Panoramic Views of Poole Harbour
Our Sandbanks restaurant is the perfect spot near to Poole and Bournemouth to enjoy classically prepared fish and seafood in a sophisticated environment with unrivalled views of the harbour and Brownsea Island beyond.
This inspiring coastal setting is the ideal location to sample Rick’s iconic seafood dishes such whole Dover sole, lobster thermidor or Dorset oysters with cabernet sauvignon vinegar – plus our great value weekday set lunch menu (three courses £27.95). All complemented with some of Rick and Charlie Stein’s favourite wines that perfectly pair with our menus.
Bar Dining
Book a table in our bar dining space, which offers our full a la carte menu. It’s perfect for a quiet lunch or relaxed family dinner, overlooking our shellfish bar.
Impromptu visits and pre-dinner drinks are welcome in our bar, where we offer full table service and an extensive range of cocktails and drinks. Perfect with freshly shucked oysters or a few appetisers.
Restaurant Info
It’s time to eat, drink and be merry with your friends, family and colleagues. Join us for your festive celebration to enjoy our special festive menu – available for both lunch and dinner. Expect a menu full of Rick’s seasonal dishes, including Christmas pudding for dessert.
Christmas menu available: Friday 26th November – Sunday 2nd January.
Lunch: 2 courses for £28 | 3 courses for £31
Dinner: 3 courses for £35 includes a festive Campari Fizz cocktail on arrival (must be pre-booked)
We are delighted to offer weekend breakfast 8.30am-10.30am every Saturday and Sunday served in our harbour view restaurant.
Join us after your morning wander on the beach for a cup of great coffee and a light bite from our breakfast menu.
Read the menu or book your table here
Special occasion or as a surprise for someone, why not book a complimentary pick up and or drop off home in our Mercedes Benz (courtesy of Sandown Mercedes-Benz of Poole).
Available Thursday AND Friday evenings from 6pm, Saturday all day and Sunday lunchtimes 12pm until 2.30pm for postcodes BH4, BH12, BH13, BH14 and BH15. Available to book online here.
Please note this service is subject to availability.
Children are welcome to join us in all areas of the restaurant. Please include children of all ages in your reservation.
Please note that we do not allow pushchairs or prams in our Harbour View restaurant.
Our children’s menu, suitable for those under 12 includes:
Starters
Tomato soup 3.95
Moules marinière 4.95
Carrot and cucumber dipping sticks 3.95
Main courses
Tomato Pasta with basil, pesto and cherry tomatoes 6.95
Fish and chips with garden peas and homemade tartare sauce 6.95
4oz rump steak with chips and salad 8.95
Desserts
Jelly and ice cream 4.00
Sticky toffee pudding 4.00
Chocolate brownie with hot fudge sauce and clotted cream 4.00
You can enjoy some of our restaurant classics from Rick Stein, Sandbanks at home by ordering a takeaway online or on our app. Choose from favourites like fish and chips, salt and pepper prawns and crab linguine, plus a selection of homemade desserts to finish.
Takeaway opening times: Every day,12noon – 8pm
DOWNLOAD OUR APP TO ORDER AND COLLECT
PRE-ORDER ONLINE FOR COLLECTION
KEEPING YOU SAFE
The safety of our team and guests remains the number one priority, so our staff are still wearing face masks. We encourage our guests to wear face masks while moving around our restaurants to protect themselves and those around them. We also recommend downloading the NHS app, so you can quickly check-in to Track & Trace when you arrive.
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 for morning coffee and lunch. We ask that dogs leave the restaurant at 5pm.
Unfortunately dogs are not permitted on our outdoor terrace.
DRESS CODE
We have a relaxed dining atmosphere, so welcome guests to wear whatever they feel comfortable in. Most opt for smart-casual.
STEIN’S AT HOME
Enjoy a Rick Stein dining experience delivered to your door with Stein’s at Home. Our team does all the hard work so you simply have to finish your favourite three course menu in your own kitchen before serving.
