Commercial Road restaurant named as new away pub for Saints matchdays

The Papillon, at 61 Commercial Road, is the new designated pub for visiting supporters on matchdays, starting with Swansea on Tuesday.

The venue can accommodate around 450 fans and is less than five minutes’ walk from Southampton Central railway station.

The Papillon on Commercial Road (Image: Echo)

It is also under a 30-minute walk from St Mary’s, making it a convenient option for supporters travelling into the city for the game.

Papillon is housed inside an iconic Grade II-listed former church built in 1845, opposite the Mayflower Theatre.

The restaurant opened in October 2021 and has become popular with theatre-goers, with the venue known for its sophisticated atmosphere.

Tuesday’s Championship meeting with Swansea will be the first Saints matchday with The Papillon operating as the new away pub.