Nightingale — Restaurant in Test Valley

June 2025 Had another visit last night and it was very busy outside probably partly due to the lovely weather. They have a Thursday night £3 offer on selected drinks, including pints of beer, cider, and standard size gins and wine. It seems to be working as lots of people were drinking heartily, for me a bit too heartlily as a lot were very drunk. My main issue was the brusqueness of the staff, not a warm greeting but a sense we were lucky she was letting us have a drink in her pub! The other patrons seemed to like it and joked about it being her pub her way and I'm absolutely sure it's partly an act but maybe I'm too timid for it all as I felt a bit awkward. My three pound gin was good, standard tonic which I enjoyed so I'm happy, my friend had lemonade in hers that came from a big bottle and was flat, she drank it (waste not) but didn't much enjoy it. I was told I was served the wrong tonic and I should have had mine from a big bottle so I swerved one there! I would rather pay a little more and have freshly opened mixers but maybe that's just me. I will go back but probably not between 5 and 8pm on a Thursday, but for those who like busy and a bargain it's well worth going along.

March 2024 I went back over the Easter weekend and it's really settled into itself now. Still a great selection of gins, ciders, and beer (wine too of course but it's these that urge me through the doors!)

It's changed hands since my last review, but still a great place to head.

This is a great New pub for Romsey. Modern but comfortable with plenty of space for big groups and little nooks for smaller gatherings. I've only been in once and I'm heading back in a couple of days with a larger group for food and drinks, my...

Having dined at this establishment approximately three years ago and relishing in the culinary excellence, our recent return has left us befuddled. What was once a haven for elevated pub classics has regrettably devolved into a disheartening experience featuring subpar ingredients that border on the repulsive. The ambiance, less bustling than our initial visit, did little to salvage the disappointment. Notable grievances include undercooked chips and a staff demeanor that veered towards rudeness, amplifying the overall unpleasantness. The prospect of a return visit has been firmly shelved, as the disheartening quality now prompts contemplation of alternative, more satisfying dining options, even within the realm of budget-friendly establishments like...

This pub is hands down THE best pub to host a birthday/event with your family. The staff were incredible, went above and beyond, even with a couple family members added last minute, they managed to accommodate with no fuss, when a child broke a glass, they went out their way to make her feel ok about it. The food was delivered fast was incredible, loads of lovely veg, and mushrooms, onion rings with chips with the steaks, would absolutely recommend them to others and will be having many more events with them. I can definitely see why they won pub of the year. The atmosphere was lovely, the room smelt amazing and was lovely and warm. Fantastic job to all staff we can’t thank...