The Seahorse, Gosport in Gosport

Having a joint 17th birthday party with friends, we anticipated a great evening, but sadly just left deflated. Let’s start with the positives. We had a new server who was really good and management were pro active in giving her guidance. 1 star. Decor , ambiance & staff, 1 star. They had decorated the table with the banner/balloons we provided. 1 star As it was a birthday they comped 2 main courses.1 star. Negatives 2 of us had prawn cocktail both of which the prawns were warm (and no brown bread.) We all know this is a classic and it is that for a reason, don’t muck around with it. It doesn’t need it (minus a star for warm prawns with salad and no brown bread). One of our party had an Halloumi burger, and to say disappointing is an understatement. The smallest amount of cheese they could possibly serve. We brought this to the manager’s attention who agreed that this wasn’t acceptable and took it back to the kitchen. Now I hear you say surely that is a plus… but wait! They brought it back out as originally plated up and told that the chef didn’t want this to go cold so fresh cheese would be brought out . So we were still in plus territory here, until the thinnest slice of cheese that could possibly have been sliced was presented. Minus 2 stars for skimping in the first place and second for the insulting addition. Onion rings that were served to all (6 out of 8 diners) who had burgers , were over cooked and full of grease minus 1 star Now the bill, as I say they did comp the 2 mains but we were charged £1 for a slice of bread (that was to go with a Camembert starter shared That needed more toasted bread) and what came out was a slice of Mother’s Pride with the crust cut off!! Minus 1 star The Sauvignon Blanc was moderate mid shelf supermarket wine from Tesco, I know I buy it too! But don’t expect it it at inflated restaurant prices. Yes I know all restaurants do this but at least serve nice wine! Minus 1 star And not to reduce the bill of the poor Halloumi burger (£13.50 !!) minus 1 star Overall - it is such a shame when local pub/restaurants try too hard to be more than what they can deliver. All they will do is make a fool out of you once.

Great food and service will definitely go again staff very friendly couldn’t do enough for us was busy as well with people having food and drinks

Terrible . My granddaughters pasta was coated in oil and barely warm . Awful . Our fish and chips £15 , so few chips . Peas were cold . Very poor value for money . Won’t be coming again . Just a grim looking place , with grim food !

Plesently surprised at a great meal with super staff. Looks a bit unassuming from the outside however, very tasteful on the inside. Sea bass was very good as were the pizzas.

Had a great meal tonight with friends The staff where polite quick and helpful bright lively pub Food was hot and not a long wait for it to arrive The best burger in Gosport was a comment from one off our party Highly recommend give it a try next time in Hampshire

Friendly & helpful Staff. Menu had plenty of choices. We were a very large group of Ladies out to enjoy. Food arrived in good time, was hot tasty & plentiful. So many different choices and all delivered in good time. Thank you.

We chose this venue to host my father’s wake. I was overwhelmed by the service. They went above and beyond to make the process as easy as possible for my siblings and I. They set up my decorations/photos etc which was all dropped off more than 24hrs before the event, they allowed us to have the whole area to ourselves, the food was delicious and plentiful (we went for a hot pot of chilli and a veggie chilli too with all the trimmings. We also took our own speaker and streamed our favourite songs for Dad. The team were all amazing and made our event so special. Would highly recommend. Thank you to Kat and her Team xxxx

Having previously criticised the Seahorse after our vist on mother's day, I recieved a sincere apology from the owner and a generous goodwill gesture. We revisited for a three course meal this weekend and what difference. The service and food were excellent. We all had different choices from thecmenu and loved every course. We will definitely be visiting again soon.

What an extremely disappointing visit to the The Seahorse we've just had. We booked a few weeks ago, but there appeared not to be a table reserved for us - we were seated at one of the tall bar tables. Had to ask for menus. Our order was taken and the waitress eventually came back to tell us there was an item unavailable (camembert). Then she returned to tell us something else was unavailable (steak). Meanwhile another table were advised that everything they had ordered was unavailable. They then walked out. Our waitress then returned for a third time to tell us that the item we had ordered to replace the steak was unavailable (beef for burgers). We decided to come home and order a takeaway after paying for an expensive round of drinks. What a disappointment on Mother's Day. You'd think of all days, with all the bookings you had, you would be prepared and have stock of everything on your (not particularly varied or interesting) menu. What a shame. We won't be back.

Really great Sunday lunch. Very generous portions and appeared to be all home cooked. The yorkies were definitely worth going back for. Staff all lovely and friendly. Will definitely return.

The food at the seahorse was very nice but the drinks were very expensive. £9. 80 a large glass of merlot. Should have had a bottle at £24. Didn't know cost until bill received.

The new owners have turned this venue back into the pub it used to be many years ago , the atmosphere is alive again they are listening and noticing the customers needs, we have had two large meals here recently one a private function and one a large family Roast, Kat and the team couldn't have listened to our needs better , Rachel was outstanding with checking our requirements for our Function. Thank you for your great service and hopefully you continue to grow the way you are

I booked a wake at The Seahorse. I liaised with Rachel throughout via email and also popped in for a drink and to pay ahead of the function. Rachel was tremendously responsive and made the whole experience so much easier. The price for food was the best I had found in the area, and on the day we had more than we needed with some extras thrown in. Staff were very attentive. I'd highly recommend.

I called in for a pint and some food. The staff were most helpful and friendly, the Guiness was as it should be and the food (I had the Sea Bass) was very well presented and delicious.

We decided to stop at this delectable looking establishment for lunch, it provided an encouraging atmosphere and intriguing menu. We decided on the roast and two burgers, all the food was exquisite and an adventure for the taste buds. Would recommend to anyone looking for a tasty tipple.

I don’t often take time out to review but I felt this was needed. We decided to come to the seahorse for my mums birthday and being a Sunday we all opted for the roast. We were all very impressed with every aspect of the...

Quick service .great food had the Cajun chicken burger nice atmosphere ...pool table available

Waited over an hour for our food only for it to be awful. Chicken burger was dry, fish was gritty, chips were cold, everything was flavourless even the salsa tasted like tomato puree. Seemed like a decent enough place to have a drink but definately do not recommend going for food. Service was pretty bad as well, but pretty sure we had a new server so we don't hold the mistakes against them

Just in for a bottomless brunch I wouldn't recommend it. The service is very slow and not organised at all. They can't compete with others in the area. Not bottomless it is limited.

Amazing food. Best roast potatoes!

I had a burger and chips. The burger was overcooked and dry, and the bun was not fresh. Another member of the group had to send their fish back as it was v small compared to the others, the chef came out and replaced the dish with a much fuller fish though which was good. Service was slow (even though not many were dining at the time) and the drinks were missed until we re asked once the food arrived (oh and cutlery only was put out after all dishes arrived too, so we were all waiting for the slowest dish to arrive before anyone could eat). Condiments turned up 5 minutes after the food was given even though we asked a few times (7 people and only 1 ketchup tub arrived..enough for 2 people tops, and we asked for more once it was clear that was all was coming). The kids burgers were plain..literally a piece of chicken and a bun, no cheese, no sauce , nothing. Wasn't a good start either with the waitress telling us "a few" dishes were off due to a busy day..then listed over half the menu (was pretty much, fish and chips ,burgers and tagliatelle left) as being not available which meant half our party had to get something else. For the price (more expensive than a good gastro pub in outer London) it was a let down visit to Gosport for sure for me.

Last night myself and 5 friends attended the Seahorse for their inaugural Burns Night event. We were seated in a big horseshoe arrangement with about 30 other people which I really loved as you felt a real sense of unity and could have a good...

Booked a Burns night meal to be told they had booked us in for normal meal at 20.30. Paid in advance got money back which was a plus. Hadn’t had anything to eat and celebrate Burns night each year. But this was a first for going out, never again thanks Seahorse for spoiling our night out

Booking messed up by incompetent Staff, so can't comment on the food. Drinks are ok but overpriced. Not happy wasted evening, walked mile there and mile back home. quite happy not to go back.

Went with friends for lunch.Exceptional salmon fishcakes from starters and triple fried hand cut chips. Best fishcake I've had for years. Good varied menu, something for everyone. Table already laid with cutlery and water glasses. Very good service. Will definitely return.

Five of us were on our weekly tea and tiffin trip out to a local pub for lunch. We were seated in the bar although the restaurant was empty. Three of us ordered broccoli and Stilton pie with colcanon, one lady ordered spaghetti with meatballs. The pie was brought out with plain mash, no vegetables although the plate was half empty, the mash was also cold, we complained and was told they would let the chef know. The other dish of spaghetti was so dry and congealed the lady could only eat the meatballs. The only order which looked half decent was a bacon bagette. When we paid we were told they wouldn't charge us for our drinks, a cup of coffee each. 13.95 for a pie and cold mash. Not impressed, won't be going there again.

First meal here in ages Gorgeous food, piping hot great friendly staff and wonderful service.. definitely coming back for a Sunday roast

We came in for a roast,omg the roasts were amazing and the best around. A big thank you to the chef who accommodated my vegetarian choices and oh bot did you deliver. You should be so proud of your 3 wonderful front of house staff,they...

The lady serving was nice, but the food was a let down. They could have at least taken the pie out of the foil. This pub has obviously gone down hill, the pictures from previous posts look nice. It’s not what I experienced.

Had a lovely meal with my family. So refreshing to go for a meal with two little ones and feel you can relax. Food was quick and fresh! So good to see decent pub food at a reasonable price.

Awesome atmosphere with great value for money food. Food was fresh and the staff so accommodating and friendly. Love the fact it is family and dog friendly! Nice to see the changes thatvare coming.Will definitely be coming back !

I love this little pub. Very local to me but never disappoints. Sadly when the new owners took over the foods not been amazing. The staff are lovely everytime.

Booked in for the festive menu on a quiet Tuesday with friends to celebrate our anniversary. Well what can I say, we were greeted with very friendly & helpful staff & offered drinks in the bar first. The food. AMAZING! The mussels were soo good...

Enjoyed a festive lunch for a table of 8 today. I was umming and arring between 3 local eateries and opted for the Seahorse because of the choice in menu. I easily booked the table and paid a deposit a week or so before. Upon...

Enjoyed a festive lunch for a table of 8 today. I was umming and arring between 3 local eateries and opted for the Seahorse because of the choice in menu. I easily booked the table and paid a deposit a week or so before. Upon arrival, the table was beautifully laid out, with Christmas decorations and crackers, candles and a true Christmas atmosphere with festive music playing in the background. Because we had pre-ordered our food, once drink orders were received, our starters arrived. All of the selection had been well prepared, served precisely and tasted delicious. Our mains came along shortly after, and a few of the party had ordered steaks. They were presented beautifully and cooked to perfection. The onion rings and chips were heavenly, every item on the plate having its own flavour. The salmon was cooked beautifully, with a crispy skin and side dishes full of flavour. Of course we can't forget the Traditional Turkey roast. Succulent and extremely tasty. Dessert did not disappoint. Christmas pudding packed a punch with alcohol, the bread and butter pudding, like home made and the New York cheesecake and Trillion Tart did not disappoint. The service was excellent throughout, with the staff on hand to take more drink orders and clear the table. The Seahorse gave excellent value for money, within a beautiful setting, friendly staff and wonderful service. If I had to give a rting out of 10 it would be a worthy 10.5

Stopped here for quick lunch as working in the area. I ordered Nachos with cheese from the bar snacks menu. What a disappointment, it was awful!! Burnt dried out nachos which had turned like parchment paper! Service was questionable, I won't be back.

Visited mid week for dinner. Food was lovely and service great, the staff couldn't do enough for us. Hope to visit again soon.

Recently reopened, it was a quiet period on a Thursday afternoon, my cask ale was not great, and our table was sticky, which considering how quiet it was could only have been from previous night? Get the basics right and all is good, they haven't on this occasion and that isn't good enough. Wasn't impressed but perhaps a 1 off? Time will tell.

It was a bit quiet but got busier later. New management and very clean and tidy. The special was gammon steak, and it was excellent. Especially as it was under £10. The only down was the lack of ales. I guess they're finding out what sells. I'm sure I'll be back.

A great place for Friday evening drinks and a sharing board! Staff were lovely and prices reasonable. Will definitely be back.

After looking at previous reviews and photos of the roast dinner my partner and I were excited to visit. Unfortunately we were left bitterley disappointed. The meats (beef and chicken) were overcooked and dry with the beef looking like pre-cooked beef from a packet. The potatos were undercooked with them being very hard in the middle. In terms of stuffing we had one very small hard stuffing ball which looked like it had come from frozen. The runner beans were very soppy and overcooked. The only good part of the meal was the cauliflower cheese which was brilliant. The waitress was nice although inexperienced. They were missing the basics and didn't even offer condiments for the dinners. I had to go to the bar to ask for salt and pepper. When I raised our grievances with the waitress she said that she would tell the chef. There was no apology at all all or an offer of goodwill. My partner was chilly throughout the meal and had to wear her jumper over her shoulders. After comparing what we received to other photos, it appears that we got a much worse service. Overall we were left disappointed and will not be visiting again.

Very lovely pub only went with friends tonight for drinks, not food but have eaten hear would recommend both food and drinks.

After looking at previous reviews and photos of the roast dinner my partner and I were excited to visit. Unfortunately we were left bitterley disappointed. The meats (beef and chicken) were overcooked and dry with the beef looking like pre-cooked beef from a packet. The...

Wonderful roast lunch. Really helpful friendly staff couldn't do enough. Glad I took my wrap though it was a bit chilly. Beautiful and very clean throughout. Prices and menu good.

Barman not really interested. Didn't serve decent coffee. Could be a great pub but missing something. It's a shame. Very quiet. Didn't stay long

A clean friendly place, with inside and garden seating. Just a shame they don't do food apart from crisps and nuts which would certainly attract more custom being near Stokes Bay, depending of course on prices.

First time in here for about 30 years, not the same as then lost all atmosphere, solitary barman nice enough,

The management were unwelcoming and very rude. Please avoid. As my family and I were drinking at this establishment, we were approached my a bar staff member asking one of my family members for ID. She insisted that he looked underage and had to leave...

Management too busy gossiping about customers as opposed to helping staff members. Very unwelcoming.

went there recently for a wake the food was excellent the pub has a nice feel about it we were all made most welcome must go back under different circumstances and do another review :)

Bit pricey. Good sports pub with a fantastic quiz on a Monday night. No longer does food

Had a Sunday lunch here and I can say it’s one of the best roasts I’ve had at a pub, definitely recommend & can’t wait to come back

Having had a decent meal here previously when visiting. Chose to go there, was told only Booking was @ 17:30 as only 1 chef. We ordered medium rare steak ..1 was cooked Medium rare, the other more well done.. The waitress took it away, then came back a while later with another one supposedly medium rare.. On cutting into it was rare . I tried to eat a piece but too rare.. I told her I would have just the fries (also my friend had finished his meal before my replacement had arrived). We did have desert also.. On leaving and paying the bill - we were charged fully for my steak - very disappointed, no apologies offered!!

We came here for lunch. It was very quiet and there were only a few other people at the bar. We just had a light lunch but it was all okay. I had a good pint of beer and the wine list looked okay. The...

After a very disappointing family meal with a very long wait for food and when a very filpent waitress insisted that my sons meal was the vegan meal ordered when asked twice only to find out it was not after speaking with the manager, we...

I didn’t even want to give it 1 star. When you get blood running out of the Sunday lunch chicken, the explanation was he’d used a thermometer no apologies. Got another dinner with half of the ingredients not on the plate. All of the stuffing was stone cold. I’ve had beef cooked by a decent chef had it rare but a good vet could of done something with it, knives couldn’t cut through it. How it’s got 5 stars is beyond me. And for this we could have a sweet for nothing which we refused. After arguing they eventually let Us have money off. I don’t recommend this place to anyone!!

Waited half an hour for food... Food are out was not hot... Waiting staff could not be bothered manageress I think said she wasn't bothered but had to pay for drinks when I said we hadn't drink much of them we were made to pay...

The food was very tasty and hot. We were not rushed even though they were expecting a big party. Would definitely come again Thank you xxxxx

Lovely clean and friendly place only gave a 4 star as didn't eat only went in for drinks . But am planning on going one evening for a meal .hopefully make it a 5

Really nice food, and good beer (Goodens Gold, yum yum) very reasonably priced. Friendly bar staff and good service.

Table of 3 went for a Sunday roast dinner. Firstly we was disappointed with the slow service, then had our meals which was very small portions considering the price of the meal. To top if off our meal was luke warm and we had no...

Good was OK. Pricey for what it was. Nice drink selection

Serve a fantastic Sunday roast. Staff are very friendly and enthusiastic. Dog friendly, a must if you're in Gosport.

Sunday lunch. Cold plates and meat too undercooked for us but vegetables were al dente which is how we like them. Staff were polite and tried very hard to please.

I’m sure the food is lovely. Greeted with sarcasm when asked for a table for two. No menus on the table, server did not attend our table for the 20 minutes we were there. No indication on if you ordered at the bar or if someone came over. We only realised it was table service after another table had ordered taken. The reviews for the food look amazing, which is what brought us here.

Great food, attentive staff, accommodating for a young family. Strong recommend.

Before leaving a review I tried to get in contact with the seahorse. My message was ignored. I went in last week on crutches having snapped the ligaments in my ankle. I must admit I was quite shocked by the lack of a disabled toilet- something I have never really paid attention to before. Having finally managed to navigate the two doors to get into the toilet, I discover there is only 1 as the other was out of action. There is VERY little space in that toilet to even get in and shut the door with two able feet, let alone one and some crutches. I have no idea how other disabled people cope. I thought if my grandad, who still goes out in society and used to love coming to the seahorse, but now required assistance toiletting, wouldn't cope. There is no space for him and his limited mobility to get in a cubicle, let alone someone else. Secondly, whilst I was waiting for the single toilet, a younger girl who was working for you tonight came out of the toilet. She apologised for taking her time, and did not wash her hands as she left. Each to their own and perhaps she used alcohol gel when going back behind the bar, but on the way there she will have touched 3 handles with unclean hands in a place that serves food and drinks so I was pretty disgusted if I'm honest. I just wanted to raise these issues so you were aware, to give benefit of the doubt, as I know negative reviews can have such an effect. However, whilst I am on crutches (at least another 11 weeks), I'm not sure we will be able to return. This isn't the first poor experience we have had either. Between Christmas and new year we visited with friends from Australia, there were very few people in that day and food took nearly an hour to arrive. Service at the bar was also very slow- I stood waiting for 10 minutes at least before any staff showed up and was served by an unsmiling, unapologetic member of staff.

Well presented Sunday roast, very pleasant staff. I had the beef brisket special, lots of meat, very tender if a little dry, moistened by ample supplies of gravy.

I have visited this gastro pub on and off for many years and I have to say that on my last visit I had the most fabulous food I have had in a long time. The pub has managed to secure a new chef and...

Had my mums wake at the Seahorse. They opened the door early so we didn't freeze outside. They provided a great buffet and there was plenty of food to go round. Service was excellent.

Not great for vegan or allergies considering both have been around since the beginning of time.

Excellent food and friendly staff.

Lovely little pub, friendly staff, good drink prices.

Had to give one star to write the review...after a long walk with a disabled client we chose the seahorse for much needed refreshments...server came straight away to take or drinks order whilst standing over us waiting for food order..was very sullen when we asked her to give us a moment whilst we chose..she took ages so quicker to Google the pretentious sounding menu..since when did you pay a pound for cheese on an already overpriced burger ? Only suitable thing was fresh fish and chips..my partner is a fisherman ..under no circumstances was the fish fresh..we took that and my sandwich home for the foxes..landlady took off the price of a coffee whilst sounding rude and argumentative...menu was limited and over priced..after sharing with friends and hearing they've had similar experiences here...I'd advise you not to bother !!!!!

Visited for lunch. Limited menu but the usual pub classics are available. We had burgers which were well cooked and presented. The waiting staff were friendly, efficient and professional. Slightly above pricing but worth it for the well cooked food.

Fabulous roast dinner and great service. Highly recommend

Excellent Sunday roast... Friendly staff and some good ale too

Waited nearly 1 hour for meal after ordering. Appears not very clean, table very sticky. Quality of food poor. Don't think we will be going back here

Really lovely evening. The owners and staff couldn't do enough for you and the food was perfect...shall be returning definitely. Popped in for lunch today and as ever not disappointed.

Having eaten in a nearby restaurant, Pebbles, the experience at the seahorse was average. We were informed that there was only one chef on and thankfully only another table had booked that night. The sauce with the mussels was poor. The bacon could have been caramelised a little, as it was pale and unappetising, lacking flavour. The sauce was very liquid and overseasoned. It needed since reduction and then seasoned accordingly. The mussels were very small and loads of fractured shells, through damage or bring forced. I had no ill effects from the meal, but it sets me on edge when that is seen in the dish. An average experience, but for value x there are other nearby locations that are far better at the same price point.

Food was great, thought the drinks were quite expensive

Nice surroundings, very friendly staff and good food, good value

Food and service was not great. Took an hour for a food to come out . Need to also change the fat in the frier .

Good food..great size portions! Good atmosphere

We had a lovely meal in The Seahouse Bar and Grill and we are going for a Sunday roast on Sunday

Popped in for a couple of drinks, was a bit shocked that half a shandy and a medium Pinot was £9.15 so only stopped for the 1 round.

Good food, great ambience, dog friendly, nice patio. Menu is nicely varied. Free parking in lot outside.

Just popped in for a drink,sat outside which was lovely

Liked this place have visited a couple of times when in the area

Beautifully decorated pub and very clean with a lovely outside space. I had the highest expectations for food but sat down to look at the menu and felt seriously disappointed. Burgers, fish and chips and not much more. We ended up giving the menu back and just finished our drinks and left. Def worth a visit for a drink.

Called in for lunch with our grandchildren and our little dog, all of whom were made welcome. Unfortunately the light lunch menu wasn’t being offered so we had fish and chips rather than the sandwich we had hoped for We all enjoyed our food which...

Cracking pizza nite, fantastic tastes!

We all enjoy our meal very much. The service was friendly and fast. Highly recommend this establishment My rump steak was excellent and completely opposite to the one I had at Bobby's pizza restaurant in Stoke road

Great - delicious, freshly cooked food from Shaun, lovely staff and very welcoming atmosphere. Can't wait to come back!!

Amazing find. Limited menu but an excellent selection that means there is a good choice of starters, mains and deserts. Lots of seating inside and out, the outside seating has some under cover and comfortable tables/chairs. Friendly staff and no pressure, you can relax and enjoy the evening. I had the mussels, can highly recommend them as well as the calimari. Definitely on the list for a return visit!

Went here for birthday treat,to cut a very long story short meal took ages when it came it looked great till we turned the meats over burned to a crisp , burned side placed down so we couldnt see. didnt eat it and they told us not to pay but then didnt feel like going somewhere else so that was that, HAPPY BIRTHDAY !! althought the staff were nice.

We had a delicious family Sunday lunch and were made extremely welcome. Great service and friendly atmosphere. Thank you to all the staff, for a lovely afternoon.

Very nice and friendly pub. Staff were very friendly and made you feel welcome. Dog friendly pub. Plenty of outdoor seating. At the time of our visit the pub was very clean and tidy. Will visit again.

Lovely meal this evening with great service. Food was great as always xx

There was myself, my husband and we met 2 dear friends. Ate outside on the decking which has a wheelchair ramp (I use an electric wheelchair) and whilst there was no specific disabled bench table it was fine. The owner informed us they were making...