The best restaurants in Charles Dickens Portsmouth South East

It was my first visit today. I have been following them on instagram and their posts make the food look amazing. The look of the cafe is gorgeous, reminds me of Spain. Bright, open, airy space and at first it looks quite small but there is loads of seating. There is an upstairs floor, more seating up another flight or stairs and then a cute little garden if you fancy some quiet. Unfortunately today I had already had lunch but I did go for a cake. There was so much selection, at least eight different options which looked equally delicious. I opted for the coffee and walnut cake which I think is the moistest, most delicious cake I have had! I have never tried matcha before and on the menu there was some interesting sounding varities like pistachio. I chose raspberry ripple and the staff member was knowledgable and helpful when I asked for some advice on what to choose. The vibe is great and the staff are warm and happy. The speaker was a bit loud where I was sitting so I asked if it could be turned down and without skipping a beat she replied it was no problem and did it straight away. As you can tell from my glowing review, I will be returning many times!

The food was ok, but the service was embarrassingly slow. When we arrived there were 3 other tables with guests. We waited over 40 minutes for 12 pieces of sushi. Tasted fine but having waited that long, most food would! We then needed to wait another 20mins after that for fish and chips. Staff apologised for the delay and gave us copious tap water. Once food was served no one checked to see if we were ok or needed anything more. There are better places to go for a dinner of that standard.

When we arrived we were placed on a table that had a reserve sign on it, we asked if it was really okay and the server said yes. We were still eating our dessert when the server came back and told us to finish in 10-15 minutes as he needs the table back at 2pm. If they would have told us beforehand we would have understood and ordered only the dessert, which we came for. I personally think it was very rude and not professionally handled. We’re never coming back here. Food was okay. We came for the halo2 which needed more fruits.

Back in the day this would have been a smart establishment and it's trying to hold it's head high despite now facing a bus terminal. The signature main course was beef bourginon but despite being the first guests of the evening, there was none. We were about to leave but chose the Christmas turkey roast instead. Lucky we did because it was really very good

Had breakfast baguettes with coffee. Tasty and freshly prepared by a friendly member of staff. A welcome result having been let down by the premier inn breakfast!

Three ordered Pizzas. All were very good, especially the crust. I had the Italian Sub and it was supurb. The service was quick and responsive. Deffinently will go again.

Today I visited the southsea positive eats on Palmerston Road. From first entering to leaving the whole experience was brilliant. So fresh & clean in there and the girls working were so friendly and gave me advice in what to order etc. I had a boost juice & a build your own bowl which was so worth the price. All fresh ingredients and so much flavour. Will definitely be visiting again!

First time to this lovely little cocktail bar. Had first class service from Jody & Katie. Really fab cocktails - Old Fashioned & Tiramisu Espresso Martini. Would definitely recommend a visit here!!

This cafe is well named, its certainly a delight! The staff are alway happy and will go out of there way to accommodate you off menu orders. Special mention for the coffee and extra special mention for the service

En una calle de establecimientos muy mediocre este fue un hallazgo fantástico. Tranquilidad, buena comida, buen café y servicio amable. Yo recomiendo vivamente esta parada de café.

Visited Donner One twice on this trip to Portsmouth. We had the lunchtime deal. Fast service, delicious food and excellent value for money. I highly recommend the lamb donner wrap. Lunch at Donner One is first class I highly recommend this restaurant.

I did not personally go here instead getting a delivery however I must say the food is amazing and the delivery times were very fast. With service and food like that I can only guess the atmosphere there must be amazing.

too salted pizza,small size,not worth at all-ordered as described as very good,but really disapointed-not going to order again,also priced up for this half size pizza..no tks