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Bournemouth
Brasserie Blanc
About: Brasserie Blanc in Bournemouth stands out as wonderful al fresco drinking and dining spot due to it's prime location overlooking Bournemouth Beach, just a stone's throw away from Bournemouth Pier. Their gorgeous sunny terrace is a real hot spot for diners looking to soak up the sunshine during the warmer months.
Address: Marriott Highcliff Hotel, 105 St Michael's Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH2 5DU
Telephone: 01202 557702
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Elevate Brasserie
About: Elevate Brasserie in Bournemouth is a dream spot for Al Fresco drinking and dining in Bournemouth! Right by the town centre and over looking the beach, it is an ideal spot. Indulge in delicious cuisine, sip on refreshing drinks, and soak in breathtaking vistas of Bournemouth’s majestic seafront.
Address: Bournemouth International Centre, Exeter Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH2 5BH
Telephone: 01202 055800
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West Cliff Hotel
Location: Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel
About: The Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel features a cozy bar, conservatory, and a tropical garden for guests to relax in. Enjoy a selection of snacks and drinks in the bar, open until 11pm, or dine at the West Cliff Bar & Grill, which serves a variety of dishes from 6:30pm to 9:30pm. For a delightful afternoon, indulge in Afternoon Tea either in the lounge or the garden. The garden offers an outdoor space for cocktails and BBQs, and is dog-friendly!
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Address: Durley Chine Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH2 5JS
Telephone: 01202 294774
Urban Gardens
Address: Exeter Crescent, Bournemouth BH2 5AY
About: Urban Gardens - the clue is in the name, a garden, bar and restaurant hidden away in the treetops overlooking Bournemouth Lower Gardens and part of the well respected, Urban Guild group. Open all day from 9am all the way to 10pm for a late-night cocktail or dinner.
Multi terraced and multi faceted, offering locally sourced dishes on their Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Kids Menus & Sunday Roast menus, complimented by a fantastic array of cocktails.
Weather dependent there is outdoor dining on tree-top terraces with magical lighting and candles or indoor dining with a cool, cosy, ‘urban jungle’ vibe.
Family-friendly, dog-friendly and most definitely date-friendly, Urban Garden is a destination worth visiting.
Telephone Number: 01202 286787
Family Friendly: Yes
Dog friendly: Yes
Sea view: No
Terrace or Grass: Both
Chaplin's & The Cellar Bar
Address: 529 Christchurch Rd, Boscombe, BH1 4AG
About: Chaplin’s is an award-winning independent cellar bar, restaurant & live music venue, open 7 x days a week, till VERY late… A fantastically quirky pub where you can enjoy gravity-poured real ale, and a great selection of wines, and cocktails to boot.
The restaurant, located next door to the bar, is a feast for the eyes and senses, with its colourful decor and equally diverse, locally sourced menu, offering British classics with a modern twist. Menus include Bar snacks, Lunch,
Dinner and Sunday Roast. Daily seasonal specials and Veggie tasting menus are available too.
What's more Chaplin's has a gorgeous cobbled terrace plus fairy lights which makes for a perfect Al Fresco drinking spot in the heart of Boscombe.
Live music features 7 x days a week but the three-level award-winning south-facing garden with its colourful murals, chairs, and 15ft stained glass "mystical archway" is the real draw here…
Telephone Number: 01202 251953
Family Friendly: No
Dog friendly: Yes
Sea view: No - but minutes from the sea…
Terrace: Yes
Bar Coast - Bournemouth
Location: Bournemouth
About: Bar Coast is a lively Bournemouth venue offering cocktails, DJs, drinks packages, and a vibrant social atmosphere in the heart of the town centre. With a relaxed lounge feel earlier in the evening and late-night energy as the night goes on, it’s a popular spot for drinks with friends and weekend nights out.
Whether you’re meeting for cocktails, celebrating a special occasion, or enjoying drinks before heading into the club atmosphere later in the evening, Bar Coast combines a central location with a fun and energetic setting. Seasonal daytime events and VIP packages are also available throughout the year.
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Address: 156-164 Old Christchurch Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH1 1NL
Telephone: 0777 825 4420
Lookout at Littledown
About: Lookout at Littledown is a vibrant outdoor dining and drinking spot at BH Live Active, Littledown, with a refurbished bar, indoor seating, and a colourful outdoor terrace. With rustic seating, beach hut booths, and a pagoda-style canopy, it’s a great place to enjoy relaxed al fresco drinks in a lively setting.
Alongside drinks, Lookout also serves a varied food menu including light bites, sharing plates, burgers, wings, salads, and stone-baked pizzas. With live music nights, quizzes, food and drink specials, and views across Littledown’s parkland, it’s a fun and sociable spot for meeting friends.
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Address: Littledown, Chaseside, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH7 7DX
Telephone: 01202 055500
Brewhouse & Kitchen
Address: 52-154 Commercial Road, Bournemouth BH2 5LU England
About: A brewpub serving over 70 freshly brewed award-winning craft beers and ciders and fantastic pub grub with an all-day menu, kids, and a Sunday Roast. If you are feeling adventurous, try their signature ‘beer-infused dish’ - Beer Can Chicken - unbelievably good! There is plenty on offer here food and drink wise for everyone. Cocktails, wines, and low or no-alcohol drinks too.
They also offer a huge range of experiences here such as Beer or Gin Masterclasses or Whisky and Beer Pairing sessions. Try the Hoppy Hours, Quiz nights, and Social Sunday - they won't disappoint!
Complete with a fantastic beer garden with colourful beach huts that you can dine in, it's the perfect place for a pint in the sunshine.
Telephone Number: 01202 055221
Family Friendly: Yes
Dog friendly: Yes
Sea view: No
Terrace: Yes
Harry’s Lounge Bournemouth
Location: Bournemouth
About: Harry’s Lounge is a relaxed Bournemouth venue offering cocktails, drinks, pool, darts, and a lively social atmosphere in the heart of the town centre. With indoor seating and a welcoming lounge feel, it’s a great spot for laid-back drinks with friends throughout the week.
Whether you’re stopping by for cocktails after work or planning a longer evening with live music and drinks packages, Harry’s Lounge combines a casual atmosphere with a central Bournemouth location that’s ideal for continuing your night nearby.
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Address: 156 Old Christchurch Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH1 1NL
Telephone: 07778 254420
BOMO House Bournemouth
Location: Bournemouth
About: Bomo House is a stylish Bournemouth venue offering cocktails, food, and relaxed outdoor drinks in a vibrant garden terrace setting. With deep green interiors, brushed gold details, and a lively social atmosphere, it’s a great spot for sunny afternoons, evening cocktails, and laid-back drinks with friends.
Their outdoor terrace and spacious seating areas make it ideal for al fresco drinks throughout the warmer months, while DJs, live events, and happy hour offers add to the lively atmosphere. Whether you’re meeting for casual drinks or planning a full evening out, Bomo House combines a modern lounge feel with a central Bournemouth location.
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Address: BOMO House, 2 Dean Park Crescent, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH1 1HL
Telephone: 07778 254420
The Pavillion Arms
Address: 41 Wimborne Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH2 6NB
About: Newly refurbed and a 15 mins walk from the centre of Bournemouth, The Pavillion Arms has a stunning food offering, focussing on fish and seafood, all caught locally, and a modern take on pub classics. Plenty of Vegan/Veggie and gluten-free options too.
Dog and child friendly, this lovely pub has boutique bedrooms to rent and a fantastic beer garden at the front, and a heated covered terrace for dining, with lovely blankets to get cosy with.
A Butcombe Brewing pub offering an eye-watering selection of craft beers, ales, and lagers. Plenty of wines and non-alcoholic beverages too.
Telephone Number: 01202 553006
Family Friendly: Yes
Dog friendly: Yes
Sea view: No
Terrace or Grass: Both
Mercure Bournemouth Queens Hotel & Spa
About: Mercure Bournemouth Queens Hotel & Spa have a beautiful outdoor garden that's perfect for when the sun is shining. With an extensive drinks list that provides an array of delicious cocktails, mocktails, wine, spirits, and soft drinks, it's the ultimate location to relax with friends and family.
Address: Meyrick Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH1 3DL
Telephone: 01202 554415