Best Restaurants in Bournemouth and Poole

In total, there are 10 award winning restaurants in Bournemouth and Poole, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.

Were you expecting to see more restaurants in Bournemouth and Poole? Remember at Leading Restaurants we only list restaurants holding awards from major restaurant guides; currently less than 3% of all restaurants in the UK and Ireland hold an award from a major guide.

The best restaurant in Bournemouth and Poole is Restaurant Roots in Bournemouth (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where head chef Jan Bretschneider serves up award winning Modern Cuisine. Restaurant Roots currently holds a standard Michelin Guide listing and 3 AA Rosettes.

There are currently no restaurants holding a Michelin Star in Bournemouth and Poole, however there are 4 restaurants holding a standard Michelin Guide listing.

There are currently 9 listed AA Rosette restaurants in Bournemouth and Poole consisting of 1 restaurant holding 3 AA Rosettes, 5 restaurants holding 2 AA Rosettes and 3 restaurants holding 1 AA Rosette.

Nestled along the southern coast of England, the neighbouring towns of Bournemouth and Poole cradle a vibrant and tantalising culinary history. Having evolved from humble fishing villages, their geographical position provides access to an abundance of fresh seafood, a key feature that has greatly influenced the local gastronomy over centuries. Bournemouth, often fondly deemed the 'Monaco of Britain' for its delightfully mild climate and lush gardens, serves as a delightful backdrop to the West Country's ever-expanding food scenario. Iconic Victorian architecture dots the townscape, housing an eclectic range of eateries and pubs that balance tradition and innovation in their menus. In Poole, an equally captivating food culture prevails, a testament to the town's maritime heritage. The historic Poole Quay and Harbour dish out an impressive spread of seafood delicacies – from plump oysters to smoked mackerel – served in a mix of quaint harbour-side inns and contemporary seafood bistros. With cooking methods that honour traditional British flavours while embracing global influences, Poole effortlessly showcases its culinary prowess. Both Bournemouth and Poole, with their gustatory offerings, depict a charming food mosaic as varied and colourful as the seaside vistas they overlook, holding the essence of British coastal cuisine.