Bottomless Afternoons in Southsea – Brunch, Live Music & Unlimited Drinks at The Jolly Sailor
If you’re searching for the ultimate bottomless brunch in Southsea with a lively twist, look no further than The Jolly Sailor Southsea. Our Bottomless Afternoons combine everything you love – delicious food, 90 minutes of free-flowing drinks, and incredible live music from The Hill Brothers – creating the perfect daytime party atmosphere by the sea.
🎶 Live Music from The Hill Brothers
Enjoy your meal with the fantastic sounds of The Hill Brothers, who will set the perfect mood for your afternoon. Even better – if you’d like to stay on, you can keep your table for the evening live music / entertainment too, making it the perfect all-day experience. Check out the Hill Brothers Facebook page here.
🥂 What’s Included
For just £30pp, you’ll enjoy:
90 minutes of bottomless drinks
One main meal from our set menu
It’s the perfect way to enjoy a Southsea bottomless brunch experience with friends or family.
🍴 Our Delicious Set Menu
Choose one of these mouth-watering dishes when you book:
Beer-Battered Cod & Chips – served with mushy peas & tartare sauce
Sizzling Chicken or Tofu Fajitas – with tortilla wrap, cheese, guacamole, salsa & sour cream
Don’t miss out on these fantastic Saturday events, starting from 5:30pm until 7pm:
Following Saturdays: 4th July, 1st August, 10th October, 7th Nov, 5th December
📞 Book Your Bottomless Brunch in Southsea Today
Payment is required in full at the time of booking. Please call us on 02392 295195 to reserve your table and confirm your menu choice. Please advise us of any allergies at time of booking. Early booking is strongly recommended.
📍 The Jolly Sailor, 54 Clarence Parade, Southsea, PO5 2EU 🌐 Email for enquiries: thejollysailorsouthsea@gmail.com
New Summer Menu Launch at The Jolly Sailor, Southsea
Classic Pub Food, Seafront Views & Summer Dining in Southsea
If you’re looking for the perfect summer dining spot near Southsea seafront, our refreshed menu at The Jolly Sailor Southsea brings together classic pub favourites, comforting homemade dishes, grill classics and relaxed sharing plates. All served in a welcoming atmosphere just moments from Southsea Common and the Portsmouth coastline.
Whether you’re joining us after a stroll along the seafront, meeting friends for drinks on the terrace, or enjoying one of our live music and entertainment evenings, our updated menu has been designed for laid-back summer dining with something for everyone.
Fresh Summer Favourites at The Jolly Sailor
Beer Battered Fish & Chips On Our Terrace
Beer Battered Cod & Chips
A proper British pub classic done right. Our beer battered cod is freshly cooked in a crisp golden batter and served with chunky chips, mushy peas and tartare sauce. Perfect after a walk along Southsea Common, this comforting seaside favourite pairs perfectly with a cold pint on the terrace while taking in the summer atmosphere.
Why Fish & Chips Became a British Seaside Tradition
Few dishes are more connected to the British seaside than Fish & Chips. By the late 1800s, the meal had become hugely popular in coastal towns across the UK, especially in places like Portsmouth and Southsea where fresh fish was landed daily. Traditionally enjoyed after a day by the sea, fish & chips quickly became a staple of British seaside culture…. best enjoyed with sea air, good company and a view of the coast.
At The Jolly Sailor, our Beer Battered Cod & Chips keeps that tradition alive with crisp golden batter, chunky chips and all the classic accompaniments…. the perfect meal after a stroll along Southsea seafront.
TJS Club Sandwich – Terrace View
TJS Club Sandwich
For something lighter but still packed with flavour, the TJS Club Sandwich is a summer lunchtime favourite. Layered with chicken, crispy bacon, lettuce and tomato on sliced white bread, and served with crunchy nachos, it’s the ideal choice for relaxed dining with friends or a casual bite before an evening of live entertainment.
Home-Made Scotch Egg From Our Starter Menu
Homemade Scotch Egg
Our home-made Scotch Egg is one of those classic pub dishes that never goes out of style. Served with mustard mayo and fresh rocket salad, it’s rich, hearty and full of flavour… ideal as a starter alongside drinks in the sunshine or as part of a sharing table with friends.
Did You Know This About The Scotch Egg?
The much-loved Scotch Egg is believed to date back to the 18th century, with many food historians tracing its origins to London department store Fortnum & Mason, who reportedly created it as a convenient snack for travellers. Over the years, it’s become a true British pub classic and ours is homemade and served with mustard mayo and rocket salad for the perfect modern twist.
The Jolly Sailor Cheese Burger
Straight From the Grill – The TJS Burger
Our grill menu brings big flavours to summer dining in Southsea, and the TJS Burger is a standout favourite. Built with a Bransbury Park beef patty, smoked cheddar and all the classic trimmings, served in a toasted brioche bun with skin-on fries and homemade coleslaw — it’s everything you want from a quality pub burger near the seafront.
Homemade Beef Lasagne
Comfort food with a homemade touch. Our rich beef lasagne is layered with slow-cooked beef and served with garlic bread and salad for the ultimate satisfying pub meal. Whether you’re dining indoors or soaking up the summer evenings outside, it’s a crowd favourite for good reason.
Quality Local Meat from Bransbury Park Butchers
We’re proud to source our meat from local favourites Bransbury Park Butchers in Southsea, a traditional independent butcher known across Portsmouth for quality cuts, friendly service and excellent local reputation. Based on Eastney Road, they’ve become a trusted name in the community, with customers regularly praising their top-quality meat, old-school service and fantastic value. Using locally sourced produce helps us keep our dishes full of flavour while supporting independent Portsmouth businesses.
Meat & Cheese Sharing Board
Sharing Plates, Drinks & Live Music
Summer dining is all about slowing down, sharing food and enjoying great company. Our sharing dishes are perfect for exactly that.
From Loaded Nachos topped with guacamole, salsa and sour cream, to our Meat & Cheese Sharing Board filled with deli meats, cheeses, ciabatta and dipping oils, our lighter sharing options are ideal for relaxed afternoons and evenings with friends.
Pair your food with drinks on the terrace while enjoying our live music and entertainment schedule throughout the season. With views close to Southsea Common and the seafront atmosphere just moments away, The Jolly Sailor is the perfect place to spend long summer evenings in Portsmouth.
Classic Caesar Salad – Light, Fresh & Full of Flavour
For those warmer summer days when you want something fresh yet satisfying, our Caesar Salad is the perfect choice. Crisp romaine lettuce, crunchy croutons, parmesan shavings and creamy Caesar dressing come together to create one of the most loved classic salads on any pub menu.
Ideal for lighter terrace dining in Southsea, it’s the kind of dish that pairs perfectly with a chilled drink, sunshine and views across Southsea Common. Whether enjoyed as a relaxed lunch, alongside sharing plates with friends, or before an evening of live music and entertainment, it’s a timeless favourite that never goes out of style.
Whether you’re searching for classic pub food in Southsea, somewhere welcoming near Portsmouth seafront, or a relaxed terrace spot with live music and hearty homemade food, our new summer menu has something for every occasion. Don’t forget to check out our specials board and sweet treats also!
Weekend Bookings Recommended
Weekend tables fill quickly, especially during live entertainment evenings, so booking is highly recommended. TO BOOK: Call us during pub opening hours, pop us a DM on our Facebook page or send an email. Please note our terrace tables are not bookable, it is first come first served.
And don’t forget our popular Sunday Roasts are served every week with a choice of:
Roast Beef
Roast Pork
Chicken Supreme
Homemade Nut Roast
Roasted Mint Lamb Shank
The perfect way to finish a weekend by the Southsea seafront.
Open Mic Night – Free Creative Music Evenings at Jolly Sailor Southsea
Join Southsea’s Friendly Open Mic & Local Music Scene
Looking for a fun and welcoming open mic in Southsea? Open Mic & More at the Jolly Sailor is a free creative music evening bringing together singers, musicians, performers and music lovers from across the local community.
Hosted by EMiLiYAH, aka EMZ, this relaxed event is all about supporting the local music scene, building confidence and enjoying live entertainment in a positive atmosphere. Whether you’re an experienced performer, a first timer or simply want to enjoy the vibe, everyone is welcome.
There’s no need to book. Just turn up, bring your creativity and enjoy the evening.
Host Emz. Photo credit: Steve Spurgin
What to Expect at Open Mic & More
♫ A Relaxed & Inclusive Atmosphere
This is a pressure-free event designed for everyone. You can sing a song you love, bring an instrument, use a backing track or simply enjoy supporting local talent.
♫ Karaoke Lyrics & The Magic Hat
Karaoke-style lyrics will be shown on screen to help everyone join in. Feeling adventurous? Pick a surprise song from the Magic Hat and take your turn on stage.
♫ Great for Confidence & Creativity
Open Mic & More is a brilliant way to:
Build confidence performing in front of others
Meet people within the Southsea music community
Enjoy free live entertainment
Support local musicians and singers
Boost creativity and wellbeing
Have a fun social evening in a welcoming venue
Event Dates & Times
Open Mic & More takes place at the Jolly Sailor, Southsea from 5pm – 7pm on the following Sundays:
24th May 2026
7th June 2026
26th July 2026
23rd August 2026
27th September 2026
No Booking Needed
No booking required — simply turn up and get involved. If there’s a specific song you’d like to sing, you can message EMZ in advance and it maybe added to the song list.
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