The Cleavland Public House in Eastleigh

I was in Chandlers Ford for a business meeting went to board the bus / cafe in took one look at how filthy it was (dusty and dirty) told my business partner we are not eating from this. How have food and hygiene dept not shut this down, disgusting... Would sooner eat grass

Flying solo, I needed a break from visiting family ! Only one customer present and a lady serving. I had a lovely pint of 6X in my own dimpled handle as none were available. I introduced myself, as she did, Molly, and we had a lovely conversation about life in general. From this, I could tell that she is passionate about her pub, and very keen for people to enjoy themselves. The interior was all kitted out for Halloween night. Another couple came in, and hellos were exchanged, all very friendly. Large car park and the toilets were fresh and clean. All in all, a very nice visit, lovely landlady, a decent pint at a good temperature and reasonable cost. Well done Molly.

Don’t bother! Went to celebrate a special occasion, and despite them guaranteeing to cater for all dietary requirements, they poisoned our coeliac. They were violently ill for 4 days after visiting. Called t9 tell them, but the manager couldn’t care less, let alone apologise. Vowed never to return. Then I was invited to carvery lunch there last weekend. A year had passed so I thought I’d give them another chance. They didn’t deserve it. We were a pre-booked party of eight taking advantage of the two course carvery. Only two of the group managed to have the soup starter as this was the last of the soup available. We asked if there was more soup and was told some would be coming. After 20 minutes we gave up waiting and went straight onto the carvery. The plates were cold, they explained the plate warmer was broken. By cold, I mean ice cold. They do have a hot plate, but the plates were stored next to the counter. I’m sure if they want to, they could find a way! I took my serving of meat and then help myself the vegetables, sat back at the table, took my first bite, and everything was barely warm. I asked a waitress if they had a food thermometer, she looked at me and then just wandered away. Everyone at the table, found the same. Nobody’s food was hot. We decided just to finish up and leave as quickly as possible. As we finished the carvery, they finally replenished the soup. Unbelievable from start to finish. Absolutely diabolical. I’ve vowed again, never to return. This time I mean it.

Food is great for a cafe. Very large menu of quintessential british cuisine. Breakfast, snacks, lunch, dinners, sandwiches, plus more. Coffee is fantastic, and the flat white is pick of the bunch. Staff are very friendly and accommodating to you needs and nothing is too much for them to arrange. It can be very busy during midweek mornings, which is a testament to the quality of the place. Builders, students, mothers, business meetings, couples, elderly groups, and others. Worth a visit.

Always a pleasure whenever I come in, always lovely service, great pricing and plenty of seating for the whole family, would highly recommend to anyone Thank you Hannah and Emily for making it perfect ❤️