The best restaurants in Poole South West

Our second Valentines Day at Thirteen (with plenty of visits in between)! All the tables were full, so I think we'd better book for 2026.... Amazing as always. We had the lunchtime taster menu; I'll just describe the first course: a tiny, glistening samosa. It slipped from my fingers on to the plate, so I licked my fingers. Bang! The whole tasting experience began there and continued to the last course, a wonderful ginger cake creation. My wife Sue is vegan, and every course, as ever, is so cleverly crafted and delivered with a justifiably proud flourish by the chef responsible. She always feels she has a brigade of chefs cooking just for her. This wasn't a meal, it was another life experience. Thank you 13!

What a perfectly cooked Sunday lunch. Great food . Great value. A treat on a stormy day.Lovely wine. Great service. Thankyou.

It was our first time going, after finding it on the internet, and we have nothing but praise for it. We were made to feel so welcomed. It was my daughter's special birthday and they went above and beyond to make it special for her, not even knowing before we went that it was a special occasion. I highly recommend it in every way!!

Great food, good quality and we did not have to wait long. The staff is very kind and they all have a smile on their faces. They have humor and we loved that. Krish is very clever and a funny guy. Harikala has such a nice laugh !!

Had salted caramel and it did no disappoint, nice cone and service, great gelato five stars on all accounts, no debate whatsoever

Four does great breakfast. Hash browns are on point.

Best place to eat in Dorset. Food is incredible and fresh. Welcoming happy atmosphere. Will definitely be coming back.

We visit Just Bean Ground every time we go to Poole. Excellent food and friendly service, even gave our dog a treat too.

Very good & beautiful presentation!

Rachael from Pizza with Love catered for a large family gathering we had on the weekend. The service and pizzas were amazing. I would highly recommend Pizza with Love.

Amazing food matts pizzas were beautiful great value for money will definitely be back soon. Thanks for a great evening.

Lovely little cafe, where the staff is always friendly. We enjoy the food, the brownies and especially the coffee from here!

The best ingredients on freshly baked rolls are made in front of you by the best people. Everyone near here says the best about this shop. At busy times there may be a bit of a queue but it's well worth the wait. They now have tables so you can enjoy your food near by. The homemade carrot cake is worth a mention.

An amazing place for a cup of tea, homemade cakes and party bookings (the host is willing to be creative) from a paw patrol theme to Alice in Wonderland. The cream tea trays and buffet style food trays that are available to be delivered look delicious and all prepared fresh. Would highly recommend.

So good food, fresh and tasty! Service welcoming and friendly. We had prawn dim sum, prawn noodles, prawn noodle soup and a miso soup. Delicious 🤤