ON WHAT can only be described as a pretty gloomy Saturday, what better way to spark some joy than through food this evening. 

Across Dorset we're spoilt for choice with some of the best pubs, restaurants and takeaways to choose from.

So, whether you're going out this evening or taking a chill on the sofa, we've rounded up some of the best burgers in the county to help give you some dinner inspiration tonight. 

Here are the best rated burgers across Dorset (according to customers on Google Reviews): 

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole: 

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Here are some of the best rated burgers in Dorset

  • Mokobo Burger

926-928 Christchurch Rd, Boscombe, Bournemouth BH7 6DL

Heralded as 'the best burger in the UK' by customers, family friendly burger joint Mokobo has really hit a home run with customers. 

Another customer said: ""Awesome service, the guys here are the best! And the food is really good. A true jewel in this small city."

They have a whopping 4.5 stars and 211 reviews. 

  • Lazy Fox 

 18 Seamoor Rd, Westbourne, Bournemouth BH4 9AR

The Lazy Fox in Westbourne has a wide and varied menu with something for everyone no  matter their dietary requirements. 

A previous customer gave this piece of advice: "Best burgers in town - not only are their food and drinks amazing, their staff are the best! If you go, please order the halloumi popcorn, literally the best side there!"

They have 4.6 stars with 266 reviews. 

Weymouth and Portland: 

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Vegan burger

  • The Dorset Burger Company 

6 King St, Weymouth DT4 7BH

With an impeccable reputation among customers The Dorset Burger Company has an incredible 1,022 reviews with a rating of 4.7. 

Using locally sourced ingredients to create their burgers the menu has plenty of choice including a large vegan  offering.

There are lots of creative options including 'The Mambo No 6' cajun chicken burger with grilled pineapple and garlic mayo. 

One happy customer said: "Best burger ever! Amazing taste and great service with a smile. Definitely be going back soon."

  • Billy Winters

Ferry Bridge Boatyard, Portland Beach Rd, Weymouth DT4 9JZ

​Billy Winters looks right over Portland Harbour and offers authentic street-food and cocktails. 

One customer said: "Good food. Excellent mushroom burger and halloumi burgers."

Another person said: "Great place - awesome menu. Right on the beach with great views of the mainland and portland. I had the squid burger, which was very nice. Highly recommended."

With more than 1,000 reviews Billy Winters has 4.5 stars. 

Dorchester: 

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Here are some of the best rated burgers in Dorset

  • Cow and Apple

30 Trinity St, Dorchester DT1 1TT

This town centre burger and cider bar has gone down a storm with previous customers who simply can't get enough of their food. 

They have received 4.5 stars and more than 250 reviews.

One happy customer said: "Possibly the best burgers ever! Really great atmosphere and the staff are incredibly friendly and helpful!"

Another added: "Genuinely the best burger I've had in years. Highly recommended."

  • Georgie Porgie Pie and Burger Co

1 Alexandra Rd, Dorchester DT1 2LZ

Now if you're really hungry and want something delicious and filling tonight then you could try Georgie Porgie Pie and Burger Co on Alexandra Road. 

They have a whopping 4.7 stars and more than 230 reviews.

One customer commented: "Cannot overstate how good this place is. Burger and a pie in one meal (although you can order separately).

"Great concept - couldn’t say no. The quality of both was exceptional.

"The care and effort the kitchen staff put in really shows.

"The pie was incredible. The burger was incredible. Don’t know which I preferred but they were both 10/10."

Blandford Forum: 

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Here are some of the best rated burgers in Dorset

  • The Baker Arms

The Cross, Child Okeford, Blandford Forum DT11 8ED

The Baker Arms in Child Okeford near Blandford Forum is the best place for a burger in the area.

One glowing review states: “We stayed for a few days at Daisy Cottage in the grounds of this pub.

“We thoroughly enjoyed our time spent in The Baker Arms. The food and drink was excellent and the hospitality second to none.

“Very nice surroundings with a lovely pub garden which was very nice to spend some time in enjoying the sun.

“Great food, great staff, would highly recommend a visit.”

Swanage:

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  • The Office Cafe

Unit 1 Prospect Business Park, Swanage BH19 1EJ

With an inventive and exciting menu, The Office Cafe really pushes the boat out and expands what a burger can and should be. 

One customer said: "Just had the new biscoff burger and it was amazing. This place has the best burgers in town - ighly recommended."

With 4.8 stars another customer called them the 'best burgers in Swanage'. 

They said: "Both us and the kids thoroughly enjoyed the burgers, fries and chicken tenders. Would definitely go again! Best burgers in Swanage!"

  • The 1859 Pier Cafe & Bistro 

Pier, Swanage BH19 2AW

The restaurant has 4.5 stars with more than 250 reviews. 

One reviewer said: “Visited for lunch with family as we had an uncle visiting from abroad and decided 1859 was the perfect place to take him.

“Food was great as always, I had the Mexican Beef Burger which is a firm favourite and my uncle agreed after ordering the same.

“Staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, adding to a lovely experience.

“With the food, overall atmosphere and the amazing view, I couldn’t recommend a better place.”

This list is by no-means exhaustive -  If your favourite has been missed then give them a shout-out in the comments below!