Diners' Choice: Kid-friendly restaurants in Dorset

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Updated June 05, 2025

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La Trattoria

4.7

4.7 (1041)

£26 to £40

Italian

Swanage

About the restaurant

La Trattoria is a family run Italian restaurant specialising in seafood. Gerry and Louise Forte opened La Trattoria in 1970 and since then, it has been run by the family.

During the current Coronavirus outbreak there are restrictions in place, please read them on our website and make yourself aware of them.

Despite the current situation, we are now open again and hope to welcome you soon.

Top review

William

Dined 2 days ago

Highlights were the quality of the food; speed and attentiveness of the service and friendliness too. Downsides are the expense; £12.50 for a Limoncello spritze is a bit high as was £18.95 for a Pizza. The ambience in the window section isn’t that great as it’s a bit cramped and by the door. Overall though his is still the best meal that we have had in the two weeks we’ve been on holiday.

Turks Head Weymouth

4.6

4.6 (131)

£25 and under

Pub

Weymouth

About the restaurant

Located in Chickerell town in Dorset, The Turk's Head Inn is a traditional family friendly pub along the coast of Weymouth. Join us for your favourite fruity tipple and catch-up with friends into the evening or pop by for a fleeting pint or two. No matter the occasion, we can't wait to welcome you. Our full stocked bar, paired with our family garden, The Turk's Head Inn is above and beyond just your average local. From everyone here at The Turk's Head, we look forward to welcoming you.

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Denise

Dined on Jun 5, 2025

Tremendous service at The Turks Head, food delicious and plentiful. Their rump steak was melt in the mouth. I would highly recommend this friendly pub/restaurant and the dog was welcome too.

Quay Inn, Wareham

4.6

4.6 (87)

£25 and under

British

Wareham

About the restaurant

The Quay Inn is set right on the the quay at Wareham overlooking the river Frome, and has been welcoming patrons since it was built in 1747.

In addition to a fantastic array of high-quality local ales, beers, and refreshments, we offer mouth-watering food menus featuring the unique Black Rock grill, along with a variety of traditional snacks and meals. Enjoy top-notch entertainment throughout the year and a warm welcome every day of the week.

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Richard

Dined 4 days ago

Great experience cooking our own steaks on volcanic rock.

Chequers Inn

4.6

4.6 (33)

£25 and under

Gastro Pub

Lytchett Matravers

About the restaurant

Welcome to Chequers Inn, we look forward to serving you soon.
Opening on: 25 March 2025

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Susan

Dined on Jun 6, 2025

Good food lovely refit and helpful staff. Highly recommend excellent lunch menu to include drink for 12 pound. Will return to try that out soon.

The Countryman Inn

4.5

4.5 (518)

£25 and under

Pub

Dorchester

About the restaurant

Soak up our friendly service and homely charm when nestled in the impressive roadside pub located in the hamlet of East Knighton. Here at The Countryman Inn, we are the perfect retreat to sit back, relax and indulge in our delicious food with the perfect drink in hand. Our traditional pub classics are expertly crafted from our seasonal menus and the bar is crammed with local ales and tipples to tempt any taste buds. Using the most seasonal ingredients and decadent flavours, there's a dish for every desire. Turn your fleeting visit into a welcomed stay by resting your head in one of our Nine ensuite rooms. All decorated with cosy interiors and homely touches you'll be able to unwind in comfort and enjoy the relaxing atmosphere in a home away from home.

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Derek

Dined 3 days ago

Very friendly very nice atmosphere very good food Excellent value

Spice Ship

4.4

4.4 (325)

£25 and under

Pub

Weymouth

About the restaurant

Soak up our friendly service and homely charm when nestled in the coastal village of Preston. With Bowleaze Cove a mere 20 minutes stroll away, the Spice Ship is the ideal pit stop to book end a day, simply sit back, relax and enjoy our delicious menu with your favourite drink in hand. We're proud to offer a menu packed with the most appetising dishes. Our passion for taking traditional pub classics and making them the best around by using the most decadent of ingredients, makes every meal served have you coming back time and time again!

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Christine

Dined on May 28, 2025

The room was lovely and the food was really nice. A great place to stay. The landlord and staff were very friendly. I would definitely recommend staying here.

Hive Beach Cafe

4.4

4.4 (915)

£25 and under

Seafood

Bridport

About the restaurant

Iconic coastline, fantastic food
Serving fresh, locally and ethically sourced produce, focusing on fish and seafood, lovingly prepared to our customers from near & far.
The Hive Pavilion with wrap-around patio & a seasonal addition of the Top Marquee each offering far-reaching sea views and evening sunsets to each table.
Check in on arrival will be at the front desk in our main marquee. Please note at peak times there may be a slight delay on arrival for your table. Booked tables will be available for the time you have reserved, early access will not be permitted.

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PETER

Dined 3 days ago

The food was very good quality and service good too -they were well resourced for the number of diners given how busy the café is. The ambience - and the views - vary according to the seating area there are three - the main part of the cafe,, the mid-terrace more relaxed and the "indoor area at the top.

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4.4

4.4 (239)

£25 and under

Pizza Bar

Bridport

About the restaurant

Iconic Coastline. Fantastic Food.

one of "the top 20 of the UK’s best seaside restaurants, cafes and shacks! - The Guardian
Serving fresh, locally and ethically sourced produce, lovingly prepared to our customers from near & far.

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Steve

Dined on May 24, 2025

All good no issues and really good pizzas all round

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Experience

Bottomless Brunch

The Restaurant at Knoll House

4.2

4.2 (482)

£26 to £40

Contemporary British

Swanage

About the restaurant

With a focus on fine Anglo-French food and a traditionally English atmosphere, our restaurant offers a selection of dishes prepared from the freshest ingredients. The dress code is smart casual, and you can join us for breakfast from 8-9:45am and dinner from 6-8:30pm.

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Barry

Dined on May 31, 2025

Beautiful restaurant with great staff and excellent and good value food.

Lore of the Sky

4.2

4.2 (64)

£25 and under

Barbecue

Shaftesbury

About the restaurant

Perched within the historic Compton Abbas Airfield, Lore of the Sky is a bold new smokehouse restaurant from Guy Ritchie’s team.

Set in the heart of Cranborne Chase Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this is where aviation heritage meets Texas-style barbecue. Whether you’re watching vintage Spitfires take flight or soaking in the panoramic views over Shaftesbury, Lore of the Sky offers an unforgettable dining experience and less than an hour from the Jurassic Coast.

Our menu is a celebration of deep flavour and smokehouse tradition. Crafted by Head Chef Alex Brown, each dish—from oak-smoked pork belly to loaded nachos and rich jackfruit burgers—is smoked on-site using the legendary J&R Oyler Smoker, the first of its kind in the UK.

With every bite, you’ll taste our commitment to quality, locally sourced ingredients, and fire-powered finesse.

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Andrew

Dined 1 day ago

Great food and a very nice atmosphere. Staff were very considerate and helpful.

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