Local sources in Romsey

“I often go in here to get my Waitrose staples that simply aren’t available in any other supermarket but today in particular I feel the need to write a review mainly due to the Waitrose Partners in this branch. I needed help at the Customer Service desk and a lovely lady named Louise helped me well she really went over and above and I really do appreciate the kind and thoughtful assistance she provided. I was also assisted by 2 other partners instore today. Thank you all for your constant help, it always makes Waitrose a great place to shop.”

“Went for a saturday night family dinner. Walked in rather than booking a table due to other plans falling through- would definitely recommend! Staff were accommodating and lovely, with good service. We had 4 different dishes and they were all to a good standard, a little more expensive than other pubs in the area but the food matched this. Lots of decent vegetarian/vegan options that have clearly been thought out rather than being an afterthought, very impressed. I had the risotto which was delicious. The only downside was one of our wineglasses had a lipstick stain on it, but everything else was clean and I imagine this is not a regular occurrence. The pub is also dog friendly, including some tables in the restaurant area. Lots of parking. We will definitely be returning!”

“I always enjoy their donner meat and chips”

“One of the best pizza's I've ever had. I will be returning every chance I have”

“Great little find in Romsey. The food was good quality and tasty, lots of options and the cafe seems to cater well for Vegetarians, Vegans and GF. Kids options were a good size, and you can't beat bottomless tea for £1 in 2025!”

“Really nice visit. Great service and tasty food. We will be back.Highly recommended.”

“Lovely place! We only stopped for a quick beer but the food menu looks delicious with loads of vegan and gluten free options. We’ll be back.”

“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.”

“Great little pub. Nice little beer garden and biker friendly”

“Fabulous first fish and chips experience!!! Living in Switzerland we don't have these take-aways! We had heard that the fish was cooked to order, which it was - huge pièce of really fresh cod, batter was so crisp, and not greasy at all. Chips were also fabulous, thick, tasty and also not greasy. We asked for more chips than we needed, and the lovely man suggested 1 portion of chips for 2 fish which was definitely enough. Loads of clients there, but the queue went down really quickly as they are very organised. Staff are amazing, friendly helpful and very professional. This is the place to come, the others will pale in comparison!!”

“Wonderful pub. Lovely and very friendly staff. Food is superb. Steak pie the best I have ever had.Will go back again.”

“Brilliant food, great service! Reasonably priced with good sized portions, the food came quickly and all together. Veggy curry was lush, and the pie of the day was really good too. They also had live music which was a really nice addition.”

“Forgot to take photos of everything that we ate because they were gone in seconds. We enjoyed every bite. Everything was so nice - coffee, English breakfast, burger, cake! We stayed in the farm lodges for a couple of nights and the cafe is the best part of this farm for us - Charlie, the manager and the staff are all amazing. Thank you, Charlie for such a warm welcome. Thank you for all the cuddles you gave our dog - also a Charlie :)”

“Here last night for a team meal and had such a great experience. The service was excellent from start to finish — the staff were so friendly and welcoming, which really made the evening. The atmosphere was relaxed and cosy, perfect for catching up with everyone. Food and drinks came out promptly, and it felt like nothing was too much trouble. Would definitely recommend for anyone looking for a pub with genuine hospitality and a lovely vibe. We’ll be back!”

“Cooked fresh, good value, generous portions and friendly service. We have one closer but prefer to come here.”

“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.”

“Had a very enjoyable meal for Mothers Day. My Mum's seafood platter looked incredible. The waitress was very helpful and informative, especially in regard to my Mother-in-Law's gluten allergy. We had a very cozy table tucked away from the main restaurant. A very nice night all round.”

“We needed a cold drink and a sit down during our visit to Romsey. The Phoenix stood centre stage on the high street. Not very alluring from the outside but just what we needed on the inside. A lovely chatty young lady served us a pint of ale and a lime and soda for a really good price compared to other establishments in the south of England. She chatted whilst she poured the drinks too which also makes a difference to me. Relatively quiet we found a table away from the bar and settled down. A typical old fashioned pub, nothing special, wooden floors, basic tables and chairs, 80s music playing in the background, quirky wall paper, nothing special but it had something, it had the ability to talk to your companion, it felt comfortable, not quite sure what it was but it definitely had something, maybe just the ambiance, who knows. If we were in Romsey again we would definitely pass through its doors again.”

“Great food and decor. Attentive and polite staff. A lovely place for a meal in Romsey. Didn’t have the full menu available but what they did have was very well made and flavourful. A bit noisy due to the bar and restaurant being connected but that’s to be expected in a bar/restaurant venue on a Saturday night. Overall I would recommend The Olive Tree.”