Hive Beach Cafe
6 August 2026
This beach café right by the sea on Chesil Bank bagged the Coast magazine award for Best Coastal Café, Pub or Restaurant 2009. Local fish and shellfish are specialities.
Food and Drink near Bridport
1
Hive Beach Cafe
This beach café right by the sea on Chesil Bank bagged the Coast magazine award for Best Coastal Café, Pub or Restaurant 2009. Local fish and shellfish are specialities.
2
The George Inn
Enjoy a (not so) swift pint by the cosy log fire in winter or out in the patio garden in summer at this 17th Century thatched country inn. Lunch and dinner menus include locally sourced seafood and meats. You can enjoy a locally brewed pint of Palmers ale while the kids play on the giant Jenga. Booking is advisable in summer.
3
Red Lion
A traditional 18th century coaching house which has been restored and now offers a comfortable place to stop off for a drink or meal. The menu offers pub classics and there is a skittle alley and beer garden available.
4
Hare & Hounds
Home cooked food is a speciality here with Sunday roasts being a favourite. There's a play area, large garden and decking with views over the countryside. Dogs are welcome.
5
The Half Moon
A grade II 17th Century thatched village pub, the award winning Half Moon offers a seasonal menu and daily specials crafted with local produce. With proud oak beams and cosy inglenooks, this pub is perfect for all months with a suntrap beer garden for the summer and roaring open fires in the winter. Dogs are welcome and there is a play corner for kids too.
6
The Spyway Inn
A traditional English country pub with amazing views of the Dorset countryside. Locals, walkers and cyclists are made very welcome and it's the perfect place for refreshments after a climb up nearby Eggardon Hill. Bring your dog, they are welcome too.
7
The Shave Cross Inn
Centrally located in pretty Marshwood Vale, The Shave Cross Inn is a popular thatched Grade II listed building with origins as far back as the 1400's. There's a delightful beer garden perfect for al fresco dining and booking is essential.
8
The Anchor Inn Seatown
Fresh produce from both land and sea, this place has a good reputation. Local suppliers and local inspiration ensure the spirit of Dorset shines through. Plus the setting is pretty special.
9
The New Inn
Situated in the heart of the village, this 17th century thatched inn offers a warm welcome, Palmers beer and a locally sourced menu. Enjoy the beer garden in summer. Dogs are welcome.
10
Crown Inn
A beautiful 16th century thatched pub centrally located in the village. There's a large beer garden where you can while away the hours looking at the fabulous views of the Bride Valley.
Food and Drink near Bridport
'Need to find the best places near Bridport for Food and Drink. We have listed 30 Pubs, Cafes and Restaurants, reviewed by people who have tried them.'
The George Inn
21 September 2025
Enjoy a (not so) swift pint by the cosy log fire in winter or out in the patio garden in summer at this 17th Century thatched country inn. Lunch and dinner menus include locally sourced seafood and meats. You can enjoy a locally brewed pint of Palmers ale while the kids play on the giant Jenga. Booking is advisable in summer.
Red Lion
12 June 2025
A traditional 18th century coaching house which has been restored and now offers a comfortable place to stop off for a drink or meal. The menu offers pub classics and there is a skittle alley and beer garden available.
Hare & Hounds
12 June 2025
Home cooked food is a speciality here with Sunday roasts being a favourite. There's a play area, large garden and decking with views over the countryside. Dogs are welcome.
The Half Moon
16 October 2023
A grade II 17th Century thatched village pub, the award winning Half Moon offers a seasonal menu and daily specials crafted with local produce. With proud oak beams and cosy inglenooks, this pub is perfect for all months with a suntrap beer garden for the summer and roaring open fires in the winter. Dogs are welcome and there is a play corner for kids too.
The Spyway Inn
15 October 2023
A traditional English country pub with amazing views of the Dorset countryside. Locals, walkers and cyclists are made very welcome and it's the perfect place for refreshments after a climb up nearby Eggardon Hill. Bring your dog, they are welcome too.
The Shave Cross Inn
2 October 2023
Centrally located in pretty Marshwood Vale, The Shave Cross Inn is a popular thatched Grade II listed building with origins as far back as the 1400's. There's a delightful beer garden perfect for al fresco dining and booking is essential.
The Anchor Inn Seatown
29 September 2023
Fresh produce from both land and sea, this place has a good reputation. Local suppliers and local inspiration ensure the spirit of Dorset shines through. Plus the setting is pretty special.
The New Inn
23 November 2022
Situated in the heart of the village, this 17th century thatched inn offers a warm welcome, Palmers beer and a locally sourced menu. Enjoy the beer garden in summer. Dogs are welcome.
Crown Inn
5 October 2022
A beautiful 16th century thatched pub centrally located in the village. There's a large beer garden where you can while away the hours looking at the fabulous views of the Bride Valley.