Had a lovley evening at the restaurant tonight with my family for my birthday. Excellent food & service, lovley young waitress who served us all evening.
Thomas Fish (TheElvenGamer)
The atmosphere entering restaurant 1865 through the lobby was lovely and classic. A wonderful venue to the restaurant. All the staff were lovely throughout our time at the restaurant.We dined in on a Sunday afternoon - taking advantage of the Sunday menu featuring numerous roast dinner meat options blended with the a la carte menu with lots of great options available.Our order consisted of the sirloin roast, along with a the starter of the scallops with masala. The scallops were cooked very well - tender and juicy. However the pairing with masala was peculiar.The roast dinner was fantastic. Well executed and presented tender, juicy sirloin cut; accompanied with a medley of roasted vegetables. I thoroughly enjoyed the plate - with a special mention of the huge Yorkshire puddings!Overall, a great experience and would recommend those in Portsmouth/Southsea to visit this restaurant.
Richard Hobden
Fantastic food, well presented and tasted amazing. Staff were very helpful and friendly as well.
Tony Stoneman
Very good meals in a lovely setting and the staff were excellent. My only issue is the concept of adding a ‘Gratuity’ to the bill.Dictionaries define a Gratuity as’ a tip given to a waiter, something given without claim or demand, something given voluntarily or beyond obligation, in addition to the official amount and for their red personal use, given freely as thanks for service.I think simply tacking it onto the end of every bill does not meet those criterion.You may say that I could ask for it to be deducted from the bill but why put that role or embarrassment onto your customer? It doesn’t even say “optional” or “discretionary “Finally, by adding it to the bill and putting through your accounts it is liable for tax, thereby reducing the amount, if any, that goes to the staff.The sum in question is negligible and was paid, it is the practice I abhor.Queens Hotel has responded to my comments above but only addressed one of the 3 issues raised.
Kawali
Not much surprise
Amanda Buchanan
Over priced,check your cake had a dry
Penny Skellern
Lovely for Sunday
Rachael
Visited on a Sunday to try out the roast. Service excellent and nice to catch the sax/clarinet player (I believe that he performs every Sunday). The roast was very good, one of the better roasts I have had in Portsmouth even if the beef was a little fatty. Dessert I opted for the Creme Brûlée which was lovely underneath, just a little disappointed that the topping was burnt. Overall though the meal was lovely and temperature just right (as on a previous visit in the New Year the food arrived cool). And please, if there is a male attendant in the ladies can a sign be put on the door. Will be back ?
Ml Tett
Family and friends met up for a ‘social’. 15 in number with several dietary requirements, but nothing was a problem. Katey, Alfredo and the team ensured everything went smooth.Pre ordering food was a great plus. Only downer was looking at everyone else’s plate before yours was delivered thinking wow, I’d like that. Most had 2 courses, some a starter others a desert. All beautifully presented and only positive comments. Some did choose to add a desert, having experienced how good the starters and mains were.Service was very attentive, but not invasive. Nothing was too much trouble.All said they would return.Try, and then enjoy.
OliviaTett
Group of 15, family and friends. We ate together in the liberty room. Food great, most had 3 courses. Staff attentive and always on hand asking if we'd like any more drinks. Lovely dining experience.
Went for dinner last night. Staff were very sweet as usual. The food was very good but unfortunately cold. People at the next table were also complaining their food was cold. I was there a few months ago also and the chowder was cold. It completely lacked any finesse. Not even a sprinkling of herbs to make the food look inviting. Also a dead plant on the table... Great place for a cocktail but has failed the food test too many times now. Won't be back. Such a shame as the venue is amazing.
Jade Evans
Great food and service. Leah, our server, was fantasticParking: Free parking if you’re a guest at the hotel
Giles Richardson
Birthday Sunday lunch for 5. Had mains and desserts. Food well presented and cooked. Nice to have saxophonist performing at sensible volume in background and general buzz of place. Deserts are quite special and a varied choice. We will be back.
Liz Wood
Fabulous Sunday lunch with excellent Sax background music. The service was superb, I can't recommend this restaurant highly enough.Vegetarian options: The nut roast was delicious and I was impressed that the chef asked whether the Yorkshire Pudding would be a problem for me as it was cooked in Beef dripping, a thoughtful touch.
Had a lovley evening at the restaurant tonight with my family for my birthday. Excellent food & service, lovley young waitress who served us all evening.
The atmosphere entering restaurant 1865 through the lobby was lovely and classic. A wonderful venue to the restaurant. All the staff were lovely throughout our time at the restaurant.We dined in on a Sunday afternoon - taking advantage of the Sunday menu featuring numerous roast dinner meat options blended with the a la carte menu with lots of great options available.Our order consisted of the sirloin roast, along with a the starter of the scallops with masala. The scallops were cooked very well - tender and juicy. However the pairing with masala was peculiar.The roast dinner was fantastic. Well executed and presented tender, juicy sirloin cut; accompanied with a medley of roasted vegetables. I thoroughly enjoyed the plate - with a special mention of the huge Yorkshire puddings!Overall, a great experience and would recommend those in Portsmouth/Southsea to visit this restaurant.
Fantastic food, well presented and tasted amazing. Staff were very helpful and friendly as well.
Very good meals in a lovely setting and the staff were excellent. My only issue is the concept of adding a ‘Gratuity’ to the bill.Dictionaries define a Gratuity as’ a tip given to a waiter, something given without claim or demand, something given voluntarily or beyond obligation, in addition to the official amount and for their red personal use, given freely as thanks for service.I think simply tacking it onto the end of every bill does not meet those criterion.You may say that I could ask for it to be deducted from the bill but why put that role or embarrassment onto your customer? It doesn’t even say “optional” or “discretionary “Finally, by adding it to the bill and putting through your accounts it is liable for tax, thereby reducing the amount, if any, that goes to the staff.The sum in question is negligible and was paid, it is the practice I abhor.Queens Hotel has responded to my comments above but only addressed one of the 3 issues raised.
Not much surprise
Over priced,check your cake had a dry
Lovely for Sunday
Visited on a Sunday to try out the roast. Service excellent and nice to catch the sax/clarinet player (I believe that he performs every Sunday). The roast was very good, one of the better roasts I have had in Portsmouth even if the beef was a little fatty. Dessert I opted for the Creme Brûlée which was lovely underneath, just a little disappointed that the topping was burnt. Overall though the meal was lovely and temperature just right (as on a previous visit in the New Year the food arrived cool). And please, if there is a male attendant in the ladies can a sign be put on the door. Will be back ?
Family and friends met up for a ‘social’. 15 in number with several dietary requirements, but nothing was a problem. Katey, Alfredo and the team ensured everything went smooth.Pre ordering food was a great plus. Only downer was looking at everyone else’s plate before yours was delivered thinking wow, I’d like that. Most had 2 courses, some a starter others a desert. All beautifully presented and only positive comments. Some did choose to add a desert, having experienced how good the starters and mains were.Service was very attentive, but not invasive. Nothing was too much trouble.All said they would return.Try, and then enjoy.
Group of 15, family and friends. We ate together in the liberty room. Food great, most had 3 courses. Staff attentive and always on hand asking if we'd like any more drinks. Lovely dining experience.
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Went for dinner last night. Staff were very sweet as usual. The food was very good but unfortunately cold. People at the next table were also complaining their food was cold. I was there a few months ago also and the chowder was cold. It completely lacked any finesse. Not even a sprinkling of herbs to make the food look inviting. Also a dead plant on the table... Great place for a cocktail but has failed the food test too many times now. Won't be back. Such a shame as the venue is amazing.
Great food and service. Leah, our server, was fantasticParking: Free parking if you’re a guest at the hotel
Birthday Sunday lunch for 5. Had mains and desserts. Food well presented and cooked. Nice to have saxophonist performing at sensible volume in background and general buzz of place. Deserts are quite special and a varied choice. We will be back.
Fabulous Sunday lunch with excellent Sax background music. The service was superb, I can't recommend this restaurant highly enough.Vegetarian options: The nut roast was delicious and I was impressed that the chef asked whether the Yorkshire Pudding would be a problem for me as it was cooked in Beef dripping, a thoughtful touch.
Had a lovely english breakfast freshly cooked.