# The Courtyard, Southsea — Reviews & Opening Hours > The Courtyard — Restaurant in Southsea with a 3/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.2/5 from 371 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/southsea/restaurants/the-courtyard (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Restaurant # The Courtyard Clarence Esplanade, Southsea [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=14956045404833259758&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [The Courtyard](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/105500755437527370984) **In short:** The Courtyard is a restaurant in Southsea, rated 4.2 out of 5 from 371 Google reviews, with a 3/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 2 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About The Courtyard The Courtyard operates as a cafe within Southsea Castle. The menu includes Sunday roasts and poke bowls, with portions described as generous. Staff are noted for their friendliness and attentiveness, though service can be slow at times. The venue accommodates children and groups, takes bookings, and offers a quiet setting. Food hygiene rating: 3 out of 5. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [The Courtyard's own website](http://www.thecourtyardsouthseacastle.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM **Tuesday** 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM **Wednesday** 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM **Thursday** 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM **Friday** 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM **Saturday** 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM **Sunday** 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM ## What's nearby - Southsea Castle next door - Live at the Bandstand next door - Castle Field 150m away - The D-Day Story 150m away - Blue Reef Aquarium Portsmouth 350m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google Diners like this cafe's delicious food, including hearty Sunday roasts and fresh poke bowls, and appreciate the generous portion sizes. They also highlight the friendly and attentive staff, as well as the beautiful and quiet atmosphere. Some reviews mention the service can be slow. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.2 / 5 (371 reviews) **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 3 out of 5 – Generally satisfactory **Destination** Southsea Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/805207). [More restaurants in Southsea](https://staycation.co.uk/southsea/restaurants) ★ 4.2 (371 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £10 – £20 [Visit official website](http://www.thecourtyardsouthseacastle.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [07592 475365](tel:07592475365) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Southsea **Plus Code** 9C2WQWH6+79 ### 🏨 Places to stay near Southsea Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DSouthsea%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/southsea/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/southsea/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of The Courtyard? The Courtyard is open Mon–Sun 9:30am–5pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is The Courtyard any good? The Courtyard is rated 4.2 out of 5 from 371 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 3 out of 5. ### Is The Courtyard good for children? Yes, The Courtyard is listed as good for children. ### Can you book a table at The Courtyard? Yes, The Courtyard takes reservations. ### How do I contact The Courtyard? Call The Courtyard on +44 7592 475365. ## More near The Courtyard ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [The Clarence Hotel ★ 4.5 · 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/portsmouth/hotels/the-clarence-hotel) - [Q8 Boutique Hotel ★ 4.2 · 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/portsmouth/hotels/q8-boutique-hotel) - [Southsea Rocks Hotel ★ 4.0 · 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/portsmouth/hotels/southsea-rocks-hotel) - [Stattons Boutique Hotel ★ 4.2 · 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/portsmouth/hotels/stattons-boutique-hotel) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [Battery House 1.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/portsmouth/cottages/battery-house-syk1070068) - [Braganza Apartments - Flat 6 1.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/portsmouth/cottages/braganza-apartments-flat-6-uk41144) - [Flat 5 1.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/portsmouth/cottages/flat-5-uk41143) - [Gunwharf Quays Apartments - No.1 The One Bedroom ’A’ 1.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/portsmouth/cottages/gunwharf-quays-apartments-no-1-the-one-bedroom-a-ukc4003) ### Campsites nearby - [Southsea Leisure Park ★ 3.3 · 2.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/portsmouth/camping/southsea-leisure-park) - [Kingfisher Park ★ 4.2 · 3.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/hampshire/camping/kingfisher-park) - [Croft Lane Green Camping ★ 4.2 · 5.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/hayling-island/camping/croft-lane-green-camping) - [Eastoke Farm ★ 4.2 · 5.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/hampshire/camping/eastoke-farm) ### Things to do nearby - [The D-Day Story ★ 4.7 · 0.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/southsea/attractions/the-d-day-story) - [Southsea Skatepark ★ 4.6 · 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/southsea/attractions/southsea-skatepark) - [Blue Reef Aquarium Portsmouth ★ 3.7 · 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/portsmouth/attractions/blue-reef-aquarium-portsmouth) - [Clarence Pier ★ 4.2 · 0.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/southsea/attractions/clarence-pier)