Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Hampshire

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Updated December 05, 2024

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The Kitchen@ Winchester Golf Academy

4.8

4.8 (49)

£25 and under

Café

Winchester

About the restaurant

Located at The Winchester Golf Academy, The Kitchen @ is an independent all-day dining offer that celebrates British ingredients and local producers.

When it comes to our food, we believe in following the seasons for fresh, bold flavours, served simply for maximum enjoyment. We care about where our food comes from, how it is produced and harvested so, wherever we can, we source the highest welfare and support local so we can do our bit to reduce food miles.

Open for brunch, lunch, dinner, coffee from 9am daily , expect a relaxed atmosphere and friendly service. We care about people - whether our staff or our guests, so we’ve created an environment where people can thrive and guests feel welcomed.

Pop in and see us, whether you’re here for golf, walking the dog or simply catching up with friends and family.

Top review

Sue

Dined today

Lovely breakfast as usual. Great to see the Half breakfasts back on the menu, Thank you all. Merry Christmas.

Compass Rose Chinese Restaurant & Bar

4.7

4.7 (117)

£26 to £40

Chinese

Portsmouth

About the restaurant

Our Chinese restaurant is renowned for our exceptional culinary creations that bring out the best of traditional Chinese flavours. We offer an exclusive menu of dishes that are masterfully prepared, using only the freshest ingredients. Our Michelin Chef Simon Li will curate an unforgettable journey that will leave you and your guests impressed.

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Janet

Dined 3 days ago

This was our first visit the the restaurant. My first impression on going through the door was slight disappointment as I expected it to look very different from when it was previously the pub. However the food was amazing every single thing we ordered was gorgeous and my husband is very picky S not many decent Chinese restaurants/takeaways around. The service was excellent the two girls were attentive when needed and nothing too much trouble. Will definately be goi v again.

The Kara Fleet

4.8

4.8 (465)

£26 to £40

Turkish

Fleet

About the restaurant

Welcome To The Kara Lounge Fleet! After our success in Grays, Essex, we've decided to bring you the hype and excitement to fleet.

With our amazing lunchtime offer, evening meals, and weekend entertainment, what's not to love.

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Robert

Dined 5 days ago

This is the second time at Kara for us, but this time it was for a family gathering, and yet again it was great. The shorter fixed priced lunch time menu choice was superb, great value and the food outstanding.

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Mid-Week Lunch Time Offer £15.95

The Olive House restaurant

4.7

4.7 (1222)

£25 and under

Mediterranean

Basingstoke

About the restaurant

Authentic Turkish and Mediterranean cuisine, freshly prepared and freshly cooked. Family-oriented restaurant. Family run restaurant.
Mr ErhanAtag is the checf since year 2000

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Emily

Dined 4 days ago

Always amazing service and a warm welcome. Delicious food, cosy atmosphere, authentic style. Never disappointed.

The Town House

4.6

4.6 (100)

£26 to £40

Contemporary British

Alresford

About the restaurant

Our lovingly restored Grade II Listed Georgian townhouse in the heart of New Alresford, Hampshire.
Designed with comfort in mind, to take you through every stage of the day, almost every day of the week.
for Food, Drink, Co-Working & Events.

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Dave

Dined 6 days ago

Great meal - food was excellent and service 1st class. Highly recommended

Edo Asia

4.8

4.8 (246)

£26 to £40

Japanese

Southampton

About the restaurant

The sister restaurant of Shanghai 1814
Serving Asian-inspired small plates, Robata grilled dishes, sushi and sashimi, designed to share and be devoured alongside an unforgettable selection of theatrical cocktails and fine wines.

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Richard

Dined 2 days ago

Four of us ate at Edo Asia on the Thursday before Christmas. It was my first time here, and I was blown away by the style and quality of the restaurant atmosphere, the food and service. Probably the best Asian restaurant I've been to outside of London. Between 4 of us, we tried two different set menus (2 or each), one mainly fish, the other mainly meat (chicken, beef). There was plenty of food, all beautifully presented and VERY tasty! All in all, a really great experience and I wouldn't hesitate to come back. The cost? About £100 per head, including a bottle of fizz and 2 bottles of wine and the obligatory service charge. For the quality, I thought it was good value.

Porters Wine & Charcuterie

4.9

4.9 (493)

£25 and under

British

Southampton

About the restaurant

Situated on Queen's Terrace, Southampton and overlooking the historic Queen's Park, Porters name originates from the history of its surroundings, 'Porters Meadow'. Tucked away from the vibrant Oxford Street, Porters offers a place to unwind, eat and drink in the company of friends. We are passionate about creating a social dining experience to be enjoyed by all. To compliment our hand selection picked of wines, we have sourced only the best UK produced meats and cheeses. Our unique menu allows you as the customer to build your board by selecting from our great range of cheese and charcuterie. Our boards have been designed to share among friends and to create a social and relaxed dining experience.

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Harry

Dined 7 days ago

Loved it; great menu, great food, great setting! Thank you

Reggina's Italian, Botley

4.6

4.6 (1789)

£26 to £40

Italian

Southampton

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of Botley Village, Regginas Italian serves the best and freshest seasonal produce, Italian cheeses, meat and seafood. Get swept away by the warm, aromatic flavours of Italy, served to you with an elegant touch in an atmosphere that’s second to none.

From classic, nostalgic flavours to new, inspired dishes the stylish menu is perfectly complemented by the restaurant's stunning environment and outdoor dining space. Perfect for any occasion whether it be lunch, dinner, birthday or business meal. Explore our A la Carte menu, lunch set menu, afternoon tea or even an Italian buffet available.

During the Summer, dine 'Al Fresco' on our outdoor terrace to enjoy the sun.

Top review

Tim

Dined 1 day ago

Once again, eating at Regina’s was a real pleasure. In recent months we’ve found eating out in the Southampton area has become quite unpleasant - poor quality food, poor service and increasingly high prices. Regina has retained the essentials - the welcome was good, the service, exemplary and the food, superb.

The Meldiz

4.8

4.8 (119)

£25 and under

Turkish

Basingstoke

About the restaurant

The Meldiz Turkish Restaurant
A big warm, friendly welcome from us to you, offering our customers here in Basingstoke a touch of the Mediterranean.

Here at Meldiz we pride ourselves in our achievement of bringing together not only the true authentic flavours of our country but combine that with our renowned generosity, we not only offer you the customer an amazing experience but also great value for money.

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Michael

Dined on Dec 4, 2024

Great meal as always. Wine choice is excellent & reasonably priced. Will return soon.

Shanghai 1814

4.6

4.6 (786)

£41 and over

Shanghainese

Southampton

About the restaurant

Shanghai 1814 is an exceptional destination restaurant in an iconic listed building in the heart of Southampton. You won’t have experienced anything quite like it. This is where East meets West in a cacophony of flavour, style, colour and vibrancy. Shanghai 1814 is so-called as the owner’s ancestors opened their first restaurant in Shanghai in 1814 – the time of the Qing Dynasty, China’s final imperial dynasty.

This combination of traditional European architecture with exuberant Chinese interior design is dynamic and exciting. Welcome to Shanghai 1814 and enjoy the ultimate dining experience.

Wow-factor interiors are decadent and glamorous, draped in dazzling chandeliers and adorned with cherry blossom. The menus feature contemporary Chinese dishes that are fresh and flavoursome, created by a Chef who previously worked at Michelin-starred Hakkasan in London’s Mayfair.

Top review

Edita

Dined 4 days ago

The food is to die for . It's really good value for money lunch set menue for £21 we couldn't finish our food, very generous portions. Great service, too. 10 out of 10!

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