IT'S probably the closest place to foodie heaven you'll find in Bournemouth. And I'm not just talking about the quality of food, the Edge is one of the highest restaurants in town offering a bird's eye view of the coast.

Like many people I was dismayed when I heard there were plans to convert this uber chic bar and restaurant into more apartments.

But the good news is that it's still open for business for the foreseeable future. (The head chef is already working on a special menu for the air show in August).

If you're not local - it might take a bit of finding as its on the fourth floor of a plush apartment block in a residential area of Alum Chine - just a few feet from the beach.

To access the restaurant, you take a glass elevator to the fourth floor where you are warmly welcomed by the amenable manager, Kamil Rymarz.

On arrival we were shown to our table with a stunning view of the Dorset coastline. If you like to dine with a view, this really would take some beating.

The menu offers a selection of modern British classics and promises the freshest local produce and five star service.

For my first course I had Double Baked Cheese Soufflé (£8.50) which came with an apple and walnut salad on the side. The soufflé was full of flavour, light and fluffy, but my husband's Portland Crab (£11) was the real star of the starters.

The crab meat tasted so fresh and was combined with a lemon crème fraiche and served on top of an avocado purée with asparagus and a brioche crumb topping.

But my main course was in the same league. I had fillet of hake (£22) which was without doubt one of the best fish dishes I've had in a while.

The fish was tender, succulent, topped with a crumbly, nut crust, which was an inspired combination, and served with fondant potatoes, cauliflower puree with florets of cauliflower and chicken wings, which seemed like an odd addition, but didn't detract from the more delicate flavour of the fish.

My other half had roasted rump of lamb (£21) served with rosemary, polenta, mushroom puree with ratatouille, spinach, goat's cheese and a tapenade which he declared was also a triumph.

For dessert we shared Salted Caramel Arctic Roll (£7) filled with white chocolate mousse, peanut butter and candied peanuts. I often don't bother with pudding as I don't have a sweet-tooth, but I'm so glad I didn't miss out on the opportunity to try this one - it was superb.

The Edge is the perfect choice for a special occasion. The decor is modern classic with plenty of rich fabrics and vibrant colours. There is also an upper floor with a 360-degree view for more intimate private functions.

So if you've not been to the Edge, take time to visit while you still can - you won't regret it.