I don't go out in Basingstoke much, but the one time I do I head to The Bakers Arms to watch the…read morerugby. Had a few pints then went to use the toilet, no toilet roll in any of the cubicles and a wet dirty floor. Reported this to the staff and 40 minutes later when I used the toilet again the toilets were in exactly the same state! I don't expect to pay these prices for a pint and have no toilet roll!!

My first British pub experienced turned out to be great! We were walking around looking for a pub…read moreto have dinner and an ale and we heard the loud commotion coming from Bakers Arms. England was in a World Cup consolation match against Costa Rica. Not a huge crowd but it seemed to have more energy and people than a pub right next door. Ordering was a bit tough initially to figure out... but I went up to the bar and ordered both food and our drinks. It was a bit loud with the game on that it made it hard to hear what the bartender was asking me. That said, we both had fish and chips and I had an India Pale Ale that is made in-house. Everything was excellent! My favorite part was when Goose, one of the bartenders, came to our table to ask how the food was and we got into a great conversation about British ales. Who knows... we might go back again tonight when he opens up a keg of Abbott's Ale...

Absolutely the best restaurant in the area. The staff was…read moresuper welcoming snd the food and presentation were amazing. My husband ordered the venison. He said it was the best he has ever had anywhere. We were fortunate to have the owner assist us as our server. What a gem of a man. His adorable dog (Starr?) was a joy to watch while sipping our lovely wine. I highly recommend going to The Gamekeeper!!

Great pub ambiance and super nice staff. Menu was way beyond standard pub fare. Many interesting…read moreoptions. Well worth a visit.

Tucked away in Cliddesden, you'll forget that you're a stone's throw from the M3 and Basingstoke…read more The Jolly Farmer is a decent independent pub that's been given a lick of paint and a modern-looking sign on the outside, but remains local and cosy on the inside. The pub's split into two sections, although only the right-hand section was open when we visited. Inside there's a small bar, a good spattering of seats and a little fireplace. The bar had four guest beers on the blackboard, suggesting a changing variety over the weeks. The menu was well laid-out, with dishes separated by price rather than category. The food was well presented and tasty. I had the burger (juicy and delicious) which came with a mountain of fries. No complaints at all really. Cosy pub, good beer, friendly service, decent value, tasty grub.

What a lovely little pub! Gives you the feeling you're out in the country but it's just a short…read morewalk/drive from Basingstoke. Tasty food and a good range. Nice selection of ales at really reasonable prices and a lovely beer garden to boot! if you're in the area, it's perfect for a sunny Sunday afternoon! c*

Decent small pub with an okay selection of beer, conveniently located near the rail station and an…read moreexcellent kebab van. Often have football on, which makes it loud-ish.

Is this the best Basingstoke can do ? I am sorry but the place does not seem to know if its a pub…read moreor a restaurant . Yes it does do real ale and what I tasted was decent but frankly its a must try harder . Guess they would if there was any competition .

This is possibly the best pub in the world, a traditional old fashioned contry pub that sells the…read moremost amazing Sunday lunch you will ever taste. The White Hart serves a selection of real ales including the magnificent Alton pride, they also sell English contry wines and decent cider too. This pub has won camra awards for pub of the year and once you go you'll know why. If it's loud music, gassy lager and fruit machines you want then look elsewhere but if you want real food real beer and real log fires in a proper countryside location then seek it out and enjoy.

We were a party of ten, and we booked at short notice for a Saturday evening…read more The food was excellent. I started with pollock goujons. Juicy fish with a light crunchy batter. For mains I had shoulder of lamb with roasted cauliflower and potatoes, and it was well cooked and tasty. I finished with a local baked cheese and bread which I shared with my wife. A glass of port to finish. There were a few cask ales to choose from too, and in top condition. Service was excellent, and certainly with a smile.

The walk to the pub was much better than the food. I ordered the most expensive item on the menu,…read morean 8oz. Steak that was mediocre at best. I had to keep adding steak sauce to give it a little flavor. I might be a little picky coming from ranch territory in California. Oh well, like I said, the walk was beautiful.

This Pub is a jewel. High quality local meat and produce cooked extremely well. The Tunworth cheese…read moreplatter is a must and a great dish to share. Pheasant, venison or duck; it doesn't matter they are all very good. Great beer selection with occasional surprises from Peter. I saved the best for last, desserts are Fran's little creations; beautiful to look at but even better to enjoy. Fran and Peter are two of the nicest people you may ever meet, they care about their customers and it shows with the food, drink and atmosphere. That's why every time I come to Basingstoke (from San Diego, CA) I stop in to see Fran and Peter.

new peeps in the Fur & Feathers and they have done a great job on the refurb!…read more Local ale from with 20 mile radius, good local food cooked really well, not the cheapest but the best we have found, really consistent, does get very busy during peak times so best to book. suggest mid week for most comfortable time and Saturday lunch seems quiet, busy the rest of the time!

This isn't a typical "Wetherspoons", it's a spin off Lloyd's chain. The vibe is more like a bar,…read morewith loud music and plenty if table space to sit and have drinks. It's got all the positives of the wetherspoons brand - good price, a wide range of drinks and helpful staff - and all the downsides (sticky tables!). Perfectly adequate 'spoons.