Friendliest bar staff in the cross by a mile. They are just really welcoming and know what they're doing. The cocktails are delicious. Normally go for happy hour and nibbles but went for a roast recently and it was excellent. Outside space to people watch and lots of tables inside.
Update June 2023- Thanks for my free drink! Had a French Martini, it was perfect as usual.
Loved the vibe at this pub. Went a tad bit early on a Saturday evening , so the place wasn't full. They have a good selection of beers.
The place is pretty massive. They are pet friendly.
Would love to go back there on a live music night .
On a gloomy day a warm and welcome atmosphere and a fantastic pork roast with all the trimmings. Everything you could want and nothing was too much trouble. They even had doggy roasts for your furry friends, Will definitely be visiting again. Thank you.
Absolutely fantastic. Took my family. The food was excellent. We had the mussels, fillet steak and kids menu. The waiter/waitress service could not have been better, we were so impressed by a real 5 star service, with real “care” in customer care. The beer and wine selection was really varied with a good choice of everything. Happy place, good music, Will definitely return.
Visited yesterday for the first time whilst waking by with our dog. It looked nice, so we decided to pop in on the spur of the moment for a drink. We encountered a very friendly and helpful barman. Quick service and some water brought out for the dog. There is a lovely relaxed atmosphere. We didn't eat on this occasion, but the menu looks appealing. We will definitely return.
Great food selection. Friendly, caring service.
Had the roast.
Excellent. Great portion size, great accompaniments. Great value.
Le Bateau has changed ownership and has been re-branded The Dive. Super decor and layout, live music every Thursday at 8pm.
The best beer selection in Poole. Through German, Belgium to UK best beers. Lovely burger selection. Interior reminds me of old school, American rock pub. Definitely place to visit for all beer and burger lovers, like myself 😁👍
Had the roast last Sunday. Very good indeed. Lovely rare beef and a good mix of veg. Great value for money at £15.95 for 2 meals. If they drop the 2 for 1 deal I would expect more meat but with the deal it’s good.
We visited on a Thursday evening, excellent offer on Pizzas. We also had an offer on our beers, overall amazing value for money.
Tasty pizza and an enjoyable environment. Will return.
1st visit as Dive Bar. Excellent food. Used Le Batteau, as it used to be, just about every Friday, lost interest when a rubbish menu was brought in.
Most definitely be returning with our friends, who also gave up the same time as we did. Looking forward to our next visit.
Definitely recommend to friends.
Very quiet, but, after all, we were getting away from Eurovision, smart move, 👍.
Excellent food and drink. Our friends were impressed by your beers, 1 being German, husband having spent a few years there, they really appreciated the choice.
See you soon.
The food was very nice and the staff were lovely.
Great place for a birthday get together, really open and airy and a great atmosphere!
Lovely pub in Ashely cross, great selection of food and drink at a superb price! Staff were friendly and atmosphere is spot on! Cannot beat it, would highly recommend!
Really friendly staff who.welcone you on arrival through the door with a smile and sone small talk, which is lovely.
The menu is exciting and does make you want to order every thing they serve, but this will be a good reason to visit again again to treat yourself to this tempting cuisine.
Onced you have chosen your dish, the food is served in good portions, which seems to be a rare thing in restaurants these days, all cutlery is clean and shinning.
A wonderful experience.
Le Bateau. Great Favourite. Drink and Eat. New Menu looking good. Belly Pork chunks, Squid and Prawn starters, Chicken Caesar Wrap, Rissotto all most acceptable. Enjoyed. Thank you Le Bateau.
I tend to judge a business by how it deals with the hiccups that sometimes occur. My visit today threw up an issue which was no real fault of anyone at Dive Bar and was delighted by the professional and courteous manner by which it was resolved. No dramas and a sincere apology even though it was beyond the control of anyone involved on site. This alone is worth the 5 star review as well as the meal itself being everything you could expect from a Sunday roast. Well presented,plentiful and very tasty. The service was attentive without being in your face and the staff were exemplary. Great value and a relaxed atmosphere all make Dive Bar a place i am more than happy to recommend.
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