Restaurants in Dorchester
Restaurants with Delivery
Al Molo-Dorchester
6 High W St, DorchesterA really pleasant environment, excellent and delicious food without being pretentious, staffed by lovely people who were friendly and more than happy to help. We had a lovely date here, and could not recommend it more highly.
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Superb113 Reviews 4.8
The Square Bistro Poundbury
1 Challacombe Square, Poundbury, DorchesterBest restaurant in town! A small, intimate and independent restaurant in Poundbury, Dorchester. Absolutely amazing food, drinks and service. Great value for money. Had the 3 course Sunday lunch and it was so awesome, we came back for the Christmas menu. Best crème brûlée ever! Highly recommend this restaurant, absolute gem.
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Superb41 Reviews 5
The Wise Man Inn
West Stafford, DorchesterStaff were to young adult needed not very cheerful no body asked if everything ok,
Starters came which was fine,
Main course came but we had no knives or forks
Had to go and ask where girl went ant and got them and handed them over with a not very cheerful face on we felt as if everything was an effort for them,
On a plus side food was very good
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Superb52 Reviews 4.7
Pizza Express
25 Weymouth Ave, DorchesterWhat a lovely surprise in Dorchester today. Our nearest Pizza Express isn't great so I can't remember the last time I visited one. We were served by Patrick, fantastic service, attentive, helped me with the app. Food was great, hot and service was excellent. Thank you restoring my faith in PE and excellent customer service.
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Superb91 Reviews 4.6
Trumpet Major
Alington Ave, DorchesterReally good carvery the turkey is always amazing. We all enjoyed our meals and had a lovely lunch. Service was also good and staff were friendly. Thank you we will be back soon
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Superb292 Reviews 4.5
Sydney Arms
11 Bridport Rd, DorchesterA beautiful hotel near the Dorchester town centre. The room was nice and clean, the bed was super comfortable, and the facilities were perfect. A fantastic night's stay! I will most definitely book again.
Thank you to the staff at The Sydney Arms for their amazing service. 10/10.
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Superb59 Reviews 4.6
Callaway's Fish & Chips
14 Fordington Grn, DorchesterWow! We grabbed lunch here on a stroll around the town and were blown away how good this is. All fish and chips is NOT the same — and Callaway’s are superb. Food delicious, friendly service, great prices. What a find! Not to be missed if you’re in Dorchester.
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Superb52 Reviews 4.6
The Balti Express
12 High E St, DorchesterExcellent Indian takeaway. We were very impressed with the flavours of each dish and also the great vegan options. We will definitely be ordering again!! Delicious!
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Superb18 Reviews 4.7
Basilico
41 Trinity St, DorchesterMy friend and I ate here this evening before watching a film at the plaza cinema a 2minute walk away. I had seen this place on the map and often thought i should try it. On first glance this little restaurant doesn't look much but don't judge a book by its cover, go inside and enjoy the pizza.On arrival the place was quiet bar one couple enjoying their food. The lovely waitress/possible owner took a little while to greet us but once she did I can't complain. We quickly ordered our food and beverage each. Whilst we chatted they decided to put some questionable pop/rap/rnb music on which was a bit louder than background music so I had to pay attention to my friends conversation. However all can he forgiven as when our pizzas arrived they were authentic and delicious. Having been to Italy multiple times I can confirm these Woodfired sour dough pizzas in Dorset are fantastic. The waitress also checked on us a couple of times which i appreciate. Great little find. A shame for the owners that it wasn't busier as they deserve to have more footfall on a Friday night. The bill was very reasonable. 2 soft drinks and 2 pizzas was just over £35.00.I will 100% be returning with my partner and no doubt with my friend again.
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Superb50 Reviews 4.5
Côte Dorchester
Town Centre, 3 Brewery Sq, DorchesterI had Poulet Breton Gratin and it was literally the best chicken I've ever eaten by far. Very tender and very moist, French trimmed, served in a delicious taragon chicken sauce. Its made me look at the menu again and I know I will return periodically to taste all the other dishes.
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Superb48 Reviews 4.5
Zizzi - Dorchester
5 Eldridge St, DorchesterNice price, enough food for the money, super taste on both pasta and pizza, small nice children's menu. The girl at 15mnd got sheets and pen, starting with veggiesticks, bread and dip. The little girl's pizzas were the size of an open hand, perfect and she got juice.\n Our food was excellent, nice execution, super service, nice staff, quick with the food on the table, but also waiting snacks before the food came. Somewhat smaller selection of regular soda, only cola and sprite. (Both sugar and sugar free).\n\nOverall, super pleased with the service and the food
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Superb213 Reviews 4.4
Istanbul Kebab
8 Trinity St, DorchesterI came here on Sunday after I had a disappointing experience with Greggs. Me and my child walked in and was instantly greeted with a big, kind smile by the workers. I ordered a fish cake and sausage for my child and chips for myself and we were not disappointed. The food was incredible and although it had just opened the food didn’t take too long to cook either. We were allowed to put on our own salt so we could have what we wanted and it was amazing. As well as this my whole order costed me £6 which made my sausage, fishcake and chips £2 each which is amazing. 10/10 would come here everyday.
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Superb33 Reviews 4.5
wagamama dorchester
21 Weymouth Ave, Brewery Sq, DorchesterLast night 12 of us visited Brewery Square for my granddaughters 15th Birthday. From the very start we were treated so well and my Granddaughter had the very best service! Making her own mocktail, receiving a voucher for her meal, a cake with candle and of course a chorus of Happy Birthday. Additionally I am coeliac, I had my own server, personal chef cooking my food, which arrived very quickly and the food choice and quality was excellent. \nI just wanted to name a couple of staff members that went out of their way to give us all the best experience. Thank you Carlos (Torres) and Char!!!! 10/10
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Superb132 Reviews 4.4
Junction Hotel
Great Western Rd, DorchesterMe and a friend stayed in room 1 for a night whilst visiting historical sites around the area. The staff greeted us warmly and were very accommodating. Would stay there again, thanks!
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Superb130 Reviews 4.4
COOK Dorchester
7A, Tudor Arcade, South St, DorchesterI love the products already but came into this store as we are on holiday locally (self catering). Clean store, great range etc but the big thing was the young lady running the store who was helpful, friendly and engaged with every customer
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Superb5 Reviews 5
Restaurants by Cuisine
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The Brewers Arms
Burnside, Martinstown, DorchesterThe Brewers Arms is a really lovely country pub. The staff are friendly and welcoming. The food is great quality, well-presented and really tasty. All in all, the Brewers Arms is highly recommended and well worth a visit.
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Superb91 Reviews 4.7
Empire Kebab & Pizza | Dorchester
31 High E St, DorchesterDelivery.
Epic! The food was hot and the chicken was moist and juicy on the inside and beautifully charred on the outside.....so good!
Also the salad was really fresh
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Good19 Reviews 3.9
Masala Indian Cuisine
14 High E St, DorchesterRestaurant was clean with very friendly staff, they put all your food on hot plates and give you hot towels to finish (and chocolates) the food was lovely and fairly priced, my one little niggle is that I would say my curry was a tiny bit to sweet but other than that it was great.
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Good32 Reviews 3.9
Rajpoot Restaurant
43 High W St, DorchesterTreated my partner to a birthday meal.
The food was excellent, really a cut above; and the service friendly.
The poppadoms were tasty and so were the sauces...none super spicy ( but all tasty) which was great.
Can recommend the chicken passanda and mango lassi!
I am not a vegetarian but the options looked tempting!
I liked the classical background music.
It was a BH Monday evening and by 9pm we were the only ones in the restaurant.
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Good69 Reviews 3.8
Brewhouse & Kitchen - Dorchester
27 Weymouth Ave, DorchesterHad our Christmas party there. Food was pre-booked which was helpful as we didn't have to wait too long to be served even though it was very busy. They also came out and called our names to give us the food which was great. The atmosphere was good, although a little loud, but being so busy you would expect that. The staff were very helpful and friendly. The food was tasty but there were a couple of little issues such as massive sprouts which were still hard and difficult to cut in half and the roulade for pudding was just a small slice in the middle of a large plate, no cream or anything and looked like no effort had been made whereas the other puddings were bigger and better presented. Didn't spoil our night though and would go there again.
Parking: Park in the public car park opposite
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Good148 Reviews 3.4
Pet Friendly Places
Goldies
36 High E St, DorchesterThis is a GEM of a pub. Despite growing up near Dorchester and coming into town all my life I only started visiting this pub recently and it is simply terrific.
It’s an old property with atmosphere, terrific hosts, and good beer. On Mondays and Tuesdays they have a special deal on real ale, £2.90 a pint, which is a bargain in this day and age.
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Superb32 Reviews 4.8
The Martyrs Inn
49 Main Rd, Tolpuddle, DorchesterJust stopping by for a pint is always nice, friendly, welcoming but cycling from Affpuddle church on a Sunday for the carvery is off the scale! The place has been transformed since the village took it over, it’s a joy!
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Superb70 Reviews 4.6
The Blue Raddle
9 Church St, DorchesterA proper pub. Excellent, home cooked food. Excellent beer. Interesting decor with some humour including Private Eye front pages. May not be attractive to young ones who can't entertain themselves. Highly recommended. Bookings advisable if eating, especially on weekends.
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Superb35 Reviews 4.7
Tamarisk Farm
Beach Rd, West Bexington, DorchesterWe went on the amazing Glow worm hunt and it was an incredible experience! The hot chocolate and home made cakes at the beginning were such a lovely touch and a perfect start for the exciting late night hunt! The kids were super excited and the whole family loved it. It’s a one off experience and totally recommend it - bring sturdy shoes!
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Superb4 Reviews 5
The Rivers Arms
Cheselbourne, DorchesterThe cabins are spacious warm and comfortable with tea and coffee facilities the breakfast was fresh and local but got a bit cold when under pressure (too many to produce at once).
The hosts were very accommodating and replaced anything that was wrong.
Cute to have guinea pigs running around keeping the weeds down.
The view from the deck Infront of the cabins was very pleasant watching the swifts and Martin's flirting about.
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Good26 Reviews 4.2
The Engine Room Restaurant
Poundbury Gardens, Peverell Ave E, DorchesterPre-ordered breakfasts for 14 for our every month or so family breakfast get together. It was our best yet, every aspect (food service and atmosphere) perfect. It will become our regular gathering venue.
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Good67 Reviews 4.1
Takeaway Restaurants
Potters Cafe Bistro
19 Durngate St, DorchesterBit of a squeeze, but we managed to get a pushchair in. Staff and food are both amazing. Great ambience and fireplace. They even made me a special baguette to meet my dietary requirements - not much effort but very appreciated. Will always eat here when we visit Dorchester.
Wheelchair accessibility: Possible, but a big challenge.
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Superb59 Reviews 4.6
Case & Brewer
1 Victoria Rd, DorchesterThese have been the best so far since we got here. The oil they used was fresh and the food was so good. The staff were kind and helpful. I am glad my friends stopped there for fish and chips. It is a good idea to buy a bottle of ketchup for the chips. We did.
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Good45 Reviews 4.2
Drive-Thru Restaurants
The King and Thai Restaurant
35 Great Western Rd, Dorchester1st time in this restaurant and the Thai attitude & hospitality is immediately obvious - very friendly and attentive service indeed. We chose "Anna's Banquet" - the V/VE option. The starters were delicious as was our desert of fried banana. The main course was a feast of vegetable dishes... We could not eat them all!
Overall a very good experience. If I had one criticism it would be that the vegetables were partly very crunchy = almost undercooked.
But overall a very positive experience and we will return... Trying some meat dishes and ordering individually. ?
Good value for money too.
Vegetarian options: Anna's banquet (minimum of 2) and options throughout the menu.
Parking: There are parking spaces nearby. Expect however a short walk to the restaurant.
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Superb70 Reviews 4.9
Fables and food
7 Dinham Walk, Poundbury, DorchesterSuch an amazing hidden gem. A truly unique selection to eat and to drink on the menu. A cosy indoor seating area, or a seat with a water fountain view outside. What's not to love?
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Superb62 Reviews 4.8
Café Octagon
4 Pummery Sq, Poundbury, DorchesterMy partner and several friends use this venue often. It's changed has three times in the last decade and the current owners have turned it into a home from home. They really about their food, service and ,when they can, spending time with customers.
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Superb28 Reviews 5
The Frampton Arms
Station Rd, Moreton, DorchesterFantastic! We were delayed at Moreton Station (just across the road), and decided to pop in for lunch. Excellent size portions, quality ingredients and really tasty food. Service was also prompt. Choice of a courtyard or garden to sit it when the weather is nice. We'll worth a visit if you're nearby and hungry for a decent, wholesome meal.
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Superb157 Reviews 4.6
Kao San Thai Restaurant
34A High W St, DorchesterWe had takeaway and collected ourselves.
The food is consistently high quality and you know that when you order a dish, you will get exactly the dish you are thinking of. Always hot, always so fresh tasting, the tubs are the larger sizes and just really good value for a take away price. We can feed 4 hungry people for under £50, which is astonishing.
We have eaten there in the day from the 2 or 3 course lunchtime deal. Excellent value and a really hearty lunch.
If you find yourself in Dorchester, it is very near the museums and town centre.
The staff are always so lovely, kind and fun too. In the evenings, it is always packed out, and those ladies earn their money. They are run off their feet but everything is always excellent and totally under their control.
In 25 years, we haven't ever had a single problem with the food.
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Superb32 Reviews 4.9
Dorchester Market Cafe
Maumbury Rd, DorchesterTook my mum , wife and kids to the carvery on Sunday - all I can say is wow - the food is just great and it is enough to satisfy the biggest appetite - well done.
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Superb40 Reviews 4.8
Bean on the Green Café
8 Fordington Grn, DorchesterLoved this place. Went in on a rainy day, lovely friendly service, cosy comfy chairs, big pot of steaming tea and warm plum crumble cake, outstanding! Also bought the sour dough potato poppy seed and honey bread, Divine!
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Superb29 Reviews 4.9
Convivial Rabbit
1 Trinity House, Trinity St, Dorchester“Fantastic pub with a warm, welcoming atmosphere. The staff are friendly, and there’s an excellent selection of beers and spirits to suit all tastes. This is exactly how a proper pub should be — cosy, inviting, and full of character chris was a right laugh”
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Superb57 Reviews 4.7
White Horse Inn
Litton Ln, DorchesterWe spent 4 days and eves going to this pub while camping at Litton Lake . and you just couldn't ask for anywhere better than here
Bands in the garden , pop op food tents little stream running next to the garden . It was heaven , the locals and staff where superb
We thank them all for being Great company
Thankyou
Baz & Paula
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Superb35 Reviews 4.8
The Posh Partridge Cafe
29 High E St, DorchesterSpur of the moment stopover in Dorchester for breakfast- and what a gem. The menu is simple but covers such a variety on the dishes they offer. We had the cheese and mushroom omelette/ filled the plate and the belly! Along with the salmon on toast with tomato- wonderful.
They say they are dog friendly and they are- and so kind to us humans as well.
Breakfast and then a wander- perfect start to the day x
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Superb41 Reviews 4.7
Victoria Hotel
Dagmar Rd, DorchesterI can't say a bad word about this place.
Staff, people, food absolutely brilliant.
Even though I play Pool for this venue for League and Interleague.
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Superb37 Reviews 4.7
The Three Compasses
9 The Sq, Charminster, DorchesterGreat pub cosy beer garden, Sun trap ?
Always has good music on. Probably the best pub in dorset for live music. Good prices on the drinks. Great service ?
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Superb30 Reviews 4.7
PiP Café and Meeting Hub
St John Way, DorchesterWe had the homemade quiche which was delicious. The smoothie was mango pineapple and kiwi and it was probably the nicest one I've ever had. My son had a vanilla milkshake which he said was very nice.
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Superb45 Reviews 4.6
Bombay Nights
10 High E St, DorchesterWe had a take away from here yesterday, decided to collect, was ready on time - food was excellent, vegetable Ceylon, Chicken Dansak and Pasanda Chicken Tikka with coconut rice and peshwari Nan. Large portions, we're heating our leftovers for dinner tonight :) Thank you!
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Superb28 Reviews 4.7
Cheap Eats
Tom Brown's
47 High E St, DorchesterWonderful Dorset pub with extended garden, warming decor and a refreshing 'outsider' vibe. Great music on the speakers; including reggae, Australian punk, rock, funk and more. Reasonable prices for drinks and regular, individual pop-up nights as well as community events.
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Superb23 Reviews 4.7
The Old Tea House
44 High W St, DorchesterWhat a beautiful b&b with plenty of history. Owner was very informative about the old tea room and surrounding area. She was also the most amazing host, so friendly, kind and welcoming. Made us feel like we were at home. Breakfast was amazing with a great choice of cereals, pastries, yoghurt and then cooked breakfast. The cakes and scones are a must when visiting....tasty!
There is a plaque which says " come as guests leave as friends....we have definitely left as friends.
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Superb71 Reviews 4.5
Taste Café at Dorset Museum
High W St, DorchesterMartin and his team from Taste did an incredible job catering for our wedding in Dorchester at the end of August! The BBQ food (done for 120 guests!) was absolutely amazing quality and cooked to perfection - with various dietary requirements and a tricky seating plan, Martin took everything in his stride and him and his staff made our day even more special! A MASSIVE thank you!! We would highly recommend to anyone wanting some brilliant and tasty food for their wedding or special event!
THANK YOU!!
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Superb21 Reviews 4.7
YC's Cafe
YCscafe Dukes Fine Art Salesroom, Copper St, DorchesterTook ages for food mushroom on toast and a slice of baked beans on toast
I asked if the mushrooms were big told no sliced up bits, it was a big mushroom ! And the food was served on a stone cold plate !
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Superb25 Reviews 4.5
Poppins Cafe Restaurant DORCHESTER
2, The Forum Centre, Trinity St, DorchesterWent to this café bank holiday Monday for 2x breakfasts.
very well cooked and presented, the staff very friendly and did ask if we had any allergies The whole place is very clean and the prices are very reasonable. Will definitely go back on a return trip to Dorchester.
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Superb24 Reviews 4.4
The Bakers Arms
140 Monmouth Rd, DorchesterGood choice of real ales kept in tip-top condition. A real local's haunt. The roadside picnic benches at the front are a real sun trap. An added bonus was that the young pretty barmaid was feeling the cold when I walked in which perked me up no end. ?
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Good23 Reviews 4
Top o town cafe
Christchurch Court, The Grove, DorchesterGreat place to indulge a spot of biker breakie & a perfect roast lunch. Enormous helping of potatoes and veggies and always hot. The food overflows the plate and the desired meat is fantastic. Been going there for over 20+ years.
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Good16 Reviews 3.9
Imperial Dragon Chinese Take Away
37 Maud Rd, DorchesterWe have used this fabulous takeaway for quite a while now and it's always be 5*
The service and food are/have always been excellent. Food is always piping hot and full of flavour. Always plenty of meat/poultry/prawns etc.. in those dishes containing them.
The ordering is quick and easy and always polite.
I have used on occasion other takeaways and they do not compare with this one. They are good/nice but not of the same standard as the Inperial Dragon.
I always recommend this chinese takeaway as its always been 5* for us and used on many many occasions.
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Good24 Reviews 3.8
McDonald's
Bridport Rd, DorchesterI do not often visit McDonalds these days.
This branch was busy but the staff polite and food freshly prepared.
Also, they stocked the legendary McQuad!
A better exemplar.
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Good209 Reviews 3.8
Subway
33A South St, DorchesterLove this place, it's always open when I need lunch and the bread is only slightly chewy. The only real downside is that Subway as a brand got rid of the cheesy bites and the sweet chili sauce, which should be a crime. Also bring back flatbread it was the best bread!!
Vegetarian options: They got rid of their vege party in favour of a vegan one and I believe I'd prefer it if they just had both in stock. Not every vegetarian wants to eat things pretending to be meat as well so more options would be nice.
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Poor19 Reviews 2.4
KFC Dorchester - Weymouth Avenue
Weymouth Rd, DorchesterHad a quick bite at Dorchester KFC at 17:00. Food would have gotten 5 star, but the hot wings were cold and definitely not freshly cooked.
Service was quick and efficient, however you order at a kiosk machine, they hand food over and you bin your own rubbish so there is no real communication other than through a machine.
Food was good, pretty mid score
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Good90 Reviews 3.4
Best Restaurants
Vibes
13 Weymouth Ave, DorchesterThis is an excellent vegan restaurant. We had the Buddha Bowl and the Hamza's Famous Toasted Wrap. Both were absolutely delicious with the falafel as the main ingredient. The former in particular, especially because of the inclusion of beetroot too. Very unusual. Everything was prepared from scratch too. So very fresh. Very friendly service. Nice ambiance. And even outdoor seating.
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Superb121 Reviews 5
Al Molo-Dorchester
6 High W St, DorchesterA really pleasant environment, excellent and delicious food without being pretentious, staffed by lovely people who were friendly and more than happy to help. We had a lovely date here, and could not recommend it more highly.
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Superb113 Reviews 4.8
The King and Thai Restaurant
35 Great Western Rd, Dorchester1st time in this restaurant and the Thai attitude & hospitality is immediately obvious - very friendly and attentive service indeed. We chose "Anna's Banquet" - the V/VE option. The starters were delicious as was our desert of fried banana. The main course was a feast of vegetable dishes... We could not eat them all!
Overall a very good experience. If I had one criticism it would be that the vegetables were partly very crunchy = almost undercooked.
But overall a very positive experience and we will return... Trying some meat dishes and ordering individually. ?
Good value for money too.
Vegetarian options: Anna's banquet (minimum of 2) and options throughout the menu.
Parking: There are parking spaces nearby. Expect however a short walk to the restaurant.
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Superb70 Reviews 4.9
The Square Bistro Poundbury
1 Challacombe Square, Poundbury, DorchesterBest restaurant in town! A small, intimate and independent restaurant in Poundbury, Dorchester. Absolutely amazing food, drinks and service. Great value for money. Had the 3 course Sunday lunch and it was so awesome, we came back for the Christmas menu. Best crème brûlée ever! Highly recommend this restaurant, absolute gem.
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Superb41 Reviews 5
Yalbury Cottage
Yalbury Cottage, Lower Bockhampton, DorchesterBeautiful setting in a lovely area. The food was all absolutely delicious and the friendly service was impeccable! I would recommend this venue to anyone with a love for food.
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Superb54 Reviews 4.9
The Black Dog
Black Dog Inn, 50 Main St, Broadmayne, DorchesterAlways thought this place looked lovely but never stopped to try it before.
Good service, lovely light bite meal at lunchtime, we sat outside in the sun. The whole place looked well kept, it was immaculate. Many thanks
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Superb74 Reviews 4.8
Fables and food
7 Dinham Walk, Poundbury, DorchesterSuch an amazing hidden gem. A truly unique selection to eat and to drink on the menu. A cosy indoor seating area, or a seat with a water fountain view outside. What's not to love?
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Superb62 Reviews 4.8
The Brewers Arms
Burnside, Martinstown, DorchesterThe Brewers Arms is a really lovely country pub. The staff are friendly and welcoming. The food is great quality, well-presented and really tasty. All in all, the Brewers Arms is highly recommended and well worth a visit.
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Superb91 Reviews 4.7
The New Inn
Highgate Lane, DorchesterWe went for lunch as a party of 6. We had pre booked because it was the Christmas season. We were greeted by a very friendly member of the team. Shown to our table,allowed to settle, then had our drinks order taken and then shortly after that we had our meal order's taken by another charming team member. We didn't have to wait very long until all of our food was brought to the table. We had a gluten free option, a vegetarian option and 4 meals and starters off the Special menu. Every meal was beautifully cooked and presented. We had a really lovely time and will definitely be returning in the near future.
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Superb78 Reviews 4.7
The Frampton Arms
Station Rd, Moreton, DorchesterFantastic! We were delayed at Moreton Station (just across the road), and decided to pop in for lunch. Excellent size portions, quality ingredients and really tasty food. Service was also prompt. Choice of a courtyard or garden to sit it when the weather is nice. We'll worth a visit if you're nearby and hungry for a decent, wholesome meal.
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Superb157 Reviews 4.6
Kao San Thai Restaurant
34A High W St, DorchesterWe had takeaway and collected ourselves.
The food is consistently high quality and you know that when you order a dish, you will get exactly the dish you are thinking of. Always hot, always so fresh tasting, the tubs are the larger sizes and just really good value for a take away price. We can feed 4 hungry people for under £50, which is astonishing.
We have eaten there in the day from the 2 or 3 course lunchtime deal. Excellent value and a really hearty lunch.
If you find yourself in Dorchester, it is very near the museums and town centre.
The staff are always so lovely, kind and fun too. In the evenings, it is always packed out, and those ladies earn their money. They are run off their feet but everything is always excellent and totally under their control.
In 25 years, we haven't ever had a single problem with the food.
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Superb32 Reviews 4.9
Dorchester Market Cafe
Maumbury Rd, DorchesterTook my mum , wife and kids to the carvery on Sunday - all I can say is wow - the food is just great and it is enough to satisfy the biggest appetite - well done.
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Superb40 Reviews 4.8
Bean on the Green Café
8 Fordington Grn, DorchesterLoved this place. Went in on a rainy day, lovely friendly service, cosy comfy chairs, big pot of steaming tea and warm plum crumble cake, outstanding! Also bought the sour dough potato poppy seed and honey bread, Divine!
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Superb29 Reviews 4.9
Convivial Rabbit
1 Trinity House, Trinity St, Dorchester“Fantastic pub with a warm, welcoming atmosphere. The staff are friendly, and there’s an excellent selection of beers and spirits to suit all tastes. This is exactly how a proper pub should be — cosy, inviting, and full of character chris was a right laugh”
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Superb57 Reviews 4.7
The Wise Man Inn
West Stafford, DorchesterStaff were to young adult needed not very cheerful no body asked if everything ok,
Starters came which was fine,
Main course came but we had no knives or forks
Had to go and ask where girl went ant and got them and handed them over with a not very cheerful face on we felt as if everything was an effort for them,
On a plus side food was very good
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Superb52 Reviews 4.7
White Horse Inn
Litton Ln, DorchesterWe spent 4 days and eves going to this pub while camping at Litton Lake . and you just couldn't ask for anywhere better than here
Bands in the garden , pop op food tents little stream running next to the garden . It was heaven , the locals and staff where superb
We thank them all for being Great company
Thankyou
Baz & Paula
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Superb35 Reviews 4.8
Goldies
36 High E St, DorchesterThis is a GEM of a pub. Despite growing up near Dorchester and coming into town all my life I only started visiting this pub recently and it is simply terrific.
It’s an old property with atmosphere, terrific hosts, and good beer. On Mondays and Tuesdays they have a special deal on real ale, £2.90 a pint, which is a bargain in this day and age.
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Superb32 Reviews 4.8
Trumpet Major
Alington Ave, DorchesterReally good carvery the turkey is always amazing. We all enjoyed our meals and had a lovely lunch. Service was also good and staff were friendly. Thank you we will be back soon
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Superb292 Reviews 4.5
The Posh Partridge Cafe
29 High E St, DorchesterSpur of the moment stopover in Dorchester for breakfast- and what a gem. The menu is simple but covers such a variety on the dishes they offer. We had the cheese and mushroom omelette/ filled the plate and the belly! Along with the salmon on toast with tomato- wonderful.
They say they are dog friendly and they are- and so kind to us humans as well.
Breakfast and then a wander- perfect start to the day x
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Superb41 Reviews 4.7
The Martyrs Inn
49 Main Rd, Tolpuddle, DorchesterJust stopping by for a pint is always nice, friendly, welcoming but cycling from Affpuddle church on a Sunday for the carvery is off the scale! The place has been transformed since the village took it over, it’s a joy!
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Superb70 Reviews 4.6
Victoria Hotel
Dagmar Rd, DorchesterI can't say a bad word about this place.
Staff, people, food absolutely brilliant.
Even though I play Pool for this venue for League and Interleague.
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Superb37 Reviews 4.7
Potters Cafe Bistro
19 Durngate St, DorchesterBit of a squeeze, but we managed to get a pushchair in. Staff and food are both amazing. Great ambience and fireplace. They even made me a special baguette to meet my dietary requirements - not much effort but very appreciated. Will always eat here when we visit Dorchester.
Wheelchair accessibility: Possible, but a big challenge.
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Superb59 Reviews 4.6
Sydney Arms
11 Bridport Rd, DorchesterA beautiful hotel near the Dorchester town centre. The room was nice and clean, the bed was super comfortable, and the facilities were perfect. A fantastic night's stay! I will most definitely book again.
Thank you to the staff at The Sydney Arms for their amazing service. 10/10.
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Superb59 Reviews 4.6
The Blue Raddle
9 Church St, DorchesterA proper pub. Excellent, home cooked food. Excellent beer. Interesting decor with some humour including Private Eye front pages. May not be attractive to young ones who can't entertain themselves. Highly recommended. Bookings advisable if eating, especially on weekends.
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Superb35 Reviews 4.7
Callaway's Fish & Chips
14 Fordington Grn, DorchesterWow! We grabbed lunch here on a stroll around the town and were blown away how good this is. All fish and chips is NOT the same — and Callaway’s are superb. Food delicious, friendly service, great prices. What a find! Not to be missed if you’re in Dorchester.
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Superb52 Reviews 4.6
The Three Compasses
9 The Sq, Charminster, DorchesterGreat pub cosy beer garden, Sun trap ?
Always has good music on. Probably the best pub in dorset for live music. Good prices on the drinks. Great service ?
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Superb30 Reviews 4.7
PiP Café and Meeting Hub
St John Way, DorchesterWe had the homemade quiche which was delicious. The smoothie was mango pineapple and kiwi and it was probably the nicest one I've ever had. My son had a vanilla milkshake which he said was very nice.
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Superb45 Reviews 4.6
Bombay Nights
10 High E St, DorchesterWe had a take away from here yesterday, decided to collect, was ready on time - food was excellent, vegetable Ceylon, Chicken Dansak and Pasanda Chicken Tikka with coconut rice and peshwari Nan. Large portions, we're heating our leftovers for dinner tonight :) Thank you!
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Superb28 Reviews 4.7
Bonjour
4 Babeny Walk, Poundbury, DorchesterGreat little coffee shop! Stopped here on way to Durdle Door for coffee & ended up eating too. Staff were really friendly, welcoming & chatty. Food was really good & coffee was just what we wanted. Good pricing too & lovely environment. Thanks
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Superb27 Reviews 4.7
Walnut Grove
25 Durngate St, DorchesterA great cafè and restaurant in the heart of Dorchester. We recently went to the American evening meal, very tasty and good fun.
Lovely people, very friendly and good service.
Highly recommend this place
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Superb75 Reviews 4.5
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