Bar cuisine: the best places to taste it in Swanage

15 restaurant menus in United Kingdom, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated to December 2024)
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The Red Lion
The Red Lion
98/100 (1789 ratings)
Restaurants
Pub
Gluten Free Options
British
British
Bar
Pub
Vegetarian Friendly
Bar
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
After-hours
Brunch
Drinks
Fish & chips
Fish & Chips
Sunday roast
Ribs
Burger
Linguine
Curry
Puddings
Cake
Roast Beef
Sausage
Lasagne
Beef
Fried
Crawfish
Catfish
Roast Dinner
Cakes
Onion Rings
Jacket Potato
Lamb
Fish Pie
Pesto
Pasta
Fish
Salad
Pork
Crab
Sit down
Bar
Pub
British
Reservations
Seating
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Table Service
Highchairs Available
Wheelchair Accessible
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Drinks
Lunch
Dinner
After-hours
Mid-range
"We often visit Swanage and have been to this pub many times for drinks but this was our first time for food. The staff were very friendly and..."
Paul Morrow
"Lovely pub, went for Swanage folk festival and was welcomed by the staff. Friendly, efficient and hard working. All friendly and helpful even with..."
Jackie Cox
"Very good roast dinner, friendly staff, good welcoming locals. All in all, a great..."
David Johnson
"A pub located on the high street in Swanage. There is parking at the rear but with limited spaces. A typical local traditional looking pub with..."
A G
"Nice old character pub,sort of pub by day restaurant later 2 bars .recommend Friday steak night £31.50 2steaks and a bottle..."
John Harvey duke of bermondsey
"Here for a blues festival, and they were very accommodating, despite not having a reservation. Lovely..."
Simon Ballard
"We stopped on a hot afternoon for lunch and a cold drink. The staff were friendly, the food was good and the beer garden was..."
vicky sochor
"Great little pub, free Wi-Fi and parking, the food was lovely and service was great. Friendly staff and great..."
jenice welch
"Nice old pub in the centre of Swanage. Nice outside seating area out the back. Very good selection of..."
Karen Mitton
"Excellent food, drink and staff. A good old fashioned pub with very good food and staff who go above and..."
Lady D'eath
The Royal Oak
The Royal Oak
97/100 (206 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
Bar
Pub
Pub
European
British
British
European
Dinner
Lunch
Sunday roast
Bar
Pub
British
European
Accepts Credit Cards
Reservations
Seating
Lunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"Discovered this pub on our last night at Swanage such a shame as it is an absolute gem wish we had discovered it sooner ! Very friendly people with a..."
Hannah Goble-Young
"Called in for a few pints on a walk back to Swanage. Great pub with one of the most impressive pub gardens I have ever seen. If you like gardening..."
Harry Clarke
"Lovely, friendly, traditional pub with a decent pint and a lpovely garden with great views. Most country pubs are spoiled these days, but not this..."
Stephen Lenane
"A proper British pub .you wouldn't get a better Sunday lunch in swanage.10 vetables and choice on 3 or 4 different..."
Clive Batten
"Had a great lunch at a very friendly pub very generous portions beautiful beer garden this 1 should be on your list 😉 very friendly..."
Bernard Parkhouse
"Having driven past a couple of times during my week staying locally I'd thought it was a house conversion - happily proved wrong when walking home on..."
Vince Weldon
"Really friendly local pub,full of character and characters! haha Staff were very accommodating eve though they had a few staffing issues. Food was..."
vivienne Thompson
"A proper pub. Really friendly staff and regulars. Felt at home as soon as we walked..."
Andy Hagerty
"Excellent food, great atmosphere and friendly..."
James Walton
"A lovely traditional country pub just outside the town. Always made feel welcome on every visit. We have our Sunday lunch here it is home cooked and..."
william palmer
The Cellar Bar
The Cellar Bar
96/100 (747 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
Pub
Bar
Wine Bar
Pub
Wine Bar
Drinks
Bloody Mary
Pacífico
Cappuccino
Wine
Beer
Aperol Spritz
Bar
Pub
Wine Bar
Beach
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Highchairs Available
American Express
Full Bar
Mastercard
Accepts Credit Cards
Visa
Family style
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Live Music
Waterfront
Seating
Drinks
Mid-range
"Beautiful views with cracking bevs. Always really friendly service. It’s our favourite spot every year and we will definitely be back next..."
Amelia Langley
"Lovely bar, friendly staff and good beer. What more could I ask for? Comfy sofas, good service, good covid care and amazing views? Yep you get all..."
Jon Baker
"Fantastic. Possibly the worst entrance (beach side) to one of the most high end bars I've ever been in. Once inside you won't be disappointed...."
Andrew Pollard
"Very attentive.. as soon as sat down they took drinks orders. Tables kept clean... very friendly. Great sea..."
Kay Smith
"Great setting with lovely views but the prices have rocketed with no bottle of wine under £20. A bit steep for a bar, even with great views. ..."
Steven Leigh
"Absolutely love this place. Clean, tidy and beautiful views. I regularly visit swanage and always see the same two lovely girls behind the bar. They..."
Sophie Grearson
"Lovely bar overlooking the sea - great range of gins and beers on tap too. Really lovely staff too and great..."
Emma Hunter
"Great location to watch the sea. Just had a latte but it was really good and extra hot as requested. Sensible prices which makes you want to go back...."
Martin Mosey
"Nice to find a local bar that has it all, superb view over the bay, nice local cider, welcoming and excellent service. Having been a pub drinker for..."
Karen Webb
"Best bar in swanage year on year. Best view, best service and best atmosphere, half decent whisky selection..."
Samuel Richardson
Pier Head Restaurant
Pier Head Restaurant
94/100 (453 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
Seafood
Healthy
Gluten Free Options
British
Bar
Pub
Asian
Vegetarian Friendly
Healthy
Vegan Options
Seafood
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Drinks
Mussels
Salmon
Sandwiches
Cake
Cheesecake
Fried
Curry
Prawn Cocktail
Prawns
Fish
Salad
Crab
Scallops
Oyster
Asian
Bar
Healthy
Pub
British
Seafood
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Visa
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Digital Payments
Accepts Credit Cards
Serves Alcohol
Family style
Wine and Beer
Dog Friendly
Outdoor Seating
Accepts Visa
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Mid-range
"This was our first visit to Swanage and the restaurant made our trip so wonderful. The food was delicious and the fish curry was amazing. The..."
Youyue Sun
"Absolutely beautiful. The staff are friendly and welcoming. The portions are large. The seating is comfortable with a brilliant views. All fresh..."
Gareth Griffiths
"Food here is off the scale - try the fish curry! The fries are the best we have tasted anywhere. What a gem. Purbeck cider gorgeous as well. ..."
Tim Kirkman
"We have visited this restaurant on two or three occasions and again yesterday had an excellent meal and service. I had the grilled mackerel served in..."
Philip Saund
"Possibly the best restaurant in Swanage. Beautifully prepared, locally sourced deliciously tasty food. Have tried the sardines, the mussels and the..."
Philip Woods
"Wow! Yum!! and what a view to enjoy your meal with!! Pimms cocktail was like a work of art!! As was the latte!! Our food was absolutely superb!! I..."
Mary Seer
"Great restaurant,not long opened,great selection of food to eat that will wet the appetite.Both fish and meat and vegetables dishes. Great friendly..."
Abboman
"Absolutely fabulous food, amazing staff, who offered blankets once it got cold. The seafood is as fresh as it gets and really worth a visit, but do..."
Jay Reano
"We had a meal here last Friday and it was really nice. The other half had whitebait to start with Scallops as the main and I had Tampura prawns..."
L H
"Once you're seated this is a fantastic restaurant. The staff are attentive and helpful and the food is divine. You're sitting right by the beach, fab..."
Lyn Penfold
The Black Swan Inn
The Black Swan Inn
93/100 (2833 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Bar
Pub
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
British
Bar
Pub
British
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
After-hours
Tiramisu Cake
Lamb
Mussels
Death by Chocolate
Fish
Salmon
Lamb Shank
Sticky Toffee Pudding
Pork
Whitebait
Chicken Ham and Leek Pie
Spare ribs
Casserole
Burger
Mediterranean Platter
fish cakes
Cheesecake
Fish Pie
Bavette Steak
Beer
Fish & Chips
Beef burger
Fish & Chips
Garlic bread
Ribs
Hunter's Chicken
Beef Bourguignon
Red wine
Curry
Chocolate Brownie
Beef
Pork Shank
Vegetables
Prawns
Dorset Apple Cake with Ginger Ice Cream
Fish pie
Sunday roast
Meatloaf
Puddings
Cheesecakes
Salad
Cake
Lasagne
Chili
Scampi
Fish & chips
Hake
Crab
Pâté
Duck
Sit down
Bar
Pub
British
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Family style
Non-smoking restaurants
Dog Friendly
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Lunch
After-hours
Dinner
Mid-range
"We came especially as my coeliac daughter has been craving good fish and chips, the best bubbly batter and so much choice for her on the menu. All..."
Lisa Grover
"Thanks for a lovely meal last night, amazing gluten free menu, lovely staff and the open mic was fab too! Will be back and recommending to friends..."
Penny Payne
"Fabulous food - two nights in a row. Thank you to everyone. Front of house brilliant and food amazing. If you’re in Swanage it’s THE place to..."
Sheila Allies
"Great food on 2 holiday nights this week even though fully booked space to be had in the garden recommend to..."
Phil Stevenson
"They really looked after 15 of us . All the meals came out at the same time! Everyone enjoyed their meal! Service was very attentive but the food was..."
Ian Vatcher
"5☆...Great food and service. Such a nice touch that Eric the chef/owner comes out to chat to you...Thank you for making our night..."
Lorraine Abbott
"Delicious food, excellent service and warm friendly atmosphere. Thoroughly recommend but book to avoid..."
Julia McShane
"Staff are polite, efficient and friendly. The menu is extensive and well priced. Good selection of beers and deserves a visit if you like good food...."
Tony Sullivan
"Food is outstanding � so pleased my Friend booked us a table ( at first I did wonder why she picked a pub for dinner�) But now I understand the..."
Frances Spartan Smith
"Great food and atmosphere and lovely staff. Very popular so best to..."
Anne Knill
"Great food , great service very welcoming but book in advance to avoid disappointment. Generous..."
Helen Futers
"Lovely food! The lamb was beautiful. Death by Chocolate - does what it says on the..."
Tom Brewer
"Solid food, nice garden, czech beer --->..."
Vítek Valina
"Visited friends in Swanage over the weekend. Great company and weather . Visited the Black Swan for Sunday lunch. Great food, only spoilt by..."
Paul Young
"We had an excellent dinner in the garden. Staff were attentive and friendly. The food was excellent, especially the "specials" on the boards. Great..."
Melvyn Ede
"Amazing haven with a lovely atmosphere and garden area. Food was brilliant and generous portions. Can not fault this place at all. Chef/owner..."
Mel Young
"Amazing food with great service! This old pub looks amazing inside. The toilets were a little cold as you had to go outside to get to them and there..."
Canuk Travels
"Eaten here before. I loved the specials trying something different and I had the Jamaican spiced monkfish 10/10. Ended with the Make your Own Sundae...."
Mark Girling
"Visiting friends and booked table. Didn't realise live music. Food was great but was spoilt by way too much gravy!! We asked for it to be separate..."
Paul Young
"Lovely little find, me and a mate came down in the evening after work to walk a bit of the Jurassic coast tomorrow and found this place to eat. The..."
Pub Reviewer-UK
"Excellent food! The chef seems French and the quality and stuff size of the portions is superb. The service was excellent, great atmosphere, drinks..."
Fernando Martin
"The pub doesn't look like much from the outside but please give it a go if you are in Swanage. Food, service and value were all excellent, we had..."
Daniel Pocklington
"Easily the best food in Swanage 👌 High quality locally sourced food with the specials menu changing constantly.. Wonderful service in a fantastic..."
Damo Good
The Globe Inn
The Globe Inn
91/100 (461 ratings)
Restaurants
British
Bar
Pub
Vegetarian Friendly
Bar
Pub
British
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
After-hours
Linguine
Brownie
Roast Beef
Puddings
Waffles
Burger
Roast Dinner
Waffles & Crepes
Lamb
Fish
Beef
Pork
Mojito
Beer
Salad
Chili
Crab
Tandoori Pork with Mint Sour Cream Dip Chops Salad
Sunday roast
Cod
Sit down
Bar
Pub
British
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Outdoor Seating
Highchairs Available
Television
Full Bar
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Cash Only
Reservations
After-hours
Dinner
Mid-range
"was made very welcome great atmosphere lovely beer garden although being Scottish am a wee bit lobster today fun pub and would recommend it to anyone..."
James Watson
"Food lovely and a good pint. We had steaks and they were cooked from scratch and just how we asked. The banoffee waffle dessert was gorgeous. Made to..."
Linda Brierley
"Great friendly place, good food and beer away from the madness of the..."
Colin Fowle
"Was recommended by the lady in Amber Bay Swanage. We both had a meal from the specials board (pork stroganoff & braised venison) just to say that it..."
Treve Sanders
"Great food, freshly prepared. Great service and..."
Samantha Hazelwood
"Great local pub, made to feel very welcome on a recent holiday to Swanage, best pint i had anywhere and the food smelt and looked amazing even though..."
Ashley Berrill
"So a lovely friendly warm welcoming pub, absolutely fantastic..."
Hayley Clayton
"Great atmosphere and food, very good..."
Anne Therese Cromwell
"Lovely friendly historical pub -one of the oldest in Swanage and only one with a thatched roof. Nice beer garden with a covered area and good..."
angel damour
"For ages I have looked at this pub and thought I must visit. One cold windy Sunday was meant to be walking up to the nature reserve and beyond, but..."
Jon Baker
"Great little pub with large garden. The beer garden would benefit from some plants and new seating but would like to wish the new landlord best..."
Janet Plant
"Lovely old English pub with lots of charm and. A great atmosphere and made welcome by the locals lovely beer garden also pool darts and to end the..."
Vance Smith
"Fabulous little pub with a nice garden, great food, beer and service. The fact they do so much to support local live music and the Swanage Blues..."
Dubbel Xposure
"So good we came back 2 days later for another meal. The food was great and well priced and the beer was the best I have had in Swanage. Very friendly..."
Al Mackcracken
"What a great find. Friendly welcoming staff who went above and beyond to ensure our evening was most enjoyable. Food was well priced and very..."
Paul Meades
"Very friendly and charming. We managed to get some stone baked pizza from another onsite business. Lovely little garden to eat, drink and relax..."
Michelle Ingham
"Great staff, so welcoming. There Special Burger is a burger to enjoy. Every bite was different, every mouthful was delicious...."
Joseph Mitchell
"Service was amazing. Very welcoming and great pub. Drinks well..."
Lia Foray
"Lovely pub great atmosphere landlord and lady made us feel very welcome amazing food especially for a sunday roast massive beer garden dog friendly..."
Ken Chant
"Really enjoyable lovely pub! Will be returning..."
Jenny Holmes
"This could be a good pub if supported more by locals. Good selection of real..."
Lord Baring
"Nice cosy pub had fish chips and peas and it was very nice and filling, chips were nice and chunky 😋 very..."
Donna Barnes
"Nice pub, good beers and very polite people. There is a great beer garden, a snooker table and live music time by time. Food (limited) is available..."
HePe Con
"We found this place towards the end of our stay in Swanage and its the nicest and friendliest place - the couple who run the place are lovely, the..."
Alison Moore
"Straightforward, really friendly, usual hearty pub food. A warm welcome on a very rainy..."
Lea Moore
The Watering Hole Cafe Swanage
The Watering Hole Cafe Swanage
87/100 (312 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
Pub
Cafe
Bar
Pub
Cafe
Lunch
Brunch
Drinks
Breakfast
Tiramisu Cake
Roast Beef Sunday Lunch
Chicken Katsu Curry with Prawn Crackers
Gourmet Burger
Cherry Pie with Icecream
Apple Pie
Hamburger with Country Fries
Sirloin Seasoned Steak
english breakfast
seafood platter
Beer
Café
Bar
Pub
Café
Beach
Reservations
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Family style
Dog Friendly
Outdoor Seating
Drinks
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Mid-range
"Went for a Sunday roast. Options beef, chicken or pork with all the trimmings. Puddings were lovely, cherry pie and custard and 3 scoops of ice..."
Janet Smith
"Sunday lunch, small plate (SP). Excellent service, as always, staff very pleasant. Roast beef was tender and delicious, as was my sister's pork. ..."
Karen Tongue
"Delighted to have found this bar, which also does good food. I was walking past on a blustery day, wandered in and had a brilliant pint, say by a..."
Jon Baker
"Stayed at the caravan site, tried a meal on our first night as couldn't be bothered to drive out, pay for parking and search for a pub on a Monday..."
Susan Veale
"Our waiter was very very kind and friendly. He was always reassuring if we were fine and wheter we needed something. The food was absolutely..."
fabiozot03
"Ordered the rack of ribs, and I got a full rack of ribs, I also ordered the garlic bread, which was the best I've ever has, great meal good value for..."
Scott Grant
"Another excellent visit, great food and drink in a nice setting. Excellent bar and waiting staff. Always eat and drink here when visiting..."
Jon Mardle
"A very smart, modern pub. The seafood special was excellent, as was the pint of Doom..."
Jan Jarvis
"Pleasant night out with wife for a meal. Meal was great. Service a bit slow. And are server could have looked a bit happier. But all in all..."
Shane Collins
"Lovely place. Lovely food. Friendly atmosphere. Inside and outside..."
steve miles
"Nicely prepared and served food. Good range of..."
John Myerson
"Was recommended and did not disappoint. Fabulous Sunday lunch in the restaurant. Pork succulent, plenty of fresh veg, and the diary milk cheesecake..."
Clare GRIFFITHS
"Excellent food. Surprised by the quality for the location on a camp site. Ate there 2 days running was so..."
Heather Neaves
"Lovely food. Nice atmosphere. Very friendly and welcoming..."
Janet Day
"Always quieter than town, nice and clean,excellent play..."
Jill Collins
"Had a lovely lunch here with my family. Great kids menu with high chairs and squash for the kids. Adults menu was lovely too. Staff very friendly..."
Joe Garside
"Lovely place, with a good menu at reasonable prices. Well presented and tasty...."
Brian T Erskine (Osca)
"Nice bar. Quiet when we went there. Pleasant patio to sit with a beer in the..."
James Roberts
"Good quality pub grub, smart bar, handy for the..."
Anthony Cartmell
Isle Of Purbeck Golf Club
Isle Of Purbeck Golf Club
86/100 (1789 ratings)
Restaurants
British
Bar
International
Pub
British
Vegetarian Friendly
Bar
Gluten Free Options
International
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Breakfast
Dinner
After-hours
Lunch
Brunch
Drinks
Beef
Salad
Sit down
Bar
British
International
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Drinks
Brunch
After-hours
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Wonderful course!! Amazing views We had lovely time and cannot wait to come back. Terry at the proshop is very friendly and gave us a warm..."
Sylvie Andre
"Super friendly Professional Shop and Terry is on it in the clubhouse. The golf course is in very good condition. A great..."
Nicholas Sharratt
"Challenging course with amazing views. The ground is hard so lots of roll. The rough and wind makes the course tricky if you’re off line or long. I..."
Alister Smith
"I first played this fantastic course around 35 years ago and yesterday with the strong winds, bright sunshine, and drizzle in the 4 1/2 hour round,..."
Chris Bird
"One of the most intimidating courses in the south west. Think your way around. Wonderful views friendly staff excellent..."
George Taylor
"A view to die for and you don't have to be a golfer or member to enjoy it. Afternoon tea is nice, lunch bar menu is very unexciting and the actual..."
Russell Brayshaw
"2022 review- Great breakfast Good dene course Can't wait to play Purbeck course 2023- played the Purbecks course for my 30th with my dad who has..."
Ben Carey
"Great course and will go back, so worth a..."
Richard Nugent
"Lovely views of Sandbanks, Poole, Bournemouth Isle of Wight. Great layout with excellent greens fairways was dry on quite a few but don't let that..."
Phil Epping
"Great service, beautiful views and good food. In Restaurant part £29 for a 3 course meal pp, which going by the location, I think it's reasonably..."
Jason Hazlett
The Cabin
The Cabin
85/100 (1256 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
British
Bar
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Bar
Seafood
Seafood
Cafe
Gluten Free Options
British
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Lunch
Brunch
Drinks
Breakfast
Sausage
Prawns
Burger
Toasts
Club Sandwich
Cobb Salad
Cakes
Fish
Salad
Crab
Cake
Café
Seafood
Bar
Café
British
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Outdoor Seating
Wine and Beer
Takeout
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Waterfront
Accepts Credit Cards
Cash Only
Breakfast
Lunch
Drinks
Brunch
Mid-range
Cheap Eats
"Delicious food - we had crab and lobster burger, fish basket and a portion of cheesy chips, washed down with a glass of Sauvignon Blanc. Quick..."
Helen Gregory
"Great place right on the beach...sat most of our weekend away drinking gin and tonic in the most beautiful surroundings. The owners and staff were..."
Samantha Ann
"As always fantastic food great service always really friendly there isn’t a better spot to refuel and watch the World go..."
Joel Parrott
"We loved it here. The service is wonderful. We had a crab/lobster burger, a crab salad and chips all to share as we couldn't make our minds up what..."
Juliet Helps
"What a gem. Fantastic setting, cracking grub, and fantastic staff. We'll be..."
Stew Woroch
"Once again I can only write positive things about the cabin. Living in Dubai, we look forward the whole flight to coming back to the cabin and it’s..."
Will Hector
"Very friendly, good coffee and ice cream, didn't eat this time, but did last time we stopped there and the food is great. New furnishings and..."
Belinda Irvine
"Great view �great food �excellent services � thanks to Mike pat and staff..."
Paul Smart
"First visit of the season - as good as ever. I love this place and will certainly be back. Crab and lobster burgers are..."
Helen Kimber
"Great location right on the beach but tucked away from the usual touristy offerings. Food and service were great with a mixture of three locations to..."
Clair Bushnell
"What a fab little gem... best latte I have had in a while too..."
Karen Sturges
"Great cafe on 3 levels all with a cracking view. Was worth the walk for a friendly greeting and a cold beer (or two!) We didn't eat on this occasion..."
Caroline Dodds Was Scholefield
"Lovely beach cafe doing excellent food & drinks - strongly recommend..."
Bryony Parsons
"Fabulous find! In a booth overlooking beach with sand between my toes. Food great, freshly cooked and speedy despite cabin being busy all washed down..."
Liz Blood
"An amazing place to stop and eat and drink. Food is amazing, the staff are friendly, plenty of seating however can get very busy. The view is..."
Chris Brown
"Sun, Sea, Nice Wine & Great Food. + the best cup of tea all holiday. Welcoming friendly, service good..."
Alan Wilson
"Perfect for a break while walking the coast path. Great views. Food not expensive and decent fast food quality. Good..."
Madeleine Sampson
"We just had the most delicious dinner at The Cabin. The food was lovely, the view spectacular and the staff were incredibly friendly. Contrary to a..."
Alex Freeman
"Lovely spot to stop for a meal or a snack. Right on the beach with a mixture of tables under umbrellas or little covered alcoves with space for about..."
Rob Butler
"We had the best day ever in Uk. The weather was so hot, we feel like we were in Canary Islands. The beach with sand, the premises very tidy and..."
Bogdan Ciobanu
"Went here yesterday 5 of us for breakfast, love Swanage but never been to The cabin before, had a great meal set us up for the day, then of to the..."
Steve wicks-eales
"We had a mug of tea and a green tea with lemon and ginger, with some tap water with ice cubes in. It was very nice. The views of the Isle of Wight..."
Jacquie Jennings
"Great location, lovely friendly staff & well run. Only negative was the quality of the beef burgers which was poor for the price you pay. Would..."
Tiggy Travels
"What a location!!! What a great dining experience. Overlooking the sea. Had breakfast Saturday and Sunday. Breakfast was cooked to perfection. Coffee..."
Paula Christian
Bar 1875
Bar 1875
84/100 (102 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
Pub
Bar
Pub
Drinks
Sit down
Bar
Pub
Drinks
Mid-range
The Square & Compass
The Square & Compass
83/100 (549 ratings)
Restaurants
Quick Bites
Bar
Bar
Pub
Pub
British
British
Dinner
Lunch
Pasty and a Pint
Pasty and Cider
Cheese and Vegetable Pie
Steak Pasty and Kiss Me Kate Cider
Vegetarian Slice
Vegetable Pasty
Pies
Home Made Pasty
It Was a Fabulous Pastie
Pumpkin
Tea
Veggie Cheese Pie
Mulled Cider
Devon Red Cider
juices
Pastries
Apple Cake and Ice Cream
Crab
Cornish Pastie
Vegan Pasties
Beers and Ciders
Pasty and Beer
Bar
Pub
British
Serves Alcohol
Outdoor Seating
Seating
Lunch
Dinner
Cheap Eats
"This unique and fabulous pub never ceases to please whatever the weather whatever time of the year. The staff are fabulous and the variety of drinks..."
Katrina Doughty
"A well-known pub with locals, tourists, walkers, cyclists, and everyone else in between! The bar area is slightly different in that you have to queue..."
Paul Garner
"Just the most original and unusual pub I have ever visited in a quite astonishing place. It starts with the bar, well there isn't one! Just a square..."
Philip Page
"Yet another (re)visit to one of my absolute favourite countryside pubs. Stunning views of the rolling Dorset Downs with sea in the distance. Plenty..."
Roddy Armitage
"Quite possibly the best pub in the universe. I haven’t tried them all yet. Research continues, but this is currently number 1. Ridiculously..."
Jeffery Wells
"Absolutely brilliant place to visit, museum and pub. Good choice of beers, amazing views from the garden. One to return to when on holiday in..."
Janet Plant
"What a lovely oldie world pub this is,it had a cider & beer menu, so had to try a pint or two of the different ciders ( which were very good) plenty..."
Scrumpy Dave
"A quaint place, not really a pub more like a licenced cafe. No bar but you give your order at an open flap. Good selection of ale and although rated..."
Darryl Pinto
"Best pub in the UK in my opinion. Small, cosy spot with unmatched views across the purbecks. Take a stroll down to Winspit and on your return, stop..."
Anya Levkouskis
"One of my favourites. Traditional hill top pub with a great view over the fields down to the sea with a fabulous outdoor seating area. Full of..."
Matt Finnemore
White Horse Inn
White Horse Inn
83/100 (680 ratings)
Restaurants
Bars & Pubs
Quick Bites
Bars & Pubs
Bar
British
Pub
Vegetarian Friendly
Bar
Pub
British
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Ribeye steak
Beer
Full english breakfast
Ale Pie
Burger
Penne
heineken
Cider
Burger and fries
Fish and Chips
Homemade Chilli Con Carne
Steak and Ale Pie
Toasts
Lasagne
Fish
Bar
Pub
British
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Television
Live Music
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Friendly service. We waited quite a log time for our food but we weren't in a hurry. Food was quite good. Not a great choice of meals. Very..."
Sandra Heron
"Came for a meal just before half term so very quiet! Lovely! Food was great lobes the chicken, bacon creamy pasta. Would definitely come back again..."
Janis Larkman
"Went in for lunch. Dogs welcome. Great service, good prices, good choice on menu, several beers and ciders on draught as well as delicious coffee's...."
Chris Bamford
"Been coming to Swanage for carnival week for 7 years. Have never been made to feel anything less than welcome in this place, these guys work their..."
marklangrish
"This place was an absolute gem of a find to eat, the food was outstanding and reasonably priced. The locals were friendly too. Will defo be returning..."
l8nitecaller
"Great welcome and good food, the best BLT baguette my wife said she hasever had, and she's had a..."
Larry George
"Whilst it is a sports bar, it has a good choice of ales and excellent bar..."
angela banks
"Love the food it's so good I had steak and it was cooked perfectly one-of my favourite places to eat in..."
Kynty Mackey
"Welcoming and reasonably priced pint, being a sports bar has great in toilet..."
John Harvey duke of bermondsey
"A really good pub, with a variety of ales. Both had lovely meal here. Strongly recommended..."
Robert Bailey
"Stayed here for the carnival weekend. Bedroom and bathroom were spotless. Concerned we may hear the pub downstairs but didn't, it was very quiet. The..."
Alison Mitchell
"Bar staff and local regulars were really welcoming, I'm yet to sample the locally sourced produce from the menu as the Kitchen is closed on Mondays..."
1mitchuk
"Ate here a lot on our week away to Swanage,great food(lovely hunters chicken),good prices,nice selection of food and drinks,nice staff,really good..."
Gav Nutty
"Very welcoming and friendly, food was lovely...."
caroline Hoar
"10 of us were in town for a friend's birthday. This pub welcomed us and a dog like honoured guests and moved tables to seat us together. ( another..."
Katrina Cole
Grand Hotel Swanage Restaurant And Bar
Grand Hotel Swanage Restaurant And Bar
83/100 (765 ratings)
Restaurants
British
Bar
Bar
British
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Cakes
Fish
Pork
Sandwiches
Soup
Scones
Beef
Puddings
Cake
Salad
Risotto
Prawns
Sit down
Bar
British
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Outdoor Seating
Validated Parking
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Well this is truly a GRAND hotel. It has been updated to a very high standard. Stunning tropical rain shower, wonderful crisp linen & great tea &..."
david Howe
"Perfect location, wonderful views. A very welcoming and helpful staff. Spotlessly clean rooms. Super food at both dinner and breakfast. TIP: Book..."
Helen L
"Friendly, welcoming Hotel. Rooms are clean and comfortable. Worth paying for a room with sea view as this is stunning. This hotel has a small gym..."
Lynn Joy
"What a smashing place. Wonderful gardens and view of the bay. Spent an idyllic couple of hours here with the family for a sunny afternoon cheeky..."
Lesley Coombes
"I asked for an upgrade to a sea view because of my limited budget as a teacher, and they kindly gave me a room with a view at no extra cost. What a..."
Kevin Jenkins
"The perfect venue for a seaside wedding. Nestled on a clifftop on the Purbeck coastline this is the perfect place to enjoy an English seaside..."
Nathan Eames | Libra Photographic
"This review is NOT based on a residential stay, but rather on use of the bar and it's gardens overlooking stunning Swanage bay & the small but..."
Amanda Walker
"I wish I remember the name of the senior gentleman on reception to praise him directly, but what a gent! Nothing was too much and really personable...."
Thomas Bailey
"We went for tea on a very wet afternoon. The tea was delicious and service friendly. We had to ask for a second pot of tea, but it was no problem. We..."
Clare Griffiths
"Amazing hotel, with such a goregous view. I stayed here for 1 night with my daughter this week and wow it was amazing. Reception staff are so..."
Hannah Lewis
"This hotel deserves to be called “Grand” . It is very old fashioned, high ceilings, polished wood, fancy glass windows, the works. The rooms are..."
Claudia Mellenthin
"My husband and I stayed in this lovely hotel for two nights and just wished we could have stayed longer! The room was perfect, with a sea view that..."
Marie Joly
"We stayed in an upgraded room with a sea view which was excellent. Breakfast was fantastic with self service for the continental bit and cooked being..."
Teresa Wakeling
"20min walk to the village. Rooms were well maintained- incredible views. Very pleased with my..."
Jan Griffiths
"We booked this hotel so we could spend the weekend in Swanage. I wasn't particularly interested in this hotel but booked it anyway because it was all..."
Nigel
The Ship Inn
The Ship Inn
78/100 (741 ratings)
Restaurants
Quick Bites
Gluten Free Options
Bar
Bar
Pub
Pub
Vegetarian Friendly
British
Vegan Options
British
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Staropramen
Club Sandwich
Crab
Chicken Bacon and Avocado Salad
Cakes
Mussels
Fried
Chilli Hot Dog
Lamb
Salmon
Chicken Curry
Club Sándwich
Fish
Seafood Salad
Sandwiches
Burger
Fish & Chips
Pork
Rump Steak Platter
Moules frites
Fish & Chips
Chilli Cheese Hot Dog and Fries
ham egg & chips
Tapas
Chilli Cheese Hotdog
Cider
Ribs
Beef and Spinach Lasagna
Thai green curry
Curry
Beef
Dorset Blue Burger
Fish & chips
Prawns
Homemade Fish Fingers with Mushy Peas
Sunday roast
Soup of the Day
Puddings
Japanese Fried Chicken
Sharing Platter
Nachos
Salad
Scampi
Halloumi Burger
Wings
Brie
Mulled Wine
Roast Beef
Chili
Sit down
Pub
British
Bar
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Live Music
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"It is a really lovely pub with a welcome feeling to it. It is dog friendly too which is really important to us. After reading some of the reviews,..."
Jayne Jones
"Nice enough pub, nothing wrong with the food but it doesn't stand out particularly, had an issue with the kids burger as it looked.... Interesting..."
Kian Griffin
"Popped in for dinner and was very happy we did, staff were friendly and helpful and the food was excellent. I had the big chilli cheese hotdog & my..."
G.
"Amazing food! Came with a group of 15 so had ordered ahead. It came in good time and was absolutely delicious. Good large portions and nice friendly..."
Phil Rhodes
"It was a wonderful dinner, I have with my family. 2nd night in Swanage, we found this restaurant. Very warm, welcome pub and restaurant. Very cosy..."
Indira Janvidaya
"We had party of 7 . The food was fantastic. Highly recommend the superfood salad. But all meals were amazing. Friendly staff . Great atmosphere. Made..."
cathy Goldsmith
"Delicious food, great location, friendly staff and reasonable price for quality food. Definitely will be going back, advisable to prebook in school..."
marie lawrence
"Two of us enjoyed a meal and drinks here 2 nights in a row. Great food, friendly and efficient staff. Service excellent! Overall, well worth a visit...."
Amanda Baskerville
"We had a great stay. The service was friendly and the food was really..."
Saskia Dorsch
"We didn't eat on the day we visited. I asked manager if we could bring dogs in. You can buy need to sit at the back. Which was fine. Good selection..."
Carl Westwood
The White Swan
The White Swan
70/100 (1273 ratings)
Restaurants
Quick Bites
British
Bar
Pub
Bar
Pub
British
After-hours
Drinks
Steak and Ale Pie
Sausage and Mash
Pie of the Day
Toasts
Burger
Small Nachos
Baguette
Hunters Chicken Burger
Cakes
Chicken Wings With
Fish & Chips
Fish
Beef
Pulled Pork Fries with Cheese
Soup
Home-Made Steak and Ale Pie
Panna Cotta
Salad
Big Burger & Chips
Sea Bass
Sunday roast
Chili
Sunday roast
Beer
Crab
Soup
Scampi and chips
Chowder
Scampi
Fish & chips
Fish & Chips
Sausage
Fried
Cod
Roast Potatoes
Sticky Toffee Pudding
Steak Pie
San Miguel
Nachos
Sit down
British
Bar
Pub
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Accepts Credit Cards
Serves Alcohol
Outdoor Seating
Highchairs Available
Television
Full Bar
Live Music
Free Wifi
After-hours
Drinks
Mid-range
"Proper pub for locals, as well as catering to the tourist looking foe the real town. No frills, good food, good service. Always friendly staff, and a..."
Charlotte Frost
"Live band on the Friday. Great vibe, packed with a wide age mix of locals and tourists enjoying the rock n roll covers blasted out at decent volume...."
Nick Nugent
"Although it was really busy due to the Blues Festival, the staff were really friendly and efficient. Tasty food and good..."
Diana Davis
"Lovely friendly, warm and welcoming pub, with a great selection of beers and ciders. Fun pub quiz on a Thursday night. We didn’t eat here but our..."
Gillian Ghosh
"Had a couple of pints here. Garden is fabulous and the bar staff are very friendly. Didn't eat this time, maybe next..."
Mark Smith
"So sorry but we ate here and it was awful, don't bother. The place was dirty and the staff totally..."
Aly Moult
"Super location, in the centre of Swanage, lively atmosphere. Live music playing, as there was Blues..."
Sharon Glave
"We were all hungry and the dog was welcome. Service was friendly and food came quickly. Unfortunately my fish and chips were not great, the fries..."
tony richardson
"Cosy old style pub, good beer, food and a pool..."
Alan Masters
"Stayed at the local YHA. Popped in on new year's eve. Treated like a local by the wonderful barman. Decent selection of drinks. The punters were so..."
Stephanie Phillips