Best Places and Services in Melbury osmond, Dorset (2025)

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Top-Rated Places and Services in Melbury osmond, Dorset

The New Inn

Highgate Ln, West Knighton, Dorchester DT2 8PE, UK

4.6 (620 reviews)
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P: 01305 852349

Came here for a lunch meal as a surprise birthday party, and can't praise the restaurant enough. The food was lovely, and they managed a large group very well. I've been to other places before as a large group and it has been a disaster, so it was really nice to see how well this place handled the 23 of us. If I lived closer, I'd definitely be back more often!

Anonymous - 2 weeks ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Only ate, didn’t stay. A fantastic location in a lovely village. There were 15 of us; the food was outstanding, and we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. We will definitely be eating at The New Inn again.

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Pub dinner- Just returned from the new inn pub. First visit, but not our last for sure. 3 x diners all left very pleased with the venue, great staff, and excellent menu. We had Angus burger and lamb burger, and we all enjoyed them. Very tasty and filling. Thank you.

Anonymous - 3 weeks ago

Rating: 5 / 5

We didn't stay at the New Inn, but we did have a large family Christmas lunch. The food was delicious; the service was fun, attentive, and professional. The atmosphere was lovely. Everyone has commented on how special the afternoon was and will return. I've already recommended The New Inn to folks and will continue to do so. If you get the chance to visit, GO!

Anonymous - 3 weeks ago

Rating: 4 / 5

We went for lunch as a party of 6. We had pre booked because it was the Christmas season. We were greeted by a very friendly member of the team. Shown to our table,allowed to settle, then had our drinks order taken and then shortly after that we had our meal order's taken by another charming team member. We didn't have to wait very long until all of our food was brought to the table. We had a gluten free option, a vegetarian option and 4 meals and starters off the Special menu. Every meal was beautifully cooked and presented. We had a really lovely time and will definitely be returning in the near future.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Outdoor Seating
  • 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:
  • Free Parking Lot
  • Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
  • G Crook and Sons Plant & Machinery Hire - 292m away
Walnut Grove

25 Durngate St, Dorchester DT1 1JP, UK

4.6 (321 reviews)
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P: 01305 268882

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 - 5 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.

Anonymous - a month 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 - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

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 - 4 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!!

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
  • Potters Cafe Bistro - 33m away
  • Dorset Museum & Art Gallery - 114m away
  • Plaza Cinema Dorchester - 163m away
  • Costa Coffee - 69m away
The Chetnole Inn

Chetnole, Sherborne DT9 6NU, UK

4.7 (188 reviews)

P: 01935 872337

The food was delicious. Great customer service. Very nice pub and beautiful garden

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Lovely Atmosphere, the Food was delicious at very reasonable prices and the Bar Staff and Landlady very pleasant. And exceptionally Dog Friendly. Well worth leaving our village and travelling a few miles.

Anonymous - 11 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

I often stop off here on a Friday after work, The staff are lovely, the beer is fab. I've yet to try the food but plan on coming back with family. Well worth giving it a go. Just a few mins off the A 37.

Anonymous - 6 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Stopped off for a cold refreshing cider was lovley and very tastefully decorated to a high standard food looks amazing too would definitely recommend 👌

Anonymous - 7 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

We had Sunday lunch here last month. This is a lovely pub, great lunch and most of all great service. Made our Sunday and fully recommended.

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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Chetnole Village Hall - 20m away
The Wise Man Inn

West Stafford, Dorchester DT2 8AG, UK

4.5 (372 reviews)
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P: 01305 261970

Really enjoyed our meal, great atmosphere and lovely food, not just the usual stuff either, some really interesting dishes. Staff were friendly and helpful.

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Fabulous gastro pub. We enjoyed the food so much we went there for a second evening whilst staying overnight locally. Really good value for money with generous portion sizes 😁 If you have the fish Friday, which includes a drink, you need to ask, which ones are included before ordering. We didn't realize that at the time and ordered drinks that weren't included.

Anonymous - 3 years ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Very cozy place! Had a table booked for 12:15 but showed up an hour early, we still were friendly welcomed and enjoyed a coffee and a pot of tea in the cozy sunny spot inside before we could order our lunch. Great selection and daily specials. We had a Camembert with sourdough to share and two starters as small Mains, salmon fish pie with cream cheese and watercress, breadcrumb battered feta with caramellised figs and honey glaze and two portions of chips. We even got the aioli requested from another main to dip the chips in! As dessert we shared grilled plums.. all very lovely presented. We were absolutely stuffed, even we had no breakfast and no mains! Two drinks. Card payment didn't work for ages and stuff was very helpful and patient!! We spent 3 lovely hours in here with delicious food for a very reasonable price!! Recommended!!

Anonymous - 10 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Lovely couldn't fault anything the food was delicious as were the desserts..Staff very friendly and welcoming..Definitely will be visiting again soon

Anonymous - 11 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Selfishly I would like to keep this little gem to myself so that I can always go when I want but in the spirit of generosity (and because these guys are so brilliant) I felt I needed to leave a review. All of it is outstanding - the food, the service, the ambience, the wine - and I’m a hard person to please! I have been for a quick soup and a sandwich, full-blown Sunday roast and a mid-week supper. All superb, freshly prepared food. Yes, maybe slightly pricier than other pubs, but if top quality food and a genuinely friendly service is your priority this is the place to come!

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • 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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Vivo Lounge

23 Weymouth Ave, Dorchester DT1 1QR, UK

4.3 (824 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 - 9 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.

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 - 5 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 - 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!

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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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Brewery Square - 85m away
  • Nando's Dorchester - 35m away
  • Dorchester Market & Carboot - 53m away
  • ODEON Dorchester - 46m away
  • Côte Dorchester - 37m away
George Albert Hotel

George Albert Hotel, Wardon Hill, Dorchester DT2 9PW, UK

4.4 (325 reviews)

P: 01935 483430

The best gluten free food I have ever had. Top quality chef who really goes above and beyond. Great staff and rooms. Highly recommended.

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

The George Albert Hotel was a real gem. Nestled in the Dorset countryside the staff are really friendly and welcoming. The rooms are very well appointed and have plenty of space. Ours had a bistro table and chairs, as well as a small sofa and desk with a chair. Food was fantastic, prepared by head chef Tom and his team. We also loved the Arcadia spa, run by Michelle. Treatments were extremely relaxing and plenty of space to chill out (or warm up in the thermal suite). All in all a wonderful stay for our wedding anniversary. There are also great functions rooms for conferences, seminars, weddings and parties.

Anonymous - a week ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Went for the carvery Sunday lunch and I must say this was absolutely fantastic. The quality of the food was great and the service received was brilliant - I would definitely recommend and will be heading back here for sure

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 4 / 5

Staff were attentive and friendly but discrete. They worked hard keeping the coffee topped up and tables cleared quickly. Lovely airy atmosphere with plenty of places to sit and watch the world go by. Wish I'd had time to check out the spa. Easily accessible from Dorchester and Yeovil. Plenty of parking. I would be pleased to book this for an event or an overnight stop.

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 4 / 5

My parents and I stayed at the George Albert on the way to see family in Sherborne. We found the rooms to be really comfortable and clean, very spacious and with lovely additional touches like tissues, tea, coffee etc. The staff were all very friendly and helpful, and the evening meal was very nice. The continental breakfast was a bit basic for the amount we paid, but we would definitely return here again when next in the area. Thanks!

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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Wardon Hill Trading Post - 63m away
  • Clay Pigeon Raceway - 335m away
PiP Café and Meeting Hub

St John Way, Dorchester DT1 2FG, UK

4.4 (148 reviews)

P: 01305 259142

Well managed little gem in the heart of the park. Great spot for a coffee and a chat whilst watching the children play. Can't fault the place

Anonymous - a year ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Coffee and cake stop with granddaughter while visiting the adventure playground. Really good coffee and tasty cakes.

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 4 / 5

Brilliant sandwiches and drinks, the cafe is clean. The staff aren’t that kind.

Anonymous - a year ago

Rating: 4 / 5

Staff are okay, not overly friendly, but not not nice. Always quick service, reasonable prices, and nice hot cafe style drinks and cake/ pastries. It's not a fancy place, it's a casual place to chill. Good with a child/ baby. And good before/ after a walk round the great field. We got a hot drink each and a croissant.

Anonymous - 2 years ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Excellent place to go for warm and freshly-made food and drinks. It's at a great location and when the park opens up, it will be the ideal spot for everyone. Definitely recommend going. I also work here and the staff and the customers are always so friendly and both parties are always so understanding no matter the circumstance.

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
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
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Parking Options:
  • Free Parking Lot
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • The Great Field Poundbury - 136m away
  • Great Park at The Great Field - 60m away
  • Damers First School - 261m away
  • Poundbury Pharmacy - 144m away
  • Loop Technology - 309m away
The Sheaf Of Arrows

Yeovil Road, Melbury Osmond, Dorchester DT2 0NF, UK

4.3 (216 reviews)
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P: 01935 713938

Friendly pub recently reopened, cosy fire and nice food. Worth a visit. Good walks nearby too

Anonymous - 5 years ago

Rating: 4 / 5

Attractively refurbished modern looking pub stop..decent beer and menu...good staff not bad prices..a good lunch stop on the way down south

Anonymous - 4 weeks ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Stopped in by chance for a late lunch, the fire was roaring and so welcoming! The four of us had the set menu/specials, pate, sausage and creamy mash & homemade chicken pies....and couldn't say no to the lemon bread & butter pudding, which was deelish!! Well stocked bar and choice of beer/Ales. The team were so friendly and very attentive....wishing them every success, its a fabulous little pub.

Anonymous - 7 years ago

Rating: 4 / 5

Just left the inn after a very enjoyable lunch. We got there about 1 o'clock and found it fairly busy but enough tables to cater for other people who came in after us. We had to wait a little while for our meals...but it was worth it. I had the lasagna with chips which was one of the more reasonably priced meals on the menu. Very tasty and too large for me to finish. The young lady who served us was very pleasant. The place is very clean and caters for all tastes...although I didn't see a menu which gave you the option of sandwiches if that is all you wanted (had open sandwiches though). Would definitely go again😊

Anonymous - in the last week

Rating: 5 / 5

Happened to go in for dinner after hearing from a friend that it had reopened and definitely wasn't disappointed,the food was beautiful and i enjoyed it thoroughly as was the atmosphere which i always look for when dining somewhere.You can tell that alot of love and care has definitely been put into this place after it was closed for so long and it was definitely worth the wait will definitely be returning for both food or just a drink by their gorgeous log fires.I would just like to end on the service by the servers was impeccable I hope to be returning for many years to come.definitely recommend 😊 thank you for the best date out I've had in a while.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
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The Watch House

West Bay, Bridport DT6 4EN, UK

4.3 (1,039 reviews)
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P: 01308 459330

Delicious fish & chips! Big cocktail menu. Great location right by the water.

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Great lively place, right on the beach, good food and service, good fast pizzas 🍕.... Needs a nice craft beer on tap 😂👍

Anonymous - 3 weeks ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Fantastic restaurant. Fantastic location on WestBay Beach. We had a Sunday roast which was so tender and tasty. Thank you. We will be back.

Anonymous - 8 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

A wonderful lunch, we all decide to have the daily specials. All were delicious, great value for money and we had three dogs with us and the staff could not have been more friendly or accommodating. They bring you complimentary biscuits for the dogs.

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Superb restaurant and perfect location. If you're fond of sand dunes, and salty air, quaint little villages everywhere..... IYKYK. Food is always great, service spot on.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Brunch
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Children' Menu
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
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  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Bridport Arms - 33m away
  • West Bay Cliffs - 136m away
  • Parkdean Resorts West Bay Holiday Park, Dorset - 206m away
  • East Beach Car Park - 144m away
  • West Bay Discovery Centre - 52m away
The Restaurant at Summer Lodge

9 Fore St, Evershot, Dorchester DT2 0JR, UK

4.0 (4 reviews)

P: 01935 482000

Relaxing lounge, friendly staff and delicous meal......

Anonymous - 4 years ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Regardless of any concern about feeling out of place this French fine dining Restaurant is second to none. From the minute you park the welcome is first class. Pre dinner drinks can be had in the whiskey or drawing rooms, both are fabulously decorated and the whiskey room is more an exhibition space for the drink itself. The dinning area is classic Staley home still with a mix of seating areas and great table decorations. Service is second to none with a stunning menu and wine list. The staff are extremely knowledgeable and detailed information on food origin or wine recommendation are available instantly if asked. I would highly recommend this as a great place for that celebration dinner or just afternoon tea, either way you will not be disappointed.

Anonymous - a year ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Children' Menu
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Cocktails
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
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  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Summer Lodge Country House Hotel & Restaurant - 30m away
  • Evershot Bakery Ltd - 32m away
  • The Acorn Inn - 115m away
  • Evershot Village Hall - 162m away

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