
Bournemouth Lahore
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About Bournemouth Lahore
Bournemouth Lahore is a halal Pakistani restaurant in Bournemouth, at 238 Old Christchurch Rd. No alcohol is served, so guests bring their own drinks to go with the meal. The menu mixes Pakistani and Indian dishes in a family-style format, with curries running from jalfrezi to karahi, plus biriyani and keema rice. Starters include onion bhajis and chicken tikka, and poppadoms arrive with relish or a pickle tray. A fixed-menu buffet deal gives diners a starter, a main and a choice of rice or naan. For two people, a set meal combines chicken tikka, mixed vegetable curry, keema naan and pilau rice.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingPaid parking lot · Paid street parking
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance
- Good for kidsGood for kids · Kids' menu · Family-friendly
- DietaryVegan options · Vegetarian options
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention onion bhaji, chicken tikka, set meal and karahi.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention onion bhaji, chicken tikka, set meal and karahi.
Customer Review Summary
The complaints centre on authenticity and flavour. One reviewer says the karahi tasted like an ordinary curry and objects that the Lahori branding does not match a Bangladeshi kitchen. Another says a Charsi Chicken Karahi was mostly bone, arrived sweet instead of the hot and spicy requested, and came back with no extra spice after being sent back. Both found it pricey. One reviewer mentions crumbs left on the window area from earlier diners, and a student discount is noted in passing.
Customer Review Summary
The complaints centre on authenticity and flavour. One reviewer says the karahi tasted like an ordinary curry and objects that the Lahori branding does not match a Bangladeshi kitchen. Another says a Charsi Chicken Karahi was mostly bone, arrived sweet instead of the hot and spicy requested, and came back with no extra spice after being sent back. Both found it pricey. One reviewer mentions crumbs left on the window area from earlier diners, and a student discount is noted in passing.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“Best place for authentic Asian food, especially if you're Asian and looking for familiar flavors. I visited twice—once for lunch and once for dinner—and both experiences were excellent. We were especially served by Eklal Vai, who was amazing. His friendly attitude, attention to detail, and outstanding service made our visits even more enjoyable. The food was delicious, the atmosphere was welcoming, and the overall experience was simply Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious!”
- Google user
“I had a fantastic experience at Bournemouth Lahore. The food was delicious and this was one of the few places that serves halal food without serving alcohol. 👍 The staff were exceptionally friendly. A special shout-out to our waitress, Ekta Sharma, whose outstanding service and warm personality truly made our evening memorable. Highly recommended!”
- Google user
“Had a fantastic meal at Bournemouth Lahore! We went for the set meal for 2 and it was incredible value for money. It came with chicken tikka, onion bhajis (which are easily my favourite thing on the menu!), a tasty mixed vegetable curry, a delicious keema naan, pilau rice, and poppadoms with relish. Everything was fresh, full of flavour, and the portions were generous. The onion bhajis deserve a special mention – crispy on the outside, soft in the middle, and packed with flavour. The staff were friendly and welcoming, and the whole experience was brilliant from start to finish. We'll definitely be back next time we're in Bournemouth. Highly recommend!”
- Google user
“Came here on a whim and little searching online, the restaurant was very well oming and had very nice, polite staff. We enquired about a certain set meal, and all questions were answered. The service was great, food preparation time was brilliant without any sacrifice on flavour. Definitely a place to visit, when you do come next time. Food was great, the chicken tikka pieces and the onion bhaji were succulent and crispy but soft centered, respectively. The mains were just as good, chucking jalfrezi, lamb buna and vegetable curry, very tasty and can cater for all levels of spice. Additional info: -Wheelchair access: Yes -Toilets: Yes -Would I return? Yes”
- Google user
“The biriyani was delicious and the portion sizes were fantastic for a large appetite! Served by friendly staff! They offer 15% student discount! Only downside was the window area had crumbs where people had eaten before but I would definitely go again despite that!”
Highlights
“A menu featuring an array of family-style Pakistani & Indian dishes in a modern, easygoing setting.”
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Popular for solo dining
- Happy hour food
- Small plates
- Vegan options
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Paid parking lot
- Accepts reservations
- No-contact delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Show more amenities
- Family-friendly
- Vegan options
- Cozy
- Onsite services
- Coffee
- Free water refills
- Dining options· 6
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Parking· 1
- Paid street parking
- Service options· 1
- Delivery
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Crowd· 5
- College students
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
- Offerings· 4
- Happy hour food
- Late-night food
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Atmosphere· 1
- Casual
- Family-friendly· 2
- Good for kids
- Kids' menu
Location
Restaurants near Bournemouth Lahore
- Kerala Coffee House4.7600.3 miOutdoor seating
biryani, beef curry, masala chai
- Urban Garden4.61,9780.5 mi£20–40Outdoor seatingVegan optionsVegetarian options
fish and chips, burgers, chips and fries
- Nando's Bournemouth - BH24.31,7030.5 miWheelchair accessible
chicken wings, chicken breast, chips
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bournemouth LahoreVegan options · Vegetarian options · Wheelchair accessible | 4.1956 | — | £10–20 | onion bhaji, chicken tikka, set meal |
| Kerala Coffee HouseOutdoor seating | 4.760 | 0.3 mi | — | biryani, beef curry, masala chai |
| Urban GardenOutdoor seating · Vegan options · Vegetarian options | 4.61,978 | 0.5 mi | £20–40 | fish and chips, burgers, chips and fries |
| Nando's Bournemouth - BH2Wheelchair accessible | 4.31,703 | 0.5 mi | — | chicken wings, chicken breast, chips |
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