The Best Restaurants in Hampshire, United Kingdom (2025)

I must say this pub is well out of the way but worth finding! The Sunday roast beef was the best Sunday lunch I think I’ve ever had in a pub… the staff were excellent and so were the real ales. I’ll be back 100%. If you try it your love it.

My partner and I were staying nearby and had dinner her one evening. We were blown away. The food was absolutely delicious. The service was wonderful and the pub was quaint and pretty. We are so glad to have visited and will be back next time we are in the area.

Fantastic food, we were really impressed. It was so delicious, I had the beef blade and the jus in particular was incredible. Staff were so helpful and thoughtful catering for my allergies. Nice wee pub with good beer on tap and great friendly service. We are definitely going back.

Best roast! I recently had the pleasure of visiting The Yew Tree in Aylesford, near Hampshire, and I must say, it was one of the best roast dinners I’ve ever had. This charming pub excels in every aspect, from the warm, welcoming atmosphere to the truly outstanding food. The highlight, of course, was the roast dinner. The variety of meats on offer—chicken, lamb, and beef—ensures there’s something for everyone. I chose the lamb, which was tender, perfectly cooked, and served in a generous portion, far exceeding my expectations. The inclusion of sprouts, often overlooked in many roasts, was a delightful touch and prepared to perfection. The free cauliflower cheese was the cherry on top, adding a creamy, cheesy element to the meal without an additional charge—a rare and appreciated bonus. What sets The Yew Tree apart is the excellent balance of quality and quantity. Each plate is hearty, satisfying, and made with evident care. The roast is paired with crispy roast potatoes, rich gravy, and fresh vegetables, completing the experience beautifully. Overall, The Yew Tree delivers a flawless roast dinner, earning a well-deserved 10 out of 10. If you’re in the area, this is a must-visit for any roast lover!

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 😊

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

Went here today couldn't eat as was fully booked but did manage to have a quick drink and was a really cool place to visit inside was awesome the menu is only pies and they are very unquie and each table has a computer game that you can play unfortunately we did have one of these tables so didn't manage to test them out might have to come back when it less busy

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.

Great place for a traditional English breakfast. Service was really nice, very clean. No complaints.

Lovely local cafe, serving proper cafe food at good value prices. Really enjoyed our breakfast. Friendly manager too!

Myself and my partner were actually on our way to another café when we stumbled across Adore Café in the middle of a residential area. We decided to try it out as it was quite hot outside. The decor and atmosphere on the inside was fantastically relaxed and chill, as well as bright. Everything was clean and honesty it looked like this place had be built yesterday. The staff were very friendly and welcoming. The selection on the menu is brilliant, from all day breakfast, to brunch, burgers paninis and also an amazing selection of sweet treats from sundaes to pancakes. Food prices were more than reasonable and our time here was far above our expectations. I'll definitely be back here and I think I'll be bringing some friends next time! Update: Me and my partner came back to Adore Cafe for a quick breakfast. Staff as usual were very friendly and helpful! Was a bit busier than last time we visited but still lots of space. We'll be coming back here again and again! :)

Excellent cafe for big cooked breakfast, at a good price. Friendly staff, great service, loads of parking. My go to place for a breakfasty treat!

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!

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.

My husband and I enjoyed all plates we had here🥰 We will definitely go back there and want to try course menu next time😘

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.

We had an amazing lunch with very lovely service. All the food was perfect especially the authentic puddings. I highly recommend a visit.

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.

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.

We were passing through and stopped for lunch here. Wasn't expecting such an amazing burger! It was very thick, juicy and full of flavour. The fries were nice and crunchy and well seasoned. Daughters sausages were delicious too. Cost around 30 quid to feed the both of us including a beer so not bad value for money. Staff were fantastic, very friendly. Definitely recommend

If we could give this pub 5 stars plus then we would!! Found this pub on google search whilst on a visit my family. We all decided to give it a go after reading the reviews and we were not disappointed. The food was absolutely delicious, every course perfectly cooked, very flavorsome, and well presented, absolute top compliments to the chef. The service was very good, our food arrived in a timely manner and was served with a smile, it was a great experience and we would highly recommend.........we are definitely going to come back when next in Winchester. Fabulous experience.

Came for lunch on a week day, wasn't expecting too much but given the car park was nearly full and the pub was quite busy I had better expectations and I wasn't wrong, the team were friendly and helpful. They have a good range of beers and drinks, the wine was of a good standard too. The show stopper was the food, I had venison, my wife the chicken, both dishes were delicious, frankly I could have eaten anything listed on the specials board, we left very happy!

Turtle Bay is always a great vibe, and I’m find the food and drink never fail to deliver great flavours. I’ve been several times over the years and I have always had an enjoyable visit. My recent visit was good, albeit the service was a bit slow and things did take quite some time. The food however was excellent, and I would highly recommend the Jerk Salmon - it was sensational. The cocktails are great, and if you catch them on 2-4-1 they are a bargain. The Reggae Rum Punch is always a winner. If you’re looking for some flavoursome food and good drinks, Turtle Bay is always a great shout.

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.....

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.

Just Popped in for a quick snack like a sandwich or something with family but the menu looked so good we ended up having a fantastic Steak and chips, the home made pie was amazing, the home made shepherds pie was DeVine. Staff very friendly, good array of drinks , the pub is dog friendly and has a lovely atmosphere.

The Fox: A Warm & Welcoming Gem! We had a truly lovely family lunch at The Fox. The crackling open fire instantly made us feel at home, creating a wonderfully cosy atmosphere. The staff were exceptional – so kind, helpful, and attentive. My gammon, egg, and chips was cooked to perfection, and my partner raved about the delicious IPA. Even the kids' sausage, chips, and beans was a generous and tasty portion. Highly recommend for a delicious meal, friendly service, and a truly welcoming pub experience.

Just finished a fantastic Sunday lunch here. We had the roast pork and the sausages & mash (on special). My Roast pork was one of the best I've ever had, (my only criticism is that there could have been more of it) the roast potatoes were lovely and crispy and fluffy inside, all accompanied with a superb veg selection of steamed savoy cabbage, carrot and swede mash, broccoli and red cabbage. The gravy that came with it seemed to be specifically pork gravy and was delicious. I asked for stuffing with the pork and extra gravy. Nothing was too much trouble and I will definitely be going back again even tho it's 25 minutes drive, it is well worth it. 5 stars without hesitation!

Limited menu but very good food. Delightful people. Very welcoming atmosphere. Popular lunch destination for locals and rightly so. Good value. Will go again. Soon.

Great brunch place, excellent coffee and all the food is sourced locally which I love! The boot room is especially cosy for coffee and cake on a cold miserable day with its nice fireplace. Only downside (which isn't their fault) is it gets very busy at weekends so do book on advance to avoid disappointment as this has happened a couple times to us.

Went on a Monday and got the vegan full Kimbridge - it was lush! The only “criticism” is that I’d have liked 1 more hash brown because they were perfection and there was waaaaay too much butter lol. But we will definitely be going back. The courgette fritters were fried to perfection. Great atmosphere, lovely location and the staff were very accommodating!

Saturday I had Chicken snitzel and my wife had the Haddock we both enjoyed the food. We returned on Sunday I had the Bacon belly and my wife had the scallops we both enjoyed so much so that I said complements to the Chef. Wonderful food. Good atmosphere and a craft shop too.

Found this place by chance after camping in the New Forest for the weekend. 100% recommend, a great menu and yummy food. I had the chicken and waffles and it came with a generous helping of maple syrup. The only thing I would change is serving the syrup on the side. I also had one of the best chai lattes I’ve ever had. Our dogs were made to feel welcome and were given treats by the staff. Thank you so much for a lovely breakfast!

We had a lovely lunch whilst on our cycle ride past this charming pub by the river. It is always very busy so I recommend booking a table in advance. Beautiful log fires to compliment the rural countryside decor. The food was beautifully presented and tasted lovely. My only criticism would be the quality of the side salad. It was very basic for the price point. The food portions are on the conservative size too. Otherwise I would recommend and return. Especially great in the summer where you can sit in their lovely garden

I've been dropping into this pub on and off for many years. It is a historical place with lots of charm, in a beautiful setting in the Itchen valley. Needless to say it's a great place to end up after a walk. It's a cosy, welcoming place. The staff are lovely and helpful, and nothing seems too much trouble. The food is hearty and a good standard. The garden is lovely on a good day. It's well worth a visit, even if you just drop in for a drink. May it continue to be a joy for years to come!

This is a great pub to visit during the summer, when you can sit outside in the sun and enjoy the tranquility of the English countryside. The garden is pretty and nicely kept, and you can see the crystal clear river Itchen close by. Just beyond the pub garden is a really lovely walk over a bridge and along the river, where you can observe the beauty of nature. The staff here were helpful and accommodating. It's everything a country village pub should be.

Beautiful old style pub. Great food. Brilliant service. Stunning location. I took my mother here for lunch. She has many happy childhood memories of this pub when some of her family owned the pub (she’s 85 years old). Charlie served us and was super friendly. He was more than happy to listen to my mother tell him about the pub from years ago. It really made her day. THANK YOU CHARLIE. You are credit to the pub. Definitely recommend this place.