RestaurantsHampshireBeaulieuSO42
Beaulieu, SO42 7ZL

survey result

Summary

£120
£££££
3
Good
3
Good
3
Good
* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

“A traditional, historic country inn that preserves its atmosphere and class” – the old-school dining room of this Arts & Crafts hotel in the New Forest inspired only limited feedback this year, but such as we had on its contemporary, ingredient-led menu was upbeat. Top Menu Tip – “especially liked the scallops starter with two large juicy scallops and a brown shrimp butter sauce, capers and samphire”.

Summary

£118
£££££
3
Good
3
Good
3
Good
* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

The extensive House Menu can be enjoyed wherever you feel most comfortable. Whether that’s with the family in tow at our country pub, Monty’s, alfresco in our English country garden or in our smart wood-panelled dining room, The Terrace.

Summary

£92
 ££££
3
Good
3
Good
3
Good
* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

“Exquisite food is served by charming and attentive staff in an atmospheric Arts & Crafts building” at this popular New Forest hotel, consistently well rated for its focus on local produce in its 3 course or 6-course menus.

Summary

£92
 ££££
3
Good
3
Good
2
Average
* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

Feedback remains positive, if limited, regarding this Arts & Crafts hotel, where chef Matthew Whitfield presides over a four-course menu (and seven-course tasting option).

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Owner's description

At the heart of one of the New Forest's most beautiful and historic villages lies the award-winning Terrace Restaurant at The Montagu Arms Hotel. The Terrace Restaurant uses the best of the New Forest and the hotel's own produce to create dishes that take local provenance really seriously.  

Our extensive House Menu can be enjoyed wherever you feel most comfortable. Whether that’s with the family in tow at our country pub, Monty’s, alfresco in our English country garden or in our smart wood-panelled dining room, The Terrace.

 Our House Menu showcases the very best of British dining and infuses it with handpicked produce provided by the forest. Dishes are inspired by the seasons, but you'll always find plenty of local favourites like cured Chalk Stream trout, Aurox Meats, South Coast fish and Hardy’s Cheese

Prices

Traditional European menu

Starter Main Veggies Pudding
£8.00 £17.00 £5.00 £8.00
Drinks  
Wine per bottle £29.00
Filter Coffee £5.00
Extras  
Bread £5.00
Service 12.00%

Restaurant details

Yes
Portions
Yes
10, 32
No dress code
50
8

Private dining

PRIVATE DINING & BANQUETING

Steeped in 17th century history our three luxurious private dining rooms offer distinctive charm and elegance. Outstanding banqueting options and unrivalled service makes private dining at The Montagu Arms an exceptional dining experience.

Sample the delights of delicious gourmet cuisine to capture a delectable and exciting range of flavours, textures and aromas to excite your taste buds.

From conferences, Christmas parties to lavish weddings, our country house hotel offers undisputed sophistication and mouth watering dining to ensure your social events and meetings are a great success.

The Montagu Arms Hotel also offers the perfect intimate setting for a funeral wake. At this difficult time, we are on hand to offer our support and ensure that the  reception runs exactly as you and your family want. We are able to work around your specific needs, often at short notice and of course will always take into account the requirements of those travelling and any other arrangements that need to be considered on the day.

 We are happy to cater for special dietary requirements and our staff are pleased to answer any queries that you may have.

 Planning a private dining event? We would be delighted to discuss your private dining room, choice of menu and offer any advice where needed. Please contact Clara Earp, Conference and Events Co-ordinator on 01590 614981 or enquire online.

The Terrace, Montagu Arms Hotel Restaurant Diner Reviews

Reviews of The Terrace, Montagu Arms Hotel Restaurant in SO42, Beaulieu by users of Hardens.com. Also see the editors review of The Terrace, Montagu Arms Hotel restaurant.
Simon E
A traditional, historic, country inn that p...
Reviewed 11 months, 14 days ago

"A traditional, historic, country inn that preserves its atmosphere and class. I especially liked the scallops starter with 2 large juicy scallops with a brown shrimp butter sauce, capers and samphire. Very good wine list too. "

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Beaulieu, SO42 7ZL
Opening hours
MondayCLOSED
TuesdayCLOSED
Wednesday6:30 pm‑8:30 pm
Thursday6:30 pm‑8:30 pm
Friday6:30 pm‑8:30 pm
Saturday6:30 pm‑8:30 pm
Sunday12 pm‑2:30 pm, 6:30 pm‑8:30 pm

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