The Kings Restaurant
Served in a smart dining room with a buzzy atmosphere, the 15 Mile/£15 Menu offers excellent value for three courses, with all dishes made using ingredients sourced within 15 miles of the restaurant.

Address: The Kings Arms, 18 Castle Street, Christchurch | Telephone: 01202 858 9184 |

Larderhouse
The Larderhouse celebrates its second anniversary this month - popular with locals, its hearty fare is based around a wood-fired oven.

Address: 4 Southbourne Grove, Southbourne | Telephone: 01202 424 687 |

WestBeach
Delicious seafood served in the best location in Bournemouth, right on the beach. The hot shellfish selection with chips (£25) is sublime, or try local crab thermidor with pilaf rice (£19), all with free sea views from both inside and on the outdoor decking.

Address: Pier Approach | Telephone: 01202 587 785 |

The Green House Hotel
You can expect local and organic ingredients beautifully served and presented at this stylish eco-friendly restaurant in the centre of Bournemouth. Mrs Tees's wild mushrooms (picked from the New Forest) with local chorizo on toast (£6.50) are sublime or go the whole hog with the six-course tasting menu (£45), washed down with an award-winning Dorset sparkling wine.

Address: 4 Grove Road | Telephone: 01202 498 900 |