The Best Restaurant in Hampshire
Where to eat in Hampshire
What is the Glasshouse Restaurant?
At the heart of Oakley Hall Hotel is the Glasshouse Restaurant – an award-winning and modern yet laid back restaurant that takes pride in serving some of Hampshire’s most delicious and wholesome cuisine. Serving seasonally inspired dishes, sumptuous Afternoon Teas and traditional Sunday Roasts with all the trimmings, the Glasshouse Restaurant is the perfect setting for your family get together, catch-up with friends or as a meeting spot for you and your colleagues. Taking its name from the original glasshouse built in 1850 by Edward Milner, the Glasshouse Restaurant offers guests the experience to dine in rich history and indulge in a delightful selection of dishes whilst taking in the most beautiful views of the Hampshire countryside. And what’s more, your canine-companions are welcome to join you for your dining experience!
What do people say about the Glasshouse Restaurant?
“We had an enjoyable Sunday lunch breaking our journey home from a break in the New Forest. The service and the food were both top class and the menu had a good selection of dishes. The well maintained grounds and historic building matched both the food and service, making this venue a great place to visit and we would certainly return.” – Robert H
“Had afternoon tea here to celebrate a birthday. I cannot fault the service or food. Would highly recommend this place for a lovely afternoon tea and the estate itself is stunning!” – Chloe C
“Always the perfect place for afternoon tea on a nice sunny day. Friendly staff, great service, wonderful food. I’ve also visited to try the Sunday roast, it's amazing. Definitely my favourite restaurant in the Basingstoke & Deane area.” – Hayman Y
What does the Glasshouse Restaurant offer?
The Glasshouse Restaurant is one of the best Hampshire restaurants, serving a wide variety of menus and dishes for you to try during your visit, including sumptuous Afternoon Teas, hearty Sunday Roasts and seasonally inspired lunch and evening menus. No matter the occasion or who will be joining you, our restaurant in Hampshire has the best ambiance and delicious flavours for all to try!
Using fresh local produce
The team at the Glasshouse Restaurant take pride in sourcing many ingredients from local suppliers who are located in & around Hampshire. Proudly working with Hampshire Fare, we work with nearby farms, dairies, fish mongers and greengrocers to create mouth-watering dishes for you to indulge in. From grass fed lamb and freshly caught fish to flavourful fruits & vegetables, our guests get to treat their senses to the beautiful tastes & textures that Hampshire ingredients have to offer. This is one reason why we are one of the top restaurants in Hampshire.
Different menus for the day
Depending on the day you choose to join us in the Glasshouse Restaurant, there will be a number of different menus that you can dine from. On Thursdays to Sundays, from 12pm to 5pm, you can indulge in a delicate Traditional or Champagne Afternoon Tea, and even Children’s Afternoon Teas for the little ones! If you’d like to tuck into a mouth-watering traditional Sunday Roast with your family or friends, then our Sunday Roast Menu (served from 12pm – 9pm every Sunday) is the choice for you! For everyday dining during the week and on Saturdays, our Lunch Menu and Evening Menu features a delicious selection of dishes which range from British classics to seasonal favourites.
Dining Experiences
When you join us at the Glasshouse Restaurant, your experience won’t be one to forget anytime soon. Our exciting range of dining experiences provides you with the choice and opportunity to enjoy your favourite flavours or perhaps try something new!
Afternoon Tea
Afternoon Teas in the Glasshouse Restaurant make for the most magical & memorable experience for you, your friends and your family. Unlike any other dining experience, Afternoon Tea offers you the chance to try an exciting selection of delicate flavours whilst indulging in the quintessential classics such as scones with clotted cream & jam and finger sandwiches! Our Afternoon Teas are served with either potted tea, coffee or a soft drink. If you’re celebrating a special occasion or looking to add a touch of luxury to your Afternoon Tea, you can book a Champagne Afternoon Tea which includes a glass of bubbling Champagne! Little ones are also welcome to join you for your Afternoon Tea experience and can dine from their own mini Afternoon Tea stands. And for those who would like to enjoy their Afternoon Teas with their pups by their sides, the Glasshouse Restaurant offers a dog-friendly area for you to dine in!
Afternoon Teas are served Thursdays – Sundays from 12pm – 5pm. Tables can be booked online via our website or by calling our friendly team on 01256 783350.
Sunday Roast
Sunday Roasts are a timeless way for families and friends to get together whilst indulging in a plate of heart-warming food. The Glasshouse Restaurant offers a sumptuous selection of Sunday Roasts that include all of the trimmings: fluffy Yorkshire puddings, crispy roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables and rich gravy. Whilst working closely with local farmers, our team will ensure that you will be served the best Sunday Roast in Hampshire. If you fancy something different on the day then our menu also provides you with the option to choose from other British classics such as fish & chips or the Oakley Hall burger.
During your dining experience, your pups are welcome to join you in the Glasshouse Restaurant. You can even order a little treat for them from our Canine Menu! And why not explore our gardens & grounds with your pups and/or the little ones after your meal?
Sunday Roasts are served every Sunday from 12pm – 9pm. Tables can be booked online via our website or by calling our friendly team on 01256 783350.
Dinner
The Glasshouse Restaurant is the ideal setting for an intimate meal with your someone special, a celebratory get together with the whole family or for a catch-up with friends. Choose from one of many mouthwatering dishes designed by our award-winning team that will leave you wanting more and more. Our restaurant welcomes a new menu each season, showcasing out-of-this-world Hampshire produce. For example, this December we have seen estate grown pumpkin soup served with toasted pumpkin seeds and rich lamb rump served with grilled squash and figs. In comparison, this Summer we saw monkfish cheeks served with a Summer vegetable fricassee and Isle of Wight tomatoes served with a basil granola.
Our Evening Menu is served in the Glasshouse Restaurant Monday – Saturday from 6pm – 9pm. Tables can be booked online via our website or by calling our friendly team on 01256 783350.
Festive Dining
Throughout December, we welcome a tantalising selection of festive themed dishes to the Glasshouse Restaurant. From a traditional turkey main course paired with all the trimmings to cranberry scones and mini mince pies served as part of our Festive Afternoon Teas, there’s a festive treat for all during December! But again if you aren’t in the festive mood or would simply like to try something else, our menus will also include hearty classics that just focus on the flavours that the Winter season brings.
Our Festive Afternoon Teas and Festive Dining Menus are served throughout December. Tables can be booked online via our website or by calling our friendly team on 01256 783350.
Join the Glasshouse Dining Club
The Glasshouse Dining Club is the members club of the Glasshouse Restaurant that is completely free to join. On signing up, members will receive a Glasshouse Dining Club card which can be used throughout the year as many times are members wish to receive 10% off food. Members will also receive regular newsletters from the Glasshouse Restaurant which will update them on any offers, new menus or news from around the property.