This Banana Wharf restaurant, named after the banana-trade industry in the surrounding port, is…read morelocated in Ocean Village. My husband and I ate one breakfast here. The seating hostess/waitress promptly greeted us and told us that we could sit wherever we wanted. We chose an outdoor table that overlooked the water. The menu listed foods such as eggs Benedict and pancakes and drinks such as smoothies, teas, coffees, and mimosas. I ordered the Mango Dream Smoothie (mango, pear, and apple; 4.5 stars) as well as the Pancake Fruit Stack (5 stars), small buttermilk pancakes topped with strawberries, blueberries, pomegranate, and maple syrup. I very much enjoyed their flavors. My husband ordered the Bumper Full English (4 stars), which consisted of fried free-range eggs, smoked back bacon (not crispy like American bacon), butchers sausages (a bit dry), mushroom, plum tomato, Heinz baked beans (different sauce), black pudding (not too bloody-tasting), hash browns, and bread. Our waitress made us wait a long time to pay. The total price was $41 pounds plus gratuity.

We were visiting Southampton and looking for a place to dine by the marina. We found Banana Wharf…read moreand decided to give it a try. It is a big place with indoor and outdoor seating. It was a lovely day, so we decided to dine outdoors. They had a large drink menu full of wines, cocktails, mocktails, and smoothies. Prices seemed very reasonable. My husband ordered a pint of Peroni and I ordered an Aperol Spritz. The drinks came out quickly and since we asked for water; our server also brought us an entire pitcher of lemon water at no charge. For our lunch my husband ordered the Blue Cheese and Truffle Burger, and I ordered the BFC chicken sandwich. They were priced at £17.50-18.50 and both came with a large side of fries. The BFC sandwich consisted of super crispy fried chicken and a hash brown patty that was topped with a delicious special sauce. It was a little messy; but so worth it! I ate the whole thing! My husband said his Blue Cheese Truffle Burger was perfect, and that the portobello mushroom was delicious! We did not have a reservation; but there was no problem getting a table at about 3:00 on a Saturday. They had plenty of servers working and the service was exceptional. I would highly recommend a trip to Banana Wharf for a meal or even just drinks if you're visiting Southampton!

Really lived this place. The decor is very eclectic and fun. The food was good and plentiful. The…read morestaff was wonderful.

In Southampton for the night before getting on a cruise! Stumbled on this place and glad we did…read more Vibe is great. Food is awesome. We had 2 tapas boards and 2 glasses of wine for 25 pounds! Highly recommend.

We visited this delightful pub on a beautiful afternoon, and it quickly became a standout…read moreexperience. While the food was undeniably good, the service was what truly made the visit memorable. Logan, our server, went above and beyond--something that rarely happens enough for me to remember a server's name. As first-time guests, Logan guided us through the menu with care, helping us choose dishes we'd enjoy. He checked in to make sure we were happy with our selections and even served us the most incredible lemonade I've ever had at a pub. It was refreshing and perfectly balanced--a highlight of the meal! The pub itself is full of charm, housed in a historic building steeped in character. Adding to the experience were the many Charles Dickens decorations adorning the walls--a fun nod to the famed author, who hails from this town. The literary touches tied everything together, giving the space a distinct and playful personality. We shared a variety of dishes, including the fish and chips, chicken schnitzel, and a BBQ kebab. Each dish was flavorful, generously portioned, and perfect for sharing. Between the welcoming ambiance, delicious food, exceptional service, and the literary flair, this visit was a delight from start to finish. I live too far away to be back, but I for sure will tell others to check it out.

I've come here before had had great service so not sure what happened today. 1 hour between the…read moretime we ordered and our food arrived. 2 roast dinner with turkey. Which seems unreasonable given they are dip items. No explanation or apology for the wait. Great food, good portion size. Just astonishing it took an hour at 3pm on a Sunday

What an amazing spot. History surrounds this quaint spot and it really is surreal to be in a…read morebuilding this old. While planning our vacation, I added this spot as a must-see location and I'm glad I did. There's very little seating in this place, so if you get there while it's busy, you might not find a place to sit. We were early (4:30P) and had no issues. Kitchen doesn't open until 5:30P, so we just enjoyed beer until then. When we were able to order we split the steak & ale pie. Really, really good and huge portion. Thanks to reviews we knew that the portion sizes were huge - so splitting was already something we wanted to do. Service was really good / quick. The ladies that work there are amazing. Seems to be a good mix of locals and tourists. Highly recommend.

Visited the Red Lion on recommendation from our innkeeper. My wife ordered the roast chicken and…read moreI had the steak and ale pie. Both were extremely tasty and accompanied by perfect sides. The meals were huge. Service was exceptional and the ambiance of this old building made for a perfect lunch out.

Cozy classic local pub nestled in back streets residential area within walking distance of high…read morestreet and docks. I'm a merchant mariner and come to Southampton on cargo ships for work. This is my new pub spot because it's hidden from the crowds and frequented by locals. Great food, beers and cozy ambiance either for small group, couple or solo diners.

We walked here from our hotel in search of a good dinner, and we found it. The fish and chips were…read morehot, the batter was crisp, and the fish was juicy, served with fabulous thick, cut chips. Our guest had the veggie burger and thinly cut fries And she enjoyed all of it. The wine was delicious and service was outstanding..

August 2026 - Lots of history in this Pub. It's like going back in time. The fish & Chips were…read moregreat as well as the service. Great beers too! Try it, you'll like it.

Traditional Pub with Tons of History…read more Really love this place. Quirky, eccentric, authentic. A visit to Platform is almost like a trip to a maritime museum. Not only is it the last known address of the last body pulled from the wreck of the Titanic (James McGrady), it is also where Jack Dawson (Leonardo DiCaprio) won his ticket on the ill-fated voyage and is featured on the movie. Great selection of all the old pub favorites offered up by a jovial proprietor.

Went at about 11:30pm…read more All the tables were pretty dirty the menu said food was served all night long but the kitchen was closed I tried the rumball, and the pornstar martini both drinks were mixed well. Drinks are a bit pricey Try to go during happy hour when it's 2 for 1

We were in Southampton for one night prior to a cruise. When the business we were looking for in…read morethe same area was permanently closed, we stumbled on Vodka Revolution and decided to take a chance. The food was above average, but the drinks!! Wow! It reminded me of all things I could have possibly wanted in college. The vodka drink I had came with a flavor injector so you could flavor up your drink as much or as little as you liked. Also, the paddles of shots were very reasonably priced (compared to America!) and there were probably 30+ options. We had a Dr. Pepper-based shot and it was delicious! VR runs specials if you are a part of their membership club. We were there on a Wednesday and based on what we ordered, we would have spent more money if we didn't join. BONUS: The membership comes with a free pair of men's boxer-briefs?? If a good dinner is what you're after, I don't think VR will disappoint. However, just be aware that the whole concept, ambiance, and menus are designed around getting you and your party to drink! The concept and execution of this restaurant just reminds me of college, and for the nostalgia factor I give it 4-stars!

One of my favorite places in Southampton. Good steaks, nice service, fun buzz. Went with my son for…read moredinner. Started with the beef ribs. Probably the weakest part of the meal. The meat was nice but not on the bone and a little too much sauce. The true highlight was an order of pork scratching we shared. They were addictive, really tasty. For a main porterhouse was cooked perfectly as ordered. Also enjoyed the creamed spinach, which was a very hearty portion. Tried my son's onion rings, which were also good. Most importantly, a fun experience, lots of activity.

If you don't have a booking you'll find it hard to sit down here. If there is a cruise coming in, a…read morecruise going out, or a convention in town you'd better plan ahead. The menu is as you'd expect for a steakhouse -- lots of cuts of meat and both small plates and large orders. If you are looking for a spread of good appetizers, solid desserts, or a platter of 5 kilos of meat for the table the menu will not disappoint. We found the appetizers were great and the main dishes, especially the specials, were excellent. Beer is cold and fresh, service is great, and the ambience is casual and fun.