During September, National World will be celebrating food and drink across its 139 titles including The News - and I will be showcasing some of the best places to visit based on reader opinions and our personal favourites. As part of our food and drink month, I asked our readers their favourite places to grab a drink – and the votes came rolling in. From Abarbistro to Spice Island Inn to Rapscallions, there is a range of places worth a visit.
Here are 15 places in the city that are perfect spots for a drink:

1. Places to grab a drink
Here are 15 of the best places in the city to grab a drink. Photo: Google

2. The Red Lion, Cosham, Portsmouth
Pictured: Football fans at The Red Lion, Cosham, Portsmouth Picture: Habibur Rahman Photo: Habibur Rahman

3. The Mother Shipton
Located in Twyford Ave, Portsmouth, this Victorian pub has made its mark in the local community. Photo: MS

4. The Ship Anson
The Ship Anson in The Hard, is a top rated venue to grab a drink. Photo: Sarah Standing (170223-9789)