Best Places and Services in Charminster, Dorset (2025)

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Top-Rated Places and Services in Charminster, Dorset

Yafa lounge

75 Charminster Rd, Bournemouth BH8 8UE, UK

4.9 (68 reviews)

P: 07989 574642

Absolutely recommended. Halal delicious meals

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

This is a Palestinian restaurant it’s a small cozy place and you have good space for prayers . We were 6 people and ordered two mix grill and two Mandi lamb . In simple words the food is fantastic And the portions are good enough for a heavy eater like me . The owner ( sorry didn’t ask the name ) is a true gentleman he makes you feel at home actually he is so kind that we asked him for additional mandi rice and he served happily along with additional sauce. The value of money is perfect .The chef is true professional and the food is totally athletic as the way truely it should be .As of my knowledge and experience Highly recommended for All nationalities. With lots of love from 🇵🇰🇵🇰🇵🇰🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Very delicious food; we loved their Bamiyeh... Chenjeh was also great and nice ribs.

Anonymous - a year ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Newly opened, I ordered Mansaf, Chicken Shawarma and Lamb shawarma, all good, Mansaf is exceptionally super delicious, all my kids and my wife rated 10/10 Salads are so delicious as well, particularly the red salad.. Abo Mahmoud (Eyad) is showing a high degree of hospitality.. Give it a go! You won’t regret it.. If you are from eastern origin or wanna try eastern cusine try the Mansaf..

Anonymous - 2 weeks ago

Rating: 5 / 5

I ordered mix grilled yafa lounge and it was amazing. Customer service was amazing. Everything was perfect. 10 out of 10

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  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Wine
  • Takeout
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Subway - 44m away
  • Ahmed Foodstore - 26m away
  • Charminster Road Post Office - 22m away
  • 29 Spices - 44m away
  • The Luxor Restaurant - 17m away
Bates Restaurant

350 Charminster Rd, Bournemouth BH8 9RX, UK

4.8 (259 reviews)
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P: 01202 240310

Had a superb meal with friends celebrating our golden wedding anniversary. Excellent food excellent service.

Anonymous - a year ago

Rating: 5 / 5

We booked our Christmas day dinner here as a group of 4 at £100 per head. We couldn't have asked for anything else! We all had such a happy time over 5 hours and 8 courses. The food was hot, home cooked, absolutely delicious and completely unfaultable. The service from the waiting staff was amazing from the moment we walked in to the moment we walked out. Very attentive and highly professional team running this place. Fantastic Chef. Goody bags full Christmas sweety delights to take home, Christmas crackers and 2 huge party poppers on the table to explode for some end of meal fun and crimbo celebration. If you've not visited here, we highly recommend you do if you like freshly prepared and really tasty home cooked English food. Thanks team Bates 🎉🍾🎉🍾🎉

Anonymous - a year ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Superb restaurant! Outstanding food - steak is probably the most tender we’ve ever had. Brilliant sized portions, Lovely wine & friendly service. Highly recommend!

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

I had a delicious meal at Bates for lunch. The restaurant was packed which was a good sign. Service was quick and the staff were friendly. The food was fresh, delicious and I just wish I had the room for a dessert. The cream of mushroom soup was delicious and the steak pie was fantastic. I think I will be going every week now.

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

5 star. Food excellant. The lady who served us was so nice. First course I had the pate and very good portion. Then roast chicken. Fresh vegetable. Meal was hot when cane out and services was very quick. I recommend it

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  • Reservable
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Esso - 41m away
  • Roxy's Bistro Bar - 106m away
  • Wonderful Kitchen Lounge & Garden - 238m away
  • Crescent Motorcycles Bournemouth - 75m away
  • BHVape Charminster - 62m away
Carl Ashley Electrical Services Ltd Bournemouth Dorset Local Qualified Approved electrician near me eicr rewire fault

72 Crusader Rd, Bournemouth BH11 9TZ, UK

4.9 (136 reviews)

P: 07807 935374

I can fully endorse Carl Ashley Electrical Services, I recently enquired about a domestic electrical installation which needed replacement and Carl completed this work for me to a first class standard. Throughout his time completing the work at our property both Carl and his assistant were very professional, courteous, respectful and diligent in their approach to the job at hand, they explained the work and product installed clearly to me and left everything very clean and tidy. Five Star Service and Recommend Highly!

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

My thanks to Carl Ashley Electrical Services Ltd for your kind help and support given. My electrics cut out on Sunday evening, I was so relieved to have Carl Ashley Electrical Services respond immediately to my call. Carl took time to listen understand and guide me through the process for me to be able to restore my electrics to power and to identify that the cause was to do with my aging oven. How appreciative I am for Carl's help and support given. I am pleased to ask Carl Ashley Electrical Services to attend advise quote and carry out my necessary Oven replacement works. Thank you for your help. Sue

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Carl and his apprentice came out today to fix a problem with the bathroom lights. Not only did they fix the issue quickly but then checked the other lights for issues. They were smart, tidy and even hoovered up a a little bit of dust that was generated. Would definitely recommend

Anonymous - a year ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Carl is always friendly, reliable, very professional and knowledgeable electrician. He always goes to that extra length to produce top quality work. His work ethic is second to none. He is punctual and leaves the place tidy after he is done. The trainees under him are also very professional and strive for excellence. I always have had a great experience of calling Carl and he is my go to electrician.

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Used Carl at my business for new lighting to be fitted on our sales forcourt. Priced the job and managed to get me in at his nearest booking time. Great work and very professional throughout. Definitely recommend.

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Nearby Landmarks:
  • The Co-operative Food - 451m away
  • Bearwood Community Centre - 469m away
  • Banks & Bearwood Medical Practice - 449m away
  • Avicenna Pharmacy Bearwood - 435m away
The King's Arms

30 High E St, Dorchester DT1 1HF, UK

4.6 (448 reviews)

P: 01305 238238

(We didn't stay - merely went for a celebration meal.) The food was really excellent, the service friendly and efficient, and the hotel's restoration after its long period of disuse could not be more sensitive. The bar and restaurant areas are simply beautiful!

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

We enjoyed our stay at the Kings Arms, we had an issue with a light fitting in our room which was dealt with very efficiently. Breakfast was delicious and there was lots of good quality food to choose from ! We also hired the Casterbridge room for a family wake, delicious food & a great space with history attached to the space. Would thoroughly recommend.

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

I dont leave many reviews for things; but have been meaning to write this one for a while. Came for a Sunday roast a few weeks ago and can honestly say it was one of the nicest roasts I've ever had. We chose the Kings Arms after previously visiting a sister hotel in Shaftesbury and very much enjoying our meal there. The service was excellent, with attentive but not overbearing staff, the food is delicious and the portion sizes were great. The prices arent cheap, but i felt that i got an experience that justified the price charged. Would thoroughly recommend.

Anonymous - 2 weeks ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Best place to have a few Christmas pints with friends. Very cosy seating areas with sofas next to the fire place. Reasonably priced beer (£4.80 ish) for a pint of Butcombe, very good quality / price!

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

If you are looking for a change from the usual humdrum Prem Inn Travelodge that seem to be taking over most town centres then this exquisette steeped in history creaky floored no room the same Hotel is for you. Refurbished to an excellent standard whilst retaining the period features. Staff were very friendly and helpful from the 2 receptionists we met to the lady running the restaurant to the bar person to the excellent chef we really couldn't fault it. Our evening meal in the restaurant was delicious and breakfast the next morning cooked to order much nicer than buffet style hot foods from above mentioned hotels. Thank you to all the staff we met who couldn't do enough for us and really topped off an excellent stay.

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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Waitrose & Partners - 149m away
  • Dorset Museum & Art Gallery - 107m away
  • Costa Coffee - 53m away
  • Corn Exchange - 39m away
  • Plaza Cinema Dorchester - 245m away
29 Spices

74 Charminster Rd, Bournemouth BH8 8UR, UK

4.7 (739 reviews)

P: 01202 116805

Ordered takeaway on New Years Eve and although it was quite late, it was a fantastic curry as usual and was very enjoyable. The chap on the phone was probably getting the brunt of it but they made sure the delivery got out in the end. Thank you!

Anonymous - 8 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Absolutely cannot fault. We were welcomed by very polite (understatement - super nice people) and helpful staff. Prices were reasonable and we were given containers to take the remainder home. We were pleasantly stuffed! Food was super hot and tasted outstanding. Would recommend and cannot wait to go back to our local Indian.

Anonymous - 2 weeks ago

Rating: 5 / 5

We saw 29 spices Christmas special advertised a few weeks before Christmas so we went in for dinner to try them out. Being celiac I find it difficult to eat out. We were looked after extremely well and the manager made sure he took our order and was great at advising what couibe made gluten free. The food was delicious and very generous sizes. Normally I can not have the poppadoms in restaurants, so was very happy when I was advised these were cooked separately and we're safe for me. We were so happy with the service and food we ordered the Christmas special to be delivered on Christmas which was fantastic.thank you

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Mamu was an absolute fantastic host, and we were so glad we came to.29 Spices! The onion bhaji's were sublime, and the chicken tikka phatia was 10/10! I'm considering coming back tomorrow for more!!

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Best curry I've had in a very long time. Well worth checking out. no issue with delivery at all. Food is excellent. I'm from Bournemouth, I've been to most Indian restaurants, it's nice to say I've finally found a good one.

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  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Takeout
  • Delivery
  • Children' Menu
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Charminster Road Post Office - 21m away
  • Subway - 83m away
  • Ali Baba - 35m away
  • Ahmed Foodstore - 65m away
  • The Luxor Restaurant - 30m away
St Johns Dental Practice

Inch Arran House, Ringhill St, Poundbury, Dorchester DT1 3BX, UK

4.6 (303 reviews)

P: 01305 265559

Outstanding! From the moment you walk in it's a positive experience. Receptionists are very pleasant & helpful and it's an overall nice environment. Dentist (Bart) did a brilliant job doing my root canal and I can't recommend him and the dental practice more highly.

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Good experience, as soon I entered the building the receptionist, Cristina, was very welcoming and helpful . My dentist , Suzana was amazing doing an amazing job fixing my tooth problem. I felt looked after and reassured when I left. Highly recommended, Thank you

Anonymous - 3 weeks ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Rang with hope of getting seen. Couldn't believe that I got a same day appointment, let alone that same morning. Lovely staff. Really nice Dentist. Treated me so nicely. Can't recommend them enough.

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Had my appointment today, the hygienist was very friendly and welcoming. The procedure was painless and I have very clean teeth. Booked up for another appointment in 6 months. I would recommend my hygienist as she is very good at her job and a very professional pleasant person.

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

As usual, efficient and kind. I had a choking fit and thought I would pass out. The dental assistants were very helpful and Bart was his usual considerate self. I have nothing but praise for them all.

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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Waitrose & Partners - 68m away
  • Poundbury Gardens - 176m away
  • The Engine Room Restaurant - 176m away
  • Casterbridge Chiropractic - 26m away
  • The Duchess of Cornwall - 135m away
Bupa Dental Care Poundbury

Windslade House, Bridport Rd, Poundbury, Dorchester DT1 3WH, UK

4.7 (61 reviews)

P: 01305 268068

Would highly recommend. Had excellent treatment here from start to finish. Thankyou to everyone involved and particularly Theo who did a stirling job. Very careful, put me at ease and clearly an expert in his field. Very happy!

Anonymous - 6 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

I have been a patient at Poundbury for over 20 years and remain as a patient due to the consistent care and professionalism of the staff which is important to me as a person with a fear of going to the dentist. I have no hesitation in recommending Bupa Dental Care Poundbury

Anonymous - 6 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Staff are professional and helpful. The ease of scheduling appointments is great and I never wait longer than 10min after my appointment time. Great service and a lovely practice!

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Nearby Landmarks:
  • The Great Field Poundbury - 170m away
  • Poundbury Gardens - 412m away
  • Loop Technology - 158m away
  • House of Dorchester - 185m away
  • Damers First School - 261m away
The Secret Garden Café

19 South St, Dorchester DT1 1BS, UK

4.6 (292 reviews)
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P: 01305 457300

Busy lunchtime. Had a delicious soup and amazing pink grapefruit tea. Very good value. Will be back for the plant based croissants! Thanks so much, it’s so important to have options like this.

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Great little cafe. Stopped here for tea and a light snack on our way to Cornwall. Was pleasantly surprised at the number of gluten free options. Millionaire shortbread was delicious!!

Anonymous - a year ago

Rating: 5 / 5

This is easily becoming my favourite cafe in Weymouth. The location is great, just moments from the harbour side in the bustling brewers quay area. They have a sizeable outside seating area for those dry days and a cosy dining area inside. The staff are wonderfully accommodating and lovely with our children, they are always offered colouring books and numerous high chairs are available. Now the food...it is lovely. It is all vegetarian or vegan, but even as a meat lover I always find something to eat. A personal favourite is the poutine, fries with melted cheese covered in the most delicious mushroom gravy - it is gorgeous! The extensive waffle menu is a firm hit with all ages, with choices to suit all. From waffles doused in chocolate to lovely fruit toppings. If you are in the area, I would wholeheartedly suggest you pop by for lunch.

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  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Brunch
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Waitrose & Partners - 158m away
  • Superdrug - 27m away
  • Plaza Cinema Dorchester - 119m away
  • Coffee#1 Dorchester - 135m away
  • Co-op Food - Dorchester - Trinity Square - 112m away
mydentist, Bridport Road, Dorchester

4 Bridport Rd, Dorchester DT1 1RR, UK

4.5 (40 reviews)

P: 01305 264600

I unfortunately had a filling come away from a front tooth, I felt awful and embarrassed.....I did not anyone to see it. I managed to get an appointment quickly with a lady dentist....she gave me advice on what she could do for me, after discussing my options I went for veneers on my two front teeth....she worked on my teeth for a mould to be taken. I then had to go back for another mould to be taken.....my third appointment was to have the veneers fitted. The whole experience was amazing from the receptionist, dentists and assistance, I could not thank them enough.....thank you once again x

Anonymous - 6 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Fantastic, I was anxious at having my cracked molar tooth extracted! Everyone is so friendly. Dentist lady is brilliant. Would recommend this practice to anyone contemplating finding a dentist. Thank you Radina, and everyone who I came into contact today.

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Excellent dentists and assistants. In this day and age I am not supposed to say this but they are "all good looking". I suppose after saying that, I will be taken away to a place of execution and shot. We are all able to get dentistry on the N H S providing the practice is registered with the N H S. It's not the dentist that is registered but the practice.

Anonymous - 5 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

I was terrified of going to the dentist for years, and had most of my treatment under sedation in Bournemouth, My dentist was so good at my dentist, and gradually gave me my confidence back, and with their support I can sit in the chair and have any treatment with being so nervous 10/10 Thank you so much 👏👏

Anonymous - a year ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Amazing service every time I go here, nice friendly staff that are welcoming! Nuno is amazing at what he does and is always professional, the nurse who was in the room was very helpful with my questions about whitening. I’m always leaving pleased with my treatments!

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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Dorchester Baptist Church - 49m away
  • Dorset County Hospital - 319m away
  • The Keep Military Museum - 62m away
  • Top o' Town Coach, Car and Multiuser parking - 70m away
  • Borough Gardens - 247m away
The Luxor Restaurant

67 Charminster Rd, Bournemouth BH8 8UE, UK

4.5 (777 reviews)
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P: 01202 298353

Had a delicious meal here with friends on a busy Wednesday evening. The portions were generous and well presented with plenty of flavours and textures. Parking is on the road side with restrictions but we didn't have any difficulties finding parking. Reasonably priced dishes so definitely recommend this to anyone who likes middle eastern food.

Anonymous - 6 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

We visited Bournemouth as a spontaneous trip to the beach and found this beautiful restaurant. Grace greeted us as soon as we walked in with a warm and welcoming presence. She provided us with all the support and information we needed to get the best experience out of their cuisine, which we really did. Honestly, we highly recommend this restaurant for all the right reasons; flavours and so many gorgeous veggie & meat options, customer service/beautiful environment, and atmosphere. Please plan to visit this restaurant and leave with an intoxicating bounce in your step & a full stomach. (P.s: Grace, thank you for such a wonderful experience we really appreciate your time, words, your energy and your kindness. Sending you and your family love and prayers).

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Went here on a little dinner date with my young daughter while me and her was having a daddy and daughter holiday in Bournemouth. I love shawarma so went looking for a place in Bournemouth that had good quality and not fake shawarma. And I must say this place didn’t disappoint the food was outstanding the quality was amazing the staff was really friendly and accommodating we got here about 8:30pm on a Saturday and managed to get a table for me and my little girl. If I’m ever in the area I will definitely be returning here to eat I had a mixed shawarma with rice and salad

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Excellent food, the staff were lovely and we had a great time, thank you so much!

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Came here for anniversary dinner. Great food . Good atmosphere. Will definitely return if we are in the area

Features:
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  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Brunch
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Takeout
  • Delivery
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Children' Menu
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Cocktails
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Subway - 59m away
  • Ahmed Foodstore - 41m away
  • Charminster Road Post Office - 7m away
  • 29 Spices - 32m away
  • Antepli - 92m away

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