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The Old Inn Holt

The Old Inn is a traditional country pub in the heart of the idyllic village of Holt. Situated…

Key West Bar and Grill

Unrivalled panoramic views across Bournemouth Bay and located at the end of Bournemouth Pier. Key…

Symondsbury Kitchen

Symondsbury Kitchen pride themselves in growing their own salad, vegetables, edible flowers and…

The Boat That Rocks

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.

Dorset loves local!

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!

Take a break!

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!

No extra charge for the spectacular scenery!

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!

Treats for your four legged friend!

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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The Pear Tree

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Sherborne

The Pear Tree Deli and Cafe is a must visit destination in Sherborne. Offering a varied range of goodies to tempt the taste buds. Plenty of local products and a friendly licensed cafe all under one roof. Be it Breakfast, Lunch, cakes or a drink we…
Cilla & Camilla

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Beaminster

You'll find a café with a lovely courtyard sun-trap and views of Beaminster church inside this large gift, homeware and clothes shop. Find the cafe inside a beautiful listed mellow-stone building directly on Beaminster Square. The business also have…
Thyme After Time Cafe & Catering

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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…
The Salt Pig Too

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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.
The Frampton Arms

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Pub/Inn

DORCHESTER

*Food to match the best restaurants in the area* using locally sourced ingredients. Beer Garden available for al fresco dining. Contactless payment accepted
Poppins Cafe Restaurant

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Dorchester

‘Poppins’ has proved to be one of the most popular family restaurant chains in the UK with 37 busy Town Centre Restaurants stretching from Worcester to Bexhill on sea. Although ‘Poppins’ is now a nationally recognised name, all the restaurants are…
Hendover Cafe

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Dorchester

Great cafe offering a fantastic spread of tasty treats to home cooked delicious breakfasts and lunches with friendly welcoming staff. Has both inside and outside seating.
Coast Coffee

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CHRISTCHURCH
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- Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2020
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…
Pic-Nick

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Sandwiches & Snacks

DORCHESTER

*Now open for takeaways* - Friendly, independent sandwich bar, priding itself on using local produce and producing homemade tasty food on a daily basis. Rolls and baguettes made fresh to order, pre-orders taken on 01305 251041 for collection.…
Kafe Fontana

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Sherborne

Licensed cafe restaurant serving tea, coffee and food for most dietary needs. Open 9am to 5pm 6 days a week.
Oliver's Coffee House

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Tea Room/Coffee Shop

Sherborne
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- Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2020
Coffee, cake, sandwiches, cold drinks and gelato in the centre of historic Sherborne. Open for takeaway and dining-in.
Dot.Teas Vintage Tea Boutique

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Tea Room/Coffee Shop

Bournemouth

Freshly prepared, traditional afternoon tea. Most dietary requirements can be catered for such as gluten free, dairy free, vegan and vegetarian.
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1265 reviews
La Trattoria and Fortes Cafe Tratt

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SWANAGE

Fortes Cafe Tratt is open during the day for coffee, drinks, snacks, breakfasts and lunches. La Trattoria is open evenings for atmospheric dining a la carte or fixed price menu.
Seventh Wave

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Café

SWANAGE
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- Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2020
Restaurant, bar and café now open daily, located within Durlston Castle, Durlston Country Park. Takeaway or eat in either in our spacious dining area or outside on our large wrap around terrace, views towards the Isle of Wight and Old Harry Rocks.…
The Velo Lounge

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WOOL, Wareham
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- Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2020
Cycle Coffee Shop based on the popular National Cycle Network Route 2 stretching from East Sussex to Plymouth.
Hot & Sweet

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Dorchester

Amazing freshly-prepared food awaits you at Hot & Sweet, your local cafe, from delicious breakfasts and lunches to wonderful home made cakes and deserts.
All served up with very friendly service and a smile : )
Baboo Gelato - Weymouth

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Take Away

The Promenade, WEYMOUTH
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- Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2020
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…
Suttons Coffee Shop

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British

WEYMOUTH

*2020 Travellers' Choice Award* Takeaway Service – collection only, Contactless payment, Outside seating, Eat Out to Help Out. Year after year Suttons proudly receives the 5 star rating from TripAdvisor advising that we are in the Top 10% of…
The Old Tea House

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Tea Room/Coffee Shop

Dorchester

Come on in and relax in The Old Tea House, enjoy your drinks, snacks and meals in comfort. Built in 1635, The Old Tea House in Dorchester Dorset is the oldest freestanding house in the county town! A tea house since 1902 with tradional "old english"…
The Pantry Cafe

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Café

DORCHESTER

Now open for table service and takeaway. An independent family run café providing home cooked food and cakes and GREAT coffee. Toasties, Salads, Jacket Potatoes, Cooked Breakfasts, Sandwiches, Scones, Ice Creams and much more...

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