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Adrian T. • 1 review
10 March 2024
2.5/10Over 1 hr wait for lukewarm chips an ultimate chicken burger ,without a bun, and relieved 3 chicken goujons served on a lettuce leaf with a slice of tomato. A real disappointment for mothers day.
Rachel H. • 2 reviews
7 October 2023
3/10Booked a table, arrived and waited nearly 10mins to be seated, there were probably only 25 people in the restaurant but all the other tables hadn't been cleared away. Apologies were made saying they were extremely short staffed. Our order was taken quickly but it took another 15mins for our drinks to come, another customer who walked up to the bar and was served before us. The fire/security alarm went off twice whilst we were there but these was no reassurance everything was ok. The toilets were unpleasant and had no soap. To be honest I was glad to leave, been there a few times before and this time was very disappointing.
Brenda G. • 1 review
19 August 2023
10/10The plaice I ordered was very fresh and the batter perfect and crispy. We thoroughly enjoyed the meal.
Steve D. • 1 review
16 August 2023
8/10Always excellent fish and chips, however we prefer to have the order taken at the table as the app can be confusing, especially when you're hungry!
David W. • 1 review
19 August 2023
6/10Food was good. Service was very poor. 10 minutes to wait before getting our order, then a long wait before we could order coffee. Only 1 person making drinks. Priority was given to alcohol drinks our coffee was made and left sitting on the counter for at least 5 minutes while other drinks were served.
Anne S. • 2 reviews
15 August 2023
8.5/10Very nice view. Simple fish and chips, whitebait
Greg M. • 1 review
18 June 2023
7/10I’d booked a table but on arrival was abruptly told there was a thirty minute wait for food, almost as though we might decide to go elsewhere. In the end it was only about 20 minutes which was fine but it wasn’t the warmest welcome. We ordered drinks at the bar and were told they’d be brought over but unfortunately they were forgotten, most likely as there was only one staff member behind the bar pouring drinks between taking orders. In the end the drinks and food all arrived together and we all enjoyed our meals. Given it was Father’s Day the restaurant wasn’t that busy yet it felt like the staff were all under pressure and overstretched. However my dad said he liked his food and enjoyed himself which was good. I chose this restaurant as my dad always orders fish and chips. The experience was ok but I won’t be rushing back sadly.
Philippa R. • 1 review
3 June 2023
5.5/10we've eaten here several times before and headed back as we were in Portsmouth and wanted fish and chips by the sea. The food was good but the service was terrible and restuarant looked tired. We will go somewhere else next time.
Richard M. • 1 review
18 March 2023
6.5/10Good food but patchy service. Placed order at bar, took a while for drinks to arrive & then they were wrong; time taken for food to arrive was acceptable, but still no drinks - eventually we had to ask a waiter again, then a manager came and said the drinks order had disappeared from the system so could they take it again. Drinks finally arrived about 10 minutes after food. Only 1/4 or less of tables were occupied so wasn't due to pressure on staff. Fish & chips nice & were able to take away leftovers, whitebait were a bit oily, would be better just dusted in flour/ salt/ pepper than battered.
Malcolm T. • 1 review
19 February 2023
6/10servce good,not offered a child's menue but charged full price for one sausage and chips which on all previous visits were 2! Staff used to take your order but now you have to go to counter like "Pub" food, Large cod was not!
Denise p. • 1 review
11 February 2023
7.5/10Felt rushed after main meal as staff started clearing table before my husband had finished eating. Had quite a long wait for dessert. Main meals was good and tasty, dessert was bought in not homemade.
Andrew T. • 1 review
22 January 2023
7.5/10The food is great but the wait was terrible- 1 hrs 20 mins on Sunday lunchtime.
Lawrie H. • 5 reviews
19 January 2023
8.5/10Very welcoming and friendly staff. Nothing was too much trouble. Food very good and just enough to fill you up! Will definitely eat there again when I next visit Southsea.
Keith B. • 1 review
8 January 2023
8/10Lovely location and decor for a more upmarket seaside experience. Portion size seemed a bit erratic (Senior cod and chips was the same as regular despite price difference).. A pity it was not table service as it wasn't busy.
Peter C. • 5 reviews
6 January 2023
9/10We use Deep Blue whnever we need to eat in Southsea. The food is absolutely excellent and the staff are wonderful - so friendly and helpful. I know the food is cooked from fresh but it does take a long time for the dood to be delivered after ordering. There were only about 10 of us in the restaurant, but it took quite a while - especially the desserts which we had to chase. It won't put us off eating there, but I do wonder how long the waiting times might be when it's a lot busier.
Georgina G. • 1 review
8 January 2023
4.5/10A bit disappointed to turn up and find you need to order online from your table, it’s a ball ache and no one wants to faff around with the online menu and putting in payment details etc. what was wrong with having a waiter/waitress to talk to? To have a ‘restaurant’ experience?
Sian H. • 1 review
4 January 2023
10/10Excellent service. Great ambience. Lovely view. Excellent food
Suzie P. • 2 reviews
22 December 2022
10/10Good restaurant in a great setting right on the pier. The food is well cooked, and the staff are friendly and helpful. A good place to take children, and though its children's menu is limited, it has the classics for them.
Keith T. • 1 review
18 December 2022
9.5/10Not just fish and chips, but Deep Blue fish and chips. Probably the best I’ve ever eaten. Also, Jules gave us such a lovely warm welcome and was so attentive and friendly. If I ever open a restaurant she is coming to work for me. Go there, you won’t be disappointed.
Peter C. • 5 reviews
16 December 2022
10/10We've used Deep Blue on the pier a number of times. The food is always excellent. My plaice and chips were cooked to perfection, as was my partner's steak and kidney pie and chips, although he said the pie was a little on the dry side. Service was very good indeed - very friendly and attentive staff. Sadly we didn't have time to stay and try the cherry pie or the jam sponge, which both sound great!
Alan and T. • 1 review
23 November 2022
10/10High quality fish and chips in pleasant surroundings. Will re visit.
Dee D. • 1 review
8 November 2022
10/10The staff was so sweet and lovely. The Food was FANTASTIC. Beautifully cooked. Excellent size portion and full of flavor. The decor and chandeliers so lovely. Great food and great staff.
Janet B. • 1 review
13 September 2022
8.5/10Part of a chain, but had a really good meal here. It’s clean and well decorated with great views over The Solent. Our waitress Jules was wonderful. Friendly and made sure that we had a great time, as well as supporting the needs of our frail and elderly relatives. Definitely recommend.
Patrick A. • 1 review
4 September 2022
7.5/10It would help to ensure customers are aware that there is no waiter service as such and you can either go and order your food at the bar or on line! Otherwise a nice restaurant with nice food.
Richard A. • 1 review
19 August 2022
8.5/10Pleasant and friendly staff great atmosphere and fantastic views over the Solent. Great for visiting family and friends, will be paying another visit.
Kat H. • 1 review
19 August 2022
6.5/10Sadly this used to have 5 stars from me but today's experience went right down to a 2! £5 for two waters, staff who didn't really know or care what was going on. Very very expensive for what you get, small portions and cold gravy. Facilities needed cleaning and 1 hour later they still needed cleaning. Sadly this place has gone very very downhill!
Christopher G. • 1 review
12 August 2022
10/10Booked online and confirmed by phone as we needed outside seating as we were bringing a dog. From initial call to end of meal the staff were exceptional, friendly and very helpful to please. Decent portions and well cooked food. My mum even was tapping her fingers to the music coming from the fairground ride.
Julie b. • 3 reviews
3 August 2022
10/10This is a lovely fish and chip restaurant with a great view. Good value for money and very smiley staff. We were celebrating our anniversary by returning to where we had our first date!
Jude D. • 1 review
2 August 2022
8/10Lovely evening- with good food.. short staffed but able to cope with a half full restaurant- lovely location . Will come again I am sure our Dutch visitors enjoyed
Sally C. • 1 review
21 July 2022
5/10I ordered regular cod & chips and found the portion small for the cost, the ‘fish’ was mostly greasy batter and the chips were poor. Kids meals were not great either; overcooked chicken nuggets. Used to come here regularly pre-pandemic. Not sure I’d return.
Kate W. • 2 reviews
15 July 2022
6.5/10we were. a large group of 13 and staff were very friendly. Fish seemed over cooked but was tasty enough. The drinks took a while but we did order individually
Ruth T. • 1 review
14 July 2022
10/1019 of us went to the Deep Blue Southsea today. Had a lovely meal, nice view & surroundings. The staff were helpful and friendly. Have been here several times.
Debbie C. • 2 reviews
5 July 2022
5/10The battered cod was fine, not the size it used to be but that is to be expected in the current times. The chips though were so dry they were barely edible. We mentioned this to the manager when he cleared the plates but he just said ‘oh’!
Gerry P. • 1 review
1 July 2022
4/10We live in Southsea and have been regular customers of Deep Blue on the Pier since it opened. Over the past couple of years, we have noticed a marked deterioration in the quality of the food. Yesterday evening represented such a low point that we feel compelled to make this adverse report. Particularly, the fish was over cooked, the ratio of batter to fish was awful, the chips were cold - all in all, it was an awful meal and we will not be returning in the foreseeable future. I should also add that no one came along to ask if we were happy with this meal.
Barry L. • 1 review
26 June 2022
5.5/10Staff were friendly and efficient and although I had a booking nobody seemed interested to note anywhere that I had arrived. Fish was ok if on the small side, increased supply cost maybe, mushy peas warm but chips cold and rubbery like they had been cooked and left for a while. 2 standard Cod chips and peas plus 2 glasses if wine was £42. I can do better than this at other local restaurants so won't be returning. Never going to complain unless food is inedible as never has any affect other than someone saying oh sorry
Ian C. • 1 review
17 June 2022
3/10Seriously understaffed. Staff overworked. Starter never arrived. Took an hour for main course to arrive. Fish was dry and overcooked. Food was barely warm. Been here a few times. It's getting worse. Probably will not go back
Claire G. • 1 review
8 June 2022
10/10The team was warm and welcoming. Very accommodating and looked after our large party really well. The food was excellent as usual and looking forward to our next visit.
Caroline S. • 2 reviews
2 June 2022
4.5/10Visited lots of times. This time and previous visit disappointing. Long wait, over 40 minutes for food and food not as good on both occasions. Staff pleasant.
Anne M. • 1 review
30 May 2022
10/10Great staff. Very welcoming and attentive. Good colouring fun for the children. Lovely ambience in the restaurant with view of the sea Food is very :tasty with good size portions
James O. • 1 review
27 May 2022
5.5/10The staff were very nice and welcoming but the food wasn't great on this occasion and I felt I had over paid for the quality of food that I received, I don't think I would eat here again from this experience
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