The Chairmakers

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John-Paul Roberts

A wonderful lunch in a proper country pub is one of life’s simplest pleasures, and this place delivered exactly that. The lunch itself was excellent. Classic British dishes done properly, with generous portions and real care in the cooking. Service was friendly and easy going, making the whole experience feel even more enjoyable. Finished off with a lovely pudding and a drink, it was exactly what a country pub lunch should be.

Bee Bee (sewlittlebee)

Chairmakers Arms – Sunday Roast Review We hadn’t been to the Chairmakers Arms in at least 20 years, but after a recent recommendation from someone who’d visited, I booked a table for 12—and we were genuinely impressed. Every single person loved their food. The Sunday roast was excellent: golden, crispy roast potatoes with fluffy centres, tender beef, and vegetables cooked to perfection. The swede was a standout, and the rich, flavourful gravy brought it all together beautifully. Everything was served hot, the carvery area was spotless, and the pub itself was clean and welcoming. It was busy, with a friendly buzz—noisy, yes, but in a way that felt lively rather than overwhelming. The atmosphere suited a family meal perfectly. I also tried the sticky toffee pudding. It was okay—not homemade, I don’t think—and came drizzled with a caramel sauce it didn’t really need. Not a bad finish, but not the highlight. One child in our group chose the breaded chicken burger and chips. The meat looked moist and generous, and the chips were golden and crispy—no complaints there either. After two decades away, it was a brilliant return—and we won’t be leaving it so long next time.

The_Hampshire_Hungryman

Comfy chairs. Decided to go out for some dinner and ended up here at the Chair Makers. The menu seemed to have a something for everyone and I must say the food did not disappoint. We waited for about 25 minutes but it was well worth it. We were sat in a nice quiet corner until it started to fill up, however the tables are well spaced so we could still converse without the need to shout. The pork belly was awesome with lovely crackling and super tender. The pasta was a bit rich for my daughter but she still finishes her plate. Lovely food just sat waiting for pudding. So far so good.

Mark Deadman

Came here for a birthday celebration meal, and was very impressed. Staff were professional and friendly, and there was a pleasant buzz of activity around the place. Homely and comfortable looking interiors. The carvery was a selection of simple dishes but very well executed. Veg was just right and the roast potatoes were clearly freshly made. Dig right down to the bottom of the dish for those extra crispy bits. Special mention to the chef for ensuring that some swede mash came to our table when there was none available at the carvery counter. Speaking as a customer little touches like that make a big difference. This place proves how a few simple ingredients put together with skill can become more than the sum of their parts. This one will certainly be going on my list for a return visit.