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Mother's Day dining in Dorset

Mother's Day is a day of celebration, so what better way to celebrate than with a meal out at Dorset's top restaurants?! Step out of the kitchen and enjoy a delicious Mother's Day dining experience in Dorset at some of these great restaurants below.

Ashley Cross

The Britannia

The Britannia

Information: The Britannia is a lovely, family friendly pub in Ashley Cross and not only the perfect spot to take mum this Mother's Day for a bite to eat but this year teamed up with Hendricks Gin & Belvoir Farm to give every mum dining with us an Elderflower Collins to enjoy. A refreshingly elegant cocktail, Hendricks is infused with cucumber & rose which work beautifully with the delicate flavours of Belvoir Farm’s elderflower cordial. There is also an alternative non alcoholic mocktail on offer. 

Address: 20 Britannia Rd, Parkstone, Poole, BH14 8BB

Telephone: 01202 402212

Dress Code: Smart Casual

Price: Average: £30-£35 Per Person

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Highcliffe

The Oaks

The Oaks

Information: Treat you mother or significant other this Mother's Day with a meal out at the beautiful The Oaks. This Highcliffe venue is renowned for serving fresh, seasonal food!

With a showstopper terrace and garden, a characterful bar complete with log fire and an elegant and colourful conservatory dining area, this is the perfect elevanted, yet cosy, location for a dining experience.

Address: 189 Lymington Road, Highcliffe, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 5EA

Telephone: 01425 283377

Dress Code: Smart

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Bournemouth

Brasserie Blanc

Brasserie Blanc

Information: Spend your Mother's Day well with a meal out at Brasserie Blanc. This classy Bournemouth venue has a beautiful and unique interior design, the perfect location for your Mother's Day dining experience.

You can view their menus here.

Address: 105 St Michael's Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH2 5DU

Telephone: 01202 557702

Dress Code: Smart

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Poole

Guildhall Tavern

Guildhall Tavern

Information: Arguably Poole’s most famous seafood restaurant, the Guildhall Tavern is based just a short walk from the beautiful Quay and is a great place to enjoy a delicious Mother’s Day meal. 

This beautifully decorated venue specialises in creating exquisite locally-caught seafood dishes that are both beautiful in presentation and delicious on the tastebuds. If Mum is a lover of fresh fish then a table at the Guildhall Tavern is the perfect Mother’s Day treat. 

Mother’s Day lunch will run from 12pm - 5pm on the day. Diners can choose from their Sunday Roast menu or their A La Carte menu.

Address: 15 Market St, Poole BH15 1NB

Telephone: 01202 671717

Dress Code: Smart Casual

Price: Average: £40 Per Person

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The Kings Head

The Kings Head

Information: The Kings Head are offering a delicious Mother's Day lunch where you can enjoy a two-course meal for only £11.95. Your mum will also get a FREE gift so hurry and get booking!

Address: 6 High Street, Poole, Dorset, BH15 1BP

Telephone: 01202 681150

Dress Code: Casual

Price: Average £20 per person

 

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Bournemouth

The Coconut Tree

The Coconut Tree

Information: This authentic Sri Lankan restaurant provides great value and delicious dishes that Mum is bound to love! Alongside this, they serve up a delicious cocktail! They offer a list of house cocktails and delicious mocktails to cater for everyone! If you're wanting a romantic bonding experience then The Coconut Tree also offer a list of sharer cocktails.

For each paying customer, one Mother, Grandmother or caregiver can choose 1 Hopper, 1 Curry Dish & 1 Side for FREE.

Address: 185-187 Old Christchurch Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH1 1JU

Telephone: 01202 292343

Dress Code: Smart/Casual

 

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Poole

Drgnfly Pan Asian

Drgnfly Pan Asian

Information: Let Drgnfly Pan Asian restaurant handle Mother’s Day dinner and enjoy a first-class Asian experience in Poole’s Ashley Cross. With locations in both Poole and Bournemouth, Drgnfly creates brilliant exotic dishes that are fresh, beautiful, and perfect for a celebration meal out such as Mother’s Day. 

Their wide-ranging menu means you’ll find something for everyone whilst their colourful decor is the perfect backdrop to any Mother’s Day picture.

Diners this Mother's Day will also recieve a FREE cake!

Address: 1 Bournemouth Rd, Poole BH14 0EF

Telephone: 01202 252133

Dress Code: Smart

Price: Average: £30-£40 Per Person

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Pizzeria Valona

Pizzeria Valona

About: This family-friendly and family owned Italian restaurant serves authentic wood-fired pizzas and use locally sourced ingredients. They're open for lunch and dinner and provide an array of delicous pizza's that are perfect to enjoy this Mother's Day. 

Address: 12 High Street, Poole, Dorset, BH15 1BP

Telephone: 01202 681780

Dress Code: Casual

Price: Average £20 per person 

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Dorchester

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Shire Hall Museum's Mother's Day Afternoon Tea

Information: Join Shire Hall Museum in Dorchester for a Mother's Day Afternoon Tea treat! Available Friday 28th and Saturday 29th March, our Mother’s Day Afternoon tea includes a selection of finger sandwiches, scone with cream and jam, a range of cakes, as well as a cheeky glass of fizz* and a cup of tea. £12.95pp

Address: Shire Hall Museum, High West Street, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1UY

Telephone: 01305 261849

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Poole

ISABEL'S BRASSERIE

ISABEL'S BRASSERIE

About: Situated in Poole's popular Penn Hill, Isabel's Brasserie provides outstanding fine French and English cuisine. Head on down to this brilliant local restaurant this Mother's Day and tuck into course after course of delicious flavors. Isabel's will certainly give Mum's that special treat they deserve. 

Location: 127-129 Penn Hill Avenue, Poole, Dorset, BH14 9LY

Contact: 01202 747885

Dress Code: Smart

Price: 3 Courses 34.95 - Children (under 5-12) £24.95

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