Delaneys — Restaurant in Portsmouth

I would first like to give a huge thank you to Delany’s and the owner for the enormous effort and delivery of a last-minute request from myself to provide an array of food for over 30 people (within a very, very short period).

Sadly, a large food (chain) company had agreed to provide platters of food for more than 30 people but, 2 days prior to the event I contacted this company to ask for an update and was informed they could no longer meet the order. This was indeed very disappointing and incredibly poor on their behalf. Not to dwell, I asked some of my colleagues about other local restaurants who could potentially supply and deliver my order and was inundated with one name “Delany’s”. After reaching out to the owner, I was very pleased to hear that they could not only supply but deliver on time.

Even though I am incredibly disappointed with the first company, my joy, delight, and gratitude outweigh that due to Delany’s help, and therefore I have written this review.

I thank you and your team once again for your help, and shall use your services whenever a similar event is...

Breakfast Review: Delaneys, Castle Road, Southsea.

Arrived at 0930 just as it was opening and by 0945 it was filling up. Promptly given the menu and knew what I was going to order as I had checked it out online before leaving home. I opted for the Full Delaney with a Cup of Tea. 2 Bacon, 1 Snorker, half Grilled Tomato, 2 Fried Eggs, 1 Hash Brown, Pot of beans, Mushrooms and a round of white toast.

Extra points for putting beans in a pot as I can’t get on with beans near egg

All food was high quality especially the Snorker as I am fussy on mystery sticks as my dad called them

Total Cost £12-50 , pricey yes but all very tasty

The table next to me had Eggs Royale which looked amazing, I will definitely try that next time.

Dog friendly and no screaming rug rats Shiny polished cutlery, big cup of tea Nice atmosphere and it seems a popular choice with the locals

Possible venue for future breakfasts Delaneys

Out of 5 stars...

I’ve obviously been unlucky with this place - on 2 separate occasions I’ve had to wait over 40 minutes for my food. Not great if you’re hungry and a little short of time but even worse when you see the place isn’t at all busy, there are 4 staff (2 on their phones, one nipping outside for a cigarette and just one in the kitchen) and even when you ask about the delay, are given a ‘so sorry, he’s a bit slow’ response. The second time I just gave up - such poor customer service - I drank my tea and walked out without waiting or paying. I doubt anybody even noticed ….. but how sad when you’re trying to support a local business and they don’t appear to even care ? No idea who owns this place but suggest they take a long hard look at how this place is being run. If it was my business I’d certainly want to understand what’s going wrong. Very disappointed as it sounds like the food can be good - but the service is...