The Testwood in New Forest

Had a lovely lunch today at the testwood and there service from Chloe and Beth . W was amazing and food was great too

Went for lunch on Easter Sunday and I ordered the Hunter's Chicken - it was absolutely awful - two tough-as-old-boots pieces of chicken, a 2 inch strip of overcooked bacon, a teaspoon-worth of barbecue sauce and no cheese, accompanied by a few chips and an oversized portion of peas in an attempt to make it look like a decent meal. Very disappointing. I don't mind a 30 minute wait when the meal is worth waiting for - this wasn't!

Wonderful food and even better service

I don’t know who decided to put lettuce in the mash potatoes but may they never work in food again

We enjoyed a late family lunch on a Sunday. Staff were accommodating and very friendly. The food was fresh and delicious. Choices were vast and options for veg/non veg. Spaces were ample for small groups of people or large groups. Unfortunately, there were some items that were not available to order. This was the only downside, we chose other items of food to enjoy.

Delicious food. Lovely pub, nice friendly staff

Excellent food and service as usual, from Luke and the Testwood team!

Waited 30 minutes for 16 chips that i paid £2.95 for. I feel insulted, made a joke of. Really upset😔Ruined my weekend.

The staff appear to be students that haven't been trained in customer service or care, horrendously rude

Came here with my friend for a couple drinks, fully aware that the pub closes at 11pm and we got there at 9:30pm. Was met with nothing but frustration and rudeness from the person behind the bar, believe her name was Mia or something similar. I ordered my drinks and one was a gin and lemonade, to which she said to other staff members who I believe had finished their shift earlier and were sat at a table near the bar “ugh I’ve just washed all the measures” while I was still standing at the bar. Really made to feel like I was inconveniencing her- we were the only people at the pub at this time. A short while later me and my friend went up to get another drink each and my friend ordered hers, once she had got her drinks and paid for them, the person at the bar disappeared before even asking if I’d like another drink. We waited a good few minutes to see if she’d come back but nope that never happened so I then waited a bit longer and a couple more customers came in, so I thought great I’ll get another drink as she’ll be serving anyway so I won’t be inconveniencing her. I politely asked for a pint, again that was met with a huff, sigh and eye roll, she poured the pint, didn’t even let me know how much it was I just paid contactless on the card machine. Someone else walked in at this time too and again she huffed and sighed. Was just generally uncomfortable experience being made to feel like being a customer I am inconveniencing a staff member and just not a pleasant experience at all

Early Morhers day meal. Great service and meals were delicious. Thank you to the staff. Highly recommend pub/restaurant. 😃

Stopped there for food on way home and despite pub being busy we didn't have to wait long for our meals and left them with 4 empty plates.

It's one of my favourite pubs. I've been going there for the last 10 years and never disappointed! The hunter's chicken is delicious 🙂

A lovely time after a long walk, exactly what we needed and Beth w (Beff) was excellent and lovely! Thank you!

Friendly atmosphere, reasonable priced food for a quick stop for lunch.

Amazing service and friendly staff - great food too! Definitely recommend!

So sad to see the food at the Testwood quality drop, this is my local the last three visits the food has been really meh! With today being the worst, ordered the lamb shank the meat was rock hard and sinuous the vegetables were dry, Chewy and disappointing, think I need to find a new local.

Disappointed have been a customer for years and had the worse roast dinner ever . Waited near on a hour and it was overcooked and dry .

Lovely meal, highly recommend the Steak and Ale Pie

I came in for a meal with my family and we all had a lovely time. The food was fantastic and the lady who served us was really attentive.

Brilliant food and great service

Food was excellent. Service was even better. We already can't wait to return.

The food and atmosphere were great, wasn't too pleased with the service, shown to our table and forgotten about, had to remind them we were there after waiting almost 45mins for our order to be taken

We went to the testwood for some calm drinks after a stressful week, we got served by beth and matt. They were very friend and very welcoming. Would highly recommend!

Good service.nice staff.good food .

Outstanding food and service… friendly staff and great environment. Will come again.

My sister and friends come here regularly to catch up and eat together… the staff are incredible, friendly, and really great with customers… the food is incredible and there is something for everyone… it’s family friendly and I would recommend this place to everyone x

Dog friendly place. Good food. Friendly staff. Very nice garden

Came in on friday night, had a amazing meal the staff was super friendly, cant wait to come back. Thank you Testwood team!

Food was excellent. Service from Matt was really good

Great service by Matt food excellent service good The food was hot and tasty the desert was great .i would certainly visit again .

Chose the Lamb Shanks from the main menu - delicious. Starter was the sharer Camembert - delicious Was served by Georgia who was friendly and polite All in all a very pleasant visit.

Just had a lovely meal here for 26 of us food was quick and delicious staff was fantastic definitely coming back again 😋

Lovely food at a great price. Music is a bit too loud, however. Beth looked after our table with fantastic service, very polite and friendly.

Lovely food 10/10 for food & service will definitely be returning. Staff don’t hover over you as in other places. Food was excellent freshly cooked.

Great atmosphere, brilliant staff, food lovely. We had a meal for birthday celebration and then we did the quiz, we had a great evening and we are looking forward to doing it again soon.

Visited today and the food was to die for! Had the gammon and the portion size was lovely! Not to mention the garlic bread, what is your secret? 🤤The staff were also wonderful so thank you for a great visit ❤️

Good food, good quality staff very helpful and attentive. This is what we had 😋😋

Really nice pub. Food was all really nice. Service was a little slow. But then again nice to not be rushed.

We a very popular pub as it was very busy. We was booked table for 5 of us. We did have a waitresses, shown our table, she said shr be back to take our food order but after waiting 10 15 mins she didn't come back to service us , to take our order, so we had to order our food/drink at the th bar.

The whole experience was excellent. We had a very warm welcome and the staff were attentive and friendly. Despite it being Christmas Day, everything from start to finish, the food, atmosphere, service was fantastic!

Very good food was good only down fall was no baby changing table to change babys nappy other then that we enjoyed our meal staff were helpful

Had an issue with food on Christmas Day however The manger resolved my issue and showed us great kindness The staff have always been welcoming and friendly to me and my family Thank you for resolving our issue

My partner and I are regulars here and have always been thrilled with the service Luke and team provide. However, today, they went above and beyond. We had a table for 9 reserved including a very little family member. We were warmly welcomed by Luke and shown straight to our table by another lovely chap. We were then given prompt table service for food and drinks throughout. Beth W was our waitress and couldn't have been more helpful and friendly, even offering to take family photos for us. We will definitely be returning. Thank you so much for helping our family get together go so smoothly. Wishing you all a peaceful.and merry christmas.

My partner and I and our little dog went for a festive lunch, the food was outstanding (Best Roast I've had ) partner had the mushroom wellington and was delicious great service by all would definitely recommend thank you all Kind Regards Caroline

Didn't try any food. Very handy as down the road from AFC Totton (short walk)

Not visited for a while. Friend and I went for lunch, got there early. Beautiful Christmas decorations, and nicely decorated throughout. Friendly service. I had the lasagne, which was delicious. My friend chose the beef pie, with mash, broccoli and extra gravy. Piping hot, she said best pie she'd had in a long time. We were asked if we wanted anything else twice, so felt looked after, even though it had got extremely busy. Would definitely visit again.

Excellent meal and ambiance service was great and food and informing was excellent

Nice atmosphere food good and hot. Waitress amazing (Beth M). Asked for a corner table when booked but didn't get as wife deaf, table had name of booking on it. Parking good.

🎄Our party of 16 thoroughly enjoyed our festive meal today at the Testwood... everything went smoothly from the time of booking, menu choices etc. The staff were super friendly, nothing too much trouble despite being very busy, meals were excellent, plentiful and reasonably priced. Many thanks to all at the Testwood, sure we will be returning for more next year. Well done and Happy Xmas 🎄

My grandson is lactose intolerant. Staff at the Testwood went over and above to ensure his food was suitable. I’m honestly so impressed

Had the steak pie and mash, I found what I thought to be one little bit of steak, but turned out to be a bit of gristle. The mash must

Went here for a 40th Birthday meal and found the staff to be friendly and helpful. Atmosphere was very nice and cosy.

Food was good and very good value. The staff are friendly and efficient. We were served by Beth W today. She was a very good waitress. Well done to Beth and colleagues!

I visit once per week, during week days Usual time about 5-00pm Avoid any rush, for service. I have my regular Fillet Steak medium Rare. And of course medium glass of red wine. The service is excellent , Young Lady Served me her name , Jamie. Follow up as well, allgood many thanks Keith white retired, also I used to frequent with my Wife, Red Rover, Green King

Had two day visits recently. Staff lovely and friendly. Great coffee in a relaxed environment.

Had a lovely family birthday lunch here. Pre-booked for the cosy dining area. Big portions and good value for money. Jamie our waitress was very attentive. Desserts were amazing. Would recommend 😊

Just been to the Testwood for an evening meal with three other family members,nice food,well presented and good price.All the staff friendly and welcoming.A very pleasant evening.

For what you pay, great value. Good pint, alright grub and for a very reasonable price!

Good food and chilled atmosphere

Came here on the 1/11/24 and it was amazing time. We've come here multiple times over the years but this time was particularly great due to Beth W. She was super friendly and helpful and made sure we had the best time. The food was also amazing and a massive upgrade from the last time we came. Would highly recommend to anybody in the Calmore/Totton area.

Came here on the 1/11/24 and it was amazing time. We've come here multiple times over the years but this time was particularly great due to Beth W. She was super friendly and helpful and made sure we had the best time. The food was also amazing and a massive upgrade from the last time we came. Would highly recommend to anybody in the Calmore/Totton area.

Lovely meal, great service 🙂 Thank you Caitlin 🤞

Can't comment on the food as I didn't eat there but the pub is nice, friendly staff, good atmosphere.

Comfortable place for relaxing time..

Food shocking 😲 Under cooked burger Over cooked pizza

Called in today for a roast, absolutely delicious 😋 can highly recommend 👌🏻

Nice meals and plenty of space to relax

Lovely Roast dinner, excellent staff, very friendly can not fault this place at all was really clean, definitely returning well done to all staff

Not long moved to calmore, this place is just lovely, haven't found one fault with anyone or anything just a genuinely lovely place , lovely staff great food

Nice pub, welcoming staff, just a shame you youth get to drunk, saying your wig has a hole in it, a walk away, youth of today, he should of took his mask off, Halloween its till the end of October, if I hadn't had my family with me, I would of rearranged his nose

Had a lovely meal 14 of us at my daughter's 40,,party only spoilt by a loud barking dog at the bar not impressed

Came in for lunch today with my friends on the off chance and was lovely atmosphere, dog friendly and very attentive staff. Look forward to returning.

I would not recommend the hunters chicken as one of the family members had this and not even half hour of getting home she became unwell and has been up all night with sickness and diarrhea we also have know someone who works there and they have said that the chicken is pre cooked then heated in the microwave when someone orders the hunters chicken.

Great food, friendly service & good value. The mixed grill is excellent

Slow service, food poison sickness, piece of bone in my Friends meal.

We spent the evening here for my sons 18th . Phoebe was the loverly girl that served us all evening, went above and beyond to cater to us all . Food is always amazing , lovely atmosphere and catered well for Gluten free. Thank you phoebe for an a.azing evening and you worked your socks off.

Slow service. No smiles from bar staff.

Dropped to 2 stars after a poor dinner, accompanied by bad Service from the bearded guy again (not Luke). 2021 Review: 3 Stars. Getting worse.. The Testwood's interpretation of the current Government guidlines makes your visit a pretty painful experience. The management should try elsewhere and see how it can be done effortlessly, and without putting you off from returning.

Food good new menu from 17th September!

Friendly staff, only drink there very rarely.

Great food and good prices, it's a little loud but it's fun. Staff were prompt and helpful, the table was ready.

Ii feel I have to reply to ivor 2024 review I am guilty for looking after my dogs . My friend and I were asked to move from a table as it had been pre booked. As the pub was quite busy we moved to a table with 2 chairs rather than take a 6 or 8 seater as the pub was starting to get busy. The costomer on the next table ask me to move as he didn't want to eat near smelly dogs .we did move to another table 2 people 3 dogs to keep the peace we could not go any further as there were ather dogs in that Area. The customer starting complaining again even walking over to where we were sat leaning on the table telling us we should go out into the garden with the dogs.i felt I had done my best to to keep the peace. But decided to stay .I mentioned I was a regular and never had a problem before My friend and I felt this costomer to be a bit threatening. In his review he says he hadn't seen me in there before. I have been in to this pub Almost every day for the last 35 years as has my friend..My dogs are groomed daily and taken to the dog wash once a month. Many customers comment on how well behaved the are and some even bring there kids over to have a cuddle with them and none have ever mentioned they smell..even commenting on there shiny coats and laid back manner

Amazing food, we got the Hunters Chicken, and everything on that was good. Incredible customer service & helpful staff.

It was really good pub food it also has a lovely garden area so it’s nice to sit out there in the sun 🌞

Absolutely disgusting by the behaviour of the staff in this pub. I went in with my friend and they all laughed at my friend. I can’t believe this sort of behaviour is accepted by the manager. This is disgraceful and I will never return to this pub because of this behaviour! discrimination is never acceptable let alone from staff who should know better and a manager who allows this.

TERRIBLE! Discriminated against my disabled friend and allowed hateful comments without intervention! Will never return!

For reference: my friend has restricted growth. The staff were discriminative against our friend. They were outside and decided to laugh at our friend as she was walking inside. They then proceeded to do the same as we were leaving. Clearly the staff can't handle anyone that walks in thats outside of their realm of normality. To be specific, one of their names is Matt. The other is the apparent assistant manager, she is blonde and chavy looking who has a child and clearly bringing them up to be as awful as her.

Excellent Food, Friendly Staff & Pleasant atmosphere, thank you!

I love this place for a bite to eat. Bar staff were extremely busy when we arrived but were amazing to us, double checked our order due to intolerances which was appreciated. Long wait at the bar to pay due to card machines being down however, overall another fantastic visit.

Wow fantastic place very welcoming manager lovely staff.

Friendly staff and good food and service

Good place to eat. Recovered from a misshapen speedily and efficiently.

Really lovely food, fantastic service and welcoming atmosphere, massive shout out to the lovely lady with the red hair, I think her name was Alisha ? We will 100% be back 😊

Food was good value for money, i had the fish and chips which were perfectly adequate, the fish was nice and crispy bit not overcooked. The pub was clean, quite quiet but we did go on a week night fairly late.

Had a lovely lunch, food was amazing, great service from bar staff, will come again.

Food great staff great but a bit slow on this occasion, waited a long time for our main meal and then awaiting the bill, had to pay at the bar eventually.

Been here twice now, the last time was for Sunday Roast lunch. The service and food was top notch. The staff are friendly and helpful. The roast dinners were plentiful and cooked well, we had the turkey and the beef & turkey combo. Just about had room for a dessert. Prices are fair, not too expensive and the atmosphere is pleasant.

The biggest compliments to the chef! Food was lush. I had a Sunday roast lamb shank (see picture) and my partner had a burger with Texas BBQ sauce. We are big foodies and both of those dishes hit the spot 👌🏻 Apart from the food- customer service was great. The pub was busy but they managed to accommodate us. Toilets were clean, music wasn't loud in any of the areas (much appreciated!) and parking is big enough so you don't have to look anywhere else to park ✨ Thank you and see you again soon 🌸

Lovely pub! Very friendly staff