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This is a little known secret of the Purbecks, every bit as good as the best hotel restaurants in Wareham and Corfe that are more expensive and much harder to book. The dishes on the simple menu are all first rate (well done, chef!), wine choice great, service excellent and the terrace view outside on a summer evening to die for. In the winter, snug too, with a fire in the lounge for those who arrive early.
Kanahaukka . 2024-11-01
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Lovely views from lounge and restaurant. Very prompt and personal service from the restaurant staff. Delicious food especially the ribeye steak. Great place to celebrate a birthday!
david c . 2024-08-21
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We stayed for 5 nights near Durdle Door and this was without doubt our favourite place to eat during our holiday. The location was lovely (if the weather had been better we would have enjoyed after dinner drinks on their terrace in the sun). Everything we eat and drank was delicious and we'll definitely be going back again.
Greenqueen80 . 2024-08-15
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We were after some higher end food and wine after eating mainly pub grub during our stay in West Lulworth. The scallops and pork medallions were especially nice. Not cheap, but sometimes you get what you pay for. Would recommend booking as it is a relatively small venue, and will definitely be returning when we are in the area again!
billygun1966 . 2023-09-26
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Not obvious where to park, and a bit of a climb to get to the restaurant. But worth it for a lovely, relaxed meal in a quiet setting especially for couples. Views from the windows. Attentive staff, everything excellent. Best crime brûlée ever!
Ste_NJ . 2023-08-08
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Beautiful and well presented meal, which was full of flavour. Staff very friendly and attentive. A very enjoyable unrushed evening.
Karen D . 2023-08-07
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If you are either travelling in the area or staying at the hotel, do not miss out on this delightful restaurant. We enjoyed breakfast and dinner twice during our stay at the hotel. The service and food were outstanding. We recommend trying the scallops and locally sourced seafood and fish dishes, as we did. The scallops, lobster, and fish were cooked to perfection. The duck was lovely: pink and juicy. We had cheesecake and crême brulé for dessert paired with an absolutely amazing dessert wine. We fully recommend it.
Ines A . 2022-06-01
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We stayed one night in this boutique hotel located a short walk from stunning Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door. We paid £200 for B&B. The terrace has scenic views over the village, church and tranquil countryside. Quintessential rural England. Our room ‘Seaside’ was bright, light, comfortable and spacious. Although the shower room was none of these, it was adequate. Dinner and breakfast were good, service friendly and efficient. Wifi and parking were free.
afcok . 2022-05-28
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Lovely hotel with very cheerful and friendly staff. Food top notch. Ideal base for Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door and of course the rest of the Isle of Purbeck.
Cheekydevil . 2020-11-04
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Stayed 3 nights at Limestone Hotel at Lulworth Cove and overall enjoyed our stay and were lucky with the weather.Staff were mainly friendly and the food was good at both dinner and breakfast.We found our room (Library) rather small with no chair and the bathroom was also small with a shower cubicle which we found difficult with washing ones self being so small.. The water pressure was good and plenty of hot water.Bed was comfortable and everything else was ok for a short stay.Each room had its own parking space although it could be difficult for those with large cars.Tables were spaced out due to Covid and everybody observed the current rules.We were aware that we were booking one of the smaller rooms and priced at £160 b&b we were quite happy.
Les B . 2020-10-17
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We stayed in Lulworth to go walking, Unfortunately Storm Alex had other ideas and after a very wet day walking to Swanage. We walked down from our bnb in the rain to the Limestone.The menu was varied and the octopus and venison were outstanding . The staff were knowledgeable and we had some excellent wine to complement the meal.Great find and we will definitely come again on a dry day !
Susan C . 2020-10-06
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A small restaurant in a hotel - we stayed in B&B about 5 mis walk away. Good covid measures; tables distanced, staff keeping distance etc. Food was really very good. We focused on fish and found it very nicely cooked with very good accompaniments. Not quite Michelin level but close. It takes a very good chef to do fish well. Best meal of our holiday, would certainly go again.
Broaden-the-mind . 2020-09-20
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Excellent meal, in a wonderful setting with views over the surrounding countryside, good choice of wines and cocktails, all reasonably priced. Food was a high standard, and attentive service made the evening very relaxing and thoroughly enjoyable.
Mark H . 2020-09-14
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Away from the crowds in Lulworth, this hotel restaurant was just 5 minutes from the cottage we were staying, up a steep slope to outdoor predinnner drinks and covid friendly spacing in the restaurant. Scallops starters were excellent, crusty haddock could have been a bit more crusty, lobster thermadore didn't disappoint. Crumble tasted divine but could have been crunchier.
48PaulK48 . 2020-08-05
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We stayed in the Garden suite with our two dogs. The room was well equipped, spacious and had the convenience of a door directly onto the lawn and direct access to the front of the hotel without the need to walk the dogs through the main entrance. The staff were very attentive and welcoming, taking care of our needs.Breakfast has a good range of options including smoothies, cereals, pastries, toast, cooked options, fruit and fruit juices. I particularly liked the coffee and the Full English.The bar was always open when we needed a drink and the local bubbly is highly recommended.It is a quiet location allowing us to rest well. I would recommend this hotel.
philipr910 . 2020-03-05
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This was a real treat!! The staff were fantastic throughout the evening. The food was exceptional. 6 starters mains and desserts and everything was fresh, hot and delicious. Would highly recommend this restaurant.
Sue P . 2020-02-24
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We had two fantastic meals at Limestone, the staff were friendly and attentive. The fish we had on both occasions was perfectly cooked and delicious, I had the pork on the second visit which was also cooked very well, it was succulent and juicy accompanied with Parmesan and pancetta mash which complimented the pork perfectly. If we visit Lulworth Cove again, we will definitely dine here again.
Q9602HBmartinr . 2019-11-20
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We had an early evening meal here after time spent at Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door. I believe it was Elaine and Gareth who served us (not 100% now). They were very attentive and looked after us extremely well. Highlights were the scallops, rosemary pork and white chocolate cheesecake. Would recommend and visit again if back in the area!
Tim2592 . 2019-10-09
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This restaurant is spectacular, it sits quite high up so on your way up the ramp you can take in the views. It's a very intimate experience, as they only have a few tables, so booking is a must. There is a lounge area where you can have a drink before/after your meal which was perfectly set out. The food was second to none, we had the scallops and crab to start, followed by the lobster and catch of the day. The chef even came out to speak with us and to ask how our meal was, which was a real touch. Gareth out waiter, was just superb. 100% recommend.
Jamie-Lee E . 2019-10-09
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I have been to very little restaurants that i’ve wanted to leave as soon as I arrive but this was one of them!!! The restaurant at this hotel stuck out like a sore thumb and the staff just so odd!!! To arrive at a restaurant and be told that one of the main draws on the menu was sold off did completely spoil the experience!! I did, however eat the scallops which were incredible. Otherwise the atmosphere grated, not helped by a large party dominated by one of the guests sharing her birthing details, told like a badge of honour. For the first time ever, my husband didn’t tip. This is totally unheard of but quite frankly summed up the pretentious uncomfortable atmosphere.
Carjohn2 . 2019-08-06
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We were visiting Lulworth Cove without a car and got stuck in a downpour. This restaurant/hotel was close by so we popped in. We must have looked a mess, but they were so welcoming! We had a lovely cup of tea on comfy couches in front of a big bay window looking out over a picturesque country scene. We loved it so much, we came back in the afternoon for tea, cake, and scones before our train to London. All of it was delicious. Plus, they were perfectly okay with us dragging in our luggage and even tried to help us book a taxi to Wool — even though we didn’t stay at the hotel.I honestly don’t expect fancy hotels like this to offer good service to folks who aren’t overnight guests — those places are usually so stodgy and stuck up. But that certainly wasn’t the case here — everyone we interacted with was very welcoming. Would totally recommend this place to folks visiting the area!
carmavilla1989 . 2019-07-30
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Had high hopes but food was ok. Portions were big, my main duck was nice but beans tough and mash not very tasty. The meal was under seasoned. Husband felt main ok, fritters average and pudding not lemony. Just ok really.
oscartime . 2019-07-21
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Great menu but the same every night so only worth one visit a trip to the area. It is popular with those in holiday cottages so booinh essentail and early.
ChimneyCorner . 2019-07-19
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The setting is beautiful as was the food. We both enjoyed the falafel for starter. The steak and duck were yummy mains! The sun was out so we enjoyed puddings on the terrace. A really enjoyable experience and the food really was top notch!
DrJonathanR . 2019-07-12
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Rooms very comfortable and clean. Good food. Staff very friendly. Would definitely return. Hotel within walking distance of cove.
maureensydric . 2019-07-02
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A great welcome to the restaurant, however I was taken aback that on the hottest day of the year there was no air conditioning or at the least any fans. We were brought complimentary bread and oils which was a nice touch. The menu was small which on the one hand means the food is fresh but a bit too limited. I had scallops to start which was very tasty with the pea puree but expensive at £9.50. For mains I had roasted summer vegetable and chickpea ragout, which was nice until the very end when I found a small piece of plastic in my food. I didn't say anything as I didn't want to create a fuss. I agree with the other review there was no atmosphere it felt a bit ostentatious with the type of clientele that go there. It would have been nicer to sit outside in the cool air...
Holly768 . 2019-07-02
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Seriously overpriced and lacking in atmosphere. Menu is quite small and really was not that interesting. Sailors Return the best food by miles!
Linda C . 2019-06-20
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Booked as a couple for a romantic meal and it ticked all the boxes. Nice setting with country views from the patio. Food quality was excellent. We had scallops and local crab to start, both were excellent. Then for main my wife has a very tasty and well balanced halloumi salad, while I has a half-lobster Thermidor. Beautifully presented and the lobster and sauce were beautifully balanced. An outstanding young chef who came out and discussed their dishes with diners at the end of service. I have eaten at Michelin starred venues and in my view this was at that quality but without the faff, pretention and bite sized dishes. Definitely recommended.
Jongip . 2019-06-15
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We received a great reception when we arrived at the hotel and the staff were very keen to help us enjoy our Dinner.
863DavidS863 . 2019-05-26
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Service and food was excellent. I had cod with a curry Purée. My daughter had a vegetarian paella and my wife had a roast chicken with vegetables and a gravy. Everyone loved it. Would definitely head back for more.
545desd . 2019-05-19
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We were lucky that when we went on spec on a Thursday evening they had availability, normally you expect to book in advance. Service was nice and relaxed and food quality very good. Could not resist the cheeseboard to finish. Will certainly eat here next time we are down.
countrylover09 . 2019-05-09
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My husband and I had eaten here previously and had a great meal. We returned this week and was very disappointed with the food and general atmosphere. We had been advised that the restaurant had been renovated moving the bar into the dining room , not sure this was for the customers benefit. Menu choices limited , only had 2 bottles of the local beer and the male waiter had an unfortunate style of customer service. Next time we are Lulworth we will eat elsewhere.
louisa47 . 2019-04-11
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Lovely bar with roaring fire and games. Great cocktails and really cosy atmosphere. Small dining room with delicious food. Highly recommend.
Chloe K . 2019-04-08
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Unexciting food that was too expensive for what it was. One welcoming pleasant waitress, one who might have preferred not to be in the hospitality industry
yam80888 . 2019-03-26
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We dined at Limestone with friends last week to try the new spring menu and to see the recent refurbishments to the dining room and bar. We have dined at Limestone with family and friends at almost every menu change since it's opening, and this new spring menu has to be one of the best! We sat next to the new bar, in the front window seats (table of 4), and we loved the new upgraded furnishings with soft lighting. We ordered starters each and the choices were so tempting that we shared another 2 starters between us - all amazing! The main courses came out, and all four of us commented on the brilliant flavour combinations... some of which we didn't expect to work, but they did! Well done to the whole team for continuing to offer such a relaxed fine dining experience in Lulworth. Also worth mentioning the outstanding wine list AND NEW COCKTAIL MENU! See you again soon :-)
BindonBottom . 2019-03-18
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We have loved this lovely restaurant always found it romantic and with a special atmosphere however we did not expect the changes that have been made this time round it has become more like a cafe awful bench seats down both sides and round tables crammed in.The food is still amazing but totally ruined our special evening .
GoPlaces521813 . 2019-03-09
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This was my birthday, and I thoroughly enjoyed the meal here. Service was friendly and the menu offered a variety of dishes. A lovely evening.
Stitchmaker . 2019-03-06
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We atet here a couple of weeks ago having been twice before on a visit last summer. On those occasions we eat on the terrace with its stunning view and had excellent food. We did go inside and thought the restaurant looked nice. However, the inside room has since had a 'makeover' to what we can only describe as Ikea chic!!! It seems more like a in store cafe and it neither suits the excellent style of the up-market cooking nor the period style of the building. We will certainly eat here again as the food is still outstanding but will wait until the summer when we can eat outside.
. 2019-02-12
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Visited with my daughter we entered the building and no staff in sight just one couple eating in the restaurant. Waited about 5 minutes and a member of staff appeared and took our coats and showed us to our table. We were given some bread and oil but unfortunately my daughter is allergic to blue cheese so could not eat some of it. There were long periods of time when there were no staff to be seen in the restaurant and reception area as disappeared into the kitchen. Food was a little overpriced and there could have been more choice. To be honest I didn’t really enjoy my meal. There was no cosy atmosphere at all tables in two long rows.
. 2019-02-04
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We had a really lovely stay in the Explorer room at Limestone. The staff were very friendly and breakfast was excellent.
. 2019-01-30
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On the pricier end to eat out. However, for the quality of food and service it was actually excellent value for money. It was like being welcomed in to someone's home (who owns an amazing home) with a roaring fireplace and dim lighting throughout, it felt cosy, romantic but also had lots of modern touches to made it very stylish and comfortable. The waiting staff were great, you felt like you being happy made them happy. The chefs there are quite clearly very talented. Everything was perfect, the menu was fabulous, was hard to decide what to have, but whatever you have, it's guaranteed to be wonderful. Presentation and taste both exquisite. Eating at The Limestone was an experience and a real treat.
SouthKenPT . 2018-11-10
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Intimate cosy restaurant within the hotel. Really nice ambience, staff were attentive & friendly and the food was superb. I had the steak & I'm fussy that it's well cooked but not dried out either so asked for medium/well done. The steak was perfect, well cooked but still juicy & succulent.
Les C . 2018-11-08
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Having an aperitif near the fireplace makes for a very good start for every evening ... but Limestone is also about the food!
588jurgenr . 2018-11-04
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Dreadful meal. Also very poor lighting and surfaces walking to /from hotel. Disappointed with non-existence dress code.
susanhelen2018 . 2018-10-26
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Excellent food, wine selection, and staff. Can recommend the steak, duck egg and asparagus, and profiteroles and home made soda bread.
Janette G . 2018-10-09
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We recently stayed at the Limestone Hotel and had dinner on two evenings.
SNIFFERSCAN . 2018-10-03
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If you are looking for excellent food and service in this area, this place will be hard to beat. Reasonable choice with all the produce supplied from local sources, cooked to perfection and served by lovely staff. We enjoyed it so much we booked for a second evening.
micksticks . 2018-09-26
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Booked well in advance as the restaurant is so popular. The menu is wonderfully put together with some beautiful daily specials. Chef Jon came out to get feedback which was really nice. We had the lobster and Dorset cod. Perfectly cooked and flavoured. Book to avoid disappointment!
SiobhanA990 . 2018-09-18
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We have just had dinner at this restaurant and what a wonderful evening it has been. The food was fabulous, the staff very friendly and helpful and the restauarant had a lovely intimate ambience. Don’t visit Lulworth without eating here!
nadiner450 . 2018-09-18
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Best restaurant in West Lulworth . Good food quite rich and filling. Visited twice this week and enjoyed both meals.
barker1948 . 2018-09-16
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My partner and I wanted to go for a bit of an upscale dinner and found this place by chance online. Once we had had a little look at the menu we decided to book a table using their easy online system.
Batty_Anne . 2018-09-16
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We were staying locally at a B&B; and had an evening meal here. Food was great but service a bit slow.
r0siegl0w . 2018-09-14
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We stayed at an Airbnb right next and were wondering where to go for dinner. The Airbnb owner didn't hesitate to recommend this place. And we are so glad she did (thanks Hester).
Kevin D . 2018-09-09
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We recently dined here several times whilst on holiday and on each occasion the food was consistently delicious. We loved the choices on the Specials board especially “Catch of the Day”. The Limestone is really charming and intimate and we cannot wait to return soon.
Fiona C . 2018-09-03
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We headed to Limestone for our last dinner in Purbeck following a recommendation from our hosts. The food and service were both great, however we did feel it was a little over-priced. The highlight was the chef coming out to greet each table at the end of service - which we thought added that personal touch.
Belinda_KS . 2018-08-29
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We had high hopes after reading the glowing reviews but sadly Limestone didn’t live up to expectations. The food was pretty average- the dishes just didn’t seem to gel together. Maybe we just chose badly because the couple next to us couldn’t have been more complimentary.
WarwickshireSuzy . 2018-08-26
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Watching the sun go down with pre dinner drinks, was gorgeous. The food and service matched the setting, thoroughly recommended.
Rob M . 2018-08-23
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We were staying locally and I doubt you will find anything in the area to touch the standard of cuisine and service offered here.
polli396 . 2018-08-16
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This is a must visit in the Lulworth area- a wonderful menu with locally caught seafood and an interesting and seasonal specials board. The staff were perfect for our engagement dinner and you can even buy the unique water jugs used at the restaurant. The restaurant was full and is a nice size, the window seats are particularly nice so worth requesting. Highly recommend.
Ben L . 2018-08-15
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Superbly positioned for the views over village and hills, this restaurant oozes quality.
Barry H . 2018-08-05
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Pulled into car park which had names allocated as for rooms the saw the pathway we had to climb up to hotel, I mean climb, this was not mentioned in details and certainly should be. Incline and steep steps. Found a front door which needs signage saying Reception at least. Once had had the door open the young lady checked us in and puzzle at why we had booked after noon tea. Anyway showed us to garden suite as our room. It was ,lovely and light but the bathroom needs attention. Mirror over toilet!!! Not very useful for mameup or shaving!, needs mirrow where window is. Window seeing through into bedroom and shelf over sink which is surely dangerously low to tap.
ettyspagetti . 2018-07-30
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Rightly has its mantle as the best restaurant in the area.
Bluenose78 . 2018-07-24
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We had booked for 7.00pm arriving a few minutes early having had to park 400 yards away near the church as the car park is reserved for hotel guests. We enjoyed an aperitif on the patio whilst our order was taken. The starters and main courses were very good and efficiently served and well presented. However the restaurant now filled with hotel guests and we seemed to get forgotten. It took 60+ minutes (15 minutes to clear the mains, 15 to order and another 30 to serve) our dessert order and only after chasing up. Coffee wasn’t offered and we had to leave the table to ask for the bill at 9.15. In summary good food but the priority seemed to be on the hotel guests and not really geared (parking so far away) or interested in non residents. Sorry the hour + trying to get a dessert really took the edge off our evening.
TLPaul . 2018-07-09
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Set in a lovely location and has stunning views of the local landscapes. The food itself was very fresh which made the produce especially fish nice to eat, but a bit confused on some dishes that didn’t make sense. Feels like it’s trying too hard to be fine dining where if they stripped back some of elements that were attempting to be fancy and missing the mark, then it could be a good restaurant. Service was good and attentive
Jaz P . 2018-07-08
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We booked and recommend doing so as this is a small restaurant. We enjoyed an aperitif outside before our meal and had three courses which cost about eighty pounds, excluding drinks. The food was beautifully presented and excellent. The homemade bread was absolutely delicious. The main reason we gave four instead of five is that we felt like the courses came very quickly one after the other. This may be in response to some of the previous criticism of long waits.
DINKEtravellers . 2018-06-25
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Another 3 most enjoyable evening meals at Limestone, thanks to Dasha and her staff. Lovely food, atmosphere and great service, we couldn't ask for more. Looking forward already to returning later in the year, our tables booked already!
chrisA2528JM . 2018-06-23
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Excellent meal and service Staff friendly and attentive without being intrusive Food fresh and well presented
Kathryn640 . 2018-06-18
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Visited this lovely hotel/restaurant twice on our week stay over. Would rate it the best food in the area. Very friendly and helpful staff, even suggesting local places to visit.
77edithw . 2018-06-18
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We ate here on the recommendation of our excellent B&B; (Bindon Bottom) only a short walk away, and on Trip Advisor reviews. We were not disappointed. The front terrace offers a lovely setting for pre-dinner drinks and the restaurant is relatively small so you can enjoy your meal without excessive background noise but still with a good atmosphere. It follows that you should book ahead to guarantee yourself a table. The only slot available for us when we booked was 1830 but that suited us anyway. The staff are smartly dressed, attentive without being pushy, and very friendly. Our food was excellent, and there is a good specials selection available. We skipped starters, as normal for us. My fillet steak was very well cooked (the chef willingly gave me an alternative sauce as I am not a fan of Béarnaise) and my wife thoroughly enjoyed her Crab, Scallops and Prawn Gratin. I recommend the Minervois wine, a sensibly priced and pleasant wine. Desserts were nice too – a custard tart special for me and the fresh berries for my wife. Overall this was a very enjoyable meal in pleasant surroundings and was a pleasant change from the local pub grub. We will definitely eat here again if we return to this area
Helpyouandhelpme . 2018-06-17
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My friend & I having been going to Limestone for several years and we love everything about it. The staff are wonderful and nothing is too much trouble. Beautiful location.
Karen B . 2018-06-05
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We had dinner here twice whilst enjoying a week in West Lulworth as part of my wife's birthday celebration. What a superb restaurant. The service was very friendly and efficient, the setting is a treat and the bar and restaurant well thought out and welcoming.
Alan J . 2018-06-02
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Dinner here was wonderful. The service is friendly, the food is amazing and the setting is perfect. The place is really nicely furnished and we enjoyed a drink in the bar before our meal. The dining room is calm and tasteful. A French chef really knows how to bring food to it’s best.
Louise F . 2018-05-30
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My 4th visit - appreciate the 3-4 vegetarian choices - restaurant gets busy so ensure you book ahead. Friendly staff, food is good quality and tasty and worth every penny. Best place to eat in West Lulworth.
OnSafariAgain . 2018-05-28
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We dined at the Limestone on Friday evening and had a wonderful meal. All the food was beautifully cooked and presented and the service relaxed but efficient. The scallops starter was especially good. Two of our party then had lobster which was lovely although we thought the large salad that it was served with was an odd choice of accompaniment, which did not quite seem right. Not a huge problem due to the amount of food served, just an observation. The other steak was very good and was followed by a delicious creme brûlée.
Claire L . 2018-05-28
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Food was of excellent quality, however the service although very friendly was very slow. Not expecting fast service but over 2 hours for 2 courses seemed extreme.
Shaun67HN . 2018-05-23
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The menu is fairly small but has a good selection including vegetarian options.
Mark0751 . 2018-05-12
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A meal 2 remember. Great service. Great food ........ lovely setting & well looked after Starters exceptional Main courses delicious ..... Deserts selection looked tempting but no need as we were full Presentation from start to finish excellent Value ? - reasonable for quality but...
christopher s . 2018-05-07
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We ate here this evening, whilst on holiday in Durdle Door. The building and grounds of the Limestone are beautiful The staff were welcoming and friendly Nice bar area Really nice ambience and spotless Inviting menu, but dessert was a disappointment and two other diners...
pragueophile . 2018-04-30
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After a wonderful but very wet and rainy visit to Durdle Door, we were looking for someplace to warm up. Limestone is only five minutes from Durdle and located in a small and very scenic village with thatched roofs. The cream tea was excellent - they baked the scones for our order, so the scones were still steaming when we broke them in half! The clotted cream was scrumptious and the garnish of a handful of fresh strawberries, blueberries and raspberries was a nice addition. Highly recommend stopping here after Durdle Door.
TheIncidentalCritic . 2018-04-28
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Booked an early eveing meal - it was delicious! Service excellent and friendly. Cannot fault it. Fresh local produce and Seafood, best restaurant in the area. Treat yourself.
Kski . 2018-04-19
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Très bonne surprise à Lulworth où nous sommes arrivés dans un restaurant avec un cadre intimiste, classe et raffiné. Très...
Claire R . 2018-04-11
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Had a lovely early evening meal with our fussy little ones. No specific children’s menu but staff went out of their way to put some options together for them. All very happy with the food. Lovely view over village and hills, particularly when we visited...
Tony083 . 2018-04-06
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Superb meal at this restaurant. Attractive restaurant area with attentive and friendly staff. Book in advance vital.
HughTaunton . 2018-03-31
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Both my Mum and myself had a seafood starter and main consisting of scallops and crab .... It was wonderful. A lovely expeience.
Sam814 . 2018-03-28
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Whilst staying in Lulworth Cove for four nights, we decided to book an evening meal on the Friday at the number 1 restaurant in the area. With such good reviews we were expecting a fabulous meal.. we were very disappointed. On arrival at 7.45pm for...
Terri F . 2018-03-25
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Delicious meal. Great service and lovely atmosphere. Highly recommend but book early as it's popular.
tans12 . 2018-03-21
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Great food and friendly service in lovely surroundings. A nice touch was that the Chef came out and asked if we had enjoyed the meal.
EdwardWarner . 2018-03-18
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Tucked away at the top of a flight of steps but worth the climb The local venison was to die for all washed down with a great wine Friendly and knowledgable staff
tony11055 . 2018-03-18
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We ate here two night on the coldest nights of winter. There was a very welcoming open fire and very attentive bar staff. Great menu and specials board. The food was beautifully presented and tasted amazing. A good wine list and a nice touch with...
Lorna J . 2018-03-03
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Had a great experience for dinner here. We could only get a relatively late booking, but the staff were friendly and made us feel very relaxed,
PestfromBuda . 2018-03-01
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We came here for dinner while staying at Lulworth lodge (the sister hotel). Service and dinner was absolutely lovely. Each time we have been here it’s always been fab. We would thoroughly recommend we can’t wait to visit again
Rachel S . 2018-02-11
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We ate and also stayed for two nights at the Limestone hotel in August Super experience especially with their fresh fish straight off the quay each morning. My favorite was the scallop starter. Also very friendly, well trained staff.
Cyril D . 2018-01-02
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Attentive service, delicious food and the perfect setting. We treated ourselves to dinner here as we couldn't book in for a stay. The hotel is beautiful, set on a slight hill overlooking the gorgeous surroundings. Staff were helpful, courteous and knowledgeable. Food was fresh and cooked well (we had scallops, fish and steak) While the meal was extremely enjoyable the price was a little on the expensive side, hence the 4 stars, but it was a great evening and rounded off the perfect weekend.
LondonHolidayBlues . 2018-01-01
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I came to lulworth for a short break and discovered this amazing restaurant all over again! The chef just keeps getting better and better, he clearly takes a lot of care and effort over the dishes. I always worry when food comes out within minutes of it being ordered as I really expect freshly cooked food when eating out. The scallops in particular were to die for and the lobster thermador was also spot on. I will continue to return to this place and recommend anyone to give it a go, you will not be disappointed.
Dhirindar B . 2017-12-25
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Service from the staff was exemplary and it was a pleasure to be served by them.
Ciaran R . 2017-12-16
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On a freezing cold December evening we were shown into the bar for pre dinner drinks around the open fire,(most welcoming). The waitress brought us the menu and specials board and gave us a full description of each meal,after ordering we were then taken through to the restaurant.
Colinda77 . 2017-12-11
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Ended up eating here for three nights on our 3 day break to the Cove. Great food and a good menu options and super service from the waiting team
Brian R . 2017-12-03
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The venue is romantic and the service excellent.
Discover Y . 2017-11-26
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Had an excellent evening meal here recently when staying nearby in West Lulworth. The staff were very welcoming and helpful without being intrusive. The menu is not large but there’s something for every taste on it plus there was a ‘specials’ board for the daily recommendations. The dining room is well laid out so that it never seems too crowded. Only thing I didn’t like (although I wouldn’t mark the restaurant down for it because it didn't affect the taste of the food) was that the desserts were served on a sort of slate thing. I know that this is a fashionable thing to do but I personally prefer a proper plate to eat from. Apart from that very minor grumble, this is definitely a place to enjoy a lovely meal at a reasonable cost.
186284Liz . 2017-11-18
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Thoroughly enjoyed our last dinner in West Last Lulworth. We arrived about 30 minutes early and had cocktails in the bar. Thankfully the server notified us that there was only 1 lobster special left so we were able to pre-order it! We shared it as an appetizer - delicious, succulent local lobster with garlic butter and potatoes. Our mains were just as tasty, including my "catch of the day" sea bream, accompanied by leek and garlic risotto. We were too full for a rich dessert so instead opted for the light and refreshing gin and pink grapefruit sorbet. As dinner was winding down, the head chef came out to introduce himself and ask about our meal. Definitely the stand-out dinner of our three nights here!
yygrrl . 2017-11-11
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