Welcome to Verveine Fish Market Restaurant.

Opened in 2010 we are an innovative, award-winning fish restaurant located in Milford-on-Sea, a vibrant village in the south of The New Forest, just three miles west of Lymington, Hampshire. For us eating out is about enjoyment. Our aim is to cook delicious food that is thoughtful and creative served by our friendly team in a relaxed, informal atmosphere.


Chef/Patron David Wykes takes inspiration for his dishes from nostalgic experiences of a childhood growing up in the seaside town of Hastings, the best freshest ingredients from the land and sea and the limitless natural beauty of the local environment - the Solent's coastline and The New Forest. This infinite source of creativity is combined with the knowledge and experience of working in world renowned restaurants in France and England for the last 3 decades and a huge passion for food.


Verveine gained recognition in the Times and Tatler top 100 restaurant list and is placed in the top 100 of restaurants in the Hardens guide, 2 AA rosettes, recommended in the Michelin guide and the Good Food Guide, Trip Advisor travellers choice with 5 star average. Verveine was also awarded best service, best seasonal menu and best restaurant in Hampshire and David won Hampshire chef of the year two years in a row.



Opened in 2010 we are an innovative, award-winning fish restaurant located in Milford-on-Sea, a vibrant village in the south of The New Forest, just three miles west of Lymington, Hampshire. For us eating out is about enjoyment. Our aim is to cook delicious food that is thoughtful and creative served by our friendly team in a relaxed, informal atmosphere.


Chef/Patron David Wykes takes inspiration for his dishes from nostalgic experiences of a childhood growing up in the seaside town of Hastings, the best freshest ingredients from the land and sea and the limitless natural beauty of the local environment - the Solent's coastline and The New Forest. This infinite source of creativity is combined with the knowledge and experience of working in world renowned restaurants in France and England for the last 3 decades and a huge passion for food.


Verveine gained recognition in the Times and Tatler top 100 restaurant list and is placed in the top 100 of restaurants in the Hardens guide, 2 AA rosettes, recommended in the Michelin guide and the Good Food Guide, Trip Advisor travellers choice with 5 star average. Verveine was also awarded best service, best seasonal menu and best restaurant in Hampshire and David won Hampshire chef of the year two years in a row.