Restaurants in Basingstoke

The Meldiz Turkish Restaurant

For my first meal in Basingstoke I enjoyed a delicious, authentic Turkish dinner here. The lamb shank with mashed potatoes and rice was perfect, the lamb falling off the bone and really succulent. I also really enjoyed the baklava and glass of Turkish tea afterwards, the baklava really recommended! I was by myself but felt comfortable and was well looked after in this beautifully furnished restaurant where you can even see your food being cooked. I will absolutely return here when back in Basingstoke, thank-you! :)

Miller & Carter Basingstoke

We had a party of 7, including a toddler, and were served by Lili who was super kind, funny and attentive. The food was fantastic - the Yorkshire pudding starter particularly, and we enjoyed the wagyu steaks. Thanks for a great meal!

The Olive House

One of the best restaurants in the area. Amazing food, great atmosphere and service. The Lahmacun starter is incredible, guvec a fantastic main and the baklava...wow.

Spices and Spirits

Spices and Spirits lives up to its reputation as one of the best curry houses in Basingstoke.

The curries are delicious, the cocktails are great and I was extremely happy to see that they had added another floor!

Highly recommend the chicken lollipop starter!

I would recommend booking as it gets busy.

Spicy Tadka

Food at Spicy Tadka has never disappointed us. First time we ordered for a function at home, 2 years ago, and had a few special requests. The food was one of the best Indian food we had in the UK.
Since then we’ve been going there and have our favourites. Butter Chicken (we ask for slightly spicy), dal makhni and chilly garlic naan is our go-option.

Afrizi

Beautiful authentic food lovingly made! I’ve been going weekly for a few years now and the food and service is always top notch. Included in the experience is a lovely place to stop and eat. Love it

Yamazaki Sushi Bar

Had a really nice meal here with family. lovely friendly staff and Japanese food as good as I've had in Japan. Definitely worth a visit and i can understand why they won an award.

Côte Basingstoke

We have been visiting this branch of Cote repeatedly for three years. We have returned to it since we moved away from Basingstoke because it is considerably better than the one in our local area, and probably one of the best in the southeast. The staff are excellent; I would particularly like to credit Marta for being wonderful, friendly and accommodating every time we return. The food is always delicious, and I enjoy the variety of seasonal/event promotions which are offered throughout the year.

Overall an excellent venue, will continue to visit, even if just for a coffee!

Anu Caterers

Anu caterers were fantastic at our wedding, serving a delicious buffet of Indian Street food! They were happy to adjust flavours to our preferences, and we received compliments from so many of our guests for the food. Thank you!

The Jolly Farmer

This is a brilliant little place to visit, especially if you enjoy Thai food.
We've been a few times now and every time the food is superb and price for the quality can't be beaten.
I had the chicken Masaman curry with rice and we also had a sweet n sour chicken and both as usual were absolutely brilliant, so much flavour, presented beautifully and came out piping hot.
They also do some Japanese and British dishes as well.
There is a good selection of drinks.
The actual building is a little run down but dont let this put you off as the food can not be beaten.

Scooperb Basingstoke

Great experience at Scooperb in Basingstoke! The ice cream was incredibly creamy with lots of great flavours to choose from. The Exceptionally Royal Falooda was amazing, beautifully presented and full of delicious layers of flavour.

The staff was very friendly and welcoming, making the visit even better. The shop has a fun atmosphere and is a great place to enjoy a dessert with friends or family.

Everything tasted fresh and high quality. Definitely a must-visit in Basingstoke if you’re craving something sweet! ?

Zizzi - Basingstoke

Very pleased with my first experience at Zizzi in Basingstoke\\. The food was amazing, and the staff were friendly and welcoming\\. Katie was particularly fantastic—friendly, professional, and attentive—which made the whole experience even more enjoyable\\. I’ll definitely be coming back\\!

The Queen Inn

Excellent pub, food quality is excellent and the service is always wonderful. Nice to see a proper pub serving British classics in a market saturated by bistro / gastro pubs. Highly recommend and worth a visit!

Bounty Inn

I popped in to try The Bounty’s first Sunday roast and it definitely didn’t disappoint! The beef was cooked beautifully, tender and full of flavour, and the plate came with a truly bountiful selection of vegetables. The cauliflower cheese was rich and delicious, and the gravy was so good you’d almost be tempted to drink it straight from the pot.
I’ve never been disappointed by the food here, so I’m really pleased the Sunday roast lived up to — and even exceeded — expectations. Looking forward to coming back at the end of the month!

Harvester Stag & Hounds Basingstoke

I went to this Harvester last night with Spanish friends. It was very hot and busy but the staff worked so hard to serve us. Caspar our waiter was very patient as we had to translate the menu and explain orders. Thank you Caspar! You are a star!

Amore Italian Restaurant

First time here, the staff were all amazing. The food portion sizes were good, everything seemed really fresh and tasty. So full we couldn't manage pudding! Would highly recommend and will definitely be back :)

Chulo Thakali Kitchen

We recently visited Chulo Thakali Restaurant in Basingstoke for a family dinner, and overall, we had a lovely experience.

The atmosphere was calm and quiet, which made it perfect for a relaxed family evening. It wasn’t too busy, so we could enjoy our meal without feeling rushed.

We tried a few different dishes. The chicken sizzler was nicely presented and flavourful, although the chicken itself was slightly dry. However, the vegetable noodles were absolutely delicious — full of flavour and cooked perfectly. That was definitely a highlight of the meal!

The kids especially loved the mango lassi, which was fresh, creamy, and just the right amount of sweet.

Overall, it was a good dining experience with tasty food and a peaceful environment. We would happily visit again to try more dishes from the menu.

Las Iguanas - Basingstoke

Jess was amazing! we had a big group of people at the restaurant today and she handled it very well, made sure everyone was satisfied with the food and service :)

CHENNAI EXPRESS

The food here is absolutely fantastic Service was great too Took a takeaway menu with us & will definitely be coming back to eat here again. The nicest Indian food I’ve had in Basingstoke.

The Fox

This place is an absolute gem!!! If you are in the area you MUST go!!!

Around 14 of us came for my birthday lunch (15/08/26), we had a long table in the garden under the marquee which was just perfect, it gave us some shelter from the sun. There was a climbing frame and bouncy castle for the kids which kept them entertained ?

The real winners were the food and the service though. Both were absolutely exceptional; big portions, delicious food, friendly service.

Cannot recommend highly enough. Also, everything was excellent value for money. Gorgeous pub with lovely garden.

Thank you so so much for making my birthday lunch so special ?

The Red Lion, Overton

Stopped in on the way past with the dogs for a drink, ended up staying for lunch. The owners couldn't have done more for us, food was great and plenty on treats given to the dogs. Would definitely recommend and will be back.

The Barley Mow

So this is a fairly loud pub even in the dining area. We booked almost a month ago for the festive meal to celebrate Christmas with family while visiting from the States. When we arrived we were told that they don't serve the festive menu on Sundays. Yet the printed menu says that the festive meals served every day except Christmas, No mention on their website of not serving it on Sundays, wish we had called instead of booking online, maybe that would been mentioned.

That said the service was fantastic, The dining area is too tightly packed and a bit noisy and I was really looking forward to venison roast and ended up with a tiny portion of venison in my casserole. My sister reported that the Sunday roast chicken was dry.
I really think that the restaurant could have made a better effort at telling us there was not the festive menu available when we booked or on their website or printed material.
With the many choices of pubs, don't see any reason to return.

Edit 4 months later...

Came for Sunday roast, Food quality was outstanding, the chicken was moist and tasty.
Emma took fantastic care of us and all is good.

The Wheatsheaf

As usual everything was excellent I have now stayed every August for the last four years staff are all superb and would not stay anywhere else thanks again.T.Hodgson.

Cromwell Tandoori

Went here as a group of five for dinner. We were welcomed by the very friendly staff. We didn't book a table beforehand, but this wasn't a problem. Service was quick and efficient. All our curries were excellent. The bill was very reasonable, too.
We can definitely recommend this restaurant.

Pizza Hut Delivery

Very nice experiences, Alina's she provides excellent service and prepares delicious food, me and my family are always happy with her service. Highly recommend!!

Weybrook Park Golf Club

Can't stop.ravinf about this course. Played in a society last week. Superb breakfast, very friendly staff and fantastic course (west) views were outstanding

wagamama basingstoke

Had my best ever experience at a wagamamas because of our server, Alice. Looked after us properly, was super friendly and helpful, did a great job. Thanks very much!

The Lime Leaf

Such a wonderful experience! The warm, friendly service made us feel so welcome right away, and the Thai food was absolutely delicious and full of authentic flavor. We will definitely be back!

Pizza Express

My friend and I recently stopped by PizzaExpress in Festival Place for dinner. The food was very good, and I really enjoyed my pasta dish.

The thing that truly stood out, however, was the service - it was super friendly, efficient, and exceptionally welcoming. Overall, it was a great meal, and I’d certainly recommend it if you’re looking for a bite to eat in Basingstoke. Their app also offers some great deals, so it’s well worth downloading before you visit.

The Beach Arms Stonehouse

Had a lovely visit to the pub for a carvery and couldn’t fault it. The food was fresh, well-cooked, and generously portioned and the Yorkshire puddings were spot on. Plenty of choice at the veg counter and everything was hot. Big shoutout to Ashleigh who looked after our table – friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed without being overbearing. Overall, a warm, welcoming atmosphere with great value for money. Will be back!

The Gamekeepers

Delicious food, prepared from high-quality ingredients with much taste and skill. Definitely stepping it up quite a notch for pub dining experience:) Friendly and attentive staff and great service overall. We would love to come again!

The Fur & Feathers

It was curry night and I had the venison curry which was delicious. We've been before when we had Sunday roast which was also very good. The Fur and Feathers is fast becoming a favourite.

The desserts were outstanding and beautifully presented.

The Fox Inn

Stopped for a drink and warm meal towards the end of a 9 mile walk.

Looked closed from outside but a ding on ghe door invites you in.

Quiet on a Friday afternoon but we were looked after very well with drinks, warm food and a couple of friendly dogs

Chick-Mex

The food is always delicious and fresh. It's the only place our family loves to eat kebabs. Chick Mex ❤️. The staff are very polite and attentive. The smiling staff inside as soon as you walk through the door ? The flavors are addictive ? Chick Mex 10/10 ⭐️✨

Oliver's

Another good visit. 2026-10-11
see photo.

Went again, continues excellently. Recommended!
More fish menu options than your regular fish and chip place. Excellent chips. Good dessert options. Decent coffee. I want to go again.

The Crown

Unplanned Saturday evening meal that didn’t disappoint! Great food, generous portions and great prices, especially burgers for £10 on Saturdays. Lilly served us and was fabulous!

ASK Italian

Kasia was amazing, as were all the staff. We came quite late in the evening and it was busy but we’re still served very quickly. Food came out in good time, didn’t have to wait for anything. Lovely atmosphere, kind staff.

No issues. Clean cutlery, clean glasses.

Sunny Takeaway

I've used this place for many years, over that time I've not had anything but amazing food, however, due to COVID the OG will no longer be returning, therefore, his family members are now working the kitchen and what a fantastic job they're doing... as the kitchen is now under new staff - PLEASE do make sure you pass on any feedback which they'll really appreciate!

Mayflower Chinese Restaurant

Came here on Saturday night with some friends after a long day out in London and they fitted us in - I found the service efficient and abrupt, not rude at all but a little abrupt anyway!Food was great - cooked to order rather than Sat keeping warm so there was the correct balance of ordering and waiting for it to arrive, not too fast and not too slow either. Not unreasonably priced for a sit down Chinese restaurant. All in all, very enjoyable.

Papa Johns Pizza

Ordered over 15 pizzas and 20 sides for a large corporate lunch. Ordered before the restaurant opened very easily via the website and they took my order the minute they opened. Left my mobile number for the driver who did contact me when he was a few minutes away so I could meet him for the pickup. Very friendly service and courteous, and the pizzas and sides were piping hot on arrival. Tasted great! We'll definitely order again

Blue Cafe Bar

ShakeAway

I was recently served by Holly who was so friendly i was unsure about which shake to get and she asked me my favourite things and made me the most delicious shake nothing was too much trouble also want to say another member of staff ewa was working away to make sure all the customers go there shakes promptly a good little team they have. Well done girls

McDonald's

Outstanding service from the staff and manager who went above and beyond to make my Son's birthday an absolute delight. He told me to take a seat as his staff worked out a complex order and made sure everything was delivered exactly as required. Superb franchise owner. He should be proud of his staff and customers service.

German Doner Kebab

The food was fresh and flavourable . Everything tasted clean and high quality.
The place was clean, and had a relaxed vibe that made it easy to sit and enjoy the meal.Good food, great service and a comfortable environment.

Charlie's Cafe

Went today and had breakfast ? although it was very busy the place was clean and tidy the two ladies working were very pleasant and polite and friendly . It was good food at a reasonable price would recommend it to anyone

The Oak

I visited The Oak to start a regular Vehicle Valeting service, to serve the community through summer 2026. The Roast dinner was outstanding beyond expectations, The service in the bar was brilliant and the atmosphere was amazing and it was lovely to speak to a few of the locals. The staff and management are brilliant, Thankyou Tony, Sam & Sarah.

Willows Coffee House

Willows is now my go-to coffee shop in Basingstoke, their Caramel Latte is one of the best in my opinion! Rich coffee taste with perfect amount of Carmel and velvet textured milk… It hits different to anything else and the little personal touches on their takeaway sleeves are such a nice touch!

Poppins Restaurant & Cafe - Basingstoke

Even though I went 1 hour before closing today, it was nice. Didn't get judged and pleasant staff. Thank you to the Muslim brother who was kind to my toddler when serving us. Being a mum can be very isolating from community but getting a chance to be outdoors and go out with my toddler was an achievement and I am going to keep trying. Small acts of kindness gets us through the day. Quiet but relaxing atmosphere too. ? good food portion and worth it. ?

Laarsens

I had already eaten lunch, but when I saw the curry my partner ordered, I couldn’t resist—I ended up eating half of it! It was absolutely divine, the best-seasoned curry I’ve ever tasted. The chef was an incredible person: smiling, passionate, and genuinely welcoming. He told us he’d cook anything we wanted, not just what’s on the menu—which is such a rare and generous gesture. His positive energy made the whole experience unforgettable. We’ll definitely be coming back!
❤️ Karolina

Duck & Tipple

Fantastic little boozer hidden in an alleyway on the high street of Basingstoke, great beer selection and friendly, enthusiastic staff. Sadly even with just a few groups of people and nothing to absorb the noise my friend and I had to shout in each others ear to hear each other, eventually we had to leave because we were giving eachother headaches. Another pub had 10x the people and live music and it wasn't as loud! Put some carpet down and this is easily the best place in Basingstoke.

The Riverdene

Very nice pub, food is brilliant. tasty and big portions, my children absolutely love it.
Staff is very friendly and positive.
Definitely can recommend.

Cafe in the Park - Beggarwood

We had a stop there with our coach on our way to Bombay Sapphire. Very friendly people. Nice food at an affordable price. We were glad to support the local community.

Chi Street Food

Had a wonderful dining experience at Chi yesterday. The ambience was fantastic, and the staff were incredibly welcoming. The waiting time was very reasonable. Every dish was delicious, with well-balanced flavours throughout. I would highly recommend everyone to give it a try.

The Greyhound

Nice pub. Traditional decor, good Ale and tap selection. Out door play park for the little ones. Dog friendly. Didn't have food except for the burger and chips. These were catered for as I was attending a birthday party, so I can't comment on the usall menu.

The staff were very attentive and accomated any requirements we had.

Very happy with this pub and wouldn't hesitate going back there if I was back in the area

The King Of Wessex

Lovely friendly pub, great offers on cocktails 2for1 between 5&8 everyday. Lovely seating area, outside TV for sports. Family friendly & also dog friendly

Chineham Indian Cuisine

Absolutely loved the food here - from the curries to the rice and naan bread. Everything was so delicious and it truly felt like it was home-made and very authentic. I want to go back again already and can’t recommend enough!

The Royal Oak

Stunning celebration meal. Thankyou so much to the two lovely ladies that gave us 5 star service and also cooked us the most delicious Nepalese food. We enjoyed the momo so much that there was not a chance for me to take a picture. Everything was fantastic and locals were friendly. We can't wait to come back!

Station Kebabs

I got hooked up on the cheese burger. I cannot stop eating it. It is so damn tasty. Definitely going to recommend anyone looking to have a absolutely delicious Cheese burger. I had the 1/2 pounder which is two patties and if you having the 1/4 pounder you will be missing big time.

Golden Lion

My closest pub and I'm so glad. I feel comfortable coming into this pub on my own or just with my dog. Staff are always friendly and kind. Lovely vibe over Christmas too. Very welcoming and very dog friendly.

Hartley's Kitchen

Just wanted to say thank you for the working/networking lunch on the 15th Oct, it went down a storm and apparently the fruit cake was phenomenal ?. Portion sizing is generous with a good selection of foods on offer and all special dietary requirements were catered for.
Your customer service and flexible attitude when making bookings is brilliant and you are always a pleasure to work with as a team.

Youngs Fish Bar, Basingstoke (No Delivery Currently)

We bought fish and chips. The serive was good although it is cash only. The food was nice but the batter on the fish was slightly odd possibly from the batter no being thoroughly mixed before being us to batter the fish. The sauce portion tasted nice as were the chips

Smiley's Kebab

Awesome! I have driven past quite a few times on the way from Yeovil to my olds in High Wycombe and wish I had decided to give them a whirl long before now! Grabbed a large doner kebab on the way to my olds on Sunday and it fed us all! It was so tasty I decided to pick another one up, plus a large mixed too to take back to Yeovil! Staff are sound as a pound and even gave me a can of drink - Life saver on the yourney back! The mixed kebab is even better! A big queue tonight, but they were on it and a queue says it all! 1000% be seeing you next time I visit the olds and reckon they will be getting a large mixed to share then! <3 <3 <3 :)

Pizza Hut Delivery

This Pizza Hut is without doubt the best I have ever been to. We have moved from the area and used to order in Reading. This Hut has never got an order wrong and always really high quality food. Service always pleasant. Just wanted that noted against this place as I am very impressed.

Chef Snack Bar

Got a double cheeseburger with bacon here this morning, was fresh, very tasty and priced well.
The owner was a local man, great conversation and interaction with friendly customer service.

Oakridge Fish & Chips & Chinese Takeaway

Absolutely lovely food . Would recommend.
Also delivery driver Alan contacted to say food was on its way and apologised for ut being slightly late . Atm food was only 2 mins late . Impressed . Thanks Alan.

Mr Munch

My mum went in today for a bite ro eat. She had scrambled egg on toast. She loved it as a. It was well cooked with no 'runny bits' & b. The presentation was great she said. So thanks for making my mums trip into town a good one ??

Costa Coffee

Love this drive thru, always polite staff! Particularly Jack, always a delight to see it's him at the window! He's so lovely and deserves the recognition. Will continue coming here simply because of Jack and the team, even though other Costas are closer. ?? Prayusha is also always an absolute delight to see! She's so friendly, so smiley and makes us feel very welcomed ?

Caffè Nero

Lovely little coffee shop tucked away upstairs in Waterstones.
Service was great despite being very busy and the hot chocolate was delicious.
Ended up not having anything to eat as the selection was poor but given how busy they were, they may have sold out of things already.
It is very small so seating is limited, we were lucky that someone left as we came in.

Pret A Manger

No gluten free sandwiches, tables and chairs were filthy, bought in some gluten free sandwiches I bought in mark's and Spencers, disgusting that you didn't do gluten free sandwiches

Woos Takeaway

Great food from these folks!Service is always tip top. Small business but wonderful serviceHighly recommend to visit and one of the best.Only down side is they don’t deliverDietary restrictions: Varied menu but allergens clearly markedParking: May have to wait for a space as area is popular.Kid-friendliness: Kid friendly and safe spaceWheelchair accessibility: Single width door with small threshold

Oriental Wok

Excellent delivery from uber eats, first time in doing this and found this great restaurant !!! The food was pipping hot and extremely delicious... had the set meal for one and would highly recommend it? 5 stars ? definitely

Greggs

It isn't gourmet food, but that's not why you go to Greggs ?‍♂️

Coffee is fine, reasonably priced, and on the occasion I want baked beans in a puff pastry pocket I'm never disappointed ?

The Angel - JD Wetherspoon

Not a bad pub but gets busy at night, can be difficult to get served. But like every Wetherspoons it's cheap and lively. Food is on par with every other Wetherspoons