Tessa's Restaurant in New Forest

We turned up at 2pm on Good Friday and was greeted by a rather grumpy waitress. We were told that they weren't taking walk-ins as they were too busy. So we asked if we could sit on one of the four empty benches as we had walked an hour. By about 3pm a friendly waitress came over and asked if we wanted anything, pretty much all the other tables had left by now. We mentioned to her that she may need to check with her colleague as she had already refused to serve us and we didn't want to upset her. She went to check and never came back, it was clear she'd been instructed not to serve us. It's a shame as we've been before and had many a nice lunches and drinks and usually the service is great. I've attached a photo demonstrating that by the time we had left, there were maybe only two tables there.

We wanted to find somewhere for lunch that offered vegan and gluten free.I had balsamic tomatoes, olives, pesto, vegan cream cheese on gluten free bread with fries, delicious. The pulled aubergine was a hit as well the beef sandwich.I then couldn't resist the gluten free chocolate cake, yum. The loaded brownie and carrot cake were devoured very quickly.The dogs enjoyed a lie down whilst we eat.The staff were lovely; polite and attentive.I would definitely recommend and I'm sure we'll go again when we are in the area.

An absolute must if you are visiting the New Forest. Amazing food, drinks, service and staff. 10/10 all day long.

Best afternoon Tea I've ever had. Great value for money,food fantastic, staff are amazing. If anyone gets a chance you must go there. U will not be disappointed. But must book.

Dropped by whilst on holiday. Great afternoon tea sat outside, enjoying the sunshine. Highly recommend the sausage roll, scotch egg and scones.

Lovely place and service! I went for an afternoon tea with some friends. I will definitely come back with my family!

A very shaky start to our Sunday Lunch was sorted out without complaint and the roast beef we ended up with was excellent. The vegetables (especially the balsamic glazed carrots were superb. Dessert (particularly the cheesecake) topped the meal off wonderfully.

Lovely snack and drink. We had the fish finger sub and the roast beef sub with a glass of Prosecco and a latte. Very tasty. Nice friendly staff and a surprisingly peaceful setting considering the road it's on. Would thoroughly recommend.

Visited for brunch, was fairly busy outside but there was space to be seated inside. Staff ensure you checked in for COVID and they were all wearing masks. The food was really nice and the coffee was good. Staff were attentive and friendly, would definitely recommend a visit.

We visited Rosie Lea House yesterday to have their Sunday lunch, we were staying opposite on The Far Side CL & B&B.There was seven of us and they looked after us very well the staff were very friendly and the atmosphere was lovely!We had tea & cakes for our puddings! Yummy 😋Will definitely return! Thank you.