Restaurant @ The Stag Hotel

Walk into The Stag on High Street and you're stepping into the kind of place where locals actually spend their evenings—no faffing about. It's got that lived-in New Forest charm: wood beams, real fires, and the sort of relaxed atmosphere where you can nurse a pint for hours without anyone making you feel rushed. The restaurant does proper, unpretentious cooking that respects its ingredients without trying too hard. Whether you're after something quick between forest walks or settling in for a longer evening with friends, there's a genuine warmth here that's increasingly rare.