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

Amazing meal, food was so well flavoured and beautifully cooked enjoyed every course definitely recommend going for a meal out food good price for what you get and the quality. Staff couldn't do enough and worked hard.

Great atmosphere, excellent food from a wide and varied menu and fantastic service. An absolutely fabulous and faultless experience. I can't wait to return.

Absolutely delicious. We popped in without booking on a Saturday lunchtime and they squeezed us in. Ordered a mixed platter (meat) for 2 and we weren't disappointed. Generous portions and variety, service was very good, also had baklawa which was incredible! Would highly recommend, and we want to try the mains next time, because other peoples dishes on their tables looked and smelled amazing.

We popped in for a late lunch, the staff were very accommodating found as a table. The service was very prompt, and the food came out very quickly. There are a large number of options on the menu, and we decided to have the mixed Mezze. We will have added on some lamb meatballs with pistachios. The food was very delicious, and we really enjoyed the fact that they served all the dishes on different plates. Looking forward to our next visit and trying some different dishes.

Simply amazing 🤩 This is not like an every day restaurant. It’s like stepping into Sicily 🙌🏻 Sergio is a master cook, using all his old family recipes. You won’t find any Dolmio here! Will 100% come again on our next trip to Winch

We love Sergio's! The food and atmosphere are fantastic. A little bit of Italy in Winchester. Cannot recommend highly enough. Interestingly when we were there on Valentine's night all the other guests appeared to be returnees. That's all you need to know. Thank you Sergio!

The best restaurant in Winchester. Winchester is lovely to live in but the one thing we miss since leaving London is dining out. Sergio's skill combined with his choice to fresh high quality ingredients is a marked contrast to Winchesters chain and fast food places. We moved here 2 years ago and only just discovered La Gastronomia as it was hidden on Google maps. The atmosphere and decor is spot on too. A little bit of Italy without the hassle of queuing in the airport!

We had a great meal here. Sergio is super passionate about his cooking and it is clear in the amazing (100% fresh) traditional Italian flavours he serves up. One of the best Italian restaurants I’ve been to and would recommend to anyone who wants something much more than the standard high street ‘Italian’ chain. We are looking forward to returning and trying the tasting menu.

Such a cool place, took lots of pics of the decor! Very reasonably priced. My chicken pie was great, but my mash was cold, the meat in my friend's beef pie wasn't very tender and his mash was cold too...however, the gravy and the liquor were top notch and, the pastry was fantastic and the flavours were great! We'd definitely go back ***update*** We went back! Friend made a better pie choice (BBQ chicken), mash was hot, pies were crisp and delicious, only thing that wasn't as good was the liquor this time. But I'd now give 4.5 stars. Staff also lovely

Amazing cafe with great pies and mash and co.puter games so much to look up as a sci fi gaming family it was right up our ally and we appreciated all the little touches... so impressed. Especially the posters and hand dryer.

Visited today with with my husband and 4yr old for lunch. Had a warm welcome when we arrived and was explained how the menu worked. The restaurant was small but wasn't busy when we arrived shortly after they opened at around 12.15pm Monday. The waiter explained my son could play with all the toys in the window and action figures. He didn't peep over lunch and was very busy playing! We had a couple of games of Mario Kart which was fab too. Food arrived quickly and hot, nice pies, mash and gravy. All in all a great lunch. £12 for a meal which was prices right. Make sure you use the toilet as its an experience!

Food is DELICIOUS - we went on a Saturday for lunch, and the vegan options did not disappoint. Generous portions and original ingredients. Loved by Don Bourguignon pie. The Not Dog pie is also great. Amazing decor for fans of video games / movies / series. Toilets are Star Wars themed. They have old video games available to play too! Couple of suggestions: Cleanliness - high chair for our child was really dirty, we had to use several baby wipes before we could sit him down in it. Waiters completely ignored him too (which seems to be very common in the UK... but children are people too!) Lots of great paraphernalia but a lot of it looks pretty dusty/dirty! Otherwise, we will be back to try the rest of the menu, thank you 😊

Didn't know what to expect from Turtle Bay but was pleasantly surprised. Went for dinner - Food was excellent as were the 2 4 1 cocktails, service was polite and prompt even though it was a busy night. Would highly recommend a visit although..... If it's a quiet evening meal your after, probably best not go on a Saturday night as it was crowded and very noisy......but that can only be a sign of a popular establishment. Looking forward to going back.....

Loved loved LOVED it here.....We booked in for the bottomless brunch (late afternoon) It wasn't that busy but still good atmosphere. The food was fabulous...the cocktails were nice and plentiful.What made our visit was our waitress Abby she was very attentive and friendly an asset to the team.

Our server Chris was very attentive, extremely polite and happy in his job. Which is lovely to see. He catered to all our needs. He is an asset to turtle bay. Good staff are very hard to come by and he is certainly a worth looking after. The food and drink were perfect 👌🏼 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

A place filled with lots of bustles, happy hours with a good selection of cocktails. Sweet corn fritters were excellent but not for those who cannot tolerate spice.

Elegant! Lovely decor, wonderful service, delicious food and a great wine list. We went as a group of 4 for a 2/3 course lunch and there was nothing to fault. It was our first time dining there and we will certainly be back. It was great to have some seasonal game choices on the menu.

Came here on a Friday late lunch after enjoying a day in Winchester. They offer some good 2 and 3 course deals, but we had our heart set on the chateaubriand steak. We ordered this and the baguette with dips to enjoy while waiting for the steak to be cooked. The place is very spacious and nicely laid out, with an open plan kitchen upstairs. Staff here are very good. Our meal was very good paired with a good red wine as well. The only criticism is the mark up on the wine. But this is something that happens everywhere. Overall a brilliant late lunch here🙂

Rather noisy, but that's the way of most restaurants these days. Service excellent. Food very good, although carrot 🥕 too soft. Dessert was slightly disappointing as the description said, "Autumn Still Life", and was just like a painting on the plate with not much to eat.

Had a Sunday roast. Yorkshire puddings and roast beef were very good. No gravy with meal or horse radish. Had to ask for gravy and horseradish. Vegetables were very bland and uninspiring. Main course took around 25 mins to arrive. Sat by window which was quite chilly. Starter and dessert very good.

What an amazing place for lunch! One of the best restaurants we’ve been to in a very long time. Service excellent, food delicious and an ambiance to savour and enjoy. Thank you Ivy and our server, Cameron, we had a wonderful lunch. We were given surprise birthday cakes to celebrate our birthdays, such a lovely touch. A meal to remember. Can’t recommend it enough.

Absolutely fabulous place. Staff exceptionally attentive. Food excellent. Exceeded our expectation. Great atmosphere. A celebration of my 80th Birthday. Champagne Hi Tea.. Even provided small cake with candle beautifully decorated.Will definately come back again. Not not just for an occasion. A lasting memory.

One word; Amazing 👏 I ordered the roast and I was always sceptical because I love the old pub but was pleasantly surprised my only gripe was as i was eating I saw someone get the beef 😋 and got food envy 😅 nevertheless the roast was succulent, potatoes crisped to perfection and everything was moist and super tasty. Don't get me on the desserts. I could sit there and eat them all day. Sticky toffee pudding 🍮 is intense flavour on the mouth

Lovely decor and the staff were friendly. A shout out to the toilets for being stylish and very clean. Food wise, the starters were delicious, squid and arancini are definitely recommended but the mains left a little to be desired. However, the chocolate / celebratory bombe on the other hand was amazing and the staff even wrote us a sweet message. I'd go again to try other food from the menu and would try the afternoon tea or the cocktails. 4.5/5 + £££

We came here for bottomless brunch. The food was amazing and the drinks were really good. Would recommend the candyfloss gin and tonic. Rosie looked after us and made sure we were always topped up. Would definitely recommend.

Popped in with my friend for lunch, and the stable has such a wonderfully cozy atmosphere with lovely staff. Had the Hawaiian Five-Oh and by far the best pizza I have had with such fresh ingredients and homemade dough

We tried the Christmas special- festive full monty and the pig on pillow. The pizza is nice and the crust is crunchy. There are different type of cider as well.

Had a festive brunch with the ladies at the Stable Winchester, place is easy to find and was quite hectic. Second floor was quite nice and homey but not too keen on seeing the manager standing right in front of the kitchen staff looking rather stressed the entire time we were there. Rest of the staff were quite attentive and very friendly. Could do with more cocktail options and better mocktails.

Stunning food and interior at Turkuaz in Winchester! The vibe makes it somewhere you can go for a special occasion but the price is reasonable. Tasty food and good service. They also have good cocktails!

Went on a Sunday evening for a 30th birthday. Service was brilliant the woman couldn’t have been more professional. The food was outstanding some of the best meats I have ever tasted. Will definitely be coming to taste more of the menu! And that very good cocktail list! Food attached is a mixed izgara

I was visiting Winchester from London to visit family for Christmas and had an amazing experience at Turkuaz, atmosphere was just perfect and the service was brilliant - the team couldn’t be more friendly and attentive whist giving us some great food and drink recommendations. Food was delicious and portion sizes were just right, highlight for me was the octopus dish which felt really unique. Would highly recommend and will definitely be back!

Lovely evening with friends, food was amazing and live jazz music completed the dining experience. fair price for delicious food, would go again definitely worth a visit if you haven't been.

Great steak, fairly good service and atmosphere. I had an excellent steak, with good quality sides. It was well prepared, with great flavour and is generally much better than you get in an average steak restaurant. The location is central to the city, so parking is a challenge, but I would say it's worth the trip, finding a space and walking to the restaurant. I had and would certainly recommend the T-Bone, it really was very good.

Great steak restaurant. Lovely staff and great fresh produce. Good wine selection and great steaks 🙏 Great for larger groups too

What an amazing find this evening . Thank you so much to my wonderful husband to be for treating me to a really romantic evening and dinner again. We will both definitely be back in the near future

We visited the Porterhouse for our mother's 80th birthday and had a brilliant meal. The staff and management couldn't have been more helpful and attentive, including setting up balloons and organising the birthday cake (which we were permitted to provide ourselves with no issue that it would mean no dessert orders!). The steaks were perfectly cooked, starters and sides all great (probably the best Steak Tartare I've ever had) and the chips were insanely crispy! Easily the best place to eat Steak in Winchester.

Went here with wife and a couple of friends. Food was lovely as was the wine. Cocktails were also good. We did however have a 45 minute wait for a table that was booked weeks in advance and the service while waiting was pretty poor, which did take the edge off the overall experience. Did add a couple of photos of the food but I'd already started eating before taking photos because we were that hungry from the wait 😂

Well where do I begin with our wonderful dinner? Beautiful food, the most delicious bottle of wine we've ever enjoyed, gorgeous, cosy surroundings, and friendly service from welcoming, attentive, and knowledgeable staff. We were given a little anniversary surprise making our visit even more unforgettable. We shall be back.

We decided to try this restaurant from my partners birthday lunch. Booking was really easy online, and they sent a reminder email a couple of days before to check i still wanted the table. We arrived a little early and they were more than happy to show us to our very comfortable round booth table. There was a good selection of wines by the glass and the bottle, as well as beers. We decided to do the lunch set menu, which was delicious, and well priced. At the end of the meal the discount via the set menu was £5 off each. We had bread to start which was fresh and crunchy. The Farmhouse Terrine was delicious served with the jam. We were pleased with our choice and the jam complemented it well. We both had the Pork Schnitzel, which was also delicious. The combination of anchovies and capers was great, the bits with the anchovy on were especially a highlight. The baby Gem was also really good. We finished our meal with delicious puddings, which weee both really good. A lovely venue in the centre of town. £50 a head for three courses and drinks. A delicious lunch