The South Restaurants

In summer, and especially on summer weekends, visitors can overrun the restaurants in small villages, so either book a table in advance or prepare to wait. The more popular or upscale the restaurant, the more critical a reservation is. For local specialties, try fresh-grilled river trout or sea bass poached in brine, or dine like a king on New Forest's renowned venison. Hampshire is noted for its pig and sheep farming, and you might zero in on pork and lamb dishes on local restaurant menus. The region places a strong emphasis on seasonal produce, so venison, for example, is best between September and February.

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  • 1. Boston Tea Party

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    Specializing in quick, nourishing meals, this relaxed café in a 14th-century former inn allegedly once patronized by Shakespeare, Cromwell, and Pepys serves hot and cold breakfasts, lunches, and afternoon snacks. Choices include cheeseburgers served with bacon and fried egg, a Moving Mountains beetroot, mushroom, and soya version, or a sweetcorn hash with halloumi, avocado, and poached egg. You can eat upstairs in the spectacular Tudor great hall or in the quieter side room.

    13 High St., Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2NJ, England
    01722-433266

    Known For

    • Child-friendly atmosphere and dishes
    • Freshly roasted coffee and homemade cakes
    • Casual dining in impressive historic setting

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No dinner
  • 2. Cathedral Refectory

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    With a vaulted glass roof on steel supports, this self-service cafeteria in a walled garden across from the cathedral combines contemporary style with locally sourced, freshly prepared dishes to create a refreshing stop for lunch or afternoon tea. Food is served daily until 4:30 or 5, and there are tables outside on a slate terrace for fair-weather eating.

    1 The Close, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9LS, England
    01962-857258

    Known For

    • Locally sourced ingredients
    • Homemade cakes
    • Walled garden for picnics

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No dinner
  • 3. Duke of Wellington

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    This family-run traditional pub that dates back to the 16th century has flagstones, bare stone walls, an inglenook fireplace, an open fire in winter, and a beer garden in the summer. The homemade food leans towards the traditional, with superior versions of old favorites like fish pie. You'll also find more exotic selections like a housemade curry of the day as well as Purbeck-brand honeycomb ice cream for dessert. The inn also has 11 rooms for guests who want to stay the night.

    7 East St., Wareham, Dorset, BH20 5EE, England
    01929-553015

    Known For

    • Highly regarded beer and ale selection
    • Fresh fish specials
    • Organic and locally sourced Sunday roast lunch
  • 4. Fisherton Mill

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    A former grain mill, Fisherton Mill houses independent shops as well as artists' studios and a gallery showcasing paintings, sculptures, textiles, jewelry, and all manner of crafts. Enjoy a light lunch or Wiltshire cream tea in the highly regarded café. It shuts down for the day at 5, except for Sundays, when it's closed.

    108 Fisherton St., Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 7QY, England
    01722-500200

    Known For

    • Excellent homemade cakes and pastries
    • Gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegetarian options
    • Cute shops and art gallery

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun. No dinner
  • 5. Forte Kitchen

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    This unfussy but elegant café-restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and afternoon tea offers freshly made soups, sandwiches, hot dishes, and cakes made with locally sourced ingredients. Favorites include beer-battered cod with fries, fried mushrooms on sourdough toast with creamed spinach and a poached egg, and a miso glazed chicken salad. There are no reservations and it's very popular, so a wait may be involved at busy times.

    78 Parchment St., Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8AT, England
    01962-856840

    Known For

    • Excellent breakfasts
    • Fast, friendly service
    • No reservations so waits are possible

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No dinner
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  • 6. Green's Bar and Kitchen

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    Reasonably priced and healthy comfort food is served cafeteria-style at this established, family-run favorite, including dishes like a vegan cheeseburger, a quinoa salad with grilled tofu, and torched mackerel on toast. Serving breakfast (including a great full English) and lunch, the place transforms into a busy cocktail bar in the evening.

    4 Jewry St., Winchester, Hampshire, S23 8RZ, England
    01962-869630

    Known For

    • Excellent breakfasts
    • Outdoor seating in good weather
    • Great cocktails
  • 7. Pascal's Brasserie

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    Tucked away from the busy harbor, this French-owned local favorite serves classic Gallic dishes such as onion soup, eggs Benedict, and croque monsieur, plus simple seafood dishes like king prawns in garlic butter. If you're looking for an afternoon pit stop, try the substantial, and very English, cream tea selection and other superlative baked goods. A set-menu pop-up supper club serves dishes like pork fillet braised in Chablis with prunes on the third Friday and Saturday of each month and books up fast.

    8 Cove St., Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 8TS, England
    01305-777500

    Known For

    • Delicious housemade cakes and scones
    • French brasserie favorites
    • Excellent breakfasts

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No dinner
  • 8. The Bell Cliff Restaurant and Tea Rooms

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    This cozy, child-and-dog-friendly restaurant in a 17th-century building at the bottom of Lyme Regis's main street makes a great spot for a light lunch or a cream tea with views over the bay. Apart from hot drinks and sandwiches (including fresh crab), you can order more substantial dishes like homemade beef lasagna.

    5–6 Broad St., Lyme Regis, Dorset, DT7 3QD, England
    01297-442459

    Known For

    • Friendly service
    • Excellent cream tea
    • Generous portions
  • 9. The Ship Inn

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    Whether you're in the mood for a traditional Sunday roast or a steak pie with beer gravy and a puff pastry top, this welcoming pub-restaurant with great views over the harbor specializes in a well-executed, modern approach to classic British pub fare. Service is attentive and friendly, and there's an excellent selection of beers and ales.

    Custom House Quay, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 8BE, England
    01305-773879

    Known For

    • Outdoor seating overlooking harbor
    • Several vegetarian options
    • Sunday roast lunch

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