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The Rockstone, Bevois Valley, Southampton

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63 Onslow Road
Southampton
SO14 0JL
Phone: 02380637256
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Blue Scrumpy left this review about The Rockstone

I hadn't been to this prominent pub for just over 9 years. So I thought it was worth a visit whilst passing by yesterday.

Last time I came, there were 7 real ales. This time there were just 2 and the place was very quiet, despite it being reasonably close to the football stadium that was just emptying out. It's possible that other ales had been drunk prior to the match, but it looks likely that ales are now limited to Timothy Taylor Landlord & Vibrant Forest Pupa. My Pupa was very tasty. There was no sign of any real cider.

Speciality burgers used to be the attraction here. I think they are still being served. But I only saw one table placing an order for food.

Many dirty glasses were littering the end of the bar. It was almost as if the pub had just emptied prior to kick off at St Mary's. Instead, the match had just finished.

I have mixed opinions of this pub now. I really enjoyed my beer, but the selection of ales has certainly diminished and the pub is much quieter than it used to be. Downgrading my score from a 7 last time around to a 6.

On 20th February 2022 - rating: 6
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Moby Duck left this review about The Rockstone

A large square building wedged between two roads. A long U shaped interior with nine pumps on the bar facing you as you enter through the front door, I was more than a little disapointed to find five clips turned around on a Saturday afternoon, maybe an earlier match day crowd had drunk them dry?Beers on were XT8,Cottage Sticky Wicket,Flack Manor Double Drop and Tapstone Cascade which was a little tired in taste.This pub didnt really live up to my (admittedly high) expectations, I would though try it again.

On 14th August 2016 - rating: 6
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Malden man left this review about The Rockstone

A striking symmetrical fronted exterior which has a pleasant front garden which would be nice in sunny weather even if it does face the road. Inside, there is an L-shaped carpeted room with the squint ended brick faced bar in the crook. A few bits of interest on the walls, metal advertisements from the USA, a glass case of revolvers, plastic green hops are wound along the bar top. Seating is of the reassuringly regular type with benches and banquettes.
Friendly at the bar, there are no less than nine handpumps, my visit had Langham Decenium plus also Black Swallow, Flack Manor TPA, Cottage Dragon Slayer, Urban Sessions Porter 28 plus also Urban Island, Vibrant Forest Flying Saucer plus a cider by JJs, The Lighter Side of Life. A decent range there and tasters were offered. As well as the regular measures of a pint or a half there is the option of two thirds, possibly a choice if trying a new beer or if driving. Food is served, heavy on burgers with a wide choice of styles but prices are top end.
I liked this pub a lot and with The Guide Dog nearby there is a good double up.

On 20th April 2016 - rating: 8
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Latest updates View all updates for The Rockstone, Southampton
20th Feb 2022, 17:51
Review submitted by Blue Scrumpy
 
9th Apr 2019, 11:55
Picture submitted by peter ashworth approved

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  • Bar Billiards : No last updated 29 April 2014 by Quinno _
  • Beer Garden : Yes last updated 20 February 2022 by Blue Scrumpy
  • Dog Friendly : Yes last updated 29 April 2014 by Quinno _
  • Hot Food : Yes last updated 29 April 2014 by Quinno _
  • Pinball : No last updated 29 April 2014 by Quinno _
  • Pool Table : No last updated 29 April 2014 by Quinno _
  • Real Ale : Yes last updated 29 April 2014 by Quinno _
  • Real Cider : No last updated 20 February 2022 by Blue Scrumpy
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