Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.4 out of 5
Impressive | 3603 reviews

What User likes about Portsmouth Hoy:
We attended a private party at this restaurant on Saturday night and it was one of the best party venues I've been to in a long time. The owners, Nigel and Liz, are wonderful people and the atmosphere at the pub is cozy and welcoming. The staff is hardworking and friendly. The buffet food prepared by Nigel was excellent and I can't wait to come back for a meal as the menu looks amazing. Thank you for a great night at... View all feedback. What User doesn't like about Portsmouth Hoy:
I recently went out for lunch on the weekend and was greeted by friendly staff at this restaurant. The fish and chips were outstanding, possibly the best I've ever had, and the portion size was generous. View all feedback.

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Tripadvisor
4.5 ★ from 501 reviews
jeanettew24
10.03.2024 - 08:54

As residents of Portsmouth, we had to visit this restaurant for its namesake. It is a charming place with very friendly and welcoming staff. The decor is quite...

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Kelly
10.03.2024 - 08:54

During our Christmas break in Poole, we stumbled upon The Portsmouth Hoy without any prior knowledge of the area. They warmly welcomed me, my partner, and our c...

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calumcameron
10.03.2024 - 08:54

Dave and I have been regulars at this restaurant for years. Liz, the owner, is amazing. She is always friendly and welcoming, but also no-nonsense. The food is...

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calumcameron
10.03.2024 - 08:54

Fabulous traditional pub. The ladlady is the most beautiful helpful lady lady i think i know. The food was fabulous. Thank you Liz for looking after us.

727emilyf
10.03.2024 - 08:54

Little gem .. bar staff so friendly and help full . Crab soup and garlic prawns beautifully cooked and so tasty .. perfect Saturday lunch

Top-rated
5.0 ★ from 10 reviews
4Edward
24.11.2023 - 14:33

We recently rediscovered the Portsmouth Hoy and we highly recommend it. The food is home-cooked with authentic chips, well-prepared, and served hot. The pub has...

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5m
24.11.2023 - 14:33

During our visit to Poole, my wife and I were recommended this restaurant by the b+b we were staying at. The staff was incredibly friendly and the interior was...

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5Jeanne
24.11.2023 - 14:33

This restaurant is very welcoming and friendly. Even though I dined alone, I was made to feel at home. Liz, who was working at the bar, was incredibly friendly...

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5Jane
24.11.2023 - 14:33

Really sorry for the late review .This pub is a little gold mine.staff were very friendly and excellent service with a smile. My brother and I had the fish and...

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5Mark
24.11.2023 - 14:33

Fantastic pub on Poole Quay and amazing display items inside. Great brewery which is Blandford Brewery and meals people had looked amazing

Aggregated
5.0 ★ from 10 reviews
David
21.07.2023 - 15:51

Wife and I enjoyed fish and chips and lovely prawns in white wine garlic sauce. Great value at nearly half the price of some other pubs and restaurants on Poole...

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Lee
21.07.2023 - 15:51

Amazing Sunday dinner, and reasonably priced, definitely coming back here, also great selection of Badgers Ales

henry
21.07.2023 - 15:51

Fantastic food and atmosphere. One of the best collections of naval memorabilia I've ever seen and super friendly staff. Highly recommend the fish and chips too...

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James
21.07.2023 - 15:51

We visited on a Sunday in June 2023, having popped in around 6 months earlier for a pint just before they closed. This time we were there for opening and after...

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steve
21.07.2023 - 15:51

Great sociable atmosphere. A little more upmarket. Good food choice. Character pub with nautical flavour right on the quay Just had the very fresh and not overc...

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Menu
3.8 ★ from 4 reviews

I recently went out for lunch on the weekend and was greeted by friendly staff at this restaurant. The fish and chips were outstanding, possibly the best I've e...

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We attended a private party at this restaurant on Saturday night and it was one of the best party venues I've been to in a long time. The owners, Nigel and Liz,...

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This restaurant is extremely welcoming and friendly. Even though I dined alone, I felt right at home. Liz, the bartender, made me feel like a friend and took ex...

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Fantastic pub on poole quay and amazing display items inside. large brewery, the blandford brewery and meals the people looked amazing

Facebook
4.7 ★ from 183 reviews
Foursquare
3.3 ★ from 13 reviews
Google
4.4 ★ from 552 reviews
Restaurantguru
4.4 ★ from 1 reviews
Yelp
4.9 ★ from 2 reviews
Gastroranking-uk
4.5 ★ from 437 reviews
Int Restaurants
4.4 ★ from 1890 reviews

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