The best restaurants serving British food in South East

We booked for three nights in Portsmouth to see the harbour attractions, we had passed the pub/restaurant a couple of times because our hotel was just behind it. We rang the number on their website and booked a table. On entering the pub it was very busy because of the six nations playing. I went to the bar and told the young man we had booked a table and he took us straight there. It was a nice spot just out of the main bar, he advised us to look at the menu then order at the bar. We had already decided what we wanted when we looked on the website so I went to the bar and ordered, on paying the chap asked if I had any discount cards like blue light/ student union or armed forces which was good because I normally forget to ask. Our food arrived after a short wait, we had both ordered the black and blue burger which sounded nice on the menu. When the food arrived it was a lovely looking burger, a nice thick and tender burger, with onion rings. It tasted amazing, the blue cheese was great and the whole meal was perfect.

Visited the Swan for lunch today and was lovely. Beautiful sunny day so will definitely be back when the weather is warmer to enjoy a nice meal in the garden. Today I had cod and chips and was not disappointed. Staff friendly and service nice and quick.

First visit to the Turnpike for a few years. Still a quality food pub to visit, we went on a Sunday and the menu was good lots of choice, prices were on the high side but the food was nice 😉

Closed from early Nov to April more's the pity. Fabulous when it's open

Sunday roast. Later in the day. But still spot on. Lamb very good. Great selection of veg. Wine very good. Excellent puddings. Staff were great. Recommend. But advise to book.

Really nice place for lunch nice vibe, could chat easily would definitely go again.

Very nice food. Friendly staff.

Nad service and very poor staff. It gives the impression they do no like customers and cannot even greet you at the door or bar;

Great Valentines night at the Crown Lovely set menu and super friendly staff that always go the extra mile. The staff here really do make a difference Highly recommend Best Terry

Always been a great pub since 80 ' s

Very busy restaurant, lucky to find parking place, one hour wait for main course, good food but, even though “bottomless”, not enough gravy! Overall a very enjoyable lunch despite a few minor flaws

Superb pub food. I had Prawn/Salmon Cocktail - generous/fresh followed by pie and mash - unbeatable. My wife had soup(which was hot - you’d be amazed at how many places serve lukewarm) with crusty fresh bread, followed by Sea Bass beautifully cooked (so easy to over cook) - excellent chef 👏👏👏

We had a wonderful evening meal here on Saturday. We came from Bristol to visit family and really wanted to try this place out after following the May family since lockdown. Food was incredible! All 4 of us were fully satisfied and instantly planning our next family meal out here! I especially LOVED the garlic&chilli butter! Izzy was a warm, welcoming and friendly host (considering they were short staffed) this didn't show as her and Roly were fantastic. Both very happy to chat and we were never made to feel rushed at all. We cannot wait to visit again when we are visiting next! Thanks for a great meal guys. Shannon & Family. X

26 of us celebrated a birthday here today. The roast dinner was delicious generous portions and hot. The manager and staff are very friendly and welcoming, We will definitely be back. Thank you all at the Cricketers.

Great easy going atmosphere to meet friends!