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Where to eat in Southampton? Meat eaters, vegans, gluten free, gluten full – you're all welcome and catered for!

From hearty breakfasts and quick bites to lazy lunches, afternoon teas, fine dining and bountiful buffets – there’s all you can eat in Southampton. The city has the best tea rooms, cafes and restaurants to suit all your foodie needs. If it’s a good drink you are looking for Southampton has award-winning cocktail bars, clubs, pubs, wine bars and even speak easy bars.

Big and loud or small and intimate - the choice is yours.

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Brunch and Barista

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Cafe serving brunch and meals throughout the day.

Taco Bell

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Fast-food chain serving Mexican-inspired fare such as tacos, quesadillas & nachos.

Turtle Bay

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Caribbean Style Restaurant set in the heart of Southampton

Stein Garten

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Stein Garten is a Bavarian Beer Keller and Restaurant.

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7 Bone Burger

7Bone Burger Co. servin’ up dirty burgers, thicc shakes, craft beer and feel good vibes...

Afritopia

African Restaurant With Style

All Bar One

Stylish city bar, perfect for after work drinks or a sophisticated meal.

Argento

South American Steak House dining experience in Southampton

Baboo Ji Vegetarian Kitchen

Vegan & Vegetarian Indian restaurant in Southampton.

Bacaro

Small plate restaurant, wine and cocktail bar.

Banana Wharf

International restaurant set on the Ocean Village marina

Basmati

Nepalse and Indian Restaurant in Southampton.

Bayleaf Kitchen

Indian restaurant.

BB's Coffee and Muffins

Mouth-watering muffins , premium coffee and other tempting drinks and snacks.

Beefy's

BEEFY'S a British bar and restaurant inspired by Sir Ian Botham and located within Hilton at the Ageas Bowl in Southampton.

Beity

Authentic homemade Lebanese food and drinks.

Belgium and Blues

An independently owned bar and brasserie boasting a huge selection of gins.

Bella Italia (Above Bar St)

Bubbly chain venue for Italian pasta, pizza and grill dishes.

Bella Italia (Hanover Buildings)

Bubbly chain venue for Italian pasta, pizza and grill dishes.

Bill's Restaurants

Contemporary European chain dishing up breakfast, afternoon tea, lunch and dinner.

Blue Jasmine

Contemporary Southeast Asian fine dining restaurant located in Ocean Village overlooking the marina.

Board in the City CIC

Not-for-profit board game cafe supported by volunteers.

Brewdog

No-nonsense chain bar specialising in craft beers.

Brunch and Barista

Cafe serving brunch and meals throughout the day.

Burger King (Above Bar St)

Well-known fast-food chain serving grilled burgers, fries and shakes, plus breakfast.

Burger King (Bargate)

Well-known fast-food chain serving grilled burgers, fries and shakes, plus breakfast.

Byron

Proper hamburgers served the way they should be.

Cafe Monde

A family friendly cafe located at the route of Bedford Place.

Cafe Thrive Southampton

Totally vegan cafe with plenty of choices for special diets.

Caffe Nero

Casual coffee-shop chain with a menu of Italian-style light dishes and specially blended drinks.

Carluccios

Immersive Italian restaurant dining experience open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Carnicero

Galician Steak House in Oxford Street

Casa Brasil

Offering a range of delicious, freshly cooked, meat, slowly cooked on the BBQ.

Cattle Steakhouse

Serving fresh and tasty steaks, burgers, chicken and more.

Chariteas

Specialising in afternoon and high teas and an amazing selection of exclusive teas.

Chatime

Cafe and fresh tea specialist.

Chopstix

Fast, Fresh and Tasty Asian fast food chain

Co-sushi

Authentic Chinese and Cantonese dining experience located in the heart of Southampton.

Coffee #1

Local chain serving gourmet coffees and snacks amid reclaimed furniture.

Coriander Lounge

Fine dining experience with affordable prices within the locality of Southampton.

COSMO World Buffet Restaurant

Stylish, modern dining room with Pan-Asian cooking stations and global banquet options.

Costa Coffee (West Quay L4)

Coffee chain serving hot drinks, iced coolers, sweet snacks and sandwiches.

Costa Coffee (Above Bar)

Coffee chain serving hot drinks, iced coolers, sweet snacks and sandwiches.

Costa Coffee (High St)

Coffee chain serving hot drinks, iced coolers, sweet snacks and sandwiches.

Costa Coffee (The Marlands)

Traditional, authentic Italian coffee alongside drinks and snacks.

Costa Coffee (West Quay Entrance)

Coffee chain serving hot drinks, iced coolers, sweet snacks and sandwiches.

Creams Cafe

Delight your senses with their plated dessert experience. Start your journey by browsing their delicious menu on...

Dancing Man Brewery

Microbrewery/pub located in an old Wool House, serving beer, ale, spirits and food.

Dhaba 59

At Dhaba 59 we pay homage to the street food stalls or "Dhabas" that are...

Diegos

An authentic Portuguese restaurant in Bedford Place.

Ding Tea

Ding Tea's carefully selected tea leaves originate from high altitude tea gardens, surrounding the central...

Duke of Wellington

Historic building serving real ales and traditional food, plus open mic nights.

Ed's Easy Diner

Much loved retro American diner with burgers, fries, shakes and more.

Ennios

A traditional Italian ristorante facing directly onto the old waterfront.

Everest Cuisine

Indian Cuisine in Southampton

Five Guys

Serving burgers, fries and grilled cheese and veggie sandwiches.

Franco Manca

A Neopolitan pizza restaurant using authentic ingredients.

Fredericks Chocolates

An award-winning local chocolate shop and cafe located in the heart of Southampton.

Funky Flamingo

Lounge & Roof Garden

Fusion Grill House

Fusion Grill House specialises in Waffles, Steaks, Burgers and Shakes! All freshly made and cooked...

Fusion Noodle Bar

Chinese/Malaysian Restaurant & Take Away

Georges Restaurant

Neighbourhood restaurant with a history going back to 1940 offering Greek dishes.

German Doner Kebab

Original German Doner Kebab

Giddy Bridge

Wetherspoon's pub serving real ales, craft beers, spirits, coffee and food.

Grand Cafe

Steeped in history, Grand Café offers both light lunches and early dinners.

Greggs (Bar St)

Bakery and Sandwich shop.

Greggs (East St)

Bakery and Sandwich shop.

Grumpy Monkey

The original bar, lounge and kitchen situated in Southampton's cultural quarter.

Gurka Lounge

Finest Nepalese & Indian Cuisine

Gusto Lounge

Lounge bar and beautiful restaurant well-situated for the Mayflower Theatre.

Halladays Tea Rooms

Tea room offering cream teas, cakes and meals.

Holiday Inn (Restaurant)

Centrally located hotel with views of the cruise terminals and Southampton Water.

Indian Melody

Traditional Indian vegetarian cuisine on Southampton High Street.

Indos Peri Peri

Indos Peri Peri deliver straight to your door so you can relax at home and...

Injoy Centre Southampton

InJoy Southampton is a children’s activity centre featuring a Trampoline Park, Soft Play, Laser Tag...

John Lewis & Partners Cafe

Flagship department store in WestQuay Shopping Centre.

JRC Global Buffet

Serving up fresh, mouth-watering dishes from all around the globe and all under one roof.

Just Chicken

Just Chicken deliver straight to your door so you can relax at home and order your...

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Korean Restaurant Southampton

KFC (Above Bar St)

KFC serves up original recipe chicken, tasty sides and freshly prepared salad.

Korean BBQ

Korean Barbeque restaurant in Southampton.

Krispy Kreme UK Ltd

We're all about made fresh daily, hand decorated, delicious doughnuts!

Kuti's Brasserie

Award-winning Indian restaurant in Southampton.

L'Osteria

L'Osteria is famous for the best, best pizza and pasta.

La Baronia

For Real Food Lovers... Southampton's Only Authentic Mexican Restaurant.For more information go to: http://labaroniarestaurant.co.uk...

La Regata

Spanish Restaurant and Tapas bar.

La Tavernetta

Italian and Mediterranean dining amid traditional wood-panel brasserie decor.

La Vita Cafe

Italian Cafe in the Bargate serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and wood oven pizza.

Lakaz Maman

Lakaz Maman is a Mauritian Creole word for 'Mum's House' and the food you'll find...

Leelawadee

Thai restaurant on Commercial Road.

Liberty Sports Bar

Sports Bar in Southampton.

London Road Brew House

The London Road Brew House is a vibrant, buzzy pub with lots going on.

Make and Brew

For more information head here: https://www.facebook.com/makeandbrew/

Mango Thai

Classic and creative Thai fare, plus cocktails in an informal restaurant.

Marks & Spencer Café

One of the UK's leading retailers of clothing, foods, homeware and financial services.

Max's Bar and Brasserie

Max’s Bar & Brasserie serves traditional Sicilian food in a warm homely setting with an emphasis on personal and friendly service.

Maxim Pizza and Kebab

Kebab shop on the High Street.

McDonalds (Harbour Parade)

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McDonalds (Shirley)

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McDonalds (Westquay)

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Medbar

Medbar is the perfect place to meet & eat, whether it be our vibrant bar...

Mercure Southampton Centre Dolphin Hotel

The Mercure Southampton Centre Dolphin Hotel is the oldest hotel in Southampton dating back over...

Mettricks (Guildhall)

Sourcing only the highest grade speciality coffees from around the world.

Mettricks (Woolston)

Sourcing only the highest grade speciality coffees from around the world.

Mexigo

Burrito bar on London Road.

Mile High Southampton

Aviation-themed bar set in the heart of Bedford Place.

Millie's Cookies

Millie's Cookies has the best freshly baked cookies in the city with all sorts of flavours.

Mint Dosa

Indian restaurant

Naked Coffee

We roast the finest coffee and serve the most delicious vegan, veggie, meaty & gluten free food.

Nandos Chicken (Westquay South)

Afro-Portuguese chain restaurant serving flame-grilled chicken in spicy chilli sauce.

Nandos Chicken Ltd (Arts Quarter)

Afro-Portuguese chain restaurant serving flame-grilled chicken in spicy chilli sauce.

Nara

A Japanese Restaurant catering to high standards and including Sushi, Noodles, Teriyaki and Tempura.

Neds Noodle Bar

Noodle bar in Southampton, for more information head here: https://nedsnoodlebar.com/

Nousha Lounge

Bespoke coffee shop with an elegant interior. Also serves cocktails.

Oasis Bar

Relaxed cocktail/wine bar with tropical murals and a patio area.

One-O-Four

Bar and cocktail lounge offering a range of food.

Overdraft

Overdraft represents a music and craft beer movement, both in your city and on the road.

PARKafe

Flying Aubergine is situated in the East Park Pavilion- opposite to Southampton Solent University, next...

Piccolo Mondo - Trattoria Italiana

Italian restaurant, established since 1969.

Piecaramba

Your friendly neighbourhood pie shop.

Piggys

Fully Licensed Cafe/Restaurant With award winning Teas and delicious Coffee. Lovely family run Cafe/Restaurant in...

Pitcher and Piano

Nestled in the heart of 17 vibrant towns and cities, you will find a Pitcher...

Pizza Hut

Family-friendly chain known for its made-to-order pizzas and pasta.

Platform Tavern

An old school boozer in Southampton's dockyard.

Poppins Café

Unfussy Cafe serving food all day.

Poppins Café (Portswood)

Unfussy Cafe serving food all day.

POPSI’S

Traditional pizzeria set in Bedford Place

Porters Wine and Charcuterie

Situated on Queen's Terrace Southampton and overlooking the historic Queen's Park, Porters name originates from...

Puccini’s Ristorante Italiano

Traditional Italian food made from the best ingredients. Friendly Italian welcome.

Red Dog Saloon

An authentic American BBQ restaurant serving ribs, burgers and more.

Retro Cafe

The Retro Cafe strives to source everything we can locally in order to make our...

Revolucion De Cuba

Latin inspired food, drinks and cocktails.

Revolution Bars

Lively and stylish venue for dining, drinking and dancing

Robins Nest at 12

Coffee shop and deli in Robins Nest Emporium

Roosters Piri Piri (London Rd)

Tasty, healthy, fast food at truly affordable prices.

Sakura

A licensed Japanese restaurant serving sushi, ramens, noodles and rice dishes.

Sanjha Restaurant

Punjabi Indian Restaurant & Takeaway situated in the Heart of Shirley in Southampton.

SAUCE

Sauce is a family run eat in | takeaway restaurant, founded in 2018, with a...

Scholars Arms

A great pub in the heart of the city offering food and drinkt.

Shakeaway

Milkshake store with a variety of milkshake flavours.

Shanghai 1814

Chinese restaurant with fabulous food, fine wines and karaoke!

Shanghai Bay

Chinese restaurant, late night food. Casual and good for kids.

Shenanigans Irish Bar

Southamptons only authentic Irish bar, offering live music and great sports coverage on our multi...

Sidewalk

Serving a wide-range of food including English, Persian and Turkish.

Slim Chickens

The Slim Chickens menu offers fresh cooked to order chicken tenders, wings, 17 different house...

Slug & Lettuce

Smart chain pub with cocktails and a classic British menu.

Smugglers

Smugglers Bar & Kitchen is a friendly and relaxed environment serving up the best of fresh tastes from both land and sea.

Soleto

Italian bistro-style restaurant with seafood specialities.

Southampton Harbour Hotel & Spa

Luxury hotel set in Ocean Village with striking super-yacht-inspired design.

Sprinkles Gelato (Above Bar St)

A family-run dessert parlour with hand-crafted gelato and other sweet treats.

Sprinkles Gelato (High Street)

Family-run dessert parlour with hand-crafted gelato and other sweet treats.

Sprinkles Gelato (Portswood Road)

Family-run dessert parlour offering award-winning hand-crafted gelato.

Stakks

Passionate about pancakes. Freshly-prepared daily with unapologetically high standards.

Starbucks

Well-known coffee shop, located on Above Bar Street.

Stein Garten

Stein Garten is a Bavarian Beer Keller and Restaurant.

Stone Ground Donuts

Our artisan donuts are freshly made to order using local farm free range eggs &...

Subway (Above Bar St)

Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches and salads.

Subway (East St)

Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches and salads.

Subway (London Rd)

Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches and salads.

Subway (West Quay)

Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches and salads.

Supreme Asian Cuisine

For more information head to their website here: https://www.supremeasiancuisine.co.uk/

Szechuen Kitchen

Szechuen Kitchen offers fantastic Chinese cuisine. View their menu on their website: https://www.szechuenkitchen.co.....

Taco Bell

Fast-food chain serving Mexican-inspired fare such as tacos, quesadillas & nachos.

Tang's Chinese Restaurant

Chinese restaurant offering buffet lunch and dinner.

Tapas Barcelona

Tapas bar and restaurant situated in Southampton's Cultural Quarter.

Thai 2 Go

Thai takeaway offering authentic Thai ingredients.

Thaikhun Southampton

Thai restaurant overlooking the Westquay Esplanade

The Angel Inn

Pub based in Southampton

The Art House

Community-run cafe, gallery and venue offering organic and homegrown produce.

The Bedford

A traditional pub with budget food, live TV sports and pool tables.

The Black Phoenix Pub

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The Cricketers Arms

A traditional real ale pub serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, coffee and drinks.

The Docks Coffee House

Taste, sustainability and community are the main drivers behind this coffee house.

The Eggfree Cake Box

Eggfree cake shop.

The Firehouse

Rock Bar in Southampton.

The Fish Station

Fish and Chip shop on East Street.

The Guide Dog

Friendly pub

The Jetty Ocean Village

Contemporary city chic restaurant in Ocean Village

The Lion

A friendly pub with cosy bar, pool table, jukebox and beer garden.

The Mayflower Village

A pub located next to The Mayflower Theatre serving, beer, wine, spirits and food.

The Pig N' Whistle Pub

The Pig is a family run establishment, offering a great selection of quality food and...

The Real Greek

From the naturally smoked Taramasalata, to the hand-wrapped Dolmades - we take Mediterranean food seriously...

The Social

A laid back bar and club in the heart of Southampton.

The Standing Order

A Wetherspoon pub with craft beers, real ales and freshly-ground coffee.

The Vestry

Southampton's only independent restaurant and bar housed in a renovated church.

The White Star Tavern

The White Star Tavern, Southampton is an award-winning hotel, bar and restaurant. Located centrally, close...

The Yellow Welly

Boasting the best fry up in Southampton, The Yellow Welly offers a variety of meals...

Thyme Eat. Drink. Relax

Thyme restaurant is based within Premier Inn Southampton (Cumberland Place). Visitors and guests are welcome to for...

Tim's Bistro

Offering breakfast, lunch, dinner with fresh local produce.

Tortilla

Local burrito joint offering authentic California-style burritos and tacos.

Triple Two Coffee

An unique coffee shop offering food plus hot and cold drinks.

Turtle Bay

Caribbean Style Restaurant set in the heart of Southampton

Wagamama

Fast, fresh food that's full of authentic Asian ingredients. Eat in/take away.

XOXO

Bar & Restaurant ~ Opening in Bedford Place, Southampton

Yates

A lively chain pub with typical English decor and pub classics.

YO!

Boasting a fun dining experience, YO! Sushi promises fresh, seasonal food.

Zizzi

The Italian restaurant serves tasty, authentic dishes including pizza, pasta and risotto.

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