The Chairmakers

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  Michele Bartlett

  ·1 month ago

  “Wr went for The Specials Menu on Friday teatime. We had a friendly welcome by the Bar staff and the young lady that served us Fish and Chips in the restaurant. We sat outside for an hour first as it was warm. Lovely views and a relaxed atmosphere 😎”

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  Michala Walmsley

  ·3 months ago

  “Just had a lovely meal here....didn't book but were shown to a table straight away. Ordered our mains and drinks and they were with us very quickly. Nicely presented food and lovely staff. Big shout out for Ingrid who served us....lovely girl, chatty and welcoming and makes a great pina colada”

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  Nicola Sinden

  ·3 months ago

  “A delightful evening spent with friends at The Chairmakers. Quite possibly one of the best fish and chips suppers we've had for some time. Many thanks to the landlord for squeezing our food order in at the last moment...much appreciated! A chilled summer's eve... absolutely perfect.”

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  Steve Bunnage

  ·5 months ago

  “Went there for my birthday treat. It's a lovely place with plenty of room. Food was excellent, good portions and well presented. Staff were lovely, if a tad disorganised - different staff came to ask about drinks, next course, everything ok. But better than insufficient attention! I would recommend them, first rate.”

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  10camelot 10camelot

  ·6 months ago

  “Had a lovely lunch here today. Friendly staff and tasty food as usual. Opted for the burger for myself, and a side of coleslaw- very nice. Daughter loves a fish finger sandwich so the fish goujon panini went down a treat. Dog friendly for us is always a must, and this place is. Will be back (again)!”

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  John-Paul Roberts

  ·8 months ago

  “A wonderful lunch in a proper country pub is one of life’s simplest pleasures, and this place delivered exactly that. The lunch itself was excellent. Classic British dishes done properly, with generous portions and real care in the cooking. Service was friendly and easy going, making the whole experience feel even more enjoyable. Finished off with a lovely pudding and a drink, it was exactly what a country pub lunch should be.”

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  Mark Deadman

  ·11 months ago

  “Came here for a birthday celebration meal, and was very impressed. Staff were professional and friendly, and there was a pleasant buzz of activity around the place. Homely and comfortable looking interiors. The carvery was a selection of simple dishes but very well executed. Veg was just right and the roast potatoes were clearly freshly made. Dig right down to the bottom of the dish for those extra crispy bits. Special mention to the chef for ensuring that some swede mash came to our table when there was none available at the carvery counter. Speaking as a customer little touches like that make a big difference. This place proves how a few simple ingredients put together with skill can become more than the sum of their parts. This one will certainly be going on my list for a return visit.”

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  The_Hampshire_Hungryman

  ·1 year ago

  “Comfy chairs. Decided to go out for some dinner and ended up here at the Chair Makers. The menu seemed to have a something for everyone and I must say the food did not disappoint. We waited for about 25 minutes but it was well worth it. We were sat in a nice quiet corner until it started to fill up, however the tables are well spaced so we could still converse without the need to shout. The pork belly was awesome with lovely crackling and super tender. The pasta was a bit rich for my daughter but she still finishes her plate. Lovely food just sat waiting for pudding. So far so good.”

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  James

  ·1 year ago

  “An absolutely wonderful carvery! Crispy, sizzling crackling on pork, and succulent, tender roast beef. The vegetables were freshly prepared brightly coloured and superb taste. The flavour was awesome. The dessert menu was very good but the quality was a little under par in terms of taste in my view; the crumble had a great texture but should have been much sweeter, both with the fruit and the the crumble. Service and presentation were excellent !”

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  Bee Bee (sewlittlebee)

  ·1 year ago

  “Chairmakers Arms – Sunday Roast Review We hadn’t been to the Chairmakers Arms in at least 20 years, but after a recent recommendation from someone who’d visited, I booked a table for 12—and we were genuinely impressed. Every single person loved their food. The Sunday roast was excellent: golden, crispy roast potatoes with fluffy centres, tender beef, and vegetables cooked to perfection. The swede was a standout, and the rich, flavourful gravy brought it all together beautifully. Everything was served hot, the carvery area was spotless, and the pub itself was clean and welcoming. It was busy, with a friendly buzz—noisy, yes, but in a way that felt lively rather than overwhelming. The atmosphere suited a family meal perfectly. I also tried the sticky toffee pudding. It was okay—not homemade, I don’t think—and came drizzled with a caramel sauce it didn’t really need. Not a bad finish, but not the highlight. One child in our group chose the breaded chicken burger and chips. The meat looked moist and generous, and the chips were golden and crispy—no complaints there either. After two decades away, it was a brilliant return—and we won’t be leaving it so long next time.”

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