Milford on Sea
Milford on Sea, often hyphenated, is a large coastal village and civil parish in the New Forest district, on the Hampshire coast, England. The parish had a population of 4,660 at the 2011 census and is centred about 3 miles south of Lymington.
Its western coast is a large bank of shingle below green cliffs. Wikipedia.
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Fish restaurant
Verveine Fishmarket Restaurant is a relaxed and cordial eatery that offers imaginative, modern dishes with a focus on fresh fish. Chef David Wykes creates amazing creations based on the day's catch, providing a thoughtful and creative dining experience in an informal atmosphere. The restaurant also operates as a fishmonger shop during the day, offering wonderful fresh seafood for those looking to prepare a delicious meal at home.
A wonderful experience. The atmosphere was buzzing yet calm, and the food was really special. The staff were super attentive, and the owner, who is also the chef, was extremely passionate, which came across in the food. We opted for the 6 courses @ £85 pp and loved every single one. We decided against the wine package and ordered a bottle instead, which was lovely. Would definitely visit again.
Ti F — Google review
I have only given them a 5 star review simply because there wasn't any more stars available. We enjoyed everything from the moment we walked in.
The service was friendly and welcoming, and the chefs coming round to serve was a nice touch.
The food was exceptional. We went for the 6 course lunch. Though busy, we didn't feel rushed, and each table got the same level of high service.
It's quite telling when all the overhead conversations are about the food.
This is definitely a must visit/experience.
Omg. Spectacular. One of the best ever restaurants - maybe the best. Perfect wine pairings. 100%
Truly amazing! A special journey in textures, colours and flavours blended expertly to create a very memorable meal. I did opt for fish only 8 course menu and did not have the wine pairings although am sure they would compliment and add to the experience. Excellent!
Superb fine dining lunch with more than a nod to Japanese cuisine. Absolutely delighted that we were able to get a table and to taste such delicious dishes. Everything was superb, thank you.
P.S. Astonished to find out later that our accommodation host was responsible for the stunning Resin tables! Each one a piece of stunning artwork.
I cannot recommend this restaurant highly enough. Delicious innovative dishes in a lovely relaxed setting. My friend and I treated ourselves to the 8 course tasting menu which was actually more like 11 courses. The seafood is beautifully prepared and presented with many innovative touches. The flavours are unique and the ingredients are of the highest quality. I will definitely be back and look forward to trying the different seasonal fare. A highly creative team and the front of house staff are relaxed, welcoming and friendly. Fabulous experience. Cannot think of a better pick me up or treat to myself.
First time I have ever been and I would highly recommend to any sea food lover. The food is fresh, you don't know what your going to get till it is served and the waitress or waiter tells you. They leave you to enjoy your food and don't keep asking if you need more drinks. They only have a few tables which allows the chef to be able to cook to a much higher standard, which you taste in the outstanding dishes he prepare for you. We are already planing our next visit.
Small but great restaurant. Food exceptional. Fresh, varied and beautifully presented with excellent service.
98 High St, Milford on Sea, Lymington SO41 0QE, United Kingdom•
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Nestled in a picturesque setting, The Gun Inn offers a cozy and welcoming atmosphere with roaring log fires and charming decor. The menu features an array of dishes made from locally sourced ingredients, including Solent skate wing and New Forest wild mushrooms on sourdough. The pub also boasts a superb wine list and delectable desserts, along with the promotion of local beer.
Fantastic pub. Very tasty food.
The best chips I've ever eaten
Great atmosphere with very personable staff.
Very large beer garden with an outside bar to purchase drinks and order food.
Outside area has massive covered tented area, which is good for hot weather also has heating for colder days.
They have live music events too
The pub was very clean.
We will be back
Highly recommend this pub
Julie S — Google review
Lovely roast this afternoon. The pub was busy, but they managed to give us a table 😀 food was perfect with plenty of well roasted potatoes. 100% worth the 90miles drive. Especially as the key is right outside for a wonderful walk afterwards
This is the second time to have lunch at the great pub. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The menu has a number of locally sourced produce and local beers including the excellent and very local Sea Wall; a pint or two of which is highly recommended. It was good to see a few vegetarian options on the menu sound with locally caught fish shed farmed produce. My only complaint is the lack of custard on the dessert menu and their running out of Yorkshire pudding for the lamb roast 🫣; minor points I know. The buffing itself is delightfully quaint and in close proximity to the coastal path.
Exceptional! The staff were lovely, beer was good and the food was one of the tastiest meals I’ve had in ages. Mackerel cooked perfectly, with a super tasty salsa and hot crispy fries. Way exceeded expectations for a pub. Will definitely return.
I would say this is my favourite pub for lunch in the New Forest. The food and service is great (special shout out to Libby!) and the garden is really pleasant - nicely sheltered, plenty of space between the tables, bar outside for ordering.
Location is perfect for a walk or cycle from Lymington or Milford on Sea.
Highly recommended.
The Gun Inn is always a fantastic spot for a drink in the sunshine. They've got a beautiful back garden, and it's the perfect end (or start) to lots of great walks to Lymington and beyond. The prices are very reasonable, and the staff are very friendly. I didn't have anything to eat, but the food I saw looked fantastic, so I'll definitely be back to sample that!
This pub has one of the most beautiful beer gardens I've ever seen! It's absolutely worth a visit, and I always drink Landlord, but this particular pint was unusually tasty. New keg? Clean lines? Don't know, but The Gun is full of cool things to look at, and they've clearly put a lot of thought and energy into the surroundings. Very enjoyable. Super dog friendly!
We had an excellent dinner here and were looked after by friendly staff.
The meal went at a nice easy, relaxed pace.
Lovely local ale available too.
Very dog friendly and the staff fussed over our four legged family member.
Can’t wait to go back.
Keyhaven Rd, Keyhaven, Milford on Sea, Lymington SO41 0TP, United Kingdom•
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Italian restaurant
Ray's Italian Kitchen is a beloved spot for both locals and tourists, offering a wide range of dining options from morning coffee to brunch, lunch, and flavorful à la carte evening meals. The restaurant boasts a sophisticated ambiance while also housing a deli filled with delectable Italian treats and a sun-soaked courtyard for al fresco dining during warmer months.
We picked up a takeaway Margherita and Prosciutto Crudo. It was the best pizza I’ve ever had, highly recommend and the staff were lovely. Will definitely be returning next time we’re in the area.
Sofia M — Google review
We had another excellent experience at Ray’s last evening. We were lucky to get the table at the front which worked well for the three of us. The service was of its usual high standard and our three starters and mains were very tasty and all off the specials board. We will be back.
The place is closed between 4pm and 5:30pm and we were passing by craving for a cup of tea at 4pm, not realizing the opening times, we entered and we were not sent away, rather welcomed very warmly by a fantastic lady. Had a wonderful short time having tea, coffee and some sweets (Italian cookies filled with pistachio cream and scone). The place looks great and if we'll have another chance surely will return for a dinner too.
The Italian sweets filled with pistachio cream are fantastic, just like in Florence.
Food was good, good atmosphere. Although all the waitresses were very polite and all very helpful, I'd recommend 1 waitress to a set few tables instead of various waitresses all trying to look after all tables. This is where it all got confusing. Overall would recommend.
Really tasty pizza and pasta. Staff were great and atmosphere the same. Nice location. Only downside was I ordered extra toppings on the pizza and could have done with a little more!
I popped in this evening to look at the menu and was disappointed to find they were fully booked (understandably). However, a lovely member of staff explained that if we came back at a certain time, they could fit us in. We returned and were greeted with a very warm welcome. The food, service, and atmosphere were amazing from start to finish. I’m so glad we chose this place – the food was absolutely delicious and the staff were incredibly friendly. Thank you for a wonderful evening!
What a fabulous restaurant.
We were on holiday in the village and ate here twice in the week, on both occasions the food, service and atmosphere were excellent.
They have a great menu and the food is prepared to a very high standard.
The servers/owners were professional and friendly and really mad our visits a joy. You get the impression it's a family run business with a lot of thought & care put into it.
Ray's Italian Kitchen is definitely worth a visit - you certainly won't be disappointed.
Am I the first person to have their Aperol Trifle twice in four days? I think I might be.
Our first evening meal at Ray's Italian Kitchen and it was fabulous! Excellent food, great atmosphere, and very friendly staff. Lovely place for relaxing meal out. Thank you!
11 High St, Milford on Sea, Lymington SO41 0QF, United Kingdom•
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Wine bar
Tucked away in the charming village of Milford on Sea, The Cave is a delightful hidden treasure that beckons food lovers and wine enthusiasts alike. This cozy venue offers an enticing menu for both lunch and dinner, featuring comforting classics like fish and chips alongside more refined dishes such as pan-seared scallops and succulent lamb rump with roasted vegetables.
Been here a few times and this really is a gem that is worth visiting. Situated in Milford on Sea (near Lymington) on the South Coast, this independant bar offers a place to unwind, indulge or shop. A place to buy high-end spirits, wines and beers.
A place to sit, unwind and indulge in cocktails, gins, wines and lager/beer. An extremely tasty tapas menu, served Monday through Saturday, sees many friends and family relaxing and catching up.
Live music on a Sunday evening.
Very much part of the local community and is involved with life in Milford's Village Green,
especially in summer where you can sit on the green and enjoy a glass of something chilled.
So climb onto the off-beaten track and enjoy.
No disabled toilets but there are in the council run carpark (about a 1 minute walk).
L T — Google review
We dropped by the Cave on Friday evening for drinks.
Great atmosphere and lovely staff. Enjoyed the wine so much we had to buy a couple of bottles on our way out.
We didn’t have any food this time, but the dishes we saw going to nearby tables looked and smelt lovely.
Dog friendly too which is lovely.
Highly recommend!
Great ambience about the place. Nothing was too much trouble, with excellent service provided. Food was incredible and spot on. The Banana Colada is out of this world 👏🏻
Until next time… 👏🏻
Lovely surroundings and atmosphere. Wines are excellent. However, there is an issue of recent months:…… the sweeping up around your feet starts around 10pm, yet they are happy to offer drinks orders. Several times we have been swiftly told to hurry up and depart in a very firm fashion, then we are given plastic picnic cups to drink our fine wines in ! ….. A real cheek considering the price of the drinks.. Lacks quality management and customer service from 10pm which is disappointing at the weekend. My advice: is do not order a drink from 10pm- as it is not a relaxing experience. ( The wine shop is excellent and the service is very good at other times of day.)
Never been here before, but on arrival the staff were very attentive and the decor is amazing and certainly not your " normal " bar. Huge variety of wine and wonderful choice of beers on tap.
However there was a table of 4 people and 1 of them was constantly shouting and swearing within the group. We found this quite uncomfortable and moved away to another table which also another couple had done.
Even her own group were telling her to shut up!
Not sure if staff did anything but wasn't the best introduction to this little gem of a place.
The staff were very good and this is no reflection on them.
The sharing platters are very good. Cheese and various types of meat. Only been at lunchtime but I imagine night times are busy and more atmospheric! Good. Recommend!
This is a wine bar , We had coffee and tea and something from the nibbles menu . It was a pleasant way to mid day snack and you can bring your drinks or nibbles out onto the lovely green just across the road . The staff were helpful and friendly.
Great place to sit and watch people on the green as you sit outside. Plenty of room inside with large selection of drinks. You can take your drink across to the green and sit at one of the picknick tables there. Friendly staff and locals.
2 Church Hill, Milford on Sea, Lymington SO41 0QH, United Kingdom•
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Thai restaurant
Nestled in the charming village of Milford-on-Sea, Britannia Thai has been delighting diners since its inception in 2008. This restaurant has quickly become a beloved destination for both locals and visitors from nearby Bournemouth and Southampton, thanks to its authentic Thai cuisine crafted by skilled chefs. The menu boasts an array of specialty dishes that tantalize the taste buds, including Tamarind Duck, Weeping Tiger, and Seaside Town Red Curry.
Enjoyed a great Thai meal here. One of the best Thai meals in a long time. Duck and Seabass were great. Will be visiting again this holiday !
Patrick F — Google review
Amazing place to go and have the experience as Thailand. I had a very simpatic and quite service, I have been in Thailand before and I felt there again. For sure I will be visiting again with my friends or family. If you are lovers thai food go or try it first time. Have an amaxing experience like me!
I’ve gotta say this Thai restaurant was absolutely excellent. The food was extremely fresh and tasty authentic flavours and good portions. The staff were very friendly and it is fairly priced for the quality. I would definitely recommend this.
Got this takeaway tonight. Worst Thai I have ever had in my life and we order Thai food once per week. Normally order from place in Christchurch but they were not taking takeaway orders tonight. This food was bland and not like Thai food at all. One piece of chicken was undercooked per photo. Then looked at older reviews and some other folks have gotten ill eating here. Avoid this place!
Excellent all round. We celebrated our first wedding anniversary here and could be happier. Service was fantastic and food even better. By far one of the best Thai restaurants in the UK.
The food is really nice here, duck spring rolls with hoisin sauce, delicious as was my sweet and sour prawns and egg fried rice, washed down with a glass of merlot. Prices are reasonable, excellent service.
Awesome place to eat! It's super delicious, the service is great and fast, and the atmosphere is awesome.
Great food, able to cater to vegan diet if you ask. Would be great to see some tofu options on the menu
1 High St, Milford on Sea, Lymington SO41 0QF, United Kingdom•
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