THE 10 BEST Restaurants in Dorset

Recommend restaurants in Dorset for January

Updated in 2026

Season’s Restaurant at the Eastbury Hotel

4.1/5

9 Reviews

€€-€€€

Western-style

TheForkUserThe service here was 1st class, the ambience was great and the young lad playing the piano was amazing! Whilst I thought the food overall was good, I have to admit I was a little disappointed. The choice was a little limited and not quite the standard I was expecting, especially after reading the reviews. As we were staying at The Eastbury for 3 nights we did in fact, eat here again on our last evening and again the menu was the same with the De Savary choice on offer also the same, I thought they may have changed it up a bit but obviously cooked a big batch and just needed to get rid of it all.

The Four Horsemen Pub

5/5

1 Reviews

€

based on 150 reviews

Bars/Bistros

Ye Olde George Inn

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The Engine Room Restaurant

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Coffee Shops

Cafe Rouge - Bournemouth

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Western-style

The Lyme Bay Cafe and Bar

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Seafood

Brix & Co

4/5

1 Reviews

€

Fahrenheit Balcony Restaurant

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Western-style

Fudge Kitchen

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Fast Food

Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel restaurant

4.4/5

43 Reviews

€

Reservation Available

Western-style

TheForkUserGreat selection for breakfast and lots of Gluten free options. Lovely staff very helpful. Thai red curry wasn't nice though but apart from that all great

Blue Mango

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Southeast Asian

Harbour Heights

4.8/5

5 Reviews

€

Reservation Available

Bars/Bistros

_TI***dbWhile the food was good, the portion sizes varied greatly among dishes, which could be improved for a more consistent dining experience.

Hotel Miramar - The Drawing Room

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Reservation Available

Bars/Bistros

Al Molo Dorchester

4.6/5

5 Reviews

€

Reservation Available

Seafood

_TI***pbAl Molo offers a fantastic menu with generous portion sizes. Everything we ordered was delicious, and the atmosphere was perfect for a lovely meal out. Highly recommend it!

The Riverside

4.3/5

19 Reviews

€

Reservation Available

Western-style

TheForkUserFantastic restaurant on the water. We ate in the bar as we had our dog with us and they were so friendly - even providing plush dog beds! Food was fab and well priced and service was quick. We ate in 3 restaurants over the weekend in the area and it was easily the best!

Real Eating Company Cafe

4/5

1 Reviews

€

Coffee Shops

The Anchorage

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Seafood

The Old Ox Inn

4/5

1 Reviews

€

Western-style

Li's Chinese Takeaway Northbourne

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Yates Bournemouth

4/5

1 Reviews

€

based on 116 reviews

Bars/Bistros

Smokin' Aces - Cocktail Bar & Whiskey Lounge

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based on 236 reviews

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Cameo Bournemouth

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based on 116 reviews

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Belvedere Inn

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based on 103 reviews

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Number 10 Cafe Bar - Bridport

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based on 38 reviews

Bars/Bistros

Stag's Head Inn

4.3/5

10 Reviews

€€-€€€

Western-style

TheForkUserLovely Pub with excellent food and staff, we had a great time as a family here and would recommend it to anyone show appreciates English pubs in lovely settings

The Dining Room

4.4/5

5 Reviews

€€-€€€

Reservation Available

Western-style

_TI***euThe service at Chewton Glen was exceptional, especially from our waitress Vicky, who made our evening feel special. The food exceeded our expectations, particularly the burgers and onion rings!

Lanes

4.8/5

12 Reviews

€

Reservation Available

Western-style

TheForkUserWe always get looked after so well , waiting staff are friendly and welcoming and efficient. The food we had was excellent and flavoursome . Complements to the chefs !

The Trough

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Coffee Shops

The Burley Inn

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Western-style

Pythouse Kitchen Garden

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Barbeque