POOLe EAT OUT GUIDE eatoutpoole.com WELCOME Welcome to the eighth edition of the Poole Audi Eat Out Guide! After a break of a year the guide has been refreshed, updated and is now presented as a compact A5 sized publication. CONTENTS This guide is compiled using the opinions and feedback from a panel of local business men and women. Restaurants included have been hand-picked to bring you the best dining the area has to offer. To help select a restaurant that is perfect for your needs, alongside each entry we have included details of restaurant facilities. The directory at the back of the guide will give you all the information you need to make your booking. SANDBANKS & BRANKSOME CHINE P P 44 –– 55 CANFORD CLIFFS & LILLIPUT P P 66 –– 77 Lower Parkstone & Penn Hill P P 88 –– 99 Old Town, High Street & Poole Park 10––12 12 P P10 Poole Quay 13––15 15 P P13 Outskirts 16––17 17 P P16 In the Countryside 18––19 19 P P18 Directory 20––22 22 P P20 map 23 PP 23 Facilities Icon Key We hope that you find this guide useful and enjoy some fabulous dining experiences in the coming year. AA Rosette Children’s menu (highchairs available) Smaller portions (highchairs available) Baby changing facilities West Beach 2 eatoutpoole.com David Kelly Managing Director Poole Audi Cover image – Storm Disabled toilet on site Dogs welcome in restaurant Branksome Beach Terrace The majority of restaurants in this guide can cater for dietary requirements if contacted in advance. Not all facilities have been checked in person, please call direct for clarification. eatoutpoole.com 3 Sandbanks & Branksome chine branksome beach A real Poole asset with some serious wow factor. Branksome Beach offers fabulous beachside dining - perfect for a hot summer’s day. There is an outdoor kiosk/café which is great for anyone needing refreshment whilst enjoying the beautiful golden sands. Out of peak season Branksome Beach is a great place for a business lunch when it’s easier to park. 4 eatoutpoole.com Sandbanks beach cafE A smart, self service café with unique dual aspect views of the beach and harbour. Offers freshly made baguettes, sandwiches, soup and meals. Try the fantastic homemade cakes with a truly indulgent hot chocolate - enough to fill the hungriest beachcomber. cafÉ SHORE A contemporary waterside bar/restaurant on the Sandbanks peninsula overlooking Poole Harbour. Prices match location. shell bay Restaurant Lovely seafood restaurant and bistro in a fabulous location. Arrive by chain ferry or sail in and moor up at the pontoon, tide permitting. Seaview Restaurant The Sandbanks Hotel Great family friendly 1AA Rosette restaurant with spectacular views looking across Poole Bay. With direct access to the golden sands, make the most of the fabulous terrace, the summer barbeque and the year round traditional Sunday carvery, which offers great value as well as taste. la roche The Haven Hotel Based at the very tip of the spectacular Sandbanks peninsula, offering glorious sea views, this 2AA Rosette restaurant is showing a great return to form with new head chef Jason Hornbuckle. With fabulous service and beautiful, locally sourced food, this is the ideal La Roche destination for a real treat. The lite bites lunchtime menu also offers great value. eatoutpoole.com 5 CANFORD CLIFFS & LILLIPUT Loch Fyne HARBAR BISTRO Harbour Heights Hotel For the most spectacular views in town head to the Harbour Heights. The terrace is still the place to be on a summer's afternoon. Expect great things from new head chef Clyde Hollett who joined the 2AA Rosette team in April bringing more than 15 years experience and a reputation for creative fine dining. The new beehive hotel A good family friendly choice located opposite Canford Cliffs Chine. Enjoy a Sunday roast then head over to the pirate play park or take a walk down to the beach. Offers range from hot baguettes to slow roasted pork belly. The good sized beer garden is a particularly nice spot for a drink. le chateau A well established family run restaurant in the heart of Canford Cliffs with a great local reputation. Expect a good seasonal menu that makes the most of local Dorset produce. The Colonial style building adds to the relaxed ambience of this popular fresh seafood brand. Parking is limited, so be sure to get there early. South Deep Parkstone Bay Marina Great family friendly café based on the waterside in Parkstone Bay Marina. A hidden gem offering friendly service and delicious food. THE CLIFF Popular restaurant bar with an extensive menu and a Mediterranean influence. Attractive environment with very attentive service, it is advised to book in advance as it can be difficult to get a table during busy periods. SALTERNS BISTRO Salterns Harbourside Hotel With superb views of Poole Harbour, this family friendly Mediterranean style restaurant is really popular. Offering a great choice from light snacks to bistro classics the menu is competitively priced. Lunchtimes are busy so book in advance especially if you want to make the most of the terrace in summer. Harbar Bistro 6 eatoutpoole.com eatoutpoole.com 7 LOWER PARKSTONE & PENN HILL patrick'S Enjoy fantastic food at this passionate family run business. With fine dining ranging from Barbary duck breast and tempura of lemon sole to huge breakfasts and great value £5 lunches, this venue ticks all the boxes. Known for its regular week night live music, this is also a great spot for a late drink on Friday and Saturday nights. 8 eatoutpoole.com la cruz gate of india This relaxed restaurant bar is a great addition to Ashley Cross and specialises in seasonal locally sourced food. One to watch. A traditional Indian restaurant, welcoming and open late. Popular with the locals, it has a very loyal following. mambo rajasthan Newly arrived, this self styled restaurant and fun bar offers tapas, fajitas, pizza and pasta. From 11pm at weekends, the restaurant transforms into a Latin Salsa bar, even offering lessons! A modern restaurant specialising in both contemporary Indian food and traditional heritage dishes with an interesting and dynamic twist. isabel's restaurant Intimate restaurant specialising in English and French cuisine. Run by the same family for the last 32 years, it never misses a step. Check out the superb bistro menu. Patrick's eatoutpoole.com 9 poole old town, high street & Poole park Storm Fish Restaurant Beautiful local seafood from the chef/owner who catches his own or buys from local fishermen. Don’t let the relaxed atmosphere fool you, this is seriously good food and superb service. Look out for the lunchtime two course £10 specials or learn to cook Storm style at the regular cookery courses. The restaurant also regularly showcases local artistic and musical talent. A real gem. 10 eatoutpoole.com GUILDHALL TAVERN CRANBERRIES NO. 4 The new owners are breathing life into this stylish bar and restaurant with an evening menu of British classics with a twist including mackerel with wasabi crushed potatoes and beetroot. The courtyard at the back is a lovely spot for lunch on a summer day. KARMA Since opening last year, this Mediterranean Grill and Bistro is fast becoming a local favourite. The spinach & feta filo parcels, falafel and moussaka are superb. With an intimate Moroccan inspired interior, this friendly family run restaurant is a welcome addition to Poole. the thai restaurant Fabulous authentic dishes and an absolute must for lovers of Thai food, this Poole favourite delivers fabulous flavours with a team who cannot do enough for you. As well as the wonderful service, it’s one of the few on Poole Quay to serve late and also has a take away option. HOTEL DU VIN BISTRO This high quality brand offers a great menu full of seasonal choices and local produce. The terrace is a lovely spot to hide away from the hustle and bustle of the Quay in the summer. Look out for the special events, wine tastings and local produce events, which are really making their mark. Exceptional French restaurant offering the very finest fresh fish and a taste of Normandy without leaving UK shores. The traditional style is coupled with superb service that regularly exceeds expectations. Open Tuesday - Saturday, check out the ever popular French Evenings – a time to celebrate and eat all things French. eatoutpoole.com 11 the rising sun SEVENS BOATSHED Fantastic gastro pub with 2AA Rosettes. The menu is excellent and changes regularly to ensure that customers are always coming back for more. off quay A great stop for breakfast or lunch, overlooking the beautiful Poole Park lake. With free parking for one hour in the adjacent car park, why not try the express lunch options of mussels, omelette or homemade soup. In the evenings upstairs tables have great views of the lake and Summer Breeze on the Quay fireworks in July. New relaxed restaurant offering great breakfasts or lunchtime soup and paninis. The comfy sofas provide the perfect place for a coffee stop. poole quay deli on the quay corkers The first floor restaurant looks out over Poole Harbour and specialises in seafood. Check out the daily fresh fish selection and the Sunday lunches. The relaxed café bar on the ground floor serves fabulous value for money breakfast and lunches. It is the perfect spot to pitch up and watch events on the Quay. The upstairs restaurant menu can also be sampled in the café bar. r's kitchen For something different try this inviting new venue. Instead of a pre-planned menu, the specials board is created daily from the best locally sourced produce. This is definitely one to watch. custom house One of the best on the Quay; sit outside at the downstairs café bar with a giant bowl of mussels and frites. The upstairs restaurant is fine dining at its best. This passionate team keep their finger on the pulse and have a great new menu, the steak comes highly recommended. Fantastic café deli offering fresh homemade quiches, salads and sandwiches plus the chance to stock up on a fabulous selection of olives, cheese and wine. For an added treat you can also order a picnic, perfect for taking with you on a boat trip to Brownsea Island. Watch out for late opening and tapas on special event nights. Poole Old Town 12 eatoutpoole.com eatoutpoole.com 13 fishy fishy banana wharf The second restaurant venture by Dermot O’Leary and friends, where small booths and an open kitchen are part of the relaxed modern vibe. The menu is seasonal, fresh and sustainable local seafood - great quality whether it is crab, lobster or fish and chips. Overlooking the marina, the outside tables are lovely in summer. Serving pizza, pasta, salads and seafood, there’s lots of choice in this great location. The first floor restaurant is modern and spacious with wonderful views of the harbour. In summer the outside terrace is perfect for enjoying the atmosphere of the Quay without having to be in the thick of the action. portsmouth hoy Friendly local serving a wide range of fine real ales, beers and great homemade fayre. The fish and chips come highly recommended as well as their daily specials – the portion sizes are huge and great value for money. Check out the popular live music and comedy nights. la lupa This authentic traditional Italian has a loyal following and is particularly welcoming for families and groups. The menu is packed with traditional favourites including great value lunchtime specials and the excellent service is a fundamental part of its charm. 14 eatoutpoole.com poole arms Traditional green tiled pub is the oldest on Poole Quay. Full of character, it serves a great pint and has an excellent daily fish specials board – the sardines are wonderful. Everything is freshly cooked. Sit looking out on the water on a hot day to soak up the Poole Quay atmosphere. oriel harlee's hv restaurant Expect good quality fish and chips and all the usual favourites from this 80-seater restaurant. Families are made really welcome. Upstairs has great harbour views and is a good location to sit with the kids and watch the summer event evenings. Alternatively try the popular takeaway. Popular family friendly café restaurant. Good size portions and lots of choice from pasta and pizza to steak or stir fry. Thistle Hotel rancho steak house With panoramic views of Poole Harbour and Brownsea Island this restaurant serves tempting food throughout the day from the traditional all day breakfast to Malaysian inspired classics. An ideal spot for Sunday lunch followed by some ‘crabbing’ with the kids on the Quay. New to Poole Quay, this South American steak house brand offers a great choice of steak in three different sizes – cooked any way you like it. eatoutpoole.com 15 poole outskirts les bouviers With over 20 years experience, Les Bouviers provides seasonal fine dining at its best. Seasonal locally sourced produce is used to create wonderful menus that are delivered with great flair and attention to detail. Look out for their signature special events throughout the year. WESTBEACH Fantastic seafood in a lovely location. Next to the beach, this relaxed restaurant offers quality without any fuss. The open kitchen adds to the ‘Sunday morning’ feel. Families are welcome and the two for one Wednesday offers are hard to beat. the print room ARUBA The extensive menu has been replaced with something more selective and great quality. Choices such as New Forest venison or monkfish with Thai red lentil curry make it perfect for a special evening. The wonderful breakfast and lunch options ensure it is the perfect place to meet. 16 eatoutpoole.com edge restaurant LB's bistro Primely positioned on the cliff top between Poole and Bournemouth. Spectacular food with an incredible view. Parking is difficult particularly in the summer so book a taxi to make the most of it. By the team from Les Bouviers, this new café bistro is a more relaxed affair, but with the same high quality. Choose from paninis, salads and omelettes or try the afternoon tapas served 3 - 5pm. Weekends are busy at this bar and restaurant. Lovely for a relaxed breakfast or lunch and perfect for large groups in the evening. Book a private booth, great to take in the atmosphere whilst still being able to chat easily during a meal. eatoutpoole.com 17 in the countryside mortons house hotel Corfe Castle hotel terravina The New Forest Boutique restaurant with rooms in the heart of the Forest.Perfect for a Sunday stroll followed by one of the best lunches around. The wines are fabulous. 18 eatoutpoole.com A stunning hotel in the idyllic village of Corfe Castle dating back to the 1590’s. This 2AA Rosette restaurant serves traditional English cuisine with flair including seared Celtic scallops, spiced pork belly & pickled apple puree and Moroccan spiced lamb fillet. the pig Brockenhurst the mill at Gordleton sienna Nr Lymington Dorchester A beautiful restaurant overlooking the river, along with a snug bar area, both serving fantastic food. A garden table in the summer is a must. Everything is homemade so any choice is sure to be a treat. Look out for local resident ‘Crispie’ the duck. With only 14 covers, this small but perfectly formed restaurant is the only Michelin star restaurant in Dorset. Relaxed and unpretentious it is all about the food – a real star. Booking is essential. Comfortable restaurant with rooms by the original team behind Hotel du Vin. This new take on a relaxed country hotel is really making its mark. The food is tremendous – never has foraging tasted so good. eatoutpoole.com 19 directory Restaurant Name Address Post Code Tel No. Website Map ref Sandbanks & Branksome ChiNE Restaurant Name Address Post Code Tel No. Website Map ref Poole Old TowN, High Street & Poole park Branksome Beach Pinecliff Road, Branksome Chine BH13 6LP 01202 767235 www.branksomebeach.co.uk K3 Cranberries No.4 4 Sarum Street BH15 1JW 01202 675677 Café Shore 10-14 Banks Road BH13 7QB 01202 707271 www.cafeshore.co.uk J6 Guildhall Tavern 15 Market Street BH15 1NB 01202 671717 www.guildhalltavern.co.uk E6 La Roche The Haven, 161 Banks Road BH13 7QL 01202 707333 www.havenhotel.co.uk J7 Hotel Du Vin Bistro Thames Street BH15 1JN 01202 785570 www.hotelduvin.com E6 Sandbanks Beach Café Banks Road BH13 7QQ 01202 708621 J6 Karma 22 High Street BH15 1BP 01202 670181 www.karma-mediterranean.co.uk E6 E6 Seaview Restaurant The Sandbanks, Banks Road BH13 7PS 01202 707377 www.sandbankshotel.co.uk J6 Off Quay 18 High Street BH15 1BP 01202 680014 www.offquay.com E6 Shell Bay Restaurant Ferry Road, Studland BH19 3BA 01929 450363 www.shellbay.net J7 R's Kitchen 14 High Street BH15 1BP 01202 672882 www.rskitchen.co.uk E6 Sevens Boatshed Poole Park BH15 2SF 01202 742842 www.sevensboatshed.co.uk F4 storm fish restaurant 16 High Street BH15 1BP 01202 674970 www.stormfish.co.uk E6 Canford Cliffs & Lilliput Harbar Bistro Harbour Heights, 73 Haven Road BH13 7LW 01202 707272 www.harbourheights.com J5 Le Chateau 13 Haven Road BH13 7LE 01202 707400 www.lechateau.uk.com J5 The Rising sun 3 deer hay lane bh15 1nz 01202 771246 www.risingpubs.com E6 The Thai Restaurant 20 High Street BH15 1BP 01202 672440 www.thethairestaurant.com E6 Loch Fyne 47 Haven Road BH13 7LH 01202 609000 www.lochfyne-restaurants.com J5 Salterns Bistro Salterns Harbourside Hotel, 38 Salterns Way BH14 8JR 01202 707321 www.salternshotelpoole.co.uk G5 SOUTH DEEP Parkstone Bay Marina, Turks Lane BH14 8EW 01202 724915 www.parkstonebay.com/café G5 Banana Wharf Dolphin Quays BH15 1HH 01202 665062 www.bananawharf.co.uk E6 1 High Street BH15 1AB 01202 681393 www.corkers.co.uk E6 E6 Poole quay The Cliff 6 Ravine Road BH13 7HX 01202 492921 www.thecliffcanfordcliffs.co.uk J4 Corkers The New Beehive Hotel 53 Cliff Drive BH13 7JF 01202 701941 www.thenewbeehive.co.uk J4 Custom House Poole Quay BH15 1HP 01202 676767 www.customhouse.co.uk Deli on the Quay 17 Dolphin Quays BH15 1HH 01202 660022 www.delionthequay.com E6 Fishy Fishy 18 Dolphin Quays BH15 1HH 01202 680793 www.fishyfishy.co.uk E6 Harlee's Poole Quay BH15 1HJ 01202 280703 www.harlees.co.uk E6 HV Restaurant Thistle Hotel, Poole Quay BH15 1HD 01202 666800 www.thistle.com E6 Lower Parkstone & Penn Hill Gate of India 54-56 Commercial Road BH14 0JT 01202 717061 Isabel's restaurant 32 Station Road BH14 8UD 01202 747885 www.isabelsrestaurant.co.uk F3 La Cruz 73-75 Commercial Road BH14 0JB 01202 710661 www.la-cruz.co.uk F3 La Lupa Yeatman's Old Mill, Poole quay BH15 1HJ 01202 670660 www.la-lupa-3.co.uk E6 Mambo 149 Commercial Road BH14 0JD 01202 731971 www.mambo-latino.co.uk F3 Oriel Poole Quay BH15 1HJ 01202 679833 www.orielrestaurant.co.uk E6 Patrick's 1 Bournemouth Road BH14 0EG 01202 734000 www.patricksrestaurants.co.uk F3 Poole Arms Poole Quay BH15 1HJ 01202 673450 www.localbiztoday.com/poole-arms E6 Rajasthan 127-129 Penn Hill Avenue BH14 9LY 01202 718966 www.rajasthan-restaurant.co.uk H3 Portsmouth Hoy Poole Quay BH15 1HJ 01202 673517 www.portsmouthhoy.co.uk E6 Rancho Steak House D26A Dolphin Quays BH15 1HH 01202 682020 www.ranchosteakhousepoole.co.uk E6 20 eatoutpoole.com F3 eatoutpoole.com 21 Restaurant Name Address Post Code Tel No. Website Aruba Pier Approach, Bournemouth BH2 5AA 01202 554211 WWW. aruba-bournemouth.co.uk LB's bistro Oakley Hill, Merley, Wimborne BH21 1RJ 01202 888111 www.lb-bistro.co.uk Les Bouviers Arrowsmith Road, Wimborne BH21 3BD 01202 889555 www.lesbouviers.co.uk edge restaurant 2 Studland Road, Alum Chine BH4 8JA 01202 757007 www.edgerestaurant.co.uk Poole outskirts The Print Room The Echo Building, Richmond Hill, Bournemouth BH2 6HH 01202 789669 www.theprintroom-bournemouth.co.uk WestBeach Pier Approach, Bournemouth BH2 5AA 01202 587785 www.west-beach.co.uk in the countryside hotel TerraVina 174 Woodlands Road, Netley Marsh, New Forest SO40 7GL 02380 293784 www.hotelterravina.co.uk Mortons House Hotel East Street, Corfe Castle BH20 5EE 01929 480988 www.mortonshouse.co.uk Sienna 36 High West Street, Dorchester DT1 1UP 01305 250022 www.siennarestaurant.co.uk The Mill at Gordleton Silver Street, Hordle, Lymington SO41 6DJ 01590 682219 www.themillatgordleton.co.uk The Pig Beaulieu Road, Brockenhurst, New Forest SO42 7QL 01590 622354 www.thepighotel.co.uk Kids Activity Sheets Every Tuesday from October – March, exclusive deals at a range of Tourism Partner restaurants in and around Poole will be available courtesy of Poole Tourism and Poole Audi. 22 eatoutpoole.com A new children’s activity sheet, sponsored by Quay Holidays, has been launched in Poole and is available at participating partner restaurants. All details correct at time of going to print. Printed on FSC certified stock. eatoutpoole.com 23 The New Audi A7 Luxury redefined It’s not only the slim taut body of the Audi A7 that makes it the perfect partner for a evening out. Its innovative shape and lightweight construction make this model as refined and elegant as it is versatile. The key ingredients of beauty, power and technology are blended together in this luxuryclass coupe to create a heady driving experience that will leave you completely satisfied. To experience the ultra-lightweight technology of the A7 Sportback, call Poole Audi on 01202 775050 to arrange your test drive. Poole Audi 582–602 Ringwood Road, Poole, Dorset, BH12 4LY 01202 775050 www.pooleaudi.co.uk
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