A restaurant in the New Forest that’s featured in the Michelin Guide has been described as a “lovely” spot and a “hidden gem”.
Hartnett Holder & Co is an eatery that is located within the Lime Wood Hotel in Lyndhurst.
The team, led by chefs Angela Hartnett and Luke Holder, creates seasonal, locally-sourced dishes.
Its website shares: “Hartnett Holder & Co is a relaxed and comfortable restaurant – full of character and relaxed in style.”
The menu has a focus on Italian-influenced dishes, which pulls together the “much-admired signature styles” of both chefs.
In its profile on the Michelin Guide, the publication describes it as a “lovely restaurant” that’s housed in an “impressive light stone mansion”.
The write-up adds: “Take a seat in the glass-roofed bar and kick things off with a cocktail from their extensive list.
“The rustic cooking leans heavily into the ingredient-led ethos of Italian cuisine, with both Angela Harnett and Luke Holder (who is more often the one in the kitchen) bringing their considerable experience to proceedings.”
Opening times for the restaurant are 12pm-2pm (Monday to Sunday) and 12pm-2.30pm for lunch service.
Meanwhile, dinner service is from 6pm to 9pm Monday to Sunday.
What do diners think of Hartnett Holder & Co?
Hartnett Holder & Co has earned a 4.1/5 score on Tripadvisor from 1,046, with 570 of those being ‘Excellent’.
One wrote: “This really is a hidden gem in the New Forest, hidden inside the Lime Wood Hotel.
“From the drive up welcome right through to the warm cheerio and hope we see you again soon, everything was perfect.
“Overseen by by Angela Hartnett the home cooked traditional Italian food is simple but delicious.
“The service was impeccable as was tea on the Terrace to end our first, but by no means last visit.”
Another shared: “Wow! Amazing flavours and genuinely great cooking!
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“We had a lovely evening from start to finish – cocktail bar advisory to Madeleine’s – with superb service. Thanks for such a memorable experience.”
A third said: “A home from home with staff who can’t do enough for you and care. Food that’s comforting, beautifully prepared, delivered with exceptional service and delicious.
“Our favourite was the lamb with peas and the crispy courgette flower followed by the madeleines and lemon curd.”
Dining and Cooking