Where to eat: the 50 best restaurants in Brockenhurst

The food was very good and beautifully presented. The location of the restaurant is also excellent, with lovely views of the sea. We arrived around 5pm and asked to sit upstairs, but unfortunately we were told that section wasn’t open due to limited bookings. However, we did notice that there were still some guests seated on the upstairs balcony at that time. We ended up sitting outside downstairs, where you can still enjoy the sea view. Overall, it was a pleasant dining experience, though it would have been nicer to sit upstairs.

Delicious food. Quite expensive but that said there are burgers and fish and chips for £20 odd which looking at location and quality of food is worth it. If you want something else a little more special then price goes up and wine costs all add up! But beautiful food lovely location and worth the money!

Really good food, there was a musician on in the front of the restaurant that we couldn't quite hear, but it was good in the background. Food was amazing, the only thing that let it down was the prawn cocktail that was a bit bland. But the Monkfish more than made up for it on flavour!

Great location, lovely looking restaurant. Staff were great. Had monkfish 1st visit which was amazing a bit pricey but your paying for the view aswell i think. Had the dressed crab the next day and which looked great, but i was really disappointed with it. It was dry and bland and quite a small crab, looked like most of the white meat was used elsewhere. This was well overpriced at over £30, I have had loads better off a local fish van for £8. This has put me off going back and will be trying other restaurants around the area.

We came here after a few friends had recommended it. A very good choice indeed. Our party of 5 included or 10 year old, my wife and her parents, so a wee age range. We all thoroughly enjoyed the food, which was absolutely superb. From the lobster, to the crab, to the steak that I had (I'm not a fan of seafood). All of it was cooked to perfection and served well presented. The staff were great, attentive and friendly without being overbearing. It was lovely watching their interactions with some customers who were clearly regular. The restaurant was clean, well laid out and the atmosphere felt right, which is a fairly subjective thing. There was some live music in the bar area, fortunately it wasn't too loud in the restaurant space as sleepless or can be quite distracting having to talk over someone trying to entertain you?

Visited for lunch, food was absolutely gorgeous. Don't be fooled by the standard battered fish and chips on the menu, best I've ever eaten! Monfish main was beautiful, highly recommend. Octopus and prawn starters were delicious and the foccacia with seaweed butter is 100% worth ordering. Beautiful food with fantastic views.

Fantastic food, stunning location, excellent service. Prices a bit on the high side but justified by the overall quality of the venue. Dog-friendly walk-in terrace on the ground floor no, paying carpark adjacent, gorgeous views of the Isle of Wight and Christchurch Bay on a sunny day.

Absolutely loved all the dishes we chose. Very good portion sizes and delicious freshly cooked food. Staff were very helpful and accommodating of our coeliac and other specific requirements. Needed to book, even on a Monday evening, although we were lucky as a walk in couple. Highly recommended. Jennifer, Staffordshire

We had an amazing visit to Lola’s Spanish Tapas! The food was absolutely delicious, the staff were incredibly friendly, and the atmosphere felt truly authentic. We were hungry, so we ordered five plates (plus desserts!) and loved every bite. We’ll definitely be back next time we’re in Bournemouth. Thank you so much! 🙏😁

Can't fault it. Good food. Good atmosphere. Friendly people. Would recommend. Edit: Noooooo it was all going so well but I had to dock a star, to be true to my values, for including gratuity on the bill. I would have tipped anyway, now I'm tipping with a bitter taste.

Such a lovely little gem in Bournemouth. Some of the best tapas I’ve had outside of Spain. The staff really went above and beyond for the birthday in our group and were generally very attentive. Food was hot and fresh and quick. Really would recommend!

Lola's is a family run and friendly Spanish restaurant specialising in tapas. Comparison with food served in mainland Spain is inevitable, but those comparison and prejudices should be left at the door. Lola's do their tapas dishes in their own style and some will be hit or miss. On our first visit in July 2021 we ordered a mixture of dishes including patas bravas, prawn pil-pil, grilled prawns, jamon croquettes, squid rings, and chocolate fondue which we greatly enjoyed. Highly recommended. Our second visit in June 2022 was just as good as the visit, highlights were the garlic prawns, patatas bravas and extra spicy pil-pil prawns. And the service was once again very friendly. Another visit to Lolas with the family in November 2024 and once again great tapas. The star being the garlic prawns. The most recent visit to Lolas was in July 2025 when my wife and I had sangria, pil-pil prawns, ham croquettes, squid rings, deep fried aubergines with honey, bread with alioli, and patatas bravas. Followed by creme catalan and Almond Tart for dessert. Muy buena.

We arrived quite late, the kitchen was just closing. Ordered half a dozen tapas, all very fresh and tasty, the croquettes were most delicious as were the meat balls!

We went to Lolas to celebrate our anniversary and it was such a wonderful experience. Magdalena was so friendly and kind. They put heart shaped candles and napkins on the table which was such a lovely touch. The food was also delicious! The music was fun but not too noisy. It was a great experience and would definitely recommend it!

So happy we stumbled upon this lovely pub in the new forest. One of the better Sunday roasts we've had in a while! We had the new "sharing roast" between 3 of us and we were absolutely stuffed. You get a bit of every meat and all the regular trimmings plus some cauliflower cheese! Not to mention the service was amazing and the servers were just the kindest people 🤩

We had a wonderful Sunday lunch at The Oak. The food was amazing and the service exceptional. Anita, who gave us a warm welcome, looked after us and made sure everything was in order. The food here is really good; great presentation and generous portions. The Fullers beer is served from the barrel so is fresh and in tip top condition. If you haven't visited The Oak put it on your to-do list because it's a gem.

We visited the Oak Inn on Sunday 6th July 2025 for lunch. We were greeted by friendly bar staff and were placed in a lovely bay window table. All the staff were so friendly and couldn’t do enough for you. The roast chicken was very tasty and portions are not stingy here, we all got so full up. The atmosphere of the pub was great, and we can’t wait to come back in the colder months as it would be very cosy. Will definitely recommend. Thank you.

Best steak I have had in years! Great decor n service. Lovely to follow lane on for a wander in forest. Heard a woodpecker. Ponies passing us to take a drink at a brook. The free library in telephone box outside looks a tad sad so bring some unwanted but quality books to top it up ;-).

I came here for the 1st time in a long time, we had 3 roast been dinners, I was so disappointed. And the serving staff I think might not be allowed to speak to customers as I never got anything from the young lady serving us. Food and service was awful, luckily they had good customers, as it helped with the atmosphere. I won’t be coming again. I will say location and building is amazing, just a shame about everything else. Food attached of the beef, I couldn’t cut because it was so tough.

Have often driven past and wondered what is was like. We cycled there as a group on a tour of the local pubs. Had a lovely Thai green curry and it was served with a pint of Clarksons Hawkstone lager! What a great combo The interior of the pub is spotless and had a welcome feel to it . The bar staff are very friendly and the service on the food was very good

We had a lovely meal with visiting Polish friends, we wanted a typical English experience. Chloe was superb from the moment we arrived, she was engaging and friendly. A real personal touch which made our visit very memorable. Thank you Chloe for your warm welcome. Thank you too for the delicious fish and chips and beer!

I’m always impressed by the quality and creativity of the food here. The chef’s talent shines through in every dish, with flavours and presentation that are consistently imaginative and beautifully balanced. I’m a big fan of tasting menus, and this one easily holds its own against several Michelin star experiences I’ve had. Not knowing what’s coming next, and having each course introduced as it arrives, really adds to the sense of occasion. It’s also great to see a place investing in future talent—the energy and enthusiasm from the team is infectious. Our waiter was genuinely thrilled when we complimented the bread—he couldn't hold back that he’d made it himself that morning. Just a heads-up: tips are cash only, so it's worth bringing some along to avoid getting caught out. I can't wait to be back, if only I could fit in more than once a year.

My wife and I ate at the Elderflower in Lymington and had the 3 course lunch menu. It was a delightful meal at a reasonable price. The freshly baked bread was such a lovely way to start, along with the bouquet garni butter which was very moreish. We had an oyster each, which we didn't regret! We've never had a better Oyster, and the flavour pairing of jalepeno and honey worked so well. We had the starters of duck salad and cuttlefish, which was pleasant. The main course was the highlight, the mixed grill of seafood was awesome, and the smoky charred flavour was addictive! The desserts were brilliant, especially since it was my first soufflé ever! So delicious. Thanks to Keane and the rest of the team at the Elderflower for a lovely lunch.

I ordered a takeaway Mixed Fish Grill with potatoes for £25 from The Elderflower Restaurant In Lymington, expecting a decent portion and quality for the price. Although the restaurant staff were nice the food experience was a letdown. First of all, the portion size was shockingly small for a £25 meal — it felt more like a starter than a main course. To make matters worse, instead of the potatoes I ordered, I received plain noodles, which made no sense. For a dish that’s marketed as a premium option, this felt lazy and overpriced. I definitely won’t be ordering from here again. There are plenty of places that offer better quality and value for money. Very disappointing.

A "10 minute wait" for takeaway fish & chips turned into a 35 minute wait, orders came out in waves and for the last 2 portions we were informed that they'd run out of chips and they were now coming fries (looked like the type ovened from a frozen bag). If I had known in advance I wouldve chosen a different venue for our lunch. The standard dining-in experience may have been given the AA 3 Rosettes, but the takeaway option sadly doesn't live up to that grading at all. Communication of expected delays in advance and knowing stock levels could be improved significantly. From what we saw whilst ordering, the quality of food being carried to tables inside looked great. A last tip if ordering the takeaway is to check your order by opening the box before leaving to confirm that you have salt and vinegar on, as they didn't add any to mine despite confirming it at the counter. Not worth £16.50, grab a sandwich from the store opposite, save yourself £10 to use on a flapjack, coffee and 30 minutes of your holiday.

A wonderful full on experience. I chose the KF Fish wings as my starter. This chef must be mad to come up with the idea of fish wings KFC style. It’s so hard to eat without getting frustrated by a bone here or there; but it is soooo worth it. A totally tasty, barking mad, delicious starter. Being a Friday I followed by posh fish n chips. It’s just what to expect from an excellent restaurant. Spot on. To finish Rasberry soufflé. An amazing and incredible desert. It’s a must visit restaurant.

This is fine dining restaurant, but we felt a little disappointed. The duck salad was tasty but didn't seem to have any meat and was what seemed to be duck skin scratchings. The seafood mixed grill was more stew like and the fish was a bit over cooked. The raspberry soufflé was the star dish and quite brilliant.

We chose the four course tasting menu with accompanying wine flight. What a revelation! The whole evening was perfect in every way. Yes, it was expensive, but quality and inventiveness costs - and this evening had the best of both. Great venue for that special treat. I won’t post pictures as that would spoil the surprise of the tasting menu, but each course looked and tasted incredible.

We had our first lunch at Bill's today. Was absolutely delicious 😋 I had Eggs Benedict & Chips and my partner had Steak, Eggs & Chips. The atmosphere was some comforting and homely, so much decoration to look at on the walls. We were both very satisfied with our meals and we had the most wonderful server Madison. Quick service, food was out really quickly and plates taken away quick and efficient after we'd finished eating. She checked if we needed anything twice, once before our meal and again during to make sure everything was okay, great customer service ☺️ Definitely had a great experience, will definitely return soon. Thank you 😊

A must to visit!!! Bills Southampton is amazing… from the food to the service and atmosphere all tick the boxes… will definitely be returning their Mac and cheese and corn ribs are to die for… staff are lovely and friendly and nothing is too much trouble… it was our wedding anniversary and we got a dessert on the house which was a lovely touching thing to do… we also received our meal but no drinks ( although we did have water) and when we said we were waiting for a drink they couldn’t get us ours drinks quick enough and took them off the bill which was not necessary but nice to show they appreciate their customer service.. burgers are amazing all round thoroughly enjoyed our visit and a wonderful start to our holiday

Overall, today's (August 2025) meal was good but there was room for improvement. My wife asked for her eggs to be lightly poached (runny). We both later said we noticed the waitress didn't write that down and when the dish arrived, the eggs were solid. The waitress was friendly and efficient. I disliked the 12.5% service charge, although it was optional. My burger was cooked to perfection and I liked the rosemary salted fries.

Kayleigh was very polite and courteous, prompt and efficient service by her and the team at Bills. Coconut latte was the best and I loved the vegan bacon, and the biscoff pancakes! Sam was welcoming from the moment we walked in and so friendly, with a great energy. When I asked for a smaller portion of something, Sam made this happen, thank you Sam and Kayleigh :)

Stopped for brunch and we both ordered the Bill’s Big Brunch. Unfortunately, it was the worst big brunch I have had. The egg was completely burnt on one side and the potatoes were chewy, bacon crumbled apart with a fork — not great when you’re expecting a freshly cooked, tasty breakfast. Service was great and the place has a nice atmosphere, but the food really let it down.

For the past 3 years I’ve been enjoying my visits to Bills simply because the staff are super friendly and welcoming the managers are always on top of things weather you have a booking or not you still great treated with class. The menu is absolutely mouth watering leaving you with a wide variety of options to choose from. The environment is family friendly and enjoyable. My favourite go to place

Great location and atmosphere! Perfect for a pre-cruise dinner. We were welcomed and seated warmly. At first our food wasn’t quite hot enough (yes we’re picky…and middle age, verging on old age) but the Rock Star Manager, Samuel, quickly made everything right…and then some. He has a perfect personality for his role. I hope Bill’s Restaurant and Bar recognize what a gem they have with this young man managing this restaurant.

This was our second visit. The venue is beautiful, the bar is splendid it. Food: The starter - the sauce was over powering and salty for my taste. Main meal, the pigeon was beautifully cooked, still pink inside 😋, however again the sauce was over powering and slightly too salty, still managed to enjoy it. The tiramisu was pure alcohol, well over soaked and a massive splodged portion. The staff were pleasant. Would I come again? ...Possibly, Would I recommend it? Yes, it is a wonderful place with a sense of occasion.

We came here for the food, but in reality it was more of an all-inclusive experience. We spent the afternoon here, enjoying the good food and vibes. The focaccia starter was oily, but overall tasted great with the mushroom gratin. We tried the vegetarian à la carte menu because the set menu was mixed veg and non-veg items. Overall, we enjoyed the food, especially the veg hot pot, aubergines and vegetable pasta. Highly recommended, bit expensive but lovely to go for a special occasion.

On our way home from a stay in Bournemouth,we decided to make a pitt stop. It took just over 40mins to get here, navigating through the village of Lyndhurst and numerous wild ponies. The hotel and surroundings are magnificent with views of the New Forest as far as the eye can see. But as impressive it all is,we are not here for that. We are here for the food of Hartnett Holder & Co. Angela Hartnett & Luke Holder are in charge of the kitchen here,serving Italian influenced dishes. As we were early we managed to get seated on the terrace in the glorious sunshine with our doggies. While admiring the surroundings a member of staff brought out a bowl of olives and nuts. We ordered a couple of zero alcohol Erdinger beers £11.(driving). Menu wise,there was a choice between the bar, a set lunch and an A la Carte. We chose from the bar menu. Risotto Milanese £16 Saffron infused, aged parmesan & butter. Spaghetti Bolognese £15 Somerset Saxon Chicken Milanese £20 Lemon,parmesan & rocket. Cornish Fish £30 Tenderstem broccoli, lemon & green leaves. Chips Skinnies £7 Although we were full,we could not leave until we tried the Tiramisu £15. Everything we had was just as expected. Simple dishes, beautifully executed and full of flavour. With lots of parmesan to add. We didn't get to see much of the inside of the house as doggies are not allowed in. Hence that's the reason we dined outside. But we did get first class service and enjoyed every minute of our visit. Thank goodness the weather was on our side.

This is one of my favourites. A lovely restaurant in a stunning location hidden in the New Forest. Went here for Mother’s Day and the had the Gnocchi for starter, Ox Cheek for main and Baked Alaska for dessert. It was gorgeous. Will definitely be back!

What an amazing lunch! My friend and I are huge Great British Menu fans, and we were very excited to visit. We started our visit in the bar where we had a gorgeous signature fizz, Rock Story. It was fresh and dry but still had a gentle fruit note. For entree, we shared a gorgeous heritage tomato salad that was fresh and sweet. For mains, I had an amazing veal dish, and my friend had the hake. Every mouthful was flavoursome and tantalising. We end our meal with a cheese board and espressos. One piece of advice is to give yourself a whole afternoon. Our reservation was 12:30pm and we finished up around 3:00pm. Perfection cannot be rushed. Staff were attentive and knowledgeable. The sommelier steered me right with the wine pairing for my veal! Our server was very attentive and helped with dietary requirements.

We went for a date night and had such a delicious meal. The risotto and gnocchi were superb, followed by a very tender lamb. Dinner was only made better by an excellent wine pairing recommended by the lovely Ava. We kept saying afterward that she really made the night for us 🙂

We visited for the second time for supper on 30 July for my birthday. From the moment we arrived, we were treated like VIPs. My wife is in a wheelchair and manager Stephanie immediately came out to help advise on car parking and to assist in helping us out of the car. We had drinks in the attractive bar and then headed through to the spacious and light restaurant for a superb meal. Each dish was beautifully crafted and presented, and tasted as good as it looked. Service was charming and efficient. The meal was truly stunning and perfect for a special occasion. We also had a problem with our adapted car which became apparent when we arrived, necessitating a call out from the RAC. Without any prompting, Stephanie realised that we may need alternative transport home and researched wheelchair taxis, which are not readily available in the evenings, so she spent some time locating and speaking to companies to ensure we had a means of getting home should the car have been out of action. She kept us informed in a very caring way with minimal interruption to our evening and we felt very reassured. Fortunately the RAC were able to resolve the problem but the way Stephanie took ownership of the situation and was so proactive to alleviate any stress for us was really heartwarming. It really was a special evening and without a doubt, above and beyond even the greatest of expectations. Thank you for such a wonderful evening and we will definitely be back!

What an amazing experience . Lovely decor , really friendly & attentive staff. It was our best Indian dining experience to date! We also got a cake for my other half's bday which was a nice surprise. Don't hesitate to come here! I had railway lamb which was delicious and tender and partner had a korma /madras hot. We also tried tandoori mixed started which was amazing!! We shall return when next in the area thanks guys! :) Kat & Luke (Fareham)

I ate here with my parents a few days ago and the first thing we noticed were the large number of awards on the walls for best restaurant. When we ordered these were more than vindicated and this is honestly the best curry I've ever had. My only regret is I don't live nearby so I can't regularly come back! The staff were friendly, service was very quick, and I can't say enough about how delicious all of the food was. I can't recommend enough!

Beautiful décor and food was lovely (a little less spicy I would say than some of the equivalent dishes in West London). They served all 13 of us with ease and speed. Very helpful with the booking a week beforehand (we understandably put down a deposit which was taken off the bill). Ohh and they accept Amex

The food and service was superb. We went here during our visit to the New forest. I absolutely loved the Lamb Fire cracker and the spice was spot on! Nice and tender meat and plenty of it (not left short). My partner had the Chicken Dhansak and again she said it was great. Many Indian restaurants out there but I got to say this one was outstanding and I wish it was my local.

Very busy place and obviously popular with the locals. Food good but two of our King Prawn dishes were slightly over cooked, which is a pity. Great flavours and sensibly priced drinks. Main gripe? Cheap frozen deserts AVOID!! Come on Rivaaz, you're better than this.

Certainly not cheap but this is one restaurant where you 100% get what you pay for — and then some. To start with, service was incredible. The guys who waited on me were attentive, had great suggestions on what to order and were quick to clear the dishes when done. Food was great. A lot of traditional Indian dishes while also offering some original fusion recipes. Overall this is restaurant that stands out among the rest and is worth the money if you’re looking for nice meal and night out.

Came for dinner as recommended by a friend who lives in Lymington. Very tasty and flavoursome food in a clean and beautifully decorated restaurant. Staff was pleasant and helpful despite being very busy! I had the railway lamb which was delicious. Generous chunks of tender lamb with a bit of spice. My friends had the Chicken tikka and a chicken korma which they loved. I would definitely visit again and also recommend. Pre booking advised as there was limited timing slots when I tried booking in a day advance.

What a lovely place to come dine. The family and I thoroughly enjoyed our visit, the service is exceptional and the food was excellent. Very big portions, rated by my daughter a 9.5 out of 10. First place in England I’ve been to that gave us sweets (after ates) with the bill. The service has been amazing and thank you for the meal.

our first time visiting on the way somewhere last Sunday. we had pre-booked. we arrived earlier but within minutes we were told our table was ready. we were given time to look at the menu. as we waited a guy behind had the prawn cocktail and it looked amazing. we all decide a starter may be too big so all went for the roast. our friend is vegan and had the nut roast. the meals arrived quite quickly and were amazing. I had the lamb my husband had the beef. 5 roast potatoes, Yorkshire pudding with parsnip crisps. the whole meal was delicious. we decided to go for a dessert. i had three ice-cream scoops, the other 2 had a sundae each. the pub itself is beautifully decorated and we will definitely return.

The Empress of Blandings Pub & Restaurant is a fantastic spot that strikes a great balance between a classic pub and a quality restaurant. The menu offers a wide and varied selection, with something to please everyone, and the portion sizes are very generous-come hungry! The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, perfect for a relaxed meal. Don’t skip the puddings-they’re absolutely delicious and a real highlight of the experience. A great place for hearty food and a cozy vibe.

We popped in on a Friday lunchtime on the off chance there was a table available, as we had heard the Empress has been very popular recently - and rightly so! The pub was almost full, despite this the service was excellent and very quick. We were served by 4 lovely ladies who were all cheery and happy to help with anything. All the other tables around us were also checked up on regularly. The food was delicious, we ordered some of the lunchtime ciabattas which I would recommend. Good drink selection also. Thank you.

My partner and I love The Empress of Blandings.. The burgers in particular are amazing, they are our go to dish! But what sets the place apart is the service — Victoria deserves a special mention. She was attentive, friendly, and seemed genuinely invested in making sure everything was perfect. From the cosy interior, standout burgers, and service by Victoria makes the Empress of Blandings a place you’ll want to keep going back to!

The food, service and atmosphere is great. Nice outside areas too. The menu has a good selection. My favourite burgers in the New Forest area by far!

Lovely local pub with brilliant service and tasty food. Good portions, would recommend the sizzling fajitas. Busy Wednesday evening, however we were served by Flo, who was attentive and made sure to go the extra mile to check back on us and refill drinks. The rest of the staff were also very pleasant. We will definitely be returning soon to the Empress!

Absolutely phenomenal! Yusuf served me. Best roast lamb I’ve ever tasted. The meat was incredibly tender, perfectly seasoned, and cooked to perfection with a beautiful balance of crispiness on the outside and juiciness on the inside. The flavors were rich and aromatic—clearly prepared with skill and passion. Every bite melted in my mouth. If you’re ever lucky enough to have Yusuf cook for you, do not miss the roast lamb. Five stars without hesitation!

Food was good, standard Vintage Inn so good options for dietary requirements etc. You can sit outside too, lots of benches. We had a £10 off voucher but we couldn't use it as their free WiFi doesn't actually work well enough to load up emails to show the voucher so quite dissapointed at the cost. They could see the email but refused to take the money off as the code wouldn't load.

Just had a lovely meal at The Crown. Booked a table in advance put my requirements on booking form and the table we were given was perfect for our party. We were greeted with a very warm welcome, nothing was too much trouble. Food was beautifully presented, plentiful and delicious. Thank you Crown for a lovely evening we will definitely be back.

Upon entering, we were warmly welcomed by Rhys. He seated us promptly and informed us on all the relevant menu information such as the pie and soup of the day. I had the pie and my wife had the lasagna and our meals were excellent!!! We were persuaded into having puddings and they did not disappoint, the crumble and brownie were delightful and ended the perfect meal. This is a friendly and wholesome local pub which catered to all of our needs and we will definitely be back!!!

On a cold day this pub was exactly what we needed, a warm welcome from Rhys out server and a lovely hot meal. It is dog friendly and out time there was short but memorable. Although we are only on holiday down in bransgore we will definitely return if the opportunity arises.

Me and my partner came here and we thoroughly enjoyed it. We had Karen serving us and she was amazing! The food was delicious and the portions were very generous. Can’t recommend this pub enough!

We enjoyed our meal at the Crown Inn. Great food and very dog friendly, we had our golden retriever with us and they had blankets as well as treats and water. Our server Rhys was really friendly and gave excellent customer service. Would definitely recommend.

Food was really good, we had starters with pitta breads and 3 dips (tetzaki, houmous and the hot cheesy sauce which was my favourite). Friendly staff

My favourite Greek restaurant in the UK. The pita gyros are fantastic, just like you get in Athens. Authentic place. Highly recommended.

First visit for a long time. Went on a whim. Food was flavourful and well presented. When I said that I didn't want the salad because I don't like onions or olives, my server said that she could make one without either. So many places have the salads already made and mixed that I wasn't expecting that. Good portions, enough to feel full without leaving anything or being overful. Lovely relaxed atmosphere.

My 1st visit & I had the mixed meat gyros and so did my husband. I have to say we both agree 10 / 10 . It was fabulous. Definitely won't go anywhere else . A good amount , nice & fresh & lovely staff.

I am happy all the time to eat here. It is a great corner from Greece brought in England with their delicious food. It makes me to miss and remember about Greece more. I remember since I lived in Greece, there are nice bakery products and maybe I will see some like dessert in the menu. Just a thought. xx

had the pork gyros and banana milkshake here with a mate who also had the same but a berry smoothie. food is fresh and hot and yummy, better than whatever fancy restaurants in the city. this is a hidden gem and I love it! thank you for the food and service

We have known this place since 2019 and had food there many times. ( eat ins and takeaways) The meat was on point every time we went there in the past, but last night, it was horrible. The food was purchased in the evening by my partner. More than half of the wrap was filled with fatty chunks when she brought it back. There was barely any proper meat in the wrap, which was so disgusting. We will never get food from this place. Such as shame as we never had this issue, but nothing good lasts forever.

Great lunch today with friends at this lovely pub. Food was excellent and at £18 for two courses or £22 for three, it was great value. Service, too, was perfect with no waiting for anything. We will definitely return.

Absolutely amazing little find, we had the Wednesday special of 2 steaks and 2 desserts. The staff were fantastic and friendly. Will definitely be back for dinner again

Visited on a Wednesday evening (which was steak night). We didn't have the steak though, but the chef's specials, which were great. There was still plenty of pub standards to choose from too and all good portion sizes and good value. All home made including the desserts. The service was superb and we will definitely come back, as will our friends who holiday in the area.

Desserts were rather expensive at £7, and my husband ordered an extra portion of chips as he thought there weren't enough on his meal. Food was of a reasonable quality, and there was a lovely warm atmosphere. I will definitely go back again.

The pub is clean, tidy and comfortable. The food was delivered nice and hot and the service was spot on and was not rushed. The menu has a good variety and I recommend the chicken supreme. It was delicious! It was a very relaxing meal and the family (8 of us) had a lovely evening. Thank you Amberwood!

What lovely place to spend my Sunday lunch with. From the start to the finish very attentive. Food was faultless and flavours were amazing. Definitely recommend. Simon & Sarah

We came to the Amberwood on the 19th June for my father in laws 90th Birthday.The two young girls working that evening I think there names were Amalie Holly? Sorry if I got one of them wrong.OUTSTANDING! they truly were amazing.Looked after us so well nothing was too much trouble. Made out first visit worth it. They worked so hard a credit to your establishment staff like that are hard to find.The food amazing could not fault one thing defo be back and have recommended to all my friends.Thank you girls xx

The personal touch you get here it what makes it. Obviously combined with incredible food! Sounds stupid to say, but the menu is just what you would expect from being in France! Choices were superb. Wine selection was perfect.

Great upcoming resturant with hearty dishes and interesting sauces. Although I loved this restaurant, I think they were slightly overpriced as it is quite expensive for tourists. Cheese plate is delicious though and the steak is great.

Complimentary entrees and aperitifs -amazing food and service thoroughly enjoyed

My wife and I booked out (16 people) Clos du Marquis for our joint 40th birthday, and had the most amazing time with our closest friends. The food and service were incredible, l want to send a massive thanks to Garth and Maranda for hosting us and putting on such an amazing evening. Will definitely be going back, and booking for our 50th's!

This was where I took my wife on our first date and have been back every year since (including to propose). The menu is small and excellently prepared. The dishes change frequently but are always authentic French. Garth looks after you expertly and knows what you desire often before you do! Outstanding food doesn't come cheap but Clos du Marquis is always value for money. I cannot recommend it enough.

We went with another couple for lunch and all felt it was the best experience in our recent memory which is saying something as we love eating out! Sorry I didn't take pictures of the food which was delicious from the amuse-bouche to the chocolate truffles served complimentary at the end of our meal. Champagne excellent, crab starter excellent, rabbit with mustard sauce absolutely divine. But in addition to the lovely food and wine, the owner was so very welcoming without being intrusive, served perfectly so we always felt taken care of but our conversations never interrupted. It was like the Gavroche where no one appears until you need them. To take it to perfect 5 stars, the restaurant was immaculately clean and the decorations and loos beautifully done. That is where these pictures are from as I would like to copy the idea - sorry no pictures of the well presented food......

Had a fabulous meal. Ambiance was warm and friendly, Garth looked after our table very professionally. Everyone had starters, from kidneys to scallops. Mains were grilled hake, pork fillets and quail. We finished the meal off with a delicious and interesting cheese board. The Muratie Cabernet Sauvignon was exceptional as always. Best restaurant in Stockbridge.

I had the stake and ale pie which was great, and incredible gravy. The sticky toffee pudding was also amazing. Nice cozy place.

The staff were lovely, it seemed a proper locals pub. The food was delicious, portions are built fir the hungry. The only thing I disliked was the background music and decor.

Fan Dabi Dozi! Great vibes at this English Tavern! Nostalgia all around, just before the start of the Christmas season, Very considerate staff towards my son who has allergies, They gave us great seats too, Our pup Brutus was super impressed as well. Super starters! Salt and pepper squid Grilled artichokes Nachos with Chilli, jalapenos and Cheese. Massive Mains! Steaks, Fish and Chips, Burgers, Pizzas All so delectable. Super value for money when going out!

Great small pub with live music. Usual pub fare and Sunday carvery at reasonable prices and friendly and helpful staff. A bit noisy by the road if doors are open.

A brilliant band played there last night. The beer was really good if you like craft and real ales. The location is really close to the ferry and cruise terminals so if you are visiting the local area I highly recommend a drink (or 2) in this traditional British pub. The staff are really friendly and apparently this was a pub/ale house when the Titanic left Southampton and was copied for a scene in the film. After sitting in the window seats last night I can absolutely believe that maybe true.

To Stuart, Jeremy, Frankie, and all the team, many thanks for our wonderful wedding party you guys hosted. The food was great and you all went above and beyond to make our day go off without a hitch. You guys are the best 👌

Walked in for dinner at 6 PM. Because we were not greeted, sat, or approached by waitstaff, we eventually went to the bar to place our order for food and drinks. Bartender poured the drinks, then refused to take our food order because she said they weren’t serving food that night even though menus were posted and we saw people eating. When we started to walk out, she demanded payment for the drinks because they had already been poured. We objected because we had told her we came for dinner. After arguing with us, she consulted with her manager, but he backed her up, refusing to hear us out. We felt belittled and threatened. It was a horrible experience.

The room was lovely, clean with everything you need. Looked out on the road which wasn't a problem for us but it is a pub so can hear people sitting outside until about 11. Staff lovely and helpful. Lovely location. Disappointed with the dinner so only ate there once

Cracking pub. Mostly locals in the bar. Happy to chat. Decent restaurant with reasonable choice. Wife's steak was perfect (in her top2 ever). My meal a bit mher. Not pub grub and not pub grub prices. But on the whole worth it.

We have just completed a stay at the very lovely East End Arms. It is wonderful place to stay. We did have a couple of problems which were out of everyone's control but the joy of excellent customer service is how these things are handled. The staff were calm, attentive and absolutely went over and above to help us and to ensure we were happy and comfortable. In fact it was the best customer service I have encountered when things just haven't gone as they should. You should be very proud. Thank you

Good was quite over salted. They didn’t have all items available on menu. Staff were forgetful. Aside from that it’s a lovely pub, great location and cute terrace. I’d still come back!

The best fish n chips I have ever had! Delicious. Lovely environment. Delicious food. Excellent staff. Professional, but friendly. I'll be back there again.

We were visiting this area from the south east and having spent the afternoon on the beach deciding to walk over a mile to go to the East End. We were in desperate need of something to eat, anything would have done, and arriving 15 minutes before the kitchen close we thought we could at least order some chip. But no! We were greeted by a very unfriendly bartender that only offered us her pearls of wisdom, by saying get a cab to Limington or walk an hour to the nearest pub. I’m glad we are more friendly where we live. Obviously living in the new forest doesn’t give you good customer service, or you take so much money you can turn away trade. We won’t be back!

What a great find! Super location, food was just fabulous (the best fish and chips I’ve ever had and gluten free too!) Izzie our waitress was just so lovely and a real asset to your lovely pub! We will be back!

We recently visited The Forest Home and were so impressed! The food was delicious, with a lovely selection of traditional pub fayre, the service was excellent, and the staff were genuinely friendly and welcoming. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, making it the perfect spot to relax and enjoy a meal. A real hidden gem – we’ll definitely be coming back!

Amazing Sunday lunch, I had the roast beef, my dad and sister had the lamb shank. Absolutely delicious. Service was great. Lovely friendly staff. Warm and cozy atmosphere with a lovely log burner.

Just stopped for a drink. Great outdoor play area with two bouncy castles and a new swing area. Was very quiet in the play area. Great for the kids for an hour. Quiet for the parents.

We stopped in on route home, the hostess was excellent fabulous family atmosphere everyone we encounteredwas very friendly. We had a Sunday roast, we chose the pork, we didn't think this was a pork joint and was quite tough, maybe one of the other options would have been better.

Stayed at The Forest Home pub in my camper van on the 27.12.23 in there car park for one night whilst in the area The staff were friendly and polite. The food and Beer was really good I had steak pie chips and peas the steak pie just melted in the mouth with plenty of steak and the John Smiths was great as well also has large outdoor seating area one side paved other side grass also a children’s play area would happily use again when in the area

Just been here for lunch. Lovely atmosphere soon as you walk in, lovely waitress, very friendly and helpful, nothing was any trouble. Food was amazing and we didnt have to wait long. Very nice place and will definately come again. Plus theres a lovely cat and a dog. Fab!!

Traditional pub, nicely decorated and atmospheric. The food was really tasty and good portion sizes and we felt it was value for money. Staff were friendly. We had gammon egg and chips (3eggs!) I had lamb shank which was lovely and we had sticky toffee pudding and coconut and lime cheesecake- both very nice. Recommend ✅

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.

Disappointing Experience at (GDK) Poor Service & Substandard Food Dear GDK Team, I am writing to share my deeply disappointing experience at your establishment today. From the moment I entered, the service was unwelcoming and impersonal. When I attempted to pay by card, I was abruptly directed to navigate your new ordering system alone without guidance, which felt dismissive and unprofessional for a paying customer. Regrettably, the food fell far below expectations. The doner kebab was tough and chewy, resembling leather more than quality meat, with a meager portion that left me unsatisfied. The chicken appeared to be processed, ground bits of unclear origin, lacking any semblance of flavor or freshness. The salad was equally underwhelming—a single piece of tomato and no sauce whatsoever, making the meal dry and unappetizing. This was my first visit, and I’m shocked by the stark contrast between your restaurant’s reputation and the reality I encountered. Doner kebabs are typically celebrated for their bold flavors and generous portions, but here, every element fell short. I cannot recommend your establishment to others in its current state. I urge you to revisit your management practices, staff training, and ingredient quality to address these issues. A restaurant’s success hinges on both service and substance, and neither was present today. I hope this feedback sparks meaningful improvements.

Very bad kebab. Ordered it via uber, so it was cold when delivered but that's not the main problem. Meat was very greasy and not tasty, the portion ordered was normal even though I spent 3£ more for extra chicken. Very little to no salad at all, even though I ordered extra lettuce, tomatoes etc. Awful. Price 13£ for a very bad kebab from GDK is a joke, better order from local grills next time to support local business, they atleast care for their customers and the food their serving.

Portion size very small despite adding extra meat and paying extra for that. Very expensive meal. The service is great, but in the kitchen I have seen the chef touching the food with his hand in my container before he hand it to the cashier. That place is never again for me.

I always enjoy food from GDK, whether dining in or ordering delivery. The food is fresh and tasty, and the service is excellent. Special thanks to Sandeep Kaur for her friendly and professional service — she always makes the experience better!

I had a wonderful experience here. Our server, a young woman named Sandeep Kaur , was absolutely fantastic. She was friendly, attentive, and made sure everything was perfect throughout our meal. She checked in just the right amount—not too much, not too little—and gave great recommendations from the menu. You could tell she genuinely cared about giving good service. It really made our dining experience more enjoyable. Highly recommend both the restaurant and the service!

The food was absolutely delicious—everything was fresh, tasty, and cooked perfectly. Really enjoyed the meal! Sandeep was very friendly and helpful, which made the experience even better. Definitely recommend!

I met a worker called hamza today and wowie he was a professional and a half🔥🔥🔥. Never experienced such wonderful service in my 32 years here in Southampton. I asked the brother for a recommendation since it was my first time trying the food here, and he told me to get the donner and chips. 10/10❤️❤️❤️. My boy deserves a raise☝️☝️☝️☝️☝️

Nice cheese and charcuterie… .. coppa , brasola , nduja and a very lovely sausccison.. my advice is order 1 serving for 2 people for a small picky graze , it took 50 mins to get to our food out which was way too long for a Thursday night.. very polite staff who were aware we had waited too long .. the justification was “we are sooo busy” We had booked 6 weeks before … you knew we were coming… thank you to the polite hard working staff though, id definitely go back.

Was not sure about my friend's birthday bottomless pit choice but it was a great one. We had 2 hours to enjoy cheese, meats and salad, with breads, biscuits and chutneys. For £30 we could also have ad much prosecco, red wine, white wine or soft drinks. The board was shared, but we all had enough for each option. The staff were amazing, topping is up, providing extra salad and different bread. We all had such a great time we will be back.

Oh my god if you like good cheese and wine then this is the place for you!!! The atmosphere is classy but relaxed. We were a group of ; and we ordered the “experience” board, this came with 8 different meats and 10 different cheeses, also breach, crackers and chutney. Our waitress was also fantastic!!!!!

Delicious. Great assortment of cheese and cured meats. Fully licensed, so some lovely wines to choose from. Great service, non-obtrusive. We really enjoyed our visit

We had bottomless graze here and everything was amazing! Will be coming back very soon!

We’ve been regulars here recently, but after tonight’s experience, that’s unfortunately come to an end. After politely asking if we could move to a preferred table, the manager abruptly approached us with “Problem with the table?” not as a question of service, but as a challenge. What followed was even worse: we were accused of lying and having raised that it was quite embarrassing around how she was handling it was told we weren’t made to feel embarrassed, as if we were making an issue where there wasn’t one. It was unnecessarily confrontational and entirely inappropriate. We’ve always enjoyed visiting, but this encounter left us feeling humiliated for simply expressing a polite request. There are great staff here who create a warm and welcoming atmosphere but the manager’s attitude completely undermines that. If they’re serious about delivering good hospitality, replacing this individual would be a necessary step in the right direction. Really disappointing end to what had been a place we enjoyed.

What a great addition to the Southampton dining scene. A beautifully designed restaurant specialists in cheese/meat boards and fine wine. What I love is the superb staff, friendly service and of course great food. This place can be a place to bring a date, a casual catch up or just a meeting. Whatever brings you here its guaranteed you will stay a while enjoy the wine and chilled beats. The decor is amazing too - the ceiling looks like grass and there is a lovely hand made sign over the bar! There is such a selection of food that you will find something delicious. And even a full vegan alternative so no excuses from anyone not to visit. As for access, the Porter is fully inclusive, handicapped access and I was able to bring my support dog and she was also made to feel like a valued guest. Special thanks to Milo, for always going above and beyond with the service. Highly recommended.

Friendly staff, nice venue. Food was average at best. Oven chips, tasteless and floury, fish batter oily, lemon wedge clearly been sitting around for a while, salad limp. Looked okay when it arrived but very mediocre quality. Maybe I just chose badly but you'd think fish and chips would be a pretty basic staple to get right.

Very busy on a Saturday afternoon but great atmosphere. Friendly helpful staff. Good place to stop for food and drink if you are walking around Winchester. See St John's next door

Having visited the bell inn today for lunch, I pleased with the food I had, although this was only a hot BLT, with a side of chips. The bacon was cooked well and the sandwich was enjoyable. The chips were homemade and freshly cooked, the only complaint was that there weren't many of them. The outdoor seating area was nice and there were plenty of tables to choose from and dogs are welcome. In my opinion, the main issue with the pub is the the lack of advertising, most people pass it regularly on their way into Winchester without even seeing it, which is a shame, as it has a nice atmosphere and a quiet place to enjoy food or drink.

Nice local, with interesting locals. Smallish carpark, but certainly room for 12+ cars. Friendly and welcoming staff and reasonably priced beers for Winchester. Very popular beer garden and highly supported Sunday Lunch. Quirky and well worth a visit.

Such kind and friendly service from the bar staff today at the Bell Inn, went absolutely above and beyond to make us feel welcome, even keeping the kitchen open a little longer so that we could have some food -Beautiful pub, amazing atmosphere and friendly clientele -Cannot recommend this gorgeous pub enough, thank you so much for such a lovely experience, hats off to all the hard working staff

Very disappointed with our Brie and bacon sandwich. I expect at least a well cooked rasher or two. All I got were a few bits of chopped up lukewarm bacon. Not hot enough to melt the Brie which is the whole point

Went there a few days before Christmas last year and the roast dinner was genuinely the best I have ever had absolute first class

I stopped by after a 4 day bike tour, tired and very hungry. I had a warm welcome and they offered to keep my bike and gear safe in the back which was so appreciated. The food was delicious and hot (I had the chicken in mushroom cream sauce) and the staff very friendly. Would absolutely recommend and will be back next time I'm in the new forest!

Fabulous little Italian restaurant in Lyndhurst with a lovely cosy atmosphere and friendly, welcoming and polite staff. I’d booked ahead as I’d wanted to make sure we were OK to take our dog with us, and on arrival to the restaurant had been reserved a lovely table by the window with plenty of space for him. They even asked if he’d like some water, which was a nice touch. The menu has plenty of choice, at very reasonable prices for the portion size and quality of ingredients used. Everything we ordered was delicious, and after three courses, a bottle of the house red (a very pleasant Italian Nero D’Avola), and a couple of Limoncello aperitifs, we left feeling full, very happy and content. There was a mistake in the kitchen with my pizza order, but it was swiftly handled without any fuss, and a replacement in front of me within just 4 minutes. Bravo! We’d very happily eat here again next time we’re in the area. Would definitely recommend booking ahead though - we went on a Tuesday evening (admittedly in the peak summer season) and every table was occupied at 7.30pm - popular little place, and understandably so!

We visited here on Friday for date night and were taken back by the incredible service in Dolce Vita. From start to finish all staff were extremely attentive and made us feel welcome from the get go. We really appreciated it! When inquiring about the wine menu, a gentleman explained and recommended each option to us. Food service was very quick and all 4 of our dishes arrived hot at the same time. The atmosphere here is perfect as even on a busier night the seating doesn’t feel packed. If you do come here please order the garlic bread! Pricing for the pizza and pasta is reasonable and all in all it felt like an authentic Italian restaurant that was a lovely surprise for our trip!

Very cosy restaurant, headed by an established and talented Italian chef. The pizzas are lovely, the staff are friendly, and the portion sizes are generous. You can tell they take pride in cleanliness and presentation right from the moment you step inside, and the level of custom shows that people really enjoy this place. It is regularly completely full with diners. My only criticism is it can get rather hot in here, to the point where it can get a little uncomfortable, especially as the place gets busy.

A genuine Italian 🇮🇹 Experience! I especially loved the automatic addition of port to the cheeseboard, good idea 👌 Chilli 🌶️ oil was also homemade and packed quite a punch 🥊

Me & my partner went for a meal recently whilst staying in Lyndhurst. We were treated very well by the staff, great service & fantastic food. Would also say great value for money and good portion sizes. If near the area again would love to call in again. Recommended.

Travelling to IOW Staying in Lyndhurst overnight. Went to this restaurant hoping to get in. They managed to fit us in at 6-30. This place certainly is what Italian food food should be. Both our meals were excellent the best we have had. Pity it is a long way from home to come back

Called in to The Royal Oak at lunch time. Their menu seemed to specialise mostly in types of ploughman’s. We ordered 1 ham and cheese, saying we’d share it between us. When it came it was very large and delicious! Plenty for the two of us. It came with a large variety and a lot of ham, cheese and bread with cutlery and plates for two! Quick, polite service, large pub garden with well spaced apart tables. Well worth a visit. It’s now in my satnav for return visits!

Whether you're a hiker, a dog walker, or just someone looking for great food in a beautiful setting, this pub hits all the right notes. Tucked away in stunning New Forest, surrounded by natural beauty and just a stone’s throw from several idyllic walking trails, it’s the perfect place to unwind after a long ramble through the woods. The spacious interiors are warm and welcoming, with plenty of room to relax whether you’re dropping in for a quick pint or settling down for a long, leisurely lunch. The menu is packed with delicious dishes and comes in quick! What truly sets this place apart, is the attentive, friendly people working there. Outside, the dog-friendly front garden is a real treat too. 5 stars well deserved!

A pub has to be sure of it's menu when they have such a small selection. But The Royal Oak have it spot on. Ploughmans, with cheese, with gammon, with both, with quiche, with sausage roll or with pork pie. Really, really good, and a lovely setting with fantastic views.

Love this pub. It always keeps a wide range of proper local beers/ales and cider. The food menu is ploughman’s, and the quality is top notch. It really is a local gem.

Had lunch here on a glorious sunny day. Washed down with a pint of Sunshine. It can't get any better. We went for a walk later past Eyeworth pond and beyond. A perfect afternoon.

Lovely pub in the New Forest. Great destination for lots of walkers and cyclists. Know for its ploughman's. I was very slightly disappointed in the cheddar one but the blue cheese was good. Service was good. We had to move inside because we were swarmed with bees! They are doing their best to deal with them. Watch out in August. All in all, very pleasant.

Great ploughman's lunch, although quite a lot of salad leaves some of which could be replaced with a different item, such as a celery stick (just my personal opinion). Very enjoyable plate of food nonetheless. Beautiful setting, plenty of tables and staff friendly and attentive. Highly recommend and will most certainly return.

Took my mum for a carvery. Lovely food choice of 4 meats, the vegetables were all hot and their homemade gravy was so tasty. Thoroughly recommend a Sunday here

A lovely restaurant which has a beautiful waterfront view. Lovely outside seating and the food menu is good. The vegetables with the fish or meat course is beautifully presented in a seperate dish and the portion is generous which was shared between three of us. Would recommend this restaurant.

Brilliant pub Monday-Sunday, great home cooked food as well as a good selection of beers and spirits. Great prices for the area and a real community feel. The Sunday carvery tops it off - best in the area and worth travelling for!

Had a Sunday Carvery, Generous portion of meat & fresh vegetables lovely meal, Notice saying due to wastage please only take what you are able to eat ( or similar) good idea! as seen how much people can pile on their plates & then leave! So was surprised when a member of our party after clearing his plate went up to grab a few more roasties & veg ( obviously no more meat) & was shouted at from across the room by a member of staff, 'You can't help yourself to more' apart from that being very rude in front of a room full of customers, surely it's better to eat what you have & then top up if you're going to eat it rather than overfill originally & leave a load? Next time obviously we'll probably overfill rather than suffer embarrassment!

wonderful place, great food and a great change of management! fresh fun eyes. I've eaten here many times and always come back! new landlady is very friendly and always there to help

Great Pub Stopover, very welcoming and friendly landlord. Was not doing food, as his chef was recovering from an operation. played pool, had a few drinks. would highly recommend. We had EHU, great for us. Would definitely return. Thanks.

What a beautiful meal, very reasonably priced. Lovely friendly staff. Will definitely be back again with the family. 5*

Such a lovely location, great seating outside and inside, however really poor service and questionable food. A couple of our party was running late, which we informed the staff, however they went on to ask us several more times, when they would be here (we was ordering drinks 🍷 and it was not busy). When they arrived, we were seated on two separate tables, which could have easily been put together. After rushing us to be seated, then took a while to take our food order (so what was the rush). I had the cod, it was lovely (have this if you go, nothing else), a few friends had the rump steak which was chewy and not edible, a couple of friends couldn’t eat it and one exchanged it for a chicken dish. Rump steak should never be chewy and to be told it always is and dismissed was unacceptable….source better quality steaks! Also, i really don’t know how my friends ate the cauliflower dish, it looked like a burnt lump of charcoal but we were all hungry by this point. Again, staff took a long time to come take our dessert order (even less busy at the point), then they proceeded to bring us the bill even though we hadn’t had the pudding yet! Rushed, not bothered, rushed, not bothered….make up your mind! Nice touch that they brought out 2 birthday ladies a Birthday plate with a small chocolate pudding on, would have been better before bringing puddings out (just a suggestion)! Please Check your bill… steaks were priced wrongly and we were charged more than what it stated on the menu, drinks added to the bill which we definitely didn’t have (a group of ladies aren’t Ale drinkers) and madness to the point, the member of staff had to refund us money. Overall experience was very poor and disappointing. Such a shame for such a beautiful location!

We didn’t eat and only had one drink each however the ladies who served us were incredibly kind and wonderful. Dog water for our puppy given and great friendly service. Special shout to Ronnie! What is not to love!! Thank you.

The food was amazing and the staff was lovely. Everything was presented nicely as well.

What a lovely find. We were early for the ferry and didn’t want to wait in the terminal, but the terrace is right above. Charming staff who were also very helpful Good views,very clean and lovely vibe. The only shame was there was no breakfast on offer when we got there, but the tea was good and the banana bread divine.

First time visit and will definitely return . Helpful, attentive and friendly staff, especially Ruby. Every course was just right. We had the Sunday roast. Meat perfectly cooked, good portions and hot. Followed with a caramelised banana and shortbread which again was just right. Prices reasonable for great food (roast £19 pp).

Lovely mothers day meal here. Very good service, caring and accommodating staff. Great views! The lamb shank was especially lovely ! This is the second time I have eaten here - the first was for breakfasts which were fantastic too! Only reason not a 5 was that the roast could’ve done with more veggies. Will definitely go again as there were so many lovely starters to choose from, I need to try the rest!

Both the view & the food are Amazing! We've had a good time to celebrate my friend's birthday. Highly recommend this restaurant if you have a time to visit Isle of Wight. Remember to book before your visit.

Had an afternoon tea as part of an experience voucher. Service was very good and food was nice. Had the place to ourselves.

Lovely well presented tea plenty to eat relaxing atmosphere

(Translated by Google) Small menu but all the dishes we ate during the two days we stayed were really exceptionally good. (Original) Kleine Karte aber alle Gerichte, welche wir während den zwei Tagen Aufenthalt assen, waren wirklich aussergewöhnlich gut.

This was my second visit and it will definitely be my last. I ordered roast beef with no horseradish and a side of cauliflower cheese. The cauliflower cheese never arrived, and the beef was dumped on a bed of horseradish anyway. The beef & Yorkshire pudding were inedible, the potatoes were practically raw, the “vegetables” consisted of leeks and a single carrot, and the plate was swimming in a thin, watery gravy that resembled soup. A roast dinner should be comforting — this was an absolute disaster.

Fabulous 2 night stay at The Huntsman. Newly refurbished room, which was very cosy. Tasty breakfast. Great location, perfect for Forrest walks and even a trip to the Isle of White, which we did! Friendly and helpful staff, they kindly helped us with the trains and ferry as we were a little unsure. We'll be back.

We reserved a table for a family lunch at The Huntsman and were so glad we did. The seating was comfortable and well laid out, creating a really relaxed atmosphere. The kitchen clearly takes pride in what they do — the food was absolutely spot-on, full of flavour and beautifully presented. Great value for the quality, portion size, and service we received. From start to finish, everything ran smoothly, and the staff made us feel welcome and well looked after. A lovely spot for a meal in the New Forest — we’ll definitely be back!

Well what a lovely place. Staff friendly and welcoming. Plenty of seating inside and outside. Nicely decorated place. Was very busy. Reasonably priced. Had cocktails which were good. We had food, I ordered Crab burger which for me didn't work but did try. My partner had a burger which he said was good. This is situated in Brockenhurst on the main road between Lyndhurst and Lymington. Definitely would recommend and go again

We only had food and drinks here. What we had was tasty, well presented and reasonably priced. The darts and shuffleboard were a real hit with my sons and the pub was very dog friendly. The outside bar was also really convenient.

Came here with family whilst staying in Brockenhurst. The staff were very friendly from when we arrived. Got us water for the table without us having to ask. When food was coming out our server went past a couple of times and looked to make sure all had arrived. He noticed 2 were not with the others and was going to chase as the remaining dishes came. The service was quick smooth and we were not rushed at any point. Our server Joshua was great through the whole night. Highly recommend coming here. Will hopefully return before going back home. At busy times would recommend booking so as to avoid disappointment. At the end of our holiday we decided to come here for breakfast. Didn't disappoint. Would highly recommend coming for any meal time they are open. Staff all friendly and helped book when they website messed up.

Lovely atmosphere, very friendly and helpful staff. Our roast dinners were tasty but served on cold plates which made food cold. Dish of horseradish sauce was cracked and contained a hair which was off-putting. Staff were apologetic and did offer us a discounted bill to compensate.

My partner & I came here for our honeymoon dinner celebration. The pig definitely delivered! From entering the building to having our last cocktail, the service was excellent. Bar staff were great & drinks incredible. Menu was great & staff answered questions effortlessly. Food was sublime & we appreciate the token honeymoon fudge. The pig is perfect for a celebration meal. Thank you!

10/10 experience from start to finish. The cocktails were delicious, the service was warm and welcoming and the food outstanding. Everything on their menu is expertly curated and unique without being fussy or highbrow. Special shoutout to our waiter, Finbarr who was an excellent server and made the evening with my mother-in-law super special. We will definitely be back

Can only speak to the restaurant which the setting and decor was beautiful. The food was really nice as well but unfortunately we were either completely forgotten about or simply uncared for. Plenty of waiting around to be noticed or to get someone’s attention, left a sour taste in our mouths for the price point, which is a shame because everything else was lovely.

The restaurant is stunning , the food and service is lovely, the lunch time special for £28 of 2 courses is phenomenal. The chateaubriand steak for sharing was cooked to perfection as you would would expect. A great choice for lunchbor Dinner and perfect for any occasion

My boyfriend and I celebrated our 2 year anniversary here and it was the most beautiful food, with the loveliest staff in the restaurant. We felt so special and comfortable. Charlie then showed us around the kitchen garden, and her knowledge and professionalism was so impressive and lovely to know how local the food was

Fabulous place, very comfortable beds. Top notch customer service, nothing too much trouble for them. Wonderful chilled but looked after atmosphere. Beautiful place and setting too. Couldn't recommend all of The Pig hotels and restaurants more!

We came just for breakfast and were made feel really welcome. The breakfast was delicious and good value considering all the various options you can eat. We then spent the morning around the kitchen garden which was stunning. The level of service was fantastic and everyone went out of their way to make sure we had a wonderful morning.

Such a cosy place in this sweet town! We managed to order a few minutes before the kitchen was about to close and the portions were extremely generous! Fresh and tasty cod with an amazing tartare sauce highly recommended!

Good beer and an excellent wine menu make for a good start. The food was comforting and delicious; simple and wholesome but well executed. The staff were friendly and prompt. But be aware that their food service isn't all day - I think they only serve lunch until 1430 for instance and we only just arrived in time. The decor was light and had the ceiling been higher I might even have called it airy, but something about the place felt bleak, and I don't think it was just because we were the only people in there.

It's been at least a couple of years since mum and I visited Monty's, which is part of Montague Hotel and Restaurant, Beaulieu. At that time there was a bar menu and we each had a sandwich and a pint, the place was lively and we enjoyed ourselves despite noisy children. Our return visit was awful. We walked into the bar area and no staff (the barman was changing a barrel but this wasn't relayed to us when I went to the restaurant side to find a member of staff). Lifeless and souless. The customers comprised a family with a noisy barking dog who thankfully left and a chap sat by the fire. I asked for a bar menu and the reply was "we don't have one but we have a restaurant menu". I scanned it and thought at nearly £30 per dish for a main course....no thank you. I went back to the bar area and mum spotted that there was 'soup of the day' being advertised which was being served with a toastie (mum would have the soup and I would have the toasty). I then ordered 2 halfs of Flack Manor's Romsey Gold. I set up a tab and the 2 halfs came to £7... you do the per-pint maths. Far too expensive, even by London prices and this is only 4% ABV. Even Molson Coors Blue Moon 5.4% is only £6.80 in establishments near to this place, and is of far superior quality. The few (and young) staff present needed more experience in working in a bar and being able to offer banter with customers and the lack of any atmosphere caused me to cancelled our food order, pay for our drinks and leave. It was the first time I have ever cancelled a food order in my life. I'm unsure who owns this place and whether it is part of Lord Montague's empire. If you're wanting an up-market meal then yes, this would be perfect, eating in the restaurant. But for what should be a lively bar with its own menu then please don't bother. You will be disappointed. This place has so much potential but is desperately lacking personality. Maybe it relies to much on its location, the seasonal tourists and the fact that there is no other bar in the village. Running a bar with hotel and restaurant staff doesn't work.

Thoroughly enjoyed dinner here. The staff were fantastic - friendly, helpful, just the right level of attentive. The food was great - huge fish and chips! Properly dog-friendly too - dog bed set up ready for her, along with complimentary treats on a plate for her. Love their 'a la bark' menu, too.

Disappointing experience — poor service and unwelcoming attitude We had high hopes for our lunch at The Monty, having booked well in advance for a relaxed family meal. Unfortunately, the experience was disappointing from the start. Despite the early booking, we were offered a table right in front of the bathroom door, with no alternative suggested. We asked to sit outside instead, but the table there was unclean and covered in cigarette ashes. Still, it felt like the better option — even if it meant eating next to a busy road. We ordered promptly: wine, a shared starter, and mains for both children and adults (burgers and fish & chips). While the drinks and starter arrived fairly quickly, we then waited 45 minutes for the main courses, with no update or explanation. After asking twice — and only after mentioning we might leave — the food finally arrived. It was decent, but by then the tone of the meal had shifted. When I politely asked why the delay, the staff member responded with defensiveness and attitude. I was told the wait was “perfectly normal,” then that there was only one chef for two kitchens, and finally — quite unbelievably — that it was our fault for ordering a starter. I was also made to feel as if we were complaining to avoid paying, which was frankly inappropriate. We were told the drinks would be removed from the bill, but only the service charge was waived, with no clear explanation. The food was acceptable, but the poor service, lack of basic hospitality, and unpleasant attitude left a sour impression. We will not be returning.

Inexplicably cold and tasteless Sunday roast in a sparsely decorated cavernous room devoid of character or atmosphere. Staff seemed to try but this is one to avoid, particularly at £30 for a main course. No doubt summer tourists fall prey to the surroundings but there is a poor offering considering what it could be with some effort and enthusiasm. Better alternatives can be found nearby.

Staff were having a bad day manged to mix all the orders up and forgot our drinks order for 3 people. Would not be going back in a hurry.

We stopped here on a very hot day for some ice cream. We received a lovely warm welcome as soon as we walked in. The little cafe is pet friendly. There was an extensive choice of flavours and the single scoop was a very generous one ! The pups were also very pleased with their delicious tub of doggy ice cream.

One beautiful café in the heart of Brockenhurst is the Buttery. Nestled in the scenic village within the New Forest, this charming café offers a welcoming atmosphere with a rustic yet modern touch. It’s a cosy spot, perfect for both locals and visitors looking for a relaxing break during their exploration of the area. Ambience: The Buttery has a quaint, laid-back feel with large windows that allows guests to enjoy the scenic surroundings. The café’s warm and friendly service adds to the overall homely vibe. It’s a family-friendly spot and also caters well to cyclists, walkers, and dog owners, making it popular for people out exploring the nearby forest trails. Food & Drinks: Their menu is varied, offering everything from hearty breakfast options to delicious light lunches. You'll find an array of homemade cakes, scones, and pastries—perfect for traditional afternoon tea. They serve freshly brewed coffee, speciality teas, and smoothies. The food is fresh, locally sourced, and caters to different dietary preferences, including gluten-free and vegetarian options. Location: Situated in the heart of Brockenhurst, it’s conveniently located close to the train station and the village’s small shops. Whether you're visiting for a peaceful retreat or a pit-stop after exploring the New Forest, The Buttery is an ideal café to enjoy the charm of Brockenhurst.

A quaint little tea room in the beautiful village of Brockenhurst. Very friendly and helpful staff. We had two scones. The cheese scone was very good, particularly the tomato chutney. The sweet scone was good but very crumbly. It pretty much fell apart when cut in half. The pot of tea is very generous and perfect for afternoon tea.

Fantastic tea room, great food, really nice friendly staff and great service

I wanted to take a breakfast here and I had much expectation about it. It was good (maybe just good for me), but I wanted the wow factor! I am a big portions guy and... I had a hole in my stomach in the end. I mean, the flavour (again) was good but the dish was a little bit simple. That pastries and cake... That's beyond! I loved them, specially the scones! Don't miss them. The people are kind and everything is served correctly.

We called in here from a recommendation and we were nit disappointed. The food was first class and reasonably priced. The staff were friendly and helpful and it's dog friendly bonus.

Lovely delightful cafe, cream scone very nicely presented, only criticism is that the scone was a little dry, may have been better if it had been warmed up, my husband had the smoked salmon sandwich he said it was very nice. Very good selection of hot and cold food, plus childrens menu. We willl return if in the area again. Very nice staff

Haven’t visited this pub for over 20 years and wow have I been missing out!! It’s under new ownership and they are doing a great job! Staff were very friendly and nothing was too much trouble. Food was very tasty and was a large portion, I certainly couldn’t finish it!! Definitely will be back!

Lovely, quaint, quintessential country pub! Popped here for a bite to eat during lunchtime whilst visiting the New Forest. The pub has a proper country pub feel to it which I feel is lacking these days. Staff were very helpful and attentive. We ordered a sharing platter and a light lunch, with dessert. The food was very good and very plentiful, so much so we could not finish it all. Reasonably priced and would visit again if down in the New Forest.

Absolutely lovely. We booked last minute as we were visiting the area, the response was very prompt. The pub is very comfortable and welcoming. The staff were friendly and the food was fantastic. We had the Sunday lunch, with some dessert and coffees. The menu looked great for other days too.

Very nice local place, good food and very good desserts, house wine was pretty good too. Service was excellent. Stopped by for lunch on Sunday afternoon and were not dissapointed. Country style food with a bit of chic. They do have big dedicated parking but it is at the back of the restaurant so you might fly by. Really good and big outside area that is enjoyable at warmer days. So we will have to come back to this place when it will get warmer. Very much recommend, please stop by and have a great meal here :)

Positive: Lovely food, tasty, well presented, hot when served, good choice on the menu. Services was good. Portions are large. Negative: Tables, menus and cutlery dirty. Very quiet and little expensive. Positive: good parking.

Had a lovely lunch there today the homemade steak and Guinness pie, was delicious. The host was welcoming and friendly and the ales were great. Would recommend to visit although you may need to book.

Stopped here on the way to Pennington after hearing the food here was exceptionally good. And IT IS!!!! The Manager Darren was the perfect host - welcoming, friendly, smiling and helpful as were his team -a credit to you. The food was delicious and perfectly presented. I had the rump of lamb cooked med/rare with carrot and cumin puree (mind blowing), tender stem broccoli cooked just right with a fruity redcurrant and mint gravy. It was absolutely spot on. My partner had the rich Beef Bourguignon with horseradish dumplings, fresh seasonal veg and homemade crusty bread. Sumptuous was his description. We will definitely be visiting the Royal Oak at Downton again in the very near future

Loved coming here! Amazing food, fresh, tasty and just yum yum! Good service, everyone was polite and timely. The only reason for 4* and not 5* is because I feel like we need sharper knives to cut the pizza ! As well as that, the table was wobbly and we did request someone to help fix it which she said she would but I think she was busy and forgot (which is totally understandable!!) she was lovely anyway. The chef was fantastic, the layout is an open kitchen/ pizza oven, he was polite and friendly and it was nice to see the cooking and prep in action!! 100% would come again:)

Second time back here. Loved it just as much as the first time. Delicious, clean, authentic food, lovely staff, and great atmosphere. Not cheap, but not expensive either. And I promise you the quality of the experience is easily worth it. Even our semi-fussy toddler gobbles up the food here! Will always come back anytime we're looking for a nice, relaxed enjoyable eat out.

I can honestly say this is the best pizza I’ve had in the UK in the last 15 years! Being Italian, I’m always a little picky when it comes to pizza – but the flavours, the freshness, and the quality of the ingredients here instantly took me back home. A big thank you to Angelo, the pizzaiolo, who put such care into making them. We tried the mozzarella pizza and the mozzarella DOP with buffalo mozzarella, and both were just incredible – exactly the way they’d taste if you were sitting in a little pizzeria in Italy. And the prices? Very fair, especially when you consider the freshness and quality you’re getting. Do yourself a favour and save room for dessert too – the tiramisu is divine. The staff are welcoming, the atmosphere feels just right, and the whole experience was simply perfect. Thank you to everyone there for giving me a little slice of Italy in the UK.

Came here whilst we were staying in the new forest for a break away on our mini moon and WOW! The food here is incredible my partner and I both had pasta dishes they were so fresh and packed full of flavour, amazing service and super tasty food!

Great spot all around, across food, service and ambience! We sat outside on a warm evening so the weather didn’t hurt. Pizza was really good and my partner had the carbonara which was also tutto biene. Was served by Matilda who was super attentive in a very relaxad manner throughout the evening 👍 So good that we’re gonna try to walk in tonight again 🙂

Visited twice during our weeks stay in the area . Great food, good menu, lovely staff. So good we went back. Would recommend. Would recommend booking in advance

Delicious Italian food. This was our second visit after a number of years and the food and staff were as we remembered. Delicious and great (retrospectively of course!). Kids and adults both loved their food. Dog friendly for outside seating. We will be back again

Delicious authentic Thai food in the New Forest. Lovely place to have delicious food. The menu is small but perfect a lovely selection of meals. For accessibility, the entrance has a large step, but it is flat throughout the restaurant once inside. The disabled loo is also the men's toilet

We visited for an early evening meal yesterday and enjoyed a lovely selection of dishes. The best Thai food we have had for several months, exactly what we needed after a day exploring the New Forest. There wasn't a bad dish, but Weeping Tiger was probably the highlight... the green curry was also a treat. Staff were really accommodating and friendly. Thanks! 🇹🇭

Lovely meal here. Wednesday night but was quite busy (nice busy not crazy). Service was quick and the waitress was friendly. The food was absolutely amazing, I wish we lived closer I would come here all rhe time. Should've taken a photo as the food looked lovely too, but we ate it all before we thought of it!

I hate to leave a bad review but the food was so bad I couldn't finish it. The sauce for the tamarind sauce was too thicky and saucy, the taste of fish sauce was over powering and the king prawns were VERY fishy tasting, meaning they were not fresh at all. My partner ordered the pad Thai, and the chicken tasted a little off also. Very disappointing. The guy working there was nice though and I hope they can get their chef to improve the cooking style. The fried squid was okay, it was less fishy tasting but not amazing.

One of the best pad Thai’s I have ever had and great service from a lovely gentleman! Thank you :)

What a superb restaurant! I really can't fault it. We were holidaying locally and fancied a change from the hotel's food and chose this lovely Thai restaurant. Upon entry, we were very warmly welcomed and then looked after very attentively; the young waiter was a real gent and it was a real pleasure to tip him. The food was absolutely stunning and so well presently. Prices were very reasonable and the ambience perfect. If we lived nearby, we'd go very often!

Absolutely delicious food. Highly rate it and is one of the best thai restaurants we have been to. The kids are fussy eaters but enjoyed their dishes.

We visited this evening while staying locally at Carey's Manor, and we stumbled upon this charming Italian restaurant after leaving a few local pubs due to their lack of service and unpleasant atmosphere. What a find this was! The food was incredibly fresh, and you could tell everything was made with care. We started with bruschetta and burrata, both beautifully presented and bursting with flavor. For mains, we enjoyed delicious pasta dishes, perfectly cooked and topped with just the right amount of cheese. And, of course, we couldn’t resist dessert! The service was just as good as the food. Our waitress was lovely, attentive, and happy to recommend dishes. It made the experience even more enjoyable. Overall, we were pleasantly surprised by this hidden gem and would absolutely recommend it to anyone looking for authentic Italian food in the area!

What a wonderful authentic Italian restaurant! Great selection of vegan options for my wife! She had the spaghetti aglio e olio which was super tasty and I had a meat pizza which had really high quality toppings. We were so impressed! It took a little while to get seated and get a table but they were fairly busy. We recommend you book. There was music but it was very much in the background. The building was nice and felt like it had a lot of history. We highly recommend this restaurant!

THE BEST Italian food I've ever had in the UK!!! very friendly staffs yet polite! every dish was extremely refreshing and made fresh! If this place wasn't 3 hours away drive from home, I would be coming every week.. There is no any other way for me to describe the food from here but OUTRAGEOUSLY DEVINE!

All four of us enjoyed excellent food in this lovely family-run Italian restaurant. Service was equally good and very friendly. Good selection of beers and spirits. Lovely spotlessly clean restaurant and dog-friendly too! Can’t recommend highly enough. If you’re in or near Brockenhurst, you really must give it a try.

Nice place with beautiful scenery, fabulous food, and lovely people as well!! Thanks so much for a nice time! Highly recommend!

Brilliant family run atmosphere. Professional and welcoming. We feel like we stumbled across a gem on our holiday. Live music, amazing food and great service. We will definitely be back. Thank you for a wonderful experience.

We had 2 different pizzas and they were good,Carbonara was delicious and a perfect portion. If it wasn't for the not so good Calamrie then I would have given 5 stars. Lovely staff.

This is the second time this year we've eaten here, hungry after a long walk in the New Forest. My first experience was an excellent fish and chips. Most recently I went for the chicken and ham pie, with chips and veg. I can honestly say this was best pub meal I've had this year. You could tell the pie was home made, the veg was well cooked, and even the chips were amazing! The service was exceptional and we didn't have to wait long for the food. We'll definitely be back !

Great pub and the food was great. Proper pie which was delicious. Asparagus and pea linguine was equally tasty. Well priced to. The roast garlic potatoes and bacon mad a lovely small plate.

The staff were all pleasant & friendly, we enjoyed having our lunch in the garden on a lovely sunny day. Food & drink were good, seemed reasonable price wise compared with other New Forest pubs. Recommended.

Stopped here after a long hike, didn't have to wait long and food was served quickly. Staff were friendly and Brought us an umbrella to keep the sun off. Prices are reasonable

Came here with my mum for lunch. Would HIGHLY recommend. The food was out of this world & great value for money. Staff all friendly & welcoming will 100% be returning

My partner and I visited as we were hungry after travelling. Found this lovely, cosy pub, we were greeted with a very friendly face and within in moments were sat at a table and ordered some Sunday roasts. The food was served promptly and a generous portion also! It was very tasty. There is a nice range of beers to choose from. The atmosphere was homely and warm. No complaints at all! Loved it and will definitely return when passing through again!! Thank you Foresters Arms Team!!

Lovely pub to eat food, dog friendly and staff very pleasant would recommend ploughman’s and ham egg and chips. Very relaxed atmosphere.

Immensely good food! Had a handmade chicken and leek pie, new potatoes and fresh veg covered in delicious gravy. My Nanna had a welsh rarebit that was also great. There were no problems with any of the food; it was all fantastic. The service was a little inefficient, and the restaurant itself was very noisy and hectic, but I suppose that goes to show how good the food must be!

Went in for lunch on a very hot day. No problem getting a table for four inside even with part of the restaurant closed off. We ordered a mixture of meals and they all came quickly, the pizza was very nice all cooked onsite. Reasonable priced with everything for four adults coming in at just over £70. One down side we were plagued by wasps even though we were sitting inside, shame, they maybe need to put some wraps traps outside to attract them.

A somewhat frosty reception 30mins before closing time, so try arriving early! 😉 Seating areas inside and out looks lovely. Wonderful location in picturesque Beaulieu. ❤️ New Forest

Steffs kitchen is amazing, lovely food and the best coffee. The staff are so nice and professional our go too place for lunch. I highly recommend. Out door/ indoor seating brilliant.

We had a drive through the New Forest today, stopping at Burley and Beaulieu amongst other locations. We stumbled upon Steff's Kitchen where we had one of the best, if not The Best roast dinners we've had! Everything was perfectly cooked and very very tasty. Good sized portion and reasonably priced. Polite and friendly staff too. Will be back to sample the extensive menu.

Lovely clean-looking spacious cafe with wooden beams and nice decor. The staff however didn’t smile throughout our time there, and made us feel like we were a bit of a burden just wanting to grab some lunch! They wouldn’t take our order at 11:56 (lunch starts at 12), and I understand bending rules is unfavourable however I am not sure why they couldn’t write our order down and leave it in the kitchen for a couple of minutes until kitchen staff were ready for the lunch shift. It just didn’t feel very friendly or welcoming. I couldn’t finish my soup as it was so salty (and I'm usually the one who adds salt to everything!) I’m sure someone had made a mistake in the kitchen, but unfortunately staff were dismissive and barely looked up at me while I tried to explain (so they could fix it for other customers). No apology and certainly no replacement or refund. Prices are also a bit silly. Adding “a slice of cheese” onto the bread you get with your soup would add an extra £3.10 to your bill. £3.10 for a slice of cheese! Oof.

My wife and I had a very enjoyable lunch here on Friday. It was busy but did not have to wait for a table outside. Our order was taken quickly by very friendly staff and did not take long for the drinks and food to come. We had paninis which were excellent and the chips, well... the best we have had in a very long time. Highly recommend.

Been here a few times now, for either breakfast, lunch or a special occasion afternoon tea - and loved the food everytime! It always tastes brilliant, drinks are served in cute mismatched china cups and saucers. And the food is plated up nicely too! Staff are always friendly and helpful whenever I have been, which makes you feel relaxed. Atmosphere I think depends on where you're seated, the front entrance is definitely the cutest and cosiest with lots of natural light. Never had a problem with parking, although when a big event is on, it gets very busy! Would highly recommend this place 👏

We visited for breakfast having had a great experience when they previously hosted a family wake. What can I say - the food was excellent, the service was faultless and they couldn't have been more helpful. Mikey and Steve served us and every interaction was the perfect mixture of professionalism and friendliness. Despite being stuffed with food we were even tempted to take away one of their delicious looking cakes for later. Overall a great visit and we will definitely be returning when we're back in the area. (I enjoyed breakfast so much I forgot to take a picture)

It is delightful to come to this place. We will come back as we really enjoyed our day sitting outside in a wonderful atmosphere in a sunny day with an incredible experience eating and exceptional service from all the staff. The plates were different from other places, abundant and well served. We had cutlery disposed of after our order so we had what we needed, paper napkins and beautiful plates and trays where the food was served. It is a very nice back garden made with love, very cosy and sweet.

Great venue!! I recently had my baby shower in their marquee area in the garden, a perfect area for this type of event and we very comfortably fit 25-30 people in. We could decorate how we wanted and had a dedicated member of staff to take drinks orders. The afternoon tea was reasonably priced and was delicious, there wasn’t much left by the end! And anything that was left they boxed up for us. They even cut the cake up for me so I didn’t need to worry. Overall, such a beautiful venue, friendly staff and yummy food. Would highly recommend. Thank you Rosie Lea House 😀

Lovely lovely place, firstly it's in a beautiful setting and we were lucky to have a sunny day so we set in the beautiful back garden. Fantastic service, quick and funny, professional and very welcoming. The food that came out of the kitchen looked fantastic, so much that we said we are definitely coming again. We went for the cream tea, it was served exactly right (no butter and a strawberry on top) the tea was spot on as well and everything was so so tasty, I'm gluten free and so they made me a gluten free scone on the spot and it was lovely, everything was clean and the toilets were immaculate, my only comment is that they charge extra for milk substitute and that's very old school, saying that however they did provide up with a huge milk jug. This is by far the best cream tea place we went to and all 6 of us felt the same . The total came £48 , for all 6 ppl, so good value as well, next time we are definitely going for the royal tea! It looked fabulous 😍

Fantastic place . Highly recommended. The food is lovely with a different take on things. I had the ploughman's and my daughters had the sandwiches you get a generous potions to. The cakes are amazing, and you also get generous potions. Lovely setting you can sit inside or out. Outside is either covered or open. For those with the four-legged friend, they even cater for those.

Lovely royal tea and ramblers tea, at a reasonable price, so much food that we couldn't manage it all so took the rest home! Cake selection was delicious. All served by lovely staff who were very attentive.

Lovely place with great staff, food was good and very reasonably priced, decor was great fun!!

Fancied an onion soup in the UK for a while now, this one did not disappoint! We've had a soup and king prawns for starters, monkfish tail and lamb chops for mains and shared a Pavlova for dessert. The soup was exceptional, lamp chops were tender, monkfish came with a delicious sauce! It was a great dinner, lovely night and I do recommend this place, especially the soup and the monkfish with its fantastic sauce!

Wow food was as good as it gets ! Tentative service food to die for - lovely place to visit

Lovely atmosphere and luckily the weather was so nice - came here after a long hiking trip and the duck was fabulous. Local cider from Normandy is highly recommended 👌 loved the icecream. I think it could be cheaper maybe.

We paid in full in cash. Try charge us again through the room ! Asked for small 125ml wine. Accidentally gave a large. Just be careful make you sure you have recipes ready for reception ( not small square one they try con you with) apart from that food was ten out of 10 excellent and beautiful inside.

We had a lovely dinner for two despite having to make a last minute booking. The staff were wonderful and welcoming. I had a goats cheese starter which was really superb and my husband had swordfish steak which he's never eaten before and it was out of this world.

Service was very attentive and nothing wrong with the food, but it was nothing exceptional, apart from the French bread & butter😀 (that they charge extra for!). Great wine list though and some nice half bottles.

Excellent service and very tasty food. The three serving staff were very attentive and nothing was to much trouble. You must try the lime chutney, hot and tasty. Chocolates and a brandy on the house to finish and door service on leaving.

A buddy and I were referred to this spot by a local pub down the road - it came highly recommended and Dynasty did not disappoint! The food was tasty, the customer service next level - thanks so much for accommodating us on such short notice... The kind service stood out most!

Had a lovely meal here with my wife and couldn’t fault it at all! The staff and owner were very friendly and I would recommend this place to anyone visiting the town 10/10+ Nick Kokkinos (zorba the Greek)😂😂

The best restaurant of its kind in the New Forest area! We come here regularly (Craig and Zoe). We travel from Lymington because the places here are not as good. The food at Dynasty is literally the most flavoursome in the area. The service is so professional and well thought out. Prices are good for food and drink, and they have a great selection. We will always be regulars here.

Food and service was amazing. Staff could not do enough, food was tasty and portion size was great.

Terrible food. The butter chicken was so sweet. Everything was like a flourescent/vivid bright colour. It’s the worst Indian food I have ever had.

Had an amazing meal here with my husband. Really impressed by the vegetarian options. The garlic chilli paneer was incredible! We live in Lymington and the quality of the food and service far surpasses all of the Indian restaurants here and its 100% worth the journey to Brockenhurst.

Despite the good reputation I heard about this restaurant, my visit was mostly underwhelming due to the food. Nothing wrong with the good service and atmosphere but the food really doesn't live up to its price. From the tasting menu, quite a few of the courses were just rather salty if anything (next table also gave feedback about their dishes being too salty). The vegetarian menu had a course which was 'braised leek', nothing special about it at all, just a few cuts of cooked regular leek, quite disappointing frankly. The kitchen really needs a good look in the mirror and listen to the feedback from customers before slapping a big price tag on the menu.

We had afternoon tea with gin and tonic. We arrived late but the team were happy to accommodate us and still serve us afternoon tea. No one came to see to us - we were sitting out of the way and late. Really impressed that after this slight hiccup the manager came over to apologise. The service was excellent. The food delicious, especially the warm and fluffy scones. We enjoyed different treats overlooking a lush and cozy garden. Recommended.

Wanderful staff and service. Amazing place. Great food. It is sophisticated food so might not be for all. My fiance didn't like beef as it wasn't done too well like for her and they took if off the bill. Amazing service.

Very attentive staff, amazing service and delicious food! The atmosphere was very nice and we left very full and will definitely come back ☺️

Don’t let the pictures and website fool you. This restaurant is nothing like what’s been advertised. Some of the worst food I have ever had.

I used to work here 10 years ago, and it was disheartening to witness the significant decline in food quality and service. The news of their lost Michelin star piqued my curiosity, prompting me to investigate the reasons behind this downfall. Unfortunately, the person in charge of the service exhibited open rudeness towards us, setting an unpleasant tone for the evening. Our disappointment continued as we were served burnt and inedible bread, which immediately dampened our expectations. Furthermore, the fish dish we ordered lacked freshness and was disappointingly tasteless. The remainder of the food was neither exceptional nor subpar; it was simply adequate. It appears that The Terrace Restaurant has failed to keep up with the changing times, merely going through the motions of serving food rather than passionately believing in their craft. It seems that poor management and a lack of accountability are responsible for the restaurant's current state, relying solely on past glories to stay afloat. One cannot help but wonder how long this can be sustained. The only positive in this experience was the presence of two exceptional individuals who served our food, distinct from the aforementioned host. They were truly charming and friendly, providing a glimmer of warmth amidst an otherwise lackluster evening. On our trip to the New Forest we dined at the The Pig and The Elderflower, and they truly stood out in comparison. These establishments exude a genuine passion for good food and possess a clear perspective on how it should be presented and enjoyed. I highly recommend considering these alternatives over The Terrace Restaurant.

Beautiful food and amazing service! The wine recommendation was perfect for our meal. Definitely a wonderful treat for a special occasion!

We visited here in January after my partner treated me to a spa afternoon at Senspa I’m the same location. The food was amazing and the chap that oversees the restaurant was very efficient and attentive. My only reason for giving 4 stars instead of 5 was despite my partner booking well before Christmas we had to wait to one side for10 minutes or so for our table which was a bit odd. But overall very nice.

Had a lovely dinner here as part of the spa package at Senspa. The staff were wonderfully friendly and attentive, the food was absolutely delicious and although they apologised for the wait for food, I hadn't thought it had been overly long. Would definitely recommend.

Excellent food and attentive service in a delightful setting. Stumbled across this place, but not disappointed - high quality dishes. Would definitely return again if in the area.

Wonderful place. Excellent service. Good cooking. We were treated to fizzy wine and delicious sweets when we mentioned our wedding anniversary.

Amazing food and wonderful service. Some of the best food I have eaten.

Lovely Thai Meal. The menu is a great selection (including loads of veg/vegan options), the food was very delicious food and portions were fantastic

Lovely food, had the sea bass for the starter which was done well and then had the lamb shank for the main which was great. The broccoli side was very under cooked and once the kitchen had closed the waiting staff seemed to disappear. They didn't charge me for the broccoli side which I appreciate but considering the price of the meal its basics. My starter arrived 5 mins after ordering and I had to ask for the main to come a bit later. I was told I could have 15 mins before my main which is fine but it came out after about 6 mins. The restaurant its self is delightful but I'm really disappointed in the service.

My friend and I came for an overnight spa break last weekend and from the moment we entered and until we left we were blown away with the whole experience. The hotel is lovely , the staff so accommodating and nothing was too much trouble, also the food was excellent! The spa was so relaxing and Claudia was so lovely with our questions , she along with Hollie gave us the best massages ever! A special shout out to Tom on reception, very professional, answered all our questions and queries and made everything effortless. We will be back!

Came back to New Forest for weekend. When I was younger and growing up In the New forest always passed here. We were staying at Hollands Wood campsite next door 5 - 10 minutes walk. This building has always appealed to me. My expectations were what I expected when went in and it was lovely. The staff were friendly and welcoming. Reasonably priced. Lovely looking out to Cricket pitch and always seeing the ponies. We had a lovely afternoon sat outside. Plenty of seating inside and outside. And really lovely views. We did want food and asked waitress for Menu but she forgot in space of 2 minutes and this only part let us down. Rest of afternoon was lovely. The hotel inside is beautifully decorated and worth visiting. They do High-tea which looked really nice. To sit and appreciate the New forest in a lovely setting was exactly what I needed and made me realise even more how much miss home. I would definitely recommend here and be going again..

We had the wedding of our dreams! Everything was absolutely perfect - the gorgeous venue, the delicious food, and most of all, the amazing team who made us and our guests feel so welcome. So many of our friends and family commented on how fantastic the service was. The staff really went above and beyond to make sure everything ran smoothly, and because of that, we got to relax and truly enjoy every moment.

I had a great stay at this hotel. The staff were very friendly and provided excellent service throughout. The food was really nice, both at breakfast and dinner, with plenty of delicious options. I’d asked to be put in a higher room, and they made sure that happened, which I appreciated. The location is lovely and made the whole trip even better. They also accommodated my last-minute changes, like moving my spa treatment, without any fuss - which is great by the way. Highly recommend.

Took my parents to Balmer Lawn for Afternoon Tea here. It is the only time I have visited and quite happily say that we will be back. Afternoon Tea was lovely. We couldn't finish it all and we were able to take the leftover cakes home with us. Unfortunately there was no photos taken as we jumped into the food. Decor was lovely. Staff were extremely attentive and polite.

We visited for a spa day. The spa seems to have been done recently, it was lovely, clean and quiet. We also had access to their indoor and outdoor pool. The jacuzzi is small and can only comfortably hold two people and there was two people hogging it all day so we never got to use that. However it was a warm day so we spent most of our day laying by the outside pool. They have a QR code you can use to order drinks to the pool which was handy, however it didn’t seem like anyone was working on it at the start of the day as it took 45 minutes to get a cup of tea and a pint of Pepsi. Also, I ordered a pot of tea but they don’t allow china by pool so I only got a paper cup of tea - felt a bit of a rip off at £4 for a small paper cup of tea. They started getting better at being on top of the QR orders as the day went on. We also ordered a pizza take away but after ordering they told us we couldn’t get it by the pool, even though other staff said we could so some confusion there. Apart from this we had a lovely visit and would highly recommend on a sunny day

Absolutely lovely. We had a basic standard double. Spacious and clean, though zero character! Fine for the one night we stayed. Excellent location, beautiful grounds and characterful public areas. Great breakfast too . Would stay again.

This is an excellent restaurant, intimate but not cramped, and a pleasant relaxed atmosphere. We visited twice, whilst spending a few days in New Forest, and were impressed. The food is superb and very well-cooked. A first class menu and great service. We enjoyed it very much and can recommend without hesitation. We spent £50pp including gratuity, for 3 courses including coffee excluding wine. Suggest booking first because capacity is limited and restaurant is popular.

Had a fabulous dinner here. Amazing scotch egg and salmon cannoli for starter. For mains the sea bass and Lamb shank and to end the evening with the creme brûlée. 10/10 for the food. Feels as though you are dinning at a friend’s independent restaurant. Would highly recommend.

What a gem! Creative cooking that is soooo good!! Excellent service and absolutely delicious wine!

Was a surprise for my wife for her birthday and our anniversary. Food was fantastic. Service great. Atmosphere could have been nicer, but tbh it was probably because we were the 1st customer of the evening.

Really beautiful food. We had the scotch egg, the stroganoff (with beef), and the creme brulee and lemon roulade. Everything was super fresh and skilfully cooked, the portions exactly right. We also loved the atmosphere - from decor to music, and the host was very friendly and gave us recommendations. We felt very safe with regards to covid measures, and cannot wait to return and taste more of the menu! Edit: visited again yesterday to try both favourites and new (to us) dishes. Had the scotch egg and stroganoff again, as well as the pork loin main and goat's cheese starter. We also tried the cheesecake and bakewell tart. Eveything was simply exquisite, and Ramsey is always an excellent host. We hope to return again soon!

Delicious food. The best restaurant meal we’ve had in months. Excellent service. Not noisy. Wish we were staying longer and could go again!

A warm welcome awaits you! My husband had steak and I had sea bass which were both delicious. Wonderful flavours. I recommend the Pinot Grigio Calasari. Our desserts were equally good, treacle tart and lemon meringue roulade. Thank you Ramsey for a very special evening.

1 st time we have eaten at this pub. Although we visit on sunny days to listen to the live music. I would rate the food 10/10 Excellent service,friendly day staff. Can't fault anything. Packed solid.

Fantastic pub, really friendly staff and locals, great, reasonably priced food. Live music was playing when we visited and they were fab too. Highly recommended

Traditional village pub. Staff are very friendly. Food is amazing & good value. They do an amazing roast dinner on a Monday night. Ate here every night of our 4 night stay in the area, there was no need to hunt for another place to eat! Varied menu with daily specials, brilliant!

My wife and I dropped in for a drink late afternoon today. Nice looking country pub, lovely bartenders, our visit spoilt only by 2 apparently inebriated regulars, one of whom deliberately and audibly twice passed wind, once after reversing towards his drinking partner. As tourists we won't be back anyway.

Stopped off for a drink and ice-cream. Pub has a lot of character and staff were super friendly. Thevharden area had plenty of seats and dog friendly. Surprised by a bouncy castle being there along with a play area.

Exactly the pub we needed on a rainy day with kids. Massive garden with sheltered area. Decent pub food and super friendly staff. Nothing fancy but everything it does, it does well

Found this pub by accident and really glad we did. Good food and lovely friendly atmosphere. A great local pub.

Great place,fantastic staff very attentive. The food is great and the grounds fabulous. The rooms are nice, not enough power points for charging phone. Also a car charging point would be great. The rooms are a great size, ours had views of the forest. They have a nespresso machine, very nice range of quality tea and FRESH milk in the fridge.

Beautiful hotel and staff were always very friendly, offering to show you to anywhere within the hotel even when they were in the middle of something. Excellent service. Spa facilities are decent. The rooms are pretty spacious and comfortable. Afternoon tea was also very good, great selection and great service.

Just stayed for 3 nights and we had a lovely time. The staff are all amazing they could not do enough, they were friendly and very polite. The hotel was amazing and set in beautiful grounds. The only thing I would say was the swimming pool was a little shallow, not sure why it could not be a little deeper when they designed it, but it was nice and warm and very clean. The food was fantastic and we were bang in the middle of the New Forest, we will be going back for sure.

We had a two night break here and absolutely loved it! The hotel itself is beautiful and set in and around some gorgeous scenery. We did some lovely walks and even hired bikes to explore the area. We ate all meals in the hotel and all were delicious. Breakfast was fabulous, lots of choice and beautifully cooked. The sandwiches and cream teas at lunch were so good and both dinners were excellent quality with loads of options to choose from. We even managed a swim in the outdoor pool, had lovely spa treatments and truly felt relaxed after our 48 hours in the New Forest. I will say I saved the best for last- the staff!! Everyone was wonderful, nothing too much trouble and so helpful and kind. Liz on the reception was especially wonderful, as was Dan in the bar area.

Rhinefield is one of the best places we ever stayed, the service and attention to detail is second to none. The staff are wonderful, the rooms are fantastic and super comfy, the cleaners do a superb job and the food all around the hotel is amazing too. Couldn’t recommend the place any higher!

A stunning hotel with real character, surrounded by forest and wildlife. Visiting friends who were staying in the Munro Suite. Extremely attentive staff. Attention to detail very obvious. The food was well presented and delicious. Would recommend without reservation.

An extremely enjoyable afternoon tea, not just the quality and quantity of the food, the flavours were amazing, the setting so beautiful and relaxing, there was no rush you could take your time, indulge and enjoy! The staff were also amazing, attentive but not over bearing, and charming characters that just finished off making the afternoon just perfect! Special thanks to Harry.

Lovely choice from the continental buffet and the cereals was great. The coffee on the first morning was great but very strong and bitter the second day. The eggs benedict and eggs hemming way were amazing but the buffet hot breakfast was a bit tasteless unfortunately.

Wonderful attentive staff, 3 of the four courses were divine, was let down by the king prawn and crab cocktail, slicing a king prawn in half, and couldn't see or taste the crab meat. Beautiful setting but not a lot of atmosphere sadly. And be careful with the request for non alcoholic drink requests. That could have been tricky. Thanks for a wonderful evening 😊

Priced like a fancy restaurant. We had the tasting menu, all ok dishes but nothing with wow factor, tastes all melded into one with dishes tasting pretty much the same. The wine selection wasn't too bad though.

I was expecting better for a 2 rosette restaurant, having visited a number of others. Perhaps I set my expectations too high. The starter and main were a little above average, not amazing, expected more. On a positive note though the servers were brilliant and attentive. The espresso martini pannacotta dessert was a 10/10 also.

Booked the Cambium for our first night whilst staying at Careys Manor Hotel and we’re not disappointed. Food was very good but service was spot on and all the staff wore masks which at many restaurants they don’t. Just a really safe and lovely experience.

Outstanding food. There was a dedicated vegan menu and we were blown away by all three courses. Service was perfect; friendly and attentive but not intrusive.

Fantastic restaurant in a lovely hotel. Very covid safe. Staff friendly and helpful. Food delicious. Highly recommended.