Southampton
🍸 Best Bars
Southampton's bar scene punches well above its weight, shaped by a student population, a thriving port history, and a creative community that keeps things genuinely interesting. From intimate wine bars tucked inside the medieval walls to buzzing late-night spots along Oxford Street, there's real variety here. These are the independents worth seeking out.
77 places in Southampton
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1932 Southampton
A hidden gem bar blending 1930s glamour with Southampton's vibrant nightlife scene.
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6 Barrels
Craft beer paradise with quality brews and welcoming vibes in Totton.
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All Bar One Southampton
Modern chain bar serving beer, cocktails, wine & sharing plates to an after-work crowd.
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Bishop Blaize Romsey
Classic English pub offering real ales and hearty fare in Romsey.
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Bitterne Centenary Club
Classic local bar bringing the community together since 1922.
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Boom Battle Bar Southampton
Epic gaming meets craft cocktails at Southampton's most electrifying entertainment bar.
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Boxcar at Hop City West End
Craft cocktails and local brews meet industrial charm at Boxcar.
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Bring & Mix - Southampton
Cosy spot with a speakeasy vibe where bartenders craft cocktails from spirits brought by guests.
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CRIB | COCKTAILS | SHUFFLEBOARD |
Laid-back bar with quirky decor offering shuffleboard, drinks & all-you-can-eat pizza brunch.
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Clockwork Bar
Clockwork Bar: Your go-to spot for drinks and good vibes in Shirley.
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Cocky Anchor
Classic pub charm meets vibrant atmosphere in Romsey's heart
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Compass Inn
Dog-friendly pub with stripped floors, horse brasses and a pool table, plus cheap lunch deals.
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Comptons Cocktail Bar
Sophisticated cocktails and vibrant atmosphere in the heart of Southampton.
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Dancing Man Brewery
On-site craft brewery in a stunning medieval building. The seasonal specials are always worth trying.
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Dark Arts Potion Bar
Step into Southampton's most spellbinding bar for a night of magical mischief.
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Fleming Arms
Relaxed, family-friendly pub offering comfort food favourites, ales & an ample beer garden.
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Fox & Hounds
Pub with a menu of traditional British dishes and a family-friendly vibe.
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Funky Flamingo Southampton - Lounge & Roof Garden
Cocktail lounge with garden-themed decor offering pizzas, fajitas & tandoori chicken.
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Heartbreakers
Intimate haunt for live music, cocktails & pub grub in a relaxed, rustic-chic setting.
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Hedge End Club Ltd
Hedge End Club Ltd: Your Local Southampton Bar for Great Times
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Hop Inn
Hop Inn brings craft beer excellence and vibrant atmosphere to Southampton.
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Lavarro @The Anchor Inn
Lavarro @The Anchor Inn brings vibrant cocktails and atmosphere to Totton.
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London Road Brew House
Rustic-chic microbrewery featuring its own brand of beers, plus pizzas & other pub bites.
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Master Builder
Master Builder is a vibrant pub offering great drinks and welcoming atmosphere.
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Medbar Southampton
Stylish, modern cocktail bar with weekend DJs & popular Latin dance parties on Sunday evenings.
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Monarch Cocktail Bar
Monarch Cocktail Bar serves expertly crafted cocktails in Southampton's heart.
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Monks Brook
Monks Brook: Your neighbourhood pub for great drinks and good times.
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New Clock Inn
Classic pub offering great ales, hearty food, and warm hospitality.
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O'neill's Southampton
Relaxed chain pub with big-screen sport, live music and Irish-influenced food and drink menus.
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Overdraft Beer & Tacos - Bedford Place
Your go-to Bedford Place spot where cold craft beers meet seriously good tacos.
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Peg & Parrot
Lively local bar serving drinks and good vibes in Totton.
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Popworld - Southampton
Nightclub with speciality cocktails, lighting effects and DJs playing new and retro pop music.
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Raven & Bine
A craft beer haven where hops meet atmosphere in the heart of Southampton.
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Rio's Bar
Rio's Bar: Your go-to spot for great drinks and vibrant atmosphere in Shirley.
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Shenanigans
Shenanigans is a well-regarded local venue.
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Slug & Lettuce - Southampton
Smart bar chain with a cocktail list, a menu of global classics, and contemporary decor.
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Smokin' Barrels Pub
Smokin' Barrels Pub is a well-regarded local venue.
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Southampton Arms
Real ales only, no food, no nonsense. The neighbourhood pub Southampton didn't know it needed.
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Southern Parishes Conservative Club
Southern Parishes Conservative Club offers drinks and social gatherings for members.
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The Alexandra
Pub with movie memorabilia, arcade machines, beer garden, plus screens showing live sport.
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The Attic Southampton
Hidden gem bar offering craft drinks and vibrant atmosphere in Totton.
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The Bear & Ragged Staff, Romsey
Classic country pub with real ales and a menu of traditional pub-style grub, plus a terrace garden.
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The Bittern
The Bittern: Your ultimate neighbourhood bar in Thornhill, Southampton
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The Brewery Bar
The Brewery Bar serves craft beers and great vibes in Botley.
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The Bugle Inn
Cosy pub with wooden beams, dado panelling and exposed brickwork, plus food and regular live music.
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The Butcher's Hook Alehouse
Traditional ale house serving quality pints in Southampton's heart
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The Cowherds
Countryside pub and restaurant with views across Southampton Common from its outside tables.
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The Cricketers
The Cricketers is a well-regarded local venue.
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The Dirty Barrel
A no-nonsense Southampton bar where great drinks and good times never run dry.
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The Dog & Duck
Classic British pub serving great ales and good company.
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The Elephant & Castle
Classic pub offering great drinks and hearty food in Totton.
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The Empress of Blandings Pub & Restaurant, Cadnam
Pub named after P G Wodehouse's fictional pig with weathered wooden struts and flagstone floor.
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The Fishers Pond
Country inn and restaurant with exposed bricks, open fire and an outdoor terrace overlooking a lake.
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The Hobbit Pub
Tolkien-inspired pub and live music venue with exposed brick walls and large terraced garden.
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The Kings Arms
Classic pub serving great drinks and good company in Shirley
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The Mayflower Village
A historic Southampton bar steeped in maritime charm and warm local spirit.
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The Otter
Traditional, dog-friendly pub offering classic English pub grub, local ales and a beer garden.
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The Park Inn
Friendly local pub offering great drinks and warm hospitality.
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The Plume Of Feathers Stonehouse
Pub with all-day dining from unlimited breakfasts to carvery roasts, plus TV sport and quiz nights.
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The Railway Inn Botley
Classic pub offering classic grills and homemade dishes, including Sunday roasts, plus weekly quiz.
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The Red Lion
Tudor-style tavern offering tap brews & traditional English grub, including fish & chips.
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The Robin Hood
Classic local pub offering traditional ales and welcoming atmosphere.
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The Rover Inn
Classic local pub offering warm hospitality and traditional British charm.
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The Salisbury Arms
Classic local pub offering quality ales and traditional hospitality
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The Ship Inn
Varied pub menus are offered at this classic red-brick pub with wood beams and a beer garden.
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The Shooting Star
Lively pub with regular DJ nights and large beer garden, with local ales and pool table, open late.
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The Social
Southampton's favourite spot for craft beers, great music, and good company.
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The South Western Arms
Classic local pub serving drinks and good company in Southampton
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The Station
The Station is Southampton's go-to bar for great drinks and good vibes.
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The Steel Tank Alehouse
The Steel Tank Alehouse serves craft beers in a welcoming, relaxed atmosphere.
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The Stile Inn
Classic local pub offering traditional ales and warm hospitality on Shirley Road.
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The Wheatsheaf
Rural pub/restaurant with a sizable garden and a simple menu, plus pool table and TV sports.
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The White Horse
Traditional country pub offering hearty food and quality ales locally.
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The Witch's Brew Micro Pub
Enchanting micro pub serving craft beers and mysterious cocktails nightly.
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Welcome Inn
Your friendly local pub serving great drinks and good company.
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West End Brewery
British pub offering traditional fare, draft beer, gin drinks & sports on TV in a low-key setting.
