Top Restaurants in East stoke, Dorset
The Barn Cafe Dorset
The Barn Cafe Dorset, Bere Farm, Lytchett Matravers, Poole BH16 6ER, UK | Cafe P: 01202 900131
Rating: 4.7 (1313) Price Level:
An incredible hidden gem! Staff were so helpful and friendly. Having a large booking they rang the day before to confirm brought over extra chairs when required as well. The food was incredible the portions don’t look big but I left so full and having had the best time! The dishes were so aesthetically pleasing to the eye and had one of the best afternoon teas I’ve had. Only criticism is for the scones more jam and cream required on the afternoon teas but it was still delicious nonetheless.
Rating: 5 / 5
We had the Halloumi Wrap and the Roasted Veg. Hummus Avocado Baguette. Both were delicious. Nice setting and a large menu generally with some more vegan options such as the Butternut Squash Soup. Good pricing too and service.
Rating: 4 / 5
Wonderful cafe! Delicious food and drink. Menu and specials board full of yummy food. Warm enough to sit outside too. Lots of seating. Really great barn conversion too. Service was lovely. Definite recommend
Rating: 5 / 5
Amazing food, highly recommend the halloumi wrap or the quiche. Friendly staff although service was a little slow, however it was busy so to be expected to an extent. Great value for money on food and drink choices and lovely cosy atmosphere. Recommend a visit for an authentic Dorset countryside experience
Rating: 5 / 5
I have been before but my friend had not and we both enjoyed our lunch. She was impressed with the choice of food and teas/coffees and loved the ambience. My rarebit was tasty and she said her fish quiche was delicious but a very generous portion that she couldn't finish. Staff were helpful, friendly and attentive without being overbearing. We will certainly be back.
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
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Cocktails
- Vegetarian Food
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
- Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Parking Options:
- Free Parking Lot
- Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- WhitePepper Chef Academy - 0m away
- The Old Piggery Garden Centre - 42m away
- Stoneaudio - 442m away
- O'Haras Solicitors - 439m away
Clay Pipe Inn
8 Organford Rd, Holton Heath, Poole BH16 6JY, UK | Bar & Grill P: 01202 632636
Rating: 4.6 (1514) Price Level:
A lovely run pub visited for dinner while on holiday to the area will definitely return when next in the area. The meals were brilliant value and had an excellent customer service and great pub atmosphere.
Rating: 4 / 5
Nice pub restaurant not been in a longtime. 3 stars you may say not good, (3 is my new 5) as we all give 5stars for good food and service, which this was did they go above and beyond, yes they did so let’s make it 4 stars. I’ve given 4 because they were busy and had a lot of reservations all but the skittle alley was full, Nigel said they were busy and the only place they could accommodate us was the skittle alley. Food came out hot and well presented. Only negative because we were stuck out the way the table wasn’t cleared away before desserts. See you again.
Rating: 5 / 5
I can’t express to everyone how amazing this place is , we as a family of 5 was so looked after by the staff , the older gentleman at the bar is just the most amazing person, the two younger girls also couldn’t do more to help , looking at this from the outside point it’s almost a if they want to make the customers happy “ which they do with pure ease “ but on the other hand you can see how well looked after the staff are and how they don’t like to over run them , which is so beautiful to see , we booked twice over two days we loved it that much , until next time !! Thank you once again xx
Rating: 5 / 5
We had a skittles party and were in the side room. This was great but there wasn't enough staff for the busyness of the pub. We had to join long queues for a drink in the main very busy pub instead of using the bar hatch in the games room which interrupted the play of the games. The food was good value for money and the staff were friendly and helpful. They also had a little outdoor play park for young children. Definitely recommend this establishment for family gatherings.
Rating: 5 / 5
Great atmosphere and food. The staff were very attentive and friendly. We always choose to eat here when visiting the area. It’s so good I would advise to book. Plenty of free parking on site too.
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 Watching Sports
- Good for Children
- Cocktails
- Vegetarian Food
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Parking Options:
- Free Parking Lot
- Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- Parkdean Resorts Sandford Holiday Park, Dorset - 68m away
- Wareham Forest Lodge Retreat - 332m away
- Wareham Road Hand Carwash - 150m away
- Nisa Local - 181m away
- Parkdean Boathouse - 103m away
Ship Inn Wool
Dorchester Rd., Wool, Wareham BH20 6EQ, UK | Pub P: 01929 462247
Rating: 4.5 (1323) Price Level:
Food was excellent, with a good selection for those with allergies. Fish and chips was huge. The flat bread was a little disappointing though in comparison to the other mains. Still good though!
Rating: 5 / 5
Celebrated birthdays with a group of 8. Booked the table and seated right away. Great service and delicious food 5 star
Rating: 5 / 5
Really good food. We have been the last 2 weekends, and had the fish and chips both times and has been consistently excellent. The service is polite, friendly and efficient. There are 2 car parks providing plenty of free parking. They have a very generous outside area with plenty of seating too.
Rating: 5 / 5
Fabulous place, food amazing. Stumbled upon this pub during a long drive home. Lovely place, service was good but think the lady could smile lol. Spoke like she didn't want to serve happy when with colleagues haha. That's the only reason for deducting a star on service. Had a lamb burger and chips. Wow best chips ever, so thick, crispy on outside and fluffy on inside. Burger tasted homemade. Sounded expensive on ordering but my goodness it was eoth every penny.
Rating: 5 / 5
An excellent, well presented pub with superb food and very friendly staff. What more do you need?? The menu is a nice balance of staples and really imaginative dishes. The crispy chicken with chilli starter was amazing and the chargrilled chicken with chorizo was fabulous. The ham, egg and chips was probably the best I have had anywhere, a simple dish prepared very well with good ingredients. We will be back
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Outdoor Seating
- Live Music
- Dog Friendly
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Cocktails
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Parking Options:
- Free Parking Lot
Nearby Landmarks:
- The D’Urberville Centre - 294m away
- Whitemead Caravan Park - 65m away
- Wool & Bovington Motors Ltd - 153m away
- Boots Pharmacy - 258m away
- Station Garage - 369m away
The Duke Of Wellington
7 East St, Wareham BH20 4NN, UK | Bar P: 01929 553015
Rating: 4.5 (390) Price Level:
Very friendly pub in Wareham. Cosy little beer garden and Guinness zero available and dog friendly. What's not to like?
Rating: 5 / 5
We were recommended to eat lunch here at The Duke of Wellington by one of the locals we met in the street. Great value, piping hot food, served promptly and with a friendly smile! Thank you especially to Susie who made my mum and dad feel very welcome. The ham, egg and chips were really tasty as was the scampi. Lagers and beer were also great! We all really enjoyed our delicious food and a nice window seat. We will definitely visit again and recommend this super pub!
Rating: 5 / 5
We visited during the last Wareham Wednesday event and despite being very busy we had a lovely meal from a friendly team. It was Steak night and my Wife and I had a rump steak and steak burger. Both were cooked as we asked and very tasty. Excellent value all round and we'll be back.
Rating: 5 / 5
Lunch at this fab restaurant. Great atmosphere and location. Food was very nicely done and delicious.
Rating: 5 / 5
Stopped for lunch with our 2 dogs after a lovely walk in Wareham. Really nice food and really enjoyed. Dog friendly and recommend.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Outdoor Seating
- Live Music
- Dog Friendly
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Cocktails
Accessibility Features:
Website not available
Nearby Landmarks:
- Sainsbury's - 79m away
- Garden Gate Tea Room - 82m away
- Rex Cinema - 152m away
- Wareham Town Museum - 19m away
- The Bear Wareham - 123m away
Quay Inn, Wareham
The Quay, Wareham BH20 4LP, UK | Pub P: 01929 552735
Rating: 4.5 (1704) Price Level:
Visit this place every time I'm in Wareham. Good selection of drinks, good menu and lovely staff. Outside seating and right by the river. Tonight was steak night. Quality meat, well presented and you cook it yourself to your liking. Loved the chips and salad. Staff were very busy but outstanding in service and very friendly.
Rating: 5 / 5
Had an evening meal which was good value and delicious. The best steak I've had in a very long time. Sticky toffee pudding was great too although could have done with an extra blob of ice-cream given how large the portion was.
Rating: 4 / 5
Lovely place to stay, the rooms are situated in a very quaint building above a small shop. The room was up a steep staircase so not suitable if you are unable to climb stairs. But the view from the room was lovely, the room itself was small but clean and tidy with tea making facilities. The pub itself was lovely with very friendly staff who were happy to help in any way, the food both in the evening band at breakfast was great. Thank you to all
Rating: 5 / 5
Had a meal here on a day out to Wareham. Very friendly staff and good atmosphere. I had a very tasty falafel burger with a glass of Dorset cider, which tasted like real cider! I would recommend.
Rating: 5 / 5
I had lunch there today with my sister. She had beef rib and I had the ham, egg and chips. Both were delicious. The chips were the best I've had in a long time. Service was good and staff were quick to clear and wipe down tables.
Features:
- Reservable
- Serves Beer
- Outdoor Seating
- Dog Friendly
- Restroom
- Good for Children
Accessibility Features:
Nearby Landmarks:
- Sainsbury's - 148m away
- The Old Granary - 46m away
- The Priory Hotel - 97m away
- Priory Church of Lady St Mary - 79m away
- The Bear Wareham - 128m away
The Lulworth Cove Inn
Main Rd, Main Rd, Wareham BH20 5RQ, UK | Restaurant P: 01929 400333
Rating: 4.3 (1879) Price Level:
Friendly, cosy pub with excellent food and helpful staff. Good kids menu and fabulous fish and chips. Good range of beer. Nice place to come to warm up after a walk along the coast.
Rating: 5 / 5
Among the best inns I've ever visited. The room was perfectly prepared and we were lucky to have a room with a view on the cove. The complimentary breakfast was incredible. In addition to a bountiful buffet they offer (multiple) warm meals which are all amazing in and of themselves. The service leaves nothing to be desired whatsoever. The interior is charming; there are sundry memorabilia to do with the cove and the place; some of them a good 70 years old. We definitely enjoyed this historic insight. hope I get the chance to come here again sometime.
Rating: 5 / 5
We very nearly didn't eat here because of some poor reviews but both the service and the food was excellent! We requested a quiet table as we had a dog and were seated in the snug area which was delightful. The food was delicious and there was a great choice of vegetarian options which makes a nice change. The waiting staff were really friendly and attentive and we really could fault nothing so not sure were the bad reviews come from and I would highly recommend eating here.
Rating: 5 / 5
What a lovely place to stay. Room was fabulous, meal was great….but what we were most impressed with was the friendly upbeat service from all the staff members we dealt with. Ben was particularly helpful with our breakfast the following morning (which was delicious). Highly recommend staying as so picturesque. Thanks so much!
Rating: 5 / 5
Brilliant stay, with brilliant staff. Made Christmas that little bit more special! Will definitely be visiting in the new years when the weather is warmer! And hopefully many of the same wonderful staff will be there to welcome us back!
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
Nearby Landmarks:
- Visitor Centre - 55m away
- Lulworth Cove Beach - 207m away
- Stair Hole - 218m away
- Lulworth Lodge - 84m away
- Lulworth Cove Car Park - 146m away
The Black Bear Inn
High St, Wool, Wareham BH20 6BP, UK | Pub P: 01929 405541
Rating: 4.4 (694) Price Level:
This place was great! Stumbled across the Black Bear after visiting the Tank Museum. We had one of the specials, pulled pork and fries which were really tasty and surprised me! And at a very decent price of £9.50! There are a few places to park and it was really nice to sit outside in the sun, friendly staff as well. I would definitely recommend to anybody in the area!
Rating: 5 / 5
The restaurant is very near to wool station just 5 min walk. I really like the vegetable burger was so so awesome .They have a variety of alcohol, I didn’t like the cider a lot but beer was really good . Good place to chill with friends .I would really like to visit again
Rating: 5 / 5
Lovely village pub in the village of Wool. Near Bovington tank museum and Monkey World. Compared to the surrounding areas The Black Bear is very reasonable. Light lunches and some specials always available. Great selection of ales and wines. Big garden and seating inside also. Plenary of parking around the area.
Rating: 4 / 5
Great Service, Friendly Staff, and Convenient Amenities I recently visited this restaurant and wanted to share my thoughts on the experience. While the food was not exceptional, it wasn't bad either—it fell somewhere in the "so-so" category. The flavors were decent, but I felt it lacked that extra touch to make it truly memorable. However, the other aspects of the restaurant made up for it. The service was absolutely amazing. The staff members were friendly, attentive, and accommodating. They made me feel welcome from the moment I walked in, and their professionalism and helpfulness throughout my meal were commendable. Their warmth and attentiveness truly enhanced my dining experience. One highlight of this restaurant is the wonderful staff. They were knowledgeable about the menu, eager to assist with any requests, and genuinely cared about ensuring my satisfaction. Their exceptional service definitely left a positive impression on me. Additionally, it was a pleasant surprise to find free WiFi available. It's always convenient to have access to the internet while dining, whether for work, socializing, or simply staying connected. The provision of this amenity shows that the restaurant understands and values the needs of its customers. While the food may not have blown me away, the excellent service, friendly staff, and the convenience of free WiFi make this restaurant a decent choice. If you're looking for a place with a pleasant ambiancebiance, attentive staff, and the ability to stay connected online, this restaurant might just fit the bill.
Rating: 4 / 5
Cute local pub, good range of drinks Simple warm food for a brunch Clean and tidy toilets Lovely and friendly staff, always there to help you
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Outdoor Seating
- Live Music
- Dog Friendly
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Good for Children
- Wheelchair Accessible
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
- Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Website not available
Parking Options:
- Free Parking Lot
- Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- Williams Village Bakery Shop - 72m away
- SPAR Wool - 51m away
- Wool Station Car Park - 231m away
- The D’Urberville Centre - 408m away
- Station Garage - 328m away
The Old Granary
The Quay, Wareham BH20 4LP, UK | Restaurant P: 01929 552010
Rating: 4.3 (2158) Price Level:
Great atmosphere and friendly staff. Rather slow service but there were seven of us. Food was good - I had the Hake which was excellent - but the portion sizes could be slightly larger. Would definitely go back another time.
Rating: 4 / 5
Lovely pub/restaurant set next to the river in Wareham. Good selection of local beers with staff very nice and friendly. Food is plentiful and good quality. Visited out of season, but suspect gets very busy other times, so best to book.
Rating: 4 / 5
Our experience at the Old Granary left us with mixed emotions and sadly we won't return. this was our third lunch here and we were excited to bring a good friend with us. We are not local to the area and had not vistied on a Saturday before. On our arrival we were surprised to find that the parking area was filled with a market and we had no idea where we could park. We pulled over and our guest popped in to enquire as to where we could find parking. He was met by a frosty unhelpful lady who shrugged and said she didn't know, and by her attitutude she didn't care either. Fortunately when stopping the gentleman also assiting at front of house, some directions to parking were proferred. The first impression for our guest though was not what we had hoped for. Our table was in a loud and busy area, which would have made it impossible for conversation, something to note when making your booking. Fortunately, and a plus on the service experience, we were able to be seated in a quieter area. The Old Granary is an attractively detailed pub and we liked the decor. Issey, our server was fabulous. Great smile, engaging and she rescued the lunch on the whole. Food wise, we had the Larder sharing platter which was well presented and tasty, classic fish and chips, the chicken and bacon pie, and the sirloin. The sirloin was not the best and quite pricey even for steak, and was a bit of a disappointment. After a rainy day the sun evetually broke through the clouds and we wanted to take advantage of the deck area alongside the river for a drink and dessert. As requested duly settled our account and headed outside with our drinks, I popped inside for a menu to be told by front of house that because of the weather no food was being served outside, not even dessert. This was in case the rain returned and we needed to come inside and tables were not available. It was late afternoon, between sittings with many empty tables, and when settling our lunch bill I had stated we wanted to have dessert outside and was told that this would not be a problem. We were a table of 3 an our bill was about £50per person... Overall not very hospitable, and not what we expected from our previous lunches a disappointing end to our afternoon.
Rating: 5 / 5
I'm in love with this place. It's adorable and cozy. Food amazing ! You need to try 😉 Definitely recommend.
Rating: 5 / 5
Lovely pub on the river. Lots of covered seating outside overlooking the river. Also plenty of seats inside. Good choice of food and bar snacks. Dogs welcome. Nice friendly atmosphere.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Breakfast
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Serves Brunch
- 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
Parking Options:
- Paid Parking Lot
- Paid Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- Sainsbury's - 191m away
- The Priory Hotel - 92m away
- Quay Inn, Wareham - 46m away
- Wareham Quay Market - 42m away
- Priory Church of Lady St Mary - 84m away
The Bear Wareham
14 South St, Wareham BH20 4LT, UK | Hotel P: Not available
Rating: 4.4 (329) Price Level:
Spent three nights at The Bear whilst visiting the area for an Autumn break. Perfect location for visiting the Etches collection, Arne nature reserve and the coast. Lovely decor in the room, very comfy and cosy bed, good quality teas abd coffees provided. We stayed in Fozzie room which was towards the back and very quiet overnight. We used the Autumn offer and had one discounted meal and free bottle of wine. The food was excellent. Also one of the best hotel breakfasts we've had. All the staff we met were so friendly and welcoming, thank you and we will definitely return!
Rating: 5 / 5
We weren’t staying at the hotel, but had dinner here on a Sunday night during a trip to Wareham/Ridge for my brother’s birthday. The staff were friendly and attentive on arrival, and we felt well looked after. No sign of Chef Carmy but I assume he was busy at the pass. The food was all delicious! I had the pork belly and it was some of the best I can remember having! Nice and crispy on the fat side, not too fatty, and not too oily or chewy. Just perfect overall, and topped with an amazing salsa verde! The accompanying potatoes and veg were also delicious. Everyone else’s meals were excellent, came exactly as asked, and were all well portioned and flavourful. I’d politely recommend The Bear to anyone visiting Wareham, and will be back if I’m ever down in these parts again.
Rating: 5 / 5
My wife and I booked a table for Sunday lunch. The service was brilliant, staff are polite and friendly and try their best to do a good job. My wife had a traditional Sunday roast and I had chargrilled sea bass, both followed by apple crumble and ice cream. Orders were taken shortly after we arrived with our meals arriving shortly after. Both meals were cooked to perfection and were piping hot. Tables were cleared quickly and our dessert order was taken. Every aspect of the service was 1st class. Many thanks to the staff & chefs for a lovely Sunday lunch. Easiest 5* review for a long time. Please see my pictures. 👍🙂
Rating: 5 / 5
The staff could not be more attentive! The rooms are excellent and the bathrooms are superb. Breakfast was to die for… with Five Star hospitality, excellent accommodation, delicious food, and located in the heart of this beautiful town, we could not have had a better mini-break. Thank you to the Staff at The Bear. If I could, I would have given Six Stars.
Features:
- Good for Children
Accessibility Features:
Nearby Landmarks:
- Sainsbury's - 81m away
- Rex Cinema - 127m away
- The Chipperies - 14m away
- Nellie Crumb - 13m away
- Wareham Quay Market - 123m away
Kings Arms Wareham
41 North St, Wareham BH20 4AD, UK | Pub P: 01929 552503
Rating: 4.4 (605) Price Level:
After a lovely river cruise we wanted a lunch in Wareham and came across the Kings Arms. Friendly welcome, good selection of food and great atmosphere. The food was excellent, freshly cooked and very tasty, really enjoyed our visit!
Rating: 5 / 5
Had an excellent meals with good friends. Very good value for money and lovely food. Will be back
Rating: 4 / 5
We stopped here for a quick lunch during the pandemic. The inside of the pub looked cozy and inviting but we ate on one of the twelve available garden tables. There is a fairly short menu of pub basics. The chips were quite good, but chicken goujons seemed a little overdone. What earns it a fourth star is being dog friendly and the amazing floral display of hanging baskets out front. The staff and landlord were very nice and welcoming.
Rating: 4 / 5
Just had a couple of pints Very Good Bar Team nice fire, good atmosphere
Rating: 4 / 5
Came across The King's Arms on our 1st night in Wareham, new owners and food available. Traditional pub with really nice beer garden and outdoor seating area. Limited menu but good food and big portions.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Outdoor Seating
- Live Music
- Dog Friendly
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
Accessibility Features:
Parking Options:
- Paid Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- Daruchini Restaurant - 5m away
- Garden Gate Tea Room - 129m away
- Sainsbury's - 274m away
- Anglebury House - 90m away
- pandada - 28m away