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1. Ivy Bournemouth
4.5
Awesome(1035)
$$$$
• British • Bournemouth
Booked 60 times today
Nestled in the coastal town of Bournemouth, The Ivy brings a taste of luxury to the local dining scene. Discover menus featuring modern British cuisine to brasserie classics and fantastic vegan and vegetarian dishes, with something for everyone to love. From breakfast through to dinner seven days a week, the restaurant offers a luxurious haven in a stunning and elegant setting.
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2. The Priory Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(43)
$$$$
• British • Christchurch
Just steps away from the historic Priory Church, The Priory Restaurant is a French inspired café & restaurant. Serving up delicious meals, cocktails, coffees & wine, The Priory prides itself on creating a welcoming atmosphere and an experience for guests that feels special every time. It's an intimate restaurant with a close-knit team, so you're likely to end up chatting with Will, the owner, or laughing and joking with local regulars. Signature dishes include a legendary roast dinner, steak frites in the evenings, and croque monsieur at lunch. Gold award winners at the Christchurch and BCP business awards!​
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3. Eighteen Restaurant & Bar
new
5.0
Exceptional(1)
$$$$
• Contemporary British • Christchurch
Booked 4 times today
Nestled within the historic Kings Arms Hotel in Christchurch,Eighteen Restaurant & Bar redefines the art of dining in Dorset.Our modern British kitchen celebrates the finest local producers across Dorset and Hampshire, transforming seasonal ingredients into sophisticated plates that honour farm-to-table tradition with contemporary flair.From first light breakfast through refined afternoon service and into elegant evening dining, we invite you to experience more than just a meal. As day transitions to night, Eighteen evolves — where culinary excellence meets curated cocktails, carefully selected wines, and the smooth sophistication of weekend jazz.This is dining reimagined: arrive for dinner, stay until close. A complete evening, thoughtfully crafted.Open seven days a week, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner.Modern British cuisine.Fine wines and craft cocktails.Late-night jazz.A place where refined evenings unfold into vibrant nights.We are now open for bookings!
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4. Ye Olde George Christchurch
3.0
Good(0)
$$$$
• British • Christchurch
Located in the sleepy seaside town of Christchurch, The Ye Olde George is a friendly and traditional craft pub with a difference. We are the perfect place to come and relax with friends and family for one of our beautiful meals or to sit outdoors and listen to the sound of the sea whilst you soak up the sun with one of our cocktails. We have something for everyone here We have a huge range of craft beers, cask ales, premium lagers, and ciders but we also have a spirit emporium packed with gins, rum, and tequila and we can’t forget our artisan cocktails and superb coffee! In the spirit of tradition, our food is all about tapas, hand-stretched pizza, and burgers however you will find we offer some amazing world-inspired meals and lighter dishes too! No matter your cravings, we know we’ve got something you will just love...
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5. Ship Inn Distress
4.8
Exceptional(252)
$$$$
• Pub • Bournemouth
Booked 9 times today
Soak up our friendly service and homely charm when nestled in this welcoming pub located in the heart of Stanpit village on Dorset's south coast. Here at the Ship in Distress, we are the perfect retreat to sit back, relax and indulge in our delicious food with the perfect drink in hand. We love our coastal location and our bar pays tribute to this with a fittingly traditional nautical theme! Dogs are welcome and we've got a large car park for visitors and plenty of seating space. Our traditional pub classics are expertly crafted from our seasonal menus and the bar is crammed with local ales and tipples to tempt any taste buds. Using the most seasonal ingredients and decadent flavours, there's a dish for every desire.
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6. Tiien Thai Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1674)
$$$$
• Thai • Bournemouth
Booked 18 times today
*** Tiien Thai has won Best Thai Restaurant in the UK 2023 ***For more information about the award, please visit our website at: https://www.tiienthairestaurant.co.uk/reviews.At Tiien Thai Restaurant Bournemouth, we are proud to create exceptional food that is carefully prepared and beautifully presented.Here you will experience joy and harmony in a serene yet contemporary environment where the most exciting Thai food will be served. Also available for take away.Our head chef, Pong Pan, sources only the finest authentic Thai ingredients to produce the most sublime flavours. His team at Tiien will guide you on a magical adventure of tastes, aromas and textures.
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7. Art Sushi
4.9
Exceptional(579)
$$$$
• Japanese Speciality • Bournemouth
Booked 4 times today
Art Sushi was named on The Good Food Guide top 100 restaurants also the OpenTable top 100 restaurants in the UK and included in both the MICHELIN Guide and Good Food Guide. Chef Kamil Skalczynski - a finalist of the World’s major and most prestigious tournaments for Sushi Masters.WORLD SUSHI CUP 2016 IN JAPAN and also GLOBAL SUSHI CHALLENGE 2015. Adviser World Sushi Skills Institute and also He won the Certificate of International Sushi Kuro-Obi and International Proficiency, the Only accepted In the World, awarded by the Japanese Government under the Leadership of the Japanese Association „SUSHI WSSI ALL JAPAN ASSOCIATIONS AND NORWEGIAN COUNCIL SUSHI AND SEAFOOD”.Co-founder of Japanese Restaurants, awarded by ‘AWARDS OF EXELLENCE BY POLAND 100 BEST RESTAURANTS”. Chef in Chef Academy & Cookery School.He gained his experience working and completing internships in well known restaurants in Poland, the Michelin Star Atelier Amaro and also he graduated the Academy of Jean Bos.
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8. Brasserie Blanc Bournemouth
3.8
Excellent(55)
$$$$
• French • Bournemouth
Booked 6 times today
Our brasseries are warm and welcoming with comfortable spaces where you can gather for a leisurely lunch or dinner from our extensive fresh & seasonal à la carte menu. Many of our restaurants have great little bars and lovely outside areas where you can stave off the hunger until dinner with a glass of wine, a beer or a refreshing cocktail.Our food is sourced with care from some of the best producers and farmers in the country, the dishes are freshly prepared by our wonderful chefs and brought to you by knowledgeable teams who are here to make your visit just as perfect as it can be.Quite simply the best views in Bournemouth… we don’t need to say more but we love the location of BB Bournemouth. Whether you want to simply drink in the stunning views or take to the beaches, you will be able to enjoy fantastic views and food from our beautiful brasserie
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9. The Ivy Chichester Brasserie
4.4
Awesome(5648)
$$$$
• British • Chichester
Booked 72 times today
The Ivy Chichester Brasserie brings relaxed, sophisticated all-day British dining, and international Ivy-inspired classics, to the heart of the Sussex Coastline and the South Downs. Located near Chichester Festival Theatre and open seven days a week, and comprising of a main restaurant, central bar with dining counter, terrace overlooking the bustling market town and private dining room, The Ivy Chichester provides the perfect setting for any occasion.
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10. Hotel Miramar - Restaurant No 43
4.4
Awesome(50)
$$$$
• British • Bournemouth
Enjoy refined à la carte dining with sea views at Restaurant No 43, set within the elegant Hotel Miramar in Bournemouth. With a focus on seasonal ingredients, warm hospitality and a relaxed atmosphere, it’s the perfect spot to unwind over breakfast, lunch or dinner. In the warmer months, dine al fresco on the Deck at No 43 - one of the town’s most sought-after outdoor dining spots.

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