Costa Coffee

You'll find this Costa tucked away on Isambard Brunel Road, handily placed for anyone heading to or from Gunwharf Quays but wanting to dodge the tourist trap prices. The staff here are genuinely sound – they remember regulars and don't rush you through your order like you're on a factory line. The coffee's consistently good, which is more than you can say for half the independents in Southsea. It's got that reliable chain comfort without feeling completely soulless. The seating's decent enough for laptop warriors, and they don't mind you camping out with a flat white for an hour or two. Perfect for meeting mates before hitting the shops or grabbing something proper when you're sick of overpriced Gunwharf offerings.