
El Murrino
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About El Murrino
El Murrino is an independent, family-run Italian restaurant in Bournemouth, at 154 Old Christchurch Rd. The open-plan kitchen is built around a large wood fired oven, so diners can watch the chefs at work while they eat. The menu includes pizza, among them a vegetarian pizza with fresh basil, along with pasta and a seafood risotto with mussels and prawns. A side salad is available to go with the mains. Waiting staff provide table service at the tables. The kitchen keeps running late, which makes the restaurant an option for late-night meals.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingPaid street parking
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, restroom, seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids · High chairs · Kids' menu
- DietaryVegan options · Vegetarian options
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention wood fired pizza, seafood risotto, vegetarian pizza and outdoor tables by park.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention wood fired pizza, seafood risotto, vegetarian pizza and outdoor tables by park.
Customer Review Summary
Most reviewers come for the wood fired pizza, praised as perfectly cooked with fresh ingredients, including a vegetarian pizza topped with fresh basil and one shaped like a heart. Close behind is the seafood risotto, described as cooked to perfection and loaded with mussels and prawns, while a generous side salad also gets a mention. Diners repeatedly describe a warm welcome and friendly, attentive waiting staff, and one parent notes the kitchen made a pizza exactly to their autistic daughter's liking after a phone call and the staff moved the family to a corner table. A group arriving shortly before closing was still welcomed and not rushed, and the fenced outdoor tables with park views drew praise. Reviewers also call the portions big and the prices reasonable. The one complaint comes from a delivery order that took ages to arrive, with a pizza that came raw and barely warm. Several say they will definitely return.
Customer Review Summary
Most reviewers come for the wood fired pizza, praised as perfectly cooked with fresh ingredients, including a vegetarian pizza topped with fresh basil and one shaped like a heart. Close behind is the seafood risotto, described as cooked to perfection and loaded with mussels and prawns, while a generous side salad also gets a mention. Diners repeatedly describe a warm welcome and friendly, attentive waiting staff, and one parent notes the kitchen made a pizza exactly to their autistic daughter's liking after a phone call and the staff moved the family to a corner table. A group arriving shortly before closing was still welcomed and not rushed, and the fenced outdoor tables with park views drew praise. Reviewers also call the portions big and the prices reasonable. The one complaint comes from a delivery order that took ages to arrive, with a pizza that came raw and barely warm. Several say they will definitely return.
Featured reviews
- Kirsty Howells
“We have had a lovely family meal at El Murrino tonight. I phoned before visiting as my daughter is autistic and is extremely fussy and to my relief they were able to make her pizza the way she wanted it! Our waiter, Leo was so accommodating- moved us to a different table as my daughter prefers to sit in a corner and put her and my son at ease straight away. He was friendly, welcoming and attentive. The food was absolutely amazing! Cannot fault this restaurant at all- definitely worth a visit. Thank you ☺️”
- Briana Fitzgerald
“I absolutely love this place, it’s a go to when going out for a nice meal. The food is delicious, affordable and big portions too. Staff are all so friendly and quick and it is a lovely atmosphere.”
- TATSIANA
“My husband and I went to El Murrino., an Italian restaurant, for dinner today. Pavel greeted us warmly and helped us choose from a wide selection of dishes and drinks. Our orders arrived very quickly. The food and drinks were delicious. The service and atmosphere were wonderful. We'll definitely be back. I highly recommend this place; I'm sure you'll be satisfied. Thank you again, thank you, thank you!!!;))”
- Spooky Spooky
“Myself and some friends arrived in Bournemouth very late, and were struggling to find places that still had their kitchen open. Despite dragging ourselves in 20 minutes before closing, we were welcomed warmly and treated wonderfully. The staff let us know what was happening without making us feel rushed, and the food and drinks were both delicious. We really enjoyed the little tables outside - the way that it’s fenced in makes it feel less like you’re just sitting out on the pavement, and the views of the park across the road were lovely. I will be very keen to come back here the next time we visit Bournemouth.”
- Xhentil Sopaj
“I had a fantastic experience here, and a big part of that was thanks to our waiter, Pasha. He went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. He checked on us so many times to ask if we needed anything, always with a genuine smile and a great attitude. His professionalism, kindness, and attention to detail made us feel truly welcome and well looked after. It’s rare to receive service like this these days. Pasha is an absolute credit to the restaurant, and I hope his hard work gets the recognition it deserves. I highly recommend this place, and if you get served by Pasha, you’re in excellent hands!”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
“El Murrino is an independent, family run Italian restaurant in Bournemouth town centre who are passionate about creating delicious Italian dishes. Our bright, modern restaurant provides the perfect surroundings to enjoy the tastes of Italy in a casual, vibrant but relaxed atmosphere. We have an open plan kitchen so you are able to watch our chefs hard at work using our wood fired oven. So what are you waiting for?! Whether you're after a fresh margherita pizza or a steaming hot lasagne, make sure you pop down and experience our fantastic selection of Italian food!”
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Popular for solo dining
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Paid street parking
- Accepts reservations
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
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- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Family-friendly
- Vegan options
- Bar onsite
- Cozy
- Offerings· 13
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Free water refills
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
- Service options· 1
- Onsite services
- Dining options· 6
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Family-friendly· 3
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
- Planning· 1
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Highlights· 3
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Atmosphere· 2
- Casual
- Trendy
- Crowd· 3
- College students
- Groups
- Tourists
- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Location
Italian restaurants near El Murrino
- Vicolo4.78750.2 mi
wood-fired pizza, carbonara, lasagne
- Puro Gusto4.82760.2 mi£30–60
fresh homemade pasta, mussels, ragu
- 0.4 mi£20–30
pizza, chicken bacon avocado salad, tastecard discount
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Murrino | 4.62,224 | — | £10–20 | wood fired pizza, seafood risotto, vegetarian pizza |
| Vicolo | 4.7875 | 0.2 mi | — | wood-fired pizza, carbonara, lasagne |
| Puro Gusto | 4.8276 | 0.2 mi | £30–60 | fresh homemade pasta, mussels, ragu |
| Prezzo Italian Restaurant Bournemouth West Central | 4.41,246 | 0.4 mi | £20–30 | pizza, chicken bacon avocado salad, tastecard discount |
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