Business Details
Welcome to Bridge Tavern - Your Waterside Retreat
Established as Old Portsmouth's last surviving pub on East Street, Bridge Tavern has been serving quality food and drinks in a historic waterside setting for generations. Our family-friendly environment combines traditional pub charm with modern hospitality, offering homemade classics, daily fish specials, and vegetarian options sourced from local suppliers. With moorings available for boats and a prime location near Gunwharf Quays, we cater to both locals and visitors seeking authentic dining experiences.Our team takes pride in maintaining the pub's heritage while providing contemporary comforts like covered smoking areas and accessible facilities for assistance dogs. Whether you're enjoying our extensive wine list on the terrace or hosting a private event in our function spaces, our commitment to quality remains unwavering.
Services
Waterside Dining
Private Functions
Daily Fish Specials
Vegetarian Options
Mooring Facilities
Highlights and features
- Family-friendly environment with dedicated children's menus
- Daily fresh fish specials from local suppliers
- Vegetarian options available across all menus
- Scenic waterside dining with mooring facilities
- Private function spaces for weddings and events
Services
Waterside Dining
Enjoy our famous homemade seafood chowder and extensive wine selection in a picturesque waterside setting. Our outdoor seating offers panoramic views of Camber Dock with mooring facilities for boats. The seasonal menu features fresh fish specials that often sell out quickly.
Private Functions
Host weddings, corporate events, or private parties in our dedicated spaces with bespoke buffet menus and wine packages. Our experienced team provides tailored solutions for occasions of up to 50 guests in our historic venue.
Daily Fish Specials
Savor freshly caught fish prepared daily using traditional recipes. Our seafood menu changes according to availability, featuring locally sourced ingredients with vegetarian alternatives available upon request.
Vegetarian Options
Discover diverse meat-free dishes across our menus, including dedicated vegetarian starters, mains, and desserts. Our chefs accommodate dietary requirements while maintaining the same quality standards as our regular offerings.
Mooring Facilities
Access convenient mooring points directly outside our pub for visiting boats of various sizes. This service operates alongside our regular opening hours with easy access to our dining areas for boating customers.
People
Dave Reed
Licensee
Dave Reed oversees Bridge Tavern's operations, combining traditional pub management with modern hospitality standards. With extensive experience in the hospitality industry, he ensures the preservation of the pub's historic character while maintaining high service quality.
Questions
What are Bridge Tavern's opening hours?
We're open daily from 12:00-20:00 on Sundays and 12:00-22:00/23:00 on other days. Food service times vary between 12:00-14:30 and 18:00-20:00.
Do you offer vegetarian options?
Yes, we provide dedicated vegetarian menus and meat-free alternatives across all our dishes, including starters, mains, and desserts.
Can I host a private event at Bridge Tavern?
We offer private function spaces for weddings and events with bespoke catering packages. Contact us directly to discuss your specific requirements.
Is there parking available nearby?
Yes, we recommend nearby high street parking or Broad Street Car Park. The pub is also accessible by public transport.
Do you have mooring facilities for boats?
Yes, we provide mooring points directly outside our pub for visiting boats with easy access to our dining areas.
How can I check allergen information?
Allergen details are available upon request. Please contact us in advance or speak to your server when visiting for specific dietary requirements.
