Where to eat: the 23 best restaurants in Milford on Sea

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.

Wow what a gem by the coast! We took our dog Martha here and we had one gorgeous fish and chips and one really special vegan fish and chips! It really exceeded all our expectations. The service was phenomenal, quick and the food was perfect. We had just got married in the Isle of Wight and stopped off on our way home, what a treat to have found the lighthouse as the cherry on top of our trip!

After a bit of confusion with the booking (the website isn’t the best format) we were seated in the outside area, instead of in the restaurant. This was no problem as it was sunny, but a tad windy. The staff were really great, with quick and friendly service. We received the wrong order initially, but this was quickly rectified and we had an extra portion of chips for the inconvenience. The Orange Blossom drink was delicious, and the crab sandwich was very tasty. Clean facilities and a lovely location.

Great restaurant. The food was very good, everything fresh and the prices were very reasonable for the quality and freshness of food. Would definitely recommend to anyone visiting. The service was ok, nothing to write about. All in all - very good!

Amazing service from Jasmine most tables outside were praising her she was so professional and sweet! Although the drinks took nearly half an hour to arrive which was disappointing at first but Jasmines kindness and constant attention was more appreciated! We knew we were in good hands as soon as Jasmine came along and checked in on us! recommend especially if jasmines your waitress!

One of the best meals we have had in a long time. Firstly they were so accommodating for a last min table. Heidi was absolutely incredible she was so a attentive, smiley and upbeat making the meal an even better experience. As I'm 8 months pregnant, Heidi really went above and beyond , sneaking us some brownies as we couldn't fit any more food in, plus a beautiful celebration plate with yummy salted caramel ice cream. My partner had the fish and chips not a usual choice for a slap up meal, but Heidi recommended it and i must say he said it was one of the bet he had in along time. I myself am still dreaming of the seabass filets in that lobster bisque. Executed to perfection, a well run team, with character and clearly enjoyed their jobs. Make sure you go :)

My husband and I and our Dog Popped in on Saturday evening and despite it being busy and not having a table booked, we were greeted by a lovely gentleman who found us a table. The young lady who served us was absolutely fantastic and I'm not sure if she was new to the job but she was great, really friendly and helpful. The food was excellent and good portions, not too big but not too small, just the right size. Deserts were mouth watering and despite my best efforts I couldn't finish mine. Lovely evening with amazing food, staff who were so friendly and welcoming and would highly recommend and will definitely be back again when we are in the area

Walked from Shorefield& through the nature reserve to make a lunch stop at The Lighthouse. We had eaten here before when staying in the area a couple of years ago. Again it did not disappoint . We shared whitebait then had pork belly & a fish curry. The food was delicious & portions were generous. Staff were very friendly & attentive, checking carefully with the chef when I mentioned an allergy. The dog was welcomed so no complaints at all. Only wish we lived closer as this would definitely be a regular!

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

Lovely little spot by the sea that can offer bacon or sausage baps and they did a vegan sausage bap for my wife! Friendly people who got water for our fluffy dog. A great place for breakfast with lovely views of the IOW. Perfect on a sunny morning. Thank you

Stopped for a cappuccino and a tiffin cake. My dog and I were welcomed. Prices were very good.

A lovely spot by the sea with a great atmosphere. Unfortunately, the service let the experience down. The food took quite a while to arrive, which is somewhat understandable given the busy lunchtime, but the prices felt high for what was served. When we asked if we could order drinks first, we were told we had to wait until ordering food, which seemed unnecessary. Later, condiments we requested never arrived, and we eventually had to fetch them ourselves despite it being table service. Overall, a nice location but disappointing value and service.

I hadn't been to this cafe for many years since I was a lorry driver in the area. It's had quite a revamp since my last visit and looks beautiful inside. I'd say it's a little pricey but having the view you do of the Needles on the Isle of Wight, a nice park for the kids, plenty of parking and of course the beach on its doorstep, you can hardly complain. The service is exemplary by the lovely staff that work there and the food is very tasty. Really enjoyed a trip down memory lane

Nice little cafe by the sea, serves beverages and some food. we stopped in for coffee on a windy autumn day and watched the sun and waves from our seat at the big table. service was friendly with younger staff which kept the environment upbeat. its not fancy, its quite simple with a nice view. large car park right by the sea next door so easy to get to.

Great location with the Isle of Wight across the Solent and view of The Needles. Freshly cooked tuna baguettes - very nice.

Lovely cafe overlooking the Solent with excellent views of the Needles, as the name suggests. Plenty of adjacent paid parking.

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.

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!

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.

Popped in during a stay in the area and were greeted by a lovely young lady who advised my husband that unfortunately they are not serving food, not a problem we just had a few alcoholic beverages instead. Very friendly atmosphere and really nice to see a pub busy on an early Friday evening. We were hoping to visit again before heading back home but unfortunately we were unable to but did drive past on the Saturday and it was really busy. Great pub lovely welcoming staff and will definitely be back next time we are in the area

Absolutely superb, from the moment we walked in the door. Witty, attentive hosts, coupled with excellent food and drink. I started with soup (leek and potato, with a dusting of peppercorns, served with white bloomer bread). This was followed by tonight's special, which was the broccoli, leek, and carrot in cheese sauce, shortcrust pie, served with mash, gravy, and mixed greens. Then I had a cheeky blackberry mousse with a shortbread biscuit. My partner Adam had a Calamari starter, followed by lamb and redcurrant shortcrust pie (with mash, gravy, and mixed greens), followed by chocolate brownie and ice cream. Every course was simply delicious and beautifully presented. Lovely setting, very relaxed and friendly.

After a nice long Sunday morning walk with our dog we went to The Lazy Lion for some breakfast. The breakfast was not only delicious, but also really nicely presented. Our coffee and cappuccino were nice and hot and the milk it came with was hot, too, which was great, keeping our drinks hot for longer. The staff was very friendly, too, can’t fault anything and we would definitely visit again.

Fantastic new owner, super welcoming. Very nice addition to the village, great beer garden, relaxed and friendly great pub!

The best traditional pub in Milford on Sea. Well worth a visit. Family friendly. Pub garden nice inside and friendly land lords. Owners have a great sense of humour and are very welcoming.

Amazing pub food! Highly recommend! The owner has top banter and is super friendly and welcoming to all his guests. The outdoor dining is great.. it gets the sun and there's a fire pit for the colder evenings. Highly recommend the fish as a main & a white - the chefs great! Can't wait to return!

Our third visit and what a fantastic experience. Popped in on the off chance for Sunday lunch with friends. Hadn't booked which is firmly recommended but with a commitment to be done in 1 hour a table was found. The host was amazingly friendly without being intrusive, we weren't rushed but service was attentive and quick. Food was spot on, hot, fresh, perfectly prepared and resulted in 4 empty plates. Would have loved a dessert but too stuffed from the main, so next time. We'll be back soon!

This place is a little gem with outstanding authentic Indian cuisine. Each dish was presented beautifully with extra care by servers that helped us choose our plates (so glad we went with their suggestions). Starting our meal with two fresh naan breads we were amazed by all the unique flavours and the meat is so delicious and juicy. I recommend gathering family and friends to try as many dishes as possible. Definitely coming back next time I am in New Milton!

Absolutely incredible place - I truly recommend. We were staying in Milford on Sea for a brief holiday, and whilst we all love Indian, it was not particularly a cuisine we were planning to have whilst there, but it smelled so good as we walked by that we decided to go in, and it was one of the best parts of our holiday - and definitely the best place we ate. In fact, we all agreed it was the best Indian we ever had. The food was delicious, and my dad ended up trying something he'd never had before, on recommendation from one of the staff, that has now become his favourite dish. The flavours of all the dishes were rich and authentic - somewhat different to some other Indians I've had before, but only in that there seemed to be a greater variety of spices and a slightly sweeter profile to some dishes, which made it truly something special. The staff were also tremendously warm and welcoming, and it was clear how much passion had gone into the restaurant. We were predominately served by the son of the owner, and it was evident that he truly knew his food and was invested in ensuring his customers had a brilliant experience. We would have eaten there every night of our holiday if we could!

Lovely little place. The staff are very charming and welcome you at the door. Shown to our table and offered a personal Aircon unit as it was a particularly hot evening and quite stuffy in the restaurant. The place seemed clean, tidy and well decorated. Service was prompt, although we were there on a Monday evening, and with an unexpected surge of people the food took a long time to arrive between courses. Which of course can't be helped sometimes. The food definitely wasn't lacking in flavour or colour. We both very much enjoyed our dining experience. We will be returning. Would recommend.

Monsoori Heights is an absolute gem, found nestling among the seaside village shops of Milford on Sea. With a captive audience restaurants in locations visited by tourists can be a little hit and miss, however, this one is superb. Rarely have I encountered such engaging staff. They are polite, friendly and posses an in depth knowledge of the menu. When asked about a particular dish they reel off a list of spices and cooking methods as well as the general flavour profile. We stayed chatting with the front of house for nearly an hour after we had finished eating and left with lots of local knowledge and an understanding of the hospitality industry as well as a couple of recipes! The draft beer is Cobra and was brought over by an incredibly polite barman who was clearly invested in his work. While washing glasses he put exceptional effort into ensuring each one was spotless and sparkling. The menu consist of all the usual Anglo/Indian favourites alongside some authentic Indian curries for those that like to try something new. I was particularly pleased to note that, whilst there are plenty of hot meals on offer, there is no over-reliance on chilli and there are plethora of equally tasty, milder dishes. Rich sauces, tasty rice, delicious pickles and tender meat typified what we ate and the garlic naan bread was perfect. Portions size is good, with the paneer tikka we shared as a starter, as generous as it was delicious. I would thoroughly recommend Monsoori Heights to anyone looking for good food and good service in Milford on Sea.

Fantastic curry and even better service! The gentlemen who work there clearly know their stuff. Highly recommend to all curry lovers.

It's a great restaurant, we definitely recommend We had 3 different mains, 2 different nans, lemon rice and drinks (wine and beer) All extremely tasty, well cooked, home made The prawns were fresh, the flavours were great The staff is very friendly, lovely people and honest family Cheers up for Rebel, communicative, funny and genuine We will visit again! Thanks for all!

The best food of its type in the area. I live in Lymington, so have options. But thus place is the best by far. Quality and quantity. Thank you from Queen Katherine road.

Excellent service, gorgeous decor and fantastic food. As other have said the avocado toast is heavenly and I love the warmth of the harissa beetroot hummus. I’ve also just tried the salmon hollandaise which is served with a hunk of brioche and also avocado. The poached eggs are perfect every time and the addition of avocado makes this even more luxurious. I loved the sweetness of the brioche too.

Went for coffee on our first morning and had such a friendly welcome with our dog. Tegan and Belle were so attentive. We decided to go back the next day for brunch and was not disappointed. Smoked haddock Kedgeree was delicious as was the avocado and smoked salmon on toast. Keep up the good work. Definitely return

We were in Milford on Sea for 3 days. We never go back to the same place twice while we are away but went here three times. Fabulous food and service, we are of that age that know good customer service and I can assure you it is still alive and kicking here! ( and the staff are young, which is doubly impressive) Family run cafe not to be missed if you are in the area. I highly recommend the avocado with beetroot hummus. My husband had the kedgeree which he loved (I tried it too and it was fabulous)

Absolutely beautiful cafe, food was outstanding as was the service! Both had the breakfast pan, it has everything you could have wished for and was cooked to perfection! We will definitely be going back! Loved it! 😊

Me and my husband were delighted to find this lovely place. We were both able to enjoy French Toast, one of which was Gluten-free.

Busy little place in the heart of the village. We dropped in for breakfast and fortunately they had a table free. We had one of the breakfast pans (meat) and one smoked salmon hash, perfectly poached egg on top. Both dishes were delicious. Service was excellent. We will definitely return.

This cafe is exceptional. The food is so delicious and very reasonably priced. They keep the menu small (but change it every day), so they can give fantastic quality. The staff were also very friendly and attentive.

Decent coffee and decent pastries. Not top drawer on either hence the deduction of a star but still miles better than a Charbucks.

Lovely food (so good, I couldn't wait to taste before taking a photo). Great coffee (made with beans roasted by bad hand coffee, which are also really good!) We also ordered some iced coffee to take with us, this was just what we needed on a scorcher like today! They have seating across the road on Milford Green for those who want to eat/drink outside too. Looking forward to going back to try some other menu options 👍🏻👍🏻

Tasty brunch and pastries available, great coffee. Only small, so cosy seating, but works. Dog friendly.

My wife and I cycled (leisurely!) along the sea wall on Sunday morning, stopping at The Paddle on the Green, in Milford, for a coffee and a bacon bap. We sat on the picnic tables, allocated for customers, on the village green itself, which meant the staff had to cross the road with our coffees and food. The bacon baps were very tasty and full of crispy bacon! The coffees were nice and hot, although the baps arrived 10/15 minutes or so later, and the coffees had cooled down a little by then, but hey ho. Overall, a very enjoyable experience, and I'm sure we will be heading back there, in the not too distant future. Keep up the good work!

Really nice coffee, especially the dirty chai with espresso shot! We visited twice just to have it again! Nice location and friendly service, dog friendly too.

This is a lovely cafe, the seating looks very comfy inside and out, I only got a milkshake from here and it was great, if I come back I'll definitely check out the menu

So pleased we stumbled across this place for lunch & coffee. Had: avo on sourdough with beetroot hummus & smoked salmon; and smashed peas, mint, feta & poached eggs on nut & seed loaf. The loaf was amazing! Great coffees too. Friendly staff. Outside tables on the green shared between restaurants. Highly recommend

Lovely pub with a nice beer garden. Staff were welcoming, friendly and efficient. The food was lovely and nicely presented. Not the cheapest place in town but you get what you pay for. ( I think that £5.50 for a side order of onion rings is a little excessive ) Wouldn't hesitate to return though.

Beautiful food and as others say, service can be slow but I think this is because the meals are cooked to order. Nothing felt reheated - apart from the veg bowl that still had cling film on. Lovely place. Please visit if you’re in the area. You won’t regret it.

Fantastic Sunday roast. Very busy. All tables were booked. So we sat in the covered area outside. Cosy blankets were provided. Dog friendly. Great food. Generous Sunday roast.

A really atmospheric village pub with local brew on tap. Good amount of parking with a public car park round the corner. Simply the friendliest and most helpful staff around especially as they were fairly young. We had a Sunday roast for 12 of us. Portions were huge and the beef was pull apart and very reasonably priced. The clientele was fairly old in an affluent area which means two things - value and quality. Glad we had booked as they were having to turn people away who arrived on spec. Will definitely be returning.

Lovely little find. They were busy but still managed to fit us in. Food was really good and they have the best dessert menu ever...be prepared to make some hard choices absolutely lush

I recently had the pleasure of dining at The Smugglers Inn and it was an absolutely delightful experience! From the moment we walked in, we were warmly welcomed by the friendly and attentive staff, who made us feel right at home. The atmosphere was charming and cozy, perfectly complementing the seaside location. The menu offered a fantastic selection of dishes, and each one we tried was nothing short of spectacular. The flavors were rich and fresh, and it was clear that a lot of care went into the preparation. A special mention to the helpful staff who were not only knowledgeable about the menu but also eager to accommodate any special requests. Their service truly enhanced our dining experience. Overall, our visit to The Smugglers Inn was a memorable one, and I can't recommend it highly enough. Thank you for a fantastic meal—we will definitely be returning soon!

Lovely old pub with attentive staff, a good selection of beers. Our food was all excellent and plentiful. It was out last night in the area otherwise we would be going back to try some other home made dishes

Perfect accompaniment to a lovely evening on the beach. Chunky chips, crisp outside and fluffy inside; nice piece of fish; mushy peas. Spot on!

We ordered meal for NYE they arrived without sides the restaurant is unresponsive I will update further. From the ingredients that were there there was a large grey hair in the wellington & the starters & mains were poor. Not a patch on Rick Steins delivery service In response to the response, the answers were the same that the one I emailed you but you never replied to please see attached photo I also sent

Hidden gem. I had the spring tasting menu and was not expecting how good it was! Arrived around noon with only a few people there but within an hour it was pretty full - the service however did not suffer. Will definitely return.

Great food at a good price, they even brought it over to us waiting in the park. Very covid safe :)

Ordered a takeaway for 4 of us for my birthday and we certainly weren't disappointed. Despite traveling from the restaurant in Milford to New Milton the food was piping hot and beautifully cooked. Three of us had the fish and chips (it was Tuesday fish & chip night) which was tasty with no sign of grease. The chips were crispy on the otside and fluffy inside. We had sides of duck spring rolls- which my daughter said were the best she'd ever had; the red cabbage slaw was amazing and we had never tasted such lovely mushy peas. Will definitely be using this restaurant again.

Ordered takeaway, they phoned to let us know they were running 10 mins late which was no problem at all. Absolutely stunning food, generous portions. Couldn't fault it at all. Arrived hot with a friendly and chatty lady. Wine is delicious too. Will definitely be ordering again. Would give them more than 5 stars if I could. Just stunning!

My partner and I absolutely love this place. We have visited three times and each time has been faultless. The restaurant is cosy with good acoustics and never feels crowded even though it's always busy. Service is lovely, very friendly and personal without being overbearing. Great selection of wines at very reasonable prices. Most of all, we have never eaten anything in here that has been anything short of divine. Don't be put off by the relatively small menu, whatever you order will be completely delicious and they are often flexible with off-menu requests.

We had a lovely family meal this evening. The food was incredible. The lamb rump was cooked to perfection. My wife thoroughly enjoyed the Tanglefoot pie. We were served by Alex. What a lovely and attentive gentleman. His customer service is second to none! Saba served our drinks with a smile and Liane moved our table so that we could see the children play in the garden. Thank you for a lovely evening. Would highly recommend and will definitely be back soon.

Called for a basic drink and 4 kids meals on Sunday 21/9/25 sunny fresh day, place was busy. Tables were uncleared and a queue at bar. We got a drink and were told there was a table shortly. When we were seated there was a sea of uncleared tables. I needed to order at the bar, and although there were at least 4-5 staff, everyone was surly and no one made eye contact. I tried to smile and look encouraging but they all seemed sullen and non committal. Eventually I was served by a chap who after my cheery thanks and encouragement finally managed to speak to me! We got our food and left. Very disappointed with the service in such a pretty house. I’m sorry to moan but they need a good manager with enthusiasm and experience in customer service!

Room was initially lovely and with a great view of the Needles, however, the bathroom has a smelly drain issue which was quite pungent and walk in shower was a disgrace with black mould all over the tiles and the shower floor was even in a worse state. The whole walk in shower needs ripping out and replacing. Wooden bed frame and headboard made for a noisy squeeky nights sleep. Considering this was your most expensive room, then it is not at an acceptable standard for the cost of the room. Quality of the food was mediocre and not enough staff on duty to cover the busy breakfast and lunch times with people queueing up at the bar to order food, drinks, coffee etc. The staff that were on duty did their very best to remain friendly considering the heavy workload. We stayed here for 2 nights and never saw the same staff twice ?. Would not stay here again !!!

Three of us visited after a long (very windy) walk down the coast. Food was lovely, service was fab, really friendly staff and the atmosphere was chilled. The reason for the one star knock off was the when we went to leave, we had been told my Mum had paid the wrong bill (she just assumed the amount loaded onto the card machine was what we saw on the printed bill) which we didn’t mind in the slightest, returned inside and paid the correct bill. We were then told by a chap who sorted the rebill “This is why we always tell our customers to check their bill” didn’t really appreciate that as that’s somewhat laying the blame on us. However, we would still return if in the area again.

Fantastic place for a lovely Sunday roast! Absolutely delicious! Alex was our waiter today and he was very attentive to our needs. Would definitely recommend this place for a family get-together! Can't wait to come back!

We had the most amazing mini-moon stay at The Beach House. The guesthouse is beautifully decorated with rustic charm, stunning sea views, and even a glimpse of the Isle of Wight. Our room was spacious and comfortable, and we especially loved the freestanding bath! The staff made our stay extra special. Alex, our first waiter, was so bubbly and friendly – he even brought us complimentary champagne when he found out we had just got married. He was also super knowledgeable about the local brewery’s beers. Leanne greeted us warmly, noticed my wedding bouquet, and remembered us throughout our stay, always checking in. On our second night, Leo was fantastic – he gave great food recommendations and carefully checked ingredients when I asked, showing real care and attention. Overall, this was the best stay we’ve ever had. We’re so glad we chose The Beach House and can’t wait to come back – highly recommend!

Amazing location with incredible views of the sea, gorgeous geogian decor, really great food with lots of vegan options and entirely nut free kitchen- great for us as we have nut, dairy and egg allergies between us! Our server Alex was brilliant, super knowledgeable about the menu, told us the interesting history of the building, and just a lovely guy. Would highly recommend this place.

Just had the most disappointing evening meal at the crown. We looked at the web site and saw the menu, booked our table and were really looking forward to a nice meal. What a letdown! The very small menu on offer was nothing like the one on line. The food was dry and unappealing. What a total waste of money that was. Nice enough staff but it wasn’t a pleasant experience. Definitely won’t return there Edit In all fairness I feel I should add to my review. I received a very pleasant reply from the owner explaining that there was a new menu launch happening and inviting us to try another visit as her guests. Unfortunately we were in the area on holiday and never made it back. I’m sure we would have been more impressed with a new menu. The staff and the ambience were absolutely fine. Dog friendly pub too.

We went out as a group of 4 and had a wonderful evening. The food takes longer to arrive than at most places BUT there is a reason for that. It is freshly cooked to order and it was worth it as it tasted beautiful. Prices are reasonable too. All in all it was a great experience 👍

Nice pub with a welcoming atmosphere and seems to have plenty of events on. Under new ownership, and definitely seems to still be finding their feet in regards to the restaurant side. Scope for improvement going forwards, hopefully the new menu launch will help as this brings better selection of meals. Definitely need to look into being clearer on the menu, what is included in the meal, having an allergy book available and simple things like salt and pepper mills rather than sachets will be a great step in the right direction. Was nice to see vegan options on the menu. Staff were friendly if not overly attentive, similar to an experince eating outside at a pub rather than the inside area. E.g. ordering everything at the bar including drink refills. Food was nice enough on the whole and I look forward to coming back in the future.

Nearest pub to Lytton Lawn, about 15 min walk. Nice enough pub, bit surprised that the Korean Chicken special was fridge cold, next time I'll stick to a burger which looked nice

Not as good as our last visit in 2019. Plenty of outside seating between the pub and the road. Inside was disappointing, very little change from last time, leaving the interior rather devoid of the atmosphere it deserves. As it was an early June evening I cannot comment on the interior lighting. Back then, it was too bright. It was very quiet inside, we were greeted by a friendly young lady and shown to our table. Our drinks order was taken immediately and our food order taken when she brought them. We both had the same starter and mains which consisted firstly of a very small dollop of salmon mash (pate?) with a few salad leaves etc and some teeth shattering croutons. Our main course was chicken Tikka with rice. The Tikka itself was bland, verging on tasteless. A little more whoomph perhaps? (a subjective view of course), but the rice was excellent and cooked to perfection. Drinks prices were a little on the high side, but not excessive. The total bill including drinks came to £72.40 Overall we came away somewhat disappointed. I felt that the pub could have been mademore cosy and don't get me on to the subject of the piped music that was played.

Welcoming staff, nothing was to much trouble. amazing roast dinner, all home cooked. Dog friendly We even won the meat raffle. Young lad came in, phone died, no issue to charge it up and have him a coke. Definitely go back again.

Avoid at all costs! Food was barely edible! The manager (I am assuming) middle aged blonde lady was rude from the get go and seems unable to take any slight criticism on the food served, became very aggressive at a general comment about the food. The poor waiter was rushed off of his feet, he was lovely doing the best he could but unfortunately didn’t get the time to come and check that everything was ok with our meals, honestly I would save your money and go elsewhere for dinner!

I love the Wash House as it is unashamedly a drinking establishment. A real throwback. Staff are friendly with a good selection of beers. They even allow you to bring in your fish and chips from Mr. Pinks.

Great bar, good beer, very friendly staff. Went in with wife and grand daughter. No food served but more than happy for you to bring in. Ate our fish and chips with cutlery provided and played a few of the selection of board games. Would definitely return.

Great little find stayed for a couple of pints really good selection see photos. Quite small but really friendly and busy. Dog friendly.

The Wash House doesn't serve food but supplies plates and cutlery for customers to bring in their take aways. Beer is so flavoursome and the staff are attentive and welcoming. We will visit again ! Take aways available are Britania Thai, Mr Pinks fish & chips and Ray's Italian. All worth trying

Great night there at milford festival Music was better here than actual festival really good fun

Friendly welcome, really well executed with a wonderful atmosphere. The local beers on tap were very well kept, and the gin selection included some regional distillers we'd not seen before. The option to bring takeaway food in, with plates/cutlery/condiments available, is a brilliant bonus.

We had the great fortune of partaking at the Wash House after a difficult journey following the closure of the A31 and very lengthy delays. We were welcomed by two young barmaids who served us a fabulous cerne abbas ales and a couple of delicious fruit ciders. The free nibbles on the bar were much appreciated as we had lost a couple of hours and were very peckish. The dogs were spoiled with treats and we were given a good briefing on the local restaurants and attractions. Great pub. 5 stars. Thank you.

Freshly prepared sandwiches and hot snacks. Decent coffee. Relaxed atmosphere and staff.

Lovely little spot overlooking the village green. Decent coffee and a good selection of food and cakes! Staff are friendly and it clearly has a good amount of regulars! Coffee sizing is a little off (cortado has more milk than your typical flat white!) and a guest pour-over / filter would be a nice addition. Looking forward to visiting again!

Private party of 10 friends asked Chef Jesse for a taster type menu based on game. We had our meal last night and what a meal he designed and provided for us. Absolutely fabulous using locally sourced produce and quality second to none. We will definitely be returning for another special night. Very ably assisted again by Grace. This is our second meal here and the bar just gets higher. I cannot recommend his food highly enough.

Found this amazing little place on our last day of our stay. Coffee is proper coffee that was a blend of my two favourite single origin beans, Brazilian and Colombian creating a perfect black americano and my wife was super happy as they served oat milk latte. The food is of top quality using fresh seasonal produce and my roasted tomato , mozzarella and pesto panini was made to perfection . Some place just slam them in a sandwich press and the result is a flat over done sandwich, but not here , Shows attention to quality . The staff are very welcoming , helpful and watching the chef which I think his name is Jesse at work is great to watch , showing true professionalism. Once the rush of orders had finished he took time to chat and give me some great ideas for BBQing vegetables that I shall be trying out this summer. For any reviews on here saying that the staff are Rude or ignorant then they must have come at a peak time when they are focusing on getting the quality produce out the kitchen. These guys are great and I would highly recommend this place to everyone that is visiting Milford on sea or in the area for a spot of lunch or just coffee and cake. We shall be back every time we visit the area , our new go to spot for lunch.

Delicious food all home made organic, friendly service, and lovely atmosphere

Just popped in for a quick drink. Good selection of coffees and cakes. Friendly atmosphere but don't like dogs being allowed in food places.

Great coffee and the food was fresh. Just be prepared for a wait if it's busy. Staff where friendly and polite.

Popped in here for an impromptu cup of tea and cake. Received a very friendly welcome, even though it was only 30 mins before they closed. We chose two muffins, one chocolate & one lemon - both of which were totally delicious- light and fresh. Will definitely return & I highly recommend stopping in here.

Wonderful bakery & friendly staff. A mix of traditional cakes & modern favourites. Huge & well filled sandwiches too.

Lovely little place with window seating to watch the world go by. The coffee was tasty and cake likewise. I enjoyed the Cornish pasty but it felt like it was missing something, very tasty nonetheless!

I ordered an afternoon tea box for my Mum's birthday. From previous experiences at the bakery, I had high expectations which were by far exceeded! Customer service was outstanding - quick responses, very accommodating and super friendly. There was such a brilliant array of vegetarian sandwiches, with such interesting and delicious fillings (much better than most vegetarian options elsewhere being a plain cheese sandwich). Even though we collected it at the end of the day, everything was still fresh, delicious and wonderfully presented. I would highly recommend the bakery - exceptional value for money.

They provided wonderful food for a Memorial service tea today. Would highly recommend them. The only glitch was the one Gluten free portion got lost in the layout unfortunately.

Discovered this gorgeous bakery when holidaying for a week in Milford-on-sea. Had their pastries most mornings for breakfast, took them down to the beach, delicious! Bought one of their picnic boxes for our day out to the New Forest which was absolutely amazing. 2 Freshly made sandwiches (with PLENTY of yummy filling!), 2 huge halves of a sausage roll, 2 packets of crisps, 2 cakes AND 2 drinks! Really good value for money for what you get in there! Cannot reccomend them enough, thank you for making our holiday so scrumptious!

(Asda delivery driver )Just pop in to grab a tea on the go. As been driving since 4am. And the service was brilliant. Little friendly atmosphere. And there bacon and chesse crossont. It 10/10. Even with a tea with 4 sugers lol

What a little gem. We have spent the last 6 weeks touring England and staying in all types of accomodation. We came across Marine House Boutique last evening and had a wonderful stay there. Excellent reception on our arrival and the best room we have experienced on our trip. Comfy bed, spacious room and a great bathroom. Awesome. There is a restaurant below the B & B and we enjoyed one of the best dinners ever. I adored the paella. We rarely come across a 5 star establishment, so our 5 star rating is given after much thought.

I thoroughly enjoyed staying here for two nights with my son. The room was comfortable (though one bed was rather creaky) and had everything in it that we needed. The welcome when we arrived was warm and friendly, and everything was explained very clearly. It has a brilliant location and the on site restaurant was a pleasure to visit. I wish we could have stayed for longer.

I'd never been there before. We arrived for lunch & waited at the door to be seated. A lady then came & asked if I'd booked & I hadn't, but luckily she found us a table. The restaurant was very full. The tables are quite close together. I wasn't sure if there was more seating elsewhere - we sat just a few tables down from the entrance, on the right hand side. The wait for our food was quite long, possibly due to the amount of people there, but when it arrived, it was absolutely delicious! The staff were attentive & friendly. I'd definitely recommend it. I didn't find it overly expensive. I hope to visit again.

I have stayed in some really nice places, but this place tops them all. Without doubt the best decor of the highest quality, the most helpful host's with great knowledge of the area, best restaurants, places of interest etc, I cannot praise them enough. The views from the room were spectacular and I'm very sorry to be leaving after two superb days, please, if you are in this area, make sure you stay here 😊

Fabulous quiet location overlooking the seafront with amazing views from our room. The owners were lovely Mandy shared lots of local information. Our 'Needles room' was small and compact and ideal for us and attention to detail was high class (beautiful bed side lamps, luxury throws, the boat made on the toilet roll, a fridge, with real milk and condiments). Really clean, would highly recommend a visit, the sound of the sea on the balcony was the best for me on my Birthday morning. We also hired bikes and road the solent way to Lymington and walked to Hurst Castle. We will be returning. Thank you.

Lovely B & B right on the seafront. Our room was at the back of the building but still had a view across the to the sea. Warm welcome by our host who showed us not only the room but the sunroof we could use, had the weather been warmer. Only dropped one star because, although the breakfast was great we were asked to pay for the second cup of coffee as it was taken at the restaurant below which was not owned by our host. Seemed a bit mean considering the boutique nature of the place reflected in the price. All in all a lovely place to stay.

This hotel is absolutely lovely. The owners are so nice and helpful. Full of information and nothings too much trouble. Lovely and clean and stunning views from all rooms out to sea. The raft rocks restaurant for breakfast is not too bad but does need improving with quality tea bags and proper marmalade but also the breakfast we found smelt of fish and garlic in the pans as they are used for the evenings meals so a plate for breakfast is our suggestion. Just little things to complete the high standard that the hotel offers. Will be back.

The food is amazing. Had lunch here with the family, four ciabatta topped with goats cheese and onions, chilly ginger and blue cheese from the isle white but that wasn’t the best thing. The gorgeous coffee was up there in the top 10 coffees I’ve ever had … a must visit

The best I've ever had We visited Pickled Weasel Bakehouse and Takeaway on 18 April '24 There was so much to choose from but eventually we ordered - 1 Chicken, Bacon, Leek, Cheese in a white wine sauce and 1 Sausage, Bacon, Beans & Cheese slice. Originally we were going to have them as takeaway but decided to eat in. Unfortunately I didn't ask the name of the lady who served us but I will say she was lovely, happy, friendly and told us that the slices were made on the premises as was most of their food. The prices charged were very reasonable & I would recommend everyone to visit her at the Pickled Weasel Bakehouse and Takeaway in Milford on Sea

Best breakfast around! The best sausages and veggie sausages ever tasted! Cosy and friendly atmosphere!

Pickled Weasel has the best ice cream I’ve had in the UK! The flavors are incredible and the quality is top-notch. Every bite was a delight, and the unique selection makes it a must-visit spot for ice cream lovers. If you’re in the area, don’t miss out on this amazing treat!

Wonderful little takeaway with an innovative range of savoury pastries, sausage rolls and pasties including vegetarian options. Fabulously tasty ready to eat cauliflower cheese pots and lovely cakes. Very nice flat white coffee too. What a find!

Best Chorizo sausage roll ever....packed with meats and wrapped in a light pastry and the owner gave me a discount. Lovely lady, proper coffee, not just hot milk like your served most commonly. My wife goes here regular I'm told, can understand why now.

Been meaning to leave a review for a while as we’ve been here on several occasions and it never disappoints! Just had the most delicious breakfast bap of sausage, egg and bacon washed down with a lovely cup of tea overlooking the needles. Food is lovely here and very reasonably priced at £4.50 for the bap with the tea on offer at the moment and for free. This little gem is run by very friendly ladies and it’s great to have it on our doorstep. Looking forward to trying the Sunday roast takeaway. This is a great idea for people like us who work shifts and can be picked up on the way home from work. 😋😊

What a lovely place and great staff who were very compensating to us. Didn't eat a main meal here but had cheesy chips which the manager kindly wrapped up for us to eat on the beach. Love the feel of this place.

Lovely place, friendly staff and good food.

Atmosphere was relaxed. Service was friendly and efficient. Food was great. Lots of choice, fresh and well cooked. Prices reasonable. Downstairs you don't get a sea view due to the see wall protecting it. Will go again and happy to recommend.

Really had the most wonderful lunch experience. Service was fab and they accommodated us with 4 children lots of ages. The food was excellent. The menu was just perfect. The feel of the place was very welcoming. We would really recommend it and it's made our lovely holiday even better.

Food tasted amazing!! Also top marks for the restaurant cooking my fish and chips, gluten & wheat free in the pan to ensure no cross contamination as I am Coeliac! Thank you so much, first time I've had fish 'n' chips in years! Staff very friendly and welcoming also! Definitely recommend 😊

Great place for a relaxed but sophisticated lunch after a bracing walk to Hurst castle. Superb mussels and excellent chocolate pudding! Will definitely go again and recommend to friends. Only given 4 stars as the fish in fishy pan was slightly overcooked.

I arranged a surprise party for my mum at the raft rocks and could not be more impressed! The food was great the setting was beautiful and Denny and the team could not have been more attentive! Such a fantastic venue and so much thought from everyone involved! Thank you Denny you are a star!

What a great find for my wife, dog and myself. Can't fault this hotel. Being a grumpy 80 year old man, I usually find something to moan about, but not here. Lovely attentive staff. Great breakfasts and superb dinners. I've had three extremely tasty evening meals. Very spacious comfortable quiet room with access to the gardens, which is very dog friendly. We're about to make another two bookings for September. I thoroughly recommend this hotel.

Lovely one night stay here with our doggy in the new extension. Very good size room with large bed which had an extremely firm mattress , not to our taste struggled to get kettle under tap in bathroom , fab walk in shower with grab rails . Handy door from room to take doggie out onto dog walking area in the morning . Breakfast and dinner very well cooked and good quality , one particular male member of waiting on staff could do with a smile ....quite an expensive stay for us , but would return if they had a room with a softer mattress .

Our stay at the South Lawn Hotel was nothing short of wonderful. From the moment we arrived, we were impressed by the exceptionally friendly and helpful staff, who made all of us and our dogs feel incredibly welcome, truly living up to its reputation as a very dog-friendly establishment. Beyond the warm hospitality, the hotel's prime location proved to be an excellent base, offering convenient access for our excursions to both the stunning coast and the picturesque New Forest National Park, making it the perfect choice for a pet-inclusive getaway.

Lovely weekend at south lawn hotel. Staff friendly and attentive. Breakfast and Sunday lunch were nice enough. Room clean and spacious. Bed was really comfy, so we slept really well. Mini fridge came in handy, too. The bathroom had a large bath with an over shower. Water temp and pressure were great. We arrived on Sat 21st June, which was an extremely hot day. A fan was blowing in our room on arrival, which was a nice touch, but an air con system would have been amazing as it was stiflingly hot. I suppose we don't get enough hot days in the UK to warrant the expense of fitting in all rooms. The village was beautiful with plenty of shops, cafes, restaurants and bars. A lovely walk around the local Sturt Pond where we were able to watch the beautiful wildlife and observe some birds from a bird watching hut. The local beach was lovely, too, with beautiful beach huts for hire. Would definitely recommend and return.

Fantastic Hotel, delicious food. we were with a large group and have to say the staff / chef were amazing. All our food came out at the same time, all cooked perfectly. Rooms are modern and spotlessly clean.

South Lawn Hotel – Comfortable stay, but staff could lift their game A very pleasant stay in a setting that feels almost colonial. The room was excellent – well appointed, very comfortable and surprisingly quiet despite being over the front door. Breakfast was fine, nothing to complain about but nothing to rave over either. I would happily eat there again. The staff were the weak point. They ranged from not very knowledgeable to not very helpful, and there was a general sense that few of them were particularly happy to be there. Conclusion: Comfortable and pleasant overall, and I would stay again, but at this price I expect staff who are both sharper and more welcoming. How I Mark. I may mark differently to some other reviewers, some might see this as harsh, others may see it as fair. But here's how I look at it: 5 star - WOW. I want to go back and look forward to doing so. They delivered everything expected and more. The 'more' is normally about the service or attitude of the staff. 4 star - GOOD. They delivered everything I wanted and a bit more. I recommend them and would go back. 3 star - OK. They delivered what I expected, I would go back if I needed to, although don't currently plan on doing so. 2 star - Not very good. I didn't get what I expected and the service wasn't good. I don't recommend this place. I might get dragged back here, although will always try to avoid it 1 star - RUBBISH. Don't go there, I certainly won't go there again. I didn't get what I wanted, the people were unhelpful and I didn't enjoy it in any way.

We stayed at the South Lawn for 2 nights from August 19th. The pictures of this place do not do it justice, I was expecting it to be a little tired on the inside and boy was i wrong!! This place is absolutely spotless, up to date, very well decorated with some fantastic artwork. We stayed in room 14, which is at the back of the hotel in the main building, overlooking the garden and fields beyond, and was a really big room, very well decorated with all the expected requirements. The bathroom was modern, very clean and the shower was fantastic 👌 The only thing that I could criticise is the hotel & room was sooooooo warm, yes it was hot and amazing weather outside, but there was no escape in the room and the fan did very little. The bar and restaurant were great, plenty of space and tables to sit at, along with a seating area at the front of the building and an amazing enclosed rear terrace area. The restaurant menu was comprehensive with something for everyone, and the quality of the food was excellent and well priced. My wife had the fish and chips stating the fish was beautiful with a really light fluffy batter, I had the sirloin steak which was excellent quality and very tasty 😋 We ate in the restaurant both nights it was that good 👍. The full English breakfast in the mornings was good quality and perfect portion size, you could help yourself to fruit, cereal and toast etc. Last of all, and probably the most important part, the staff were amazing, very helpful, polite and always there to make your stay all the more enjoyable. Definitely 10/10 across the board for us.

Maggie and all the front of house ladies are so welcoming and kind. Had a wonderful Scone with Jam and Cream. A lovely traditional tea rooms. Highly recommended. Very happy customers. Thank you!

Polly’s Pantry in Milford on Sea is a lovely spot. The staff are friendly and welcoming, the food is fresh and well-prepared, and the atmosphere was warm and relaxed. Definitely worth a visit if you’re in the area.

Lovely, just lovely. Then pancakes looked and tasted amazing and jacket potato was veey nice. Both super filling so no space for cake sadly. Staff friendly and attentive. We are staying in the area, not local, but would absolutely visit again if we get the chance.

Went in on Sunday morning for 4 bacon/sausage baps. Bit of a wait for coffee but ok as only one person front of house serving. However waited 45 minutes for 4 baps! They weren't great but more than that the wait was ridiculous We were with friends or we would have just left after 20-30 minutes or so. Only went in as the place we wanted to eat at didn't open till 12 and it was only 10:55. We ended up walking past the place we wanted to go as they opening up at 12. Won't be going back. Wasn't a big place only probably 8-10 tables and not busy when we arrived.

Had a lovely evening at Polly's Pantry, especially opened in the evening for the Milford-on-Sea light switching on ceremony. How about this... a Christmas dinner in a Yorkshire Pudding, what a great idea and very tasty.

Well for the food I would of given it another star possibly but it wasnt nice sitting down and watching the young girls who was serving sat at a near table on their phones wasting time ( surely they could do this out of sight) . We had just finished our food and having our last cup before leaving when we was asked if we wanted to pay the bill, feeling a flustered about it we got up paid and left. It's a shame because we liked the food and now I'm sure we won't be heading back in soon ☹️

Recently under New Management. New take on a well established formula. The new owners seem to have it just right. New additions to the menu. All cakes made on the premises, scones and cream teas a delicious treat. Familiar faces in the serving team but well qualified team members in the kitchen. Additional opening hours and really well worth a visit. Pre book for the cream teas. Large public car park a few steps away. Going to be one of my favourites as very clean, very friendly, reasonably priced and good food. Bonus