The best restaurants serving British food in Harroway Test Valley South East

I recently attended a wake at the Hare and Hounds in Charlton Down, and I couldn't speak more highly of the experience. The staff were incredibly kind, respectful, and attentive throughout, making sure everything ran smoothly during what was an emotional time. The food was lovely—fresh, well-presented, and plentiful—and the atmosphere was warm and welcoming, offering the perfect space for friends and family to come together and remember a loved one. A heartfelt thank you to everyone at the Hare and Hounds for your care and professionalism.

For a variety of reasons I had not been to the Royal Oak for some time and went there for a drink with friends. I was horrified to see how the decor had deteriorated to such an extent it could only be described as shabby and well past the time that refurbishment should have taken place. The covering fabric on the benches was so dilapidated that in places it had disappeared the supporting fabric underneath was wearing out. The door to the ladies toilet, where it was being pushed to open it, had worn off to below the primer and looked grubby. I chose not to use the toilets for fear of what I might find. Greene King should be ashamed to put their sign above the door and improve the environment that the staff, who were cheerful and polite, have to work in representing the Company.

Portway Inn, was the best place for breakfats for my family and I. we use to go each week. Todday we were turned away and was told they no longer accept outside customers only residents only. I have taken a picture of each of these. There terms and conditions, there website, their menu and when you walk towards the reception entrance from car park, no where does it say residents only can get breakfast. what a waste of time and fuel. I am so disappointed.

We went to the Bell on Sunday with our family for a Sunday roast. Warm and welcoming as it always was, new chef, so glad the pub is open again. Lovely big garden, great food and even better service.