Best restaurant I've eaten at in Southampton. The food was creative and unique. The taste profile…read morewas out of this world. The food was full of so much flavor. Its great for a dinner date or a group of friends. The ambiance is wonderful. You forget you are in Southampton. You feel like you are in another country. Staff was friendly and helpful, music was perfect for the setting. Well done!! I can't wait to go back.

From the owner: Lakaz Maman is a Mauritian Creole word for 'Mum's House' and the food you'll find here is relaxed,…read moreinformal street food you can get messy with. No napkins, no airs or graces, just authentic Mauritian street food with a modern twist. We are also proud to be rated the best street food restaurant in Southampton. ​ Here at Lakaz Maman in Southampton you will find food to suit all your needs, from a simple kids menu as we know some kids are fussy eaters, to spicy and complex dishes such as our octopus with masala aioli and pineapple salsa there is a dish to suit everyone. If you have never tried Mauritian food before it is a lovely blend of flavours and not all dishes are spicy, our magic bowl is a Mauritian Chinese inspired dish made with a soy sauce, ginger and chives and it is served with steamed rice and a perfectly fried egg. If you have any specific dietary requirements please do give us a ring and we can go through the menu in more detail with you to ensure we cater to your needs. The menu is clearly highlighted as being vegan, vegetarian, gluten free and dairy free with simple markers but our waiters will always be able to help you by offering suggestions to you.

Still delicious, still friendly... being meat eaters we foolishly only end up here once a year when…read moreour vegan friends visit - but the owner always remembers us anyway!

In Southampton overnight we fancied Indian and from reviews thought we'd give this place a try, and…read morevery glad we did. The outside dose not do the inside justice, it's got a nice feel and the owner is indeed very welcoming and helpful. As others have said we went with his suggestions and for both starters and mains were very happy with the choice. This isn't a normal Indian the dishes do seem less oily and more traditional, but most importantly they are very tasty. Reasonable prices and good size portions.

The Art House is somewhere I make sure I frequent every time I'm in Southampton town centre. With…read moretheir vast selection of teas, coffees and vegan food - it's a great little place to grab something light in a pleasant atmosphere. I've never eaten a meal here however I've only heard good things, but what I will say is that their coffee is divine! You can choose from Italian and Colombian roast which comes in a cafetiere which keeps it fresher for longer. At the back of the shop you can find a small shop featuring clothes, jewellery, pins and many other kooky bits and bobs for reasonable prices. The teas, coffee, cakes and food are all reasonably priced too. Thoroughly recommended!

During a cheeky little surprise trip to Southampton last weekend, I was taken to The Art House by…read morethe birthday boy himself! This is definitely the coolest place we saw in Southampton! Nestled in the Cultural Quarter, it oozes intriguing art vibes with its quirky decor, vegan menu and vast array of teas and hot drinks. The staff are great, especially their amazing dress sense (not sure if they're just *that* cool or its part of a uniform?....) and the Southampton Fog I had was delicious! At the back of the cafe you'll find a funky little second hand shop, all you need to kit yourself out like a trendy staff member! And in the front they're turned the windows into exhibition booths for you to sit and have tea and watch the world go by (or be watched by the world!) This place is right up my street, if I lived in Southampton I'd definitely make it a regular haunt, and for those that are thinking of visiting this port city of recommended heading there as soon as you get off the train!

Crazy good salsa verde chilaquiles breakfast. The salsa roja is good as well. Some day I'll come…read morefor lunch/dinner and expand my repertoire. Good coffee, very comfortable and cheerful ambiance. Been there twice for breakfast and service was a bit on the relaxed size despite the place being empty at the time. Not slow as such, we were seated and the food and drinks came reasonably promptly, more just a matter of noticing no one has brought you the bill yet and then getting it a few minutes afterwards. So pretty great if you enjoy lingering over your substantial meal but if you've got someplace to be you might want to poke your head around the corner and ask for the bill.

A total surprise! I was in Southampton for a short trip and didn't expect to find great Mexican…read morefood there. I was even less hopeful once I saw that their vegetarian enchilada contained butternut squash - I'm not a fan of that particular vegetable. But I ordered it anyway, being a vegetarian, and - wow! The flavors melded together into a fine symphony. The staff was also attentive and friendly. I couldn't have hoped for a better experience.

Walked in the rain from our hotel for dinner, but they were out of food by 4:30 pm a Sunday night .read more

Been to Southampton 4 times and don't know how I missed this place before this year. Great…read moreambience, great food and plenty of craft beers. Definitely a must go when in Southampton!

Went here for my father-in-law's birthday celebration and the place is pretty good. The food was…read morecooked well, and the service we received was quite pleasant. But, the starter I had was rather lacklustre - I had the crispy duck pancakes. The crispy duck was so overcooked that I couldn't bite into it, it was that tough. The entree (mains) was pretty good, for the most part. It was a Sunday Roast, so we had our choice of various types of proteins (the sides were the same for each dish though - mashed squash, parsnip, broccoli, boiled potatoes & a yorkshire pudding .. oh and an ocean of gravy) - pork, beef, chicken fish or vegetarian nut-loaf. I had the pork roast and though the meat was cooked quite well, I was very underwhelmed with the pork crackling provided. I had an itty-bitty square of pork crackling, it was so miniscule that it just wasn't worth it. Because we were a fairly largish group (10 adults, 2 kids) the service was a tad slow between courses. And for the mains the 2 kids were served last. Generally this isn't a good idea, as kids can get rather cranky if not fed, but thankfully the kids this time round were pretty good, nibbling other people's food until their actual meals came out. Overall the place is pretty good, price was very decent and the service was rather pleasant. I would like to come back one more time, not on a Sunday, to see what they are like. I really wanted their Beef Bourguignon, but sadly it was unavailable on a Sunday.

One of my favourite places to eat. This historical old ballroom from a bygone era has been turned…read moreinto a great restaurant and bar. The food is British, international dishes made with good ingredients. There is something for everyone and priced to cater for mixed budgets Service is professional and knowledgable. If you are looking for a Great place for afternoon tea you can't go wrong here, homemade delights served on odd bone china - you can even go for the champagne tea. If you are looking for a special venue for any kind of celebration you can't go wrong at Grand Cafe, with all its history and modern twists it suits people of all ages.

I noticed this place only has 4 reviews because apparently locals don't use Yelp…read more This place is the bomb. Hands down. Delicious and inexpensive, I fed my whole family on $20 and probably have enough leftovers for another meal. This is worth the plane ticket to England. If I lived closer, I would eat every meal here.

The food is the best better than mc donald's idk if this os the same one but I ordered a cherry…read moremilkshake and it tasted the best the cherry tasted like winders and they were amazing i got a to go box and im eating it right now i would recommend for you to go here

Incredible venue, worth the visit. Beautiful as you approach the house with wonderful grounds,…read moreincluding the garden where they grow much of their own produce. Parts of the meal were fantastic, a few were just good, but the combination with the atmosphere and good service earned five stars. My favorite part of the meal was the eggs from the snacks section (I forgot the name, but their equivalent of scotch eggs). The porchetta was also excellent, with a lot of crackling. Don't miss the onion straws, they were addictive. I was disappointed in the mozzarella with beetroot, way too much beetroot that overpowered the dish. Overall, though, a great experience and i plan to return with my family.

The first of two incredible back-to-back Pig dining experiences in England. I absolutely loved the…read moreatmosphere, and you could tell it appealed across demographics as the age range of guests wen from young adults to elderly, all seeming happy with their food and service. My dinner was exquisite - I ate on the later side after one or two pre-dinner drinks and ample time to review the menu. I wasn't as fond of the Saddleback Crackling pig skin with applesauce - this was too crispy for my liking. The first few bites I was afraid to crack a tooth. The slow cooked Lamb belly was out of this world. Service was very good given how busy the restaurant was. Best of all I spent the night in a charming room and enjoyed a lovely breakfast the next morning. Such a wonderful, charming placed to escape in the New Forest.

Came here on a Saturday night, when there was a football game on. Needless to say it was very full…read moreand LOUD. Usually I'd prefer something quieter but I was visiting a friend and anywhere we would go would be loud because it was simply a busy night in the city due to the game. The waitresses were friendly and surprisingly attentive given how full the restaurant was. I had the goat curry and we ordered dumplings to share. The food was fantastic! The curry was not too spicy which was a relief.

I'm originally from Miami and grew up with many Jamaicans. I've also visited Jamaica many times…read more No, nothing can compare to the Jerk Center in Ocho Rios with their fresh off the BBQ grill chicken. However, this place is good, very good. I was a bit afraid to try as we were worried about recipe adjustments for an English palate. We were not disappointed. The spicy beef patties, made locally (the Brits make amazing pastry) were spicy and delicious. I often say you can judge a restaurant by their side dishes. If they take their time there, then the main dishes must be good. This was true here. The plantains were ripe and sweet. The coconut rice and peas was yummy, but missing peas. The tender jerk chicken was properly cooked over charcoal and the sauce was perfect. It's late 2-for-1 happy hour from 9:30 - midnight! They also make their own ginger beer. Bronwyn is a delightful waitress. Definitely recommend.

A lovely theatre that offers multiple amounts of entertainment and creative arts opportunities for…read morenot just little ones but for adults and the older generation too. A great venue for a night out or any entertainment purpose, The Point is quality.

I love this little theatre. It is small and intimate and is a really great place to introduce…read morechildren to the theatre. As it's on a small scale you get a real feeling of being involved with the performances as the actors do a great job of encouraging audience participation. It's very good value for money too when you compare the cost of taking a family to the larger theatres. My children have certainly told me that some of their favourite shows were ones we've seen at The Point. You have to park a fair way away in the Swan Centre as there is no car park so allow plenty of time to get parked if you are going to a show. The staff seem to be really friendly and enjoy their jobs.