Zen Garden Portsmouth & Shisha Lounge
“Zen garden is where every moment becomes a mini vacation in Portsmouth, so garb a seat find your zen and lets make memories. Step into our shisha lounge and explore our wide selection of drinks and desserts.whether you’re a seasoned smoker or a first timer our friendly staff are here to guide you through the experience.”
Quick info
About Zen Garden Portsmouth & Shisha Lounge
On St Pauls Rd in Southsea, Zen Garden Portsmouth & Shisha Lounge is a lounge bar built around shisha, with flavours that run from classic to unusual, including Black Mamba. Staff set up the pipe at the table and check in with guests as the session goes on. The lounge runs a BYOB policy, so guests bring their own drinks and can pair them with the shisha. The menu also lists desserts, among them San Sebastian cheesecake. Music plays in the background. The lounge is open daily, evenings only, and the premises have off street parking.
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention shisha flavors, heated garden seating, BYOB policy and San Sebastian cheesecake.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention shisha flavors, heated garden seating, BYOB policy and San Sebastian cheesecake.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“drove 2 hours for this restaurant..loved the atmosphere specially..cozy and warm…loved the service and food as well..highly recommended”
- Google user
“Phenomenal service, super attentive, genuinely so friendly and kind. First time here and the made us feel so welcome. Great price for the pipe too!!”
- Google user
“i’ve been going since my first year of university and have always been met with a welcoming and enjoyable attitude and service. today i went with my friends and we played a lovely round of mafia. shisha and food/drinks are amazing and i 100% recommend to anyone especially university students if you like the same vibe 😌😌”
- Google user
“I unfortunately did not taste the food but every dish I saw go out out looks amazing. The shiesha really had a lot of flavour and kept the same taste the entire duration. The owner has taken real care in making sure the place look good and greated with a smile and good conversation every visit. It was that good that I went back multiple times during my 2 weeks in portsmouth. Thank you for being so accommodating.”
- Google user
“What a beautiful place with gorgeous shisha and lovely customer service, highly recommend it’s in the heart of Portsmouth 2 min from Southsea train station. They offer lots of choices of drinks dessert and shisha flavours.”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Customer Review Summary
Shisha is what reviewers return to most, praised for its flavour, its smooth finish, and a range of choices running from classic to unusual. One reviewer says the flavour held steady for the entire session, and another pairs the Black Mamba with a San Sebastien cheesecake. Close behind is the service, described as friendly, welcoming, and attentive, with staff who set up the pipe and check in just enough. Several mention the cozy, laid-back atmosphere, comfy seating, and music that is not too loud. The garden earns its own praise for heaters and rain covers. One reviewer likes the BYOB policy, and a university regular describes a round of mafia with friends. Drinks are called decent, and a few mention desserts and food looking good. One visitor staying in Portsmouth for two weeks went back multiple times, each visit greeted by the owner with a smile and good conversation.
Location
Bars near Zen Garden Portsmouth & Shisha Lounge
- The Isambard Kingdom Brunel4.03,7780.2 miWheelchair accessible
ornate historic building, upstairs toilets, lift access
- The Dolphin Pub & Kitchen4.31,3610.5 miReservationsWheelchair accessibleOutdoor seating
roast dinner, cauliflower cheese, cheeseburger
- Spice Island4.43,2590.7 miWheelchair accessible
mussels, dry food, spinnaker views
| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zen Garden Portsmouth & Shisha Lounge | 5.0299 | — | shisha flavors, heated garden seating, BYOB policy |
| The Isambard Kingdom BrunelWheelchair accessible | 4.03,778 | 0.2 mi | ornate historic building, upstairs toilets, lift access |
| The Dolphin Pub & KitchenReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating | 4.31,361 | 0.5 mi | roast dinner, cauliflower cheese, cheeseburger |
| Spice IslandWheelchair accessible | 4.43,259 | 0.7 mi | mussels, dry food, spinnaker views |
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