The Drift - Menu

Lyndhurst Beaulieu Road, Lyndhurst SO43 7FZ, United Kingdom

🛍 Wine, British, Healthy, Breakfast

3.4 💬 493 Reviews
The Drift

Phone: +442380292342

Address: Lyndhurst Beaulieu Road, Lyndhurst SO43 7FZ, United Kingdom

City: Lyndhurst

Dishes: 35

Reviews: 493

Website: https://thedrift.newforesthotels.co.uk/

"Food was bang average, I would 've expected a higher quality from the prices they are asking. Service was a let down, firstly asked if the squid was cooked fresh in house- to which we were told yes of course. The squid turned up and was clearly a frozen wholesale style dish, not freshly prepared at all. We also ordered some nibbles, to turn up before the food to have with our drinks (bar nuts, olives, etc. , these ended up coming out with our main courses, even though these items were stated on the menu under 'While You Wait '. The mains came out and were good, but felt like poorly executed spin offs of other local establishments menu picks. Overall I 'd give this pub a 5/10, if you 're desperate take a gamble, you might find a better experience than we did. But there are many great New Forest dining options out there, this unfortunately isn 't one of them."

User User

good pub food in an old world pub. very friendly and efficient staff and generous portions. we will visit them again.

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BenA
BenA

Poor service. Disinterested staff. Very slow to clear plates after each course. Gave up waiting to take pudding order.


DanielleC
DanielleC

Lovely place, service was quite slow and there were issues with the internet which meant paying the bill was difficult and a lot of waiting but overall it was a lovely afternoon


GaryM
GaryM

If you want an atmospheric and leisurely lunch where you can go with your dog, this is the perfect dining venue. Very welcoming and friendly staff, especially Dylan and Charlie. Food was great, but don’t expect fast food. Overall a very enjoyable experience in a convivial setting.


AnnB
AnnB

This was disappointing. When we arrived we could not change the booking from 6 to 8. We were told that the rest of the empty restaurant was booked and we could not be seated together. We eventually managed to organise two tables. The service was very lax and the food came in different timings. Service was slow and haphazard. I would not visit again. The restaurant was still empty two hours later.


User
User

We came for a family pre- Christmas meal and brought our dog along. The food was tasty and the service was excellent. Everyone was friendly and helpful from the start. When one of our party became unexpectedly ill-nothing whatsoever to do with the food and drink I might add-the staff went into overdrive. The standard of care shown by the duty manager and the whole team was outstanding. I cannot thank or praise them enough. A five star service all round.


MollyC
MollyC

We were sat at the table for 30 minutes before having to go and get the waiter who stated he had forgotten about us. The food then came which was nice although the Thai curry wasn’t the most full of flavour. We then waited a long time after we had finished and weren’t asked if we wanted pudding, which we did but waited so long we had to leave. I also did not get the pudding that comes with the kids meal. It is also VERY expensive. £27 for a curry and a pint!


Sarah
Sarah

We were the first lunch guests to arrive at 12pm. They hadn’t finished clearing breakfast service. The restaurant was a mess, cutlery was on the floor tables not set up we were told to wait 10 mins past our booking time (with a hungry 1yr old) so they could finish getting ready. They forgot our drinks order (we were the only table eating so they weren’t busy) and the food was average to poor. I wouldn’t recommend travelling here when there are hundreds of better pubs and restaurants to choose from.


Milly
Milly

We arrived for lunch and restaurant didn’t seem very busy. The food took approx 45 minutes to arrive which seemed odd given the lack of other diners. The food was good when it arrived. We ordered additional drinks which didn’t arrive but were added to the bill. Everyone seemed surprised they hadn’t arrived but the service staff weren’t checking on diners regularly as far as I could tell. The bill was paid before extra drinks were noticed so we requested a refund. What happened next was bizarre in the modern era! A paper form had to be completed and sent to head office for approval and then money would get credited to card in approx 10 days. No card refund available on the spot or cash refund...


User
User

Food was bang average, I would 've expected a higher quality from the prices they are asking. Service was a let down, firstly asked if the squid was cooked fresh in house- to which we were told yes of course. The squid turned up and was clearly a frozen wholesale style dish, not freshly prepared at all. We also ordered some nibbles, to turn up before the food to have with our drinks (bar nuts, olives, etc. , these ended up coming out with our main courses, even though these items were stated on the menu under 'While You Wait '. The mains came out and were good, but felt like poorly executed spin offs of other local establishments menu picks. Overall I 'd give this pub a 5/10, if you 're desp...

Categories

  • Wine A curated selection of fine wines from around the world, offering rich reds, crisp whites, and elegant rosés to pair perfectly with your meal. Savor each bottle's unique aroma, flavor, and complexity.
  • British Traditional and hearty, the British menu offers comfort classics like fish and chips, succulent roasts, and savory pies. Rediscover familiar favorites, lovingly crafted with timeless recipes and fresh, local ingredients.
  • Healthy Wholesome and nourishing dishes made with fresh, organic ingredients, perfect for those looking to enjoy balanced meals. Relish our guilt-free options packed with flavor and vital nutrients.
  • Breakfast Start your day with our delicious breakfast options, featuring everything from classic eggs and pancakes to healthy smoothies and yogurt. Perfect for a hearty meal or a light morning bite!

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  • Wine

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"I've known this pub/restaurant for your years, and the downfall of this establishment is nothing to do with COVID, its the management!! During and since COVID there's been a strong emphasis on booking, so I telephoned beforehand just to make sure for a midweek lunch... Yes highly recommend to book they said! Me thinking it was going to be busy. Turned up at the door and as intructed waitied to be seated. Hung around for about minutes, no one around, no one at the bar, no waitress on the floor, no manager, no customers to be precise! Finally a young girl appeared from the kitchen and sat us down. Food and drinks arrived OK and fairly quickly, but then other customers tuned up, hung around to be seated and again no staff to be seen. As we were seated by the door, we spoke and suggested to these customers to move on down the raad to the Bold Forester where the service and attention is much better. We must have turned away about people during the course of our lunch and the staff hadn't even noticed and had no idea! There was only the chef, one waiter and a manager on shift, and we were the only customers, so where and what the hell these staff were doing, God only knows? In its heyday, this place hinged upon its managers who'd pack this pub with walkers, cyclists and those wanting a lunch. This place is owned by Forest Inns and my message to the MD, Gary Baldwin, is buck up! and let the Lydhurst Park Hotel be a memorial and reminder, of what happens when you let complaincy take over and let things slip."