Diners' Choice: Great for scenic views restaurants in Dorset

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Updated June 05, 2025

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The Anchor Inn

4.8

4.8 (825)

£25 and under

British

Bridport

About the restaurant

You'll find us nestled snugly right on Seatown Beach, hidden along one of the many coves that litter Dorset's famous Jurassic coastline. Once a smugglers haunt, the pub now serves a seasonal menu with a focus on seafood and fresh local produce.

Complete with wood fires and Palmers award winning ales, the pub is the perfect location to refuel after a day on the coastal path or for a special evening meal with friends or family.

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Nicholas

Dined 4 days ago

A lovely pub, busy and buzzing (but in a good way) with nice seating outside or inside. The menu was interesting with some nice twists on pub classics. lunch options also available. The servers and bar staff were lovely and really went the extra mile to help Us (we had an assortment of aged relatives with us :-). The food was enjoyed , there was a small kitchen ‘oops’ , which the staff sorted out well with no fuss or bother. Lovely place and we will come again. Of note : parking across the road is £8 but keep your receipt and the pub deducts a couple of quid from yr bill to share the cost, which is fair.

Tom's Lyme Regis

4.6

4.6 (849)

£26 to £40

British

Lyme Regis

About the restaurant

Tom's Lyme Regis is a multi award winning restaurant situated on the Lyme Regis seafront offering exceptional views over Lyme Bay. We are dedicated to serving stunning food and delivering outstanding service.
Each dish on our menu has been created using fresh local produce that changes with the seasons providing you with an exciting varied menu focused on bold flavours. Since opening in 2020 we have received several accolades including an AA Rosette in culinary excellence, Jurassic Business Award winners for Best Restaurant and Best Business, & finalists in the prestigious Trencherman's Awards for Best Front of House Team and Best Newcomer.

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Tracy

Dined 4 days ago

We had a fabulous lunch at Tom's as always. The fish stew was delicious and there was a superb gooseberry dessert on the menu. It's refreshing to see an innovative dessert these days and this one was excellent. A wonderful sea view and the option to sit inside or out. Definitely the best place to eat in Lyme Regis.

The Clubhouse West Bexington

4.6

4.6 (457)

£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.
Our Garden Pavilion, patio and relaxing garden area are seasonal additions offering far-reaching sea views and evening sunsets to each and every table.

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Jan

Dined 1 day ago

The menu has changed since we were here last time. I feel not for the better. They no longer have starters to go with the mains. They are now small plates which seems to be for a different audience. It’s a shame as I’ve been eating here over a number of years. The fish of the day wasn’t cooked very well and may not have been fresh. I ended up feeling unwell later in the evening. I won’t be going back.

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Experience

Summer Social - PATIO TABLE

Experience

Summer Social - PAVILION TABLE

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.

Oliveto

4.5

4.5 (2535)

£26 to £40

Italian

Weymouth

About the restaurant

Oliveto brings Italian cuisine from the heart of the owners and Italian Chefs. Using local produce with the finest Italian ingredients the restaurant prides itself on quality food with a difference in a venue which provides an amazing setting. Whilst dining on excellent cuisine you can enjoy panoramic views of Weymouth Bay and the Jurassic coastline in a relaxed and grand setting. Respecting the building's origins as part of the piers bandstand the restaurant's decor nods to the past incorporating art deco features together with modern design. You sense a feeling of luxury as you walk through the doors.

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Diane

Dined 2 days ago

We had a wonderful meal at a table that overlooked the bay.. staff were friendly and efficient.. couldn't have asked for more. Absolutely perfect.. thank you Oliveto

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Popular dish

White Chocolate Cheesecake

4.4

4.4 (1130)

£26 to £40

British

Lyme Regis

About the restaurant

Situated on the beachfront, overlooking the Cobb and the Jurassic Coast, the Harbour Inn offers casual dining for all the family. This well-established family business provides a dining experience to be thoroughly enjoyed by all. Specialising in fresh local fish and meat presented with an imaginative twist. We look forward to welcoming both old and new customers.

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Vincent

Dined 6 days ago

Superb food and great friendly service, thank you very much.

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Harbour Inn Bouillabaisse

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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