WETHERSPOONS pubs are known for their cheap priced drinks and food.
However, sometimes it is hard to know which ones are the best.
They have long been a spot of choice for people from all walks of life including students and pensioners.
Even though most of the pubs have almost identical menus their TripAdvisor reviews do vary.
We've ranked all the Wetherspoons in Southampton so you know which ones to look out for, and which ones to avoid.
The pubs are ranked by star rating, and then by the number of reviews.
5. The Red Lion, Bitterne Road
TripAdvisor rating 3 stars from 100 reviews
Located in Bitterne Village, a pub has been on the site of the Red Lion since 1830.
Some of the original structure still survives in this much modernised and enlarged watering hole.
Despite coming in last place, one recent visitor praised it as the best pub in Southampton.
TripAdvisor user, Milton R, said: "The RED LION is the best PUB in Southampton.
"This is a Wetherspoon PUB so you get an awesome deal here. Best location in BITTERNE suburb. Superb and iconic Pub. Highly recommended."
4. Bright Water Inn
TripAdvisor rating 3 stars from 104 reviews
Trailing in fifth place, the Bright Water Inn can be found on Shirley High Street.
It boasts an outside patio area and screens for watching sports games.
However, one recent visitor slammed the "poor customer service" and complained about cold food.
3. The Giddy Bridge
TripAdvisor rating 3.5 stars from 278 reviews
Set on the bustling London Road, this pub stands in what was once a field, known, in the 17th century, as Giddy Bridge.
However, in modern times, it's now decorated with Saint memorabilia and old photos of Southampton.
In a recent review, TripAdvisor user, Tillyjack1, said: "It's so easy you sit down and order with your phone and a member of staff always comes over to see if we need help I don't know who trains the Wetherspoons staff but your certainly getting it right keep up the excellent work we use these pubs all over the country on our travels cheers."
2. The Admiral Sir Lucius Curtis
TripAdvisor rating 3.5 stars from 228 reviews
Built around 1870 the building served as the Docks Board Office and later as the Southern Railway Docks Office.
It is named after Admiral Sir Lucius Curtis who laid the foundation stone for Southampton's first modern dock in 1838.
Receiving positive reviews, TripAdvisor user, 645darrellf, said: "I pop in fairly frequently for the breakfast muffins or a small breakfast. Food always well cooked. Hot and tasty. Always found staff to be friendly particularly Sue and Jo. Also very hot on COVID Secure measures ensuring you have checked in. Worth a visit."
1. The Standing Order
TripAdvisor rating 3.5 stars from 585 reviews
Coming in first is The Standing Order.
The building was once used as a bank.
However, it had previously been the site of St Lawrence's church and was reportedly connected by tunnel to Southampton's medieval vaults
TripAdvisor user Carol C, said: "Friendly, helpful staff, cheap drink, huge selection of wine, beer, ales, shorts and mixers. I, don't get ripped off. Don't usually eat here but fish and chips really good, with a free drink."
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