Best Places and Services in Dorset (2025)

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Top-Rated Places and Services in Dorset

David Hall Electrical

131 Monmouth Rd, Dorchester DT1 2DF, UK

4.7 (3 reviews)

P: 07779 587443

Anonymous - 3 years ago

Rating: 4 / 5

Anonymous - 2 years ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Punctual, professional, knowledgeable.

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David Hall Electrical - Electrician in Dorset with 4.7 star rating
Nearby Landmarks:
  • Brewery Square - 383m away
  • The Bakers Arms - 113m away
  • Beggars Knap B&B - 472m away
  • Maumbury Rings Roman Amphitheatre - 479m away
  • Finca - 492m away
Shire Hall Cafe

High W St, Dorchester DT1 1UY, UK

4.6 (61 reviews)
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P: 01305 261849

Absolutely lovely. Relaxed atmosphere and wide variety of freshly cooked dishes

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 4 / 5

I take all our visitors here from my youngest grandson aged 8 to my not so young friends. Everyone enjoys it even the teenagers and a bonus is phone service sketchy so they interact . Recommend using headphones for a good visit to dungeons and court.We eat at the cafe each time ,food always good but at busy times can be slow .

Anonymous - 6 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Lovely cafe & staff - nice selection of food. The fresh quiche (with salad & slaw) was very nice as was the dorset apple cake.

Anonymous - 5 months ago

Rating: 4 / 5

We had scones and drinks all very nice.After we had the tour around the building. All very good can recommend to do both.

Anonymous - 5 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Very nice cafe in an interesting museum. Food very good, staff excellent

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Brunch
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • The Colliton Club & Bar - 91m away
  • The Tutankhamun Exhibition - 54m away
  • Dorset Museum & Art Gallery - 112m away
  • Plaza Cinema Dorchester - 162m away
  • Waitrose & Partners - 267m away
Walnut Grove

25 Durngate St, Dorchester DT1 1JP, UK

4.6 (321 reviews)
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P: 01305 268882

Cosy, licensed café restaurant offering everything from coffee and cake, a quick bite or fine lunch. Confit duck in Cointreau sauce was very good.

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

This place takes you by surprise as it looks small from the outside but there is a lot of seating inside, plus upstairs. The service was really welcoming and friendly. The scones were amazing! The menu had lots of choices including sandwiches and jacket potatoes.

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

What a little gem of a cafe/restaurant!!! We popped in for lunch today, Sunday, for 16.95 each had sirloin beef roast, generous portion, toasties, potato gratin, plenty of veg, Yorkshire pudding, just the right consistency of gravy. And a side of horseradish. Best roast we've had in a very long time.... I normally save room for a pudding... but no... I ate every mouthful...and at 6pm was still not hungry. Staff so pleasant . I almost didn't want to leave such a good review in case I can't get a table any time soon!!

Anonymous - 3 weeks ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Just had our Christmas lunch a party of 13. Wonderful hot food ..great service lovely atmosphere would definitely recommend you won't be disappointed.

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Excellent service, food was incredible. I got the eggs Benedict with salmon and it was probably the best I’ve had. Yolk was perfectly runny n was well presented. Will be returning in future.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Brunch
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Takeout
  • 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
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Waitrose & Partners - 76m away
  • Greggs - 45m away
  • Dorset Museum & Art Gallery - 114m away
  • Costa Coffee - 69m away
  • Potters Cafe Bistro - 33m away
Potters Cafe Bistro

19 Durngate St, Dorchester DT1 1JP, UK

4.6 (301 reviews)
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P: 01305 260312

A lovely little cafe, tucked away in a Dorchester side street. A well-kept secret that the locals cherish. You can get to Potters back door and their lovely patio garden by turning left before entering Waitrose. The front door is in the street next to Tony & Guys hair salon. The cafe offers lots of homemade goodies and great tea and coffee. They are a little pricey for some of their items but it's worth paying that little bit more for quality. The staff are well above the average.

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Really excellent. As someone who also owns a small independent cafe, Potters is one of the best I have visited. Lovely food( club sandwich) almost too much to finish, and I’m a big eater. Very attentive staff, and extremely good value for money. All round an excellent little cafe.

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

We only popped in for a drink but the staff were lovely and the service was very good.

Anonymous - 9 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Been a couple of times and already planning my next trip! Staff are lovely and attentive, menu is simple but wholesome with a great selection of café classics and specials. Really lovely setting and a courtyard - and a big bonus they're dog friendly!

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • 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
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Parking Options:
  • Paid Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
  • Waitrose & Partners - 51m away
  • Walnut Grove - 29m away
  • Dorset Museum & Art Gallery - 143m away
  • Plaza Cinema Dorchester - 186m away
  • The King's Arms - 113m away
wagamama dorchester

21 Weymouth Ave, Brewery Sq, Dorchester DT1 1HX, UK

4.5 (1,053 reviews)
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P: 01305 260219

Most amazing service by Amelia!!! We had just come from our first baby scan at the hospital and Amelia was so sweet, so attentive and the restaurant even gifted us a recipe book with the sweetest inscription 🥹 The food was delicious. We had juices, tea, an appetizer and mains. I especially loved the veggie corn dogs. We will definitely be back soon. xx

Anonymous - a week ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Perfect in every way : seating, ambience, service, vibes, menu offerings, veg options, portions, presentation, taste, colour/ freshness of the salads and toppings. Very nice

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

You get what you pay for and here that means excellent service, lovely atmosphere and most importantly delicious food. High quality, fresh ingredients cooked to order with a huge range of dishes that are better than the run of the mill options.

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

I popped in today for a menu from the Dorchester branch and was greeted by Adam the manager (what a lovely man) I decided to go back after work an order some food to go. Adam was there and may I say what exceptional service! I don't think I've ever experienced such great service before, he was so helpful and all his staff were amazing also. As always the food was fantastic and I can't compliment you all enough. We will be back very soon ☺️

Anonymous - 5 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

big thanks to El for being a wonderful server! amazing service! I ate here for the first time today, with my Mother! the food was lovely, and the drinks were amazing!

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • 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
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
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Parking Options:
  • Paid Parking Lot
  • Paid Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
  • Brewery Square - 63m away
  • Nando's Dorchester - 34m away
  • Dorchester Market & Carboot - 100m away
  • ODEON Dorchester - 45m away
  • Vivo Lounge - 35m away
Dorchester Market Cafe

Maumbury Rd, Dorchester DT1 1QW, UK

4.2 (75 reviews)
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P: 01305 262834

Called in today with some mates on motorbikes, it had been raining and we were soggy. We were made very welcome by the staff and after some good food and coffee we were warm enough to carry on. Would definitely recommend to anyone. Plenty of space, plenty of parking, good food and a warm welcome. What more could you ask for.

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Tried this cafe for the first time yesterday. Probably one of the best breakfasts in Dorchester! Wherever I go my wife and I always like well done bacon and there’s only a few places that actually understand what well done bacon is, so we always go overboard when asking for it to be very very very well done. The chef overheard this and assured me the bacon would be nice. The bacon was perfect, and the rest of the breakfast was lovely. Top notch breakfast and a proper cafe. Well done everyone involved.

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Market Cafe in Dorchester is Great for a Breakfast but Awesome for the Sunday Carvery. Great Portions and tasty plus Hot with Super Friendly Service

Anonymous - 2 weeks ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Best carvery ive had in a long time. Every thing was lovely and fresh and tip top roast potatoes. Great place to go to highly recommended.

Anonymous - in the last week

Rating: 5 / 5

Best cooked breakfast in Dorchester. Make sure you go and try it. Ordered a small breakfast and everything was hot and cooked to order. It all tasted great. The people running the store are very welcoming and checked that we were enjoying our meal. You can have toast or fried bread. You can also add a few extras. If you like a big breakfast then you’ll want to order the bigger one. The cafe is freshly decorated and extremely clean. We will definitely be back for another breakfast, and try more of the menu.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Brunch
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restroom
  • Good for Children
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
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Parking Options:
  • Paid Parking Lot
Nearby Landmarks:
  • The Range, Dorchester - 77m away
  • Brewery Square - 207m away
  • Dorset County Hospital - 415m away
  • Dorchester Market & Carboot - 89m away
  • Borough Gardens - 209m away
Vivo Lounge

23 Weymouth Ave, Dorchester DT1 1QR, UK

4.3 (822 reviews)
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P: 01305 251291

I was visiting friends in England and they brought us here. It was a fun, lively place with a good atmosphere. There was no ordering at the table unless you used your device. I had trouble with mine so I ordered at the bar. The food came in reasonable time and was good quality. There were many choices and they were very accommodating to dietary requirements.

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

It's a really good place! Very delicious chicken, bacon avocado salad 🤤. Nice atmosphere and good service! Very quiet and cozy and I like Christmas decorations!

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

A lovely place, me and my friend went there after a day out in Dorchester. They had amazing food and lovely staff. They were very kind to us when we said about allergies, and helped us to get what we wanted!

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Vivo Lounga had something for everyone. Their menu is very inclusive and the vegan options are endless. The staff is super friendly and helpful, the deco is very tasteful with some beautiful furniture and interesting pictures adorning the wall. The food itself was superb and quick to arrive. The meat options and the vegan options were equally well prepared and presented. All in all, you MUST have a meal here for a great time!

Anonymous - 8 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Love the decor on the walls gives it a unique feel to the place. The food not really top notch but if you want to sit there and use WIFI while you have a coffee and read a book in a private corner or couch then that is a place to go.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Brunch
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Takeout
  • 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
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
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Parking Options:
  • Paid Parking Lot
  • Paid Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
  • Brewery Square - 85m away
  • Dorchester Market & Carboot - 53m away
  • Nando's Dorchester - 35m away
  • ODEON Dorchester - 46m away
  • Côte Dorchester - 37m away
Switched On Electrical Engineers

Unit 6 Wanchard Ln, Charminster, Dorchester DT2 9RP, UK

4.4 (7 reviews)

P: 01305 753679

Very good staff turned up the same day

Anonymous - 5 years ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Outstanding service! Speedy quote and easy to communicate with!

Anonymous - 2 years ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Very helpful

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Phoned for a quote for two broken bayonet fittings. Was round within an hour and al done for a very good price. Exceptional friendly professional service. Would recommend to anyone. superb

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Switched On Electrical Engineers - Electrician in Dorset with 4.4 star rating
Nearby Landmarks:
  • Charminster Garage - 53m away
  • Seven Springs Photography Studios - 191m away
  • The Gamekeeper - 390m away
  • Mx5 Heaven - 178m away
  • Jurassic Safari - 494m away
The Duchess of Cornwall

12 Queen Mother Square, Poundbury, Dorchester DT1 3DD, UK

4.2 (1,631 reviews)
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P: 01305 757569

Stopped off for late lunch on. Friday. Parking nearby was very busy but there are side roads where parking is generally available. Interior was warm, well lit and inviting. It was quite busy but there were tables available. Some were reserved. Reasonable menu...general pub food. Reasonable prices. Dishes on menu marked with vegetarian/gluten free options but if you have allergies/sensitivities check with staff and they will show you the allergens tablet to check. Order food at bar and delivery was to your numbered table. Food was tasty and hot, reasonable presentation. I had a beef and ale pie with gravy, mash and peas. It came with red cabbage as standard but staff happy to change veg. Toilets upstairs so if you have mobility issues there is a lift to use but it was used as storage area for kids highchairs lol. Plenty of space around tables for wheelchair, mobility aids and pushchairs if you need. Level access to pub from street.

Anonymous - in the last week

Rating: 5 / 5

We booked an area upstairs for my son’s 1st birthday celebration with our friends and family. The pub was decorated so nicely for Christmas and it had a lovely atmosphere. The food was amazing. Staff were professional, friendly and nothing was too much trouble. We can’t wait to visit again soon

Anonymous - a week ago

Rating: 5 / 5

So lucky to have this fabulous pub as our local! The staff are fantastic and go out of their way to offer great service. With a Welcoming and friendly atmosphere, stunning surroundings and pretty decent food it’s no wonder this pub is busy. The only negative is they don’t take cash which is pretty outrageous.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Brunch
  • 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
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Parking Options:
  • Free Parking Lot
  • Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
  • Poundbury Gardens - 72m away
  • Waitrose & Partners - 54m away
  • The Engine Room Restaurant - 64m away
  • The Potting Shed - 101m away
  • Meyers Estate Agents - 58m away
Coffee#1 Dorchester

31 South St, Dorchester DT1 1DD, UK

4.3 (1,051 reviews)
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P: 01305 265386

Great little coffee shop, staff are very pleasant. There is a good loyalty card/app scheme. Fabulous choice of beverages and even has its own *secret" menu. Good selection of items to choose from. Nice to see that calories are available next to the items, making it easy to check if you are on a specific diet. Meaning informed choices than trying to second guess, which meant my friend was able to enjoy their sweet treat even more as they were able to factor it into their daily requirements. The triple chocolate brownie is exceptionally tasty if i say so myself and a fiem favourite for me. Only downside because Coffee#1 is so good, you find yourself having to clear a table to sit at. Which is why I've marked it as a 4 star for atmosphere. The tables need clearing and wiping down more frequently as it is sometimes a struggle to get a clean table to sit at. Small, but a pleasant outside area to sit and watch the world go by.

Anonymous - a year ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Great coffee, friendly service and really yummy cake. I had coffee and walnut cake and it was perfect. Staff were very helful and order was ready very quickly. Be sure to check out the wall of fame.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Brunch
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Takeout
  • Delivery
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
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Parking Options:
  • Paid Parking Lot
  • Paid Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
  • Iceland Supermarket Dorchester - 38m away
  • Brewery Square - 262m away
  • Subway - 22m away
  • Plaza Cinema Dorchester - 215m away
  • Waitrose & Partners - 288m away

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