Gunwharf Quays street food festival is taking place from Friday, August 1 until Sunday, August 3, giving people the chance to try out street food stalls inspired by cultures across the world. The News headed to event on Friday to capture scenes from the day as family and friends enjoyed many food offerings set up in the Plaza.
The stalls on offer include Riddle & Finn’s Oysters from Brighton, Southampton-based sushi experts Woosabi, and Portsmouth’s FISH, best known for their delectable lobster rolls. There is much more besides though with Italian, Spanish, Indian and Mexican cuisines all represented.
Find 15 pictures of the day below:

5. Gunwharf Street Food Festival
The Gunwharf Quays Street Food Festival is running from Friday, August 1 to Sunday, August 3, 2025. Picture: Sarah Standing (010825-7958) Photo: Sarah Standing

6. Gunwharf Street Food Festival
People made the most of the sunny conditions to enjoy the Street Food Festival. Picture: Sarah Standing (010825-1420) Photo: Sarah Standing

7. Gunwharf Street Food Festival
Curt Daly of Berry & Co and from Southsea. Picture: Sarah Standing (010825-7948) Photo: Sarah Standing

8. Gunwharf Street Food Festival
Stella and John Costick from Southampton. Picture: Sarah Standing (010825-7940) Photo: Sarah Standing

