1. The Nest Coffee House in Portswood
After landing at Southampton airport, head straight to Nest Coffee House for a great cup of coffee. The establishment is renowned for its unique roasts. Americano, latte or cappuccino... accompany your drink with a sweet treat. The café prepares tasty doughnuts every day.
In a friendly atmosphere, you'll enjoy these 100% vegan artisanal pastries. Let yourself be surprised by original icings in flavors such as lemon and poppy seed, biscoff cheesecake, pumpkin spice, maple and peanut butter.
The Nest Coffee House also offers a selection of milkshakes in surprising flavors, as well as a variety of iced teas, smoothies...
2. Banana Wharf on the Southampton docks
It's the ideal place to enjoy a drink or dine by the water. Located in Ocean Village, Banana Wharf is the fruit of Southampton's wharf history. At the end of the 19th century, in the 1880s, the Fiffe company began importing bananas from the West Indies. The marina offered a basin deep enough for commercial vessels.
For over 15 years, Banana Wharf has been welcoming diners to the maritime district to enjoy the large decorative murals or the view of the luxury yachts. The menu features oriental and tropical dishes, as well as classic dishes and seafood. The restaurant also offers Nasi Goreng, an Asian-influenced rice dish, as well as refreshing salads and vegan dishes.
3. Mango in the cultural district
In Southampton's cultural district, you can enjoy the city's lively cultural scene. Between concert halls, entertainment, museums and art galleries, stop off at Mango for a bite to eat.
This tapas bar, located not far from the Mayflower Theatre, is housed in a historic Southampton building. Thai cuisine is the establishment's specialty, but you'll also find street food. Mango's chefs prepare your dishes to order. Menus are available to suit vegetarian and gluten-free diets.
Mango's cuisine encourages sharing, as in Thailand, with multiple small plates to sample everything.
4. Ed's Easy Diner in Westquay
Westquay is Southampton's shopping and leisure destination. Amid the boutiques, take a trip back in time at this retro American restaurant. Ed's Easy Diner takes you back to the 50s. The establishment is reminiscent of a typical roadside diner in both its look and its warm welcome.
To a resolutely rock'n'roll soundtrack, sit down at the bar to enjoy a milkshake, or take a seat on a banquette waiting for a salted beef burger, hot dog or salad.
5. XOXO on Oxford street
Located on Oxford Street, XOXO offers everything from breakfast to all-you-can-eat brunch. The establishment concocts its dishes with fresh, local ingredients, including bread from Hoxton Bakehouse, as well as special XOXO sausage and smoked bacon from Meadow Brook butchers.
The venue also offers a wide range of drinks, from milkshakes to cocktails, not forgetting wines and spirits. XOXO also has a private bar in the basement for late-night parties.
6. Funky Flamingo at Bedford Place
This is a unique and exotic place in Southampton. This lounge bar on Bedford Place boasts an unusual terrace. The roof garden is open daily until 10 pm.
With a tropical theme, let yourself be carried away by the background music and picturesque world of Funky Flamingo.
The establishment offers all-you-can-eat brunches, and the menu features a variety of dishes inspired by Italian cuisine.
7. Coffeelogy on Vincents Walk
In the heart of Southampton, just a stone's throw from Bargate on St. Vincent's Promenade, you'll enjoy the unique atmosphere of this coffee shop and art gallery, showcasing the work of local artists.
The establishment offers a wide selection of coffees from local roasters, as well as a whole range of teas and delicious pastries. At lunchtime, Turkish bagels and mini-pizzas delight savoury eaters.
Sharing space with a designer desk, Coffeelogy offers a comfortable space for a work session during your trip.