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El Gourmet is a fully interactive new online restaurant guide aimed at the discerning food lover who is looking for a special fine dining experience within the Dorset and Hampshire region. We aim to introduce you to a gastronomic experience on your doorstep, whilst enticing you to travel further a field in search of the best food in the area.You will find exclusive restaurants that offer the best in food, ambiance and service, as well that extra little something that can only be found in establishments that put quality at the top of their agenda. Whether you’re looking for a small intimate dining room or a bustling restaurant, el Gourmet offers the best fine dining experience your area has to offer.

Look out for the Editor’s Review on selected restaurants and Featured restaurants of the month. Once you have tried and tested these fabulous restaurants you also have the opportunity to come back and tell us your personal review! This will be featured onto the site so that fellow connoisseur‘s can share your dining experience.


Events of 2009
el Gourmet is a supporter of Dorset Food Week and were at the Romsey Show at Broadlands Park on the 12th September 2009 and the Feast of Dorset show at Deans Court in Wimborne on the 19th and 20th September 2009.

We also sponsored Screen Bites at over 19 venues on the 8th-31st October 2009 and Mark Hix’s exclusive Kitchen Table where he invited a select few individuals to share his culinary secrets once a month from September through to December.


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Hotel du Vin & Bistro, Poole

One of the newest additions to the Hotel du Vin family of luxury boutique hotels, Hotel du Vin Poole is situated in the Former Mansion House, in close proximity to Poole Harbour, famous for its long boating tradition and spectacular natural beauty. Popular with both guests and locals Hotel du Vin and Bistro is proudly one of the finest restaurants in Poole.

T. +44 (0) 1202 785570      

W. http://www.hotelduvin.com      

A. Hotel du Vin & Bistro, Thames Street, The Quay, Poole, BH15 1JN

Moonfleet Manor

Moonfleet Manor, overlooking the world famous Chesil Beach and the Fleet Lagoon, is set in the heart of some of England’s least discovered, yet most staggeringly beautiful countryside. This handsome Georgian manor presides over a naturally inspirational location of world heritage status.

T. +44 (0) 1305 786948      

W. http://www.moonfleetmanorhotel.co.uk      

A. Fleet Rd, Fleet, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 4ED

harbar at Harbour Heights

With breathtaking views that change mood with the weather, this boutique hotel and restaurant is contemporary elegance at its very best. Serving exquisite, award-winning cuisine in the harbar bistro the Harbour Heights makes any visit special.

T. +44 (0) 1202 707272      

W. http://www.fjbhotels.co.uk      

A. Harbour Heights, Haven Road, Sandbanks, Poole, Dorset, BH13 7LW

La Fleur de Lys

La Fleur de Lys is one of highest rated small hotels in Shaftesbury, and home to David, Mary and Marc, who offer a warm welcome. The restaurant has been established in Shaftesbury for 17 years and has built up an enviable reputation for fine cuisine using some of the best quality ingredients to be found both locally and from further afield.

T. +44 (0) 1747 853717      

E. info@lafleurdelys.co.uk      

W. http://www.lafleurdelys.co.uk      

A. Shaftesbury, Dorset, SP7 8AW

1812 Lounge

As with the architecture of this historic building, 1812 mixes the important traditional elements with more contemporary themes. This flows through to the menus, offering old century established cocktails balanced with an excellent range of new century drinks. Head chef Francis Baumer describes his food as: “Classically British/French cuisine with modern twists: Fine dining in a brassiere style. Our food is full of flavour and uses as much local produce as possible. I am very proud of our achievements so far, but we are always looking to push forward and raise our standards”. To compliment the menu, new and old world wines stand shoulder to shoulder to offer customers the best possible choice.

T. +44 (0) 1202 203050      

E. tables@eighteen-twelve.com      

W. http://eighteen-twelve.com      

A. The Royal Exeter Hotel, Exeter Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH2 5AG

Loch Fyne, Poole

Loch Fyne is a name synonymous with quality seafood, and the popular Canford Cliffs restaurant is no exception. The colonial style building is beautiful inside and out and the menu and ambience guarantee a relaxing place to enjoy delicious, fresh seafood.

T. +44 (0) 1202 609000      

E. poole@lochfyne.net      

W. http://www.lochfyne.com      

A. 47 Haven Road, Canford Cliffs, Poole, Dorset, BH13 7LH

The Old House Hotel

Located on one of the finest village squares in England in a handsome Grade II listed building, The Old House Hotel and Restaurant in Wickham offers a unique ambience. Now under new ownership, The Old House offers the highest levels of refinement and cuisine to enhance your visit.

T. +44 (0) 1329 833049      

E. enquiries@oldhousehotel.co.uk      

W. http://www.oldhousehotel.co.uk      

A. The Square, Wickham, Hampshire, PO17 5JG

Esseborne Manor

Esseborne, is a Victorian country house sitting high on the hill above the lovely Bourne Valley, and was for 80 years a private country retreat. Now it is a hotel and restaurant that manages to retain the homely feel whilst offering luxurious accommodation and first-class food.

T. +44 (0) 1264 736444      

E. info@esseborne-manor.co.uk      

W. http://www.esseborne-manor.co.uk      

A. Hurstbourne Tarrant, Andover, Hampshire, SP11 0ER

Bates Restaurant

Bates is a charming family restaurant run by husband and wife team Cheryl and John Bates. For the last six years they have been providing their many regular customers with traditional home-cooked food from their diverse menu of British classics.

T. +44 (0) 1202 240310      

E. johnbates456@hotmail.com      

W. http://www.batesrestaurant.co.uk      

A. 350 Charminster Road, Bournemouth, BH8 9RX

The Langton Arms

The Langton Arms is a 17th century thatched inn in the peaceful and picturesque hamlet of Tarrant Monkton, set amongst some of the most beautiful English countryside, little changed over the past century.

T. +44 (0) 1258 830225      

E. info@thelangtonarms.co.uk      

W. http://www.thelangtonarms.co.uk      

A. Tarrant Monkton, Nr Blandford, Dorset, DT11 8RX