Top Places and Services in Shipton gorge, Dorset

Cherries West Bay

1, Pier Terrace, West Bay, Bridport DT6 4ER, UK | Cafe
P: 01308 301207

Rating: 4.5 (130) Price Level:

We called in for drinks and cake. They do fab milkshakes and Iced coffee with ice cream and plenty of cream on top :-) The cakes are yummy too, we had the chocolate brownies and Flapjacks. They have a varied menu. This cafe has a fun retro style, dog friendly with easy access to the carpark and views of the harbour. Will return.

Anonymous - 2 years ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Bright and cheerful café, great food, great location, friendly service. Very tasty breakfast/brunch. Love the decor!

Anonymous - a year ago

Rating: 4 / 5

Cherries has a great vibe and serves excellent coffee. Their sandwiches, flatbreads and a different take on the Greek salad were noteworthy. Considering the feel of the place one would have expected more vegetarian options in the kids menu.

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Always served with a smile and happy persona every time we visit, food always hot, fresh and delicious! Very clean, and staff are so friendly and attentive!

Anonymous - 2 years ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Wow I usually go here for the ice creams with the kids, this time was in the area for lunch so thought I'd try and it was amazing 5 stars well deserved

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Brunch
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Children' Menu
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Nearby Landmarks:
  • Parkdean Resorts West Bay Holiday Park, Dorset - 140m away
  • Bridport Arms - 62m away
  • West Bay Cliffs - 205m away
  • The Watch House - 107m away
  • The George - 130m away

Aleksandra's Chocolate Cafe

47 East St, Bridport DT6 3JX, UK | Cafe
P: 01308 458770

Rating: 4.7 (150) Price Level:

Very good chocolate! You even get a little frog with a hot drink. Very nice service

Anonymous - 5 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Clean premises, quality coffee, friendly service and PROMPT attention. Not queuing today. Chocolates LOOK great and tempting!

Anonymous - 5 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Good coffee very friendly staff, loved the chocolate frog :)

Anonymous - 6 years ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Came here for something sweet and was delighted! Have a hot chocolate and a brownie. You won't be disappointed!! 😁

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Excellent place to meet, chat,drink coffee and tea etc, And the chocolates are amazing

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Brunch
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating

Website not available

Nearby Landmarks:
  • The Bull Hotel, Bridport - 69m away
  • Olive Tree - 61m away
  • Coffee#1 Bridport - 37m away
  • Waitrose & Partners - 350m away
  • The Tiger Inn - 89m away

Soulshine

76 South St, Bridport DT6 3NN, UK | Cafe
P: 01308 422821

Rating: 4.7 (679) Price Level:

What to say? Beautiful, well decorated, wonderfully staffed with friendly people, great quality, well made food, great coffee, nice rear garden, wonderful products for sale, the lost goes on and on. I will definitely pay another visit next time I am in Bridport. This coffee is on my all time favourites. Thank you for the great experience!

Anonymous - 5 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Really wonderful breakfast at Soulshine on our way back to London from a weekend in Lyme Regis. This is clearly a place that's valued by their community - filling up quickly from the doors opening, multiple people asking if their favoured staff member was working that day... always a good sign. Out front is for coffee and pastries to take away, but through the back is the main event - a gorgeous restaurant space with outside seating for sunny days. Both kid- and dog-friendly, and with a crowd-pleasing menu that children will love for its simplicity and the grown-ups will appreciate for the quality of the locally-sourced ingredients used. Of the breakfast menu, the baked beans are exceptional and the home-made kimchee is another highlight. If you're like us you'll walk away from Soulshine thoroughly charmed, and resolved to return for dinner the next time you're in the area.

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Excellent food and service and the owner went above and beyond. Soulshine was recommended to us for a great place to have lunch. They had a great selection on the menu but at the time, I was unable to eat any carbs or sugar(nightmare customer, I know) due to a current health problem. The owner who was also serving us, recommended the salad but I was tempted by the meatballs, which unfortunately came with potatoes. So I opted for the salad as suggested. All of a sudden the owner came back to our table and said "would you like me to add a couple of meatballs to your salad" to which I was over the moon. The food came out promptly and it was delicious!! He didn't have to do that for me so it was very kind of him to go out of his way and to accommodate me. My mum and her partner had marmalade on sourdough which they said was very nice too and the coffees were excellent. Next time we are back in Bridport, we will definitely be back. Highly recommended for a chilled out atmosphere and rustic homemade style food. Thank you.

Anonymous - 5 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Excellent brunch! We stopped by on a long drive from Cornwall to Brighton for brunch and loved this cafe. A great space with more room at the back so bigger than you initially think. Good coffee and great brunch options - plenty of vegetarian ones too. Service was very friendly. A super convenient stopping point too as only 3 mins off of the A road and with a car park just across the road.

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

I'd earmarked this place for our visit to Bridport and on the day we went it was tipping it down with rain and it was packed. There was a queuing system for lunch tables, so we waited in line and watched with interested as the chefs plated up in the open kitchen. Service was efficient, friendly, and the menu is full of interesting options, plus loads for vegans (which we both are). We opted for the split pea hummus, soup, and chocolate & hazelnut buckwheat slice. All were absolutely divine. There is a little shop at the front selling coffee beans, cakes, jarred bits etc. Wish this place was closer to where we lived, I'd be in there all the time.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Brunch
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Children' Menu
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Parking Options:
  • Paid Parking Lot
  • Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
  • Sundorbon Indian Restaurant & Takeaway Delivery - 27m away
  • Bridport Electric Palace - 92m away
  • Waitrose & Partners - 335m away
  • Bridport Library - 83m away
  • Bridport Museum - 167m away

Manor - West Bexington

West Bexington, Bridport DT2 9DF, UK | Restaurant
P: 01308 897660

Rating: 4.5 (324) Price Level:

Our experience was dinner which we enjoyed the first time to warrant a return visit two days later. We were staying close by not in the hotel. Luckily I had pre-booked as gets very busy especially Mondays. The service was excellent and Matt made us feel very welcome on both occasions. Good food, good atmosphere and a great view from the conservatory.

Anonymous - 6 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

We recently had a delightful short break with our best friends. It was welcoming, and comfortable, with beautiful views, delicious food, friendly, helpful staff, and the whole atmosphere conducive to relaxation and allowing a recharging of the batteries. We arrived in thick fog and pouring rain which meant a quick change of our original plans. The management immediately arranged for us to take possession of our rooms four hours early, which to us was going the extra mile. Thank you so much to The Manor Hotel! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 The weather improved dramatically and the whole stay was a great success!

Anonymous - 5 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Didn't stay, just visited for food. The staff were brilliant, very warm and friendly. The steak dinner was amazing to match the gorgeous views. It is absolutely worth the long drive down. Can't recommend enough.

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Hiked a loop from abbotsbury and stopped here for lunch. As it was the off season, many places were closed. We were so glad to find that the manor was open. I had a local Dorset crab linguine and it was honestly one of the best meals I've ever had. The crab was flavorful and plentiful and the whole dish was cooked and seasoned perfectly. My husband enjoyed his aubergine platter as well. Beautiful spot, great service, highly recommend!

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Children' Menu
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Cocktails
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Parking Options:
  • Free Parking Lot
Nearby Landmarks:
  • The Club House - 376m away
  • West Bexington Car Park - 436m away

The Three Horseshoes

Mill St, Burton Bradstock, Bridport DT6 4QZ, UK | Pub
P: 01308 897259

Rating: 4.7 (1064) Price Level:

I can firmly recommend this restaurant. We came here for a dinner and were very surprised. Everything was exceptionally tasty and very well decorated. Service was fast, the waitresses were all friendly. The food took a while but the place was full. We sat in the dog friendly garden. We had three starters to share, prawns, the cauliflower and BBQ pulled pork. Especially the cauliflower was awesome. To the point. Lots of spices, great sauce, spicy. The fries were crisp even covered with sauce. We then shared the fish curry. Another surprise. Also spicy, the rice was perfect, crisp vegetables and a delightful sauce over the shrimps, the fish and the mussels which were outstanding huge. The prices for such high quality are very OK. The negative reviews could be explained by the season. We were told that during summer vacation the near campground is flooded with people who then also flood this place.

Anonymous - 5 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Great food, fantastic service and really well priced. A kids meal for £8 with dessert and a drink is great value.

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

The best roast I've ever eaten at a restaurant. Beautifully presented, perfectly cooked roast pork.

Anonymous - 5 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Absolutely amazing roast and I’ve eaten a lot of roasts!! Huge portions and the meal included cauliflower cheese at no extra cost. Lovely pub garden in a beautiful little village. Golden Cap on a nearby so I’d recommend a long walk along the gorgeous Jurassic coast followed by a roast at this gem of a pub

Anonymous - 6 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

A fantastic pub, clean, friendly, lovely atmosphere. The garden is sheltered with plenty of seating. Dog friendly. Booking is reccomendationed. The menu is varied with plenty of choice for all dietary requirements. Along with sharing platters. The staff are attentive and friendly. The pub is historical. The old post office has been integrated into the front lounge area. If you love your Sunday lunch, book early as you won't get a seat.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Cocktails
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Parking Options:
  • Free Parking Lot
  • Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
  • The Anchor Inn - 119m away
  • Manor Farm - 172m away

Rise

Rise, West Bay, Bridport DT6 4EZ, UK | Restaurant
P: 01308 422011

Rating: 4.5 (1115) Price Level:

My big sister beryl. The wannabe Mrs ,Bucket. Took mum and dad too this restaurant for a Christmas meal. Having just had new dentures. Dad put his teeth under a napkin. On the side plate ... And completely forgot about them. Imagine the young waitresses surprise. Thought she had a Christmas tip..🎄🎄🐥😄. Only too find dad's teeth. Beryl red faced went back a couple of days later too get them So he could chew her burnt offerings for Christmas day..

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

I love what Rise has done with the place. It's gorgeous inside with lovely views. We were very warmly welcomed, I think they must have been fairly busy and service was relatively slow. But it didn't matter as we were there to enjoy the place, and the staff were lovely. The food was really nice and a good sized portion. It's a bit spenny but for location and food I can't really fault them for what they charge. Definitely recommend

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Great food and drink. Lovely setting. Sat outdoors for lunch. Was very busy but still got a table for four plus dog. Great staff; swift and friendly service. Thanks

Anonymous - a week ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Beautiful food and great service,comfortable surroundings. Would visit again.

Anonymous - a week ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Amazing place to eat for a special meal or to find great seafood. We had the chowder on special for starter which was insane! Fish pie was lovely but the prawn curry was to die for. Will be returning 10/10! Also lovely interiors, nice atmosphere and staff were lovely, attentive and ensured we had enough room with our dogs

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Brunch
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Live Music
  • Children' Menu
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Cocktails
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Parking Options:
  • Paid Parking Lot
  • Paid Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
  • Parkdean Resorts West Bay Holiday Park, Dorset - 140m away
  • The George - 17m away
  • Sladers Yard Gallery - 144m away
  • West Bay Cliffs - 312m away
  • Haddon House Hotel - 158m away

Platform Restaurant

Old West Bay Railway Station, Station Rd, West Bay, Bridport DT6 4EW, UK | Restaurant
P: 01308 422845

Rating: 4.6 (587) Price Level:

We ate here whilst on holiday as a treat for our grandsons, whilst for 4 the price was a little high, but the food more than made up for it, the food was awesome, each of our meals were beautifully cooked and presented. Staff were lovely. All in all a lovely evening in great surroundings.

Anonymous - 2 weeks ago

Rating: 5 / 5

It was a very pleasure being in this restaurant. The atmosphere and the place were very welcoming, very cosy, and so unique The food was very good, very particular, and something very sophisticated, a treat for the palate I spent a lovely evening in this special train station. I felt like I defenatly was in the uk, and I defenatly was in this era Love it 9/10 Defenatly coming again

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

What a wonderful place to eat. The staff are extremely friendly, helpful and professional. The food, simply delicious. There were 8 of us dining and we all enjoyed every single course. Will definitely return. Highly recommended!

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

We didn’t even know until this place existed, until today. We thought we’d give it a go as we’re both foodies and like something different. And your restaurant hit the spot! The carriages are super cosy, warm and beautifully designed. The octopus starter must be one of the best starters we have had in a long time. Keep doing what you’re doing as you are doing the right thing! We will definitely be back when we’re in the area again! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Children' Menu
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Cocktails
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Parking Options:
  • Paid Parking Lot
Nearby Landmarks:
  • Haddon House Hotel - 104m away
  • Sladers Yard Gallery - 81m away
  • West Bay Cliffs - 283m away
  • East Beach Car Park - 127m away
  • The West Bay Hotel - 95m away

The Half Moon

Melplash, Bridport DT6 3UD, UK | Pub
P: 01308 488321

Rating: 4.5 (384) Price Level:

Hi called in today with my other half after visiting the local churches grave yard to lay some flowers and was very pleasantly surprised with the new landlord and landlady they was lovely. Will visit again . Good luck you will do well . Will visit again

Anonymous - a year ago

Rating: 5 / 5

We visited the Half Moon whilst on our minimoon in Dorset. We wanted a lovely “home cooked” Sunday roast and boy did they deliver. The food was exceptional. They also had a band playing in the garden and a magician coming round to the tables (when you weren’t eating) and it was great! Highly recommend and if we’re ever back in the area, we’d definitely visit again.

Anonymous - a year ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Ordered a Sunday roast delivery. Delivery arrived on time and was hot. Food was amazing and very large portions. Highly recommend.

Anonymous - a year ago

Rating: 4 / 5

Really nice pub with log fires. Very welcoming and dog friendly as well. Food was very nice and reasonably priced. If being really critical to them, then they could do with being a little bit more flexible around the menu...ie.. can't have the lamb with chips, can't have a sweetcorn as a kids side meal... As they only have enough for the steak meals that it comes with.. As i say, it's being super critical, not a deal breaker and didn't spoil a lovely meal.

Anonymous - 3 years ago

Rating: 5 / 5

If there is one thing you should do before you keel over is go to The Half Moon and try their food. They have amazing customer service from the get go, great COVID regulations, ths canopee was such a lovely atmosphere with beautiful lights and fire heaters. Wildflowers and brilliant music. Such a lovely atmosphere all round and the food was to die for. It was absolutely delicious and we are definitely going back. Hopefully every year! Thank you for an amazing experience and unforgettable anniversary

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Children' Menu
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Children
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:

Website not available

Parking Options:
  • Free Parking Lot

The Marquis Of Lorne

Nettlecombe, Bridport DT6 3SY, UK | Pub
P: 01308 485236

Rating: 4.7 (353) Price Level:

What a wonderful place to stay! Delicious home-cooked food, nice accommodations, but the best part was that my wife and I were treated like family!

Anonymous - 5 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Such a marvelous location that serves great food made from local produce. Vegetables and fruit grown in their own garden, Dorset meats and shellfish, and good beer. Excellent playground, so kids are entertained. Would highly recommend.

Anonymous - 5 months ago

Rating: 4 / 5

Located at the end of a primarily single track lane, you'll find this charming pub. If arriving between 2pm and 6pm the owners will give you instruction how to access your room. Starting with the accomodation - the bed was larger than average and exceptionally comfortable. A couple of very tasty homemade biscuits awaited us on the room's serving tray. How lovely! Tea and coffee also in the room, however the milk is kept in the fridge at the bottom of a very short corridor. Disappointingly, one of our folded 'clean' large towels was still dirty, and whilst not affecting us personally it may be worth noting that the shower cubicle is on the smaller side with an older model Mira shower. You'll need to turn the main dial to the left, and the water temperature reaches hot almost instantly. We'd booked an evening meal for 6.30pm, and whilst the dining area was pretty empty at this point within an hour it was full. My meal was heavenly, I cannot praise it enough - a starter of salt & pepper squid on a garlic and lime mayonnaise, a main of sticky beef with rice and an Indonesian-style salad. Absolutely amazing! Breakfast was wonderful too - a small selection of cereals (Weetabix, Alpen or Cornflakes), with the option of pre-prepaired chopped fruits and natural yogurt; followed by a full English. I'd definitely recommend a visit to this pub if you don't mind a drive down a narrow lane -you'll probably not find a more tranquil location.

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Only had Sunday lunch here. It was great. Pork and apple, before that a delicious mushroom soup. Dessert was good, but you could argue the fine points of Dorset apple tart!

Anonymous - a week ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Fantastic service, superb foods and by far the best Palmer beers in the area

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Cocktails
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Parking Options:
  • Free Parking Lot
  • Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
  • Three Horseshoes Inn - 488m away
  • Dorset Valley Glamping - 416m away

The Ropemakers

36 West St, Bridport DT6 3QP, UK | Pub
P: 01308 421255

Rating: 4.5 (894) Price Level:

It's always a pleasure.... shame they don't serve food all day as I'm sure they could continue filling the seats but I fully understand people need time off! Great atmosphere and lots of local memorabilia

Anonymous - 7 months ago

Rating: 4 / 5

This is the second time we have visited while on holiday the first last year. Very reasonable priced on meals they serve and very good food, the service is very good and staff very friendly. A place to go when you have your four legged friend with you. Try The Trawlermens Platter you will not be disappointed.

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

I came to Bridport to meet friends who lived not too far from here to have a catch up and a meal. The pub itself is decorated with lots of bits and pieces of memorabilia, a lot of it related to sports, and has a cosy feeling inside. We had fish and chips for lunch, pleasantly surprised with the size of the fish, which tasted good too, and the chips were nice and fluffy on the inside but crispy on the outside. Mushy peas were pretty good too. All in all it was a really good portion size. Good selection of drinks on offer, I had the Dorset Gold cider which was a nice change from lager which I normally drink.

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

From the moment we walked in with our two small dogs I had high expectations. There is a great ambiance here, and the decor is great, fresh flowers in the ladies loo is an extra nice touch. For lunch I had local mussels, absolutely delicious and hubby had faggots which he thoroughly enjoyed. Looking at their flyer they have a lot going on from live music to quiz nights and a book club and even more. I wish this pub was in my village but we will be back to visit again before long.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Live Music
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Cocktails
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Parking Options:
  • Paid Parking Lot
  • Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
  • Waitrose & Partners - 45m away
  • Costa Coffee - 28m away
  • ATS Euromaster Bridport - 56m away
  • Longs Fish & Chips - 58m away
  • The Market House Bridport - 68m away

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