Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Hampshire

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Updated 05 October 2026

Looking for the best overall restaurants in Hampshire? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

The Olive House restaurant

4.9

4.9 (1483)

£25 and under

Mediterranean

Basingstoke

About the restaurant

The Olive House is a family-run. family-oriented restaurant serving authentic Turkish and Mediterranean cuisine,freshly prepared and cooked to order.
Our chef Mr ATAG, has been with business since 2006 and being a chef since year 2020,bringing experience ,care and traditional flavours to every dish.
We are proud that our reviews come from genuine guests who have dined with us and we always value honest feedback from our local community and visitors.

Top review

Lori

Dined on 16 Oct 2026

This is a fabulous restaurant, the food is very fresh and delicious. The staff are so helpful and friendly. Thank you for making our lunchtime visits so lovely!

The Queen's Head Pub

4.8

4.8 (786)

£26 to £40

Gastro Pub

Fleet

About the restaurant

Welcome To The Queens Head Pub & Restaurant in Dogmersfield.

The character of The Queens Head is well maintained to provide a relaxing cosy environment. Come and enjoy our beautiful garden this summer or sit back and relax with a pint or glass of wine in front of a real log fire on a cold winters day or evening, there really is no better place to be.

Top review

Nick

Dined 5 days ago

We and our friends had a lovely meal served by warm, friendly staff. Definitely going back.

The Kara Fleet

4.9

4.9 (1337)

£26 to £40

Turkish

Fleet

About the restaurant

Welcome To The Kara Lounge Fleet! After our success in Grays, Essex, we've decided to bring you the hype and excitement to fleet.

With our amazing lunchtime offer, evening meals, and weekend entertainment, what's not to love.
Kitchen Hours: Sunday To Thursday: 12:00pm - 22:00pm
Friday & Saturday : 12:00pm - 23:00pm

Top review

Kristina

Dined 4 days ago

We visited as a team of 10 people recently as recommended by our colleagues who live locally for a work get together - they were so right! The restaurant itself is fabulous and I would go there again! The service was impeccable, friendly servers and the food was delicious with generous portions. So reasonably priced and a good wine list too. I had the lamb chops. Highly recommend. Everyone's food came out together, everything was hot and well cooked. I had a birthday cake that was heart shaped and honestly the lightest, tastiest cake I've every tried!! So lovely and a great experience too. The decor made you feel like a celebrity! Great Insta pics in every corner of the place. Thank you for making us feel so welcome.

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Porters Steakhouse

4.7

4.7 (441)

£41 and over

Steakhouse

Southampton

About the restaurant

At Porters, we specialise in the art of precision dry-aging and fire-led cooking. Located in the heart of Southampton, our kitchen sources every cut from exceptional British and international producers to ensure unrivaled quality.

Our philosophy is rooted in provenance, patience, and purity of flavor. We deliver a refined steakhouse experience where smoke, salt, and time define every plate. From heritage breeds to world-class cuts, Porters is the ultimate destination for fine dining in Hampshire.

Top review

Mark

Dined 1 day ago

An absolutely exceptional experience from start to finish with very attentive, helpful staff throughout thank you very much

The Meldiz

4.9

4.9 (291)

£25 and under

Turkish

Basingstoke

About the restaurant

The Meldiz Turkish Restaurant
A big warm, friendly welcome from us to you, offering our customers here in Basingstoke a touch of the Mediterranean.

Here at Meldiz we pride ourselves in our achievement of bringing together not only the true authentic flavours of our country but combine that with our renowned generosity, we not only offer you the customer an amazing experience but also great value for money.

Top review

Liz

Dined 5 days ago

Outstanding as always. The food is delicious and well presented. The staff are attentive without being intrusive. Highly recommend

Hokkaido Japanese & Ramen

4.8

4.8 (138)

£26 to £40

Japanese

Southampton

About the restaurant

Step into the Hokkaido Restaurant and immerse yourself in the art of Japanese cuisine. From the finest sashimi and classic rolls to exquisite premium rolls and delightful ramen, each dish reflects our passion for authentic Japanese flavors.

Experience unparalleled sushi creations that set a new benchmark in Southampton, featuring the freshest ingredients and unique offerings like Toro Toro and sushi drizzled with truffle sauce. Indulge in our artisanal iced teas, innovative cocktails, and a thoughtfully selected wine list.

Allow the sophisticated ambiance of our restaurant to set the stage for your memorable celebrations of every nature.

Top review

Steve

Dined 2 days ago

First time for us. Was very pleased with the food and service. Will be back!

DARBAR

4.8

4.8 (407)

£26 to £40

Indian

Emsworth

About the restaurant

Darbar Restaurant provides an exceptional fine dining experience offering North Indian Mughalai cuisine, authentic Goan cuisine & other regional specials prepared by highly experienced Goan and North Indian Chefs, coupled with an array of cocktails, mocktails, beers and a wide range of wines chosen by connoisseurs.

Also experience lunch time traditional "Thali tasting menu" ( Indian Tapas style food).

Top review

Charlie

Dined on 16 Oct 2026

Made to feel very welcome and valued. The Lamb Biryani was delicious.

The White Lion

4.8

4.8 (941)

£25 and under

British

Bishops Waltham

About the restaurant

The White Lion is an independent traditional country pub in the beautiful Meon Valley, Hampshire, in the village of Soberton. We have developed a fantastic reputation for delicious locally-sourced food, and popular local Reals Ales from Bowman Brewery in Wallops Wood which is just up the road from us.

Top review

Don

Dined 1 day ago

Lovely pub with a great atmosphere and great food and friendly service. What more can anyone want. Well done White Lion

Ugly Bird Japanese Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (87)

£26 to £40

Japanese

Portsmouth

About the restaurant

WELCOME TO UGLY BIRD

At Ugly Bird, we are passionate about delivering an unforgettable dining experience. Our restaurant is a celebration of Japanese cuisine, from charcoal grills, hand craft sushi, slow broth Ramen, where every dish tells a story of craftsmanship and flavor. Nestled in the heart of Portsmouth, our vibrant and inviting space is where friends and families come together to savor the best of barbecue dining.

We take pride in our commitment to excellence, from our warm hospitality to the carefully curated selection of dishes. Whether you're joining us for a casual evening or a special celebration, our team is dedicated to ensuring that every moment spent at Ugly Bird is filled with delicious food, great company, and lasting memories.

Top review

James

Dined 5 days ago

Fantastic Experience , a nice cosy place with great vibes and good service , the food was absolutely excellent

Enzee Brockenhurst Limited

4.7

4.7 (601)

£25 and under

Italian

Brockenhurst

About the restaurant

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Family Run Italian in Brockenhurst, New Forest National Park.
Millie and Massimo welcome you to their restaurant in the wonderful New Forest village of Brockenhurst. As the business grows so do our customer base and we are proud to call many of our local customers friends
Under the watchful eye of Millie our chefs work tirelessly to provide you with delicious meals using fresh local ingredients.
Our restaurant menu has dishes to suit everyone, and we cater for gluten free and vegan diets.

Homemade traditional Sicilian and Italian home cooking, delicious pasta, freshly baked pizza and daily specials. Visit- The New Forest - Explore-The National Park- Eat - At Enzee's

Thursday's are Live Music Nights in the Forest. Join us for dinner jazz sax from 7pm whilst you dine.

Top review

Sara

Dined on 17 Oct 2026

Lovely atmosphere, family run business great food and wine excellent service. We will be back soon. Highly recommend.

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