seventh wave in Purbeck

We always have lunch here when we visit Swanage and have had some lovely food. Sadly not on this occasion. We ordered crab sandwiches. Served promptly but the bread was dry and stale and the salad garnish was past it's best. Such a shame that more care wasn't the taken especially as they weren't even busy.

We came here first after the beautiful coastal walk anc had yummy hoe made cakes - a pistachio and lemon slice and an almond cherry frangipani slice. We sat in the garden over looking the stunning coast. Plates of gorgeous food were coming out as we sat there and so we decided to come back for brunch. It did not disappoint!! A fully loaded back bacon sandwich with the softest brown bread and for myself avo on sourdough toast with poached eggs and herby tomatoes… so yummy. Perfectly seasoned. Staff were so welcoming and friendly and we can’t wait to go back next time we are here and try the enormous fish (whale) n chips!! Easily the yummiest food in Swanage in the best location, with easy parking, dog friendly and a coastal walk with stunning trees and views. Thank you

Lovely café, serving very good restaurant-quality food. The people in the kitchen know what they're doing! One of our favourite places to eat in Swanage. Lunch is served 12pm until 3:30pm, can be worth eating a bit later to avoid the rush.

Amazing views, tasty food and drink and a beautiful setting in a clifftop castle. You can walk up the staircase to the Belvedere Terrace above for even more amazing views of the Jurassic Coast.

Great menu choices for vegans. Food well presented with friendly and efficient service. Dog friendly both inside and outside the cafe

I visit Durlston Country Park once or twice a year so was already familiar with this beautiful setting. On this occasion my partner and I decided to actually plan a lunch visit to the restaurant so that we wouldn't be in a rush to get anywhere or too late for a meal. We both agreed that the food we had was astonishingly good quality, and hoped that the chef(s) get the recognition they deserve. I can't digest large amounts of starchy food so chose soup and a dressed side-salad - light dishes that are roughly thrown together with basic ingredients in most cafes - but here they are truly exceptional with flavours I could not replicate at home. My partner's fish and chips was also amazingly good quality and clearly made from scratch with freshly caught cod. Being nature-nerds we also enjoy reading the hundreds of names of species found locally that are engraved on panels around this light and airy venue.

I went to Durlston Country Park and only expected to get a cup of coffee but was pleasantly surprised at the variety on the menu and the fact that there were so many gluten free options. As a Coeliac it is often difficult to find...

After a walk on a grotty day this was a real treat. Super view( even when the rain came) very pleasant service and the meal was served smartly. We had Greek salad with side of chips. Super fresh and tasty. And the beer WOW.

A real gem of a place in a great location .Plenty of seating inside and out . All 3 members of staff we dealt with were very helpful , which we really appreciated as we didn’t find Swanage the friendliest of places during our week’s...

Nice quality food cooked well, quite limited menu choices at lunch time , sadly no sandwiches only paninis. The fish & chips and burgers were delicious. The service was really friendly and relaxed, nice views from some windows.

Arrived just after 9.30 on Sunday morning and choice of seats. Lovely and very filling breakfast. I had vegan and my husband the full English. Both delicious. I also had coffee which was excellent. Views amazing. Well worth a visit

Visited here for lunch during the hot spell and were fortunate to get a shaded table outside. Efficient ordering service (albeit a queue had built up by time we left so we didn't order order a further round of drinks). Large fish & chips was...

Very good value for money and the wonderful views of the coast on the balcony are like eating in the middle of paradise. Lunch nemy is OK and food quailty is very good and reasonably priced. Lovely walk on the cost. Will definitely return again...

What a great position overlooking the sea. Excellent for kids, quite strenuous walking for those who struggle through age or disability. Ordered 2x fish N chips - £28! Expected £28 worth, sadly, no! Presentation very poor, just chucked on the plate. Peas were shriveled. Fish...

It’s a few years since we last visited so I phoned the day before to reserve a table and the fish of the day as we know it can get very busy and the fish does sell out quickly. We ordered megrim sole and once...

Really lovely and helpful staff, went above and beyond. I had the gluten free fish and chips which was yummy - just make sure you ask for gluten free as the standard version isn’t. Lovely food, great staff, and stunning views

Visited for lunch, two adults and two children one of whom is Coeliac. Waitress was lovely, very clued up about gluten free with separate fryers etc. All of our food was delicious and excellent value. Would definitely recommend booking as it gets so busy.

If you love nice food, excellent service then visit here because not only will you get both they are delivered in a stunning location.

Any visit to Durlston is not complete without lunch in the Seventh Wave. Best haddock and chips ever. Welcoming friendly staff. High standards of cleanliness and service.

The best, freshest, haddock and chips you can get... Anywhere... Ever. Probably caught that morning. Arrived at table in no time by lovely staff. Only spoilt by some busybody who told me I couldn't have a smoke 100 yards away afterwards!

Excellent Gluten Free Fish & chips, a few other lunch options available. Gluten Free cake options more limited. Reasonable prices. Great spot with lovely views.

We only stopped by to have a tea cake and some hot drinks but they were delicious. We watched other food being served and it looked great! We will definitely return for lunch. There was a break in services between breakfast which I think ended...

We have been here a number of times with both friends and family and have always had really good food. The staff are always polite and helpful. If the weather is good definitely sit outside and enjoy the view, I would suggest booking a table...

Lovely food - fresh and natural ingredients- lovely triple cooked chips. Very friendly service and very polite staff! The winter salad was lovely and cafe has a lovely ambience. We will definately return during this week before we head back to London from Swanage.

New Years Day and I put a pin in the Tripsdvisor map and came up with Swanage. We were very pleasantly surprised at the Seventh Wave cafe. The staff are very friendly, convivial and only too willing to help with anything - yes anything. When...

A fantastic family Christmas Eve breakfast was had at Seventh Wave! We had decided to do all our veg chopping early & reward ourselves with brunch and it really was delicious. I had booked in advance as there were seven of us and Emily kindly...

"Over a soup?" you may ask, and I would reply, "Yes, over a soup - I would give a review like this. But this was no ordinary soup. No, it was so special it had to go on the 'Specials' board! Carrot, Squash, Coconut, and...

Four of us enjoyed excellent meals at the Seventh Wave in Durlston. Three superb fish and chip meals and one very good beef burger. We were extremely well looked after by a delightful waitress (who had only just started working there). The combination of good...

Lunch here today....really lovely. Fish delicious, not dry at all. Sign of a really good chef. Very tasty chips, crisp on the outside, fluffy inside. Alcoholic drinks available. Excellent service, happy staff. Good thing I'd booked a table...very busy. Fabulous views out to sea...overlooking Durlston...

We had dinner at Seventh Wave on Saturday night. We had a wonderful time. The views are stunning. Food was absolutely delicious and service was fantastic! Jodie looked after us very well and made sure our evening was really special. I would highly recommend a...

First time we have visited this restaurant. Such a beautiful location on the cliff overlooking the bay of Swanage at Durlston Country park. Lunchtime very busy they do not take bookings so only just got a table outside. Were warned they were short staffed so...

Came looking for a cafe-type establishment for lunch rather than a full meal. However the soup was excellent and the childrens' burger and chips (whilst a little on dear side) was excellently presented. There were generous portions of chips. The Mocha and cappuccino went down...

Walked up hill from swanage and had a very good breakfast. Lots of choice and staff were very helpful and friendly. Not the cheapest but one of the best breakfasts we had. Well done

Really accommodating and quickly found a place and rushed an order to kitchen before 4pm cut off for food. Vegan option was pasta which I wouldn't normally bother with whilst eating out but it was really good with banging sauce, aubergines olives and plenty of...

As a local I regularly walk my dog in the area and come here for a quick snack and lovely coffee with the best view in town . The staff are all very friendly and are all working their socks off in what is still...

Stopped off for some afternoon tea. Unfortunately they were short staffed and it took quite a while to be seated. I ordered tea and cake, but when it arrived my cake was stale. They did replace with a different fresh cake, but they keep the...

Not good for elderly people Some staff very friendly and helpful some not so much Food tasted great.

Despite the pressures that the staff are under here in these difficult times, this place was excellent. Everyone was super friendly and helpful and the menu choices were great. Food could have been a bit warmer, but it was enjoyable nevertheless. Big thank you to...

This is a beautiful restaurant at the edge of Durlston Country Park , Swanage , along the South west coastal path. The views, atmosphere and food was excellent. The restaurant shuts early so check the timings . We did not book and were luck to...

Visited the cafe whilst on a family holiday to dorset. The cafe itself is lovely and amazing views for lunch however apart from one staff member the service wasn’t great with staff looking like they didn’t want to be at work or working with customers....

Sensational views for breakfast after an early morning walk along the south coast path and back on the top path. Good full English and very generous avocado toast There was a Queue by the time we left.

Went here yesterday, And we all had breakfast, 2 of us VEGAN. And the brekkie was lovely! I Can not pick fault at anything! Dog friendly too. The setting AMAZING. Lovely walk along the path. Lovely nature.. But the biggest compliment is to the STAFF"...

Very good service during challenging times with Covid compliance. Excellent coffee a delight to be served a hot expresso! Lovely staff

Fabulous every time - been here a few times now over a couple of years and never been disappointed. This year reserved a table and had a fabulous lunch served by friendly and helpful team. Thank you :-)

Lovely terrace with coastal views, very pleasant & helpful service, dealing efficiently with a small problem. We had a delicious cream tea. We'd definitely return for a meal.

Great views. Friendly staff. Had lunch here outside the first week lockdown eased. Service was slow, I guess due to lack of experience. My mussels were ok. A fairly small portion for the price.

Beautiful lunch, Stunning location with panoramic views out to sea. Excellent measures in place for covid! We didn’t book as it was a spur of the moment day out but staff were very accommodating and showed us to a lovely table in the beautiful sunshine....

A cafe that goes a notch up with its service and food. Really welcoming and a credit to Durlston overall. Highly reccomended.

Lovely cafe with very friendly staff! We both had the calamari for lunch and it was delicious with lots of flavour! Would recommend you book to avoid disappointment, can do this easily via email. Stunning views, reasonably priced and a great place to refuel following...

We both had tripple cooked chips with fish cake, very nicely presented, and the quality good, there were queues but for pre booked guests this wasn’t an issue the tables were reserved, we booked two weeks in advance and all was in place upon arrival.

A MUST place to visit!.... scenery and views to die for and a lovely place to stop for refreshments, lunch etc. Excellent service and reassuring Covid-secure precautions and procedures. Fish cake and quiche all made locally + local ales...all wonderful. Very busy...if you want an...

Writing this today, as altho I only had toast and coffee, I wanted to thank Emily for such a safe environment for someone still nervous being out and about. Excellent signage, (altho a few decided to ignore and do their own thing, but staff kept...

Our second visit to the restaurant at Durlston Park; the food was outstanding-tasty and interesting. Our girls were happy with the kids menu. Staff were friendly and helpful. The view is amazing; I want to write a review which says how much we like the...

Excellent food with one of the best views in the U.K. perfect vegan curry (butternut squash) and good options for kids. Probably best chips I’ve had in years too with the fish. Super friendly service with not much of a wait for food. Faultless, thanks!

This is truly an underrated hidden gem. The views from the outside deck on a sunny day are memorising. You feel like you could be in Italy or Greece. Service was excellent and the food was simple but delicious. Was had flashes which were homemade...

We absolutely loved the service and food at seventh wave. So great to see everyone enjoying their food so much. Some vegan and dairy free options. Absolutely lush!! Thank you

Excellent, friendly service and delicious lunch.. all served in a ‘safe’ environment. Will definitely be back!

Stopped here for lunch on a sunny day. Varied menu at reasonable prices and all home cooked. Would reccommend for either alight lunch or more

Have eaten here before and been pleased with our meal, but this time we chose the Crab sandwich which stated that it came with herb mayonnaise. The mayonnaise was so over powering as there was loads of chopped chives in it and the crab filling...

Had lunch with our family in the seventh wave while staying in the lighthouse. Relaxed atmosphere, friendly staff, tasty and “honest” food. Loved the mussels. My wife had the vega dish of the day, also very tasty. Kids both had a panini. 50 pound including...

Seventh Wave is a great destination in both summer and winter. The location is excellent for walkers (it’s on the South West Coast Path) and easily accessible by car. The staff are always friendly and very helpful. Children and dogs are welcome The soup of...

This is one of our favourite ‘out of season’ restaurants. We never visit in the tourist season! We were four for lunch on a Thursday for which we booked in advance. On arrival the table was all ready. The food was very good and we...

Popped-in expecting to just have drinks, but the opportunity of a roast changed everything. Although busy, the food came quickly and was good quality. Its not that cheap, but is not expensive either. Great for families including younger kids.

This restaurant has a very interesting and delicious lunchtime menu and also caters for those who just want a cuppa and cake. The staff are very good - extremely cheerful and helpful. Really recommend a visit.

After walking 9 miles along the coast path in the rain we were looking to get into the dry and have some light lunch. So we were very pleased to see the sign at the entrance which said "Dogs and muddy boots welcome" because we...

We’re regular visitors to Seventh Wave when we’re staying nearby in Swanage. The outside seating area offers stunning views of the coastline. The menu has some gluten-free options, including fish and chips which have greatly improved since last year (it now looks like a “proper”...

Four of us are walking on the isle of Purbeck this week and visited the Seventhwave at Durlston Head Castle today for a light lunch. We had never been before and were happily surprised by the quality of the food. Two of us had the...

Took a friend for a lite lunch to chat and reminisce while enjoying the beautiful view looking out towards Swanage and in the distance IoW. It was busy but food served fairly quickly and with a friendly smile. I do like this place and it...

Was recommended to eat at this restaurant by a local camp site. Easy to find (just follow the signs to Durlston Country Manor) and is signed from the car park. Along a small path you come to what looks like a folly. Inside is a...

We walked along the cliff to to Durlston Castle from Swanage and stopped at this cafe for lunch. The food was absolutely delicious - we Asian salad and a crab sandwich with chips. Outstanding views while we ate, great service and the best food we...

Enjoyed a delicious lunch here on Monday. We are four friends who only manage to meet occasionally so spend a lot of time chatting. The lovely staff were very patient with us and the food was excellent. The waiter took the time to find out...

Ordered drinks and food at the counter but when asked for table number I explained it was quite busy and being alone couldn't find one until I sat down. Drinks are made in order and taken to the table and there was quite a long...

We had a great summer family lunch at this wonderful spot. Indoor and outdoor seating with incredible views and varied and delicious menu.. all 8 (kids and adults) enjoyed our meal, from fish and chips, to seafood platter, great kids gnocchi or massive falafel flatbread....

Nice food.and beautiful coastal views - what more do you need! We really enjoyed our visit after a walk.around the Dulston countryside.

Here for tea & cake , lovely spot , we sat on the outside terrace , fantastic view over Swanage bay , very friendly staff , & that makes all the differnce , & a smile cost us nothing : )

Good breakfast choice, with option of smaller portions. Tasty local produce all cooked well. Staff were friendly and relaxed. The views are stunning. We didn't want for anything more and left happy, a great start to the day,

We decided to have a cliff walk as the weather was just so glorious with an amazing sea breeze. I had stumbled across the Great Globe on google maps and as it was only a couple of hours drive decided to take a look. Up...

We have visited several times for coffee, breakfast & lunch but this was our first dinner. We have never been disappointed but the dinner surpassed our expectations. We had a large party of 10 (including children & dogs) & pre-booked our food & it was...

We decided to have a walk to Durlston Castle and then have lunch in Swanage later but on seeing the cafe and looking at the menu with choices such as lobster, mushroom tagliatelle, fish and chips and vegan dishes too, we changed our minds and...

Stopped of for a mid walk snack. Have always been impressed by this quirky Resturant, Cafe, bar. I had the main course of Fowey Mussels. Absolutely fab. Cooked perfectly, could have done with some bread to soak up the source but a soup spoon sufficed....

On holiday in the area and happened upon this place. Helpful staff and location is amazing. I had gf fish and chips with peas which was lovely, would have given 5 stars if gf vinegar had been available. See pic, but bear in mind I'd...

We often go to seventhwave for lunch and enjoyed an evening meal here recently (they are open on summer weekends), attentive staff, good food, the best triple cooked chips! Lovely location for a walk before or after the meal and good views whilst you're eating.

This is a fantastic location to enjoy one of their large, warm cream teas with a view over the sea. You can sit inside or outside and enjoy the surrounding scenery, whether it be inland or out at sea. This is a perfect location to...

This place is amazing -- anything you could wish for, food or drink-wise, AND located in a castle with stunning views! The cream tea was outstanding. The Seventh Wave is definitely one of the highlights of visiting Durlston Park.

We came on a drizzly afternoon. The service was excellent, very attentive. The food was faultless. Two of us had the fish and chips (the smaller portion was perfectly adequate). Two of us had a lamb-burger; a special of the day-superb. The view is fantastic...

After working up an appetite walking from swanage bay to Durlston castle we decided to stop for lunch here at the castle

Ordered the lamb burger and was not disappointed. Tasty burger with lovely mint dressing. The chips were to die for and of course the coastal view stunning. Best meal I’ve had here.

What a place to start a walk from, sat outside enjoying a wonderful breakfast, good value and good service, the views both sides of the cafe are amazing, cafe decor excellent very difficult to find fault.

Having read the good reviews and having struggled to find a place to cater for vegetarians and vegans, I was really pleased to find this place and when I made the booking the lady on the phone was really nice and helpful. However, on the day, which was a special family reunion, I was disappointed by the really obvious "couldn't care less" attitude of the waiting staff which spoiled the experience sadly. I have waitressed myself for many years and we have also run a few family hospitality business's so we know what it means to smile at your customer and give good service. This needs work with the young staff who were serving that day!!! However, the food was excellent. The meat eaters enjoyed their roast very much and the vegetarian and vegan also had really tasty options. The chocolate brownie for dessert was also really nice and the views are stunning.

Visited today as we do many times a year. Always good service, great food and friendly helpful staff. However, today was the last time I can drink the awful coffee without making a review. As normal today’s Cappuccino was like drinking a glass of hot milk as so weak. Then asked for a flat white, well a flat white it certainly was not! Can I suggest you visit Coffee Saloon in Wareham who make the best coffee ever. Why is it that some places just do not know how to make a good coffee, especially seeing what they charge. Anyway, here’s hoping they take note and on my next visit I am rewarded with a decent Cappuccino!

2nd visit and lived both. Friendly service and great tea and scones. Recommend a walk to the Glibe and caves.

Had the warm winter salad of broccoli,poached egg, caeser dressing,almonds and French fries,a great combo of flavours.Friendly staff and impeccable service.

For the same price as a carvery at other restaurants you can enjoy a superb, served Sunday lunch with freshly cooked vegetables (not stewed under lights) and stunning roast potatoes and home made Yorkshire puddings and the best quality meats and gravy perfectly prepared. Have the sticky toffee pudding for afters you will never taste anything better. Incredible value for money. You need to book early. Definitely the best in Purbeck and stunning views and wonderful atmosphere and staff. Round the whole experience off with a glass of port! Well done Mark, Emily and Jodie.

Very tasty roast. They do a different roast each week and I have had the lamb one week and the pork another. Both absolutely gorgeous.

I love this place. The staff are excellent as is the food here. They offer a great range of food, a locally sourced menu called 7 Mile (meat and veg sourced within 7 miles!) and also Vegan options. I had a Sunday roast yesterday and it was superb. I'm particular about my Sunday roast and this has topped anything else I've had in Dorset. Furthermore, what I love about this place, is it is set in Durlston Country Park which means you can either walk your dinner off in a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) or work up an appetite. Either way, great food, polite staff and beautiful surroundings! Gets a 5* from me!

As a recent new resident in Swanage I always take the coastal path to Durleston Castle to eat, when I have visitors but this will not be the case again. I ate their last Saturday when I had visitors down. The Fish n Chips were fantastic.

The food was excellent and the vegetarian options made a nice change from the usual dishes on offer. The staff were young but well trained making us very welcome and attentive.

We had coffees before a walk and lunch afterwards. Delicious small fish and chips, friendly service and good value. Just what the doctor ordered!

We have been visiting Durlston for many years and a meal at Seventh Wave is always the highlight. We have never had a bad experience here. Under Emily and Mark's care the quality, standards and service just keep getting better and better. We are always made to feel welcome, relaxed and special. Staff offer just the right level of friendly attention and professionalism to create a wonderful atmosphere where no request is too much trouble and your experience and satisfaction with every aspect of your visit is paramount. Mark's cooking is some of the best we have experienced anywhere in the world. Specials are always surprising and just that little bit adventurous, beyond the usual and ordinary and different to what you would expect or have eaten anywhere before having that personal twist that each chef imparts when preparing his own recipes cooked from scratch with fresh, quality produce. The various tastes on your palate combine perfectly and complement the dish as a whole to make eating here a truly rewarding and satisfying experience. All dishes on the menu and not just specials are prepared to the same high standards and quality. You can tell that the chefs really care about their work and that much thought, care and attention to detail goes into every plate that leaves the kitchen. Menus are well balanced and allow for every taste, hunger and budget. Good quality wines and drinks add to the pleasure! Home made sweets and excellent coffee round off your meal and give you that aaaahhh! feeling without the feeling of over indulgence and what better to ready you for that walk around the cliffs! If you never do anything else go to Seventh Wave at least once in your life! Spoil yourself and go again and again. you won't be disappointed.

We’ve been going here for breakfast for years -every time we are on holiday and still love it- the staff are really friendly and helpful, food terrific and setting and view can’t be beaten. Pay and display parking free for blue badge, and wheelchair friendly lift between cafe and toilets. Dogs are allowed in terrace and in an inside section of the cafe. Menu and (I assume) suppliers do change frequently but all have been fine. Thanks!