Relaxed atmosphere dining in Southampton

“Nice persian restaurant in the city centre. The owner and the staff greeted us very warmly and the persian Kebabs and food were delicious. They also offered us persian tea on the house.”

“We had a lovely weekend away at this beautiful hotel with our extended family. Fiona could not do enough for us and offered us a different room when the cabin was a little tight for us with two small children. The children loved it so much so we stayed in the cabin and it was so cute, with clever storage and a real unique rustic experience. I imagine the best experience in one of the cabins would be in the summer as there was a semi private seating area to enjoy a tipple on a summers evening. There was a large shower and everything is done to a high finish. There was also some lovely gifts left for us on arrival. My Grandad's room in the hotel was lovely with a big bathroom including a stand alone bath which he loved. On our second night my Grandad had trouble with the TV and a member of staff went up to his room immediately to sort it out. The food in the restaurant was of high quality and very yummy. We will definitely be returning when we next come to the New Forest, would recommend for couples and families. Thank you Spot in the Woods!”

“Really enjoyed our breakfast at Bill's. Their big breakfast isn't as big, but was definitely delicious and hence I was able to completely polish it off. They even changed the egg to match my preference. The bacon, baked beans, eggs, mushrooms, and sausages were cooked to perfection. The black pudding however was not my favourite. Their jam and toast martini with vodka was one of my favourite things all day. Definitely try this if you visit.”

“Wow i ordered 1 time from you. I love kebabs i was eating everywell, but here is very good fresh meat (not from the oil pot) and fresh salats . Loovely. I will take it more times”

“The host greeted us by assisting with the door as we approached. Very friendly, showed us to our table and let us pick where we'd be most comfortable. Assisted with removing the chair so I could sit in my wheelchair. Got us started with water and nachos, then sent our server over to take our order. Service was great, very efficient. Server ensured we had exactly the food we wanted. Cleared empty plates in a timely manner. Overall great service”

“Just had a great Sunday lunch cooked by Chef Luke. Friendly service from Sam. Roast lamb was great and my wife had a half a roast chicken which she failed to finish - just due to the volume - and to ensure she could fit in some dessert. Cracking crumble and excellent bread and butter pudding with homemade vanilla custard. Great way to end a weekend away. Hoping to book the place for a birthday party next year...”

“The food was absolutely delicious, and the service made the whole experience even better! Liam was incredibly cheerful, recommended a few dishes (all of which turned out to be amazing), and checked on us often to make sure we had everything we needed. Overall, it was such a great dining experience. Would definitely come back again!”

“Had a fantastic meal here last night with friends, fantastic food and drinks selection.. and our waitress/host Meg was so accommodating nothing was to much trouble for her . Will definitely come again”

“Great food and the service was lovely. Everyone was so nice! Food came quickly and was delicious!!!!”

“Fantastic whilst on night shift in hedge end area! Great flavour and quality, great price!”

“Cracking meal. I had pretty low expectations but couldn’t have been more wrong. The salmon and squid ink pasta was fantastic. The chicken was lovely. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend. They’re obviously trying which is great to see.”

“They're forgot my drink however I said it doesn't matter but the driver who was on at about 6pm Thursday 4th went back without being asked to and got my drink. He deserves a raise.”

“Unbelievable Mexican cuisine, Francisco the owner makes all of the food fresh, which you can watch him cook, the portion sizes are generous and completely authentic! His selection of home made chilli sauces are incredibly tasty too! The home made fruit juices are so refreshing too. Best Mexican in Bournemouth, easy.”

“Top-notch french cooking in a relaxed ambience. Informed and friendly service. We left with a smile on our faces.”

“Bike friendly burger van located right next to National Cycle Network Route 236, great place to have a fabulous breakfast before heading to New Forest for a long bike ride.”

“A well hidden gem with a really laid back atmosphere and super friendly staff. Food is simple but fresh and delicious. A great place to chat and take your time. Will be back for sure.”

“A gem of a café. Hidden away on an enterprise estate, seek it out as the food is exactly what you hope to find for breakfast, brunch or lunch! Only one smashed avo item on the menu but plenty of bacon, sausages, eggs, cheese, beans and delicious granary toast. Staff are friendly and chatty creating a lovely atmosphere.”

“Great food and very friendly service! I had the chicken rice stone bowl, which was absolutely delicious. It was served hot (and stayed hot in the stone bowl through the whole meal), with fresh vegetables, tender chicken and had just the right amount of sauce. My wife had the beef ramen soup which was equally tasty - I had to sample it several times! Don’t miss out on this hidden gem!”

“Best sushi in Bournemouth by far! Friendly staff and the food is exceptional! Hard to beat sushi this good! Highly recommend!”

“Simply incredible. I've been to many Japanese restaurants, but this small, cozy place has undoubtedly become my favorite. The food quality is outstanding. Everything is freshly prepared with great care. You can truly feel that each dish is made with love and a deep respect for Japanese tradition. The fish is fresh, the flavours are balanced, and the variety is impressive, especially for such an intimate restaurant. The space is calm, clean, and thoughtfully organised. It’s run by a lovely couple who are incredibly kind and welcoming, which makes the experience even more special. Their hospitality and attention to detail really stand out. My partner and I ordered the summer roll, salmon hoso maki, black tiger roll maki (my partner’s favorite), Philadelphia roll (my favorite), tuna and salmon sashimi. The prices are fair and more than worth it for the quality you receive. It’s the kind of hidden gem you stumble upon and immediately want to share with everyone. More people need to discover and try this place. ❤️”

“Such incredible sushi! Cannot recommend this restaurant highly enough, the execution is on point, everything was handmade and so fresh. They have great vegan options, some of which aren’t on the menu so be sure to ask! Extremely reasonably priced for such high quality sushi. This is the best sushi I’ve had even having been to Japan!”

“Came here for lunch and I was completely blown away! Situated outside of the main town, this gem of a place was a really great find. Quality of ingredients was superb, especially the salmon. Prices were reasonable. Definitely recommend the peking duck roll, eel unagi & salmon nagiri. The menu has a ton of items so be prepared to be overwhelmed at first! There’s something for everyone. Server was really nice and attentive during our visit. 10/10”

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

“Lovely place with a great vibe! The coffee was perfect, and the food were fresh and tasty. Friendly staff and cozy atmosphere — definitely coming back!”

“We visit often, it’s the best fish and chips we have tried. All the staff are friendly and welcoming, food always fresh”

“Great breakfast, food was cooked beautifully. Had two veggie breakfasts, mint tea and Avo GO Go smoothie, highly recommend.”

“Fantastic food! All cooked on site so tastes super fresh.”

“What a fabulous restaurant. We were on holiday in the village and ate here twice in the week, on both occasions the food, service and atmosphere were excellent. They have a great menu and the food is prepared to a very high standard. The servers/owners were professional and friendly and really mad our visits a joy. You get the impression it's a family run business with a lot of thought & care put into it. Ray's Italian Kitchen is definitely worth a visit - you certainly won't be disappointed. Am I the first person to have their Aperol Trifle twice in four days? I think I might be.”

“Great place to grab a takeaway pizza. Staff is extremely friendly and love what they are doing. The food is tasty and extremely affordable. Kind of made it my local place to visit once a week.”