Ship Anson

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  Tammy

  ·2 months ago

  “Thoroughly enjoyed a traditional English breakfast and Sunday Roast. Servers were exceptionally friendly. Social atmosphere. Clean dining room and ladies room. Smoking permitted in an adjacent room. Short walk from train station and to Naval Museum and Ships. Bus stop across from pub.”

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  David Rogers

  ·3 months ago

  “Great Breakfast and the cure for my fragile head this last Sunday Morning! (28/06/26). Once again, a big thanks to the staff at the Ship Anson who were so friendly and were efficient at serving me a Full English Breakfast Coffee and an Orange Juice all in super quick time with fresh ingredients and a smile. This totally set me up for the day - thanks Team.”

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  Nicky White

  ·3 months ago

  “This is a great pub with a lot of Naval History! Great food and staff and can get busy at times with Navy servicemen and women, especially if a Navy ship is in harbour, ours and others!! Also does great real ale!!”

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  Hunter

  ·3 months ago

  “The barkeep was the nicest I have ever conversed with. Even though the bar was quite busy I did not feel rushed to order. The food was good, very reasonably priced for an appetizer and entree, and the atmosphere of the place for someone who likes military history is unparalleled. If you are visiting the dockyard I would recommend this as a go-to.”

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  John F

  ·4 months ago

  “A proper maritime pub down by Portsmouth Harbour. It has plenty of real ales on tap, I had the very drinkable 'Pompey Glory'. It has a lively atmosphere and lots of naval history on the walls. The service was friendly too, it's definitely one to visit when you're in Portsmouth.”

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  Michelle

  ·6 months ago

  “Got to be the best pub in Portsmouth, mixture of locals, Royal navy personnel and visitors to the city. great location opposite Portsmouth Harbour station, 100 yards from HMNB, Portsmouth dockyard, and a very short walk into Gunwharf Quays, owned by Greene king, lots of discounts available, (including military and blue light) some greens king the sunday roast can be hit and miss, but the Ship Anson do a really fabulous roast, all the meals are good. Atmosphere is brilliant, nice easy pace during the night, evenings have a more party feel to it, with karaoke at the weekends, kids are asked to leave by 7ish it gets busy and more rowdy. Some great outdoor seating when the weather is good with a wonderful view of HMS Warrior. Also enjoy the history of the pub, that is actually made up of three pubs originally by different names.”

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  John

  ·6 months ago

  “Fantastic pub Full of naval history Amazing interior Good outdoor seating Good beer Never had food Good service Good value for money 😀 Highly recommended 👌”

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  Fred bigox

  ·6 months ago

  “Food was good, staff were brilliant but the lack of space for wheelchair let it down. Couldnt move in chair so couldnt get to toilets. We were told to order on app but loads said sold out, then we saw people with the "sold out" food, later found out they ordered at the bar.”

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  Andrew Morgan

  ·7 months ago

  “Great "proper pub" Real Ale served perfectly in an old fashioned pint pot ! Excellent service and shout out to Lee think thats his name (barman) a credit to all that is good about Great Britain . Food was decent and good value”

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  Summit to Sea

  ·1 year ago

  “I’m a bit “old fashioned” and being at sea nearly 35 years I do like a good maritime pub. I’ve been in Portsmouth 3 months and I have enjoyed the service and food here at the Ship A! The staff work hard and at times are ran ragged. This is a proud pub with its roots in maritime heritage and the Union flag. Love this place so much I bought the T-shirt.”

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