Dorset Restaurants

Coventry Arms, The

• Address: Mill Street, Corfe Mullen, Wimborne, BH21 3RH (Map)
• Cuisine(s): Modern British
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: N/A, Dinner: £30.00

Crab House Cafe

Probably one of the most novel of the seafood eateries that believe in keeping close to their sources of supply, the Crab House looks out over Chesil Beach. The place is full of delightful eccentricities that on their own make a visit to this seaside shack worth while.

• Address: The Oyster Farm, Ferrymans Way, Portland Road, Weymouth, DT4 9YU (Map)
• Cuisine(s): Seafood
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: £21.00, Dinner: £40.00

Crooked Beam Restaurant, The

The Crooked Beam is believed to be one of the oldest restaurants in the Christchurch area with the building dating back to over 300 years. The history of its usage make interesting reading; however, our focus is now on the good, honest food that is on offer and the rustic interior.

• Address: 2 The Grove, Bournemouth, BH23 2HA (Map)
• Cuisine(s): Modern British
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: £21.00, Dinner: £32.00

Da Vinci's Warehouse Brasserie and Ristorante Pizzeria

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Da Vinci's Warehouse Brasserie and Ristorante Pizzeria sits on the waterfront with stunning views over the glistening waters of Poole Harbour, and there's plenty of original woodwork and antique charm to bolster the imagination.

• Address: 7 The Quay, Poole, BH15 1HJ (Map)
• Cuisine(s): Italian, Pizza & Pasta, Seafood
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: £15.00, Dinner: £25.00

Dining Room, The

Situated on the Jurassic coastline, just outside the fossil-hunting beaches of Charmouth, is the Fernhill Hotel and staying there could mean enjoying breathtaking views over Char Valley and exploring local attractions.

• Address: Fernhill Hotel, Fern Hill, Charmouth, Bridport, DT6 6BX (Map)
• Cuisine(s): Modern, British
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: N/A, Dinner: £30.00

Ellingtons

Situated on the 1st floor, Ellington's offers two tempting menus the table d'hote offers daily dishes for a set price and the a la carte features our chefs signature dishes and local fayre. A pianist plays convivial music Friday and Saturday evenings and Sunday lunch.

• Address: Hilton Bournemouth, Westover Road, Bournemouth, BH1 2BZ (Map)
• Cuisine(s): Modern
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: N/A, Dinner: £19.50

Farthings Restaurant

Farthings is worthy of more than a passing glance - the only privately owned restaurant in Bournemouth to have two AA rosettes to its credit it takes great pride in close sourcing of ingredients. There is little doubt that in terms of quality food Farthings offers some of the best value for money in town.

• Address: 5-7 Grove Road, St. Peter's Roundabout, Bournemouth, BH1 3AS (Map)
• Cuisine(s): British, English
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: N/A, Dinner: £38.00

Fish 'n' Fritz

Whilst it is true that Rick Stein has gone a long way towards making fish and chips respectable, it is places like Fish 'n' Fritz who have in fact been doing it for a long time, indeed some of them I remember with great affection.

• Address: 9 Market Street, Weymouth, DT4 8DD (Map)
• Cuisine(s): Fish & Chip
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: N/A, Dinner: £17.00

Forester Inn

Forester Inn brings together rustic and chic elements to create an interesting and appealing contrast, where the exterior with its thatched roof quietly underplays the luxurious interior with its stone walls, warm fireplace and a superb vaulted ceiling.

• Address: Lower Street, Donhead St Andrew, Shaftesbury, SP7 9EE (Map)
• Cuisine(s): Gastropub, British
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: N/A, Dinner: £29.00

Fosse at Cranborne, La

Cranborne was once frequented by royalty who used to visit the Downs for the hunt and centuries later it still remains a favourite haunt for those with an adventurous streak, only a short distance away from the beautiful Jurassic coast and sandy beaches of Bournemouth.

• Address: The Square, Cranborne, BH21 5PR (Map)
• Cuisine(s): International, British
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: £20.00, Dinner: £30.00