The Scholars Arms — Southampton

Pub · Southampton

The Scholars Arms

4.1 (1,744 reviews)
££ 📍 166 Above Bar St, Southampton SO14 7DU

About The Scholars Arms

A big Greene King local with plenty of seating, sports on the TVs and a sun-catching outdoor area with proper tables — handy when you need the children somewhere they can be a bit noisy. High chairs, a kids' menu and step-free access for the pram make the practical side easy, and the staff are generally attentive. Food is pub-classic and mostly good: the fish and chips with curry gravy has a real following, the katsu chicken burger has a gentle warmth rather than proper heat, and the cod goujons land well. Two things to know: ordering is by phone app, so a group's plates can arrive minutes apart, and it gets genuinely loud when football's on — one visitor found the TV drowned out conversation entirely. Come at lunch or sit outside if you want calm.

Kid-friendly features

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Kids menu ✓ Likely
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Highchairs ✓ Likely
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Outdoor space ✓ Yes
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Buggy friendly ✓ Yes
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Vegan options ✓ Likely
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Gluten free ✓ Likely
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Noise level Lively
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Booking Recommended
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Best for All ages

Tags

#outdoor seating#pub#restaurant
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