been here a few times now and this visit we had a meal, shared the small plates as starters and four different mains. No complaints we all enjoyed the meals and will be going back . Friendly staff, good atmosphere and good outdoor space .

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Hazel Thomas . 2023-03-27

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Lovely fish and chips, quick service nice and hot. Great friendly staff. Nice atmosphere. Would definitely go again.

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M7619TVcaroler . 2023-03-16

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Great atmosphere pricy but love it there

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Adrian Wells . 2023-03-04

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Such a good find, very relaxed, comfy seating, good food.

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Jon Johnson . 2023-02-28

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Was a nice place had a nice feel and atmosphere

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Emma Jane Harris . 2023-02-26

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Had my 60th birthday here was a lovely surprise and a lovely place to be. Manager and staff were lovely, great atmosphere and drinks reasonably priced, food was lovely and everything taken care of, thanks Lee and all staff. We will be back.X

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penguins001 . 2023-02-25

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Been in few times with my friend great for drinks not eaten in here yet .

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Carla cox . 2023-02-24

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This pub is a comfortable place to have a delicious meal and relax with a pint. The fish and chips are excellent! We will definitely be back.

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Carol-Ann C . 2023-02-21

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Great food and atmosphere, friendly clientele.

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Ade Holland . 2023-02-06

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Only had a drink here but staff helpful and pleasant

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Stephen House . 2023-02-05

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The staff are amazing and attending to your needs. Food is amazing. Can’t fault them at all.

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Georgia Sanders . 2023-01-24

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Excellent little pub in the heart of southsea! Friendly staff, great drinks and they love dogs! Tried their new menu and it was spectacular. We had 3 of their mix and share plates for £13 as we didn't fancy full meals and the kaarage sticky chicken was incredible. The blonde lady behind the bar was very keen recommend a gin she thought I'd like and wow, she knocked it out of the park! Definitely recommend will be coming back soon!

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Lizzy Davey . 2023-01-24

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Here with family had some great dishes thanks to Dave!!!

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Caroline McGowan . 2023-01-21

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Lovely pub with great staff and a fantastic atmosphere!! Will definitely be visiting again soon, food great too!

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343braydenb . 2023-01-10

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Lovely meal of chicken wings in Korean barbacue sauce,house fries and side salad

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Victoria Daynes . 2023-01-07

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Very inviting pub, gorgeous food unlike any other greene king I've been to. Bar staff very friendly too. 5*

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Fran Scowen . 2023-01-06

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Had a wonderful Christmas day meal with the family. Were friendly & attentive. Food was amazing & all 3 courses were generous sizes. Fantastic price & will be booking again next year :)

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Nicky Hayes . 2022-12-26

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This was the Best meal I had in years. 20 out of 10 BRILLIANT meal and the Staff were excellent many Thanks for a fantastic BRILLIANT Day 👏 WOW AMAZING THANKS

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R6945IVstuartg . 2022-12-25

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Had a wonderful Christmas day meal with the family. Were friendly & attentive. Food was amazing & all 3 courses were generous sizes. Fantastic price & will be booking again next year :)

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Nickydachick . 2022-12-25

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Farida is lovely, credit to the business really nice and good energy! Had a great Christmas Eve!!!

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Actually Merlin Vintage . 2022-12-24

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had the 5 sharers for £22.00 were amazing we loved the cod and sticky chicken cooked by the chef steve lovley mate ,

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josiebY9269EO . 2022-12-21

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Friendly service. Nice and warm environment. Guiness was good

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Gary Barnes . 2022-12-21

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