Food & Drink Highlights in Southbourne

Planning a date night in Southbourne? From tapas and Italian dining to locally brewed beer, cocktails and a midweek pub quiz, these six Southbourne spots offer plenty of ideas for an autumn evening out. Discover romantic restaurants, relaxed drinks venues and fun date-night options close to home, including The Larder House, Bodega, Dicky’s, Villa Toscana, The Way Outback and Brewhouse & Kitchen.

Southbourne has welcomed a fresh wave of independent businesses in 2026, with new cafés, restaurants, shops, wellness spaces and local services opening from Southbourne Grove and Seabourne Road to Tuckton, Boscombe East and Pokesdown. Discover new arrivals including Ten Tables Bistro, Batch Bournemouth, South Coast Muscle Fuel and SO·BOHO, plus upcoming openings including Blend On The Grove, Rosemary’s and Clean and Press Coffee.

Discover Conker Distillery in Southbourne, where we enjoyed an evening of cocktails, comedy and community while learning more about Dorset's first gin distillery and its local story.

Discover South Coast Muscle Fuel, Tuckton’s new modern butcher offering quality fresh meat, personalised protein boxes and local delivery.

Discover The Dough Box, a family run mobile pizzeria serving authentic Neapolitan pizzas at Café Riva, Conker Spirit Distillery and events across Dorset, bringing communities together through great food.

Discover Café Riva, Southbourne's much loved clifftop café serving illy coffee, all day dining, New Forest ice cream, wood fired pizzas, community events and breathtaking coastal views.

Discover a little taste of Spain in Southbourne, where traditional tapas, golden paella, refreshing sangria and colourful surroundings create a relaxed, authentic Spanish dining experience.

Discover why Southbourne has become one of Bournemouth’s most exciting places to eat. From artisan sourdough and independent cafés to Spanish tapas, locally sourced seafood, modern British dining and Michelin-recognised tasting menus, Southbourne’s restaurants offer impressive variety within walking distance of the beach. With its relaxed coastal atmosphere, lively evening venues and distinctive local businesses, this neighbourhood has become a standout destination for eating out in Bournemouth.

The Larder House has become one of Southbourne's most loved independent restaurants, combining artisan food, seasonal ingredients and exceptional hospitality in a character-filled setting. Discover why locals and visitors continue to recommend this Southbourne favourite.

Is Southbourne Dorset’s European food capital? Discover its Italian restaurants, Spanish tapas, Greek cuisine, modern European dining and the forthcoming arrival of Rosemary.