Where’s best for scran ‘n brew before catching a ferry (or the Chunnel or an aeroplane) in UK / Republic of Ireland

[PeterG]

Would be grateful for any suggestions - a group of us (7 bikes) are going over to France on the 11pm ferry from Portsmouth soon. We want to meet up for dinner beforehand - somewhere we can park up the bikes easily enough (and as securely as possible) and somewhere they don't mind accomodating us (specifically the helmets/bags etc we will bring in). Ideally a pub doing good food rather than any fast food place. - many thanks.

 

[wessie]

pub next to the port - head right at the entrance off the roundabout, keeping the freight check in to your left

The Ship and Castle, Pub in Portsmouth.

The Ship and Castle is a friendly local pub serving a great selection of Ales, Wines, Spirits and Food. Situated in Portsmouth, Hampshire.

www.shipandcastle.com

you'll have to go back onto the roundabout and do a 360 turn to get back to the passenger check in, unless you break the rules and risk getting mowed down by a truck!

 

[Gavla04GS]

It’s a long time since I was in Portsmouth but The Churchillian up on Portsdown Hill was always accommodating, you get cracking views over the harbour and if the pub food menu is sufficient, pop across the road for Micks Monster Burgers
There will be better and more recent/ relevant suggestions but I’m having a lamp swinging, nostalgic memory

 

[PeterG]

pub next to the port - head right at the entrance off the roundabout, keeping the freight check in to your left

The Ship and Castle, Pub in Portsmouth.

The Ship and Castle is a friendly local pub serving a great selection of Ales, Wines, Spirits and Food. Situated in Portsmouth, Hampshire.

www.shipandcastle.com

you'll have to go back onto the roundabout and do a 360 turn to get back to the passenger check in, unless you break the rules and risk getting mowed down by a truck!

Thanks for the very rapid response! - will have a look - wodul we need to book for a group of 7 do you think?

 

[PeterG]

It’s a long time since I was in Portsmouth but The Churchillian up on Portsdown Hill was always accommodating, you get cracking views over the harbour and if the pub food menu is sufficient, pop across the road for Micks Monster Burgers
There will be better and more recent/ relevant suggestions but I’m having a lamp swinging, nostalgic memory

Thank you - much appreciated

 

[csd4t]

Spoilt for choice at Port Solent (1 junction back) plenty of secure parking. I'm there myself on 9th in the motorhome

 

[crumbles]

Thanks for the very rapid response! - will have a look - wodul we need to book for a group of 7 do you think?

How about you ring them and find out,,
Which is by far the easiest way...

 

[wessie]

Thanks for the very rapid response! - will have a look - wodul we need to book for a group of 7 do you think?

I would. There will be a lot of people heading to that ferry wanting dinner.

 

[Old Codger]

Just over the hill in Southwick is the Red Lion excellent food decent car park at the rear. Booking essential

 

[BillWright]

Spice Island in Portsmouth old town.

The Spice Island Pub Restaurant in Portsmouth,

Combining good food & drink with friendly service and inviting atmosphere at The Spice Island. A pub at the heart of Portsmouth, we cant wait to welcome you!

www.greeneking.co.uk

 

[wessie]

Spice Island in Portsmouth old town.

The Spice Island Pub Restaurant in Portsmouth,

Combining good food & drink with friendly service and inviting atmosphere at The Spice Island. A pub at the heart of Portsmouth, we cant wait to welcome you!

www.greeneking.co.uk

not the friendliest of places to get into and out of with a group of 7 bikes heading to a ferry

fine for a night out if staying in Pompey

 

[twizzle]

Port Solent, easy, secure, tonnes of choice ref food, easy parking then 5 mins on the motorway into the port..

https://portsolent.com/

 

[Daffy]

Port Solent would be my recommendation also, very easy to get to, excellent parking, a choice of restaurants and 10 minutes from the ferry.

 

[PeterG]

I would. There will be a lot of people heading to that ferry wanting dinner.

True - thx

 

[PeterG]

Spoilt for choice at Port Solent (1 junction back) plenty of secure parking. I'm there myself on 9th in the motorhome

Thanks - I just had a look

 

[PeterG]

Just over the hill in Southwick is the Red Lion excellent food decent car park at the rear. Booking essential

Looks pretty good - getting spoilt for choice now!!

 

[PeterG]

Thanks all - I think Im sorted

 

[Wapping]

Thanks all - I think Im sorted

Which restaurant did you settle on and did you book in advance?

 

[Santa-2512]

Why look at Portsmouth? Plenty of places in the surrounding areas, offering better choices
Hayling, Havant, Emsworth, hell you could add another 7 miles to your route and look at Chichester

 

[EVskiy]

Why not just meet up the port and dine at will in one of the restaurants on board the MV Whichever your voyage is upon. Get bladdered in the process without risking on having a pint of weak shandy at the pub then getting pulled over by they local law enforcement agent.