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Unrivalled panoramic views across Bournemouth Bay and located at the end of Bournemouth Pier. Key…
Symondsbury Kitchen pride themselves in growing their own salad, vegetables, edible flowers and…
Seasons Restaurant at The Eastbury Hotel is a multi award winning 2 AA Rosette restaurant located…
The Old Inn is a traditional country pub in the heart of the idyllic village of Holt. Situated…
The Saxon Arms in Stratton is a village inn offering real ale, great pub food and a hearty welcome.…
Cafe, bar and restaurant situated on Portland Marina, on the stunning Jurassic Coastline. Sit…
In need of somewhere to stop for a while, relax and re-fuel on tasty treats? Well you’ve found it! We have got plenty of cafes and coffee shops to satisfy your hunger!
Whether you are looking for a hearty breakfast, a light lunch or a slice of scrumptious Dorset apple cake with a dollop of clotted cream you’re never too far from a cafe or coffee shop in Dorset.
Many establishments are locally run with many priding themselves on using fresh, seasonal, local ingredients. With meals being freshly prepared and home cooked on the premises you can rest assured that you’ll be treated to some delicious fayre.
Fresh roasted coffee, delicious Denhay bacon rolls….the smell alone will bowl you over!
There’s also plenty of choice if you’re looking for a gluten free treat or have special dietary requirements, nobody will go hungry in Dorset!
There really is nothing better than enjoying a cream tea whilst basking in the Dorset sunshine after a long walk, a thirst quenching long drink after a cycle ride or a cup freshly brewed coffee while reading the paper!
If you’ve shopped til you drop, then give your feet a rest and step inside one of the independent coffee shops on the high street that just ooze charisma and charm. Enjoy a slice of scrumptious homemade cake whilst doing a spot of people watching! With all that walking you’ve done you deserve it!
Many cafes and tea rooms are set in idyllic locations, perfect for sitting and watching the world go by.
Sit on a terrace outside a quaint little café, admire the countryside views and soak in the ambience or relax on the seafront and listen to the distant waves crashing as you tuck into your lunch or sip at your hot chocolate.
The Coast Restaurant in Purbeck boasts commanding views over the bay; why not pay them a visit and sample their range of filter coffees from around the world?
The stunning backdrop of the breath taking cliffs at West Bay provides the perfect setting to enjoy superb food made from the very finest local produce at the Watch House Cafe. Delicious food in a delightful setting, what could be better than that!
If you’ve been on a nice long walk with your furry friend in tow then no doubt you’ve worked up a bit of an appetite, so surely a quick pit-stop to re-fuel is necessary!
Under the Greenwood Tree Cafe is located in the Hardy’s Birthplace Visitor Centre right on the edge of Thorncombe Woods and is a great place to stop after a long walk. Your dog is more than welcome in the café and free treats are also provided for them!
So make sure you pop in to one or two (or maybe a few!) cafes and coffee shops from the list below during your visit to Dorset and enjoy some fabulous, tasty, local, fresh home-made food and drink in a perfect setting.
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Restaurant
BOURNEMOUTH
Unrivalled panoramic views across Bournemouth Bay and located at the end of Bournemouth Pier. Key West is open 7 days a week, all year round serving a great tasting, varied menu with something to suit everyone’s taste. Key West’s domed shape is…
Café
Symondsbury, Bridport
Symondsbury Kitchen pride themselves in growing their own salad, vegetables, edible flowers and herbs in their vegetable garden. They also use their home made produce as well as their delicious home made jam, marmalade and chutney. Using both their…
Restaurant
Sherborne
Seasons Restaurant at The Eastbury Hotel is a multi award winning 2 AA Rosette restaurant located in the centre of the beautiful, quaint and historic town of Sherborne in Dorset.
Pub/Inn
WIMBORNE
The Old Inn is a traditional country pub in the heart of the idyllic village of Holt. Situated close to the historic town of Wimborne Minster, The Old Inn is the perfect destination when you fancy a homemade, traditional pub meal.
Restaurant
PORTLAND
Cafe, bar and restaurant situated on Portland Marina, on the stunning Jurassic Coastline. Sit inside or outside and enjoy the fantastic views across the harbour. Relaxed atmosphere, cool music and a great food menu.
Pub/Inn
Stratton, Dorchester
The Saxon Arms in Stratton is a village inn offering real ale, great pub food and a hearty welcome. Winners of the West Dorset Camra (Campaign for Real Ale) Pub of the Year 2017.
Restaurant
Blandford St Mary
An independent, family-owned brewery, Hall & Woodhouse is right in the heart of Blandford and a great place to eat, drink, tour and shop.
Café
Bridport
The Hive Beach Café is located right on the beach at Burton Bradstock on the Jurassic Coast, with far reaching views across Lyme Bay and Chesil Beach. It's the perfect location to enjoy fresh, local seafood, homemade cakes or just a simple cup of…
Seafood
WEST BEXINGTON
Focusing on fresh local fish and seafood, diners visiting The Club House can expect an upmarket, relaxed interior which boasts a 1930’s 'members club' atmosphere.
Home Delivery
EAST CREECH, Wareham
The Cake House Tea Room is located on a family farm not far from the market town of Wareham and the picturesque village of Corfe Castle. Enjoy a relaxing breakfast, lunch or homemade cake in a beautiful, peaceful rural location. Children will love…
Café
Bridport
Watch House Café is a breezy, easy going café in the heart of West Bay on the stunning Jurassic Coast in Dorset.
Pub/Inn
WEST LULWORTH
*Takeaway service also available* The Castle Inn is family and pet friendly, with outstanding food and service with rooms of character
Tea Room/Coffee Shop
WEYMOUTH
Welcome to Upwey Wishing Well, Water Gardens and Tea Rooms in Upwey, Weymouth! We are open daily serving freshly ground coffee, light bites, lunches and afternoon tea. We offer a daily specials board and are fully licensed. We use fresh, locally…
Café
Stalbridge, STURMINSTER NEWTON
Thyme After Time are a small, family run destination Dorset cafe in the heart of the Blackmore Vale, just on the edge of Stalbridge. They have ready meals, takeaways, proper coffees and drive through evenings available for local food and a cheery…
Café
SWANAGE
The Salt Pig Too is an urban farm shop and cafe in Swanage, with an in-house butchery and fishmongers, as well as a deli.
Café
Bournemouth
A French patisserie with in-house bakery, selling a range of artisan breads, pastries and a savoury range. Freshly baked bread, cakes and savouries ready for collection in Westbourne and Wimborne.
Take Away
West Bay, BRIDPORT
Baboo Gelato is a multi-award winning artisanal ice cream maker based in Bridport, Dorset. We make fifty flavours of ice cream with local, seasonal ingredients. We sell through our seaside kiosks in Lyme Regis, West Bay, and Weymouth and to a…
Take Away
The Promenade, WEYMOUTH
Baboo Gelato is a multi-award winning artisanal ice cream maker based in Bridport, Dorset. We make fifty flavours of ice cream with local, seasonal ingredients. We sell through our seaside kiosks in Weymouth, Lyme Regis and West Bay and to a rapidly…
Café
CHRISTCHURCH
Offering delicious barista coffee served in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Alongside coffee, they offer a wide selection of tasty cakes and made-to-order sandwiches, paninis and breakfasts which are all available to take away. There are always…
Take Away
Bournemouth
*Takeaway Service* - Coffee shop horsebox at entrance to Bournemouth train station on the Asda Supermarket side. Free parking for grab and go.
Locally roasted coffee and milk from their dairy farm in Weymouth, the Little Green Coffee Box is located…
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