Top Restaurants in Dorchester, Dorset
The Blue Raddle
9 Church St, Dorchester DT1 1JN, UK | Bar P: 01305 267762
Rating: 4.5 (276) Price Level:
A friendly & welcoming pub- I've been here several times and the food and welcome has been top notch. Tonight I had the whitebait followed by the steak & kidney pie, while my companions had the pheasant & vernison burger, and the chicken & bacon pie. The dishes were geneous and fresh, and all plates went back to the kitchen spotlessly clean. Finished with a slice of their homemade cake now the day and all but rolled back to our hotel. *Highly* recommended 👌
Rating: 5 / 5
Had lunch here last Sunday. A proper Traditional Ale House, focused on great beer, good food, good service and atmosphere. Can't think of anything negative to say. Our pints and our meals were excellent, as was the hospitality despite it being a frantic Sunday lunchtime - we both left 100% satisfied. If we revisit Dorchester "The Blue Raddle" will be top of our list for somewhere to lunch.
Rating: 5 / 5
This was a great experience of Sunday lunch at an old English pub (free house actually). My wife tried the lamb roast with vegetables, accompanied by a half pint of light ale. Absolutely loved it! I tried venison sausages and mash, accompanied by a locally made raspberry lemonade - the kind pubs served when I was a boy. Both great. We would have tried their deserts, but no room left after the big main course. Husband and wife hosts were lovely and the regulars also made us feel welcome. Small word of caution- they are only open Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Rating: 5 / 5
This pub has been recommended to me many times but I had not been able to visit due to its limited opening days. I am pleased to report that it exceeded all expectations. Comfortable, clean, welcoming free house serving a good range of unpretentious ales at very reasonable prices. This pales alongside the food, which is hearty, wide-ranging, and offers several local game choices, incl. venison, pheasant and duck. I had a venison casserole, which was delicious and was accompanied by perfectly cooked vegetables. Again, excellent and unpretentious. Best pub in West Dorset, and that's going some!
Rating: 4 / 5
Good home cooked food, but on this occasion we visited for the real ale! Despite being only open 4 days a week, the beer quality is very good and it's one of the best places to drink in Dorchester.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Serves Brunch
- Dog Friendly
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Nearby Landmarks:
- Waitrose & Partners - 103m away
- The King's Arms - 75m away
- Dorset Museum & Art Gallery - 157m away
- The Dinosaur Museum - 85m away
- Plaza Cinema Dorchester - 249m away
Walnut Grove
25 Durngate St, Dorchester DT1 1JP, UK | Cafe P: 01305 268882
Rating: 4.6 (321) Price Level:
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!!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
Côte Dorchester
3 Brewery Sq, Dorchester DT1 1HX, UK | Restaurant P: 01305 261306
Rating: 4.5 (624) Price Level:
We were felt to be made very welcome and special by all the staff. The menu we chose was the set vegetarian which was explained to us in great detail. We were amazed at the choice and quality of the food.
Rating: 4 / 5
A very lovely dinner, mussels were good & plenty of them. Had the cafe gourmand for dessert & that was nice. Service was good though a little slow on taking our order & when we wanted to settle up. They also gave us the wrong coffee & wrong dessert but quickly rectified the error. It’s not wow but lovely traditional French cuisine.
Rating: 5 / 5
Went for dinner and the food was fantastic! The staff were so lovely & attentive. They catered to my allergies (shellfish) really well, making notes for everything and making sure it was labelled with a little flag. It wasn't too busy when we went in, but as a very anxious person i quite liked that. Would recommend to anyone and looking to go back for my birthday next month!
Rating: 5 / 5
Lovely lunch with friendly, efficient service. The food was very good. Nonalcoholic cocktails are great, and I appreciated the wine guidance on the menu to pair with my main course. We both had seafood main courses, which were nicely cooked and presented. Mini puddings with coffee were delicious, and very good value.
Rating: 5 / 5
I'm a tad bias to this establishment as I love the food and atmosphere here. Although it's a chain restaurant , i still feel like an individual as a customer. The staff treat you really well and give you a personal experience. The menu pricing is at the higher end of the market but as a treat, I think it's worth it. For those on a tighter budget, they offer a set meal menu before 7pm. The morning breakfast menu is also quite good. The reason I pay a little more to eat here is because I feel satisfied with my entire dining experience. I'm not a fan of the 10% gratuity that's automatically added to your bill. I feel the customer should decide what the service is worth, not the company.
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
- Cocktails
- Vegetarian Food
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
- Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Parking Options:
- Paid Parking Lot
Nearby Landmarks:
- Brewery Square - 90m away
- Nando's Dorchester - 51m away
- Vivo Lounge - 26m away
- ODEON Dorchester - 65m away
- wagamama dorchester - 27m away
The Secret Garden Café
19 South St, Dorchester DT1 1BS, UK | Vegan Restaurant P: 01305 457300
Rating: 4.6 (292) Price Level:
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.
Rating: 5 / 5
Hoestly GOATED experience. Best cafe in dorch fr fr. service was lovely and the person I was with had the special which I believe if I recall was the mushroom and butter bean burger and they LOVED IT. 11/10!!!
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!!
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Breakfast
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Serves Brunch
- Serves Vegetarian Food
- Takeout
- Outdoor Seating
- Dog Friendly
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Good for Children
- Vegetarian Food
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
Parking Options:
- Paid Parking Lot
- Paid Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- Waitrose & Partners - 158m away
- Plaza Cinema Dorchester - 119m away
- Superdrug - 27m away
- Coffee#1 Dorchester - 135m away
- Co-op Food - Dorchester - Trinity Square - 112m away
Vivo Lounge
23 Weymouth Ave, Dorchester DT1 1QR, UK | Restaurant P: 01305 251291
Rating: 4.3 (822) Price Level:
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!
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!
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!
Rating: 4 / 5
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.
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
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
Zizzi - Dorchester
5 Eldridge St, Dorchester DT1 1QR, UK | Restaurant P: 01305 568110
Rating: 4.3 (1150) Price Level:
We had the best evening a Zizzi Dorchester. It was prime Christmas party time, the place was packed (a table of 27 came in when we were there). The staff were run ragged, but they were polite, efficient and had smiles on their faces. The food was amazing, service prompt and great value. It was my husbands first time there, he’s lactose free, but had a great choice, including desserts, we will definitely be back 😀.
Rating: 5 / 5
Surprised to see a very reasonable priced Christmas 3 course menu still available with loads of variety for each course , food came out quick , hot and was very tasty. Laila ensured we had all we needed ! Recommended pudding too- she was spot on ! 5*
Rating: 5 / 5
We ordered starters (pork & garlic meatballs, a garlic bombe & garlic bread) they were really tasty! Especially the bombe who knew honey could go so well with a giant garlic dough ball! For mains, we ordered a rustica sticky pig, calzone carne piccante, crispy prosciutto carbonara & a children's spaghetti bolognase. The mains were absolutely delicious, although the children's spaghetti bolognase was tasteless, which was a shame as I had high hopes. Overall, we had a really good time and came away feeling full although I was surprised that you can't use Veteran's discount on a Friday or a Saturday, I think that is quite insulting considering they accept Tesco's vouchers all day everyday!!
Rating: 5 / 5
Great Italian! Visited a couple times and cannot fault anything. Great food and not badly priced compared to most. Would recommend the Pizzas and Bolognaise Chips…
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- 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
Parking Options:
- Free Parking Lot
- Paid Parking Lot
- Paid Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- Brewery Square - 77m away
- Nando's Dorchester - 39m away
- ODEON Dorchester - 53m away
- wagamama dorchester - 15m away
- Dorchester Market & Carboot - 91m away
Hub Box Dorchester
Unit 1 Eldridge St, Brewery Sq, Dorchester DT1 1HX, UK | Restaurant P: 01305 602608
Rating: 4.4 (280) Price Level:
Fell into this restaurant as the establishment next door was closed and didn’t inform individuals who had booked. We were welcomed by the team and explained the situation. They got us seated and we thoroughly enjoyed the food. We shared some waffle fries and had a burger each. It was reasonably priced and very tasty. Good veggie options also. Would recommend the halloumi burger for veggies and the Honey C chicken burger. Big thanks to the staff for keeping our anniversary evening on track due to the Asian restaurant next door being shut.
Rating: 5 / 5
Ordered a couple of times to takeaway however thought we would stop in this time. So much better. Special NYC deli burger was amazing. Team really good. Definitely be back
Rating: 5 / 5
Solo dining on a Monday evening, travelling for work. Service was spot on, staff couldn’t have been better. Had the buffalo buttermilk chicken burger, which whilst delicious, lacked heat… as others have said. Wouldn’t stop me ordering it again, but HB management, if you’re reading this, get some heat in your buffalo sauce! Had the garlic and parm dirty fries which were great too. Recommend.
Rating: 5 / 5
My favourite burger place and the dirty fries are unreal. The milkshakes are amazing, it’s definitely on the pricey side, was £75 for 2 of us but worth it in my opinion
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Breakfast
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Serves Brunch
- Takeout
- Delivery
- 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
Parking Options:
- Paid Parking Lot
- Paid Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- Brewery Square - 102m away
- Côte Dorchester - 25m away
- Nando's Dorchester - 65m away
- Vivo Lounge - 39m away
- ODEON Dorchester - 79m away
The Duchess of Cornwall
12 Queen Mother Square, Poundbury, Dorchester DT1 3DD, UK | Restaurant P: 01305 757569
Rating: 4.2 (1631) Price Level:
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.
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
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
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
The Engine Room Restaurant
Poundbury Gardens, Peverell Ave E, Poundbury, Dorchester DT1 3RT, UK | Restaurant P: 01305 257251
Rating: 4.2 (480) Price Level:
Nice atmosphere, lovely cakes but was very disappointed my friend who was visiting from Yorkshire and a celiac didn't benefit from the array on offer. Just a bought in selection of very ordinary gluten free options. I'd been recommend your cafe & coming from Australia where we have a great choice I expected more. Coffee was excellent though.
Rating: 4 / 5
I must say, for a quick travel-home lunch, this was fantastic. You can clearly see why for such a little spot why they're so busy! For £15.95, a simple roast dinner with ample flavour. Homemade treats and lovely coffee. What a pleasure to have popped in on a whim. The staff were very attentive, despite being ridiculously busy, they made such an effort to be kind and helpful to all. Especially the older gent who was doing front of house, clearing tables and welcoming guests... rushed off his feet but was SOOO friendly which was lovely.
Rating: 5 / 5
Garden centre with a restaurant. Good combo and the restaurant itself is lovely. The food was good having the clubhouse sandwich which the chicken was just 'too dry' but had taste. The restaurant is kid friendly and they had burgers that looked amazing. Tasted good too. Lovely place to eat in Poundbury.
Rating: 5 / 5
Great range of food from snacks to full meals, my wife had the club sandwich and that was really good as well as my bun, and even better the bacon was not smoked - I cannot understand why some places use smoked bacon as it puts off half the possible consumers! The staff were attentive and polite, fixed our rocking table before we asked, loads of space and good value. There is also a covered outside area but you need sun!
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
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
- Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Parking Options:
- Free Parking Lot
- Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- Poundbury Gardens - 42m away
- The Duchess of Cornwall - 36m away
- The Potting Shed - 61m away
- Waitrose & Partners - 96m away
- Meyers Estate Agents - 72m away
Trumpet Major
Alington Ave, Dorchester DT1 2AB, UK | Pub P: 01305 262091
Rating: 4.1 (2201) Price Level:
Had a great meal in here recently and would definitely come back again for more. Had the surf and turf, my dad had the steak and ale pie. Food is great and reasonably priced. Staff are great and very welcoming. Like the new format where you find a table yourself and place order at the bar. See you again in the new year.
Rating: 4 / 5
Mostly acceptable food but very good prices! My burgers in their bun were overcooked and burnt to a crisp on their edges, but I was so hungry I didn't mind it too much! Had they been more expensive, I would have complained... The fries were tasty, and the halloumi fries were excellent. Their portion sizes are not excessive, so if you like lots of food on your plate, you'll need to look seriously at the sides and extras. My friend had the Hunters Chicken. It, too, was overcooked, and it had very little cheese and bbq sauce with it. Luckily, there was plenty of mayo to help it go down. You can see how they keep their prices down, but the food was fairly tasty, and I'll give it another chance. I'll go again.
Rating: 5 / 5
Ordered food through the website on my phone, really easily. Service of food and drinks was quick, and both staff members were so friendly and accommodating, really genuine too. We sat outside to eat while the kids played on the park, was perfect and safe. Lovely pub, food was excellent too. We aren’t from around there, was on our way home from a Dorset holiday, so really grateful for such friendly service, good food and a safe space
Rating: 5 / 5
What a lovely pub. We had 3 courses and the food was excellent. We hadn’t booked but were warmly welcomed when we arrived and immediately found a table. Drinks arrived promptly and our order taken. The food arrived quickly and exceeded our expectations. The pub was very clean with a good atmosphere. There was a good mix of family groups and couples eating. We had a great time and would highly recommend it.
Rating: 5 / 5
We made a mistake with our booking but staff only took happy to accommodate. Everyone within our party was really impressed with our visit staff were very friendly and attentive, our food was delicious (festive menu) everything cooked with care. The food was very good value, looking forward to coming back soon.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Outdoor Seating
- Dog Friendly
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Cocktails
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
- Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Parking Options:
- Free Parking Lot
- Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- National Trust - Max Gate - 274m away
- Bay Tree House - 278m away
- Dorchester Motor Company - 194m away
- Vertu BMW Dorchester - 268m away