Top Restaurants in Charmouth, Dorset
Millside
1 Mill Ln, Lyme Regis DT7 3PU, UK | Seafood Restaurant P: 01297 445999
Rating: 4.8 (367) Price Level:
My boyfriend and I were holidaying in Lyme over the weekend, both from Birmingham, we have plenty of restaurants in the city… yet Millside is the best meal we have had so far in 2024! Such a beautiful setting and a intimate dining experience. Although a small menu for mains, the starters are varied. I tried the escargot which our waiter recommended - who knew snails tasted so good! My boyfriend had the half lobster and I tried rump steak, also for the first time. Both dishes were presented beautifully and provided explosions of flavour with each bite, I’ll be dreaming of this meal for weeks! Thank you for such a wonderful meal and such attentive service.
Rating: 5 / 5
God ! Where do I start? From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted with the most amazing smile of Gemma and Georgina. You’re sat in a lovely listed building with a lot of history. The food ? Unholy ! Tempura oysters/normal oysters are the freshest I’ve ever had. Scallops are hand dived and served on a bed of sweet onion purée and puffed black rice for a crunch. The lobster served with fries and salad was divine, I have no idea what they do to their butter but it’s abysmally delightful and this is just lunch! I can imagine the dinner experience is incredible with the place full of positive energy and vibes. The chefs in the kitchen are very well trained by the chef-owner as well as the front of house team ran by Gemma. If you’re lucky you might even meet Mark and Teddy the Parrot ! The wine perfectly pairs with whatever dish you’re having, always ask for a recommendation as the guys know their wines. All in all I will always come here when I’m back in Lyme Regis. Unfortunately in Bournemouth we do not have such a hidden gem anywhere. Such a shame I can only give 5 stars as I would like to give them the whole Milky Way !
Rating: 4 / 5
Dropped by for dinner, where I ordered the scallops, mackerel and rhubarb clafoutis. Everything was beautifully prepared. Saying that, it must have been an off night, as the kitchen team seemed to have encountered a few challenges when prepping the meals. But, it all ended well as the service team handled everything professionally resulting in both a comped dessert AND an extra dessert. All done voluntarily without me even having to bring up any of the issues myself. The only thing I would suggest for the future is it might be worth investing in an air purifier or fan to help move the air in the restaurant. Because it was pouring rain outside at the time, I noticed the space was locking in various odours from other guests such as BO, perfume and cigarette smoke. As a result, I found that I couldn’t really smell the dishes. As a fine dining establishment, I suspect it is preferred that such smells not interfere with the dining experience carefully curated by your team.
Rating: 5 / 5
Amazing seafood in a very cozy location. It's close to the beach and you can reach it via a slightly hidden path that brings you pass the old mill. Very welcoming family business, I'd come back to any time.
Rating: 5 / 5
Beautiful wine and food. The service was fantastic. Thank you for a lovely meal for my mother’s birthday, we will be back.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Serves Vegetarian Food
- Takeout
- Delivery
- Outdoor Seating
- Children' Menu
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Cocktails
- Vegetarian Food
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Parking Options:
- Paid Parking Lot
Nearby Landmarks:
- Dinosaurland Fossil Museum - 65m away
- The Town Mill - 23m away
- Lyme Regis Museum - 137m away
- Lyme Regis Brewery - 22m away
- Lyme's Fish Bar - 34m away
Strawberry Tree
The Town Mill, Mill Ln, Lyme Regis DT7 3PU, UK | Spanish Restaurant P: 01297 445757
Rating: 4.8 (150) Price Level:
Not going to lie, the food was kinda ruined by a sodding seagull. We bought three chorizo pasties and some cake to takeaway, and whilst I was attempting to give a bit to my daughter some VERY confident seagull swooped in took the WHOLE THING 🤯 Quickly learned a very important lesson about Lyme Regis, and that’s eat your food with caution 😂 Oh, we also bought some lemon olive oil and some smoked sea salt. Sure, it’s more expensive than you’d pay in a supermarket, but so it should be. We like coming away and support random places that we find, and the whole “Mill Lane” area is quite nice and picturesque. The type of place I could imagine spending a nice afternoon with my wife. Alas, we had three young kids so we didn’t really fancy sitting in a small restaurant 😅 honestly, they’re too chaotic for that. But yeah, if you’re in the area and fancy giving somewhere nice a visit, then give Strawberry Tree a crack 👌🏻 just be AWARE OF SEAGULLS.
Rating: 5 / 5
Had a fabulous evening here on a recommendation and it did not disappoint. The warmth and welcome of the place was fantastic and despite not having booked, we were made very welcome (a party of 19 was about to turn up at any minute as well) The staff were engaging, knowledgeable and polite. Owners Ed and Giselle were charming and our waitress, Emma from Manchester was great fun.) The food – small Tapas plates, was amazing. The Pig Cheeks with Prunes and Sherry, Chicken Skewers with Micro Herbs and Yoghurt, Cod Cheeks in Tomato Sauce and the Canaries Style potatoes with Mojo-Rojo Sauce – were delicious. The Burnt Cheesecake with Cinnamon Apples to finish was divine – you must try to pay them a visit.
Rating: 5 / 5
Undertook a Paella Cooking Course - what a fantastic day! The instructional process is relaxed, informative and fun, one of the best cookery courses I have experienced. Ed and Giselle are both passionate and enthusiastic about Spanish cooking, which comes across in abundance during the course. Highly recommended. will definitely book another Spanish cooking experience as well as booking a table for dinner.
Rating: 5 / 5
What a wonderful Place to eat and enjoy the atmosphere! Amazing fresh food! Couldn’t ask for anything else. Do not hesitate to book
Rating: 5 / 5
I would have missed this place completely, as it’s in between the two main shopping streets in town, and boy would I have been missing a treat. With its delicious (very authentic) tapas and fabulous cocktails, this cosy little restaurant is well worth a visit. Charming staff too. The Prawns pil-pil were the highlight for me…I felt like I was back in Spain…but my wife enjoyed the croquetas more…but everything was good. This will be top of my list for next time we’re in Lyme Regis…and I will probably try to sync up my visit with one of their cooking classes - I’ve always felt scared to try making paella but I would bet that fear will evaporate after a class here.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Outdoor Seating
- Live Music
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Good for Children
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Cocktails
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Nearby Landmarks:
- The Town Mill - 8m away
- Dinosaurland Fossil Museum - 86m away
- Lyme Regis Museum - 134m away
- Tesco Express - 129m away
- Town Mill Bakery - 70m away
Lilac Restaurant
57-58 Broad St, Lyme Regis DT7 3QF, UK | Restaurant P: 07733 132523
Rating: 4.9 (134) Price Level:
Exceptional food, locally sourced and foraged. The chef often came out to serve the dishes and was more than happy to talk about the ingredients, where he had foraged some of them and how the dish was made. Every plate was well conceived, light and tasty, even the bigger dishes such as the ox cheek or venison. Wine suggestions were excellent and every wine we tried was surprising and delicious. Staff were friendly and helpful, the venue small and welcoming. This rates as one of the best food experiences I've had. Get there now while it's still small and relatively undiscovered because it deserves to get better known and booked up months in advance.
Rating: 5 / 5
Upscale menu in an unpretentious basement "cave." Small plate (and I mean small!) offerings of exquisitely executed dishes that present a culinary experience for the palate. I wish there were 30% more on every dish we sampled (wouldn't really describe it as "ate," given the amount). But... they were all quite well done. You just need to order a lot of dishes. We had the Flatbread w Pickled Ewe's Cheese, Fig & Roasted (yumm) Pumpkin Seeds, Beetroot Carparccio (outstanding take), Soused Mackerel, Dartmoor Lamb (tender), Polenta w Girolles (mushroon), Ricotta & Cheddar, Fennel Truffles (not to miss for a chocolate lover) & Apricot & Thyme Sorbet (the only small miss: would have preferred a gentler herb like mint).
Rating: 5 / 5
Came here for dinner for my partners birthday from London. Fantastic little restaurant in a great location. Beautiful, simple decor and super friendly staff. Lovely seasonal menu with a great selection of vegetarian, fish and meat fishes from the area. The 'soused mackerel' was my favourite and the frangipane desert were exquisite. The wine was local and divine. Great experience and a great meal.
Rating: 5 / 5
Could not fault a single dish and we tried many. Each plate of food was full of flavour, perfectly seasoned and mouthwateringly delightful. Honestly could have eaten every single dish on the menu. If you’re looking for something a bit special and different from the norm then do not miss the delights that Lilac has to offer.
Rating: 5 / 5
We didn't book, and the restaurant was full, but the server offered us the bar table or outside dining, and as it as a sunny warm evening we landed on the outdoor dining. This is a rare find. Not only was the outdoor dining stylish and intimate, it offered wonderful service, and a 10/10 experience. The dinner was wonderful, from small bites all the way to the main the meal was wonderful. The menu is seasonal and delicious, this was a menu that didn't offer comfortable favourites, but diverse delicious plates that we talked about all the way home. They even made us a tailor made cocktail which was spicy and lovely. We had 3 servings. We are thrilled we got in, and would recommend it to anyone who is a food lover.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Serves Brunch
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Cocktails
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
Nearby Landmarks:
- Tesco Express - 92m away
- Lyme Regis Museum - 150m away
- The Town Mill - 97m away
- Dinosaurland Fossil Museum - 171m away
- The Royal Lion - 19m away
Fernhill Hotel
Fern Hill, A3052, Charmouth, nr, Lyme Regis, Bridport DT6 6BX, UK | Hotel P: 01297 560492
Rating: 4.6 (93) Price Level:
We recently spent three very enjoyable nights here. The Fernhill Hotel is elegant and well organised in a quiet location. We had a spacious bedroom overlooking the pool and woods with a super comfy bed. We enjoyed breakfast and dinner in the hotel dining room where delightful Cody looked after us very well. The location is lovely but nowhere was really walkable for us as we found the woodland walk in to Charmouth very uneven and a bit tricky. No doubt a younger couple would be fine. However we had nice trips to the surrounding towns. All in all a very relaxing and enjoyable stay.Thank you Jo and your team.
Rating: 5 / 5
Stayed for 3 nights. The hotel was lovely and peaceful. The rooms were clean, spacious and very comfortable. The food was amazing. The pool was lovely and clean and refreshing after a day of fossil hunting. Everyone was so helpful and friendly. I would highly recommend staying at Fernhill.
Rating: 5 / 5
We found this a really great hotel outside Lyme Regis. We stayed 2 nights, the room was very comfortable and the food was excellent. We had a dinner and breakfast in both days. They were delicious, well served and the quantities were very good. The bar was also very good and the outdoor pool was a bonus. This is a very differently managed hotel compared to many hotels these days, the customer service is second to none - a breath of fresh air and the price was reasonable. We had a lovely stay.
Rating: 5 / 5
We stayed for 5 nights at the beginning of June 2024. Excellent experience from Jo & Rob the proprietors who were very much hands-on, nothing was too much trouble for them. Great location if you want somewhere quiet 2 miles from Lyme Regis. We booked an en suite Spa King room which was very comfortable and spotlessly clean as was all the hotel. Plentiful hot and cold breakfast and dinner were served at our allocated table in the dining room. We don't usually write reviews because normally you get what you pay for, but this is different.
Rating: 5 / 5
Our third stay here, this time for 5 days with the family. Excellent food, with plenty of choice. Jo, Rob and all the staff are amazing and so helpful. Rooms are very comfortable and well thought out. Perfect location between Charmouth and Lyme Regis.
Features:
- Good for Children
Nearby Landmarks:
- Wood Farm Holiday Park - 301m away
Charmouth Heritage Coast Centre
Lower Sea Ln, Charmouth, Bridport DT6 6LL, UK | Tourist Attraction P: 01297 560772
Rating: 4.6 (2509) Price Level:
Charmouth is a stunning village with a lovely beach. Dog friendly over the bridge and a lovely walk up the south coast path. The visitors centre is brilliant with a little cafe, a couple of shops and the toilets all in one area.
Rating: 5 / 5
An inspiring and highly welcoming place! We took in some fossils we had found that day and ended up spending 45 minutes talking to the wonderful and incredibly knowledgeable Anna. A very well curated collection, with the bonus of a fairly priced gift shop. Will definitely be back!
Rating: 5 / 5
Went for the fossil hunting morning group tour and it was incredible, our guides were knowledgeable, super friendly and helped is make the most of the window of time we had while the tide was low. We got lucky with the weather and came out with some great memories from that morning.
Rating: 5 / 5
Absolutely beautiful place to visit! The beach isn't very good if you have mobility problems as its made up of large stones, especially at the top of the beach. Got a couple of cracking little shops there and a nice little cafe. Well recommend 👌
Rating: 5 / 5
Wow, what a location. I knew this was going to be popular but I didn't expect it to be as popular as it was. Found parking quite easy, first couple of car parks were full, found one right down the bottom in what looks like an overflow. This had plenty of spaces thankfully. Beach and heritage centre were amazing. So much to see and learn about. Only a short visit this time due to also wanting to visit Lyme Regis the same day but we will be back again.
Features:
Accessibility Features:
Nearby Landmarks:
- Beach - 138m away
- Charmouth Fossils - 70m away
- Hensleigh House - 395m away
Charmouth Beach
Charmouth Beach, Bridport DT6 6LS, UK | N/A P: Not available
Rating: 4.6 (2547) Price Level:
Spent the afternoon wandering up and down the beach enjoying the fresh air looking for fossils. Although we didn't find much it was still very entertaining. Go when the tide is receding as it is exposing new stuff all the time and be aware that the cliffs can be unstable. Good visitor centre, car parks and toilets available.
Rating: 5 / 5
Parking is rather pricey if you want more than a couple of hours...but that can easily be used up after hunting for fossils. Great little finds and friendly people all getting stuck into hunting for fossils or stones!
Rating: 4 / 5
Fantastic beach for fossil hunting, but beware of the landslides! Beautiful bay, with facilities, cafe and shop. Parking is paid for at the machine (or by parking app) and might be more expensive than the large carpark, but is contiguous with the sand and water. There's a tap with free water for dogs and/or wetsuits etc to wash off the salt. If you are unsteady on your feet be aware of pebbles in the carpark which may affect your stability. Not a particularly touristy place, more locals really in my humble opinion, but friendly and people seem to be helpful. You can hire various instructors, lessons, boat charters etc to enhance your experience. Esther (with her paddle boarding, fitness and yoga) is worthy of a mention! Whilst here you might feel adventurous and walk/climb up Golden Cap, the highest point in southern England, whose views are spectacular. You won't be disappointed!
Rating: 5 / 5
Absolutely beautiful beach. Wild and rugged. Dog friendly. A happy place
Rating: 5 / 5
Not too busy. There is plenty of parking at £6 for the day. Great for walking or fossil hunting. Lovely little cafe and public toilets available.
Features:
- Good for Children
Bell Cliff
5 Broad St, Lyme Regis DT7 3QD, UK | Restaurant P: 01297 442459
Rating: 4.5 (531) Price Level:
Been to Lyme so many times...first time here ..it was the rain and the wind that drove us in but the menu caught our eye. Friendly and accommodating staff,great atmosphere with history....the views from the window are great. The home made soup was out if this world...the best Mushroom soup I've tasted in a long while🎉🥳🎉 came with a huge chunk of tasty warm bread with plenty of butter and a cheese panni which I was not expecting which was lush,no cheap plastic cheese.Tasty mature Cheddar....5 stars‼️
Rating: 5 / 5
A favourite of mine, love this place. Good honest breakfast. Great staff and swift service. All good here.
Rating: 5 / 5
Great little cafe just off the beach, right by all the attractions. We sat at a window looking at the fossil shops and the sea which was very wild today. Lovely food, great quality and portions were perfect. And the staff couldn't do enough for us happy to chat and tell us information. Coffee was great as well. Thank you for a great breakfast x
Rating: 5 / 5
Brilliant! Great service, very accommodating for my gluten free requests and lovely views. The breakfast was delicious and my boys ate everything on their plates! Can't wait to come again. Such amazing service the lady let my little boy sit wherever he wanted as he wanted a window seat! And treats for the dogs! Our last holiday breakfast was one to remember thank you xx
Rating: 5 / 5
Great cafe... doggie friendly... just what you want for on the coast bacon breakfast or more (indoor or outside seating)... even with a dog treat 🐾
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
Website not available
Nearby Landmarks:
- Lyme Regis Museum - 87m away
- Rock Point Inn, Lyme Regis - 45m away
- The Pilot Boat - 52m away
- The Town Mill - 118m away
- Dinosaurland Fossil Museum - 202m away
The Anchor Inn
Seatown, Bridport DT6 6JU, UK | Pub P: 01297 489215
Rating: 4.6 (1679) Price Level:
The location is absolutely stunning, with Golden Cap behind and a view down to the Isle of Portland. This place really is a treat, service is excellent but, it can get very, very busy and you may have to wait for seating. It is on the pricey side too, so as I said, it's a treat. Ask for extra salt on the Padron peppers and you won't be disappointed. Beers were in good condition. A great place to while away a warm summer's evening.
Rating: 5 / 5
Me and my girlfriend came here for a dinner and had a great time. The food was amazing, the drinks somehow tasted better than other pubs I've been to and service was brilliant. We were served by an Australian girl and her partner and they were really lovely!
Rating: 4 / 5
We came for a roast dinner on a rainy Sunday. The service was incredible. The food was delicious. The only problem was the portion size - barely enough meat on the plate to make a sandwich let alone a Sunday roast. Otherwise all good.
Rating: 5 / 5
Wonderful spot down a country lane, nestled right on the beach. Great fresh local produce and friendly staff. I would love to stay one evening in their rooms and wake to the fabulous sea view
Rating: 5 / 5
A good restaurant in a great location ! Market fish was the best choice on the menu! Extremely fresh and perfectly cooked, accompanied by fennel and good buttered bread. I must say I was a little disappointed with the bouillabaisse... A bit coarse for my French-educated palate... And the apple cake was as beautiful as amber but not very subtle and not rich enough in apples for my taste. The staff were extremely friendly, polite, smiling and efficient. Impeccable hygiene and one of the nicest toilets (perhaps not what you'd expect from a restaurant review, but how important it is! Particularly when you're on the road a lot, it's important that the place where you stop offers comfort in this respect too, and even better with a touch of aesthetics. I highly recomand 🩵
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Takeout
- Outdoor Seating
- Restroom
- Good for Children
- Cocktails
Accessibility Features:
Nearby Landmarks:
- Golden Cap Holiday Park - 124m away
- Seatown Beach - 65m away
- Seatown Car Park - 38m away
The Royal Oak Inn
The St, Charmouth, Bridport DT6 6PE, UK | Pub P: 01297 560277
Rating: 4.5 (510) Price Level:
Lovely lunch . My husband had fish and chips which he said was the best fish and chips he’d ever had! My ploughman’s was very nice. Staff very helpful dealing with my specific food allergy:
Rating: 5 / 5
Went there for lunch the other day and found a very cosy pub with nice service and tasty food. I liked it a lot!
Rating: 5 / 5
Came here for my birthday meal, booked in advance as it can be busy. Food was amazing, nice selection of drinks and the staff were friendly!! Made for a very special night, thank you for making my weekend so special.
Rating: 5 / 5
Fantastic pub and great selection of beers, didn't try the food but it looked extremely tasty. Service was also brilliant and got to try 3 1/3 beers as I couldn't decide on which to choose. Perfect English pub!
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Takeout
- Outdoor Seating
- Dog Friendly
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Good for Children
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Cocktails
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Parking Options:
- Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- Charmouth Fish Bar - 264m away
- Charmouth Bakery Ltd - 221m away
- Hensleigh House - 309m away
- The George - 326m away
- Seadown Holiday Park - 440m away
The Bank House Cafe
The St, Charmouth, Bridport DT6 6PU, UK | Cafe P: 01297 561600
Rating: 4.6 (290) Price Level:
Wonderful, friendly local cafe. The staff are attentive, caring, very cold friendly, lovely children's menu with rabbit glasses that were greatly appreciated! The staff were very knowledgeable and helpful regarding the local area... Definitely worth a visit. The food was also second to none!
Rating: 5 / 5
Super friendly and accommodating, especially of our large family group trying to escape the unpredictable weather, even with a young baby! Everyone had delicious food, the chips were stand-out! Gluten-free and dairy-free needs were well-catered for. Tasty coffee. Nice and quiet and comfy inside, none of the usual noisy cafe sounds! Couldn’t recommend this wonderful cafe more.
Rating: 5 / 5
I was a regular visitor while taking my daughter to a lesson in Charmouth every Saturday morning for 6 months. I couldn't recommend this place highly enough.... Bacon roll on point and a nice pot of tea. Always the warmest of welcomes and a highlight of my week!
Rating: 5 / 5
Little Gem 💎 Great food and staff. Really welcoming. A throwback to the type of family run establishment you'd find years ago but with a mix of modern and traditional on the menu. All food and cakes were excellent but I semi expected that. The slight shock was the coffee which would put some of the best artisan coffee houses charging triple the price to shame!
Rating: 5 / 5
The cafe is just a short walk from Charmouth beach. The staff were really friendly and welcoming and even though it was full we didn't get left hanging around.You can really tell that a great customer service is important here.Our food was all great and reasonably priced. Would definitely ear here again if we find ourselves this way again.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Breakfast
- Serves Lunch
- 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
Website not available
Parking Options:
- Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- Charmouth Fish Bar - 18m away
- Charmouth Bakery Ltd - 58m away
- The George - 86m away
- Seadown Holiday Park - 230m away
- Manor Farm Holiday Centre - 249m away