# The Monarch, Southsea — Reviews & Opening Hours > The Monarch — Cocktail Bar in Southsea with a 4/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.4/5 from 347 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/southsea/restaurants/the-monarch (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Cocktail Bar # The Monarch 69 Palmerston Road, Southsea [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=6431866237932074795&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [The Monarch](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/112353050701972112822) **In short:** The Monarch is a cocktail bar in Southsea, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 347 Google reviews, with a 4/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About The Monarch The Monarch is a cocktail bar on Palmerston Road in Southsea. The venue takes bookings and suits groups. Espresso martinis and pornstar martinis are among the drinks served. Staff are noted as welcoming by some visitors, though service has occasionally been reported as unprofessional. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [The Monarch's own website](http://www.themonarchportsmouth.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** 4:00 – 11:00 PM **Tuesday** 4:00 – 11:00 PM **Wednesday** 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM **Thursday** 5:00 PM – 1:00 AM **Friday** 3:00 PM – 4:00 AM **Saturday** 12:00 PM – 4:00 AM **Sunday** 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM ### Dinner hours **Monday** Closed **Tuesday** Closed **Wednesday** 4:00 – 9:00 PM **Thursday** 4:00 – 9:00 PM **Friday** 4:00 – 9:00 PM **Saturday** 12:00 – 9:00 PM **Sunday** 12:00 – 6:00 PM ## What's nearby - Farm Kitchen next door - Marie Curie Charity Shop Southsea next door - Sainsbury's Local next door - Go Rogue next door - The Lord Palmerston next door Distances as the crow flies, via Google People say this bar offers phenomenal and unique cocktails, with some highlighting the delicious espresso martinis and pornstar martinis. They also mention the welcoming staff, great music, and lively atmosphere, especially on weekends. Some reviews mention the service can be unprofessional. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.4 / 5 (347 reviews) **Good for children** No **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 4 out of 5 – Good **Destination** Southsea Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1301672). [More restaurants in Southsea](https://staycation.co.uk/southsea/restaurants) ★ 4.4 (347 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £20 – £50 [Visit official website](http://www.themonarchportsmouth.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [023 9234 8808](tel:02392348808) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Southsea **Plus Code** 9C2WQWM6+QG ### 🏨 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 Monarch? The Monarch is open Mon–Tue 4pm–11pm; Wed 5pm–12am; Thu 5pm–1am; Fri 3pm–4am; Sat 12pm–4am; Sun 12pm–12am (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is The Monarch any good? The Monarch is rated 4.4 out of 5 from 347 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 4 out of 5. ### Is The Monarch good for children? Google does not list The Monarch as good for children. ### Can you book a table at The Monarch? Yes, The Monarch takes reservations. ### How do I contact The Monarch? 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