The Best Restaurants in Alton, Hampshire, United Kingdom (2025)

The food is delicious but the packaging touted as compostable is very misleading. It is "commercially" compostable. You cannot compost containers at home and I have yet to find info on anywhere local that can do this. They will end up in landfill. Can't be recycled. Vegware is the supplier and it tells you all this on their site. They have changed their containers! Now fully recyclable. Well done Sacred Chow 😊

Delicious plant based dinners delivered to your door in 100% recyclable packaging.

Stopped for lunch after a walk. Great food, especially the dhaal and ham hock. Loved the Ten Tun Tap house beer from over the road. Will come back soon to try the burgers!

I stopped at dill on a Saturday afternoon with some friends for lunch and a catch up. It’s in a great position in central Alton and is in a beautiful old character building. It was bright, modern and clean inside, and there were plenty of tables - which is good as it’s a popular place. The menu has plenty of options and it was difficult to choose what I fancied as it all sounded so good! I settled on their chicken burger which came with fries and coleslaw. It was absolutely delicious, and the portion was very generous too. The service was friendly and efficient, and overall we had a fantastic lunch. I will definitely return again when visiting Alton, and I would highly recommend if you’re looking for somewhere nice for breakfast or lunch.

What a little gem in Alton! We had a fantastic time visiting dill. We were very late to our reservation due to traffic and the staff were very understanding, which we appreciated. The atmosphere was very relaxing. We had the tomato and mozzarella sourdough special, the hog father (pork belly burger) special and the sweet corn fritters. We very much enjoyed everything!

I had a really enjoyable brunch/lunch at Dill - great food, polite staff and a lovely, chilled atmosphere. I highly recommend the ham hock hash! 🤩

When people do something right they should be commended for such. Bravo gentlemen. Friendly servers, excellent food and fair pricing. My favourite is the bacon, sausage and egg bap and a latte coffee - you can ask for the bacon to be a bit more crispy and they are happy to oblige. It might look like a burger wagon but it is big, bright, airy, and very clean (5 star score on the door rating) and a steady stream of trades persons who know where to find good food. I will certainly be back and I live over 15 miles away.

I've been here twice and today will be making a 3rd visit, great friendly service cooked fresh to order and alway hot

Gorgeous Burger. A Touch pricy , but so worth it. Highly recommend 👌

Have had a few bacon and egg baguettes for breakfast and burgers for lunch. Always really tasty and reasonably priced. Can’t really give 5 stars for atmosphere at a burger van in a car park but it is what it is. You don’t go here for a romantic candlelight dinner but the food which is always excellent.

Amazing food and service. Maisie our waitress is wonderful and not at all my daughter so I might be biased. I had the fries and tacos and it was all delicious. Highly recommend the ‘zombie’ cocktail.

Delicious food, good menu choices and great cocktails. Staff were friendly and attentive. Loved how the water came out in tequila bottles!

Carlie who served us was great and attentive, love the decoration, food was really nice. We had the soft tacos, quesadillas, and a burrito between us and all were well made.

Great fun restaurant. Excellent for Mexican food, but the best bit was how happy and friendly all the staff were. A great place to eat, very much recommended! Also amazingly good for coeliacs, almost everything is gluten free!

I wasn't sure what to expect with this being the restaurant of a Masterchef winner but I wasn't disappointed. The food outshone what I had experienced in the oriental parts of the world. It was gorgeous, the food sang from my taste buds in ways I haven't encountered since I came to this part of the world. The waitresses were friendly and attentive, I couldn't ask more from them. Their delivery of food from kitchen to plate, with a smile, was all I could ever ask for.. The overall experience was simple, with the food being front and centre, stealing the show. Would I go back... I want to go back already and I have only just left. Go here, eat the deliciousness on offer and have an amazing meal.

This is a lovely, owner operated restaurant run by Masterchef winner Chariya, is a little gem. The service is excellent, with friendly staff who offered a warm welcome, were attentive and very helpful with food information. The menu is quite small, which is good because the kitchen produces the dishes really quickly and does a great job of cooking tasty food. Chariya herself works in the kitchen. I look forward to visiting again and trying some other dishes.

A much awaited visit to this gorgeous new restaurant in my home town didn't disappoint. The Thai inspired dishes were bursting with flavour and beautifully presented. The staff were polite, attentive and nothing was too much trouble. The restaurant is fairly small and had a great atmosphere. I would definitely recommend to friends and can't wait to visit again very soon.

It was our first chef's table experience at Khao Soi by Chariya and boy would we do it again! Every dish was so creatively thought of and the taste is just mind blowing. Simple dishes made extraordinary!

Rory and Rae provided great service and were extremely friendly. The ribs were absolutely delectable and would love to have them again. Both the service and the food could not be better and will be highly recommending this pub to my friends and family. Please if you have the chance come to this pub

Went there for Sunday lunch. Good food, if a bit pricey. The serving staff were excellent but the wait for our main courses was too long. One minor complaint... Put pound signs against your prices or next time I'll try and pay in Rand or Roubles.

Enjoyed lunch yesterday. Fantastic food. Best fish and chips ever ! Fresh , hot and very tasty. Lovely warm and cosy with the log fire on. Great to sit in there after a walk in the village. Friendly bar staff. Excellent service. Must visit again soon.

Lovely one night stay yesterday. Fish & chips and roast beef for dinner were very tasty with good sized portions. Shared a waffle and ice cream for dessert, very nice. Comfortable room and good choice for breakfast. Staff were friendly and service good. Will back in the summer for a braai. Good undercover seating in the garden

Hands down one of the best burgers I ever had. Would put to shame the vast majority of ‘quality burger’ spots London has to offer. Ordered the double Oklahoma which comes with American cheese, fried onion and American mustard. Absolute flavour bomb. Very reasonably priced as well

Made the trip from Basingstoke to Alton to try a smash burger from the Smash brothers, the burger was so tasty I would travel much further for that quality. I thought it was easily as good as a five guys and much tastier than a recent 7 bone I had. We both had a pickle burger, I had a double the other half had a single and we shared a Parmesan garlic May fries. We will be back I would thoroughly recommend smash brothers.

My wife and I have been here several times now and thought it was high time to leave a review. The burgers are absolutely delicious and possibly the best I've ever had. The guys are friendly and polite, even when very busy. I really hope they stick around for a long time to come. Yummy...

Didn't even realise this place was here! Son wanted burgers for his birthday and when we googled Smash brothers came up. So glad it did, burgers were delicious, fries and Parmsan garlic fries we lovely! We will definitely be ordering from here again, everyone has already decided what they will be trying next time.

Made a return visit to where I lived many years ago. Heard about The Market Hotel from friends, to use as a base, and wasn't disappointed! Newly reopened after an extensive, yet tasteful renovation, was delighted with the area, ( perfect for exploring a beautiful part of the countryside). The decor and ambiance, together with "mine host's" charm and friendly manner, obviously very experienced in making their clients needs a priority make this a must visit. Also worth mentioning, as one of the owners, is an excellent Chef, you will certainly not go hungry, choosing from their menu, of many home cooked dishes.

My partner and I stayed here for my friend wedding. We had a wonderful stay, new landlord has great customer service and did everything possible to help us. Only 2 down points, the fire exit sign was really bright in the room and kept waking us up and there was a low hum we could hear. But apart from the above we enjoyed our stay.

Attending the Veterans breakfast was excellent thank you for being excellent hosts and very welcoming.

We went down to have some lunch and sit in the sun. There's not too many places in Alton, so being close to the Market, we thought we'd give it a try. The food was great and the service was excellent. Really good experience and all too happy to support a local pub. Highly recommend

We ordered a takeaway, so cannot comment about the restaurant, although my husband said that it had a good atmosphere and we should 'dine in'. The food was excellent, so we will. Discovered a real gem in Alton.

Decided to have a Sunday banquet £15.95 but as it was December they had the festive banquet @ £25.95 and they even offered it for 2 dine in customers. The restaurant look like a typical Indian, but don't let the fool you. The food was fresh and tasty, even though I did not manage to experience the smaller normal banquet, the Christmas one was very filling and provided many options. We even asked to have a doggy bag as could not finish it all. They also offer tribute nights, something I may go and re-visit. The restaurant manager gave us complimentary drinks after the meal. Definitely go and try the place out.

Had my first experience here Wednesday evening. What can I say, a very Warm welcome by the manager and his staff. Good was amazing. Very Reasonable too . Waiter didn’t rush us and came to check on each meal. Will definitely return again 10/10 for FOOD , 10/10 for SERVICE and finally 10/10 for CLEANLINESS

Recently I had the pleasure of dining at curry palace Alton, and I can confidently say it was an exceptional experience from start to finish. From the moment I walked in, I was struck by the peaceful ambiance that immediately made me feel relaxed and at home. The decor is tastefully understated, with soft lighting and comfortable seating that creates a tranquil environment perfect for an intimate dinner or a quiet gathering with friends and family’s. The service was impeccable. The staff were attentive without being intrusive, ensuring that every need was met with a warm smile and genuine hospitality. They were knowledgeable about the menu and offered thoughtful recommendations that perfectly suited our tastes. Now, onto the food—every dish was a masterpiece. Chicken 65 was best I had ever eaten The flavors were vibrant and perfectly balanced, showcasing the chef's skill and passion for creating unforgettable meals. From the appetizers to the desserts, each course was a delightful journey of taste. The ingredients were fresh and high-quality, and the presentation was as beautiful as the food was delicious. Overall, curry palaces Alton is a must-visit for anyone seeking a peaceful dining experience with outstanding service and food that will leave you craving more. I can't wait to return and explore more of their exquisite menu. Highly recommended!

Had a great Sunday Roast here. My wife and I had the Nut Roast which was superb. Nice and moist etc. and the whole meal was very pleasant. Great friendly attentive staff all round too. Would happily return.

We held a wake here and were really impressed. The buffet food was lovely, everyone was very helpful and the venue was a great place for guests to relax and mingle. The pub garden was also lovely on a rare sunny day in March.

We stopped for lunch in this pleasant village from our walk of the local hills. A muddy day but staff were ok with us keeping our boots on! Large bar with two adjacent dining rooms and lots of original features. Just two cask ales on offer the day we visited...both sampled and were in excellent condition and well served by friendly staff. Food was excellent and delivered promptly. Prices typical of the area. Worth coming back ... Perhaps when it's less muddy.

We booked a table last minute and arrived for dinner as a group of 4. The service was great, good absolutely delicious, would 100% come back. There's a really good vegetarian selection on the menu! Very generous portions.