Lively spacious pub with scrubbed wood tables and lots of seating. I came here after work to meet…read morefriends and it was perfect. Set back from the road and offering a good menu, it's somewhere I'll definitely be coming back to. Next time I'll be staying for dinner as the smells emanating from the kitchen were very tempting!

This was my local pub for 5 and a half years, after work outings for birthdays, a quick drink at…read morethe weekends or a meal after work with the hubby. This place has a lovely interior and exterior decor, has plenty of seating, outdoor seating in the front and at the back and a great menu. There is a good choice of drinks including some ales. Often there are food deals for two meals for 9.95. This runs every weekday evening. My personal favourite is the Yorkshire wrap (roast beef wrapped in Yorkshire pudding) served with chips and gravy.

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..

A nice selection of meat that you can get carved for you, as well as some wonderful sides. The…read moreYorkshire pudding and gravy was sublime, and the deserts were fantastic. The beer is also quite good with a wide selection.

Lovely food staff & surroundings very impressed would definitely recommend make sure to put your…read morenumberplate in at the entrance of the pub.

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!

If you want good beer and a friendly atmosphere then you can do no better than come here. A dog…read morehappy pub on the edge of a park, so can be tired but happy.

Duke of Wellington in Southampton is your quintessential old-school neighborhood pub that has…read moresurvived through the ages - cozy ambiance, historical furnishings, and that classic British charm. I started with a half pint of Folly Road lager (recommended by the server), which was refreshing, light, and super easy to sip. Then came the fish & chips, and honestly it was one of the best I've had anywhere. The portions were wildly generous, and the fish was perfectly golden-fried with crispness that creates a loud crunch as you bite into it. The plump fish was tender, flaky and moist. The dish comes with mushy peas too. I appreciated that they set you up with salt, pepper, and malt vinegar so you can season everything to your taste, and you can request tartar sauce that's light, creamy, and great for dipping. Service was friendly and efficient, making the whole visit feel warm and effortless.

Yes, it's a classic English pub nestled in back street of downtown scenic Southampton, walking…read moredistance from Titanic dock, centre of town, high street shopping and everything else worthy of visiting in Southampton. Classic pub ambiance, limited outdoor seats, wonderful food, frequented by locals. I'm an American merchant mariner, I come to Southampton regularly on ships, this is one of my go to spots when I need a break from the ship.

If you are a traveler you will find all of England contained in this one micro pub. The Butcher's…read moreHook set in premises of a Victorian village butcher's shop All of the cask ales are excellently kept and better value than ANY other pub in Southampton. The young landlord Anthony is a sharp entrepreneur who has converted this once butcher's shop into a warm spot for regulars and visitors of all ages. I say that you will find all of worth in ENGLAND here because of the spectrum of customers across all ages and classes. The gender balance is also refreshing to see with groups of smart, sharp young women meeting and drinking together sans partners. What's Anthony's secret? How did he succeed in making The Butcher's such a successful and welcoming environment? The answer is profoundly simple: no sports screens, no music, no quizzes. Instead the longish tables, because of the shape of the pub, are set in a row so that customers have no choice but to face opposite either their friend or a stranger. So you will meet college professors, students, scientists fraternizing with labourers, shopkeepers , software engineers and artists, all together like a congregation devoted to the superb real ale. People on their own such as myself, come to drink here because the environment literally forces human interaction and conversation. I met good and lasting friends in this pub every night I went. The Butcher's Hook is a conduit for conviviality and warm human relations. It gives myth to the notion that the English are cold, remote or indifferent. On the contrary, if you are a visiting foreigner such as myself, it is a visit to the heart and soul of this Emerald Island. Absolutely worth going out of your way to find. And please mention my name to the attentive staff and/or Anthony so that I can get a pint on the house next time I visit!

From the owner: The Butcher's Hook was the first micropub in Southampton & has helped launch the craft beer scene…read morein the city. With up to 4 cask ales, 6 craft keg lines & an exceptional bottle range, it's one of the best & friendliest places to drink beer in the city. Located in a small converted Victorian butcher's we also serve a quality range of cider wine & soft drinks as well a range of seasonal gin & tonics. What we love most though is the community and the friendly & welcoming atmosphere we have developed. With communal tables it's easy to get chatting to new people. After all what good is the best beer in the world without someone to share it with!

Great atmosphere and great food options for a family with picky kids. Food was great and we didn't…read morehave to wait long, even on a busy Saturday evening with a championship soccer game on. Very impressed with the service.

This is mine & my gf favourite local pub.all staff are really helpful & friendly especially Sarah…read morewho often serves my drinks she's a lovely girl / Megan & the young Hungarian lad he's really funny & helpful to us both .Good choice of seating & t.vs to watch from plus my gf sometimes eats here & always says food is good.music is good @ weekends .good job guys & girls great manager too

Great visit with my partner. We were met by friendly staff …read more . Service was good . Great atmosphere large portions of food. Over all great value for money. Definitely recommend a vist

All good .. Lovely food . And excellent staff tow and very friendly as we'll with the kids . It's a…read moreshame more pubs where not like this one I whould go out more often