The Old Farmhouse And Tea Rooms

The Cross, New Forest, United Kingdom, BH24 4BY

🛍 Tea, Cafés, Coffee, Cheese

4.1 💬 1250 Reviews
The Old Farmhouse And Tea Rooms

Phone: +441425402218

Address: The Cross, New Forest, United Kingdom, BH24 4BY

City: New Forest

Menu Dishes: 4

Reviews: 1250

Website: http://www.theoldfarmhouseburley.co.uk/

"... a pity about the service. The restaurant wasn 't overly busy. Plenty of available tables. We chose to sit outside and after checking we were told it was table service. Eventually someone came out after a 15-20 minute wait and took our order. Turns out there was a couple behind us who 'd been waiting for 30 minutes... When the food came we were asked if we wanted cutlery. Said no but suggested having our drinks would be nice.... ' What did you order? ' Drinks brought to us.... no sugars offered. Eating panini 's? No napkins. Think there were only 2 staff working and all seemed very chaotic. When asking for the bill, the waitress said she was going to get the card machine and we never saw her again. At the risk of running out of parking, we ended up going inside to pay rather than wait. We don 't mind doing that. What we mind is being told they 'll come to us and then not appearing. Although the food tasted nice, a lack of good customer service unfortunately overrules and therefore it 's questionable whether we 'd go back."

Full menu - 4 options

All prices are estimates on menu.

Indian

Seafood

Main Courses

Bread

Kevin Kevin

Called in for lunch,after a walk in the forest.ordered 2 sandwiches tea latte food very fresh bonus of salad garnish crisps good value for the money. Very friendly staff who made a fuss of our dog.

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Nick
Nick

Set in a lovely part of the village, with ponies roaming free outside it was such a find when we arrived. The staff were so welcoming, the food was great and service fast. Lovely place and we recommend.


hilary
hilary

We were visiting Bournemouth from Saturday 23rd March-Monday 25th March 2024 and this was the first place we stopped after our long drive from North London! I had the leek and cheese lasagna,it was delicious!


Alz4271
Alz4271

Stopped here for breakfast, my husband said it was one of the best full English ones he has ever had ! No grease just tastey well cooked food. The service was quick and efficient and they were very busy by the time we left. View menu


Nick
Nick

We have frequently visited this charming cafe over the past few months. The food is always delicious and the service is friendly. The prices are reasonable for the quality of the food. We wish there were more cafes like this one.


victoriar428
victoriar428

We enjoy coming to this wonderful tearoom! We travel from Northampton to the New Forest and this is always our top choice for breakfast. They have a great selection and their cooked breakfast is delicious. The staff is always friendly and attentive. I highly recommend it!


313kerryp
313kerryp

As previous reviews from others, it's correct. Can't fault the food....when it eventually came, but service is very poor. Girl who took order looked like a deer in headlights, didn't seem to understand what was being said. 3 plates came out, had to send one back as incorrect changes hadn't been noted. My lunch didn't arrive at all, she hadn't written it down which is crazy as I said to her 4 meals and 4 drinks which she agreed to View menu


Lesley
Lesley

It seems like this restaurant has new owners. The service was awful - three young employees who had no concept of good service. We ordered three cream teas, but only received one scone which tasted like frozen doughy bread. The price was £7.65 for one scone, a branded tub of cream, a small pot of jam, and a drink. We were very disappointed, especially since we used to frequent this place often as locals. My only suggestion is to look for another restaurant unless the service and food quality improve. Despite this, the restaurant will likely stay busy due to its location.


Inspiration769359
Inspiration769359

My visit was very disappointing, I agree with Richard 's recent review. This tea shop is using the reputation of Burley to get its customers through the door, but is letting itself down. Just ordered tea and cake in the afternoon. I had to ask the waitress to stop putting her fingers inside the cups and get her to wash them again, they were stained despite going through the dishwasher. Staff uniform needs to be smartened up too. Cake was mediocre and synthetic, probably not homemade . Toilets were dirty and looked as though the floor hadn 't been swept properly in quite a long time. It looks quaint from the outside, but is shabby inside. It is using poor quality crockery and tableware, and i...


l0nd0nr0adrunner
l0nd0nr0adrunner

... a pity about the service. The restaurant wasn 't overly busy. Plenty of available tables. We chose to sit outside and after checking we were told it was table service. Eventually someone came out after a 15-20 minute wait and took our order. Turns out there was a couple behind us who 'd been waiting for 30 minutes... When the food came we were asked if we wanted cutlery. Said no but suggested having our drinks would be nice.... ' What did you order? ' Drinks brought to us.... no sugars offered. Eating panini 's? No napkins. Think there were only 2 staff working and all seemed very chaotic. When asking for the bill, the waitress said she was going to get the card machine and we never saw... View menu

Categories

  • Tea Explore our selection of soothing teas, offering both classic and exotic blends. Perfectly brewed to awaken your senses, indulge in our range for a moment of tranquility and flavor in every sip.
  • Cafés Charming cafés offering a variety of freshly brewed coffees and teas, along with light snacks, pastries, and desserts. Perfect for a morning pick-me-up or an afternoon treat in a cozy atmosphere. View menu
  • Coffee Indulge in our rich and aromatic coffee selection, expertly brewed to awaken your senses. From classic espresso to creamy lattes, discover the perfect blend to start your day on a flavorful note.
  • Cheese A curated selection of artisanal cheeses from around the world, featuring diverse flavors and textures that delight the palate. Perfect for sharing or savored individually with the ideal accompaniments.

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