Situated within the historic Royal Exeter Hotel in the centre of town, 1812 is a vibrant and elegant lounge bar serving up traditional tipples and an extensive repertoire of cocktails…
If you want a smart night out on the town, you’re after somewhere to socialise with a multicultural twist, a venue showing the sports or somewhere to eat without the formality of a restaurant, take your pick of bars in and around Bournemouth. From live music to guest beers, late-night opening to tasty tapas many have a niche and all offer a warm welcome.
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The Aruba Restaurant and Bar in Bournemouth offers delicious dining, tempting tropical cocktails and entertainment in a prime location right on the mouth of the town’s famous Pier. Whether you’re…
A cracking cosmopolitan success in the heart of Bournemouth’s Triangle district, Atlântico is a Portuguese restaurant serving up all the great flavours of Madeira Island. The menu has been carefully…
Repurposing the venue of Club 176 that had a good reputation for many years, Bar Republiq now makes use of the intimate club location at 176 Old Christchurch Road as…
If you’re looking for a swish and swanky venue to strut your stuff on a Friday or Saturday night, Bar So in Bournemouth’s Royal Exeter Hotel is likely to fit…
Number 3 Richmond Hill has long been a hotspot to socialise and party in Bournemouth. Formerly Lola Lo’s and before that The Consortium, this prime venue just off Bournemouth Square…
If you frequented Klute in the early noughties or were more recently a regular at Truth, you will agree that The Bonsai Lounge, the latest resident in this prestigious plot,…
Unsurprisingly in close proximity to the Branksome railway station in Poole, the Victorian Branksome Railway Hotel (established 1894) is a family-run business offering up a large selection of lagers, ciders…
Situated in a prime location just off the main Winton high street, Buffalo is a lively rockbar and restaurant aimed at anyone who cares to tune in. It has a…
Nestled in the popular district of Ashley Cross in Lower Parkstone, Poole – and with another venue in Westbourne – the Camden Bar & Kitchen chain was set up by…
Shisha! If you’re looking for a great night out with a twist, head for the Camel Bar, a chilled out Egyptian bar brimming with bubbling shisha pipes! Camel is the…
Whether you’re a regular on Bournemouth’s clubbing scene or you’re heading here for your first night out in town, there’s a good chance that Cameo will be on your hit-list. This…
Previously the home of Bumbles nightclub, Canvas has breathed new life and style into popular Triangle district’s Poole Hill. The venue has been styled as a loft bar uniquely for…
If you’re looking for a friendly evening venue where you can socialise with friends in an informal setting complete with live entertainment and music, Chaplin’s and the Cellar Bar in…
If you were planning on visiting The Print Room and Ink Bar in the Echo Building on Richmond Hill, you’ve sadly missed your deadline. This headline-grabbing eatery has now permanently closed. The venue,…
Whether you’re a regular board gamer, you have fond memories of a youth filled with endless rounds of Operation and Buckeroo or you’re a new convert to board games by…
If you are after Italian-style dining just minutes away from the beach, get a pizza the action at Cristallo. This grand-looking venue decorated in a rustic Mediterranean manner brings a…
Conveniently situated away from the fracas of the main strip of bars but within paces of the popular Lansdowne part of town, Downes Wine Bar markets itself as a friendly…
Sitting in an enviable location right in the heart of Bournemouth’s stylish Triangle district, DYMK, or Does Your Mother Know? is a modern and stylish gay bar and club open…
Eden is the new Garden, Café, Bar & Club on Terrace Road in West Cliff, Bournemouth – opposite the Hilton Hotel. It was formerly the Hamptons Lounge Bar. Eden is…
“We fill tummies and quench thirsts” – not a bold statement from Flirt, a friendly café bar in the Triangle, but this is the very modest tip of the iceberg.…
If you like your nights out with a Latin soundtrack, Havana Winebar in Charminster will give you an authentic, energetic atmosphere. This venue is open all week serving up cocktails…
When Ask Italian moved from the Lansdowne and into the Bh2 complex in early 2017 there were a lot of questions about who could possible fill their shoes. Would another…
Whether you’re a local or tourist, you’re enjoying retirement or still pondering your first step on the career ladder, when asked to list your favourite things about Bournemouth the beach…
Le Chic is a stylish lounge, bar and nightclub in Bournemouth town centre. They also cater for corporate events and private functions.
Ludo Lounge, one of a growing national chain of “Loungers” is a friendly, quirky establishment along Southbourne Grove high street. The concept of the “Lounge” is just as you would…
Maitai Lounge Bar is a cocktail bar based in Ashley Cross in Parkstone, Poole near Bournemouth, offering a range of spirits and cocktails.
Penn Central is a popular bar and restaurant in the popular and well-heeled district of Penn Hill, near Parkstone in Poole. A lively venue with a warm welcome, Penn Bar…
Revolution is a stylish chain of bars first established back in 1996 and now with 50 venues around the country. Bournemouth’s venue opened in 2012 right in the heart of…
If a conventional night on the tiles isn’t your style or you’re looking for a place with atmosphere to watch the final, Sharkeys Sports Bar is just the ticket. From…
Situated slap bang in the middle of Bournemouth Town Centre off the main Exeter Road, Sixty Million Postcards is the venue of place for all types – for music lovers,…
Possibly not the two most exciting prospects when gearing up for some drinks in town or a meal out, but not looking too deeply at the name, the Slug and…
If you’re looking for an unpretentious venue to meet up with your mates, listen to live music and enjoy great whiskey and cocktails, then Smokin’ Aces in Bournemouth’s popular Triangle…
Whether you’re a wine connoisseur or you’re just after a cosy bite to eat with a good glass of red, Tawny’s Wine Bar in Swanage is a real find. Its…
If you’re after a decent pint and a proper pub lunch on the doorstep of the New Forest, the Galleon Bar in Highcliffe is well worth a visit. This family-run…
Although we love to think Bournemouth is Britain’s tropical hotspot, there are times when *shock, horror* the sun forgets to shine. Fortunately, The Lost Paradise late night cocktail bar, beach…
Whether you’re a local, a student in town or you’ve dabbled in Bournemouth’s nightlife at some point over the last twenty years, the Old Fire Station on Holdenhurst Road will undoubtedly be…
The Xchange is a wine bar and club based in The Triangle and, at 25 years old, is the longest-running gay venue in town. It prides itself on being a…
For traditional Thai food a stone’s throw from the sea, check out Tiien, a Thai restaurant and lounge bar on St Michael’s Road. This high-gloss, yet laid-back venue is decorated…
Sat in a prime position along Boscombe beach promenade, Urban Reef has made a real name for itself since it opened in 2009. It was built by the people behind…