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The Phoenix, Southsea
Southsea
PO5 2QU
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Reviews of The Phoenix (Average Rating: 7½ of 10) see review guidelines
Peter Forster left this review about The Phoenix
A traditional back street city pub. Its location behind the King’s Theatre means it has acquired a long running show biz theme. The walls are almost completely covered with pictures of stars who have performed at the theatre and (presumably) frequented the pub at some stage. There was a strong local community vibe when I visited. I can’t remember what beer I had as it was the end of a long afternoon’s drinking but it was fine and reasonably priced. I think there were two cask beers available. Friendly staff and regulars means if I am in Southsea I will return (Visited on 17th Dec 2025).
On 24th February 2026
- rating: 7
[User has posted 19 recommendations about 19 pubs]
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Strongers . left this review about The Phoenix
The Phoenix consists of a U-shaped bar with jukebox, television and dartbord to the left and thin bar with seating to the right. The television was off, but there was some background music playing at quite a high volume for a Friday afternoon. The walls are adorned with film and television memorabilia including lots of photos of actors. The governor must be very patriotic as there are St George’s Crosses and union jacks all over the pub. Also, the Queen stands holding an England flag in a first-floor window above the entrance. I noted that there is a quiz every Sunday.
Standard keg is available, and I counted three hand pumps which were drawing Goldmark’s Warrior, Ringwood’s Forty-Niner and Sharp’s Doom Bar. Food is not served. I liked it in here and would gladly return if in the area.
On 30th May 2019
- rating: 7
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Just a quick pint, then I'm off left this review about The Phoenix
Characterful corner local retaining a twin-bar layout, separated by narrow gap. There is a great selection of theatre memorabilia and vintage ephemera to look at in the lounge, and the side patio beer garden is a fine spot when the sun's out. Three real ales on handpump: Doom Bar, Ringwood 49er and Goldmark Warrior (£1.85, half).
On 24th April 2019
- rating: 7
[User has posted 9063 recommendations about 9063 pubs]
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Portsmouth & Southsea, 1.11 miles, 21 min walk (show)
Portsmouth Harbour, 2.18 miles, 42 min walk (show)
Pub Details
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- Accommodation : No last updated 07 August 2019 by Quinno _
- Bar Billiards : No last updated 07 August 2019 by Quinno _
- Beer Garden : Yes last updated 07 August 2019 by Quinno _
- Car Park : No last updated 07 August 2019 by Quinno _
- Child Friendly : Yes - until 8pm - last updated 07 December 2014 by Malden man
- Darts : Yes last updated 07 August 2019 by Quinno _
- Dog Friendly : Yes last updated 07 December 2014 by Malden man
- Function Room : No last updated 07 August 2019 by Quinno _
- Hot Food : No last updated 07 August 2019 by Quinno _
- Karaoke : No last updated 07 August 2019 by Quinno _
- Live Music : Yes last updated 07 December 2014 by Malden man
- Live TV Sports : Yes last updated 07 August 2019 by Quinno _
- Micropub : No last updated 07 August 2019 by Quinno _
- Pinball : No last updated 07 August 2019 by Quinno _
- Pool Table : Yes last updated 07 December 2014 by Malden man
- Quiz Night : Yes - Sundays - last updated 07 August 2019 by Quinno _
- Real Ale : Yes last updated 07 August 2019 by Quinno _
- Real Cider : Yes last updated 07 August 2019 by Quinno _
- Wheelchair Access : Yes - via garden doors - last updated 07 December 2014 by Malden man
- WiFi : Yes last updated 07 August 2019 by Quinno _
