Absolutely amazing pub our regular because the staff are so friendly the events are off the hook and we all have a great time every time we go there with our kids being family friendly is a massive positive for us

A really friendly, community pub with good food and great staff. We were looked after by a brilliant, friendly staff member, called Georgia, (who I think is from Newcastle or possibly Ireland...it's difficult to tell at times)

We had two really good meals at the Red Lion in Portchester. Layla was one of the people who helped us both meals, along with another younger bartender/server (she was great too, I just didn't catch her name). Layla was super friendly and helpful. The people in both groups at both meals enjoyed their food. They have breakfast all day long there that I really enjoyed. Their chips and mac & cheese are also delicious. I gave everything five stars except atmosphere, only because it's a pub. It's not a five star restaurant. It's a pub, and I'm not putting down pubs. If you're looking for some drinks or an affordable, delicious meal in a pub with a friendly staff, you're going to have a great time in the Red Lion in Portchester.

The food was absolutely delicious, affordable and well presented. There was a bit of a wait from the kitchen, but this was well communicated by the staff. The cutlery, plates and tables were kept very clean. The booths are very comfy but, due to the location, the view is not the greatest (unless you like watching busses go by, then it's a 10/10). Service was absolutely excellent from everyone and all through the meal the staff were checking in to make sure we had everything and we were happy with the food. Empty cups and plates did not stay on the table for long. Toilets are kept in a very good state. The decor around the place was very Portsmouth-centric with a very tongue-in-cheek sense of humour when it came to the bar signs. It's well decorated but it is a bit tired in some areas and could do with minor refurbishment (the cushions of the booth we were sitting in had started to split at the seams, for instance). Parking behind the building is free all day and there are plenty of spaces. All around a wonderful pub and I would highly recommend it.

Nice local pub. Staff friendly and was pleasantly surprised how much good value both the food and drink was. We went on a Sunday afternoon with friends and we all had a great time.