Hampshire is certainly home to some of the finest culinery experts in the country, all of whom dedicate their life to ensuring their customers can enjoy a one-of-a-kind dining experience – and it’s no surprise that the Michelin Guide has recognised the top ten spots in the area by featuring them in the annual guide.
From 36 On The Quay in Emsworth to Chesil Rectory in Winchester, the guide highlighted the best venues in Hampshire that are definitely worth visiting. Being featured in the Michelin Guide is a no mean feat as it demonstrates that a venue is dishing up high quality food, made with fresh, quality ingredients.
Restaurants don’t always have to break the bank to be featured within the guide – Pulpo Negro, located in New Alresford, has not only been featured in the guide, but it also bagged a Bib Gourmand which demonstrates that it is a venue that offers fresh, good quality ingredients for a reasonable price.
Here are 10 Hampshire venues featured in the Michelin Guide 2025:
5. Nathan Marshall Clarke House, Liss
Nathan Marshall Clarke House at Farnham Road, Liss, is in the Michelin Guide 2025. The restaurant serves up sublime dishes including fillet of wild sea bass with sweet potato gnocchi, fennel and smoked garlic emulsion. Photo: Google Street View
6. Pulpo Negro, New Alresford
Pulpo Negro, on Broad Street, New Alresford, is in the Michelin Guide with a Bib Gourmand. The restaurant is known for some of its delicious and authentic Spanish tapas dishes. Photo: Google Street View
7. Chesil Rectory, Winchester
Chesil Rectory, at Chesil Street, Winchester, is in the Michelin Guide 2025 and the Michelin Guide said: "This double-gabled wattle and daub house dates from the 15C and its hugely characterful interior takes in heavy beams and a large inglenook fireplace. Classically based dishes are informed by local, seasonal produce and given a modern twist by the experienced team." Photo: Google Street View
8. Marle, Hook
Marle, in Hook, was awarded a green star by Michelin for their gastronomy and sustainability. They serve modern British cuisine and are known for delicious dishes. The Michelin Guide 2025 said: "A Georgian country house hotel decorated with the owner’s extensive post-war British art collection – you’ll find this charming, orangery-style dining room looking out over a lake and parkland. Sustainability drives everything they do here, with a great number of ingredients coming from the estate’s own farm." Photo: Google Street View