Spice Island, Portsmouth
Open Today: 12:00pm - 11:00pm

about our pub

Built on the harbour front in the 1700's, the name derives from being the first place spices from around the world landed. We were historically located just outside the gates of old Portsmouth thus was lawless and home to press gangs for Nelson's Navy. Having ...

Opening Hours

Wednesday
12:00pm - 11:00pm
Thursday
12:00pm - 11:00pm
Friday
12:00pm - 11:00pm
Saturday
11:30am - 11:00pm
Sunday
11:30am - 10:00pm
Monday
12:00pm - 11:00pm
Tuesday
12:00pm - 11:00pm

Serving Hours

Wednesday
12:00pm - 9:00pm
Thursday
12:00pm - 9:00pm
Friday
12:00pm - 9:00pm
Saturday
12:00pm - 9:00pm
Sunday
12:00pm - 8:00pm
Monday
12:00pm - 9:00pm
Tuesday
12:00pm - 9:00pm

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Facilities

Top-notch amenities to make sure you have a great time. Here’s what you can expect when you visit The Spice Island:

  • Disabled Facilities
  • Dog Friendly
  • Family Friendly
  • Beer Garden

What makes us special

Find out what makes us special at The Spice Island and come and join us!

Spice Island, Portsmouth

Located on the Portsmouth waterfront with fantastic views overlooking the harbour, this traditional spacious pub has a beautiful outside patio area perfect for soaking up the sun in the summer months with a refreshing drink.

Our Grade II listed Spice Island pub is less than a ten minute drive from the Portsmouth and Southsea train station. We’re surrounded by natural beauty and close to local attractions such as Portsmouth’s Museum & Art Gallery, and the historic dockyard. Book your beachside visit with us today.

A pub for all

A pub for everybody and every paw, being both dog and family-friendly with wheelchair accessibility and free Wi-Fi.

Delicious food and drink for any occasion

Whether you’re a meat-lover, vegan, vegetarian or non-gluten, there's a dish for everyone at Spice Island. Our appetising menu has plenty of options and is enjoyed by both tourists and locals alike. We serve British comfort food with great flavour, including seaside favourite fish and chips, plus sharing platters and ice cream.

People enjoying a festive drink in the pub

Christmas has come early!

We're putting you on the nice list this year. Reserve a table for four or more before October 31st, and we’ll give you a £15 voucher to use at the Spice Island in 2025!*

(*T&Cs apply)

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