Bournemouth has a good range of restaurants for a seaside town, from fish and chips to formal dining. The fishing boats that head out each day supply restaurants with fresh seafood.
Chez Fred -- 10 Seamoor Rd, Westbourne. A fish and chip shop that has won a string of awards, once dubbed the Best Chip Shop in Britain. Combines takeaway and sit-down restaurant. Booking is recommended at weekends.
West Beach -- Pier Approach. A smart seafood restaurant using locally sourced produce. Won the AA Seafood Restaurant of the Year award in 2005. The relaxed setting and soothing jazz make it a good spot for an evening out.
The Fountain -- Cantonese restaurant offering good-value all-you-can-eat lunch and dinner deals, including vegetarian options.
Bournemouth also has a wide range of international restaurants including Spanish, Italian, Indian and Mexican.