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Reviewed 24 October 2023

A welcoming LGBTQ environment that rents out space to my roleplaying game club. Great range of vegan drinks and coffees.

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 19 May 2020

I hadn't been to this venue for several years. A trip to the city for a gig in the evening saw the opportunity to drop in first for a bite to eat and a coffee. Lots of gluten-free and vegan options to choose from. I'm...in neither category but don't feel excluded just because I can't get a minced steak smoothy with extra flour.... Service was really gentle and friendly. Snacks great. Coffee really splendid - a different taste to the high street chains. I really recommend this place - when it reopens! All around the setting are books and art and notices of exciting things to do. It probably makes living in Southampton bearable for some people! Highly recommendedMore

Date of visit: March 2020
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Reviewed 15 May 2020 via mobile

We have never been here, ordered during lockdown. Struggle to find healthy vegan food delivered, thoroughly enjoyed our food and will be ordering again and look forward to visiting in the future. Thank you!! P.s brownies are the best vegan brownies we’ve tried!

Date of visit: May 2020
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Reviewed 25 January 2020 via mobile

Went for a storytelling gig upstairs, timed for 7.30, arrived 7.20. No signs or info, upstairs closed off. Went to the cafe style bar at the back and asked about it, was told there would be a call to go upstairs. No offer of a...drink, or welcome, nowhere to sit. Hung about feeling awkward for about 10 minutes, still nowhere to sit. Didn't feel very friendly, by then I didn't fancy carrying on, so I called it a night and left.More

Date of visit: January 2020
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Reviewed 27 December 2019

Love it! Sam Smith's beer and veggie food in the quirkiest cafe in Southampton. There are two levels - the downstairs can be a little cramped and awkward, though quite vibrant. The upstairs is a little quieter and more relaxing, though half the available area...may be used for regular meetings. The walls are covered in paintings, and there are quirky bits all over the place. Really laid back. Wonderful.More

Date of visit: July 2019
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Reviewed 8 August 2019 via mobile

For once, I didn’t plan anything, left it up to Chris to work out, which meant we started off with the Titanic exhibition and a rummage round the shops. The Art House was a great escape from the city centre. Community activities, events and lots...of folk that seemed to know the place and each other gave the place a well loved feeling. A jacket spud for Lilly and we both had a falafel wrap, salad and tortilla chips. My tea could’ve been in a bigger pot (really bigger), but tasted delicious as did the wraps. Portions were very generous. Definitely a place to know and come back to.More

Date of visit: August 2019
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Reviewed 4 August 2019

It is not child-friendly and the food is overpriced. A baby change in the loo doesn't make this a safe place for children to be. This place is aimed at the adult population and I have not found it as friendly as others make out....In fact, when I attended a writing workshop my friend and I were ignored. Food seems dry and old when I went in during the afternoon. I would not recommend this place at all. Cafe Thrive is a much better alternative. Staff talk to you as well and don't ask for donations to keep the business afloat.More

Date of visit: April 2019
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Reviewed 15 July 2019

Great food, fantastic ambiance, they do wacky things and arty things which i love. Amazing please keep it up.

Date of visit: December 2018
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Reviewed 4 April 2019

I popped into The Art House to get out of the rain and found a gem! I enjoyed a very friendly welcome and good coffee, topped off with an outstanding home baked cup cake. Well worth seeking out this super cafe. Great seats in the...window to watch the world go by.More

Date of visit: April 2019
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Reviewed 6 March 2019

The food was that good I couldn’t even utter a word , lush beyond belief . The prices are excellent and the volunteers are amazing all in al, I woul highly recommend this cafe and cannot praise them enough

Date of visit: March 2019
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Reviewed 3 March 2019

I've been here a few times and the food and drinks have always been incredible and reasonably priced too. I love the ethical ethos of The Art House and its many vegan options!! They have really unique shows here regularly with friendly staff that care...about the communityMore

Date of visit: March 2019
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Arthur H, Owner at The Art House Performance Venue & Social Centre, responded to this reviewResponded 6 March 2019

Thank you so much! It really gives us a lift to receive such heartfelt feedback. I will pass this on to our staff and volunteers ;) (Bik)

Reviewed 12 December 2018

Stopped in here for some drinks and snacks with some vegan friends visiting Southampton. Really friendly service (including the local dog), good quality food and tasty drinks - recommended!

Date of visit: December 2018
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Reviewed 4 December 2018 via mobile

Found the art cafe by accident one winter’s day and fell in love with the apple, lemon, ginger drink. The cakes are lovely and the mezze and other dishes are wholesome and filling and really delicious. This isn’t everyone’s cup of tea and the service...can be slow, but I love having this place that feels like visiting someone’s home and is different every time I comeMore

Date of visit: December 2018
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Reviewed 21 November 2018

Visited for the first time to try the vegan roast on a Sunday, and wow. Not only are the staff friendly and fast, but the venue itself is wonderful and the food was absolutely amazing. Seriously, those carrots. There's even a shop out back selling...ethically sound clothes and vegan snacks you can take home. You could definitely get a cheaper Sunday lunch by going to a chain pub or cafe - but if you're the kind of person who's happy to spend a couple of extra quid on supporting an awesome community venue and co-operative, then don't hesitate to visit.More

Date of visit: November 2018
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Reviewed 18 November 2018 via mobile

What a lovely place! Beautifully painted inside with so many quirky details to gradually notice, like the teapots stuck into the ceiling! Live musicians give it a lovely atmosphere. Great menu with lots of delicious looking options. Very friendly staff as well, although the service...was a little slow but it was a packed Saturday lunchtime so that's to be expected. Especially recommend the hot chocolate and cake!More

Date of visit: November 2018
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The Art House Performance Venue & Social Centre is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4.5
  • Atmosphere: 4.5