My son and I popped in for a bit of dinner around 7pm on Tuesday, we were pleasantly surprised with the food. We had fish and chips, Katsu curry and a kilo of chicken wings. I have to say the food was excellent. Bee, the chef was very warming and the staff couldn’t do enough for us. We will defo go back again.
Thank you the red lion for an excellent experience.
See you soon
Dave Ockenden★★★★★
Very nice modern style pub with friendly staff. When we arrived we were told that the chef was on her break and there would be a 20 minute delay, by a very apologetic bartender. Once food was served which was served very promptly all was most enjoyable and a pleasant relaxing atmosphere
Thanks to your staff that was very helpful and apologetic ☺️
Bryan Stoops★★★★★
We had two really good meals at the Red Lion in Portchester. Layla was one of the people who helped us both meals, along with another younger bartender/server (she was great too, I just didn't catch her name). Layla was super friendly and helpful. The people in both groups at both meals enjoyed their food. They have breakfast all day long there that I really enjoyed. Their chips and mac & cheese are also delicious. I gave everything five stars except atmosphere, only because it's a pub. It's not a five star restaurant. It's a pub, and I'm not putting down pubs. If you're looking for some drinks or an affordable, delicious meal in a pub with a friendly staff, you're going to have a great time in the Red Lion in Portchester.
Jessica McIntyre★★★★★
The food was absolutely delicious, affordable and well presented. There was a bit of a wait from the kitchen, but this was well communicated by the staff. The cutlery, plates and tables were kept very clean. The booths are very comfy but, due to the location, the view is not the greatest (unless you like watching busses go by, then it's a 10/10).
Service was absolutely excellent from everyone and all through the meal the staff were checking in to make sure we had everything and we were happy with the food. Empty cups and plates did not stay on the table for long. Toilets are kept in a very good state.
The decor around the place was very Portsmouth-centric with a very tongue-in-cheek sense of humour when it came to the bar signs. It's well decorated but it is a bit tired in some areas and could do with minor refurbishment (the cushions of the booth we were sitting in had started to split at the seams, for instance).
Parking behind the building is free all day and there are plenty of spaces.
All around a wonderful pub and I would highly recommend it.
Russell Moore★★★★★
Had a breakfast at the Red Lion today, fantastic value for money, cheaper than Wetherspoons, more food for your money and one little thing, it’s hot unlike Wetherspoons where you just get Luke warm food that’s been sitting under a heat lamp, all 3 of us agreed that from now on that’s where we will be meeting for breakfast… l had the extra big breakfast, which was more than enough for me with no extras….. And the coffee was great, NOT endless amounts of refills that taste yuck, just a large cup of VERY nice coffee. To be fair, I’m not going to bother cooking and washing up for that money…. Well done to all the friendly staff that worked to make that happen…. Thank you
Tom Gyes★★★★★
This is a bar me and some mates have been randomly popping into for a while, good prices and good grub.
Service is always top notch and always made to feel like a regular even though we wouldn’t say we are! We was all able to have a laugh and a joke with the bar maid Ena who provided quick and excellent service along with great recommendations on the menu it’s self!
Nice pub, would recommend!
Malissa Twells★★★★★
When I approached the bar I was served by Brandon he was brilliant. When taking my order he asked if I wanted any sides. Our food was absolutely delicious we will definitely be returning again. Thank you Brandon for taking care of us.
Dave Cox★★★★★
I firstly would like to point out this has been my local pub for many years. Upon visiting the pub this evening and asking for a pint, then questioning the size of the head of the pint, I was told “yeah… our stocks are down”… and that’s a reason for me not to receive the “pint” I’d paid for. Their kitchen has been closed 5 out of 7 days in the last week. I’d usually be at the red lion this evening, but myself and 4 other regulars have decided to go to a competitor pub in the area… and many will follow if this situation carries on.
Update 06/09/2022:
After Lucy’s reply, today I asked for chicken wings. She replied “why would you have chicken wings if the kitchen is closed”, my friend Neil then asked, “how come the kitchens closed?”, to which Lucy replied - “drink up your drinks, you’re both barred”. Never heard of such utter ridiculous behaviour in my life. Upon finishing my drink - I asked her if she was joking… to which she quoted my review above, along with some other slanderous nonsense. Proper wally this one… barring your regular customers for having a laugh. Sincerely hope the powers that be at Greene King read these accurate reviews - and not the ones she’s clearly getting her mates to leave.
Update 20/11/2022
So shock horror, the land lady got the old heave ho, and I feel it’s important to reflect on the new land lords performance thus far. Upon coming in, he sat down with all of the locals and couldn’t have had a more different approach to pub management if he tried. People are now coming back into the red lion, and guess what… they’re also attracting new customers. I think it’s so important to note that as a business, you just have to get the management right, and Jamie and the new team have been an absolute breath of fresh air. Couldn’t do enough for you, and you can actually get a drink without having to wait 20 minutes now… and guess what… the kitchen hasn’t been closed once. Fantastic atmosphere created by a fantastic guy. Long may it continue this way
John Robertson★☆☆☆☆
Served by the moodiest barmaid I've ever come across, calling her a maid would be a compliment. Avoid unless you're a regular or you have a festish for being made to feel unwelcome
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