Top Restaurants in Broadwindsor, Dorset
Tangerine
2 North St, Beaminster DT8 3DZ, UK | Restaurant P: 01308 281110
Rating: 4.8 (37) Price Level:
Adorable little café with a few vegan option in the small village of Beamister, the café itself is very cozy with different rooms and a lovely garden (it was winter when we visited so we enjoyed the garden from inside), the kitchen is visible so it feels like a family gathering. Service was very attentive and helpful. We had the vegan Sunday roast and the toast with creamed corn, both very good.
Rating: 5 / 5
Visited the Tangerine Cafe yesterday for the first time on our way down to West Bay (a short hop). The cafe is a perfect haven of calm with a cosy coffee shop, light and quiet orangery and a beautiful tea garden. There are also books and art work for sale. The food is varied, original and very tasty. We each had something different and really enjoyed the coconut peanut butter French toast and lovely fresh strawberries, Greek salad, scrambled eggs, French toast and bacon. The coffee is very good indeed. Sue, Chris and the team were very welcoming and we will definitely be back soon.
Rating: 5 / 5
An amazing cafe just off the picturesque Beaminster square! Superb homemade food, good sized portions, and delicious coffee. The hosts are lovely, and this is a must visit cafe if you are in the area!
Rating: 5 / 5
This was a spur of the moment stop to break up a long journey home and we are so glad we did. The cafe itself has been beautifully designed with beautiful garden and interesting local artwork. The menu was fantastic and had specials that changed daily (I loved the bubble and squeak and poached egg) and it was so lovely to be able to see in the kitchen. It also had really good glueten free options. The owners were incredibly friendly and chatty and made us feel really welcome.
Rating: 5 / 5
Fantastic find. Quirky, friendly & good value. Try it! We saw a sign to the Gallery in the market square in Beaminster and I popped down the road for a look as the pub we had intended to visit had just stopped food service. I am so glad we did find the Tangerine Gallery & Cafe. The place is a maze of small individual rooms, so social distancing is no problem. My wife and I chose to eat in the lovely cottage garden. Again, there is a choice of places to sit - we chose the hexagonal summer house. The staff were very friendly and, just as it says on the menu, everything is prepared fresh. The raspberry milk shake was bursting with fresh raspberries. We both chose the pork stir fry (good value at £7.90) and everything tasted crisp and fresh. We liked it so much that we took two slices of their lovely Dorset Apple Cake and Marmalade Bread Pudding away with us. Being a gallery, there were paintings and craft works for sale as well. We chose a new mascot for our caravan. If you are in the area, I really recommend the Tangerine Cafe.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Breakfast
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Brunch
- Outdoor Seating
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Good for Children
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Nearby Landmarks:
- The Red Lion - 32m away
- Salon on the Square Aveda Clarins Beaminster - 33m away
- Brassica Restaurant - 96m away
- The Greyhound Inn - 51m away
- The Ollerod - 111m away
Dorshi
6 Chancery Ln, Bridport DT6 3PX, UK | Restaurant P: 01308 423221
Rating: 4.9 (375) Price Level:
Everything was amazing. Between 2 of us we had almost all of the dumpling dishes because they were so good. The staff are brilliant & the drinks were exceptional too. Could not recommend it more.
Rating: 5 / 5
Came here during our bank holiday weekend escape from London, and what a gem it turned out to be. It’s tucked away in a little alleyway but easy to find. We were seated in the downstairs bar area which has a mix of high and low seating, with just the right balance of cozy and charming. I didn’t catch our waiter’s name but I believe he’s one of the managers. His service was impeccable from start to finish. We loved all the food but the charred pork belly is a must try. You can truly taste how much love goes into every dish. We got to have a chat with the chef, Brendan. His warmth and passion for his craft shone through, making us feel incredibly welcome. The folks at Dorshi genuinely care about and love what they do, and that made for an amazing experience. Can’t wait to come back!
Rating: 5 / 5
Every now and then, you actually have a recommendation that is actually perfect .went into the pursuit of hoppiness in the high Street bridport git chatting to the barman about food his first place was the dorshi hidden up a alleyway beside the bull pub .so went over to look found a great little Asian mix restaurant booked a table for 7.30 .when we arrived we were greeted but a friendly face and the chef who's cooking by the door .so we started with a local beer and saki .food wise we had dumplings with pork and ginger and steamed dumplings pepper chicken then the angry pig bowl then soy bean salad .and finished with steamed shiitake mushroom dumplings. WOW 👌 that's all I'm saying .chef your underpaid all the staff are excellent. Go here you will not be Disappointed. 🙂
Rating: 5 / 5
This is mine and my partner's favourite restaurant. It was recommended to us a few years ago by the owner of another one of our favourite restaurants in Birmingham, when he heard we'd be holidaying in Dorset. It does not disappoint! The restaurant itself is well decorated with cosy isolated booths upstairs, ideal for couples or small groups. The branding is unique and well thought out, using a nice green across menus, decals and merch as well as fun iconography that feels authentic to their South East Asian roots. This is often overlooked by a lot of independent restaurants. The food is delicious across the board with complex flavours and textures. I couldn't name anything I tried that would rank below a 7/10. Our first visit we sampled everything we could with helpful recommendations from the staff. Crispy fried fennel with crab mayo being a personal highlight for us. So much so we (unsuccessfully) tried to make it ourselves at home. Originally when we came the menu felt like a South East Asian tapas with a diverse selection of small plates. However on our most recent visit the menu has been streamlined towards a more typical starter and main arrangement. The starters being a tasty array of steamed or fried dumplings and the mains being either a noodle or rice bowl, with the addition of some small side plates. I'd be lying to say that this wasn't a little disappointing but given the current cost of living crisis and increasing supply costs for independent businesses I can totally understand why they would switch to this approach. It certainly won't deter me from returning and I can only hope that one day they bring back my beloved crispy fennel.
Rating: 5 / 5
What a little gem this place is, decor was very cozy and very well done, food was outstanding, lovely cocktails, nice selection of wine, owners and there team were friendly and on hand to assist with any queries, can't recommend this little gem of a restaurant any higher. We will return
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Serves Vegetarian Food
- Takeout
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Cocktails
- Vegetarian Food
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Nearby Landmarks:
- The Bull Hotel, Bridport - 21m away
- Bridport Museum - 119m away
- Coffee#1 Bridport - 47m away
- Waitrose & Partners - 298m away
- The Greyhound - JD Wetherspoon - 106m away
Parnham Restaurant
Parnham House, Beaminster DT8 3LZ, UK | Restaurant P: 01308 341341
Rating: 5 (1) Price Level:
From the moment you arrive you are transported to the most magical place, it feels like another world and that’s before you’ve even arrived at the restaurant. The service, food & atmosphere is just perfect and would absolutely recommend it to all.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Dog Friendly
Nearby Landmarks:
- Parnham Park - 6m away
- The Ollerod - 360m away
- The Red Lion - 421m away
- Brassica Restaurant - 451m away
- Co-op Food - Beaminster - The Square - 411m away
The Old George
The Square, Broadwindsor, Beaminster DT8 3QD, UK | Bed & Breakfast P: 07729 348277
Rating: 4.8 (13) Price Level:
Karen is the perfect host and her B&B is high end with all amenities in a beautiful setting. I highly recommend The Old George, thank you for a great stay and a lovely breakfast.
Rating: 5 / 5
Beautiful decor, the most comfortable bed ever, the warmest welcome and amazing breakfasts - this B&B is really lovely. Can’t recommend enough!
Rating: 5 / 5
I booked this hotel on my long distance walk through the UK mainly as it was convenient for walking to the highest point in Dorset at Lewesdon Hill. What a great place for a weary traveller! Karen is a great host, very responsive and attentive. The home cooking she presented to me in the evening was delicious, as was the full breakfast the next morning. The rooms, recently tastefully refurbished, were very clean and comfortable. A very personal and historic place to stay. Fantastic experience!
Rating: 5 / 5
A really nice warm welcome, from a perfect host, after a day in the countryside. Beautiful home cooked food, full of flavour and perfect hospitality. Lovely room, in a very quiet village set in stunning Dorset countryside. Thank you Karen.
Rating: 5 / 5
We had a really lovely time at the Old George for a mid-week break. The room and en suite were beautifully decorated, full of lots of thoughtful touches when we arrived. We had a delicious cooked breakfast, and spent the morning walking through the local country side before visiting Lyme Regis. Karen was such a wonderful host, and made it feel like a home from home. Particularly loved the luxury lounge where we played chess and sampled the cocktail menu! Thanks so much Karen x
Features:
Nearby Landmarks:
- Broadwindsor Community Stores - 71m away
- White Lion Inn - 48m away
- The Stableyard Restaurant - 305m away
- Redlands Yard - 327m away
Dexters
4-6 Hogshill St, Beaminster DT8 3AE, UK | Restaurant P: 01308 863285
Rating: 4.8 (65) Price Level:
Lovely food...a touch of home cooking and very friendly helpful staff. Reasonably priced and large portions too. Highly recommend Chicken in Brie sauce
Rating: 5 / 5
We were visiting family and travelled from quite far so we aren't familiar with the area but this place seems like it must be a local gem. The staff were amazing and so friendly, they couldn't be more helpful. The atmosphere was great and the food was so good. The price was so reasonable too for the quality of the food. Would recommend this place to everyone and will definitely visit again when back in the area. Thank you for a lovely lunch!
Rating: 4 / 5
We visited Beaminster today for the first time. Nice church with a friendly 'Walk in Wednesday' group. Several interesting shops. We looked at several cafes before going into Dexters on the main street just almost opposite to the square. Only small with about 8 tables but with a French bistro look. Very clean. Friendly staff. They are open for breakfast, lunch and evening meals. Several people came in to book tables, so it might be worthwhile to do so on the busier days. We both had 'small breakfasts' with a pot of Clipper tea. It was enough for 2 cups each. The breakfast was piping hot and comprised of toast and butter, hash brown, beans, tomato, fried egg, sausage, mushrooms and bacon. All cooked to perfection and well presented. At only £6.50 ea. for the breakfast and £2 ea for the tea, we thought this was good value. Well worth a visit!!
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Breakfast
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Serves Brunch
- Takeout
- Outdoor Seating
- Children' Menu
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Good for Children
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
- Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Nearby Landmarks:
- Brassica Restaurant - 17m away
- Co-op Food - Beaminster - The Square - 57m away
- The Greyhound Inn - 51m away
- Salon on the Square Aveda Clarins Beaminster - 67m away
- Beaminster Pharmacy - 87m away
White Lion Inn
Back Ln, Broadwindsor, Beaminster DT8 3QD, UK | Pub P: 01308 867070
Rating: 4.7 (139) Price Level:
A fantastic run community pub, overseen by Kerry and Clive. Great beers and excellent food prepared by chef Clive, you won't be disappointed with the selection or the results! A bit off the beaten track but well worth the visit. Make a plan and put it on your "to do" list!!
Rating: 5 / 5
We had heard about their famous RIBS… so booked a table which is advised. They literally melt in your mouth with the most amazing sauce. We also had their South African apricot pudding which was divine. Staff were lovely and the locals were very welcoming. Can’t wait to come back
Rating: 5 / 5
Wow , well deserved pub award , clive and Kerry are amazing hosts , passionate and dedicated to the community and to an awesome proper English pub experience, so neat and clean with amazing atmosphere and amazing beers on tap
Rating: 5 / 5
What a great village pub. We were on holiday in the area and decided to go to this “community” pub and what a great decision. Food lovely and great friendly locals. Charming landlady. These are the sort of places that should be supported. I unhesitatingly recommend.
Rating: 5 / 5
Really lovely country pub with a local atmosphere and great service. The food was exceptional. I love a burger believe me and I reckon the double bacon smash burger was one of the best I've ever had! Highly recommend!! My fiancé had the chicken and leek pie and was equAlly impressed! This little gem is a must visit if in the area. Oh very dog friendly too, our little puppy spread himself across the pub for a nap whilst we ate!
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Takeout
- Outdoor Seating
- Live Music
- Dog Friendly
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Cocktails
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
- Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Parking Options:
- Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- The Old George - 47m away
- Broadwindsor Community Stores - 114m away
- The Stableyard Restaurant - 263m away
- Redlands Yard - 285m away
The Greyhound Inn
11 The Square, Beaminster DT8 3AW, UK | Pub P: 01308 863783
Rating: 4.5 (232) Price Level:
Friendly Staff Lovely food, do a great roast on sunday with large portions. Highly recommend
Rating: 5 / 5
Called early evening for a quick drink. Found out it was curry night almost every table was booked, however we were shown a free table and read the menu while enjoying a pint. We ended up having a lovely pub meal each, both choosing off the specials board. Really good wholesome food at a reasonable price. All in a busy content pub. Just as it should be. Thank you 😊
Rating: 5 / 5
"Visited The Greyhound in Beaminster for drinks and had a wonderful experience. The landlord was very welcoming and the pub is extremely dog-friendly with a water station and treats available. Ended up spending hours playing board games in the snug and indulging in a few too many bottles of wine. The atmosphere was fantastic, the staff were friendly and welcoming. A great place to unwind and enjoy some quality time. Highly recommended!"
Rating: 5 / 5
The food was absolutely delicious! My friend and I really enjoyed ourselves, the atmosphere was wonderful, everyone was very friendly and nothing was too much. The portion sizes were huge and very filling, I didn't have room for dessert, which is unheard of! Thank you so much. We will definitely be back. Extra bonus as it was an affordable meal with drinks! There are car parks around the pub if you were to need it.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Dog Friendly
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Cocktails
Accessibility Features:
Parking Options:
- Free Street Parking
- Paid Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- Brassica Restaurant - 45m away
- Salon on the Square Aveda Clarins Beaminster - 19m away
- Co-op Food - Beaminster - The Square - 50m away
- The Red Lion - 30m away
- The Ollerod - 145m away
Winyards Gap Inn
Chedington, Beaminster DT8 3HY, UK | Pub P: 01935 891244
Rating: 4.5 (645) Price Level:
We stayed here due to a burial the next day. Rooms were lovely and bed was very comfy. Would definitely stay here again. Staff were very friendly and nothing was too much trouble.
Rating: 5 / 5
Lovely location, very nice pub, friendly staff. We stopped off for a quick pint randomly but we're probably going to visit again after our break as the food looked very nice! I would definitely recommend it if you're in the area.
Rating: 5 / 5
Good food and a very comfortable dining experience. Service was excellent and food is always served freshly cooked. Plenty of seating outside with views across the whole valley. Great place to watch the sun go down. Dog friendly and a good children's menu. Recommended to book for an inside table or larger group.
Rating: 5 / 5
Just enjoyed the most delicious lunch here! Four of us plus 4 large damp dogs! The staff couldn’t have been more helpful. The service was excellent and the food was absolutely fantastic! Compliments to the chef and thanks to Luke who looked after us so well! We will definitely return! A gem!
Rating: 5 / 5
What a find! Great food, welcoming environment and team, dog friendly. Stayed in the area and this was our local. Settled in for the evening with decent beers and board games. It didn't disappoint. No food pics as it looked so delicious, we tucked straight in. Cheers lads.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Outdoor Seating
- Dog Friendly
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Cocktails
Accessibility Features:
Parking Options:
- Free Parking Lot
- Free Street Parking
The Royal Oak Drimpton
1 Bridport Rd, Drimpton, Beaminster DT8 3RD, UK | Pub P: 01308 867930
Rating: 4.6 (118) Price Level:
Food was extremely good and delicious and a lot of yummy choices. Portions were a good size. Staff were very cheerful and helpful. The atmosphere was great. We could have stayed in the pub all evening. Highly recommended.
Rating: 5 / 5
Lovely locals pub, very friendly and welcoming. Nice garden. Food and service excellent. Give it a try!
Rating: 5 / 5
We heard from the owner of our holiday let that this pub was under new ownership so we thought we'd give it a try and we both had lovely meals. There's a small car park adjacent along with a small garden. The locals park right outside the pub door making entry and exit difficult but that's locals for you.
Rating: 5 / 5
Great traditional village pub with garden, friendly and welcoming and serving excellent food and drink. Extensive menu with something for everyone, kids included, and generous portions, beautifully cooked. Highly recommend.
Rating: 5 / 5
Best pub food we have had in a long time. Fire was going and good atmosphere. Photos are chicken strip starter, steak, pork belly and biscoff cheesecake.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Takeout
- Outdoor Seating
- Dog Friendly
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
Accessibility Features:
Parking Options:
- Free Parking Lot
- Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- Drimpton Village Hall and recreation ground - 340m away
The Stableyard Restaurant
Redlands Ln, Broadwindsor, Beaminster DT8 3PX, UK | Restaurant P: 01308 868362
Rating: 4.6 (160) Price Level:
Wow wow wow!! The best lunch! The steak pie was absolutely delicious, with melt in the mouth chunks of steak. Luxury hot chocolate was the best hot chocolate I've ever had. And the coffee was smooth and delicious. We were very full after a big plate of food, but the cakes were way too tempting to resist so took some to go. Absolute local treasure! Great menu from local produce. Thank you!
Rating: 5 / 5
Had the pie veg and chips special. It was so delicious - great quality ingredients - hearty and warming food. Great vibe here. We cannot wait to go back.
Rating: 5 / 5
Had another lovely Sunday roast meal at the Stableyard restaurant in Broadwindsor. Some of our party had pork and others had chicken, lovely hot food, prompt service. Thank you to Linda, Sam and all the staff. Also, thanks for keeping us supplied with your delicious cakes. Next on the agenda is to have the cooked breakfast.
Rating: 4 / 5
The breakfast menu l found to be ABIT disappointed as the large breakfast as the eggs were over cooked and not runny as we had a party of 20+ people and the baked beans came in a large bowl for a table of four to share and was so hot it was microwaved to high a temperature. Sorry but I won't be coming back as I felt it was not value for money
Rating: 5 / 5
Fantastic Sunday roast pork. Everything cooked to perfection, lovely thick slices of meat. Chocolate brownie sundae was really good. Struggled to finish it all. Great place to eat. Will definitely come back & recommend to others.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Breakfast
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Serves Brunch
- Serves Vegetarian Food
- Outdoor Seating
- Children' Menu
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Good for Children
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Vegetarian Food
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
- Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Parking Options:
- Free Parking Lot
- Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- Redlands Yard - 28m away
- White Lion Inn - 258m away
- The Old George - 309m away
- Broadwindsor Community Stores - 372m away