The Elderflower Restaurant

Modern British restaurant · Lymington and Pennington ·

The Elderflower Restaurant

Modern British restaurant · Lymington and Pennington ·

Modern British fine dining, theatrical desserts, fresh seafood

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4A Quay St, Lymington SO41 3AS, United Kingdom Get directions

£100+

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"Down a cobbled street in a beautiful Georgian town, you'll find a Grade II listed building housing this amiably run restaurant. The chef's experience shines through in the attractively presented dishes on the multi-course tasting menu, which shine thanks to the sourcing of excellent ingredients. As it's by the quayside, you can expect the catch of the day to be among the highlights. As an alternative to the tasting option, a 'sharing menu' offers dishes for two such as beef Chateaubriand and trout en croûte." - Michelin Inspector

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The Elderflower Restaurant

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The Best Restaurants and Pubs in the New Forest | Eater London

"When former Chewton Glen chef Andrew Du Bourg set up his solo venture in 2013, it made waves among denizens. His CV includes stints at Michelin-starred The Goring and Club Gascon in London, so classic cooking is the mainstay. Currently, most popular is the theatrical dessert called ‘Close, But No Cigar’, a heady chocolate-coffee-whisky combo. Though, keep a snout out for more rustic options like home-cured ham, cured sea trout, and suckling pig." - Chloe Scott-Moncrieff

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The Elderflower Restaurant

David G.

Google

My wife and I ate at the Elderflower in Lymington and had the 3 course lunch menu. It was a delightful meal at a reasonable price. The freshly baked bread was such a lovely way to start, along with the bouquet garni butter which was very moreish. We had an oyster each, which we didn't regret! We've never had a better Oyster, and the flavour pairing of jalepeno and honey worked so well. We had the starters of duck salad and cuttlefish, which was pleasant. The main course was the highlight, the mixed grill of seafood was awesome, and the smoky charred flavour was addictive! The desserts were brilliant, especially since it was my first soufflé ever! So delicious. Thanks to Keane and the rest of the team at the Elderflower for a lovely lunch.

Tracy T.

Google

Almost a five star but not quite. Excellent service - so disappointing they only take cash tips. These days it’s easy to set up tipping apps with qr codes so not really acceptable that you cannot tip the staff unless you’re carrying cash. The food was inventive - missed the mark a couple of times with ginger bread cubes served on a beef carpaccio, a fish course with overpowering white chocolate and orange flavours with gurnard but it’s always interesting to try new things and the stuffed goose leg was exceptional. Nothing sweet on the plate other than carrots! This was a four course lunch and I’d like to come back and try the 7 course in the evening as I think there are some really good ideas being tried here. The Christmas pudding soufflé would have been fine if it had been a little smaller. At the size it was the bottom became a little too much like runny bread and butter pudding but if you love food prepared with care and invention and excellent service alongside, this is a must. We will be back.

J G.

Google

I’m always impressed by the quality and creativity of the food here. The chef’s talent shines through in every dish, with flavours and presentation that are consistently imaginative and beautifully balanced. I’m a big fan of tasting menus, and this one easily holds its own against several Michelin star experiences I’ve had. Not knowing what’s coming next, and having each course introduced as it arrives, really adds to the sense of occasion. It’s also great to see a place investing in future talent—the energy and enthusiasm from the team is infectious. Our waiter was genuinely thrilled when we complimented the bread—he couldn't hold back that he’d made it himself that morning. Just a heads-up: tips are cash only, so it's worth bringing some along to avoid getting caught out. I can't wait to be back, if only I could fit in more than once a year.

Richard R.

Google

This is fine dining restaurant, but we felt a little disappointed. The duck salad was tasty but didn't seem to have any meat and was what seemed to be duck skin scratchings. The seafood mixed grill was more stew like and the fish was a bit over cooked. The raspberry soufflé was the star dish and quite brilliant.

Paul C.

Google

A wonderful full on experience. I chose the KF Fish wings as my starter. This chef must be mad to come up with the idea of fish wings KFC style. It’s so hard to eat without getting frustrated by a bone here or there; but it is soooo worth it. A totally tasty, barking mad, delicious starter. Being a Friday I followed by posh fish n chips. It’s just what to expect from an excellent restaurant. Spot on. To finish Rasberry soufflé. An amazing and incredible desert. It’s a must visit restaurant.

Tom C.

Google

Visited The Elderflower to try the 7 course (yes, 7 course) tasting menu, and I must say it was one of the best dining experiences I've ever had. Every dish was incredible, but not large enough to make you feel like a stuffed pig by the end. The wine was matched perfectly to each dish and the staff were very friendly and knowledgeable. Easily one of the best restaurant meals I've ever tasted, just superb.

Agata K.

Google

I ordered a takeaway Mixed Fish Grill with potatoes for £25 from The Elderflower Restaurant In Lymington, expecting a decent portion and quality for the price. Although the restaurant staff were nice the food experience was a letdown. First of all, the portion size was shockingly small for a £25 meal — it felt more like a starter than a main course. To make matters worse, instead of the potatoes I ordered, I received plain noodles, which made no sense. For a dish that’s marketed as a premium option, this felt lazy and overpriced. I definitely won’t be ordering from here again. There are plenty of places that offer better quality and value for money. Very disappointing.

Graham K.

Google

Returned after having visited many years previously and not disappointed. Food was right up there with the best restaurants we've been to - we took on the 7 course taster with our own choice of wine, every course was packed with exciting flavour that we worked our way through in a relaxed and unhurried atmosphere. Excellent evening and will be back again sooner than last time.