Traditional Restaurants in Dorset

Situated on the bustling and beautiful old quay of Weymouth’s old harbour Mallam’s is one of the top Restaurants in Weymouth for lovers of good food. The building is full of character and charm with many period features and is the perfect setting for a romantic meal, a family event or just somewhere to eat truly exceptional food. The staff will give you a very warm welcome and quality of the food is truly stunning so if you like good food and a lovely cosy ambiance, this is a must visit restaurant for you.

The Eastbury Hotel is a beautiful Georgian Town House Boutique Hotel built in 1715. It offers a level of luxury and sophistication that instantly seduces you with its warmth and serenity. The building is simply amazing inside and out, retaining many of its original features but it is the dining experience that sets it apart from any other restaurant in the area. The food is exceptional, the service beyond reproach but it is the gorgeous conservatory dining area that makes this a truly stunning restaurant to dine in. You will not experience anything like this anywhere and as it is open to non-residents, you owe it to yourself to live a little, so don't waste any more time, book a table here and enjoy one of life's great dining experiences.

Treasure is by definition very hard to find. It can be hidden in clear view but you don’t know it exists until someone points it out to you. The Heritage is a true example of this.....Hidden away in the tiny village of Chickerell, just outside Weymouth, this restaurant offers you one of the most amazing dining experiences in the whole county. The food and service are exceptional and unbelievably good value but it is the personalities of the owners, Anne and John who are the real treasures. A truly unique dining adventure that has to be experienced so go there and sample the treasure for yourself.

The Kings Arms Inn is a lovely period country Inn set in East Stour, North Dorset. Ross Campbell who runs it with his Chefs Dominque and Matt produce truly exceptional food that just has to be experienced. It really is stunning and exceptional value as well. The building itself offers a wonderfully relaxing dining experience with its contempory interior that has also captured the period essence of its history. It is an exceptional place to dine in but it is the food that brings people here from miles around. So if you love great food there is only one place to go, The Kings Arms Inn. If you don't go there to dine, you are missing one of lifes sublime moments.

The Quay Inn is located next to the river and bridge in the historic Town of Wareham that is over 2000 years old and famous in history as being a stronghold of Alfred the Great who built the large earthworks around the town to defend against the Danes in 877 AD. These can still be seen to this day. The Quay Inn offers a unique dining experience and its location provides a relaxing environment to enjoy their great food and the amazing scenery. This is country Inn dining at its very best and people come from miles around to sample their Black Rock Grill dining experience so you owe it to yourslef to see why Dorset is raving about the Quay Inn.

The Mariners is a very special restaurant and hotel in Lyme Regis that offers exquisite food created with its own panache and style. The building is full of period character and provides a very relaxing and stylish ambiance where your pleasure is the only objective and it’s sublime setting makes the dining experience even more memorable. Lunch and dinner do not come much better than this.

Plumber Manor is a beautiful Country House Hotel in the village of Plumber, just outside Sturminster Newton. The House and grounds are simply stunning and as you drive down the driveway and come upon the House, it's splender and beauty tell you your dining experience is going to be very special. This is a truly unique dining experience because along with stunningly exquisite food, it is the setting and ambiance of the building that makes it so special.

Treasure is by definition very hard to find. It can be hidden in clear view but you don’t know it exists until someone points it out to you. The Heritage is a true example of this.....Hidden away in the tiny village of Chickerell, just outside Weymouth, this restaurant offers you one of the most amazing dining experiences in the whole county. The food and service are exceptional and unbelievably good value but it is the personalities of the owners, Anne and John who are the real treasures. A truly unique dining adventure that has to be experienced so go there and sample the treasure for yourself.

The Greyhound Inn is a beautiful period building set in the heart of the stunning village of Corfe Castle which is famous for its ruined castle. The pub is full of character and serves exquisite food virtually all day long and being next to the entrance to the Castle, it is ideally placed for you to visit. This pub is very popular because of the food and the welcome you will receive so come in and visit them and see why people come for miles around to go there.

The New Inn is a gorgeous 16th Century Coaching Inn set in the heart of Dorset in Cerne Abbas. Parts of it actually date back to the 13th century and it retains many period features and character, but what makes it so special is the exceptional food they serve. Jeremy, Vanessa and his Chef Daniel Brinklow took over ownership in June 2009 and they have turned the New Inn into one of the best Gastro pubs in Dorset. As always when you go out somewhere to dine, you want the experience to be really special and the New Inn will give you this and so much more. It is a dining adventure where you get to sample some of the best food available anywhere so, if you love good food and something very special you have to visit the New Inn. Dining out really doesn't come any better than this and of course with the famous Cerne Giant watching over you, you will be in good company.

The New Inn is a gorgeous 16th Century Coaching Inn set in the heart of Dorset in Cerne Abbas. Parts of it actually date back to the 13th century and it retains many period features and character, but what makes it so special is the exceptional food they serve. Jeremy, Vanessa and his Chef Daniel Brinklow took over ownership in June 2009 and they have turned the New Inn into one of the best Gastro pubs in Dorset. As always when you go out somewhere to dine, you want the experience to be really special and the New Inn will give you this and so much more. It is a dining adventure where you get to sample some of the best food available anywhere so, if you love good food and something very special you have to visit the New Inn. Dining out really doesn't come any better than this and of course with the famous Cerne Giant watching over you, you will be in good company.

The Eastbury Hotel is a beautiful Georgian Town House Boutique Hotel built in 1715. It offers a level of luxury and sophistication that instantly seduces you with its warmth and serenity. The building is simply amazing inside and out, retaining many of its original features but it is the dining experience that sets it apart from any other restaurant in the area. The food is exceptional, the service beyond reproach but it is the gorgeous conservatory dining area that makes this a truly stunning restaurant to dine in. You will not experience anything like this anywhere and as it is open to non-residents, you owe it to yourself to live a little, so don't waste any more time, book a table here and enjoy one of life's great dining experiences.

Opened in June 2006 and Located in the Centre of vibrant Lower Parkstone Village, Patrick’s Restaurant and Bar is housed in the premises of a converted bank and is one of the great restaurants in Poole. It's high ceilings, original features and stunning décor make Patrick’s the place to be seen in and the food here is exceptional.

Plumber Manor is a beautiful Country House Hotel in the village of Plumber, just outside Sturminster Newton. The House and grounds are simply stunning and as you drive down the driveway and come upon the House, it's splender and beauty tell you your dining experience is going to be very special. This is a truly unique dining experience because along with stunningly exquisite food, it is the setting and ambiance of the building that makes it so special.

Jean and Terry pride themselves on creating fantastic food, wonderful variety and always make sure the customer's taste buds are tantilized!

The Kings Arms Inn is a lovely period country Inn set in East Stour, North Dorset. Ross Campbell who runs it with his Chefs Dominque and Matt produce truly exceptional food that just has to be experienced. It really is stunning and exceptional value as well. The building itself offers a wonderfully relaxing dining experience with its contempory interior that has also captured the period essence of its history. It is an exceptional place to dine in but it is the food that brings people here from miles around. So if you love great food there is only one place to go, The Kings Arms Inn. If you don't go there to dine, you are missing one of lifes sublime moments.

The Acorn Inn in Evershot is a beautiful charming country Inn that dates back to the 16th Century. The building is gorgeous and full of history and fame. It is the Inn Thomas Hardy called 'The Sow & Acorn' in his book 'Tess of the d'Urbervilles.'.....Words cannot really decribe the character of the interior, it is something you need to experience for yourself but let's just say, it's stunning. You can also stay there which adds to the sensual nature of the occasion, but it is the spectaular food that really sets it apart. This Inn is for lovers of good food and wines who also appreciate lovely period ambience. It is a 'must visit' restaurant for everyone.

The Eastbury Hotel is a beautiful Georgian Town House Boutique Hotel built in 1715. It offers a level of luxury and sophistication that instantly seduces you with its warmth and serenity. The building is simply amazing inside and out, retaining many of its original features but it is the dining experience that sets it apart from any other restaurant in the area. The food is exceptional, the service beyond reproach but it is the gorgeous conservatory dining area that makes this a truly stunning restaurant to dine in. You will not experience anything like this anywhere and as it is open to non-residents, you owe it to yourself to live a little, so don't waste any more time, book a table here and enjoy one of life's great dining experiences.

The Plough is a beautiful period pub just outside Sturminster Newton in a village called Manston. The interior is very unique and offers some very special period features that create a very cosy ambiance. But people really come here for the food which is very special and offers exceptional value and once you visit, you will very quickly become a regular.

The Rose and Crown in Trent is a picturesque rural gem that dates back to the 14th century and fortunately for us, it still retains its amazing character and charm including original features such as a thatched roof, beams, beautiful large period fireplaces and flagstone floors. This is a Country Pub in the classic sense where you can eat fantastic food in an equally stunning setting and enjoy the relaxing ambiance. Country dining does not come any better than this.

Le Bâteau Bar & Bistro is a bar & restaurant situated in the heart of Ashley Cross in Poole. It provides a lively and entertaining atmosphere where you can enjoy great food a have lots of fun and also enjoy those initimate moments with your loved ones so whether you want to sit back and enjoy a drink with friends or sample our fantastic a la carte menu, Le Bateau is the perfect place to unwind...

The Ship Inn is a traditional country Coaching Inn set in a beautiful period building dating back to the 1750's. Inside it has been sympathically resored to reflect its heritage and is full of character and warmth. You can also stay there but the real attraction and the reason people come from miles away to eat there is their stunning food. Dining here really is exceptional, from the three restaurant areas through to the food itself. Spoil yourself and go there.

The Acorn Inn in Evershot is a beautiful charming country Inn that dates back to the 16th Century. The building is gorgeous and full of history and fame. It is the Inn Thomas Hardy called 'The Sow & Acorn' in his book 'Tess of the d'Urbervilles.'.....Words cannot really decribe the character of the interior, it is something you need to experience for yourself but let's just say, it's stunning. You can also stay there which adds to the sensual nature of the occasion, but it is the spectaular food that really sets it apart. This Inn is for lovers of good food and wines who also appreciate lovely period ambience. It is a 'must visit' restaurant for everyone.

Opened in June 2006 and Located in the Centre of vibrant Lower Parkstone Village, Patrick’s Restaurant and Bar is housed in the premises of a converted bank and is one of the great restaurants in Poole. It's high ceilings, original features and stunning décor make Patrick’s the place to be seen in and the food here is exceptional.

The Acorn Inn in Evershot is a beautiful charming country Inn that dates back to the 16th Century. The building is gorgeous and full of history and fame. It is the Inn Thomas Hardy called 'The Sow & Acorn' in his book 'Tess of the d'Urbervilles.'.....Words cannot really decribe the character of the interior, it is something you need to experience for yourself but let's just say, it's stunning. You can also stay there which adds to the sensual nature of the occasion, but it is the spectaular food that really sets it apart. This Inn is for lovers of good food and wines who also appreciate lovely period ambience. It is a 'must visit' restaurant for everyone.

Coppleridge is a family-run country Inn and restaurant situated near Shaftesbury on the beautiful Dorset/Wiltshire borders in England. It offers a wonderfully relaxed and special dining experience that begins as soon as you enter the door into the stunning interior, but the exceptional food and service are the reasons why it is so famous so if you want to experience something very special and unique The Coppleridge should be at the very top of your " restaurants I must visit " list.

The Acorn Inn in Evershot is a beautiful charming country Inn that dates back to the 16th Century. The building is gorgeous and full of history and fame. It is the Inn Thomas Hardy called 'The Sow & Acorn' in his book 'Tess of the d'Urbervilles.'.....Words cannot really decribe the character of the interior, it is something you need to experience for yourself but let's just say, it's stunning. You can also stay there which adds to the sensual nature of the occasion, but it is the spectaular food that really sets it apart. This Inn is for lovers of good food and wines who also appreciate lovely period ambience. It is a 'must visit' restaurant for everyone.

The Red Fort Restaurant is in a different league to any other Indian Restaurant you have ever been to. Why?.....Because it is an Authentic Indian Restaurant. This means it has real Indian Chefs who cook real Indian food in the traditional way. There are no articial colourings in this restaurant. All the produce is fresh and all the ingredients and the preperation is done in the traditional Indian way which means every dish you taste is full of amazing flavours and textures and your taste buds will seriously love you for dining here. They have been voted the No.1 Dorset Indian restaurant by Massala Magazine and AOI Online Foods but that's only half the story. It is the clarity of taste, the gorgeous combination of ingredients and textures that makes this Indian restaurant so special. So, if you thought all Indian restaurants are the same, be prepared to be pleasently surprised because the Red Fort will change your perceptions forever.

The New Inn is a gorgeous 16th Century Coaching Inn set in the heart of Dorset in Cerne Abbas. Parts of it actually date back to the 13th century and it retains many period features and character, but what makes it so special is the exceptional food they serve. Jeremy, Vanessa and his Chef Daniel Brinklow took over ownership in June 2009 and they have turned the New Inn into one of the best Gastro pubs in Dorset. As always when you go out somewhere to dine, you want the experience to be really special and the New Inn will give you this and so much more. It is a dining adventure where you get to sample some of the best food available anywhere so, if you love good food and something very special you have to visit the New Inn. Dining out really doesn't come any better than this and of course with the famous Cerne Giant watching over you, you will be in good company.

Coppleridge is a family-run country Inn and restaurant situated near Shaftesbury on the beautiful Dorset/Wiltshire borders in England. It offers a wonderfully relaxed and special dining experience that begins as soon as you enter the door into the stunning interior, but the exceptional food and service are the reasons why it is so famous so if you want to experience something very special and unique The Coppleridge should be at the very top of your " restaurants I must visit " list.

Le Bâteau Bar & Bistro is a bar & restaurant situated in the heart of Ashley Cross in Poole. It provides a lively and entertaining atmosphere where you can enjoy great food a have lots of fun and also enjoy those initimate moments with your loved ones so whether you want to sit back and enjoy a drink with friends or sample our fantastic a la carte menu, Le Bateau is the perfect place to unwind...

Opened in June 2006 and Located in the Centre of vibrant Lower Parkstone Village, Patrick’s Restaurant and Bar is housed in the premises of a converted bank and is one of the great restaurants in Poole. It's high ceilings, original features and stunning décor make Patrick’s the place to be seen in and the food here is exceptional.

The Rose and Crown in Trent is a picturesque rural gem that dates back to the 14th century and fortunately for us, it still retains its amazing character and charm including original features such as a thatched roof, beams, beautiful large period fireplaces and flagstone floors. This is a Country Pub in the classic sense where you can eat fantastic food in an equally stunning setting and enjoy the relaxing ambiance. Country dining does not come any better than this.

Do you have a passion of stunning food?......Do you love exciting new dining experiences?.....And do you like to try something very special?....If you do, The Nelson Tavern in Mudeford on the edge of Christchurch is made just for you. This is a place for people who love exceptional food. And I do mean exceptional. The main bar area is tastefully presented with a slightly oriental feel and serves tradional food to standards unprecidented in the area. The other side is the Pacific 23 Restaurant which serves Thai food that is the best you will ever taste, anywhere. Everything here is perfection. The building, the decor, the food and service. It all provides a lovely feel of relaxation and an exciting vibancy that seduces you with its elegance. It really is exceptional in every way and if you like fresh fish and Lobsters, this is where you need to go because uniquely they have their own Lobster tank. So, if you only go out once in your life to dine, make sure it it here because The Nelson Tavern really is the best there is.

The Ship Inn is a traditional country Coaching Inn set in a beautiful period building dating back to the 1750's. Inside it has been sympathically resored to reflect its heritage and is full of character and warmth. You can also stay there but the real attraction and the reason people come from miles away to eat there is their stunning food. Dining here really is exceptional, from the three restaurant areas through to the food itself. Spoil yourself and go there.

Coppleridge is a family-run country Inn and restaurant situated near Shaftesbury on the beautiful Dorset/Wiltshire borders in England. It offers a wonderfully relaxed and special dining experience that begins as soon as you enter the door into the stunning interior, but the exceptional food and service are the reasons why it is so famous so if you want to experience something very special and unique The Coppleridge should be at the very top of your " restaurants I must visit " list.

The Plough is a beautiful period pub just outside Sturminster Newton in a village called Manston. The interior is very unique and offers some very special period features that create a very cosy ambiance. But people really come here for the food which is very special and offers exceptional value and once you visit, you will very quickly become a regular.

The Ship Inn is a traditional country Coaching Inn set in a beautiful period building dating back to the 1750's. Inside it has been sympathically resored to reflect its heritage and is full of character and warmth. You can also stay there but the real attraction and the reason people come from miles away to eat there is their stunning food. Dining here really is exceptional, from the three restaurant areas through to the food itself. Spoil yourself and go there.

The Kings Arms Inn is a lovely period country Inn set in East Stour, North Dorset. Ross Campbell who runs it with his Chefs Dominque and Matt produce truly exceptional food that just has to be experienced. It really is stunning and exceptional value as well. The building itself offers a wonderfully relaxing dining experience with its contempory interior that has also captured the period essence of its history. It is an exceptional place to dine in but it is the food that brings people here from miles around. So if you love great food there is only one place to go, The Kings Arms Inn. If you don't go there to dine, you are missing one of lifes sublime moments.

The Greyhound Inn is a beautiful period building set in the heart of the stunning village of Corfe Castle which is famous for its ruined castle. The pub is full of character and serves exquisite food virtually all day long and being next to the entrance to the Castle, it is ideally placed for you to visit. This pub is very popular because of the food and the welcome you will receive so come in and visit them and see why people come for miles around to go there.

The Cloisters Restaurant is a very friendly, family run business that has been trading for a impressive 20 years!
Karen and Pat(The chefs)pride themselves on all the menu being Homemade.

The Mariners is a very special restaurant and hotel in Lyme Regis that offers exquisite food created with its own panache and style. The building is full of period character and provides a very relaxing and stylish ambiance where your pleasure is the only objective and it’s sublime setting makes the dining experience even more memorable. Lunch and dinner do not come much better than this.