Restaurants

Pho, the healthy Vietnamese street food restaurant group, is celebrating the UK’s record “pho’king hot summer” with the exclusive launch of Pink Sriracha, available only in their restaurants nationwide, including in Bournemouth, until the end of

Bournemouth restaurant launches £5 Pink Wednesdays menu and pink sriracha sauce

Max Stanford and Isileli Joe Tuivai at Funki Griller's 100oz Beast Challenge

Max Stanford and Isileli Joe Tuivai at Funki Griller's 100oz Beast Challenge

Britain's top competitive eater smashes through Bournemouth's 100oz beast challenge

Drgnfly Pan Asian Restaurant

Drgnfly Pan Asian Restaurant

Poole restaurant wants to provide late-night refreshments and music until 3:30am

Chicken & Blues has announced an exciting new collaboration with Levi Roots, bringing together the restaurant group’s award-winning chicken and the legendary Reggae Reggae Jerk BBQ Sauce to create a limited-edition summer special.

Chicken & Blues has announced an exciting new collaboration with Levi Roots, bringing together the restaurant group’s award-winning chicken and the legendary Reggae Reggae Jerk BBQ Sauce to create a limited-edition summer special.

Award-winning restaurant teams up with Levi Roots to launch limited-edition wrap

Grillix Ltd has submitted an application to BCP Council for a premises licence for late-night refreshment at Grillix, 402-4 Ashley Road, Poole, BH14 0AA.

Grillix Ltd has submitted an application to BCP Council for a premises licence for late-night refreshment at Grillix, 402-4 Ashley Road, Poole, BH14 0AA.

Fast food restaurant in Poole wants to serve late-night refreshments until 4am

The scores are in — the latest batch of food hygiene ratings for Dorset restaurants, cafes, takeaways and businesses have been revealed.

The scores are in — the latest batch of food hygiene ratings for Dorset restaurants, cafes, takeaways and businesses have been revealed.

Food Hygiene Ratings

Dorset food hygiene ratings - latest scores revealed for cafes and restaurants

Supercharger South Limited submitted an application for the KFC premises at 405–407 Ashley Road in Poole to have a premises licence allowing it to serve indoors and outdoors.

Supercharger South Limited submitted an application for the KFC premises at 405–407 Ashley Road in Poole to have a premises licence allowing it to serve indoors and outdoors.

KFC restaurant in Poole wants to serve late-night refreshments until 5am

58-59 Westover Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH1 2BZ

58-59 Westover Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH1 2BZ

'Historic' sea-view restaurant in Bournemouth goes under hammer this month

Bournemouth and Poole College

Bournemouth and Poole College

College restaurant in Bournemouth wants to sell alcohol and provide live music

(Left) runner-up Rob Neale and (right) winner Rob Coulton, with Ryan Perry of Crafty Beer Boy Food and Beer Pairing, MasterChef 2025 quarter finalist Kayleigh Bowler, Reg Pielesz from Jurassic Coast Fine Foods, and TGBBO contestant Maggie Richardson.

(Left) runner-up Rob Neale and (right) winner Rob Coulton, with Ryan Perry of Crafty Beer Boy Food and Beer Pairing, MasterChef 2025 quarter finalist Kayleigh Bowler, Reg Pielesz from Jurassic Coast Fine Foods, and TGBBO contestant Maggie Richardson.

Champion sausage roll-maker crowned in competition from Dorset restaurant

From June 8 to June 18 any Italian national dining at Zizzi will receive a free main course simply by presenting a valid Italian passport.

From June 8 to June 18 any Italian national dining at Zizzi will receive a free main course simply by presenting a valid Italian passport.

Zizzi offers free meals to Italians at its restaurants during the World Cup

Sir Geoff Hurst 'kicks off' The Ivy's 1966 menu in celebration of the FIFA World Cup and The Ivy Collection's Summer of Sport

Sir Geoff Hurst 'kicks off' The Ivy's 1966 menu in celebration of the FIFA World Cup and The Ivy Collection's Summer of Sport

The Ivy Collection launch World Cup-inspired menu with Sir Geoff Hurst

Wagamama will open its newest location at Tower Park in Poole on June 22

Wagamama will open its newest location at Tower Park in Poole on June 22

Wagamama set to open new restaurant at Tower Park in Poole later this month

Indi’s Restaurant, located on 38-40 Poole Hill, Bournemouth, BH2 5PS, has submitted an application to BCP Council for a premises licence under the Licensing Act 2003.

Indi’s Restaurant, located on 38-40 Poole Hill, Bournemouth, BH2 5PS, has submitted an application to BCP Council for a premises licence under the Licensing Act 2003.

Bournemouth restaurant applies to BCP Council for a premises licence

Mat Weir, First Table founder

Mat Weir, First Table founder

New app allows diners 50 per cent off meals at some of Bournemouth's best restaurants

China Fusion Original Ltd is seeking permission from BCP Council to serve alcohol on-site from 12pm to 3pm and from 5pm to 11pm, Monday to Sunday, extending to 1am on public holidays.

China Fusion Original Ltd is seeking permission from BCP Council to serve alcohol on-site from 12pm to 3pm and from 5pm to 11pm, Monday to Sunday, extending to 1am on public holidays.

Poole restaurant applies to BCP Council for premises licence to serve alcohol

Omar Karimi has applied to BCP Council for a variation of a premises licence at Chicken Valley to extend its trading hours on Fridays, Saturdays and bank holidays from 11am to 3am. The proposal also requests closing at 1.30am from Sunday to Thursday.

Omar Karimi has applied to BCP Council for a variation of a premises licence at Chicken Valley to extend its trading hours on Fridays, Saturdays and bank holidays from 11am to 3am. The proposal also requests closing at 1.30am from Sunday to Thursday.

Bournemouth takeaway applies for premises licence variation to stay open late

Jenkins & Sons Restaurant & Bar in Penn Hill, Poole, is holding a competition to find the ultimate sausage roll.

Jenkins & Sons Restaurant & Bar in Penn Hill, Poole, is holding a competition to find the ultimate sausage roll.

Dorset restaurant launches competition to find the ultimate sausage roll

Zambrero development agents for West Midlands and South West.

Zambrero development agents for West Midlands and South West.

Mexican restaurant chain targets Bournemouth and Poole in expansion plans

Dan Wilby has been appointed at Key West Coastal Restaurant on Bournemouth Pier.

Dan Wilby has been appointed at Key West Coastal Restaurant on Bournemouth Pier.

Bournemouth Pier

Chef who cooked for Charli XCX and Peter Kay takes over Bournemouth Pier kitchen

Designed to delight little ones and grown-ups alike, Breakfast with The Ivy Bunny features a curated breakfast menu with Easter surprises throughout the morning.

Designed to delight little ones and grown-ups alike, Breakfast with The Ivy Bunny features a curated breakfast menu with Easter surprises throughout the morning.

What’s on at The Ivy this easter and spring: key dates, menus and experiences

Bournemouth Pavilion’s Terrace Bistro and its neighbouring al fresco eating and drinking hot spot, the South Terrace, have reopened today ahead of the Easter holidays.

Bournemouth Pavilion’s Terrace Bistro and its neighbouring al fresco eating and drinking hot spot, the South Terrace, have reopened today ahead of the Easter holidays.

Popular bistro and outdoor terrace reopening today at Bournemouth Pavilion

Elaine Wilkins, director, Antony Batty & Co Ltd.

Elaine Wilkins, director, Antony Batty & Co Ltd.

Bournemouth firm issues business owners safety 'watchlist' before April

The restaurants, cafés and pubs where kids eat free or for £1 this Easter

The restaurants, cafés and pubs where kids eat free or for £1 this Easter

Family Days Out

Kids eat free Easter 2026 - full UK list of deals where kids eat free or for £1

Prezzo Italian is set to delight diners with its limited-time ‘Mega Monday’ event, offering 99p mains and kids meals for a quid for one day only valid today.

Prezzo Italian is set to delight diners with its limited-time ‘Mega Monday’ event, offering 99p mains and kids meals for a quid for one day only valid today.

99p mains are back at Prezzo Italian restaurants in Dorset only for today

Recently Sheena and 36 others, raised funds for Joy to the World, at Joy Indian Restaurant in Ferndown.

Recently Sheena and 36 others, raised funds for Joy to the World, at Joy Indian Restaurant in Ferndown.

Meet the woman who spreads joy across the Bournemouth community through kindness

The Guildhall Poole Ltd submitted the application to BCP Council for The Guildhall Tavern, a seafood and grill restaurant on Market Street, Poole.

The Guildhall Poole Ltd submitted the application to BCP Council for The Guildhall Tavern, a seafood and grill restaurant on Market Street, Poole.

Poole restaurant applies to serve alcohol and host live music in outdoor area

Exeter Beach Hospitality Ltd has submitted plans for a premises license for the Neo Restaurant in Bournemouth to BCP Council.

Exeter Beach Hospitality Ltd has submitted plans for a premises license for the Neo Restaurant in Bournemouth to BCP Council.

Bournemouth restaurant applies to serve alcohol until 1am seven days a week

Slim Chickens is bringing its mouth-watering menu to Tower Park in Poole – with the grand opening planned for 12pm on Wednesday March 25.

Slim Chickens is bringing its mouth-watering menu to Tower Park in Poole – with the grand opening planned for 12pm on Wednesday March 25.

Popular chicken chain to open new restaurant at Dorset shopping park next week

Restaurant and takeaway Khaya has applied to BCP Council for a premises licence to serve alcohol in Bournemouth.

Restaurant and takeaway Khaya has applied to BCP Council for a premises licence to serve alcohol in Bournemouth.

Bournemouth restaurant and takeaway applies for premises license to sell alcohol

Bondabang Family Ltd has submitted a premises licence application to Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) Council for Bon Dabang, the Korean style cafe and restaurant located at Unit 1 Calendula Place, 752-778 Christchurch Road.

Bondabang Family Ltd has submitted a premises licence application to Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) Council for Bon Dabang, the Korean style cafe and restaurant located at Unit 1 Calendula Place, 752-778 Christchurch Road.

Korean style cafe and restaurant in Bournemouth applies for premises license

The Slim Chickens restaurant in Poole seeks to serve alcohol until midnight.

The Slim Chickens restaurant in Poole seeks to serve alcohol until midnight.

Slim Chickens in Poole applies to BCP Council to serve alcohol until midnight

Top Dorset chef and restauranteur Colin Nash will be a guest at this year’s Wimborne Food Festival on Saturday 19th September.

Top Dorset chef and restauranteur Colin Nash will be a guest at this year’s Wimborne Food Festival on Saturday 19th September.

Wimborne Food Festival

Dorset food festival returns and welcomes celebrity chef as first headliner

Chef Quentin Royles of EIGHTEEN Restaurant & Bar, located within the Kings Arm Hotel in Christchurch.

Chef Quentin Royles of EIGHTEEN Restaurant & Bar, located within the Kings Arm Hotel in Christchurch.

Eighteen Restaurant & Bar brings farm-to-table dining excellence to Christchurch

The Jetty restaurant is celebrating its 15th anniversary with special menus.

The Jetty restaurant is celebrating its 15th anniversary with special menus.

Christchurch restaurant celebrates anniversary with special menus

The Crab at Park Central Hotel in Exeter Road, Bournemouth

The Crab at Park Central Hotel in Exeter Road, Bournemouth

'Bournemouth's best' unveils exciting new Christmas menu

Katy and Neil said their bistro is about

Katy and Neil said their bistro is about

New 'relaxed, fresh and seasonal' bistro opens in Poole

Kids eat free for half term at Prezzo restaurants

Kids eat free for half term at Prezzo restaurants

Children and young people

Pubs, restaurants and cafes where kids eat free this half term

Top places to go for a roast dinner according to Tripadvisor

Top places to go for a roast dinner according to Tripadvisor

Top recommendations for a Sunday roast in Dorset

We turned to Tripadvisor to discover the best places to get dessert in Bournemouth. Pictures: Canva

We turned to Tripadvisor to discover the best places to get dessert in Bournemouth. Pictures: Canva

Top 5 places to get dessert in Bournemouth according to Tripadvisor reviews

Frankie & Benny’s refreshes summer menu with Italian touch – See it here (PA)

Frankie & Benny’s refreshes summer menu with Italian touch – See it here (PA)

Frankie & Benny’s refreshes summer menu with Italian touch – See it here

Hygiene ratings for every McDonald's in Bournemouth. Picture: PA

Hygiene ratings for every McDonald's in Bournemouth. Picture: PA

Hygiene ratings for every McDonald's in Bournemouth

Find the best steakhouse to take your dad to this Father's Day. Picture: Canva

Find the best steakhouse to take your dad to this Father's Day. Picture: Canva

Best steakhouses in Bournemouth according to Tripadvisor reviews

Toby Carvery's A Right Royal Kids’ Breakfast (Toby Carvery)

Toby Carvery's A Right Royal Kids’ Breakfast (Toby Carvery)

Platinum Jubilee deals at Toby Carvery, Harvester, Stonehouse and more

McDonald's reveals two deals you can get this week - How to redeem (PA)

McDonald's reveals two deals you can get this week - How to redeem (PA)

McDonald's reveals two deals you can get this week - How to redeem

Michelin starred restaurants have been ranked according to affordability – find out which ones won’t break the bank. Picture: Parkdean Resorts

Michelin starred restaurants have been ranked according to affordability – find out which ones won’t break the bank. Picture: Parkdean Resorts

UK's most affordable Michelin star restaurants revealed - see the list

McDonald's sign (PA)

McDonald's sign (PA)

McDonald's announces 6 deals you can get this week including £5 off your order

(left clockwise) Nando's restaurant, Quinoa & PERi-Tomato salad, Smoky Churrasco baste. Credit: Rebecca Carey

(left clockwise) Nando's restaurant, Quinoa & PERi-Tomato salad, Smoky Churrasco baste. Credit: Rebecca Carey

We tried Nando's new menu items and now we're in the mood for summer

7Bone Burger Co. in Gervis Place is in the top five places to get a burger in Bournemouth. Picture: Tripadvisor

7Bone Burger Co. in Gervis Place is in the top five places to get a burger in Bournemouth. Picture: Tripadvisor

Best places for a burger in Bournemouth according to Tripadvisor reviews

Mother's Day is coming up this weekend, so we've rounded up some great events and deals for you to enjoy (Canva)

Mother's Day is coming up this weekend, so we've rounded up some great events and deals for you to enjoy (Canva)

Mother's Day events and deals in Bournemouth this weekend

PizzaExpress launches £5 pizza deal - How to redeem offer (PA)

PizzaExpress launches £5 pizza deal - How to redeem offer (PA)

PizzaExpress launches £5 pizza deal - How to redeem offer

How do Bournemouth's Subways measure up when it comes to hygiene? Picture: PA

How do Bournemouth's Subways measure up when it comes to hygiene? Picture: PA

Hygiene ratings for every Subway in Bournemouth

Best pizza restaurants in Bournemouth according to Tripadvisor reviews (Canva)

Best pizza restaurants in Bournemouth according to Tripadvisor reviews (Canva)

Best pizza restaurants in Bournemouth according to Tripadvisor reviews

Hygiene ratings for every McDonald's in Bournemouth. Picture: PA

Hygiene ratings for every McDonald's in Bournemouth. Picture: PA

Hygiene ratings for every McDonald's in Bournemouth