The Branksome

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  Purplescorpio

  ·2 months ago

  “This used to be a semi decent pub with three levels of seating including the roof terrace. It's now been taken over and no longer offers NHS discount. Plus the hygiene standards have quite literally gone down the toilet!! They had apparently run out of wine glasses today by the time I arrived at 5:15pm! So everyone's wine was being served in Aperol glasses which clearly hadn't been used or cleaned in forever judging but how disgustingly dirty they were! (see video!). I had to pour my new drink into the glass I had already used as the new glass was so filthy! Spot the difference in the photo (after transferring my drink)! The bar man was miserable, the hand soap in the toilets had already run out by 6pm (and that's not the first time!) and it wasn't even busy! They apparently should open at 12pm every day but many people have complained they don't open until 5pm most days. Definitely WON'T be going back!! Visit The Goat and Tricycle, Smoke 'n' Aces or 99 Cocktail instead.”

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  Lu Costa

  ·2 months ago

  “Disappointing visit on Monday. We ordered a side of chips that arrived heavily coated in salt. My 70-year-old mother should control sodium intake, so I politely asked the staff if they could replace them with an unsalted batch so we could season them ourselves. Instead of accommodating a simple fix, we were told "that's just how they come" and that we would have to pay for an entire second portion if we wanted a replacement. You should review your politics cos refusing a reasonable request over a basic kitchen issue and charging customers twice for edible food is terrible customer service.”

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  Tom Claringbold

  ·11 months ago

  “Contemporary pub. Friendly and helpful staff. Good selection of drinks on tap. Stopped in for late lunch and plenty of tables available, didn't have to wait long for food, would recommend. Baby changing facilities too and high chairs which was super helpful for us.”

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  Emily Patfield

  ·1 year ago

  “We had a lovely afternoon enjoying a bottomless brunch. The £35 bottomless brunch including cocktails gave us very good value for money. It was a rainy Saturday afternoon so we knew we would be here for a while so we opted for the bottomless brunch. The food was excellent (chicken waffles and signature burger) and we had freshly made cocktails all for £35! We would have spent more than that individually for the hours we were here. Our waitress Scarlett was attentive and always made sure we had a cocktail on the go, so thank you! We wouldn't hesitate to visit again. The cocktails and food was all great, and we loved the music choice!”

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  Firat Cakkalkurt

  ·1 year ago

  “This pub is an absolute gem in Bournemouth. From the moment you step inside, you’re welcomed by a warm and cosy atmosphere. The lighting, with its hanging lamps, creates just the right level of ambience—soft yet sufficient. The upper floor, accessible by a staircase, offers a great view of the lower level, adding a sense of openness to the space. The menu has recently been updated, and I must say, it’s a fantastic improvement. I had the Crafthouse Signature Burger, Big Cheese Waffle Fries, and Buttermilk Chicken Tenders—all excellent, but the burger and chicken tenders stood out. The Crafthouse Signature Burger is easily one of the best in Bournemouth. The patty was incredibly juicy and tender, cooked to perfection with a beautifully seared crust. The brioche bun was complementing the texture of the burger perfectly. The only slight downside was that the mustard was a bit overpowering, making it harder to fully appreciate the craft sauce, but overall, it was still a top-tier burger. The waffle fries were perfectly crispy on the outside and fluffy inside, just as they should be. The buttermilk chicken tenders had an amazing crunch while remaining moist and flavourful inside—some of the best I’ve had. The drinks selection is equally impressive. I tried their Branksome Nitro Stout, and it was spot on—rich, creamy, and silky smooth, with just the right balance of coffee and chocolate notes. Service was outstanding, with a friendly and knowledgeable team. A special thanks to James, who was incredibly attentive and gave great recommendations. His insights into both the food and beer made the experience even better. If you’re looking for a place in Bournemouth that combines a great pub atmosphere with seriously good food, this is the spot. Highly recommended!”

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  paul brown

  ·1 year ago

  “Very quiet on the night I visited. I asked for a recommendation on a good beer for around a fiver. , I was allowed to try the pilsner, which I bought for £5.60. Very nice beer for a fair price in the impressive surroundings. Nicely decorated and an impressive looking menu. Look forward to returning.”

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  Sebastian Jensen

  ·1 year ago

  “Awesome place with amazing burgers. On the terrace there is these nice beach cottages typically for bournemouth, we just live the place so much so we vent back two days in a row. Not to forget their own beers, also very nice”

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  Lucy Joy

  ·2 years ago

  “We visited while on holiday and first impressions were excellent, we ordered at the bar as the app was not working, and were told after ordering (and paying) that certain items were not available. We ordered alternatives which were not as expensive and were not even offered the difference back or any acknowledgement that we had now overpaid. The food was average, slightly burnt cold burger buns and all the meals were just a bit plain overall. Definitely deserve the 3 stars for the decor and lovely atmosphere of the place.”

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  Richard Davies

  ·3 years ago

  “Visited twice in a month so can't be bad! First visit was with a gifted voucher so booked online. It was quite early 12.30pm and midweek. Was very quiet when we arrived, wasn't even sure it was open. Only one person on the bar and also hosting, needed to call the manager to help with the voucher. Once sorted, we were told we could sit anywhere, we chose upstairs which had one other table busy. Service was a bit slow but once we ordered the drinks and food arrived quickly. Burgers were OK, better than Weatherspoons and would have another but wouldn't travel out of my way just for the burgers. 2 weeks later, was in the area with relatives so popped in for a pint and a lunchtime bite to eat. Had the dogs with us which wasn't a problem. It was Saturday lunchtime so very busy. Found a table and used the online at the table ordering, was great! Drinks arrived very quickly after ordering, friendly service. Food followed soon after the drinks and was again good, not amazing but empty plates speak for themselves. Overall a good experience and if in the area its a good pint and reasonable place to eat.”

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  Gavin Russell

  ·3 years ago

  “A good place, we were a big group of 18 people. They looked after us, food ok, good food for large group but not amazing. Dishes with gravy not great - very sweet. Salad good. And beer-can chicken good. A large venue with lots of side rooms. Have fun.”