The Fratton - (Near Hampshire, london)

Fatima S. This was a stunning, top experience. Have been to steakhouse places but this really is a place of great food and ambiance, simple yet elegant, so relaxing that we’ve stayed nearly 2hours just chatting and enjoying the food. The reception desk was attentive. We went around half past one, the place was not crowded but later on crowd turned up. Food was served on time, the steak was really good. In addition, before the meal they have given us a beef-dripping popcorn which is really really good - this is a plus! Customer service was excellent, they were busy but very approachable, especially to Charde who has assisted us brilliantly! Also prices are reasonable and they do have a lunch-early-dinner menu available apart from the main menu. Located near the dockyard. A great recommendation! Parking (as in free parking) is quite difficult to find, but carpark is available behind the restaurant.

Sam P Dog friendly! Absolutely incredible food, huge portions, soooo so tasty, great service, beautiful place to sit, the music was brilliant and the JPA was delicious. I would Absolutely recommend. We had 2 large soft drinks, a Jamaica pale ale, Ital curry box meal, cauliflower wings with mango, chilli and lime sauce and a mushroom burger with fries. Came to £51.75 and worth every penny.

Alexander Fergusson-Cooper If I could give this place one star I would... They have ruined pizza for me, it was by far the best Ive had, no other will compare. My partner and I shared the nduja/scotch bonnet and the chicken/paneer. Both were truly superb. The dough had a terrific flavour, but the toppings on each were perfectly balanced and flavoursome. We started with the cauliflower hummus - something we await to recreate! The service was outstanding, knowledgeable and friendly, without being over the top, again, a perfect balance. Wine list fantastic and comprehensive (the reason we came here - (fathers a wine merchant!) maître d was knowledgeable and showed us the bottle of wine we were curious about. Atmosphere was warm, welcoming, relaxed, and the use of acoustic tiles on the ceiling work as both an interesting feature and more importantly to reduce the sound in the bar/restaurant. I am hugely disappointed we are only in Portsmouth for an evening - had we live in the vicinity, we would surely adopt The A Bar as a regular venue. A venue for everyone, we were made to feel like long standing customers - warm and welcoming. If ever in Portsmouth again, we will rush back!

Ilona Thompson We had an excellent meal here which was a lovely surprise as the pub wasn’t our first choice. Everything was good, hot and filling. We were catching the ferry to Bilbao and had picked another restaurant but it was shut and we found the Dolphin instead. I must say I’m glad we did! Dave the manager was very friendly and helpful, telling us about a quicker route to the ferry terminal. Thanks Dave and next time we’re in Portsmouth we’ll be sure to call in.

Shuet Han Tsui We needed somewhere to nearby to eat after visiting the Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. At 4.00PM on a Sunday, choices can be limited. We picked Lush Bites because it was a short walk away, near the car park, and well rated. And I can see why it was well rated. The service was excellent. The person serving us was super polite and friendly. The burgers were excellent. We went for the BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger and Devils Bite. Both delicious. It was still very hot when it arrived, super tasty, and well put together. Love a burger that does not fall apart as you eat it. We were not that hungry, so didnt go for any sides. The chicken wings and loaded fries looked tempting.

daaarling_ 02 I come here every couple months! Amazing food and service! Honestly I would eat here every day! The prices are great for what they’re offering, honestly worth every penny! And the staff is so polite and friendly, a pleasure to be in the venue! Highly recommend!