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The Empress of Blandings Pub & Restaurant, Cadnam

4.6
·491k reviews·,

A charming pub named after a P.G. Wodehouse character, known for its hearty meals, dog-friendly atmosphere, and location near the New Forest.

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Smoking Pig Burger

The Empress of Blandings Pub & Restaurant, Cadnam

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A charming pub named after a P.G. Wodehouse character, known for its hearty meals, dog-friendly atmosphere, and location near the New Forest.

4.6
(491k reviews)

"The food is excellent and the portions are big; we will certainly return!"

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Sunday Roast Recommendation

Visit on Sundays for traditional roasts; the roast lamb is highly recommended.

Family & Pet Friendly

Bring children or well-behaved dogs; they are welcome at this family-friendly establishment.

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Quick Facts

Closed·Opens 12PM

Cuisine

Gastropub

Price

Mid-range

Phone

+44 23 8081 2321

Address

8 Romsey Rd, Copythorne, Southampton SO40 2PF, United Kingdom

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Hearty Sunday Roasts

Hearty Sunday Roasts

Indulge in perfectly cooked pub classics, featuring richly-flavored meat, puffy Yorkshire puddings, and generous gravy.

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Generous Portions

Generous Portions

Prepare for massive meals! The Empress of Blandings serves incredibly large portions that even the hungriest diner may struggle to finish.

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Dog-Friendly Ambiance

Dog-Friendly Ambiance

This charming pub welcomes your furry companions with open arms, making it a perfect spot for a meal with your well-behaved pets.

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Sunday Roast Recommendation

Visit on Sundays for traditional roasts; the roast lamb is highly recommended.

Family & Pet Friendly

Bring children or well-behaved dogs; they are welcome at this family-friendly establishment.

Book in Advance

Consider booking ahead, especially during peak times, to ensure you secure a table.

Quality Justifies Price

Prices might be slightly higher, but they are justified by the exceptional quality of the food.

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Sunday Roast Recommendation

Visit on Sundays for traditional roasts; the roast lamb is highly recommended.

Family & Pet Friendly

Bring children or well-behaved dogs; they are welcome at this family-friendly establishment.

Book in Advance

Consider booking ahead, especially during peak times, to ensure you secure a table.

Quality Justifies Price

Prices might be slightly higher, but they are justified by the exceptional quality of the food.

What Travellers Say

4.6
(491k reviews)

Reviews Summary

Diners praise the generous portions and delicious pub food, especially Sunday roasts and unique starters like the haggis potato cake. However, some reviews point to slow service and occasional issues with staff attitude, particularly during busy periods. Despite minor service complaints, many guests express a strong desire to return for the quality of the food.

"Amazing portions! I never am usually defeated by a meal but this once I actually couldn’t not finish it. Great starter, with a really nice combo of flavours. The empress burger was HUGE! Really fun combo of Mac and cheese, pulled pork and the classic burger ingredients. Really enjoyed it and glad I drove that tiny bit to extra to come here."

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"What a lovely place to come dine. The family and I thoroughly enjoyed our visit, the service is exceptional and the food was excellent. Very big portions, rated by my daughter a 9.5 out of 10.

First place in England I’ve been to that gave us sweets (after ates) with the bill.

The service has been amazing and thank you for the meal."

Vincent Venter

"So pleased we finally made a booking after zooming passed for years. A great friendly welcome was a good start and that level of service continued throughout our meal by the two very attentive waiters. Menu is an interesting mix of old favourites combined with some excellent twists on sizzling dishes, wraps, baguettes burgers and salads. A daily board of specials was certainly tempting.
We chose the Haggis potato cake stack as a starter and wow wow it was amazing with a peppercorn sauce that was simply stunning. Probably the best Haggis outside of Scotland!!! My main course was Mac n Cheese with bacon and two delicious slices of garlic bread (why cant every restaurant do garlic bread this good). My wife had the Chicken Caesar salad and as its a favourite dish of hers I knew it had to be good to get any comment - so 'best ever' 'amazing' gives you a clue how good it was.
We shared a dessert which was the Lemon tart which was a disappointment but the accompanying ice cream excellent. It was just not 'lemony' enough and rather dense in texture.
Are we coming back a 100% yes! This place must be added to your dining experiences as they have got it right at every level. They just have to promise to keep the Haggis on the menu!
Well done - a deserved Five stars."

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What People Like

Massive, delicious portions
Exceptional Sunday roasts
Standout starters like haggis potato cake

What People Dislike

Slow service
Inattentive staff
Occasional poor staff attitude

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, The Empress of Blandings is very dog-friendly and welcomes well-behaved dogs.

The Best Sunday Lunches in the New Forest

The Sunday Roasts are a highlight, featuring well-cooked pub classics with flavorful meat, Yorkshire puddings, and gravy.

The Best Sunday Lunches in the New Forest

Yes, reviewers consistently mention that the portions are very generous and substantial.

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It is recommended to book in advance, especially during busy periods, to ensure you can get a table.

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Yes, gluten-free options are available on the menu.

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The pub has a welcoming and friendly atmosphere with a charming, rustic interior.

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