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The Anchor Inn, Bridport, Dorset

The Anchor Inn

4.7
4.7
765 Reviews
£25 and under
British

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Charming
  • Dog-friendly
You'll find us nestled snugly right on Seatown Beach, hidden along one of the many coves that litter Dorset's famous Jurassic coastline. Once a smugglers haunt, the pub now serves a seasonal menu with a focus on seafood and fresh local produce.

Complete with wood fires and Palmers award winning ales, the pub is the perfect location to refuel after a day on the coastal path or for a special evening meal with friends or family.

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, Fish, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Bar Daily 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Dave Williamson

What 765 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Dorset

    Best Overall

  • Dorset

    Best Food

  • Dorset

    Best Service

  • Dorset

    Best Ambiance

  • Dorset

    Best Value

  • Dorset

    Kid-friendly

  • Dorset

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Dorset

    Romantic

  • Dorset

    Great for scenic views

  • Dorset

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Dorset

    Lively

  • Dorset

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Anchor Inn offers "fantastic food and service" in a "stunning location" by the beach. This dog-friendly pub is praised for its "great selection" of local ales and welcoming atmosphere. With "delicious" menu options, including gluten-free choices, and warm, efficient staff, it's a must-visit for food lovers.

765 Reviews
  1. Carolyn

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a very enjoyable evening at the Anchor Inn, Golden Cap, last night. The food was delicious, service was good, we had a lovely waitress, from Melbourne, who was very charming and attentive.Altogether a great experience, thankyou. We will be back.

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  2. AlanH4H

    Hampshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Ate there 4 times in 1 week love the staff food and everything

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  3. jo

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and very accommodating as are party grew from 6 to 8 people. Wonderful pub in a beautiful setting.

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  4. Jane

    Dorset3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A lovely warm atmosphere, candles and fires made the pub cosy and welcoming on a frosty evening. The staff were very pleasant and helpful and our main courses and dessert were very well cooked with subtle and tasty sauces.

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  5. Mark

    Bath1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A fantastic location serving great food with just wonderful staff. Not much you can fault TBH.

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  6. John

    Dorset1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved food, was excellent, staff were great See you tomorrow

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  7. William

    Devon1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great home made food, we had the sharing pie which was delicious, starter was also outstanding

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  8. Maureen

    Dorset1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a lovely evening, best fish dish I had in a long time. The rest of our group had the roast and said it was amazing. We were served by Josh who was lovely and very attentive! Can’t rate it enough. Have eaten here over the years, but the food, staff and ambience were the best we have had here! Thanks all a wonderful evening, eating drinking playing cards and hiding from the dreadful wind and rain!

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  9. Rebecca

    Bath2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always the best! Amazing Sunday roast and absolutely impeccable wonderful service

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  10. Jane

    Essex7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful 3 courses today at lunchtime - it was all superb with a very warm welcome and friendly efficient staff and service. The roast beef dinner was delicious, everything cooked so well and just when we thought things couldn’t get much better….along comes that big bowl of sticky toffee pudding heaven! We have eaten here a few times over the years when visiting the area and every time has been top notch.

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FAQs

The Anchor Inn is rated 4.7 stars by 765 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today
Google Map for The Anchor Inn

Seatown, Bridport, Dorset DT6 6JU

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, Fish, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Bar Daily 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Dave Williamson
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