
Marmion House
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About Marmion House
Marmion House is a restaurant on Marmion Rd in Southsea, built around a five small plates menu that runs through the week. Portions come larger than the small plates format might suggest, with recurring dishes such as padron peppers, beef croquettes and a cheese souffle. On Sundays the kitchen switches to a roast, offered in place of the regular lineup. A wine list runs alongside the food, and table service brings each course out as it's ready. The restaurant takes walk-ins rather than reservations, and it opens Tuesday to Sunday, closing on Mondays.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree parking lot · Free street parking · Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, restroom, seating
- DietaryVegetarian options
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Menu & Prices
73 dishes · mains £5–35- Cheesecake (V)(GFO)£9.00
- Bread And Butter Pudding (V)£9.50
- Churros (V)£8.50
- Vanilla Panna Cotta (N)(GFOA)£10.00
- Gelato (GF)£6.00
- Sorbet (VG)(GF)£6.00
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention five small plates, sunday roast, cheese souffle and wine list.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention five small plates, sunday roast, cheese souffle and wine list.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often point to the five small plates, which several say arrive larger than expected, with the cheese souffle, padron peppers, stuffed mushrooms, beef croquettes and arancini named as standouts. The Sunday roast and wine list also draw praise, along with service and a welcome for children. One Mother's Day diner gave a mixed account, describing vegetables arriving within minutes of drinks being served.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often point to the five small plates, which several say arrive larger than expected, with the cheese souffle, padron peppers, stuffed mushrooms, beef croquettes and arancini named as standouts. The Sunday roast and wine list also draw praise, along with service and a welcome for children. One Mother's Day diner gave a mixed account, describing vegetables arriving within minutes of drinks being served.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“This place is by far one of the best places to eat in Portsmouth and surrounding we dont even live in Portsmouth yet travel in to go for a roast as it is just so good everytime. The staff are so friendly and attentive! The drinks are great, especially the cocktails! Desserts are just amazing too highly recommend the cheesecake! Also been on weekdays and the steak is one of the best I have tried! Highly recommend to everyone! Thanks to everyone at Marmion House you are fab!”
- Google user
“Busy Saturday night service, no table booked but we said we would be quick....beef croquettes, prawn & avocado, beetroot felafel, perfect salty fries.....so good, exceptional service. Will book next time .....”
- Google user
“We've not been here in a long time and believe the business has changed hands since our last visit. The service was excellent, we received a warm welcome and excellent service, even though the staff were busy they were very attentive. We visited on a Sunday so they only have roast dinner but a good selection. The food was well cooked and a really good portion, the vegetables were really nice and the Yorkshire pudding was huge ❤️. We had a dessert to share it was delicious and the ice-cream was really good quality and definitely worth having an extra scoop if you like ice cream. I would definitely recommend visiting. I'm hoping to get back for the weekday menu.”
- Google user
“My husband and I had a wonderful Sunday lunch at The Marmion House in Southsea. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere felt welcoming and relaxed, and the staff couldn’t have been more attentive. Our meals were beautifully cooked, full of flavour, and arrived piping hot. It’s clear the team takes real pride in what they do. We left feeling happy, well-fed, and already talking about when we’ll be back.”
- Google user
“An absolute feast for the eyes and belly! What a delicious dinner we had. The padron peppers, stuffed mushrooms, beef croquettes and the arancini were the stars of the show, incredible food topped off with two outstanding desserts, the banana brioche and the chocolate tart! All washed down with red wine and espresso. The staff were very friendly and the atmosphere was fabulous for a Saturday night, highly recommended and we will be coming back, thank you!”
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
“An independent bar and kitchen located in the heart of Southsea. Our large open plan Victorian building has been re-styled with a modern atmosphere whilst hosting its original features. We are proud to be offering fresh food throughout the day and evening, including locally roasted coffee, delicious wines and beer. Please visit our website to view our current menu.”
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Live music
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Free parking lot
- Accepts reservations
- Dogs allowed
- Dine-in
- Vegetarian options
Show more amenities
- Bar onsite
- Cozy
- Onsite services
- Beer
- Coffee
- Small plates
- Offerings· 5
- Alcohol
- Cocktails
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Wine
- Atmosphere· 4
- Casual
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
- Dining options· 5
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Crowd· 1
- Groups
- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Highlights· 5
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Live music
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Parking· 2
- Free street parking
- Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
- Planning· 1
- Dinner reservations recommended
Location
Restaurants near Marmion House
- Buffalo Restaurant2.91640.2 mi
kebabs, burgers, chicken strips and chips
- Agora Restaurant4.69170.2 mi
mixed grill, mezze, tzatziki
- Gin and Olive Southsea4.58610.2 mi
bottomless brunch, gin selection, small plates
| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marmion HouseVegetarian options · Wheelchair accessible · Reservations | 4.8242 | — | five small plates, sunday roast, cheese souffle |
| Buffalo Restaurant | 2.9164 | 0.2 mi | kebabs, burgers, chicken strips and chips |
| Agora Restaurant | 4.6917 | 0.2 mi | mixed grill, mezze, tzatziki |
| Gin and Olive Southsea | 4.5861 | 0.2 mi | bottomless brunch, gin selection, small plates |
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