Top-rated and standout roast dinners
Looking for the best Sunday Roast? Here it from our residential property management team our stand out favourites in Southampton.
Bacaro – 4.7 star rating
Widely considered the best roast in Southampton. High-quality ingredients, generous portions, and consistently excellent reviews. More of a modern restaurant feel than a traditional pub.
Classic pub roasts
The Cowherds – 4.2 star rating
Reliable, traditional Sunday roast with large portions and all the trimmings. Popular location on Southampton Common.
Platform Tavern – 4.6 star rating
Known for roasts served in a giant Yorkshire pudding. Good variety, including vegan options. Cosy historic pub setting.
Duke of Wellington – 4.5 star rating
Classic British pub with strong reviews for its roast dinners. Good value and traditional atmosphere.
Slightly more upscale / gastro-style
The White Star Tavern – 4.5 star rating
A more refined take on the Sunday roast. Good choice if you want something a bit more polished.
Chilworth Arms – 4.5 star rating
Countryside-style gastropub known for high-quality meats and presentation. A bit more premium.
Local favourites
Dancing Man Brewery – 4.6 star rating
Very popular with locals. Strong reputation for both roast dinners and craft beer in a relaxed setting.
The Ship Inn – 4.4 star rating
Traditional, no-frills roast with solid portions and consistent quality.
Experience-focused option
Figurati – 4.6 rating
Waterside Italian restaurant at Ocean Village offering a more stylish, restaurant-style roast. Strong on atmosphere and presentation, but more about the overall experience than a classic pub roast.
Quick picks
Best overall: Bacaro
Best traditional pub roast: The Cowherds or Duke of Wellington
Best atmosphere / date spot: Figurati
Best for beer and roast combo: Dancing Man Brewery
Best for a more premium meal: White Star Tavern or Chilworth Arms

