Subway Portishead in North Somerset

The staff were all lovely but it was slow service Th food was lovely Very nosiey

Super. Food was really tasty, the staff were very friendly and efficient in spite of it being very busy.

Great restaurant, lovely staff. Came here for a 70th birthday and the staff were brilliant. Food was great too

Lovely lunch with friends super food served by friendly polite staff will definitely be back.

No one tied their hair back or wore a hat. I had a long hair in my salad roll, which was disgusting. There’s not more I can say but never returning.

Evening birthday celebration for 12 friends. Food, service and atmosphere all spot on, thank you Aqua.

Food average not hot. Service slow.

I've been to Aqua several times and I always enjoy the experience. The food is really good and I find that there is a good level of service from the staff. It's a lovely place to go for dinner, but on a nice sunny day you can also enjoy a drink outside with some appetizers / starters. Definitely recommend if you're in Portishead looking for food around the marina.

Ella was a great hostess and made sure we had everything we needed. Really friendly and attentive too! The food was fantastic

Quality dinning experience - Ella was amazing, really helpful and excellent service

Loved it, great food, great service. Definately going back when I'm next in the area. Update 3.7.22 - absolutely amazing again. Thanks goes to Ben and the team 🎉

Thanks Ella for looking after us today so well.

As always, our favourite happy place amazing oysters

One of the best Sunday roasts I’ve ever had in a beautiful location. The meats, potatoes and vegetables were all cooked to perfection. Big thanks to Shem who looked after us :)

Impromptu visit for dinner late March - particularly impressed with the managers effortless service. Will return on the back of his attentiveness. Thank you.

really 'buzzing' atmosphere, we really liked what we had. friendly place, able to just turn up when not peak periods. Dog friendly in Conservatory, with plenty of heaters.

Great service from Izzy our waitress and food was wonderful. We had chicken ceasar salad and fish an chips and both were superb

We had a lovely late lunch at Whiteladies Road served by Gemma. It was very busy but we were looked after brilliantly. Would highly recommend Aqua and Gemma was lovely, a real credit to the restaurant.

Walked in for breakfast, service was very slow. Quick to take a drinks order but it took over 20 minutes for two coffees to arrive. Food was ok, avocados on toast a little let down due to being guacamole on toast rather than fresh. Watch out on your bill, the coffees are more expensive than the menu states!

Great meal, I have been here a number of times and the food and the service is consistently good in my experience. Super friendly staff, great, fresh food, cooked well. The menu has some lovely choices. Friendly waiting staff and super attentive manager/front of house.

Excellent eve and excellent service from JoJo

Lovely place and staff. Great food 😋 worth a visit.

I come to Aqua often and every time i go it is amazing, very friendly staff and food is excellent. No complaints i really recommend. I don’t usually review places but i think i will start to as they deserve it. Thankyou

Very average, overall quite unimpressed. The £16 burger comprised two thin overcooked burgers, not very tasty nor succulent. Restaurant was cold as staff kept leaving front door open. Service was very slow considering it was a Tuesday night and restaurant was fairly quiet. Don’t think a return visit is on the cards.

Absolutely amazing, cannot fault whatsoever ever the welcoming energy was next to nothing highly recommended, and what more can you ask for near the water decent spots to view and take in

Attended a family birthday Wednesday evening which was very disappointing, Service was very slow and not attentive .some drinks and meal orders were missed, all this for 10% service charge? and the restaurant was not full.food wasn't great I had a £29 overcooked ribeye steak and chips which came without any garnish . Wife had an overcooked greasy fish and chips. we left the party early as I didn't want to complain and spoil the birthday party for the others .later other party members said they had the same experience .

The second visit in a week food and service is amazing. Thank you, Jo, and your team. Great evening. You certainly are an asset to the business. Keep up the great work Keep look forward to coming back.

Just an amazing place to eat and meet friends. Superb choice for kids and adults. Choice of eating inside, or outside( with covers, rugs for the lap, and heating. Dog friendly outside.

I didn’t get to eat here but in a state of emergency, I stopped by to ask for help and the staff couldn’t have been more empathetic and kind and I honestly owe a lot to them. I didn’t get their names but if you were working there 10/2 at around 1am, from the bottom of my heart - thank you, from the crazy lady who gatecrashed your closing shift <3

Delicious food and really accommodating!

Brilliant food and exceptional service.

Service was outstanding and the food was pretty good only spoilt by the fact the room was very loud. The acoustics must be bad or something but it was almost unbearable.

Had a very enjoyable Christmas menu lunch, with 7 friends. The food was excellent, as was the service. The staff were very attentive and polite. Would highly recommend.

Very nice Xmas meal. Cauliflower cheese was outstanding. Nice friendly staff.

We had the most incredible dining experience at Aqua in Portishead today! From start to finish, everything was exceptional. We started with the pork belly bites, sticky bao buns and squid, which were all bursting with flavor—especially those bao buns, which were absolutely to die for. For mains, the fillet steak and seafood linguine were perfectly cooked and beautifully presented. To top it off, the desserts were divine: the sticky toffee pudding was indulgent and rich, while the crème brûlée was silky and perfectly caramelized. The staff were amazing and made our evening even more special. A special shout-out to Jojo and Harrison, as well as the rest of the team, for their outstanding service and warm hospitality. It was an unforgettable experience, and we can’t wait to come back again soon. Aqua Portishead has truly set the bar high—thank you for a wonderful evening!

I made the mistake of assuming that Aqua was just another chain restaurant.. It lacks a little charm due to its modern building and tented frontage. However, this is more than made up for by the warm and friendly service and good food. We all had various starters, Sunday roasts and desserts. All the food was excellent as were the cocktails and mocktails. There bitter was canned but at least it was local and quality and probably better than drinking something that's been sat about. Slightly miffed that despite asking if the 'set Sunday menu' was available and then ordering from it, that we were charged full price as we were outside of set meal times. However, given the service and food (especially the freshness of the veg) we still felt it was good value. The kids meals were of exceptional value and quality. This made a real difference as they are often overlooked. We had a lovely time and will definitely come again.

Lovely place on the harbour side, great food and atmosphere and the service from Flo & Christine was amazing

Online reservation didn't work, but they found a table for us anyway. Busy night so the service was a little slow, but overall they were very friendly and helpful. Food was top notch and I ended up eating too much!

Only came across this place for breakfast as Wetherspoons kitchen was closed. Didn't realise they did breakfast. Food was really good quality, and it shows in the price. The staff were really welcoming and couldn't be more accommodating. Will definitely use again

What a lovely dinner! Attentive service, nice wine, steak cooked to perfection and tasty creme brulee. Will be coming back 👌

Great food nice staff good service as always the guises from Somerset

It was our first wedding anniversary, and Jo-Jo couldn't have been more accommodating. She was amazing! Food was fabulous 👌 and we also had a special anniversary treat 😋 thank you

Service unfortunately slow, we had to follow up on drinks ordered

Excellent Sunday roast, roast beef was 5* and great value for money

Went for Sunday lunch and the food and service were excellent. They were great with my young niece and nephews.

The reception and attention to service given by Shem and Asia was outstanding. So refreshing to find a restaurant not cutting corners with food quality or competency of staff. All our dishes - the pork belly, olives, sea bass, and lamb shank were superb - We will be back!

Food was fantastic. The service was slow, but it was Saturday and really busy. Would defo go back

What a brilliant experience! Daisy & Jojo were amazing hosts, alongside the rest of their team. Food was yummy & the scallops appetiser were incredible! If you’re in Portishead, you need to visit Aqua. Right on the marina, the staff are extremely friendly with a relaxed yet professional approach. Quality & quantity of food was superb. Highly recommended! Thank you, Aqua. See you again soon.

Went for a birthday meal, service was excellent, we ordered the ribeye steak and they got our steaks mixed up but they fixed the issue quickly, food came quick and the food was really great! Was a little pricey but worth it. However £10ish for a gin and tonic for my partner I thought was a bit steep. Definitely would go back for the food and service - they do add a service charge which is not mentioned / advertised at all and we did ask to take it off however this is no reflection to the service as they were excellent.. we just do not agree with American tipping culture when it’s “forced” but they did remove it at our request with no issue. Probably would have tipped if the service charge wasn’t automatically added. Again this is no reflection of the service as the girls were excellent.

We spent a very enjoyable afternoon at Aqua in the sunshine by the water today for a 'big birthday'. Our party's age range spanned almost 60 years and some niche dietary requirements and preferences, yet the great variety in the menu ensured everyone found 'just the thing' for them. Our food -both mains and dessert- was delicious and beautifully presented; we knew it would be, as two members of the group had enjoyed a gorgeous lunch at Aqua the day before and recommended it as a result! What really made the afternoon 'pop' was the fantastic service we received. We so appreciated the kind attention to detail; from the thoughtful meet-and-greet as I tentatively loitered outside, and the easy allocation of preferred seating, to a myriad nice touches throughout our meal; the team at Aqua made top-notch hospitality look heartfelt and effortless and ensured my birthday celebration was very memorable for all the right reasons. Special thanks to Meghan whose great 'can-do' attitude and responsive ownership of our dining experience felt like a warm hug. My daughters are already asking when we can come back...

Stylish, good food and great service! Our waitress, Ellie, was amazing.

Great restaurant, great food 😀 I recommend the chicken breast and steak. Price-wise, not like at the Polish seaside 🤣

Lovely food and service was good

Located at the marina. There was some building work being done next door which hampered some of the views. Extensive menu and the food was good. The service was very good!

Great little place for food and drink. If in the area would definitely go again.

Absolutely delicious! We came here for lunch after having gone wedding dress shopping and the team could not have been more lovely! The food and service was incredible and the weather simply perfect, so much so we sat outside and enjoyed the sunshine!

Amazing staff always happy to help

Nice food good service lively atmosphere

★★★★★ Sunday lunch at Aqua in Portishead isn't just a meal; it's a coronation. Firmly ensconced as the premier restaurant in Portishead, Aqua's unrivaled position on the marina, coupled with its indoor and outdoor dining options, gives it a majestic edge over all comers. This is the place where you go to see and be seen, where the scenery is as delectable as the dishes. The menu is a veritable odyssey of culinary delights, but it’s on a Sunday that Aqua truly comes into its own. Their 1, 2, or 3 course options are a masterstroke of flexibility. Whether you wish to make a swift beeline for the main event as we did, or languish in the sunshine over a languorous, multi-course feast, Aqua has you covered. Now, let’s talk about the pièce de résistance: the roast sirloin of beef. It arrives at the table in all its glory, bathed in rich, dark gravy that hints at untold hours of simmering. The roast potatoes are the very definition of fluffy perfection, while the accompanying vegetables are no mere sideshow. The cauliflower cheese is decadently creamy, the red cabbage offers a tangy counterpoint, and the carrots bring a sweet, earthy balance. And then, of course, there’s the Yorkshire pudding – a towering testament to all that is grand and good about British cuisine. Service at Aqua is impeccable, effortlessly blending efficiency with friendliness, ensuring that every visit feels like a special occasion. In a town brimming with dining options, Aqua is the undisputed champion, the number one spot for a Sunday lunch that feels as special as the setting. So, if you find yourself in Portishead on a Sunday, there really is only one place to be. Aqua: where the food, the service, and the setting combine to create an experience that’s truly in a league of its own.

We really enjoyed the views, the food was beautifully presented and very tasty apart from the mussels in the seafood linguine which were slightly gritty. We had lovely wine and great desert wine too. Really recommend the scallops starter and the beef Ragu main, and the botrytis desert wine was delicious.

What an amazing Sunday roast they do here. The pork with crackling is amazing. Special mention to our waiter Brandon who was so attentive and friendly. 10/10

Enjoyed my meal but it was just warm. Could & should have been hotter. I did not ask for it to be reheated, but sure it would have been done. Overall pleasing.

Been here a handful of times and the concensus is that there's plenty of emphasis on appearance but no emphasis on taste. One for the show ponies.

Great food, great service and great atmosphere! Pizzas were fantastic and the staff were great too

We went early in the evening on a Thursday. Wonderful place just at the top of the marina, with indoor and outdoor seating. Very friendly staff, who are very welcoming and accommodating to requests. Service was quick and the food came quickly. Freshly cooked, high quality ingredients. Delicious food. Great restaurant to visit if you are in the area.

Faultless food & service and in a very pleasant location. Will be back when next in the area. A very different sort of menu but we oved the food

Nice atmosphere, very good, competent, smiling staff, delicious food and very good regional beer.

Popped in there last week and had the extremely good value fixed set lunch menu, staff very helpful for small tweaks, steak was tasty, polite helpful service, great choice of wines and atmosphere, Highly recommend

The pizza was delicious, all the kids finished everything. Lovely staff and great atmosphere too. Thanks 👍

Had a surprise birthday dinner here today, one of many birthdays we hace celebrated here. Perfect food, fantastic decor and atmosphere. Real shout out to all staff and host, giving some wonderful special touches to make it a fantastic celebration! Thank you all so much

2014 update - regretfully last few visits have been plagued by slow service, particularly in mornings. Staff so not seem as attentive and numerous as they used to be. (Historic) - A lovely location, well laid out with lovely indoor out outdoor seating, ample free parking nearby as well. Large, varied menu with great breakfast options - staff are typically helpful and attentive. Prices are moderate to high for most things, and the coffees are of a pathetically small size - but otherwise its a good place for a nice meal out.

Lovely food, service and atmosphere. Awesome pizzas!

Had a beautiful meal there today

Had a really great meal here tonight. The food was absolutely delicious, perfectly cooked and beautifully presented. The service was exceptional. Well done

Read the reviews, and were a little sceptical, but the place seemed to have a good Saturday night vibe. The server from South Africa was wonderful and recommended the Cod supreme, which was fabulous. My fiancée's zucchini were over battered, and she offered to have them re made, but everything else was top notch. Fabulous, bright witty staff, from the dapper Maître d' downwards. We will definitely return.

Fabulous staff, charming, witty and professional. Food exceeded our expectations: especially asparagus starter and the wonderful Cornish cod supreme. Thank you!

The staff was courteous and professional. However, I am writing to express my dissatisfaction with the quality of the coffee I was served. The milk was excessively hot, and the flavour of the coffee was subpar and unacceptable.

Excellent food and service. The restaurant is very loud and echoey when busy. Could do with partitions or some eiling baffles to absorb some of the sound.

Brandon was amazing kept the drinks flowing and made my experience the best I've ever had, he deserves all the tips and a pay rise!!!

We had such amazing service from Brandon! He was so friendly, attentive and just really great at his job. He made our experience amazing so we would definitely return! Thank you so much.

I ordered a Carne Pizza & it was delicious

Went there today. Food was OK but very expensive and waitress kept dropping the cutlery as she went back to kitchen. And that was for every table she served? And it wasn't busy god help patrons on a busy day!!! Promise high and deliver low is not a good thing? You don't live up to the hype . It'll be spoons next time in Portishead

Great food, great atmosphere, great decor, great location, great staff, great service and superb value for money .... Sunday gets extremely busy. Staff are rushed off their feet. The staff serving behind the bar could do with a full time glass cleaner so it will free up the bar staff so they can concentrate on making those delicious cocktails... Every time they have to spend time cleaning the glasses that's one less cocktail for the customer :)

Coffee order incorrect, food was cold and the restaurant door was left open for a long while on a 3 degreeC day causing a cold blast throughout. Never to be repeated.

To be fair, a Monday lunchtime was never going to be busy. Food pretty good and good value. Service pretty average; one waitress v.good, one not really.

It's overpriced for what it is, and a service charge really

Absolutely lovely place great views of the Marina. Staff really polite and food was excellent 👌

Expensive! 50-60 pounds per person easily. Bad "fried" chicken wings. Good Filet steak. Tips are added to bill automatically which is really NOT done! Would not visit again.

Superb, excellent staff attitude, service and breakfast. Nothing was too much trouble. Professional but relaxed and welcoming.

Beautiful food, great service, lovely people

Went with my mum, sister's, son and daughter in law for Christmas get together. Had a very nice evening the food was very nice and the waitresses were very kind helpful and lovely. Definitely will be going back

I met a friend for lunch at Aqua today. We ordered fried squid which was listed on the menu as a "small plate" and was £8.50. The server said it was a starter but we could have a larger portion as a light lunch if we liked. When it came it covered half of a medium sized plate and was accompanied by just a bit of garlic mayonnaise. I could not believe it when we got the bill - £39.93!!! All we had to drink was tap water and one tonic water. Unfortunately I didn't take a picture and didn't have time to dispute the bill. Will not be going back though - a complete rip off.

Good food, good service.... sort that draughtly front door out though!

We had breakfast here and the service was absolutely amazing. The food was tasty and well presented. The place has a warm and welcoming atmosphere and nice views over the water and some of the boats.

I'm lucky to live close to Aqua and get to go here often. The staff take a lot of pride in their service and are always wonderful, 10/10 service. The food, atmosphere, and cocktails are great, I recommend the cosmopolitan!

Good food and service at a quiet time. Quite pricey though

Wow! It was absolutely devine. I had the fillet steak and my partner had the duck. We both thought they were delicious. I would highly recommend this place and will try to come back again for a Sunday roast

I love Aqua! Their welshback restaurant is excellent, along with their sister brand, Aqua Grande Cafe. This food was equally as good. I went with some friends. Lovelyvmeal and drinks. Bfd X

Absolutely amazing place. Incredible staff, fantastic food, we’ve binned everywhere else off in Portishead because we just love it here!!! ❤️❤️❤️

A very pleasant early evening meal with the family