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Deus Ex Machina -The Lodge Of Heavy Leisure, Bournemouth, Dorset

Deus Ex Machina -The Lodge Of Heavy Leisure

4.7 (82)
£25 and under
Unspecified
23 Argyll Rd, Bournemouth, Dorset BH5 1EB

About this restaurant

  • Good for groups
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Dog-friendly
Welcome to the Lodge of Heavy Leisure, the uk's home of Deus Ex Machina.

The lodge is a place of relaxation and encouraged chaos, built for those on the pursuit of endless fun.

Please keep in mind during the winter months our terrace area might be colder.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Unspecified
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed 8:00 am–3:00 pm Thu 8:00 am–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 8:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 82 people are saying

Deus Ex Machina -The Lodge Of Heavy Leisure reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.7
4.7 based on all time ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseEnergetic

82 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Dorset1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely atmosphere great food.. attentive staff. The only thing I would say is it was quite cold in the side bar but the staff popped the heaters in when we mentioned it.

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  2. Bella82

    London11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best roast around, everything was incredible, especially the roast potatoes! Shame we have to wait until next autumn/winter for the return, although it’ll be worth the wait! Can’t wait to enjoy the summer menu in the meantime.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Dorset1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always amazing service, well and truly looked after. Food is top notch, on the slightly pricier side but worth it!

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago / Illinois5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really tasty Sunday roast. Lovely relaxed atmosphere and fantastic service. My granddaughter has a severe peanut allergy and they handled it beautifully, explaining that they would inform the chef and as each course came out they informed us of the exact content of her meal. All done in a friendly but very professional manner. So refreshing to be met with a “it’s no big deal” sort of approach rather than the “we don’t really know what’s in the dish” response we receive all too often. We shall not only return but will spread the word ……

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  5. ClareT

    Dorset1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic Sunday lunch, gutted to hear it’s finishing for the summer so making sure we return next weekend for more!

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  6. EmmaP

    Dorset2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I was very impressed with my visit here with friends. The food was delicious.. I recommend the crispy potatoes and fried chicken. Huge, filling portions perfect for sharing. Really friendly, attentive staff. Great atmosphere, especially with the wood fire burning.

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  7. Bella82

    London11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of our locals & our favourite for a variety of reasons, great service, atmosphere but most importantly excellent food!! It’s a shame more places don’t offer this quality. If you’re local, visit asap, if not, make sure it’s on your list to visit when down this way, you won’t be disappointed.

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  8. LynneH

    Essex1 review

    4.0

    Dined on April 14, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Lovely Sunday roast, tasty, delicious roast beef Staff all helpful and pleasant Would recommend

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  9. SuzieS

    Brighton1 review

    4.0

    Dined on April 12, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food, service and venue. Will definitely return. We also took our fairly large dog, which they didn't have a problem with.

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  10. WillFarrow

    Dorset1 review

    4.0

    Dined on April 4, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Came for the Thursday steak night with 2 friends. The steak was delicious and came with a generous serving of fries. The half price wine of the week was a great addition to our meal. Would definitely dine here again.

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Deus Ex Machina -The Lodge Of Heavy Leisure is rated 4.7 stars by 82 OpenTable diners.

  1. Home
  2. United Kingdom
  3. Dorset
  4. Bournemouth
  5. Bournemouth

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23 Argyll Rd, Bournemouth, Dorset BH5 1EB

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Bournemouth
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed 8:00 am–3:00 pm Thu 8:00 am–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 8:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Unspecified
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
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