Business Details
12 Years
experience
Elderflower Restaurant | Culinary Excellence in Lymington
At Elderflower Restaurant, we are dedicated to crafting exceptional dining experiences through imaginative British cuisine rooted in seasonal local produce. Established in 2014 by husband-and-wife team Andrew and Marjolaine Du Bourg, our restaurant combines over 40 years of collective fine-dining expertise from prestigious establishments in England and France. Recognised with 3 AA Rosettes and accolades including Hampshire's Chef of the Year, we offer meticulously curated tasting menus, sharing dishes, and seasonal specials designed to surprise and delight.Our commitment to quality extends to curated wine pairings and thoughtful service, while our lunch and dinner service times ensure flexibility for guests. We maintain strict dietary accommodation protocols for gluten, nut, and shellfish allergies with advance notice, and our cancellation policy ensures fair resource allocation. Through regular menu reinvention and participation in national food guides like Michelin and Harden's, we uphold our reputation as a destination for culinary excellence in Lymington.
Services
Tasting Menu
Sharing Menu
Gift Vouchers
Christmas Hampers
Lunch Service
Dinner Service
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- We offer 3 AA Rosette-awarded culinary expertise from chefs with 20+ years' experience
- Our menus feature hyper-local produce sourced from trusted Hampshire suppliers
- We provide curated wine pairings selected by our in-house sommelier team
- Our fixed tasting menus guarantee consistent quality and portion control
- We maintain strict dietary protocols for gluten, nut, and shellfish allergies
Associations and certifications
- AA Rosettes
What people say
Exceptional service
Innovative flavor combinations
Seasonal ingredient focus
Impeccable presentation
Award-winning cuisine
Services
Tasting Menu
Our signature multi-course tasting menus feature 4-7 meticulously crafted dishes showcasing seasonal British ingredients. Each menu follows a structured progression of flavors, with optional wine pairings selected to complement specific courses. Vegetarian and pescatarian options available with advance notice.
Sharing Menu
Seasonal sharing platters designed for two guests include premium cuts like Chateaubriand and seafood assortments. Available Wednesday-Sunday with 24-hour notice, these menus emphasize communal dining while maintaining ingredient quality and presentation standards.
Gift Vouchers
Purchase customizable gift vouchers for any value, redeemable against tasting menus, sharing dishes, or special events. Available in physical gift boxes or digital format, with delivery options to suit recipient preferences.
Christmas Hampers
Pre-prepared luxury Christmas meals serve 2-4 people with gourmet dishes like Roast Goose Wellington and Chocolate Date Tarte. Includes wine pairings and delivery options, with vegetarian and pescatarian alternatives available upon request.
Lunch Service
Three-course lunch menus available Wednesday-Sunday, featuring weekly changing dishes using the freshest available ingredients. Includes lighter options like Fish & Chips alongside game specialties, with fixed pricing tiers for choice flexibility.
People
Andrew Du Bourg
Head Chef
Award-winning chef with 20+ years' experience in top UK and French restaurants. Holds 3 AA Rosettes and has been named Hampshire's Chef of the Year. Specialises in seasonal British cuisine with innovative flavor combinations.
Marjolaine Du Bourg
Co-Owner
Restaurant industry veteran with extensive front-of-house management experience. Oversees service standards and guest relations, ensuring seamless dining experiences aligned with culinary excellence.
Questions
What are your lunch and dinner service times?
Lunch is served Wednesday-Sunday 12:00-14:00. Dinner Wednesday-Saturday 18:00-20:30. Closed Sundays afternoons and Mondays-Tuesdays.
Do you accommodate dietary requirements?
We cater to gluten-free, nut allergy, and shellfish allergy requirements with advance notice. No substitutions available for fixed tasting menus.
What is your cancellation policy?
Late cancellations under 48 hours or no-shows incur £40 per person charges. We recommend contacting us directly for same-day bookings.
Are children welcome?
Children over 12 welcome any time. Under 12s allowed only during lunch services, with no children's menu available. No baby-changing facilities.
How do gift vouchers work?
Purchase vouchers by value via phone or email. Available in gift boxes or digital format. Redemption requires direct booking with the restaurant.
Do you offer wine pairings?
Yes, sommelier-curated wine pairings accompany tasting menus. Prices range from £75-£100 depending on course count.
Reviews (5)
Tom Spinks
Jan 13, 2022
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We were lucky enough to get a table here on New Year's Eve. Upon arrival, the service was great and well thought through right down to the smallest detail. And then the food and drink arrived, and some how it got even better! We could not fault anything and will definitely make the effort to return if we are back in the area again.
George Ioannou
Jan 10, 2022
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What a amazing place the food is amazing different League leaves Mayfair behind the world.the staff are so so friendly and so professional , the owners are so so lovely and professional well done cant wait to go back!
Chrisy Parsons
Dec 16, 2021
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Came here to celebrate 7 years together, nice to go somewhere a bit fancy and this place has been on our list for a while! No issues with the 80 deposit, as unless you plan on not showing up then what's the problem. The staff were very friendly and the food was excellent. We went for the 5 course tasting menu and the food was great, lovely flavours and well presented. Small portions as is with this style of food, but at least that way you can enjoy the flavours of every course. Extensive selection of wines, maybe a little more expensive that I would expect, but more than enough to choose from
Silvie Jones
Dec 15, 2021
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Booked many months in advance off the back of a review on the television and we were not disappointed. 2.5 hr drive to get to you. 7 courses. Well presented and very tasty. Service is not pretentious. Staff knew the menu and their wines inside out. Will definitely be back. The only criticism I have is that on your invoice, you should state that the service charge is discretionary, but we had a wonderful Sunday afternoon in a beautiful little restaurant. Thank you very much
Laurence Carr
Dec 13, 2021
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This was a between Christmas and New Year treat for us. Having seen both The Pig and the Elderflower on Remarkable Places to Eat with Fred and Chris, both looked to tick all the boxes for us. We lunched at the Elderflower on 29th December. The 4-course tasting menu, accompanied by the paired wine flight was fabulous. Beautifully cooked and presented by a knowledgable, welcoming and polite team, it certainly did tick all of the boxes. A fabulous way to spend the afternoon in lovely Lymington.
