The Greyhound in Test Valley

Delicious meal with friends in a very cosy, atmospheric restaurant. Outstanding food, service and, whilst not cheap, was an ideal celebratory meal. Highly recommend.

Excellent food and attentive service from a charming well spoken young woman who addressed us as “Ladies” instead of the ubiquitous cringe making “Guys” One of us.

I really wish we had realised how good the Greyhound is a long time ago. I’ve driven past it countless times but after a less than good experience at another Stockbridge restaurant it was finally time to give it a go. This is how a cosy pub restaurant should be. Such comfortable ambience, attentive and friendly staff, brilliant food and reasonable prices.

We had a lovely Sunday meal at the Greyhound. The staff were very friendly and attentive. Our dog was well looked after as well with his own bed being provided. The restaurant had a lovely atmosphere.

Never having been to the Greyhound before we booked a table for Sunday lunch based on reviews that we had seen online. We were not disappointed and enjoyed a typical roast with delicious meat and an excellent selection of vegetables. The starters and desserts were also great, particularly the trout rillette. The service was very good, despite the restaurant being quite full. By chance we met friends there who said that it was one of their favourite restaurants so we will return.

What a lovely place. The food and reception was excellent. We had an actual problem, with my room, and all I will say is how well they looked after me and made sure I was looked after. Judge people on how they deal with things. I cannot speak more highly of these people. Decent folk running a lovely place. I will come back.

Delightful celebratory meal for six. We all really enjoyed a variety of dishes, not a duff one amongst them. Not overly pricey and very much worth it. We were well looked after, and that, as well as delicious food, ambience and decor, contributed to a lovely and memorable evening.

Prix menu was wonderful and service was great. Thank you for a wonderful afternoon and for making us all feel very welcome x

Lovely restaurant with a great atmosphere. The service was excellent, very efficient staff. The food was all freshly prepared and very tasty. The set menu is good value but only limited choice. The main menu is quite varied.

This is a really difficult review to leave as the Greyhound means a lot to my wife and myself. It was where we got married and have had memorable experiences fishing and having drinks here. Unfortunately, over the years it has drastically gone down hill. We went for a meal the other evening, we arrived 30 minutes before our reservation and asked if we could have drinks in the beer garden, got told we can but they are really busy. Not sure what they meant by this, but felt pressured to sit early and drink at the table, we got seated and then were forgotten about for 20-30 minutes until I had to ask for menus. They apologised and I didn't think much of it, it wasn't busy but mistakes happen. We were hoping to order from the Fixed Price menu but we were told they are not doing it. Despite being told they did a few days ago when reserving the table, and that the website states they do. So instead we had to order from the main menu which is considerably more expensive (~£25 for a main). We were annoyed but chose not to have desert or starter and just go with a main and to enjoy the meal. Throughout trying to decide, we had a waitress ask several times if we were ready, she kept saying she would be back in 3 minutes which added to feeling rushed and stressed. We did take slightly longer than usual as we had a vegetarian with us and the menu only had one single vegetarian option (roasted celeriac). We asked if they had a vegetarian menu, and the waitresses said there are options on the menu... There was one! I'm a massive meat eater, however this got to me quite a bit. Why would they have just the one option, and one that is quite unique. Would it be so difficult to have a mushroom risotto or linguine? Something that isn't technically "tailored" for vegans but is often enjoyed by most. This resulted in the guest having to pay £20 for something that she had never tried before, and wasn't particularly feeling. I must add though that she enjoyed it which is good. However, one vegetarian option in this day and age is really unusual and out of touch. They are losing a lot of potential customers. I orderd a burger as I was trying to save some money and it was the cheapest thing on the menu at £18. I'm a massive foodie, and it pains me having to order a burger and to be tight on money, however, this was the 3rd time in 5 days I had ate out, so was trying to pay less but still have quality (hence why we wanted the fixed price menu). Unfortunately, my burger was incredibly dry and over done, it was perhaps one of the worst burgers i've had from a pub. The chips were great though. The portion sizes were quite small, especially considering the prices. Despite feeling rushed at the beginning, we were ignored the rest of the meal and wasn't approached again or asked about our meal or if we wanted more drinks, it then took ages for someone to serve the bill. The serving staff came across as rude and unfriendly. And of course, the usual 12.5% tip was automatically included. I didn't contest anything and just paid and left. My friend wanted to use the same venue for a wedding in the future and was using the day to try and sell it to his partner, however, the experience has put them off. And it has also made it really upsetting that we won't be returning for our anniversary meal, like I mentioned, we got married here and have very fond memories. I have spoken to a few locals and business owners in Stockbridge and they have also mirrored my experience, and it is apparently common local knowledge that the service and quality had nose dived in recent times. There is an opinion that they have focused too much on their garden events and WILDS then the actual restaurant. I don't like leaving negative reviews, but something needs to be done. It is a fantastic venue and it used to have amazing food and service, but no more. As a customer, you can't help but feel like a nuisance, the environment comes across as hostile and unfriendly. We felt very unwelcome even for myself as a local. I feel really bad for the owners Lucy and Alex as they are fantastic and friendly people, they have just been let down by their staff. I've been informed that the Three Cups next door is a much better option nowadays. I would like to add that despite not being open in the evening, Pregos next door is the complete opposite of The Greyhound. Amazing food, great friendly service and affordable pricing and serving sizes, you leave there feeling like your custom actually matterd. Furthermore, I would like to add that the river section in the beer garden is now always closed to customers which is such a massive shame. It was the reason we got married there, and now we can't have a drink on the banks. This might be due to insurance reasons, I don't know, but it is quite upsetting. I understand restricting access when the beat is being fished, but it's always locked. On an unrelated note, I would like to add that the fishing is incredible and worth it! I'm really sorry for the bad review, it pains me to leave it but I can't help stay quiet whilst somewhere so special to us is suffering. We paid over £20k to get married here, and whilst we are not expecting special treatment, it would be great if we could be treated with some form of hospitality.

Nice - but not for children. No kids menu and the staff seemed surprised that we brought children and a dog. Adult menu very nice

Great pub, fantastic garden, perfect central Stockbridge location, food looked good. Dog friendly.

Good food, good atmosphere, good service. It is the best place to eat when visiting Stockbridge. There is a lovely bar in the garden too

Nice pub. Food very good. Would go again!

Weren't allowed to sit in the garden on sunny day because there was no one to supervise. Lost our custom because of this indifferent attitude.

The room was nice, comfortable and we really liked the plentiful tea, coffee, water and juices on offer. But the stay was let down by the service. The on-site parking was full on arrival, despite the website stating residents were each allocated a parking space. The garden was closed due to a function being held at the property so there was no outside space available to residents. We ate dinner in the restaurant and asked if we could stay downstairs after dinner but we were told that the restaurant was fully booked and we would have to go back to the room. It really felt like hotel guests were not valued and they focused on restaurant guests and function guests. It's such a shame as this could have been a lovely stay.

What can I say.... marvellous 😍. We were so well looked after by all the staff. The food, service and room was excellent. The location is fabulous with their very own private beat on the River Test. Highly recommended.

Not as good or as tasty as the Peat Spade just around the corner. It was nearly empty, so that speaks volumes

Came here for lunch - the location and aesthetic are excellent, and the food and drinks were good. This would be a higher review, but the waitress serving us in the garden ruined the experience by being openly rude and uncaring, making us feel very unwelcome. Seemed like a cool place, but needs to do better.

It's a beautiful pub restaurant and lovely outdoor seating and bar.

Fantastic waitress, beautifully turned out, quietly confident and just the right amount of attention at the table. Choice of menu was nice to see - we had the lighter 3 course lunch. The varied menu catered for all dietary requirements and was perfect for lunch - the choices we made were well presented, colourful and very tasty. The tables were nicely prepared, very clean and the whole place felt comfortable and well prepared for the day. This was the third time we had a lunch at the Greyhound and we’ll certainly be back.

My husband and I stayed for one night. The room was small but comfortable. We had a delicious evening meal, lots of choice. Breakfast the next morning didn’t disappoint either. Would highly recommend The Greyhound.

Food was amazing- Tempura oysters for starter, steak main course, tonka and mascarpone tart for pud. . Service excellent. Really impressed! Thank you

Wonderful summery tasty food, arrived in a timely manner. Charming atmosphere, beautiful setting, lovely staff. All in great value for such quality, thank-you!

Always excellent! We started with a cocktail by the river in the idyllic setting and then had the most delicious meal, excellent service and the food was sooooo good! X

We enjoyed our meal here, and the food was delicious and plentiful.

A brilliant party by the Test. Great food and drink staff wonderful . A 50th wedding anniversary 💕. A huge success. We'll done.

Had a group dinner on the recommendation of a family member who lives nearby . Good food , atmosphere and excellent service. Not cheap but worth it . Nice wine list . Beware the low beams !

Delicious food, relaxed but luxurious dining experience with warm and friendly welcome. I met my friend for a catch up dinner, and we both enjoyed the food, atmosphere and engaging staff

Not impressed. We were expecting so much more since it was written up in the Michelin Guide. First table offered to us was between 2 groups who were loud and noisy. We asked for another table and did get it. Nowhere on their website or on the menu says there is a 12.5% service fee. Outrageous!! Roast beef was not sliced properly - too thick and the plate looked like a mishmash of stuff all thrown together. Very noisy place. Cod was okay but I have had better. overall we were not impressed with the food. No wine as the selection was poor. We would not come back.

Lovely birthday lunch treat. Enjoyed all our choices from the a la carte menu, beautifully presented and delicious. Very busy for a Tuesday so we were glad we arrived early. Will definitely return.

We had a lovely mid week lunch with friends. Great venue for chatting and eating very tasty food. A very beautiful curated menu. The garden is a wonderful choice for warm weather. Service was efficient and friendly.

Very pleasant meal at a very reasonable price. Had starter and main, both full of flavour. Cod dish for me was slightly over cooked and lacking in flakiness. Beautiful mussel sauce. Will try again.

Great food, excellent service and delightful ambience Car parking quite busy like most of Stockbridge, but overall very good value and a splendid choice on the extensive menu

The welcome, atmosphere and food were fabulous! Thank you for a super evening with friends (and for welcoming our dog!).

Food and service both excellent. Friendly, helpful staff, and the problem arising from food allergies is well managed.

We had a lovely meal and the staff were delightful. Service was quick. Nice that nobody said "Enjoy!" A minor niggle: twice someone came to the table to ask if everything was "ok", interrupting our conversation. I know many restaurants do this but it is very annoying. If anything's not "ok" we would have a word later, not in the middle of a very pleasant dinner. For a moment I thought " ah, the icing on the cake, no piped music!" - but no such luck, there it was, not even music but a faint irritating thump thump. But we will definitely return and will warmly recommend to friends. .

The food is always excellent, the staff are attentive and friendly. I had made a booking error and they could not have been more helpful, managing to accommodate us by rearranging their table plan in a fully booked restaurant. Dinner was delicious, we all ate different things and everyone was extremely happy with their choices

This was our 3rd visit to this pub. The service was excellent and the food cooked to perfection. It is a testament to the standard and quality over 4 months

Got off to a bad start with the front of house older lady having an attitude that frankly shook me. I was tempted to walk out. We had booked for 4 of us. Thankfully the rest of the staff were utterly lovely. On the set menu they ran out of 2 dishes but we were impressed that they quickly offered alternatives. The food was well presented and tasty, service was great. The servers were friendly and I was glad not to see the unfriendly woman again! She needs to remember we are customers and she ought to attempt being friendly to people. It has put me off going back sadly. First impressions are important !

Strange how the welcome can be so good and yet the dining room so dark; staff delightful especially the handy-man who offered to change out flat tyre; good choice of food with a set-lunch menu as well; most of the food delicious but the bream was over-cooked and tired; good and well-priced wine list but missing key components as they are changing suppliers; good coffee at the end but served before the desserts – really?? I’d still recommend and return to the Greyhound and hope for five stars next time.

Good food and good service, but, perhaps a tad too pricey for what’s on offer. It was awfully nice but starters and bugers for two with a glass of wine at £100…wowser, inflation certainly is a kill joy!

A good overall meal. We were sat by the door in the sun. It was hot, asked to move and the answer was no. The starters were good the chicken parfait needs more seasoning. The roast lamb was cut a bit too thin for my liking and the carrots needed topping, they were also gritty. Overall for the money, good. The service was brisk, although a bit sarcastic.

Very nice pub wirh great atmosphere, delicious food and super friendly staff! The town and landscape are worth the visit.

Lovely food in great location. Staff were very friendly. There was no children’s menu but made my son sausages and mash! Would recommend again

Nice meal, very good value for the set menu. Nice choice of wines and friendly ambience. This is a very pleasant pub/restaurant, right in the banks of the River Test.

We had the most wonderful 50th Birthday celebration lunch that made the birthday girl's day! The table and restaurant looked very pretty when we arrived, with beautiful spring flowers on the tables; we were quickly served Champagne and drinks and given time to settle before menus were offered. We were never rushed, but at the same time attentive waiting staff made sure we had what we needed. Lunch was absolutely delicious and we ate across the main a la carte menu and 2/3 course menu- everything was beautifully presented and really exceptionally good. I would like to say a huge thank you for making us feel so at home- it felt such a special occasion and you all looked after us so beautifully.

Very enjoyable evening The food was excellent, as were the staff We were impressed with the customer service and attention to the fact that we were kept waiting for a while to get our main courses. We had not expressed any irritation but the owner (?) or manager was very conscious and apologetic The ambience is delightful too

Delightful birthday dinner at The Greyhound on the Test. Shared the Chateaubriand steak, served with all the trimmings, with my wife and was a highlight—succulent and perfectly cooked. Paired with a nice glass of wine, it made for a satisfying and enjoyable dining experience.

A lovely pub/restaurant decorated to a high standard. It is clear they are aiming for up market clientele which is fine but it would perhaps deter local people. Polite as they are, the Landlord & Landlady just don't seem particularly comfortable as front of house owners. No small talk at all. It all felt a bit uncomfortable (you could almost hear a pin drop) as wannabe drinkers were told they couldn't sit at tables as they will be laid ready for diners who were on their way. One couple were asked to sit right in the corner near the loos. I would have gone elsewhere! The food is good quality although the Roast dinners we had were not hot enough. Also, a fairly small glass of average Malbec for £8.50 is just too much. 5 would make a bottle £42.50. Tut tut.

Delightful staff, delicious Food, with atmospheric decor. We had the Sunday lunch and the portions were generous and the meat was very lean.

Comfortable seating, food imaginative and excellent value for the prices. Service rather abrupt at times - Ethan the star of this show.

I live very locally to this pub and speaking to any friends from out of the area they are always keen to mention the good reputation of this pub. However, having lunch there I would beg to differ, there are many other places in Stockbridge which I would prefer to visit. My lunch was ok, not particularly overpriced for this area but a very average meal. My white wine was just slightly cooler than room temperature, but certainly not chilled. The food and whole experience was underwhelming. I ate the next day at the Boot in Houghton and the food and service there far outshone the Greyhound. Sad to say, but if you are in the Stockbridge area, don't rely on the hype, try another venue.

We had the set menu and thought it was really good value. The food and ambience was great, as was the service. Thank you team Greyhound!

We were looked after incredibly well. Fabulous food, great atmosphere and a lovely place to celebrate a birthday with friends

The booking was easy, the parking was easy and the restaurant is a warm, welcoming and friendly place to walk into. It is beautifully decorated and very comfortable which I think is almost as important as the food. The staff were attentive, prompt and very friendly. Our food choice was split between the Al la Carte and set menu. All the food was first class, well presented and hot. Of note was smoked mash potato, I would make a special visit just for that! Also of note was the marinated Trout. If I had any criticism, it would be that the menu choice was quite small but I can understand the necessity for this in a place that produces such good food.

Great atmosphere and high quality food. Very thoughtful service and totally dog friendly. Caring service with dog bowls and bed! A favourite restaurant and have visited many times.

I met with a couple of friends for a catch up and wanted to try somewhere new. I couldn't fault my food (fantastic flavours and appropriate portion size), which was from the set menu, and even had 3 courses, which is rare for me! We...

We had a 3 night stay to celebrate my husband's birthday. The accommodation and food was beyone compare - extremely luxurious amd a real treat for a special occasion. Breakfast was possibly the best quality breakfast I have ever had in a hotel. Only a...

We we celebrating a special occasion with friends and the food and service were both excellent. Our waiter, Ethan, was attentive and friendly without being overbearing. The food was delicious and well presented. This was our first visit to the Greyhound and won't be our...

Excellent as usual. Service discreet but attentive. Food never a disappointment. House wines excellent otherwise the wine list has some exceptional choices.

We attended a Steak and Malbec night and we were thrilled with the whole evening. The food was delicious and the wine was excellent, but the evening was made very special by the warm welcome and vibrant atmosphere. The Greyhound on the Test never disappoints!

The food was excellent, we actually chose the fixed price menu. The service was without fault and we enjoyed all 3 courses

Had hoped for a special family get together the Sunday just gone, as we were celebrating my Mum’s birthday and time with our extended family. Unfortunately the food was late and cold. We were also overlooked by the staff as they had seated us all...

Had a lovely family meal to celebrate my son’s masters degree graduation with grandparents. Group of 5 of us and we all chose different dishes and each of them were a delight. Very tasty and presented impeccably. The staff who looked after us were very...

we had given this restaurant a miss for a bit but thought we would go again and it was great so pleased we went. The mackerel first course was superb and the venison main course was delicious. I would throughly recommend you visit, they have...

Beautiful location, brilliant food, staff very attentive and charming, food served very promptly. Absolutely first class

A bit disappointed with the food. We took the fixed menu and it wasn’t that special. We might have done better a la carte but that is very expensive.

Carefully thoughtful menu lovingly prepared and served by a team who cared. Our third visit , first stay over. Rooms comfortable and presented again with a lot of thought. Will be back.

Our lunch was excellent, the staff are so helpful and carering, the sun was in our eyes and they let us move to a shaded spot, menu, lots to choose from, the location is lovley in the beautiful town of Stockbridge, the Greyhound has plenty...

Had a delicious dinner here last night. The pub itself is really cute – all low ceilings, wooden beams, low lighting and lovely artwork on the walls. We shared two starters (the pig cheek fritters and the mackerel with wasabi, both were amazing). The mains – steak and fries and the cods loin with mussel chowder – were also great. The staff were sweet enough to bring us a plate of petit fours on the house as we'd booked for our anniversary which was a really nice touch. Perfect elevated gastropub food.

It was a Steak Night. Steak was great , the inclusive Malbec was excellent, as were the bread and desserts. Great value, excellent service.

Prix fixe very good value. Shin of beef outstanding. Staff polite and attentive. Very romantic for an intimate date night.

Always a warm atmosphere at the Greyhound Staff friendly and professional Steak night great value quality meal with a delicious Malbec to accompany. Choice of tasty deserts if you could mange included. Will go again.

Thank you team Greyhound for a fabulous private party at the weekend. We were a group of 16 family and friends coming together to celebrate my mother's 85th. The Greyhound team were a dream to work with planning our event and when the weekend came...

Thank you team Greyhound for a fabulous private party at the weekend. We were a group of 16 family and friends coming together to celebrate my mother's 85th. The Greyhound team were a dream to work with planning our event and when the weekend came nothing was too much trouble. Our dinner, the front of house team and the bedrooms were all fabulous so thank you Becs, Bob, Bea, Jackie and the rest of the Greyhound team for making this milestone birthday such a special and memorable event.

Lovely atmosphere, charming staff, good service, excellent food. Prix fixe menu made choosing easy! No hesitation in recommending highly.

Excellent food and menu. Great atmosphere and good service. The menu has an excellent selection and everything ordered was very good

Superb food and service. They were also very accommodating of our 2 dogs which was lovely. Looking forward to visiting again next time we visit the area.

Great service and amazing food the crispy pigs cheek and duck were exceptional. Only one tiny point, my elderly father struggles with steps and there were no disabled access toilet facilities so we had to struggle with the steps

Great place to stay a night. The room was spacious if a little pricey and let down by a dodgy shower. Bed was comfy though and good facilities (Nespresso machine etc) Despite being on the front street there was no noise to be heard. The food is the highlight though so do take advantage. Dinner (food and wine) was really good and the breakfast was exceptional - best I've had in a while.

I have been here before for a large group celebration and decided to bring the family, as I enjoyed it so much the first time. The food and service were once again excellent.

Such a great place and Burger night is a must.

Really excellent food at a reasonable price on the Prix Fixe menu. Also they never rush you out of the door and the service is lovely.

Definitely the best cooked breakfast in Stockbridge. The details are right too eg a hot plate! Cooked breakfast and Hoxton's sourdough toast. Spot on.

Good service and tasty distinctive cooking. Set-lunch is good value. Tables are well spaced so ideal for a business chat without boring other diners.

Food and service were both top notch, would highly recommend to anybody. Were made to feel very welcome from the staff who were very friendly.

Excellent food, great service and a lovely atmosphere. I have had the burger a couple of times now and believe it to be the best beef burger in the area. Also thoroughly enjoyed the pork knuckle fritter and Japanese inspired mackerel dish

This was our first visit and we thoroughly enjoyed all the food. The staff were helpful and attentive and the atmosphere pleasant if slightly cold.

Welcoming pub atmosphere combine with an excellent kitchen. Efficient service from friendly and highly professional staff. Not the cheapest but value for money. You get what you pay for!

We had a really nice lunch here. I had Fish and Chips, which were lovely. My Wife had the curry and was very impressed. There is on street parking and a car park, but we went in mid week, but can imagine it would be...

Top notch Sunday lunch. Sensitive to special requests. Great food, excellent service and very pleasant ambience. Not cheap, but proof as ever, that you get what you pay for!

Chose this pub for a lunch stop as we were driving down to Southampton. Beautiful pub on the high street. Staff very welcoming. Food was excellent, every morsal was a culinary delight. The Venison was delicious. Ate more slowly to savour every bite. Service excellent....

Love the food here......have also had their pop up experience in Winchester as well. Preferred the eat in at greyhound but all food is exceptional!

Parking is tricky. We found the last space at 1230pm and the restaurant was pretty much empty (although it was packed by 1pm and deservedly so). Maybe the locals use it when shopping? Anyway we were given an excellent table by a window by our...

Had a terrific meal - the food was perfection and the service friendly and efficient. I am booking up again!

I have a wife whose birthday falls on 2nd January, can be trying to summon up our circle of friends to indulge after seasonal traditions. Having reserved a table, the weather was filthy, wintery gales on route. We were made most welcome on arrival. The...

Delicious meal, beautifully hot, and lovely efficient staff. Took our friends for the first time, and they will be back with family.

The ambience at The Greyhound is fabulous; friendly and welcoming. A lovely place to enjoy a delicious meal with friends.

Food and service were fabulous, unfortunately we had a window seat which felt cramped and cold (the wall was freezing and the seat was too narrow to put something between it and my back. Every time the door opened it was very draughty! Such a...