Matt Salt We recently visited the Isle of Wight for what has become an annual family holiday — we love the island and always look forward to returning.
While staying in Rookley, we were fortunate to be just a short distance from the Hare and Hounds, so we decided to book a meal there. From the moment we arrived, we were made to feel very welcome. The barman who looked after us (I’m so sorry I didn’t catch his name) was friendly, attentive, and genuinely lovely.
The food exceeded all expectations. Even our children, who can be quite particular, thoroughly enjoyed their meals — which says a lot! We were told there was a different chef on that evening as the regular chef was off, so a big thank you to whoever was in the kitchen that night — everything was fantastic.
We enjoyed it so much that we returned the following evening for our final meal of the trip — and once again, it was outstanding. Despite different staff and a different chef, the experience was just as good. I had the best gammon I’ve ever tasted — absolutely superb.
A special thank you to Paul Avery in the kitchen, and to the two lovely ladies who served us, including Pauline. You were all wonderful, and the food was delicious.
We couldn’t fault a thing and will absolutely be returning on our next visit to the Isle of Wight.
