Recommendations
For the foodie lovers...
Inn the Park - An independent, multi-layered space set in a beautiful historic mill, overlooking Abbey Gardens in Winchester. Over two floors you will find a fun and colourful restaurant serving delicious menus that are big on seasonality and provenance, not forgetting the brilliant upstairs bar for cocktails & fizz.
Vegan options available. 01962 678100
Chesil Rectory - A unique and historic restaurant located in Winchester, occupying a 600 year old grade II listed medieval house of exceptional character and charm. Independently owned since 2008 by a small group of friends who share a passion for food and wine, the Chesil Rectory offers a modern twist on fine dining. There’s a strong focus on classic, seasonal dishes and the menus feature an abundance of local Hampshire produce. Cosy combines with chic in this charming little restaurant, and as for the food, expect knock out flavours & top quality cooking every time at this well established Winchester gem.
Vegan options. 01962 851555
https://www.chesilrectory.co.uk/
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Rimjhim - Indian restaurant recently named best in Hampshire.
Vegan friendly. 01962 868352
Kyoto Kitchen - Small Japanese restaurant specializing in sushi. Featured in the Michelin guide.
Vegan friendly. 01962 890895
https://www.kyotokitchen.co.uk/
Rick Stein - Celebrity Chef owned restaurant where the fish is fresh and exhilarating and the atmosphere alive and full of fun.
Not Vegan friendly. 01962 587348
https://www.rickstein.com/restaurants/rick-stein-winchester/
For drinks
Incognito
https://incognitobars.co.uk/winchester/
Autumn House - Overlooking the Winchester Cathedral is a perfect location to enjoy some lovely wines.
Black Bottle - Winchester's only self service wine bar!
https://www.theblackbottle.co.uk/
Best Pubs:
The Black Boy - Uniquely decorated local pub, offering pizzas on Tuesday's and Thursday's.
https://www.theblackboypub.com/
Mucky Duck - Small pub, good for watching sporting events, with small garden.
https://the.littlepubgroup.co.uk/the-mucky-duck
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The Old Vine - Pub set in 18th Century Inn.
https://www.oldvinewinchester.com/
The Wykeham Arms - Is a unique 18th-century inn situated between the Cathedral and the College, tucked away in the quietest corner of the city.
https://www.wykehamarmswinchester.co.uk/
Best for Craft Beer
Overdraft - Next door to Greens Bar, serves Mexican street food with DJ's Friday nights (check).