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A photo of The Restaurant at Knoll House restaurant
1. The Restaurant at Knoll House
4.3
Awesome(465)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary British • Swanage
With a focus on fine Anglo-French food and a traditionally English atmosphere, our restaurant offers a selection of dishes prepared from the freshest ingredients. The dress code is smart casual, and you can join us for breakfast from 8-9:45am and dinner from 6-8:30pm.
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2. Ivy Bournemouth
4.4
Awesome(42)
Price: Moderate
• British • Bournemouth
Booked 159 times today
Nestled in the coastal town of Bournemouth, The Ivy brings a taste of luxury to the local dining scene. Discover menus featuring modern British cuisine to brasserie classics and fantastic vegan and vegetarian dishes, with something for everyone to love. From breakfast through to dinner seven days a week, the restaurant offers a luxurious haven in a stunning and elegant setting.
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3. Brasserie Blanc Bournemouth
4.4
Awesome(39)
Price: Moderate
• French • Bournemouth
Our brasseries are warm and welcoming with comfortable spaces where you can gather for a leisurely lunch or dinner from our extensive fresh & seasonal à la carte menu. Many of our restaurants have great little bars and lovely outside areas where you can stave off the hunger until dinner with a glass of wine, a beer or a refreshing cocktail.Our food is sourced with care from some of the best producers and farmers in the country, the dishes are freshly prepared by our wonderful chefs and brought to you by knowledgeable teams who are here to make your visit just as perfect as it can be.Quite simply the best views in Bournemouth… we don’t need to say more but we love the location of BB Bournemouth. Whether you want to simply drink in the stunning views or take to the beaches, you will be able to enjoy fantastic views and food from our beautiful brasserie
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4. Côte Brasserie - Bournemouth
4.7
Exceptional(75)
Price: Moderate
• French • Bournemouth
Booked 33 times today
Cote is inspired by the brasseries of Paris, serving authentic French dishes all day in our classically designed restaurants. We are committed to producing authentic French classics, freshly cooked to order, from the highest quality sourced ingredients.
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5. The Avocet
3.6
Very Good(149)
Price: Expensive
• British • Poole
Your home away from home, at The Avocet whether you are looking for seasonal and innovative food and drinks, chilled-out Sunday lunch, lounging on our sun terrace or the bustle of weekend nights then look no further for your perfect venue.We bring our menus to life by creating pub classics and homemade bar snacks from scratch such as scotch egg, sausage roll, burgers and fish and chips, to name a few.
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6. Clavells Restaurant
4.5
Awesome(196)
Price: Moderate
• British • Kimmeridge
Clavells is a traditional restaurant set in the heart of the Jurassic Coast. With our very own courtyard and garden, centrally located in the heart of the picturesque village of Kimmeridge. We serve a wonderful choice of seasonal favourites and classic food dishes. Clavells should be your first port of call for a hearty Sunday roast, a three-course meal, or a sun-drenched cocktail on a glorious summer’s day.
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7. Dancing Moose Ashley Cross
4.1
Excellent(73)
Price: Expensive
• British • Poole
Booked 8 times today
Throughout the day we serve up fresh food and chilled vibes. From breakfast until dinner, we arethe place to be, no matter what the occasion. For a catch up with friends over a creamy latte andsmashed avo on sourdough, to seal your business deal with clients over small plates and a glassof wine, or even if you want to come in, kick back and read the newspaper – we don’t mind,we’ve got you covered!If you’re out with your pup, well behaved four-legged friends are more than welcome with us, as long as youdon’t mind our team giving them a bit of fuss! Ask one of the servers for a water bowl, and ifyou’re lucky – occasional treats will also be available!By night, we take things up a level… we rock out disco beats that make it feel like the weekendno matter what day of the week it is! Let us serve you the best food and craft you a killer cocktailto go with it. Book your table to make sure you don’t miss out.
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8. TIIEN THAI
4.6
Exceptional(1590)
Price: Expensive
• Thai • Bournemouth
Booked 2 times today
*** Tiien Thai has won Best Thai Restaurant in the UK 2023 ***For more information about the award, please visit our website at: https://www.tiienthairestaurant.co.uk/reviews.At Tiien Thai Restaurant Bournemouth, we are proud to create exceptional food that is carefully prepared and beautifully presented.Here you will experience joy and harmony in a serene yet contemporary environment where the most exciting Thai food will be served. Also available for take away.Our head chef, Pong Pan, sources only the finest authentic Thai ingredients to produce the most sublime flavours. His team at Tiien will guide you on a magical adventure of tastes, aromas and textures.
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9. The Crab at Bournemouth
4.4
Awesome(1615)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Bournemouth
Booked 6 times today
The Crab at Bournemouth is one of Dorset's finest, AA rated 2 rosette seafood restaurant.Situated directly opposite the Bournemouth International Center and just moments from Bournemouth Pier.Our passionate chefs create an array of delicious dishes sourced from fresh, local produce. Our contemporary surroundings have friendly and personable staff that will make you feel most welcome. A lovely, relaxing atmosphere with an open balcony when weather permits.A £5 per person deposit fee is required to make a restaurant booking to confirm and secure the reservation.Dress Code of Smart Casual (No sportswear, fleeces, sliders, flip flops or beachwear) enforced from 5:30pm. You will be refused entry if not dressed in smart casual attire.Children aged 8 and under may dine in the restaurant on tables booked with adults between 5:30pm-7:30pm, children's menu is also available. If you are more than 15 minutes late to a booking, there is a possibility your table my no longer be available.
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10. LEVEL8IGHT The Sky Bar
4.0
Excellent(87)
Price: Moderate
• Wine Bar • Bournemouth
Dear valued guests,the Skybar will be closed from 1st January 2025 until further notice. Afternoon Tea will be served in the Schpoons & Forx restaurant from January 1st. Please refer to the Schpoons & Forx booking page to book afternoon tea.

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  • Jennifer
    Dorset •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Martin was most welcoming and for that alone we will be back. It was a busy service. Starters were excellent, my friend enjoyed her fishcake with a perfectly poached egg. My shepherd’s pie was good. The creamed spinach was very good. A well chilled bottle of Chenin Blanc complemented the meal. Thank you. Overall a wonderful dining experience which we highly recommend!!
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    Ivy BournemouthPrice: Moderate• British• Bournemouth
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    4.4
  • Katherine
    Dorset •2 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on Jan 1, 2025
    Had to send my starter back as it wasn’t what was on the menu- scallops were with dry peas instead of a pea purée. Mains- salmon and chicken were really tasty for both of us were lovely. Service was excellent not intrusive, professional and attentive. Been before, will go again. Much better than the IVY!!!!
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    Côte Brasserie - BournemouthPrice: Moderate• French• Bournemouth
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    4.7
  • Pam
    Dorset •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 25, 2024
    Christmas Day at Knoll House was an absolute treat. Staff were so attentive and friendly. The food was delicious and there was a great variety of options available. There is an old world charm about the place and the afternoon we spent there evoked many special memories of a simpler time in life. Thoroughly recommend!
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    The Restaurant at Knoll HousePrice: Expensive• Contemporary British• Swanage
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    4.3
  • S
    Surrey •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Oct 18, 2024
    A must visit if you like great pub with luxurious surroundings,very professional staff and fantastic food Can’t fault it The best in area ! Thank you
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    The AvocetPrice: Expensive• British• Poole
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    3.6
  • David
    Yorkshire •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Sep 26, 2024
    Amazing food from their new autumn menu. Excellent and friendly service from the service staff and really good value for money. Highly recommended.
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    Brasserie Blanc BournemouthPrice: Moderate• French• Bournemouth
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    4.4

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