Old Forge - Winchester

Lovely little pub, food was delicious, the fish and batter literally just melts in the mouth. Food was well seasoned and flavours were lovely. Only 4 stars as the staff need a little more training I feel, a little unsure and not confident our waitress was. But all that aside good environment and great food. The fire was on so set a lovely atmosphere from when you walked In.

This restaurant offers a full range of meals, well stocked premium bar and boasts a warm traditional interior. I visited to sample the incredibly high quality Sunday roast; which consists of multiple meat options, vegetarian dishes, sides, desserts and drinks pairings. The staff are smartly dressed, polite, professional and enthusiastic. The building is tidy, nicely decorated and the toilets are well maintained. Easily accessible by road but also via a rear nature/rambling trail which is perfect for dog walkers.

Booked in for Sunday lunch, things started out great, service got a bit slow around dessert, drinks ordered hadn't turned up, no spoons for desserts etc, I guess maybe they got more stretched around 2pm. The roast was delicious. I wasn't a fan of the dessert particularly, but others enjoyed their desserts, though some weren't given a choice of custard/ ice cream with dessert and were a little disappointed with what they got, e.g. ice cream with sticky toffee pudding instead of custard. Overall it was a good experience, and maybe a little overstretched at Sunday lunch, so I would give them a try again

What a fantastic time we’ve had at The Old Forge Otterbourne! Incredible food, wonderful service. We cannot wait to come back. Highly recommend!

Found myself back in the pub for years second time. Spent the afternoon with friends I'd not seen for too long. The atmosphere, as before, was welcoming in this classic style pub. Staff are extremely accommodating, food is beyond compare. Pricing is just right too. Can't recommend this place enough. Makes a difference when you want things to be right, and they actually are. I forgot I had a milk intolerance (it's very new) ordered a milk heavy dessert. When I realised and informed a staff member, she was more than happy to change it for the most amazing Sticky Toffee pud with vegan ice cream... OMG!!!