The Alice Lisle in New Forest

Lovely pub with high quality food and drink but the prices are very high for what you get ! Portion sizes are Shockingly small for the amount of money you are paying.

Stunning Food was fantastic as was the service. It was my birthday and they made me a special dessert ❤️. Above and beyond and very much appreciated. Dog friendly always a plus

Was a little disappointed today. Hubby asked for pie of the day (steak and ale) with chips. It arrived with mash. I had the chicken schnitzel. meals were VERY bland. NO flavour to anything. Had to pile on the salt and pepper to add some form of flavour and the mash was really dry. Hubby had gravy with his pie so at least that helped. They did offer to bring a side of chips for him but we declined. Service: No one came to check on whether we were enjoying the meal or even asked us when they collected our plates. I had to go up to the bar and ask for another drink and didn’t get offered to bring it to our table. Very unfortunate as it is in such a lovely setting.

Staff are always friendly, food is lovely & they have a great selection of drinks both on tap and bottles - the garden is also amazing!

Great service and food. Good location.

Great place to go very friendly people.

This is alovely pub in a beautiful setting, however we were disappointed today. We had been promised a dog friendly table around to the right side as you walk in . However when we arrived we were directed to a high table with high stools and next to it and was a young man setting up to sing. We requested another table as we knew it would be too loud. This was denied. We went to our table and had to ask the young man to move his equipment from our table( which he did ). When he started playing ( and he was very good) it was at full volume but we couldn't talk to each other!. it was uncomfortably loud!. Food wise The roast pork was lovely, the roast chicken was good but the vegetables were very eldente and for 2 of the plates you couldn't cut the veges, apart from the cabbage and peas. It was a shame for the talented young man as most of the Sunday crowd couldn't hear him and he was excellent. Had we been moved to a different table, we would've stayed for another round of drinks and puddings so the pub lost out on more money.

Great food and fantastic venue 👌

Food was nice enough and the waiter was polite but having to wait an hour for the starters then another hour for our mains was a bit too long. Needless to say we didnt have desert.

Awfully rude staff, so much attitude and not a tad sincere. Popped in for a drink and a portion of cheesy chips and olives. Went to order at the bar and although outside was practically empty was insisted we got the table number and she was refusing to take our order until we got the table number. However a nice boy called Harvey stepped in and sorted it. Secondly the food came and we had to tell the waitress it was ours, then we start eating and she comes over and takes the olives, telling us we didn’t order them and we ordered bread. We had to tell her multiple times that we didn’t order bread and then she gave them back. Then they come over with an order of bread and chips and we tell them it’s not ours and she has so much attitude, and yet again Harvey had to step in and tell her where to go and then she walks back swearing under her breath and rolls her eyes. Ny friend went to get condiments and asked the staff and she replied “there outside aren’t they”. A couple near by even heard how rude we were spoken to and asked us if we were ok because of the attitude of the staff. Olives were £5 and were awful and chips was a very small portion. Will not be returning. Used to be a nice pub, now all the staff have attitude problems and are not willing to help.

Unfortunately this is one of the most dissatisfying experiences in a while. The service was extremely slow: 10 mins to be seated, 20 mins sat before we had to ask to order. 45 mins for the food to arrive, which was cold and items were forgotten. Staff were uninterested and apologetic. A real shame.

Lovely pub. We didn’t eat but looked a good menu. Good feel and great beer. Large car park and lovely garden. We’ll be going back!

We have been to this pub for dinner on a number of accessions and generally the service is not bad, but last night, the worst service I’ve had hands down, not just here but anywhere. We arrived 10 mins early to be seated on time, so far so good. Ordered our drinks and meals all within about 10-15 mins, they were busy when we arrived so this was fairly speedy. Drinks did not arrive for 40 mins, one of them never arrived, my partners coffee, despite them mentioning it a few times when passing the table. The children were outside playing when the starters arrived as they were fed up of being seated for an hour or more waiting on the starters. 2 of them we didn’t order and were supposed to be the children’s meal option rather than the starter option, so those were refused. We finally received our main meals almost 2 hours after we were seated. I had the pork roast which was actually very nice. The timings weren’t what made me write this review, the fact they had the audacity to bring out 1 child’s goujon meal split across 2 plates for an 11 and a 12 year old at the cost of £8.50 a head. Disgusting. Like I said we have eaten here plenty of times before and the children’s meal has never been 1.5 chicken goujons and about 9 chips. They also ordered brocolli which never came. But by this point the children needed to go home as they had school in the morning and we had all had enough of the shocking service. Whilst we were eating a lady came to ask if we wanted more drinks and we asked for a Pepsi max, a lemonade and a water, never received the water. Remember that coffee we never got earlier? That was on the bill so we know it was put through the till. Didn’t stay for dessert as it was late, much to the children’s disgust as they were still hungry. We had to get the 2 older children a drive thru McDonald’s on the way home as they were both starving.

Have been there in the past, but this time for a Wake. Sensitive and thoughtful staff.

Extremely slow service. Very disappointing. Decent food.

Visited this pub a few times recently during the week in the early evenings. Always a reasonable amount of customers, in spite of being during the week. Every visit the service from staff is okay, they all seem fairly pleasant. The latte here is good quality coffee and fairly strong, but one negative point, is that the cups they serve it in are always very small for the price they are charging, and are one size only. On the positive side, the area for drinks is beautifully decorated and very cozy and warm on cold days. Always a great selection of background music playing. Always a lively atmosphere in this pub, even during the weekday evenings.

The portion size is really small for the cost of the meal. We had a vegetarian Sunday roast with 2 roast potatoes 1 carrot and 2 tiny parsnips. The vegan Yorkshire pudding was inedible it was so bad. The meal wasn't very filling and they are charging top end pub prices. The service was good but very slow. Wouldn't go back again for Sunday roast unfortunately.

This is a great country pub after a good long walk with the dogs. Food is great staff are very friendly and welcoming to dogs and punters all the same.

Scarlett that has been an amazing host in the bar for a long time now, ventured in to the kitchen and has proved to have a true talent. One of, if not the best pub meals I have had. Credit where credit is due. Well done Alice lisle- this raises the bar on what you can do and I look forward to eating here again

We went for lunch after a walk in the forest. We asked for a table for seven with a high chair. This was no problem. Everyone was so helpful. The food was very good indeed with sausage and mash, fish and chips, and sundry pies. I had a smoked chicken sandwich which was most toothsome. Good ales.

Fantastic food, even the childs meal was perfection. Our dogs were welcomed, we shall return.

Went for the pub quiz. Good range of questions! Food was also very good

First visit to this pub in Ringwood. Great environment, great selection of food and more importantly AMAZING service.

Had a nice dinner here today. Very friendly staff, especially since one of my party had very difficult dietary issues and they were able to cater to them. There was a dog friendly area and other dining area as well as a large outside area. They were very welcoming with the dog as well.

Visited recently with our toddler. It was quiet as 5pm and was peaceful and cozy. Plenty of parking. Portions were generous and menu was excellent. Good quality ingredients and kids meal was excellent. We had crispy pigs cheeks off the BURNS menu which were amazing and surprisingly filling ! Burger was also great. The place is well decorated and a beautiful building with plenty of space to eat and drink - the little rooms and corners are cute and the conservatory was lovely too. Staff were efficient and very friendly. Nice to have some games for the children to play as entertaining. A toddler is always tricky, even with plenty of sticker books. She liked playing with the Jenga. Would definitely return when we re-visit the area on holiday later this year and wish this was our own local !

A really lovely Sunday roast, very large portions of everything. We were in a. Party of eight adults and six children all our meals came at the same time and piping hot. The surroundings were really pleasant and comfortable. Definitely worth visiting.

We have known the AlicevLisle for years.very pleasant pub

Continue to return to the Alice, they’ve recently had a lovely refurb throughout. In the summer the garden is an amazing space. Food always good and great sized portions, enjoy the specials menu. Prices are also pretty fair. Especially for the area. Staff are very friendly and always have a smile on their faces.

Lovely pub / restaurant in really nice setting. Unfortunately that's where it ends. Arrived slightly early for our reservation but met with friendly staff and sat down. Waitress arrived and we ordered our drinks. Drinks arrived after about 10 minutes, waitress then took food order. We then waited 45 minutes for the starter which one had to be returned as it was only luke warm. By the time it returned the rest of us had finished ours. Lunch arrived but again some of it only luke warm and not cooked fully. By this time we a bit fed up so ate what was edible and mentioned to the waitress our complaint. Felt sorry for the waitress as none of this was her fault. Lastly think that £10.30 for a 20cl bottle of prosecco is a bit pricey. We did get 20% off of our bill but unfortunately will not be returning.

A great warm welcome on a cold day. I had a fish and chip lunch and it was a nice change not to have 50% batter..... just a tasty thin covering and tasty fish. My wife had an enjoyable meat pie. Top marks!

Great pub. Good beers, nice log fire and friendly bar staff.

Didn't get to dine so will be going back

We enjoyed our meal. It was very busy as it was Christmas. The service was very good as well.

Lovely place, location. Good food

Really enjoyed our visit to this pub, diverse menu with decent veggie options and nice decor. Friendly staff, all around a good choice!

Handy escape from the weather. Dog and child friendly. Although our pets are well behaved so it’s no drama. The dogs are also good in public.

I visited The Alice Lisle on Sunday 12 November 2023 at lunchtime, a weekend during term time after a walk in the New Forest.  I was with three other people.  I used Google Maps to find the restaurant, which was easy and led me straight to the right place. I parked in the pub car park - parking was easy. The restaurant comprises of a number of medium sized dining areas with plenty of tables with full table service.  The restaurant was bright and clean. The team were very friendly and welcoming and I had no issues - we got everything we expected in good time and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. The food arrived hot, was well presented and tasted really good.  There was a good selection of food and I found something that appealed to me easily.  I paid around £40 for two courses and drinks. Overall I enjoyed my visit and would visit again.

Extremely slow service for average food.

Had a lovely lunch with family and their puppy

Watched the panto of Jack in the beanstalk. It was so funny, great evening. Food was fab too

Good pub food Friendly service Pub vibe Mind your head on the beams Easy parking

Great service, great meal, great menu and on a Monday when most pubs and restaurants are closed.Wow!

A great pub, crowded on a Sunday afternoon, but still found a table for four and had a great meal with friends. The pub is undergoing refurbishment (Nov 2023) and is looking very smart. Food was awesome. Generous portions and the bread pudding was excellent.

A catch up with a friend on Saturday. Food was absolutely fantastic - we had a delicious haddock chowder, the beef burger and the pie of the day. The service was good and atmosphere lively. It was very busy, but it's got a lovely feel to it, and so many dogs :) Will absolutely be returning.

Pub is being refurbished at the moment. Often been here in the past, always reliable good 4/5 +. Value for money was poor today, portion sizes were small (I don't have a massive appetite, but left hungry) and cooking wasn't up to expectations (veg in my Irish Stew was undercooked). Pleasant setting and staff were friendly and helpful. Left feeling disappointed. It's a shame because for many years has been a reliable place to eat. Hopefully it's just a hiccup, but judging on some recent reviews that may not be the case.

Well worth a visit, Sunday lunch was fantastic and great value.

The Food is not well cooked for the price. Wouldn't recommend eating here as there are a lot of other better options near by. Service is great though and the pub atmosphere, and building are great. Great place for a pint in the summer as well.

I have been a number of times eating and just drinking. Nice location especially in summer. Dogs welcome in certain areas. Toilets need an upgrade.

Very nice location not cheap but acceptable,good service and attention from staff couple of horses were patrolling the car park but no trouble

Loved this pub after another long walk in the New Forest, stopped off here. Warm atmosphere and even had a jar of dog treats for your four-legged friend.

What a find, lovely pub, great food, drinks and atmosphere. Staff brilliant and dog friendly place.

We booked a table for lunch on Sunday 15th October, for nine people, including three young children. We arrived at 12.30, the time we had booked, but by 1.30 our order had not been brought to our table. This prompted a polite reminder to the front desk. The food arrived about 10 minutes later - by this time the children, hungry and losing patience, were fractious. The food was disappointing. The roast beef was decidedly leathery despite being apparently cooked 'pink'. The parsnips in particular were undercooked and tough. The beef gravy had an insufficient real beef content. The only positives were the Yorkshire pudding and the desserts. Why aren't young children served first? Waiting for over an hour for their lunch did not add to the party mood. Finally, there was an over-long wait for the bill – combined with poor service and disappointing food, the outing to the Alice Lisle was not a success.

We stopped for an early dinner before heading to London. I ate veggie burger, it was delicious, waitress was lovely. Place look more fun probably in summer. I will come back

Good food but very cramped and crowded

Terrible food and unfortunately the service was even worse. Several of the staff look like bulldogs chewing a wasp. Maybe everyone was just having a bad day but to be fair they didn't have to ruin ours as well. Never will I set foot inside there and spend my hard earned money in this establishment again.

Gorgeous food, including veggie and plant-based options. Local cider which was delicious. Bar staff so friendly. We sat outside, looking over the lake and listening to the birds, with cushions and blankets… best afternoon ever. I’d leave 10 stars if I could!

A great country pub. Excellent food and professional, welcoming staff. Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. Highly recommended

Four of us met to go for a walk starting at this pub. Having read previous reviews we were unsure whether to have lunch there but so glad we did! We were all impressed with our meals, the choice is basic as is a lot of pubs these days. I had the beefburger and chips which were both cooked perfectly, the chips were especially good. The others had pie and mash and sausages and mash. All of it was hot and served by a very friendly waitress. We went on a Monday so probably quieter than a weekend. It's always easier to write a review if you have something to complain about but I believe in giving praise where praise is due. We will be returning!

My food was decent although others in my party were less than impressed. Service was frankly non-existent! We could easily have walked out without paying, such is the lack of interest in the customer. As for the prices, arrange that bank loan in advance! Destination pubs/establishments will always come at a premium, but I wont be returning any time soon. The roaming donkeys outside showed more interest in us - say no more.....

Good food but service needs improvement.

Highly countrified, extremely dog-friendly pub. Acres of parking. Perhaps looking slightly tired in the pub-garden area, but nevertheless a relaxed place in calm country surroundings. Very worth a visit.

Heard that the quiz was back. I say quiz its a quiz with a twist. A full night of intellect, fun, music and entertainment where everyone feels involved.. Booked a table for pre quiz dinner - staff very friendly. Extensive gin menu- boxed ticked! Food was good- . Its pub grub- it was hot and tasty. We will definitely be back.

Great service. Very helpful and friendly. Food was top class pub food. Beautiful setting with lots of seating areas and choices.

Quick lunch stop on our way south. It’s a lovely sport with loads of room and very friendly service. What really made it a “no return” for us was the feeling that everything came out of a freezer. I know it’s rough for hospitality but...

Beautiful setting, friendly staff and good food.

Stopped here for lunch following a walk around the national park. Plenty of parking available and a good selection of food options although they weren't cheap. Had a wonderful sharing platter that was served quickly and was delicious.

Always been one of my favourite pub locations and setting but what a disappointing Sunday roast at £20.95 pp.I had my birthday weekend family roast for six of us and can’t believe how badly cooked the roast potatoes,parsnips and vegetables were and they food wasn’t...

Lovely location to sit and enjoy a drink with friends and family

Not much of a gluten free menu, no cider or atmosphere. Nice walk to get here but that was the best part of visiting this so called pub

Great place to take the family. Outdoor play area keeps the children occupied.

Lovely pub great staff felt very welcome and looked after food was served very quickly and was really good beautiful place to sit and enjoy a few hours

Very good typical country gastro pub, tucked out of the way, pretty busy, but there are loads of outside tables, and service is quick. Can be a little problem parking.

Only stopped for a drink. Lovely place.

Very good food and excellent service

saw Shakespeare Romeo and Juliet in the gardens. Top notch performance as good as I have seen. Amazing improvised stage that worked well! Had a look round the pub and will visit for a meal soon.

Great food, the children's food had very generous portions. We had steak sandwiches which were excellent. Great play area for eh children to use whilst they waited for food and we were able to sit right by it.

Just spend a lovely afternoon with family relaxing and eating at The Alice Lisle pub. Great food and well looking after by our waitress.

Very nice pub in the new forest. Stumbled across it accidentally and ended up staying for a drink in the garden area, which is huge! It was a pretty good place, reasonable prices and was clean too. Didn't have food but it looked good. Upon leaving I was waiting out the front and was visited by a Robin!

A lovely pub in the new forest, nice food with easy parking. Went there today for lunch with a friend

Can't remember much about the food - it was neither amazing nor terrible, but there was a small playpark which our granddaughter greatly enjoyed, and the garden is divided by low hedges into separate areas for those who are happy to have children running around,...

A great place to stop for a drink when on s walk.

We had a lovely lunch at the pub. It’s a really nice setting in the forest with donkeys and horses wandering around outside. Lovely view over the lake and nice outside seating area. The food and service was really nice and we had a great...

Really nice place. Loads of room and space beautiful surroundings. Food was really good had sandwhichs with probably the best triple cooked chips ever. Biggest selling point for us was an outdoor area that was non smoking.

We were invited back by the manager for a free lunch. I had the linguine and my other half had the fish and chips. The fish and chips was huge and really nicely cooked. My linguine was really nice but could I of done with...

Poor service, will not go again

Lovely pub on the lake. Loved the nachos.

We visited last month during a holiday but I've been coming here for over 25 years. Food was good but we both asked for Sunday dinners only to be told that they had no Yorkshire puddings and only one of the meats available so we changed our minds as Sunday dinner without yorkies to a northerner is unforgivable but the burger was lovely and we both enjoyed our meals. A lovely part of the world nicely tucked away with a lovely playground for the little ones.

Fabulous place for a family meal and dog friendly. Great service and food..

Waited 30 minutes for simple order of drinks. Place was very quiet, so presume understaffed

Great food poor service. We arrived here after a walk on Sunday at opening time. Asked for a table to have a drink and some lunch. Told they had no room in the restaurant only the bar area. Very young lad jumped straight onto us to ask what we would like to order before we had even sat down. Once we ordered he didn’t write it down and forget 2 things that we wanted. Had to wait for another 15 mins for my sons food, by which time we had all finished. Wasn’t removed from the bill, just told these things happen. Felt the staff were quite rude and felt we got rushed out the door. As we left there was 2 families in the restaurant and we could have sat there all along. People just don’t go the extra mile to make you feel welcome anymore.

Great new forest spot and outdoor kids area and grt food and staff were fantastic for a private celebration 🍾

Food, value, cleanliness, service…… all awful. Summary…..send awful food back to the kitchen and insist on a refund or don’t go there in the first place and find another pub.

Had a family evening meal here. My Father had the fish and chips which was quite small for the price they are charging. I had the burger, which I thought was very overpriced for what it was. For that price, I would have expected more...

Great place to eat and very rustic set pub, this is difficult to find initially but once there is very cosy and welcoming, they also provide blankets if sat outside and has a great view out the back!

Roast dinner was hideously expensive, portion sizes were small, the beef was chewy and tasteless…..and only a smidgen of gravy A Fullers pub, and our stomachs were far from that when we left as was my wallet , 4 roasts and 1 fish ands chips and 5 drinks came to £130 RIP OFF Only saw staff when the food was delivered and plated collected Lovely setting though but NOT worth the money we paid to enjoy it, never again!

Roast dinner was hideously expensive, portion sizes were small, the beef was chewy and tasteless…..and only a smidgen of gravy A Fullers pub, and our stomachs were far from that when we left as was my wallet , 4 roasts and 1 fish and chips...

Very disorganised ,didn't have our booking listed but did find us a table ,service very slow !! food average ,lovely pretty place but sadly probably won't go again.

I spent my 60th birthday party here and the staff helped make it special. Good is excellent too.

Enjoyed a great meal, friendly and efficient staff, lovely setting in the New Forest. Well worth a visit.

Great kids playground, safe parking and a lovely old pub atmosphere.