Panoramic Views of Poole Harbour
Perched on the edge of Poole Harbour, our glass-walled dining room lets you feast on the freshest catch while watching passing sails, fishing boats and the gentle ebb of the tide. It’s the sort of view that makes lunch drift happily into the afternoon and by evening, with the lights beginning to dance across the water, it’s a setting that feels made for seafood.
This season, lobster takes centre stage, served three ways to showcase its delicate, sweet flavour. Whether grilled with garlic butter, baked into a classic thermidor or brought to life with vibrant Goan spices, each dish is a reminder of how good shellfish from our own waters is.
Our team are there to share a little of the story behind each dish, to suggest a glass of wine that lifts it further and sometimes to bring a touch of theatre with food finished at the table. And then there’s the harbour itself, the view that ties it all together, particularly as the sun dips and the water glows.
New Bar Menu
Downstairs, the bar has taken on a life of its own with a new menu from Rick and Jack, that’s a little more laid-back than upstairs. Seafood is still at the heart of things, but here it’s about dropping in for something easy, a plate of tempura, a few tacos or sushi with a cold drink, or maybe one of the bigger dishes like lobster, egg and chips – Jill’s favourite.
It’s the sort of place you can wander into straight from the beach, no need for a booking, just a warm welcome and a bite to eat in a more casual setting.
Summer Spritz Party
Friday 29th August | From 6pm
We’re throwing an End of Summer Spritz Party, and you’re invited.
Come and join us in the bar from 6pm for a relaxed evening of music, good vibes and spritz cocktails that taste like summer in a glass. Ed Stein will be DJing live to keep the party going.
We’ll have plenty of different spritzes on the menu, think zesty, floral, bitter and bubbly, perfect for kicking off your weekend. And if you’re feeling peckish, our bar menu’s there for you too.
No tickets or fuss, just pop in and enjoy.
Make the most of summer with our fixed price menu – 3 courses for £40
Take a seat, soak up the sunshine and enjoy three seasonal courses for £40 in our harbour view restaurant. Tuck into dishes like whole grilled sardines, perfectly cooked rump steak or Chalk Stream trout, followed by puddings such as pineapple tarte tatin or a raspberry crème brûlée.
A delicious way to dine this summer.
Available Monday to Thursday 12pm – 4pm
Book your table here.
Step straight off the beach and into our relaxed bar for something new to Sandbanks. We’ve listened to your feedback and are excited to bring you a new menu, just for the downstairs bar.
Think tacos, sushi, burgers, tempura and salads, alongside a few larger mains including firm favourite, fish and chips.
Served 12noon – 9pm, every day.
Our events are always about coming together over great food and drink, trying new dishes that aren’t always on the menu and discovering hints and tips from our experts chefs.
Look forward to food and drink experiences, live music and dinners hosted here in Sandbanks.
Children
We believe family meals should feel like a treat, not a test. Our children’s menu is full of favourites, all £7.50, and if it’s one of those days when only a feast will do, you can add a Cawston Press juice and a scoop of Treleavens Cornish ice cream for £2.50 more.
While you settle in, we’ll bring over some complimentary hummus and colourful crudités to keep small appetites content, and there are highchairs and plenty to keep little hands busy with our fisherman explorer booklet – it invites budding young seafood fans to try something new too.
Children of all ages are very welcome in both of our restaurants. We’ll always do our best to accommodate you comfortably, please just note that prams may need to be safely stored downstairs during your visit.
Dogs
While dogs are very welcome in our downstairs bar. If you’d like to enjoy the à la carte menu with your dog, just let us know when booking and we’ll happily seat you downstairs.
We can accommodate tables up to 30 in our Bar Dining area, perfect for group get togethers and work functions. Our team create bespoke packages for larger groups with a selection of canapés and buffet options to suit a variety of events.
We can only accommodate tables up to 8 guests in the Harbour View restaurant and can’t guarantee that larger groups booking separate tables will be sat close to each other.
Tables of 12 or more will be required to pre-order and our team will be in contact prior to your booking to arrange this.
Book your table here or email our team to discuss your group booking: [email protected]
We also offer bespoke masterclasses for groups of 8 – 24, visit our events page or contact our team for more information: [email protected]
Start your day with a hearty breakfast and a cup of good coffee – the perfect pairing for a catch-up with friends or a quiet hour with the newspaper. Enjoy your breakfast overlooking Poole Harbour.
View our sample menu here.
Breakfast in the bar: Monday to Friday, 10am – 11am
Breakfast in the harbour view restaurant: Saturday and Sunday, 8:30am – 10am
During the warmer months, our terrace offers the perfect spot for drinks and small plates, with a front-row seat to stunning harbour views and sunshine from around 1:30pm each day. Join us for cocktails in the sun while it lasts.
We don’t take bookings on the terrace, but come along and we’ll find you a table as soon as we can.
You can enjoy our famous fish and chips and mushy peas at home by ordering a takeaway online or on our app.
You can now order on Deliveroo here.
Takeaway opening times: Sunday to Thursday: 12pm – 3pm and 5pm – 9pm, Friday to Saturday: 12pm – 10pm
DOWNLOAD OUR APP TO ORDER AND COLLECT
PRE-ORDER ONLINE FOR COLLECTION
TRAVELLING TO THE RESTAURANT
Sandbanks is popular for visitors in Poole and Bournemouth, it’s important to plan ahead. Please allow plenty of time in order to travel and park during the summer months. The pay and display car park opposite the restaurant can be very busy during the summer / good weather days.
WINDOW TABLES
We will always do our best to accommodate requests for our limited window tables, but we are unable to guarantee or allocate on booking as we need to retain flexibility and write our table plans daily.
TABLE ALLOCATION
Our allocated table times should enable you to have a relaxed dining experience. If you reach the end of your table allocation we may ask that you retire to our bar to finish your post dinner drinks or coffee.
DOGS
Dogs are welcome to join you in the bar. We have a limited number of bookable tables and you are welcome on a walk-in basis. Unfortunately dogs are not permitted on our outdoor terrace or harbour view restaurant.
DRESS CODE
We have a relaxed dining atmosphere, so welcome guests to wear whatever they feel comfortable in. Most opt for smart-casual. However we do ask guests to refrain from wearing beachwear and request that they wear shoes.
CELEBRATION CAKES
We love celebrating special moments with you, and if you’d like to bring your own cake, we’re happy to accommodate with a small £5 per person fee. This covers the service essentials like plating and utensils to make sure everything’s just right. Want to explore our dessert options instead? Our Pastry Chefs have plenty of creations to please the whole table. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions, we’re here to help.
