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Clavells Restaurant, Wareham, ENG

Clavells Restaurant

4.5
4.5
190 Reviews
£25 and under
British

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 6 times today
  • Charming
  • Dog-friendly
  • Neighbourhood gem
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, European, Unspecified
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00–15:00 Sat, Sun 10:00–16:00
  • Phone number
    01929 480701
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress

What 190 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Dorset

    Best Service

  • Dorset

    Great for brunch

  • Dorset

    Child-friendly

  • Dorset

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Dorset

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Dorset

    Healthy

  • Dorset

    Hot spot

  • Dorset

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Dorset

    Great for scenic views

  • Dorset

    Vegetarian-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Clavells Restaurant delights with "lovely food" and a "massive choice" in a picturesque village setting. Guests praise the "professional, helpful" staff and commend the "excellent home-cooked food," especially the gluten-free options. Though slightly pricey, its "beautiful location," "fantastic service," and dog-friendly atmosphere make it a "hidden gem" worth revisiting.

190 Reviews
  1. Sandra

    Dorset

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent choice and quality of food on Christmas Day. Portions were more than ample.

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  2. Frances

    Dorset

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was excellent and the service impeccable will come again

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  3. Susan

    Hampshire

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 3 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely location in a charming village with plenty of parking in their own car park. Restaurant itself is clean and well presented with lots of interesting things to look at. It was very quiet when we were there as it was out of season but the owner kindly stayed open late to acomodate us. The staff were very pleasant and attentive, but not intrusive, and willing to chat when spoken to - very knowledgable about the area. Most importantly the food is outstanding - absolutely delicious and hot! Not a single complaint from all six of us and I am sure we will be returning.

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  4. Eric

    Dorset

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first visit, by way of a recce for luncheon on Christmas Day. Suffice it to say that on the basis of yesterday, we are sure we are in for a treat!

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  5. Angela

    Dorset

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed our lunch today, which was from the 2 for 1 lunch menu. Food was very tasty and the coffee was also really good. Overall service and surroundings were cosy and comfortable with very friendly efficient staff. The large car park is free and its a handy location if visiting the Etches Collection Museum.

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  6. Andrew

    Dorset

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The staff were very attentive, food came to the table quickly and was beautifully presented and cooked perfectly. Plenty of vegetables. Desert was another excellently presented feast which tasted divine.

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  7. Keith

    Hampshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The staff were very polite and friendly, service was prompt and the food was excellent.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    VIP

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 2 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic as ever - great service, great people , very attentive . Meat in the steak pie a bit tough only problem - everything else great . Peter

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  9. Clowe

    Dorset

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 26 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely location. Lovely service. The food & wine was very nice but rather overpriced. We will return but for coffee & cakes.

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  10. William

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 12 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food - especially the fish - and very convenient for visiting the Etches Museum.

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Clavells Restaurant is rated 4.5 stars by 190 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 6 times today
Google Map for Clavells Restaurant

Kimmeridge, Wareham, ENG BH20 5PE

Additional information

  • Area
    Kimmeridge
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00–15:00 Sat, Sun 10:00–16:00
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, European, Unspecified
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine
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