Jade is an exceptional and attentive bartender, I've never had such a thoughtful and proactive bartender and I am lucky she was there.
Robert Drew
A unique pub full of history and excellent food. The beer is well kept. A few 'local characters there.My only criticism is that I'd like my egg yolks runny next time please.
Julie Hayward
The best roast dinner in Southampton by far. My husband loves the chicken and ribs, if you are a big eater this is the place for you. Food is outstanding.
Malcolm R L McDougall
Had a lovely evening here. A very pleasant meal and some good Real Ale. Staff friendly and inter sting and a very atmospheric
Robin D
We normally stay overnight in Southampton before and after going on a cruise and, on this occasion, we travelled from our home in Devon a few days earlier as our 56th. wedding anniversary fell a couple of days prior to embarkation and we thought we would celebrate it in The Red Lion, our usual watering hole when in the city. The place proved to be as excellent as ever and we had our evening meals there on the Friday and Saturday as well as having an excellent Sunday lunch the day before we sailed. The England v Argentina Rugby World Cup match was broadcast in the pub on the Friday and the England victory added to our enjoyment. Saturday, which was our anniversary, also saw the Rugby World Cup Final between South Africa and New Zealand broadcast in the pub and the Springbok's narrow victory after a hard fought match was the icing on our anniversary celebrations together with celebratory complimentary drinks from the proprietor. Superb, ancient, historic pub that should not be missed.
Chryssy Bryan
What an amazing place atmosphere is electric staff are super friendly and welcoming the food is stunning huge portions fab value for money will definitely be visiting again when next in
Joseph Bradley
Nice old pub. Had drinks one day back for Sunday Roast just after. Really good food, service and drinks.
David007Midlands
We were in Southampton for weekend for football and found this pub when walking through the main shopping area. We decided to eat there on the Friday evening and the food was so good we ate there again on the Saturday evening, that says it all. The food was freshly cooked fish and chips, ribs and burgers were amazing, great value and large portions. Definitely give this place a visit in Southampton you won’t regret it
Phillip O'Brien
An amazing experience in a pub steeped in history and clearly one which values its history. We had a great meal there of fish and chips and bangers and mash. Portions were large and the food excellent. The barmaid was friendly and managed a busy workload very well.
Redsionnach
We had dinner here tonight. There is a very good choice on the menu and prices are reasonable. We had fish and chips and bangers and mash. The food was amazing. The pub itself is amazing dating from Norman times and has a strong connection to King Henry V. The barmaid seemed a bit overworked but was very nice.
We were so pleased with our meal at the Red Lion, they booked us in (8of us) despite having already 2 large parties in the restaurant. They let us eat in their very atmospheric bar with our dogs, the decor and the feel of the place is really something else, we loved it!! The food was spectacular, generous portions at a very reasonable price! We also loved the fact that it is very popular with the locals which is always the best sign. There was no vegan option but we knew to expect that. Thank you Red Lion!
Tom Gardiner
A beautifully typical local pub! Good drinks at really good prices, everyone seemed to know everyone else, the service was friendly, and the food was excellent. We made several friends over the course of a few hours one evening. The clientale were also friendly and took an interest in us because we were from elsewhere. It was just an overall wonderful time and we are definitely going back!
Steve Morrissey
Lovely welcome,character of the pub was great,the steak pie was like what grannie made full of meat unbelievably delicious ?
Paul Belanger
Visited the Red Lion twice on a recent trip to Southampton and we found the lamb shank and fish & chips to be excellent. There was a large selection of draught beers and the atmosphere was very social, with football and rugby on the tele.
scott kessler
Very cool old school Tudor pub with lots of character. Bartenders were great and very good selection of beers and a few ciders.
Jade is an exceptional and attentive bartender, I've never had such a thoughtful and proactive bartender and I am lucky she was there.
A unique pub full of history and excellent food. The beer is well kept. A few 'local characters there.My only criticism is that I'd like my egg yolks runny next time please.
The best roast dinner in Southampton by far. My husband loves the chicken and ribs, if you are a big eater this is the place for you. Food is outstanding.
Had a lovely evening here. A very pleasant meal and some good Real Ale. Staff friendly and inter sting and a very atmospheric
We normally stay overnight in Southampton before and after going on a cruise and, on this occasion, we travelled from our home in Devon a few days earlier as our 56th. wedding anniversary fell a couple of days prior to embarkation and we thought we would celebrate it in The Red Lion, our usual watering hole when in the city. The place proved to be as excellent as ever and we had our evening meals there on the Friday and Saturday as well as having an excellent Sunday lunch the day before we sailed. The England v Argentina Rugby World Cup match was broadcast in the pub on the Friday and the England victory added to our enjoyment. Saturday, which was our anniversary, also saw the Rugby World Cup Final between South Africa and New Zealand broadcast in the pub and the Springbok's narrow victory after a hard fought match was the icing on our anniversary celebrations together with celebratory complimentary drinks from the proprietor. Superb, ancient, historic pub that should not be missed.
What an amazing place atmosphere is electric staff are super friendly and welcoming the food is stunning huge portions fab value for money will definitely be visiting again when next in
Nice old pub. Had drinks one day back for Sunday Roast just after. Really good food, service and drinks.
We were in Southampton for weekend for football and found this pub when walking through the main shopping area. We decided to eat there on the Friday evening and the food was so good we ate there again on the Saturday evening, that says it all. The food was freshly cooked fish and chips, ribs and burgers were amazing, great value and large portions. Definitely give this place a visit in Southampton you won’t regret it
An amazing experience in a pub steeped in history and clearly one which values its history. We had a great meal there of fish and chips and bangers and mash. Portions were large and the food excellent. The barmaid was friendly and managed a busy workload very well.
We had dinner here tonight. There is a very good choice on the menu and prices are reasonable. We had fish and chips and bangers and mash. The food was amazing. The pub itself is amazing dating from Norman times and has a strong connection to King Henry V. The barmaid seemed a bit overworked but was very nice.
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We were so pleased with our meal at the Red Lion, they booked us in (8of us) despite having already 2 large parties in the restaurant. They let us eat in their very atmospheric bar with our dogs, the decor and the feel of the place is really something else, we loved it!! The food was spectacular, generous portions at a very reasonable price! We also loved the fact that it is very popular with the locals which is always the best sign. There was no vegan option but we knew to expect that. Thank you Red Lion!
A beautifully typical local pub! Good drinks at really good prices, everyone seemed to know everyone else, the service was friendly, and the food was excellent. We made several friends over the course of a few hours one evening. The clientale were also friendly and took an interest in us because we were from elsewhere. It was just an overall wonderful time and we are definitely going back!
Lovely welcome,character of the pub was great,the steak pie was like what grannie made full of meat unbelievably delicious ?
Visited the Red Lion twice on a recent trip to Southampton and we found the lamb shank and fish & chips to be excellent. There was a large selection of draught beers and the atmosphere was very social, with football and rugby on the tele.
Very cool old school Tudor pub with lots of character. Bartenders were great and very good selection of beers and a few ciders.