Location: Bournemouth
Top Restaurants in Bournemouth
Where to Eat in Bournemouth: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Bournemouth’s seven miles of beach and exceptionally warm microclimate make it a favorite of U.K. travelers. There’s something for everyone here, whether you’re a watersports fanatic (try surfing lessons!) or just want to let your kids splash around in the calm waters. For a traditional Bournemouth vacation, rent a classic beach hut.
Things to do in Bournemouth
1. Bates Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 207 reviews
Reviewed By Jackie M - Redhill, United Kingdom
I’ve literally just returned from the most delicious dinner here. I had the mushrooms with garlic and cheese then fillet steak with Diane sauce, roast potatoes, new potatoes, swede, broccoli and peas and I don’t know how but I managex a finger slice of cherry cheesecake! The steak was like velvet and so good and the cheesecake was amazing, my friends had different choices and each of them were great - pate, prawn cocktail, pork with pepper sauce and chicken with a cream mushroom sauce and trifle. Superb value, really great sized portions. Lovely ambience, friendly service and being given time inbetween courses not rushed. When I return to Bournemouth I’ll be returning here
Truly highly recommend
2. Chez Fred
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Now fully re open following major refurbishment.
Reviewed By nigglepiggle - Leicestershire, United Kingdom
Went here recently and all ordered fresh cod, with drink, mushy pea, unlimited cups and unlimited tea or coffee.
Fantastic value for money, chips were so crispy and the fish was beautiful.
Nothing too much trouble for the staff
Definitely will be back when I'm the area
3. Gilbey's Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 272 reviews
Gilbey's Restaurant in Bournemouth is situated in the Liston Hotel which is two minutes from the Cliff Top Gardens in Boscombe Spa. The large open restaurant with polished oak floor and wall murals of Edwardian days on the pier compliments the cosy bar and entrance hall with original features dating back to the turn of the century. Our food is modern English/French with some influences from the rest of the World. The large open restaurant with polished oak floor and wall murals of Edwardian days on the pier compliments the cosy bar and entrance hall with original features dating back to the turn of the century. Our food is modern English with some influences from the rest of the World.
Reviewed By Paul H - Bournemouth
On arrival we ordered pre-lunch drinks in the bar and had the menu to consult. Within a short while our orders were placed. Not long afterwards we were seated in the large airy restaurant.
Our three courses were very good and the service from the two waitresses 100% and friendly too.
We had coffee in the bar area after the meal.
This is certainly a hidden gem of a restaurant.
4. Lolas Restaurant
Overall Ratings
5 based on 266 reviews
Reviewed By Sobo_foody - Bournemouth, United Kingdom
Took my wife here for a birthday meal, it was fantastic food and really good service. Best Tapas in town for sure, with lots of choices. Will definitely return.
5. Deli Rocks
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 184 reviews
Reviewed By Karen70P - Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
We had lunch and it was fantastic. We had the Rustica pizza (delicious), Mexican vegetarian pastry and a made-to-order smoked salmon/cheese baguette. All meals were served with salad or grilled vegetables.
The coffee was fantastic, as good as we get in Sydney.
The decor is a mix of Italian and rock and roll, and there is great rock music playing.
6. Bournemouth Pizza Co
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 459 reviews
The best Pizza in Bournemouth made using quality fresh ingredients, with daily prepared dough and cooked in a traditional wood fired Italian oven. To eat in, delivered locally or to take away Open every day, lunch and dinner We are licenced and serve wine and beer with your meal. we also make our own Gluten free bases and serve Violife vegan cheese.
Reviewed By 08mayeseva
Service was super quick which it should be because we were the only ones in there, but the venue is so small felt so claustrophobic. Food was average, nothing special
7. Renoufs
Overall Ratings
5 based on 448 reviews
The Award Winning Renoufs Cheese and Wine Bar brings a great new dining concept to Westbourne, Bournemouth. We boast a superb selection of Cheese and Charcuterie to pair with our extensive selection of wines. We believe we are the only venue in Dorset to be able to offer over 200 different quality wines by the glass. Our cheese and charcuterie boards are simply superb and accompanied with fresh daily baked bread, biscuits, pickles and fruits. We cater for parties of 1-50 and the restaurant can be booked outside of normal opening hours by calling Trevor at the restaurant. Renoufs is all about sharing. Our sharing Boards are over 1 meter in length of cheese, charcuterie, olives, pates, hummus, breads, fruits and so much more.
Reviewed By FifiD_london - London, United Kingdom
We visited the Wimborne branch and it was a fab way to see in the New Year , it is a simple and delicious idea , you can either have huge trays with a selection of cheeses and cold /hot meats with pate, hummus and...MoreHi Fifi Thank you for such a detailed review on our Wimborne Site. I'm so thrilled you spent your New Years Eve with us. We hope to see you again soon, before the next new year! Kindest regards Trevor and The Team.
8. Laluna Restaurant
Overall Ratings
5 based on 314 reviews
Reviewed By eskay101 - Bournemouth, United Kingdom
Popped into Charminster’s best restaurant with my family. Always welcomed by the owner Haytham, food is always superb and you also have a wide range of choice to choose from. I would highly recommend anybody thinking of trying this place out. A must!
9. Alfies Fish and Chips
Overall Ratings
5 based on 205 reviews
Reviewed By patriciapinklady - Southampton, United Kingdom
Alfie's is an amazing fish and chip shop with such friendly and helpful staff. We ate in and the food was freshly cooked to order yet delivered in a perfectly acceptable time. It's a very clean place, very pleasant to sit in. Newspapers are provided and it just ticks all the boxes. The delicious fish and chips are perfectly cooked and are everything you want them to be. A great experience and we look forward to returning soon.
10. English Rose Cafe
Overall Ratings
5 based on 140 reviews
Serve breakfast &lunch
Reviewed By rasbenek - Funchal, Portugal
5* service from arrival to departure. Excellent food, clean, accommodating, no rushing even though queues for seats at the door, and a cute young waitress with a lovely smile, helpful demeanour, and attentive work ethic. There's a lot that bigger business could learn from this bijou eating place. We'll be back for sure.
