The Coconut Tree Bournemouth

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  Deep Patel

  ·1 week ago

  “Good food. Been here before many times and always great service. Best Mocktail specially Pina colada by Joyti and service by Aaron.”

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  Liz Keeble

  ·2 months ago

  “My daughter and I were holidaying in Bournemouth and wanted to eat something we hadn’t eaten before. We’d shortlisted TCT and then booked through First Table. It far exceeded our expectations. Wow!! Great selection of cocktails (which are always on a deal). The food is absolutely outstanding. Our host described it as “Sri Lankan tapas” so we ordered a variety of dishes including an egg hopper to start then chicken katthu, fish curry, goat curry and fat sister. We had more than enough food for both of us. All dishes were exceptionally tasty. Service was excellent - very friendly. We were early so it was quiet but the decor and aesthetic is great so I imagine with a fuller house the joint would be jumping. This is definitely not be missed!!”

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  Damann18 Mann

  ·2 months ago

  “First impressions as you walk in the place smells like a toilet. No idea how this isn’t blatant to the staff but that’s already off putting. Look at the menu and nothing stands out, I ask for help from the staff and recommendations- one such recommendation was the fish curry. Iv never tasted anything so colourful yet has no taste. The fish was way too rubbery to be fully cooked, the sauce was just colored water with zero flavor. My partner had the chicken curry and she had the same impression. I look around and there are dirty tables everywhere that were empty when we got on but no one cleaned it the whole time. Having to try and eat with toilet smell constantly assaulting your nose. Honestly will never go there again. In the end we left most of the food because we just couldn’t force ourselves to eat it. It was disgusting. Overall terrible experience. Terrible flavorless food, small portions for the price, not very clean venue. Don’t waste your money.”

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  David Augustus

  ·2 months ago

  “The Coconut Tree Bournemouth serves some great food. The waitress who took our order did mention that the portions were on the smaller side and that ordering about three dishes would be best to get us full. We only realized what she meant after the food had finally arrived and we had eaten it. We ordered the chicken kottu (their MVP) and the mixed fried rice. They were both quite spicy. I usually don’t like spicy food, but the flavours literally had me crying—not just because of the heat, but also with joy because of how delicious they were. This was my first time trying Sri Lankan cuisine, and I’m already in love!”

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  Stella Gabriel

  ·3 months ago

  “This was our first time dining here, and we had a wonderful experience. The food was absolutely delicious, including the kids’ meals. The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming. A special thank you to the Tamil staff member, whose genuine smile and warm kindness made us feel so comfortable throughout our visit. Her positive attitude truly stood out and made our experience even more memorable. Thank you so much 😊”

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  David Geraghty

  ·3 months ago

  “We’ve visited The Coconut Tree several times over the years, but this was our first time back in about a year. Our first impression was that it seemed to have lost a little of its usual energy and charm. The most important thing, though, was the food, and as always it was excellent — and we feel good value for money. A few things let the experience down: the table was slightly sticky, and all the crockery and glasses brought to our table throughout the meal were still there when we left after having three courses — at no point did anyone come over to clear away used plates or glasses. There was also a shortage of beers — despite having several on tap, we were told only a couple were actually available, and only in cans. We hope this is just a small blip rather than a decline, and that this lovely restaurant keeps its standards up for many years to come.””

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  Kirstie Stockley-Whiffin

  ·3 months ago

  “We loved this restaurant the last time we came down. So we came back yesterday with our family. Lots of dishes to try that a packed full of flavour. The cocktails are delicious! I'd like to add a special mention to Whitney for giving our little daughter the best experience and being so lovely. Everyone else was also very welcoming and helpful. We will definitely be back!”

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  Amila Pathum

  ·3 months ago

  “⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ As Sri Lankans, we’re always excited to find restaurants that truly capture the authentic flavours of home, and The Coconut Tree Bournemouth did not disappoint! 🇱🇰 The food was absolutely delicious, packed with authentic Sri Lankan spices and flavours that brought back so many memories. Every dish was fresh, beautifully presented, and full of taste. The atmosphere was vibrant and welcoming, making it a great place to enjoy a meal with family or friends. The staff were incredibly friendly, attentive, and made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. It’s wonderful to see Sri Lankan cuisine being represented so well in Bournemouth. We had a fantastic experience and will definitely be coming back. Highly recommended to anyone who wants to try authentic Sri Lankan street food or simply enjoy an amazing meal. Keep up the great work! ❤️🇱🇰”

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  Mark Sutton

  ·4 months ago

  “I recently visited The Coconut Tree in Bournemouth and had an absolutely fantastic experience from start to finish. A special mention has to go to Jyoti, who looked after me throughout my visit. Her service was exceptional – warm, friendly, attentive and genuinely welcoming. She took the time to explain the menu, made some great recommendations and ensured everything was perfect without ever being intrusive. It’s rare to receive service that makes you feel so valued as a customer, and Jyoti certainly achieved that. For my meal, I chose the goat curry with sticky rice, and it was simply superb. The goat was beautifully tender, packed with flavour and cooked to perfection. The curry itself had a wonderful balance of spices, delivering authentic Sri Lankan flavours that were both rich and comforting. Paired with the sticky rice, it was one of the best curry dishes I’ve had in a long time. Every mouthful was delicious, and it was clear that great care had gone into preparing the food. The atmosphere in the restaurant was vibrant and welcoming, with a great energy that made the whole dining experience even more enjoyable. The food, service and ambience all came together to create a memorable evening. If you’re visiting Bournemouth and looking for somewhere with outstanding food and genuinely excellent customer service, I couldn’t recommend The Coconut Tree highly enough. Thanks again to Jyoti for making my visit so enjoyable. I will definitely be returning the next time I’m in Bournemouth and look forward to trying more of the menu. A truly outstanding dining experience.”

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  Omobolanle Omonubi

  ·6 months ago

  “Jyoti attended to us ,told her it was the first time trying out Sri lankan meals and she was helpful in recommending. Enjoyed the meal but the black pork was really juicy and tender and the mixed seafood was great . The goat curry was good but I would pick the black pork over and again .Lovely ambience but the food quantity was small ,if you have a large appetite you might want to order more but for me it was just fine . I recommend”

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