Hen Party in Southampton

Places to Eat in Southampton

As a port city, Southampton has an eclectic mix of different cuisines to pack your hen weekend with tasty treats. Keep your whole hen group re-fuelled no matter how long your Southampton stay is with a range of different, quirky and independent eateries and restaurants that you won’t find anywhere else. It’s easy to make the most of Southampton, especially when it comes to choosing where you’re going to grab a bite to eat. Create memories with an upscale meal or save pennies with a cheap and delicious bite – the choice is yours!

Starting off strong, sometimes it’s best to follow the sheep rather thank taking a risk. When it comes to highly-rated restaurants, it doesn’t get much better than Casa Brasil in West Quay. Favoured by the locals, this Brazilian restaurant is perfect for stepping out of your comfort zone while being confident that you’ll enjoy a tasty meal with the girls. On the flip side, if you’d prefer to be safe with something even the fussiest hens can enjoy, munch on Italian cuisine at La Tavernetta Italian restaurant. Also, in West Quay, who doesn’t love cheesy pizza and comforting pasta dishes in between fun hen do activities?

There’s no other cuisine that warms your bellies quite like Indian food! For sweet, spice and everything nice opt for Coriander Lounge Indian restaurant. Serving classics as well as unique flavours, this large venue is sure to fit your group of girls not matter what the size. If you’re on the hunt for an Instagram-worthy café in case you get hungry in the day, try some innovative vegan food at Café Thrive. Found in Hanover Buildings, this quaint local café welcomes everyone with open arms to try something different and animal-friendly.

1. Life Drawing Class

If you’re looking for something different, a creative experience that includes drawing a nude male model definitely ticks your boxes.

2. Smartphone Hen Party Treasure Hunt

Have some fun around the harbourside city while you answer hen do themed questions, complete challenges and compete for the crown.

3. Pizza Making

Flip your own dough and make something tasty, an experience way more interesting than your classic meal!

4. Bubble Mayhen

Bump, bounce and roll around as you compete in a variety of mini games…oh, did we mention you’ll be in a giant inflatable ball?

5. Single Ladies Dance Party

All the single ladies put your hands up and learn the iconic moves to Beyoncé’s smash hit with the girls.

6. Cocktail Making

Adds a twist to the hen night out and mix your very own tasty cocktails, complete with expert equipment and your own mixologist.

7. Old School Sports Day

Feel like a big kid for the day and sink your teeth into classic games like the egg and spoon race, space hoppers and sack race!

8. Afternoon Tease

While you enjoy deliciously dainty food and drink, and some eye candy to your meal with a naked butler to serve your needs.

9. Disco Dodgeball

Set your hens the challenge of getting active, working together and competing through mini games all to fun music.

10. Dance Hen Parties

With over 40 different themes to choose from and dance to, there’s a fully chore­og­raphed dance party to suit everyone.

Southampton Centre

In and around Watts & East Parks you’ll find a whole host of different bars and gastropubs to see what takes your fancy. If your bride to be is a beer drinker, head over to BrewDog beerhall for their own craft beers and a chilled out vibe. If beer isn’t on the agenda, nip across the road to the old style Orange Rooms are your best bet if you want fruity drinks and 70s inspired décor for something different. As well as the stand out bars, you can always fall back on the array of pubs and gastropubs Southampton has dotted around!

The Sea Front

If you want a drink with a view, Southampton has no competition. Who needs a sunny Spanish holiday for the hen do when you have the harbour here? Some of the most popular options on the seafront include Medbar which is just off the main road enough that you might miss it but definitely worth a visit.

Reasons to Visit

Port City Views

Above anything else, being by the sea is always an experience. Especially if the weather is nice and you can bask in the sun on the beaches or enjoy a cold drink looking out to sea.

Unique Watering Holes

Something that most people don’t know about Southampton is their variety of special pubs. From Themes like the Hobbit to hidden bookstore bars, you’re sure to have a memorable drinking experience.

Home of the Spitfire

Aviation history! Most people have been on a plane, so why not learn the interesting history of aviation while in Southampton at unique places like the Solent Sky Museum?

Street Art

Even while you’re strolling around the streets of Southampton, the street art surrounding the tiny K6 Gallery will take your breath away.

Over 50 Activities to Choose From

In between food, drinks, looking at the views and exploring Southampton, there’s a whopping 50 completely different activities you can add into the celebratory weekend.

Getting Around Southampton

This fairly large city has a large network of buses that run regularly in and around the city centre which is great for longer trips. Southampton Central is the main train station if you aren’t planning on driving in and is situated within the centre, making it easy accessible to and from the city itself.

During the evening if walking isn’t an option for you hens and heels then the local taxis is the best way to navigate the city. If you fancy something different then why not take a River Cruise and soak up the sights.