Rising Sun, The

123 Purewell, Christchurch, Bournemouth, BH23 1EJ

Incorporated in 1994 as one of the first pubs in Britain to serve Thai food, The Rising Sun located in Purewell, Christchurch still remains a unique gastropub, having evolved at so many different levels. Its well-travelled head chef Poon, brings his rich colourful experience to the kitchen, leading to inventive preparations that are artistically presented. The ambience is cosy and intimate and the warm, friendly service is more reason to hang out in this pub. There is an outside dining area in Mediterranean style with comfortable sofas and a large heated gazebo that makes dining outside a round-the-year affair. Begin with giant king prawns in sweet chilli sauce and a wasabi Kikkoman soy dip.

Incorporated in 1994 as one of the first pubs in Britain to serve Thai food, The Rising Sun located in Purewell, Christchurch still remains a unique gastropub, having evolved at so many different levels. Its well-travelled head chef Poon, brings his rich colourful experience to the kitchen, leading to inventive preparations that are artistically presented. The ambience is cosy and intimate and the warm, friendly service is more reason to hang out in this pub. There is an outside dining area in Mediterranean style with comfortable sofas and a large heated gazebo that makes dining outside a round-the-year affair.

Begin with giant king prawns in sweet chilli sauce and a wasabi Kikkoman soy dip. For mains, sample pork fillet and Thai holy basil or sizzling sweet and tangy crispy chicken. Authentic Cha Sui, Miso glazed duck breast and Mr. Poon special noodles are also top of the charts, among many other delectable inventions unique to this place. The bar is well stocked with a fine selection of real ales, premium lagers and new and old world wines from the most exotic parts of the world. The Rising Sun has also bagged several awards in its lifetime, so if you're in the mood for good food and great service, this might just be the place.

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Gastropub, Thai

Reservations: 01202 486122

123 Purewell, Christchurch, Bournemouth, BH23 1EJ [Map]

£10.00    £27.00

£6.95 (2 courses)

(Avg Price is the average cost per person for two courses, coffee, half a bottle of house wine and tip/service)

REVIEWS OF Rising Sun, The

Tony Hart (28 July 2010)

We just keep going back with our friends, and they also keep going back. The food and service is excellent.

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