Diners' Choice: Most Booked restaurants in Dorset

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Updated 05 December 2024

Looking for the most booked restaurants in Dorset? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 500,000 new global diner reviews from the past month. We sort the results by location to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you book, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Ivy Bournemouth

4.4

4.4 (37)

£25 and under

British

Bournemouth

About the restaurant

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.

Top review

Michael

Dined 6 days ago

Great atmosphere good service good food good value

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Experience

Breakfast Set Menu

Experience

The Ivy Bournemouth Afternoon Tea

Experience

A Taste Of History

Côte Brasserie - Bournemouth

4.7

4.7 (75)

£25 and under

French

Bournemouth

About the restaurant

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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Katherine

Dined 2 days ago

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!!!!

Côte Brasserie - Dorchester

4.6

4.6 (29)

£25 and under

French

Dorchester

About the restaurant

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Kate

Dined 2 days ago

Really enjoyed the Cote breakfast on New Year’s Day. Excellent food, very pleasant and efficient staff - just a little noisy. This is as a result of sound bouncing off all the hard surfaces. We recently attended similar restaurants that have installed ceiling baffles that improved the noise significantly.

The Old Inn

4.6

4.6 (2897)

£26 to £40

British

Wimborne

About the restaurant

The Old Inn is a traditional country pub in the heart of the idyllic village of Holt. Situated close to the historic town of Wimborne Minster, The Old Inn is the perfect destination when you fancy a homemade, traditional pub meal. With real fires, a beautiful garden and fantastic service, this pub is definitely worth a visit. We have worked hard to put together a menu that offers something for everyone. Everything is freshly prepared at the Old Inn, from our Chicken Liver paté, to children’s chicken nuggets. We pride ourselves that all of our meals are traditionally cooked using largely locally sourced ingredients and our seasonal specials are definitely worth looking at too, as well as our delicious desserts! We aim to provide a prompt, efficient and friendly service and we can cater for all types of parties.

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Tina

Dined 2 days ago

This was our second visit, we were not disappointed, warm friendly welcome, good selection of food,even for us being pescatarians.The vegetables served were not over cooked, lovely salad according to my husband was very fresh. Standards within the pub were excellent, service was very friendly and professional even, the way the tables were cleaned, the washrooms were very clean. We will be going back and have already told family and friends how great our experience was. Well done The Old Inn

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Popular dish

Garlic Pizza

Dancing Moose Ashley Cross

4.2

4.2 (73)

£26 to £40

British

Poole

About the restaurant

Throughout the day we serve up fresh food and chilled vibes. From breakfast until dinner, we are
the place to be, no matter what the occasion. For a catch up with friends over a creamy latte and
smashed avo on sourdough, to seal your business deal with clients over small plates and a glass
of 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 you
don’t mind our team giving them a bit of fuss! Ask one of the servers for a water bowl, and if
you’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 weekend
no matter what day of the week it is! Let us serve you the best food and craft you a killer cocktail
to go with it. Book your table to make sure you don’t miss out.

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Katie

Dined on 13 Dec 2024

Morning All, I just wanted to write a quick note to say how fantastic you all are, every one of you 😊 Our Christmas meal was the best so far since I’ve been at this company. Food, drink, service, quality, ambiance, security was all superb You are all superstars in my eyes and went over and above to make our evening really special. Thank you so much, have a wonderful Christmas and new year.

The Anchor Inn

4.7

4.7 (733)

£25 and under

British

Bridport

About the restaurant

You'll find us nestled snugly right on Seatown Beach, hidden along one of the many coves that litter Dorset's famous Jurassic coastline. Once a smugglers haunt, the pub now serves a seasonal menu with a focus on seafood and fresh local produce.

Complete with wood fires and Palmers award winning ales, the pub is the perfect location to refuel after a day on the coastal path or for a special evening meal with friends or family.

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KirstieVIP

Dined 1 day ago

All dishes were superb and service was friendly. Unfortunately we had a bit of a wait to order then no time for desserts as our table was needed for the next booking. Not to worry - we'll go again!

Pho Bournemouth

4.6

4.6 (332)

£25 and under

Vietnamese

Bournemouth

About the restaurant

Healthy Vietnamese Street Food, we specialise in serving pho noodle soup, hearty curries, delicious chicken wings, sharing spring rolls, and much more besides...

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Simon

Dined on 21 Dec 2024

Service and atmosphere was amazing, Top notch food and my wife can now use chopticks. Great way to celebrate her birthday. Definitely be going again.

TIIEN THAI

4.6

4.6 (1588)

£26 to £40

Thai

Bournemouth

About the restaurant

*** 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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Andrew

Dined 6 days ago

A lovely meal as always. Great attentive staff and tasty food. Highly recommend

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Popular dish

Massaman Chicken Curry

Shalims Balti House

4.7

4.7 (944)

£25 and under

Indian

Weymouth

About the restaurant

Shalims Balti House is a national and regional award winning Indian restaurant. Come in and enjoy the best in Indian dining Weymouth has to offer. The mouthwatering food and warm comfortable surroundings all add to the experience that you'll find hard to beat when it comes to Indian food in the area. For the best food, service and comfort dine at Shalims Balti House.

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Julie

Dined 6 days ago

Fabulous. We are regulars and it never fails to please . Excellent

Turks Head Weymouth

4.6

4.6 (78)

£25 and under

Gastro Pub

Weymouth

About the restaurant

WELCOME TO THE TURKS HEAD INN
Soak up our friendly service and homely charm when nestled in the heart of Chickerell town along the coast of Weymouth. Here at The Turks Head, we are the perfect retreat to sit back, relax and indulge in our delicious food with the perfect drink in hand.

Our passion for food takes our menu to another level. Our traditional pub classics are expertly crafted whilst our world inspired dishes will have you coming back time and time again! Using the most seasonal ingredients and decadent flavours, there’s a dish for every desire.

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Stacey

Dined on 26 Dec 2024

Lovely staff. Great value, tasty hot food from the festive menu. Would recommend and would definately go for food again.

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