Pub in Winchester

“Lovely place to eat and they are very helpful when dealing with intolerance and allergies. Food was very tasty. We stopped off here a couple of years ago and remembered how good it was and it's still great.”

“A great lunch stop on a section of the Camino de santiago walk from ovington to shawford. Fis and chips with tarter sauce and mushy peas were delicious Atmosphere and service were great. Well worth a visit if you're in Winchester”

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

“We only ever have drinks (and perhaps crisps occasionally). But it always good and friendly and welcoming. You also meet new people there which again is welcoming. Highly recommended”

“Simply one of the best restaurants in Winchester. A hidden gem. Amazing food. Great staff and great venue. Plenty of seating. Food cooked in open kitchen. Steaks to rival any London steakhouse. Prices are reasonable but what you would exepct in Winchester. Parking at nearby Chesil Street carpark a short 5 minute walk away. Can't recommend this place anymore.. a must try.”

“Popped in on Halloween night as we were running behind on dinner due to trick or treating with the kids and they left us no dinner. Saw their Facebook post on special Halloween offers so gave it a go. Lovely friendly staff, even the chef popped out in to restaurant area. Sausage and mash was lovely, nice touches and locally sourced sausages. Couldn't stay long and only moved to Swanmore 3 weeks ago so at least we know this place is a food one to go to in future. See you again soon!”

“Came in for a Sunday roast today. The food was absolutely to die for with great friendly staff and a great atmosphere. Highly recommended”

“Excellent traditional pub,roaring fires great range of beers and lagers and the food is good to”

“We stayed here for the Christmas markets. What a jem of a find. Literally opposite the Cathedral. Fabulous room with lots of little extras that made it feel really special. A great restaurant/bar below which has great waiting staff & a delicious varied menu. I cannot recommend a stay highly enough.”

“Well laid out modern motel like feel. Rooms comfortable and easy to heat. Good selection of beverages including a coffee machine. Excellent addition of a mini fridge and fresh milk. Plenty of free parking and sort drive out of Winchester (15mins) or to walk in about 1hr 30mins. Local bus stop but not very regular times. Generally quiet though could be more noisy in warmer moths if people outside enjoying the pub. Nice inviting bar/restaurant with good variety of food and drinks. Only noticeable down side would be the random lighting the dipped/brightened regularly (owners have looked into it many times with no resolve) and dusting of the floor areas could be improved especially under beds. Overall the place had a good feel and would recommend this place and definitely consider staying again or in another place in the company chain.”

“Stumbled in here caked in mud on a freezing cold day from the South Downs path. We were made to feel so welcome. We had a lovely coffee and tea perched by the fire. We were so comfortable we didn’t want to leave! Definitely the highlight of the South Downs path so far!”

“I usually do not leave reviews for anywhere but my experience today was exceptional. The gentleman who was front of house was so lovely and friendly, the food was phenomenal and it is such a pretty restaurant! We will absolutely be returning. Thank you to all of the staff for such a wonderful experience.”

“This is a lovely club for the family. The staff are friendly and welcoming with some great facilities like darts, pool and live sports. The toilets are always very clean as well.”

“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!”

“Came across River Bean and Bar by chance Great find. Quiet while we were there early afternoon. Friendly staff. Good menu but can recommend very tasty fish finger roll. Will visit again soon”

“The King's Head was a great find. The staff were amazing. They were extremely helpful in every aspect. The entertainment was great for New Year. The car park was large enough for people enjoying an evening drink/meal and people staying.”

“Stayed for a short break to visit the Cathedral, Christmas Market and shops. The Westgate’s central position was ideal for access to everything. Room very comfortable. Food excellent and all the staff couldn’t have been more helpful. Would highly recommend and hope to be able to return one day soon. Thankyou”

“Came here on Friday. Fab time. Got free photos with lovely Beth! We’ll be back soon xx”

“We visited The Bridge Inn today, for a celebratory 90th birthday lunch, with our Mum. The restaurant was busy when we arrived and there was a lovely atmosphere. Liv was our waitress and she looked after us really well. In fact, all the staff were friendly and welcoming. The service was excellent, attentive but not overly so. We ordered drinks while we looked at the menu, which was quite varied and well laid out. We chose our mains and we didn’t have to wait very long before the food was served, nice and hot. A couple of us had the steak and ale pie, which was delicious! Two others had chicken dishes, which were very tasty too, and one of us had the special venison burger, which was amazing! Deserts followed, including sticky toffee pudding, chocolate brownies, and apple tart, all of which were absolutely delicious. James was our chef today, and we got to chat with him, briefly, after our meals. The prices were very reasonable indeed, and the service charge wasn’t added automatically, like many restaurants, but we didn’t hesitate to add our own cash tip, as the whole experience was just perfect. Definitely a birthday lunch to remember, and I’d highly recommend a visit to The Bridge Inn, at Shawford.”

“We did not eat food here as we had already eaten lunch. We just stopped for a drink and to appreciate the atmosphere. The food looked really good and there were many appreciative customers”

“I have been to masala Lounge around five times over the last year and every time, whether it is Indian or Thai, has been really high quality. I went yesterday evening and I think it’s the best chicken curry I’ve ever had. I liked it so much I’m tempted to go back and have another one. The staff are very friendly always happy to see you. Highly recommend the quality of the food.”

“This is my 1st time visiting The White Horse. The food was absolutely beautiful and the cocktail I had was delicious. The staff were all very friendly, polite and very helpful. Megan our waitress was lovely, making sure we had everything we needed for our lunch. We sat and ate at the back of the bar, its was lovely sitting on the window seats. It was lovely and quiet, and peaceful. The best way to enjoy lunch.”

“Cracking find between an alleyway off the High Street or a road running beside the side of the Cathedral good range of drinks plenty of outdoor seating in the alley. Amazing prices.”

“A lovely little pub with a nice garden, friendly to dogs and children. Pick your visiting times carefully: Monday to Friday lunchtime food. Evenings: the pub stays open until they run out of customers - usually by 9 pm.”

“We were visit Winchester overnight and spotted the Anchor and Crown across the road. We popped on and had a delightful meal which was fully homecooked and delicious. Service was wonderful, the staff are so friendly and up for a chat. Throughly enjoyed our meal and time there.”

“Took my elderly Uncle and friends to have lunch. The staff were ready with a ramp for his mobility scooter and were attentive throughout our visit. The roast beef was delicious and pudding to die for. Compared to London prices (where I live) this was a very reasonably priced visit. Go give them a try, you won’t be disappointed!”

“Had my daughter's wedding reception here yesterday Martin and the team did us proud had an amazing time thank you so much”

“Me and some mates went in after work and the Bar staff ( gin and Charlie ) where very friendly. The pub is very clean and overall great atmosphere. We Only came in for a glass of wine ended up having two bottles. Lol”

“Great atmosphere, the bar staff called Emily and Mal were very friendly and helped me pick the perfect White Wine. Will definitely be returning !”

“Myself & my family visit this pub regularly and it doesn’t ever disappoint. We are a family of 4 and always feel warmly welcomed and enjoy spending time here. The staff are all very welcoming and attentive and always trying their best to please the customer. It’s a wonderful, family run pub and we will continue to support them for a long time yet. Thank you so much to everyone at The Fox & Hounds who always make our visits a real pleasure. Highly recommend.”