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The Crab at Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Dorset

The Crab at Bournemouth

4.4
4.4
1602 Reviews
£26 to £40
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Fancy
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Modern European, Contemporary British
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–3:45 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    01202 203601
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    We can cater for birthday parties, anniversaries and Christmas parties
  • Area
    Bournemouth
  • Parking details
    Public Parking
  • Entertainment
    Live music from our resident pianist some Friday and Saturday evenings.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • New Years Eve Set Menu

    GBP 90.00 per person

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Come and join us to celebrate the New Year. 4 Course Menu £90 per person 50% non refundable depsoit required. Please contact the restaurant to make the payement to secure your booking.
    New Years Eve Set Menu photo
  • Christmas Day Lunch Menu

    GBP 85.00 per person

    25 Dec 2024 only
    Come and join us for your Christmas Lunch. We are offering a 4 Course Set Menu for £85 per person. Please contact the restaurant with a 50% deposit to secure your booking.
    Christmas Day Lunch Menu photo

What 1,602 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Dorset

    Good for business meals

  • Dorset

    Innovative

  • Dorset

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Dorset

    Great for fine wines

  • Dorset

    Romantic

  • Dorset

    Good for special occasions

  • Bournemouth

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Crab at Bournemouth offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent location" and a "super fish venue," particularly praised for its fresh seafood dishes and vibrant atmosphere. Guests frequently commend the "outstanding" food and "superb service," highlighting its warm ambiance and attentive staff. Despite some mixed reviews on portion sizes and occasional service delays, many diners consider it a must-visit, noting the exceptional seafood offerings and memorable experiences.

1,602 Reviews
  1. Richard

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Wonderful food in a very stylish setting. Pianist on Friday night was great background
    The Crab at BournemouthResponded 4 days ago
    Dear Richard, We’re absolutely delighted to receive your 5-star review and thank you for choosing The Crab Restaurant! We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to our dedicated team to inspire their ongoing commitment to excellence. We look forward to see you again! Kind regards, The Crab team

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  2. Barry

    Buckinghamshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent quality lobster and crab dishes. Market price for both a little steep but excellent quality and quantity . We were there on a Monday in November so extremely quiet. Service was very attentive and good.
    The Crab at BournemouthResponded on 15 November 2024
    Dear Barry, We’re absolutely delighted to receive your 5-star review and thank you for choosing The Crab Restaurant! We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words and your feedback on to our dedicated team to inspire their ongoing commitment to excellence. We look forward to see you again! Kind regards, The Crab team

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Dorset

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and food. Food well presented and had lovely flavours. I miss the curry fish chunks which is no longer on the menu.
    The Crab at BournemouthResponded on 10 November 2024
    Hello, We’re absolutely delighted to receive your 5-star review and thank you for choosing The Crab Restaurant! We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to our dedicated team to inspire their ongoing commitment to excellence and hopefully you'll enjoy a new dish from our updated menu as much as you enjoyed the curry fish chunks or even more. We look forward to see you again! Kind regards, The Crab team

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  4. Gabriella

    Dorset

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Elena was the best server, she is so polite and helpful, please let her know I will come back solely because of her amazing service
    The Crab at BournemouthResponded on 10 November 2024
    Dear Gabriella, We’re absolutely delighted to receive your 5-star review and thank you for choosing The Crab Restaurant! We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to Elena and we look forward to see you again! Kind regards, The Crab team

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  5. Marian

    Dorset

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely meal for 93 birthday service was quick and excellent. It was a busy graduation night but they coped well. Marvellous oysters
    The Crab at BournemouthResponded on 7 November 2024
    Dear Marian, We’re absolutely delighted to receive your 5-star review and thank you for choosing The Crab Restaurant! We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to our dedicated team to inspire their ongoing commitment to excellence. We look forward to see you again! Kind regards, The Crab team

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  6. Kilandy

    Hampshire

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 1 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was completely outstanding. I loved the live music it fits perfectly with the environment. However, the service didn’t match up I was left waiting at the table for more than 15 minutes just to even ask for the drinks menu, I had to call the waiters more than 3 times in order to be served. 

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  7. Demir

    London

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 30 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From start to finish the whole evening was great . The staff were attentive and the food was vv good all melt in the mouth . Would definitely recommend this place .
    The Crab at BournemouthResponded on 31 October 2024
    Dear Demir, We’re absolutely delighted to receive your 5-star review and thank you for choosing The Crab Restaurant! We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to our dedicated team to inspire their ongoing commitment to excellence. We look forward to see you again! Kind regards, The Crab team

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  8. Aileen

    Yorkshire

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 27 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a fabulous restaurant. Always a high standard of food and service.
    The Crab at BournemouthResponded on 29 October 2024
    Dear Aileen, We’re absolutely delighted to receive your 5-star review and thank you for choosing The Crab Restaurant! We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to Michael and our dedicated team to inspire their ongoing commitment to excellence. We look forward to see you again! Kind regards, The Crab team

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  9. Lauren

    Hampshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 26 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best restaurant in Bournemouth, the food was absolutely Devine and for a really reasonable price. Honestly really worth it and will definitely go again!
    The Crab at BournemouthResponded on 29 October 2024
    Dear Lauren, We’re absolutely delighted to receive your 5-star review and thank you for choosing The Crab Restaurant! We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to our dedicated team to inspire their ongoing commitment to excellence. We look forward to see you again! Kind regards, The Crab team

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  10. Jill

    Newcastle

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 25 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a classy restaurant with excellent quality fish served beautifully. The staff were friendly, helpful and professional. The hake was delicious as was the calamari. Will revisit next time we are in Bournemouth .
    The Crab at BournemouthResponded on 29 October 2024
    Dear Jill, We’re absolutely delighted to receive your 5-star review and thank you for choosing The Crab Restaurant! We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to our dedicated team to inspire their ongoing commitment to excellence. We look forward to see you again! Kind regards, The Crab team

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FAQs

The Crab at Bournemouth is rated 4.4 stars by 1602 OpenTable diners.

The Crab at Bournemouth does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Crab at Bournemouth

Exeter Road, Bournemouth, Dorset BH2 5AJ

Additional information

  • Area
    Bournemouth
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–3:45 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Modern European, Contemporary British
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Live music from our resident pianist some Friday and Saturday evenings.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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