# Nova Forest Kitchen, Southampton — Reviews & Opening Hours > Nova Forest Kitchen — Restaurant in Southampton with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.6/5 from 221 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/southampton/restaurants/nova-forest-kitchen (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Restaurant 🐾 Dogs Welcome # Nova Forest Kitchen Dibden Purlieu, Southampton [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=4665787433135824153&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Nova forest kitchen](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/116901334723343923793) **In short:** Nova Forest Kitchen is a restaurant in Southampton, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 221 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating and dogs welcome. Details checked 3 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Nova Forest Kitchen Nova Forest Kitchen is situated on Beaulieu Road in Dibden Purlieu. The restaurant holds a five-star food hygiene rating and welcomes children, groups and dogs. Bookings are accepted. Sunday roasts and breakfast dishes feature regularly among customer comments. The kitchen produces plainly cooked meats and vegetables. Service is noted as attentive and welcoming, and the venue accommodates private dining events alongside family meals. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Nova Forest Kitchen's own website](http://www.novaforestkitchen.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM **Tuesday** Closed **Wednesday** Closed **Thursday** 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM **Friday** 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM **Saturday** 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM **Sunday** 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM ## What's nearby - Jays Pharmacy next door - Sargents Butchers Ltd next door - Dibden Purlieu Post Office next door - Esso next door - Tesco Esso Express next door Distances as the crow flies, via Google Diners like this restaurant's delicious and high-quality food, especially the Sunday roast platters and diverse breakfast options, with many highlighting the perfectly cooked meats and flavorful vegetables. They also mention the friendly and accommodating staff, who provide excellent service. Guests appreciate the warm, welcoming, and buzzing atmosphere, noting it's a great spot for family meals and private dining events. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.6 / 5 (221 reviews) **Dogs allowed** Yes **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Southampton Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/596080). [More restaurants in Southampton](https://staycation.co.uk/southampton/restaurants) ★ 4.6 (221 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £10 – £20 [Visit official website](http://www.novaforestkitchen.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [023 8235 3830](tel:02382353830) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Southampton **Plus Code** 9C2WVH3P+69 ### 🏨 Places to stay near Southampton Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DSouthampton%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/southampton/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/southampton/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of Nova Forest Kitchen? Nova Forest Kitchen is open Mon 9am–2:30pm; Tue–Wed closed; Thu–Sat 9am–2:30pm; Sun 9:30am–2:30pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is Nova Forest Kitchen any good? Nova Forest Kitchen is rated 4.6 out of 5 from 221 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5. ### Is Nova Forest Kitchen dog-friendly? Yes, dogs are allowed at Nova Forest Kitchen. ### Is Nova Forest Kitchen good for children? Yes, Nova Forest Kitchen is listed as good for children. ### Can you book a table at Nova Forest Kitchen? Yes, Nova Forest Kitchen takes reservations. ### How do I contact Nova Forest Kitchen? 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