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If you're craving authentic fish & chips, New Forest Bistro is the spot to be. Located at 159-161 Hampton Lane in Blackfield, Southampton, this cozy eatery has garnered rave reviews for its flavorful offerings and welcoming atmosphere. Customers have praised the lovely meaty fish, encased in a perfectly crisp batter, balancing satisfaction and quality.
Rosie Woolf highlighted the charming presentation and portion sizing, while Phil Hetti enjoyed a well-sized special for seniors—good news for those who appreciate options. The menu extends beyond the classic fish and chips, featuring dishes like wings and authentic Turkish bread, which Samantha Henderson lauded for being warm and delicious.
With generous portions and fair prices, Paul Crowley noted the excellent value, complemented by fast and friendly service. Plus, Zoe Edwards shared her pleasant experience with the restaurant's customer service over the phone. The staff truly shines, creating a welcoming environment that makes every visit special.
In short, New Forest Bistro is a delightful destination for classic fish & chips, and it proudly serves the community with great food and even better service.
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Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great tea selection
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Reviews for New Forest Bistro
Review highlights
Based on 347 reviewsNew Forest Bistro consistently receives positive feedback for its quality fish and chips, noted for flavorful, well-cooked fish and batter that avoids greasiness. Portion sizes are generally regarded as generous, providing good value, though some customers mention smaller chip portions that still prove satisfying. The menu variety, including sides such as wings and authentic warm Turkish bread, adds appeal for groups and families. Service is frequently praised for being friendly, helpful, and efficient, with particular appreciation for attentive staff both in-person and during delivery. The atmosphere is described as welcoming, suitable for casual meals after a day out, reinforcing its reputation as a reliable local spot. Overall, the bistro is recognized for delivering a consistently enjoyable dining experience combining quality food, approachable service, and a community-oriented feel.
Lovely meaty fish with gorgeous thin crisp batter.Lovely chips too if a little small in portions. But saying that perfectly satisfied once consumed. All beautifully served in a box and bag all for top price when only chippie tea will do.
Great place to stop for some food after a day at lepe beach. We were a big group with kids and adults, had fish and chips, wings, cajic, taramasalata and bread. It was all delicious! Service was great and bread was authentic Turkish bread and nice and warm. Will be coming again
As an OAP I didn’t want a full fish and chips so I ordered the Special Fish and Chips at 5.45. Great choice. More than enough. Very helpful and friendly staff. Fish was good, batter good (not oily), chips good chunky.
Huge portions, great value, friendly staff, fast service and they take cash.
To the young girl on the phone tonight.. very good customer service and a lovely phone voice.. and to the young lad that delivered who was her brother a very pleasant young man.. very good customer service.. well done
Super fish and chips We stopped in here randomly on a journey to feed a hungry family. We were very happy - the fish & chips were really good. Nice big portions, good quality fish, tasty sauces (I particularly the curry sauce) and lovely grilled fish. Plenty of social distancing without being oppressive. For visitors, it’s a only short drive to the coast if you want to eat with the seagulls. Very recommended - will visit again next time we are in the area
The best food place in the whole world i am a loyal customer and will never step foot in gj palace again
So after attending Beaulieu Motor Museum, we fancied fish and chips and looked this place up. It is a fish and chip shop plus a whole lot more, burgers, chicken, kebabs, eat-in, or take away or delivery and alcohol, omelets, curry, grilled fish, all sorts!! Very extensive menu, but all served fresh and tasted yummy. Good prices too! Lovely fish and chips x Really nice staff too. We found a gem and will travel through that way again
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Opening hours
- Monday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Tuesday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Wednesday (Today) 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Thursday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Friday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Saturday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Sunday 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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