Gosport Tavern is a popular dining destination located in the heart of the city. Known for its inviting atmosphere and delectable menu offerings, the tavern has become a beloved spot for locals and visitors alike. With a diverse menu featuring crowd-pleasing favorites such as mac and cheese, wings, and shrimp and grits, Gosport Tavern offers something for every palate. The laid-back yet vibrant ambiance, along with live jazz music and trivia nights, makes it a go-to spot for a fun and memorable dining experience. Whether stopping by for a casual brunch, a hearty dinner, or a relaxed evening with friends, Gosport Tavern provides a welcoming setting for all occasions. With a reputation for excellent service and quality cuisine, it's no wonder that this tavern has garnered rave reviews from patrons.
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Amenities and More
- Dine-in
- Late-night food
- Accepts reservations
- Credit cards
- Fast service
- Small plates
- Kids' menu
- Free of charge street parking
- Outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed
- Brunch
- Somewhat difficult to find a space
- Comfort food
- Trendy
- Tourists
- Food at bar
- Historic
- Quiz night
Reviews
Was looking for a place to watch the Navy Army game and boy were we happily surprised! The service couldn't have been any better or friendly and the food was absolutely fantastic! Everything was homemade and you could taste the freshness in their ingredients. Wether you are looking for a great American meal or a few drinks, I highly recommend you check out this cozy place.
Stopped by here while in town on business. Atmosphere was warm and charming with a nice whiskey selection. Bartender and patrons were all friendly and they were serving brunch options as well as the normal lunch menu. I decided to try several menu items since I had time to kill. The soup of the day was Pork Chili and it was pretty tasty.
The above 5 sentences were the only positives.
I played it safe by getting the breakfast flatbread wrap. It contained Shredded Prime Rib and scrambled eggs with Cheddar Cheese. I asked for American Cheese (so that it would not be dry) but that was not accommodated. It was flavorless and dry. I then ordered the waffle ($5) thinking that surely it could not be messed up but it was the worst waffle that I’ve ever had. It tasted as if the batter was missing a couple of key ingredients (salt and a leavening agent) because it was chewy and flavorless. I have never had to put salt on a waffle, but I did.
I know that different cultures have different tastes, but based off of the food that i had, there is no way that this place should have a 4.5 rating. Maybe 3 at best for being a nice spot to enjoy the game, a drink, and friendly bar conversations.
It would have been 5 stars if not for the wait time, but there was only one person waiting tables and we understood. So if you have time to wait it's definitely worth it. We got the tuna sandwich and the open face meatloaf sandwich. It was cooked correctly and very flavorful. We will definitely be back!
Tried this place with a friend who'd been there before. It was pretty dead on a Sunday afternoon, people started to get there when we were leaving. Our waiter was very friendly and offered beer recommendations when we asked. The food was pretty good. I got the tuna burger and it was yummy. My friend got the chicken sandwich and enjoyed it. The fries were amazing! The overall vibe of the place was nice; very much a casual, friendly, and quiet pub.
Very friendly staff. Service was prompt. Both my husband's and my orders were very well prepared. Amazing Mac and cheese, fried chicken was very good too not dry. Generous portions (and I have a very large appetite), reasonably priced. We will definitely comeback to try more dishes! Absolutely recommend.
Couldn't get in to the first choice and ended up very happy here. Great spot with some outside seating. Nice selection of draft beers and drinks. Food was great! We got plenty of food for each plate and needed boxes to take some home. The mac n cheese burger was awesome, serious eats! The spicy chicken sandwich was excellent with a nice thick fried breast. Sides were great and I recommend making the choice of substitution if you get a chance. Preston was our waiter and did a fantastic job making sure we enjoyed our visit! This is a great choice for drinks and dining in Portsmouth.
Very yummy, this is the second time I’ve come here and there was trivia which was quite welcoming and fun. The fried pickles were very good, not some cheap frozen stuff, these boys were definitely hand breaded and fried here.
I got the Thai wings which were sweet and the bleu cheese dressing/dipping sauce is so good. Wings do not come with celery FYI. I got the spinach salad which was also so good. Both these dishes had the perfect amount of sweetness. This food is deserving of the five star review and the bar tender is a chill dude. Great atmosphere great food.
The atmosphere was very warm and welcoming. Daniel was at the bar and was really friendly. I had heard really good things about this place. The food was delicious, priced just right, and came out quickly. This is my new spot!!!!
Was looking for a place to watch the Navy Army game and boy were we happily surprised! The service couldn't have been any better or friendly and the food was absolutely fantastic! Everything was homemade and you could taste the freshness in their ingredients. Wether you are looking for a great American meal or a few drinks, I highly recommend you check out this cozy place.
Stopped by here while in town on business. Atmosphere was warm and charming with a nice whiskey selection. Bartender and patrons were all friendly and they were serving brunch options as well as the normal lunch menu. I decided to try several menu items since I had time to kill. The soup of the day was Pork Chili and it was pretty tasty.
The above 5 sentences were the only positives.
I played it safe by getting the breakfast flatbread wrap. It contained Shredded Prime Rib and scrambled eggs with Cheddar Cheese. I asked for American Cheese (so that it would not be dry) but that was not accommodated. It was flavorless and dry. I then ordered the waffle ($5) thinking that surely it could not be messed up but it was the worst waffle that I’ve ever had. It tasted as if the batter was missing a couple of key ingredients (salt and a leavening agent) because it was chewy and flavorless. I have never had to put salt on a waffle, but I did.
I know that different cultures have different tastes, but based off of the food that i had, there is no way that this place should have a 4.5 rating. Maybe 3 at best for being a nice spot to enjoy the game, a drink, and friendly bar conversations.
Location
702 High St, Portsmouth, VA 23704, United States
Hours
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