The Crab at Bournemouth

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1. L

   Lawrence VIP

   Berkshire26 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   As usual, excellent service and excellent food. One of my two favourite restaurants in Bournemouth. It’s a “must visit” if you like seafood. My favourite starter here is the half-dozen fresh oysters.
   

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   RichardK

   London3 reviews

   1.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 4

   Been coming here for years - it’s really gone down hill - service poor and food not much better - I won’t be coming back
   

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   HeatherG

   London2 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   Dining out of season - so not seeing restaurant at full ability. Food was lovely and very well cooked. Fish/seafood all was fresh. Puddings were delicious and ice cream was surprisingly excellent. Team serving food and drinks were incredibly friendly and efficient. Drinks - not up to par and don’t expect world beating cocktails. Coffee was also so so. Atmosphere- trying hard but not authentic. Overall a lovely place for the food and team work.
   

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   Alexey

   Lincolnshire1 review

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   It was recommended by a friend. And I'd like to recommend it to others. Overall, it was an outstanding meal. Responsive service, with almost no waiting time, even during peak times. Every waiter was attentive and considerate, and could tell there was effective teamwork. The food was well prepared while the production time was very reasonable. Right seasoning, not too thick or heavy. Ingredients tasted fresh and clean. I ordered 1/2 lobster and was provided with tools including lemon water to clean my hands, absolutely a thoughtful process. You could tell that the food and service were well thought out with attention to detail. The distance between each table was right so it was hardly to be bothered by other's conversation, except if your neighbours were in a hype mood. Thus, it's perfect for a date or a get-together. Personally I don't like the shaking flame but generally the atmosphere was cozy under the dim lights setting. Suitable for taking pictures. Cost would be better if you come with your friends and sharing the dishes.
   

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5. L

   Lawrence VIP

   Berkshire26 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 2 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The Crab continues to offer excellent food, service and value for money. My guest and I received a warm welcome and thoroughly enjoyed our food. The crevettes were served in a delicious sauce, and the moules-frites were similarly tasty and fresh. Thanks to the team who maintain a high standard that keeps me coming back.
   

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   Wendy

   Devon22 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 26 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Very friendly and efficient service. Nice food and for a reasonable price
   

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   Emma

   London5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 21 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Delicious food, great service. Nice ambience. Had a great evening
   

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   Ross

   Hawaii1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 21 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great service, nice to have something a bit different, especially if you like seafood
   

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   Maureen

   Dorset1 review

   1.0

   Dined on 14 February 2025

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 2

   We booked the Valentines Special and as it was my husband’s birthday I requested for them to make it extra special. We were extremely disappointed because when we asked for the Valentines menu that was advertised, the waiter said that it was not available, and to choose from the other menu. We were staying at the Hilton for the Valentine/birthday weekend, and particularly chose the Crab for the Valentine menu. Our weekend was totally ruined.
   

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    Cheryl

    Tampa2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 12 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    We have been coming here for many years and never disappointed. Food is superb. Great service.
    

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