Places to Eat
Swanage offers a great variety of restaurants; cafes and bars, here are just a few of them:
At weekends and high season advance booking is recommended many of our popular restaurants: if you require a reservation please let us know and we will be happy to help.
The Crows Nest Inn - 01929 422 651
Under new Family ownership you are assured of a warm and friendly welcome with great food (Dave's signature dish of slow roasted pork belly is not to be missed!), great beer (watch out for the Broadside whatever Bill Says!!) in great company - lovely Garden and just across the road from the Castleton.
Chilled Red - 01929 426066
a new and modern restaurant serving excellent local produce, in great surroundings...leave room for the deserts!
Ocean Bay Restaurant - 01929 422222
delightful food in a stunning location with al fresco dining in season
Gee Whites - 01929 425720 Outdoor dining in either a Cafe, Kiosk, Ice Cream Parlour or restaurant setting with spectacular local seafood and a great choice of excellent wines.
Tawny's Wine Bar - 01929 422781
very good food and wine at very reasonable prices served in a fun atmosphere.
The Corner Restaurant - 01929 424969
Gary assures you of a wonderful welcome to this lovely restaurant which has an enviable reputation for quality local produce and service
The Cauldron Bistro, 5 High Street - 01929 422671
excellent food and wine with a superb reputation
Sea Breeze (formerly The Fisherman's Catch) - 01929 426222
World famous in Swanage and beyond, long established with local seafood.
The Ship Inn - 07932 819609
excellent Pub atmosphere, with a varied menu of traditional and local Dorset Fayre.
The Anchor Inn - 01929 423020
Swanage' oldest pub with a lively atmosphere and varied menu & cellar - live music at weekends and through the season.
The Red Lion – 01929 423 533
One of Swanage’s best loved pubs, serving a wide selection of real ale and ciders combined with quality wines and spirits and excellent food in a traditional Pub atmosphere.
La Trattoria - 01929 423 784
Informal and relaxed with a lovely atmosphere, Bruno offers a great selection of fresh seafood, steaks and Italian specialties. Open for dinner every evening from 6.30pm until late
Lai Ho Chinese Restaurant & Take Away - 01929 424 476
Excellent Chinese food in pleasant surroundings
Masala - 01929 427 299
Delightful Indian Cuisine with a friendly welcome ~ open all year for lunch & dinner.
Parade Fish Restaurant - 01929 422362
Fish and chips at it's very best. Whole grilled fish, meat, chicken and vegetable dishes. Stunning sea views, open all year, licensed restaurant, children and pets welcome.
Country Food Kitchen (formerly The Barking Frog) - 01929 423439
The menu caters for all dietary requirements using fresh local and organic produce whenever possible. Children welcome. Live evening entertainment throughout the year.
The Old Brick Pizza Company – 01929 422 620 (Next to The Ship) A new restaurant offering a wide selection of Italian style cuisine and excellent pizzas in a lively modern atmosphere.
Beco Belle (formerly The Moonlight Bistro) - 01929 475 615
A vibrant & fresh new restuarant with a delightful atmosphere offering fresh local produce with some great vegetarian options