The Haywain Crown Carveries in New Forest

We go every week for a carvery ... we enjoy our meal each time.Tonight we decided to go for a meal out as its Friday night and weekend.We were told that they were not serving "walk ins" and that there was not enough food for people who had not booked.This was at 18.20 this evening. There were four tables being used and the rest were empty and unclean.Very disappointing to be turned away as were travelled a distance especially... and early enough to warrant a table. Also not enough food at that early hour in the evening and on a Friday, it's a restaurant .! We clearly didnt know what to say and just left.

The best carvery around. Nothing it too much work for the team. The chef (I think Ryan was his name) is an absolute credit to the kitchen team. We’ve booked to come again already. Thanks guys!

The food was five stars, good value, hot and freshly cooked, they were also on top of the carvery, not leaving it too long before bringing fresh stuff out, staff were happy and there seemed to be alot of regulars there having lunch so that was a good sign, dropped a star because the communal areas could be cleaner and are in need of a spruce up, the toilet is horrid and even if it was bleached clean it would still feel dirty and the carpet has had it which actually spoils things a bit, a bit of money spent on these areas and it would have got 5 star, because the food was so good though and the atmosphere really nice I will definitely be going back Xx

Good atmosphere, attentive staff with a fair variety of food. However coffee could be hotter and mushrooms were not included in the price. Would go again.

Really pleasant roast dinner. Not all meats available but had gammon and turkey. Lovely veg. Very good value.

Fish & Chips were good. Asked for vinegar and ketchup. Nearly finished meal and got up to ask again, was told she was training a new girl. Did bring it eventually. I think she is the one needing training.

Enjoyed our trip out to the Haywain Pizza & Carvery the atmosphere was friendly, service was very clear and well maintained. Well managed. Worth a thought if you are looking for a good meal and the pudding menu was good as well - pictured cookie dough with mallows and a touch of seret syrup

Fab serve Yr self brekkie..love going here..Nice friendly staff too.. Also the carvery is fab too.

Booked a last minute table here for 9 on a bank holiday. Good food (we ordered a good selection from carvery, pizzas to pub classics). Great service - staff were very accommodating and nothing was too much trouble. BlueLightCard holders are offered a 10% discount which was an added bonus. Will return ☺️

Booked table & asked for "quiet area." Was allocated bar area which was indeed quiet on being seated. While we were choosing carvery, staff then sat a couple right next to us with about 6inches separation & while there was plenty of other empty tables around. Hardly quiet & no tip that day.