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1. Ivy Bournemouth

4.5

Awesome(70)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • Bournemouth

Booked 136 times today

Nestled in the coastal town of Bournemouth, The Ivy brings a taste of luxury to the local dining scene. Discover menus featuring modern British cuisine to brasserie classics and fantastic vegan and vegetarian dishes, with something for everyone to love. From breakfast through to dinner seven days a week, the restaurant offers a luxurious haven in a stunning and elegant setting.

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2. Côte Brasserie - Bournemouth

4.7

Exceptional(85)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• French • Bournemouth

Booked 42 times today

Cote is inspired by the brasseries of Paris, serving authentic French dishes all day in our classically designed restaurants. We are committed to producing authentic French classics, freshly cooked to order, from the highest quality sourced ingredients.

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3. Dancing Moose Ashley Cross

4.2

Awesome(76)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• British • Poole

Booked 12 times today

Throughout the day we serve up fresh food and chilled vibes. From breakfast until dinner, we arethe place to be, no matter what the occasion. For a catch up with friends over a creamy latte andsmashed avo on sourdough, to seal your business deal with clients over small plates and a glassof wine, or even if you want to come in, kick back and read the newspaper – we don’t mind,we’ve got you covered!If you’re out with your pup, well behaved four-legged friends are more than welcome with us, as long as youdon’t mind our team giving them a bit of fuss! Ask one of the servers for a water bowl, and ifyou’re lucky – occasional treats will also be available!By night, we take things up a level… we rock out disco beats that make it feel like the weekendno matter what day of the week it is! Let us serve you the best food and craft you a killer cocktailto go with it. Book your table to make sure you don’t miss out.

4. TIIEN THAI

4.6

Exceptional(1595)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Thai • Bournemouth

Booked 8 times today

*** Tiien Thai has won Best Thai Restaurant in the UK 2023 ***For more information about the award, please visit our website at: https://www.tiienthairestaurant.co.uk/reviews.At Tiien Thai Restaurant Bournemouth, we are proud to create exceptional food that is carefully prepared and beautifully presented.Here you will experience joy and harmony in a serene yet contemporary environment where the most exciting Thai food will be served. Also available for take away.Our head chef, Pong Pan, sources only the finest authentic Thai ingredients to produce the most sublime flavours. His team at Tiien will guide you on a magical adventure of tastes, aromas and textures.

5. Pho Bournemouth

4.6

Exceptional(348)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Vietnamese • Bournemouth

Booked 10 times today

Healthy Vietnamese Street Food, we specialise in serving pho noodle soup, hearty curries, delicious chicken wings, sharing spring rolls, and much more besides...

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6. The Crab at Bournemouth

4.4

Awesome(1632)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Bournemouth

Booked 7 times today

The Crab at Bournemouth is one of Dorset's finest, AA rated 2 rosette seafood restaurant.Situated directly opposite the Bournemouth International Center and just moments from Bournemouth Pier.Our passionate chefs create an array of delicious dishes sourced from fresh, local produce. Our contemporary surroundings have friendly and personable staff that will make you feel most welcome. A lovely, relaxing atmosphere with an open balcony when weather permits.A £5 per person deposit fee is required to make a restaurant booking to confirm and secure the reservation.Dress Code of Smart Casual (No sportswear, fleeces, sliders, flip flops or beachwear) enforced from 5:30pm. You will be refused entry if not dressed in smart casual attire.Children aged 8 and under may dine in the restaurant on tables booked with adults between 5:30pm-7:30pm, children's menu is also available. If you are more than 15 minutes late to a booking, there is a possibility your table my no longer be available.

7. Art Sushi

4.9

Exceptional(491)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese Speciality • Bournemouth

Booked 7 times today

Art Sushi was named on The Good Food Guide top 100 restaurants also the OpenTable top 100 restaurants in the UK and included in both the MICHELIN Guide and Good Food Guide. Chef Kamil Skalczynski - a finalist of the World’s major and most prestigious tournaments for Sushi Masters.WORLD SUSHI CUP 2016 IN JAPAN and also GLOBAL SUSHI CHALLENGE 2015. Adviser World Sushi Skills Institute and also He won the Certificate of International Sushi Kuro-Obi and International Proficiency, the Only accepted In the World, awarded by the Japanese Government under the Leadership of the Japanese Association „SUSHI WSSI ALL JAPAN ASSOCIATIONS AND NORWEGIAN COUNCIL SUSHI AND SEAFOOD”.Co-founder of Japanese Restaurants, awarded by ‘AWARDS OF EXELLENCE BY POLAND 100 BEST RESTAURANTS”. Chef in Chef Academy & Cookery School.He gained his experience working and completing internships in well known restaurants in Poland, the Michelin Star Atelier Amaro and also he graduated the Academy of Jean Bos.

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8. Da Vinci's Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria

4.5

Awesome(611)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Poole

Booked 4 times today

Welcome to Da Vinci’s, the best Italian restaurant on Poole Quay and only a stone’s throw away from the water’s edge. Established in 1993, Da Vinci’s is a family-run business, specialising in fresh, local ingredients, cooked in true Italian style. Whether you are seeking a casual pizza supper in a cosy Italian atmosphere or a special meal in a venue that can cater for your special occasion, Da Vinci’s has the answer. Our beautiful Italian restaurant in Poole has a cosy downstairs right on the Quay front and own upstairs dining room features seven windows overlooking the harbour.We are family friendly (hey, we’re Italian!) have highchairs and can provide smaller portions of pasta for children.

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9. Dilli Haat Westbourne

4.4

Awesome(98)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Indian • Bournemouth

Booked 2 times today

Welcome to Dilli Haat Westbourne! Our mission, to bring you the rich and aromatic flavours of India, we present Dilli Haat. Driven with our passion for cooking and serving only the best dishes, using locally sourced ingredients where possible. We welcome you to experience the journey of love for delicious home cooked Indian food. We endeavour to tickle your taste buds with authentic, mouth-watering food that truly reflects the traditional flavours of India…. Enjoy!

10. TWELVE EATERY

4.8

Exceptional(977)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Vegan • Bournemouth

Booked 1 time today

Sustainability and nutritional is at the core of Twelve. There are no obvious vegan cues and most of our guests don’t even make the connection that the menus is plant-based.Twelve is defined not by what’s missing but by what it is.Twelve Eatery is where vegans, vegetarians, pescetarians, flexitarians, omnivores and meat eaters meet to try creative dishes in a good atmosphere with stylish interiors.We believe great food and good music should be enjoyed by everyone!

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Dorset •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Absolute treat from start to finish! Food and service excellent
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Ivy BournemouthPrice: Moderate• British• Bournemouth
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4.5
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Steve
Jersey/Channel Islands •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Out with family members and chose the sharing dishes. All were delicious and not too spicy hot as requested. Staff attentive and catered for our needs.
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TIIEN THAIPrice: Expensive• Thai• Bournemouth
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4.6
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nicholas
Cambridge/Cambridgeshire •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Lovely staff.Accomidsted table change as o e if us couldn't manage stairs. Great food.
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Côte Brasserie - BournemouthPrice: Moderate• French• Bournemouth
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4.7
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Ellen
Glasgow/Lanarkshire •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Really attentive and helpful staff, good music choice, food was outstanding!
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Dancing Moose Ashley CrossPrice: Expensive• British• Poole
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4.2
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Theresa
Dorset •1 review
5.0
Dined on Mar 4, 2025
Superb service and fantastic food all within a short walk of my bus stop!
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Pho BournemouthPrice: Moderate• Vietnamese• Bournemouth
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4.6

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