Explore the Best Food and Drink in Hampshire

Hampshire is a county well known for its great selection of local produce, fine dining restaurants, friendly cafes and cosy pubs. We’re proud of our fine food, from the exquisite dishes in our gourmet restaurants to the top quality produce in our farmers' markets including fresh trout and watercress. You’ll find gastronomic delights in Hampshire all year round, at exciting food events and on foodie days out with the family.
 

Places to Eat and Drink in Hampshire

Whether you are looking for somewhere to eat for a special occasion, a Saturday night treat or a quick pit stop, our county has something to suit all tastes. From traditional British cuisine to international dishes such as Italian, Indian, Japanese, Thai, and Chinese, there is no shortage of choice.

Top Restaurants and Bistros in Hampshire

If you’re looking for award-winning restaurants in Hampshire, treat yourself to one of Hampshire’s Michelin star or celebrity chef restaurants. Expect to find celebrity chefs such as Rick Stein and Angela Hartnett.

Enjoy fine dining in one of Hampshire’s many fantastic locations, from restaurants with sea views and city centre atmosphere to traditional country pubs in the beautiful rural countryside. 

The medieval, eclectic city of Winchester is well known for its local produce and fine dining. There are a growing number of celebrity chef restaurants, and it is fast becoming the foodie capital of the south of England. 

The pretty coastal town of Emsworth is another foodie hub with a long association with seafood and oysters. Here you’ll find a traditional high street, monthly markets and some of the area’s finest restaurants, some with views across the Solent.

Discover Hampshire's Food Scene

If you love your food and want to give your taste buds a treat, explore the exciting flavours of Hampshire’s food and drink. Take a tour around one of the county’s award-winning vineyards and learn about the wine making process as well as tasting some of the regions finest wines.

Explore the world-famous Bombay Sapphire Gin Distillery and go behind the scenes and learn how to make the perfect gin cocktail in one of their cocktail making master classes. Discover Hampshire’s fine beer and ale on one of the county’s brewery tours. For a more unusual experience go on board the real ale train on the Watercress Line which serves ale from a restored bar carriage pulled by a steam locomotive.

The Best Places to Eat and Drink Outdoors in Hampshire

Why not enjoy Hampshire's delicious food and drink in some of the best places to eat outdoors, whilst soaking up the sunshine. We have put together a guide to some of the top places in Hampshire you can sit outdoors, relax, and enjoy a bite to eat or a cooling drink. From great pub gardens, fine dining at country house hotels, gin and tonics by the sea to vibrant city centre outdoor café culture, Hampshire is a foodies’ dream. 

See guide to the best places to eat and drink outdoors in Hampshire

Family Friendly Restaurants and Pubs

Find places to eat and drink where all the family are catered for. Whether it’s a cosy pub with an inviting play area, or an ice cream parlour where you can savour the various flavours.

Find family-friendly places to eat and drink in Hampshire

Hampshire Farmers’ Markets and Local Produce

You’ll find regular Hampshire farmers’ markets at several of our towns and cities. Plus, many an opportunity to try some of Hampshire’s local produce at our restaurants, cafes and food festivals. 

Take a look at our events listings for foodie events coming up. 

Pet Friendly Places to Eat

Bring your four-legged friend out with you on your meal out. We’ve plenty of pet-friendly places to eat in Hampshire including some amazing pubs, cafes and restaurants. 

Discover pet-friendly places to eat
 

Food Festivals and Events in Hampshire

Look out for a variety of food and drink festivals taking place throughout the year in Hampshire. From festivals celebrating English wine, through to those favouring particular cuisines. Foodies should definitely keep their diaries free for some of the local food and drinks festivals including the Alresford Watercress Festival and Trout ‘n About. 

Find out more about Hampshire’s food festivals. 

Plan your visit to Hampshire

Use our food and drink pages to help plan your foodie break to Hampshire. 

Find out what’s on when you plan on staying and find places to stay across our county.