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The Italian Kitchen, Wareham, Dorset

The Italian Kitchen

4.7
4.7
109 Reviews
£25 and under
Italian
37 South St, Wareham, Dorset BH20 4LP

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2 people
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7:00 pm
Booked 8 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
A delightful fusion of Italian & British Cuisine by Head Chef Shannon Richards. Contemporary and relaxed atmosphere with superb views across the Purbeck Hills in Dorset. Situated on the picturesque Wareham Quay.

Shannon leads our dedicated team of chefs to bring you a modern style Italian menu using only the finest seasonal produce, our dishes are lovingly and freshly prepared, combining locally landed seafood, premium quality meats and New Forest vegetables along with the finest Mediterranean ingredients.

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Experiences

  • Bottomless Brunch

    GBP 35.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Bottomless Brunch every Saturday 12pm to 5pm. 🍸🍹🍸🍹🍸🍹🍸🍹🍸🍹🍸🍹🍸🍹 Aperol Spritz Passionfruit Martini Gin Fizz Mojito Plus unlimited Prosecco and Margherita Pizza and two dishes from our small plates menu. All for only £35pp! T&Cs Certain hours apply for validity, last bookings will be taken at 3.30pm. Bottomless drinks are available for 90 minutes starting from the reservation time. Not valid in conjunction with any other offer or promotion. All guests must participate in the bottomless brunch offer. This offer is open to guests aged 18 and older; valid identification may be necessary. Management reserves the right to withdraw this offer at any time without prior notice and to modify these terms accordingly.
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  • Mamma Mia Bottomless Brunch

    GBP 35.00 per person

    7 June 2025 only
    Our next themed Bottomless Brunch is Mamma Mia! Floral headbands, the best Abba tunes, unlimited Prosecco, cocktails and pizza - what a perfect Saturday afternoon! 🥂🍹🌞🌸🎶 Plus unlimited Prosecco and Margherita Pizza and two dishes from our small plates menu. All for only £35pp! DJ from 12-6pm T&Cs Certain hours apply for validity, last bookings will be taken at 4pm Bottomless drinks are available for 90 minutes starting from the reservation time. Not valid in conjunction with any other offer or promotion. All guests must participate in the bottomless brunch offer. This offer is open to guests aged 18 and older; valid identification may be necessary. Management reserves the right to withdraw this offer at any time without prior notice and to modify these terms accordingly.

What 109 people are saying

The Italian Kitchen reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Dorset

    Best Overall

  • Dorset

    Best Food

  • Dorset

    Best Ambience

  • Dorset

    Best Value

  • Dorset

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Dorset

    Great for fine wines

  • Dorset

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Italian Kitchen in Wareham is a culinary jewel, celebrated for "excellent food" and "friendly service." Nestled by the river, it offers a "charming, cozy, inviting" atmosphere perfect for any occasion. Diners rave about the menu's variety and flavor, with standout dishes like crab linguine. Highly recommended for its value and attentiveness.
109 Reviews
  1. Martin

    Dorset1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time of visiting. Will definitely be back. Food was very good and staff were brilliant. Thank you for making our evening so enjoyable.

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  2. Mark

    Surrey2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have been to the Italian Kitchen a couple of times and it has always been excellent. Yesterday we had an early dinner as we were going to the cinema. We both had pizza. I explained about my dietary issues being gluten and dairy free, and this was no problem at all. My pizza was amazing. The owners and staff and brilliant at customer service and make you feel right at home. I can only highly recommend the restaurant, and the location is special too, being just by the river.

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    Dorset1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food friendly service. Great location next to the river

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  4. Jenny

    London5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Italian Kitchen – Wareham, Dorset Tucked away in the heart of Wareham, The Italian Kitchen is an absolute gem. I went there yesterday and was genuinely impressed. The menu offered a fantastic range of choices — something for everyone — and every dish we tried was full of flavour and beautifully cooked. Not only was the food delicious, but it was also great value for money, which made the whole experience even better. The service was excellent too: friendly, attentive, and welcoming without being overbearing. Whether you're a local or just passing through Dorset, The Italian Kitchen is well worth a visit. I'll definitely be going back!

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  5. Andrea

    Surrey1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 5 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic bottomless brunch - best one I’ve had in Dorset and I’ve had a few! Megan our waitress was excellent and Ellie the host was so efficient and can’t wait to return for a theme bottomless brunch I’m the summer 😃

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  6. Liz

    Surrey14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 3 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, a lovely welcome, service with a smile and delicious food. The service is personable without being intrusive and prompt without being rushed. Not a huge menu but the food is tasty and beautifully presented. My only gripe is the high tables and stools. Next time we book I’ll request a low table as, with getting older and having dodgy hips, it’s not easy climbing up into a high stool. A lovely place to eat and we will be back.

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  7. Michelle

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 2 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What is not to like about this delightful restaurant! From the moment we walked in, to the moment we left the staff were friendly, attentive, courteous and knowledgeable, our waitress Megan, provided a wonderful personal service with a smile throughout. The atmosphere was charming, cozy, inviting with a touch of elegance, sophistication and romance. The menu was an array of delightful dishes painting a vivid picture, and the food itself did not disappoint, appealing to all the senses, absolutely delicious. What a lovely restaurant, highly recommended!

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  8. Derrick

    Norfolk/Suffolk2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The venue is lovely, we were upstairs looking over the river The service was very friendly and timely. The food was excellent.

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  9. Oliver

    Dorset1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 30 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely amazing experience. Ellie the manager and Libby our waitress both looked after us well, the food was out of this world too. All in all a great meal out for mother's day. Highly recommended and we will be going back again soon. Thank you everyone there for a great time!

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  10. Chrissy

    Dorset2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 29 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good explanation of menu. One person Coeliac and one prawn allergy. Waitresses explained what you could have and why. First time going there and we will be back lovely Manager was not kept waiting very attentive

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The Italian Kitchen is rated 4.7 stars by 109 OpenTable diners.

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Booked 8 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Italian Kitchen

37 South St, Wareham, Dorset BH20 4LP

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Wareham Quay
  • Area
    Wareham
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Fri 17:00–22:00 Sat, Sun 12:00–22:00
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, British, Pizzeria
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch
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