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Water Margin


3.0 of 5 stars 17 ratings  |  Write a review
  • Cuisines: Chinese, Malaysian
  • L08 North Building, Portsmouth PO1 3TZ, England
  • 023 9229 3388

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1 of 5 stars
sussex uk
2 Sep 2009

went here on the night before leaving for france hoping for something ok before the start of the holidays---this was a big mistake. If you want to eat in an aircraft hanger, crammed together like battery hens whilst unable to hear what anyone is saying due to the noise levels then do make sure you get a table. Furthermore if... more

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2 of 5 stars
Southampton
31 Aug 2009

We have not been to the water margin for sometime. It was my son's Birthday and he wanted to go. We were only in there an hour. It smelt like a works canteen! , I had to pick up several plates to find a clean one! The duck pancakes , had no tongs to pick them up so everyone was... more

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5 of 5 stars
England
15 Apr 2009

We often go to Water Margin as a group, and its the best value chinese buffet in Hampshire. There is so much food to chose from, and they have a full buffet menu online. They also serve some english food, such as chips, and a wide dessert range including gateux and ice creams. As soon as you have eaten your... more

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1 of 5 stars
Southampton, United Kingdom
7 Apr 2009

Against my better judgement I went back to the Water Margin in late March for lunch. The place was much quieter than before. The crowds seem to have diminished. The quality of food seems unchanged - oily, greased soaked and gloopy starchy sauces. The variety of dishes seemed to have diminished too. But this seems to be what you bargain... more

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4 of 5 stars
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2 Feb 2009

Great place to go with a group. Good food and great choice. It does feel like a school canteen though! But enjoy it, its not expensive! more

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2 of 5 stars
Port Solent
9 Jan 2009

Having paid almost £50 per head for a buffett on new years eve with a live band I did expect a great evening. I had spoken to the manager prior to the evening to ensure all food requirements could be catered for. They agreed to cook a variety fo vegetarian dishes which were superb. I was with a party of... more

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1 of 5 stars
Guildford
29 Dec 2008
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I would normally avoid places like this (buffets and suchlikes) but I had to go to this place after my (Chinese) girfriend asked me again and again to try it. Moreover, I like healthy and quality food, regardless the style or the way is cooked, and this "restaurant" hugely disappointed me. First of all, we made the mistake of getting... more

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5 of 5 stars
Guildford
4 Nov 2008

We went to the Water Margin, last Wednesday, during half term. When we arrived it was quite busy as it was around 1pm, we waited for about 10 minutes for a table. When we got seated though the food was really nice! The service was pretty good as well, our plates were cleared quickly and there seemed to be staff... more

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5 of 5 stars
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25 Sep 2008

A really great meal out for our wedding anniversary more

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5 of 5 stars
15 Mar 2008

Authentic eastern food and real value for money. A spacious, stylish and modern restaurant with friendly staff. The Tepanyaki chef from Malaysia creates wonders. more

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Water Margin Address

L08 North Building, Portsmouth PO1 3TZ, England
Tel: 023 9229 3388
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.