Best Gastropubs in Dorset

In total, there is 1 award winning gastropub in Dorset, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.

Were you expecting to see more food pubs listed in Dorset? Remember at Leading Restaurants we only list gastropubs in the UK and Ireland holding an award from a major UK restaurant guide; less than 3% of the total restaurants in the UK and Ireland currently hold such an award, and the proportion of award winning gastropubs is likely even lower than this.

The best gastropub in Dorset is The Acorn Inn in Dorchester (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where the kitchen team serves up award winning British Cuisine. The Acorn Inn currently holds 2 AA Rosettes.

There are currently no gastropubs holding a Michelin Star in Dorset and indeed no gastropubs at all in this location listed in the Michelin Guide; perhaps the Michelin inspectors will visit soon!

There is currently a single listed AA Rosette gastropub in Dorset which holds 2 AA Rosettes.

Dorset, nestled comfortably in South West England, is awash with history, charm, and above all, an enviable collection of food pubs and gastropubs. A land steeped in history, Dorset has a rich tradition of hearty homely fare, resulting in a dining scene brimming with mouth-watering dishes concocted from locally sourced ingredients. From the stunning Jurassic Coast to the verdant Blackmore Vale, Dorset's abundant natural larder lends a unique character to each dish served in its eateries. The Dorset gastropub scene is spearheaded by renowned establishments such as The Anchor Inn at Seatown. Overlooking the coastline, it perfectly pairs locally-sourced ales with seafood platters straight from the sea, a real treat for the senses. Tucked away in leafy Piddle Valley, you'll find The Thimble where the menu changes daily, reflecting the freshest seasonal produce. Then we have the Tickled Pig in Wimbourne that carries a staunch ethos of sustainability, utilising the owners' home-reared pigs and garden produce to deliver farm-to-fork meals that delight with every bite. A visit to Dorset would be incomplete without indulging at the award-winning Hix Oyster and Fish House in Lyme Regis. Here, celebrity chef Mark Hix presents seafood fare in extraordinary ways, which can be savoured with a view of the harbour. Thus, for lovers of food and local history, Dorset presents an unforgettable gastronomical journey, where local traditions merge seamlessly with modern culinary standards in a picturesque English setting.