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The Florence

British, Pub Food • Southsea
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4.7/5
(023) 9200 7888 18-20 Florence Road, Southsea, Hampshire, PO5 2NE (023)920…Show
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Neighbourhood pub and restaurant tucked away on a quiet street just off the seafront in Southsea.
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About The Florence

Tucked away just a stone’s throw from the beach in Southsea, The Florence is a neighbourhood pub and restaurant that combines the familiar comforts of British pub classics with bold, flavour-forward cooking. Dishes are cooked over fire, producing food that is meant to be both savoured and shared. And the ever-changing drinks list embraces local ales, craft beers, well-chosen wines and standout cocktails. It’s a place for a long lunch, a casual drink, or an evening that stretches long into the night.

Sugarvine
4.7
Food 4.9/5
Service 5.0/5
Atmosphere 4.1/5
Value for Money 4.6/5
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Mon closed
Tue 16:00 - 23:00 —
Wed 16:00 - 23:00 —
Thu 16:00 - 23:00 —
Fri 14:00 - 23:00 —
Sat 12:00 - 23:00 —
Sun 12:00 - 22:00 —
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Stephen Suzuki
The homemade chicken and mushroom pie was a bit overcooked and dry but everything else was delicious
Rachel Revett
Good, friendly service. High quality starters and roasts. Nice atmosphere and attentive and hard-working team. Perfect Sunday lunch.
5.0
Julia Curtis-Wood
We stayed at the Florence House Boutique Hotel and had dinner at the Florence which was just across the road. The menu was varied and the pub was welcoming and reasonably busy when we arrived. We had booked a table in advance. The food was all freshly cooked and absolutely brilliant. My husband said it was the best pie he had ever had. We had the pork bellies which were amazing and scotch egg to start with pie of the day which was steak and Stilton and mash and Tuscan chicken which was superb. We didn’t have room for pudding but I’m sure they would have been just as good.
5.0
Rachel Parry
We've recently starting visiting The Florance as we love the welcoming, light & airy atmosphere but not yet tried their Sunday roasts until last week. We booked for our first family Sunday roast and thoroughly enjoyed it. 3 clean plates was testiment to the quality of food. The staff are always welcoming & friendly. The small plates are the perfect size to compliment a glass of chilled wine. Absolutely delicious, can't wait to return.
Bryony Camp
It was delicious
4.8
Antony De La Haye
Fantastic food and service … incredible Cauliflower Cheese
4.8
Kim Gale
I booked a table for 8 which included my two grandchildren aged 7 and 2. We arrived early but our table was ready. This was a Saturday lunchtime. Good varied menu with plenty of choice. All 6 adults thoroughly enjoyed their food. The children menu was good also. My grandson ate every bit of his lunch. My 2yr old granddaughter is a typical 2yr old fussy eater. My daughter in law asked if they could do either this that or the other. What came out was a little of everything that she asked for. Which we did not expect. That to us as a family was so accommodating. We couldn't thank them enough. She also ate everything thing. Will certainly be returning. Thanks again for making us welcome.
4.5
Alastair Walker
We love The Florence! We discovered it in 2025 on our trip to Portsmouth and were eager to return this year, so much so we booked our meal out before travelling!! We weren’t disappointed - the food was amazing. The venue is spotless and tastefully decorated, and most importantly the staff and service were amazing! The Florence is a dog friendly pub, but there is n area you can dine where dogs aren’t allowed. Would definitely recommend and we will go back. Already been for a drink since our evening meal!
Chris evans
Booked for lunch and the quality, cost and variety of the food was excellent- well done e!
4.3
Penny
What a find! Delicious juicy perfectly cooked roast beef either lots of tasty sides.
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