The Alexandra

You'll find The Alexandra tucked away on Bellevue Road, in that bit of Southampton where the real residents actually live. It's the kind of place where regulars have their spots at the bar and the staff remembers what you drink. There's a genuinely warm atmosphere here—nothing contrived about it—and it's got that lived-in quality that makes you want to linger over a pint. The social media presence suggests they're doing decent food too, which sets them apart from the purely drinks-focused pubs dotted around the city.