
Urban Reef - Seafront Restaurant in Bournemouth
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About Urban Reef - Seafront Restaurant in Bournemouth
On The Overstrand, Urban Reef is a seafront restaurant with a glass-fronted dining room and balcony over the beach. The menu runs to 55 dishes and includes a Goan fish curry alongside seafood linguini and a Chicken Caesar Salad, with Gordal Olives and House Focaccia for the table. Tables overlook the beach and sea, and outside seating on the terrace looks the same way. The upstairs area serves drinks only. Coffee runs to a Flat White, and Blueberry Cheesecake covers dessert. Urban Reef opens daily and takes walk-ins, with tables available even on busy days without a reservation. A 12.5% service charge is added to the bill.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree street parking · Paid parking lot · Paid street parking
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, restroom, seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids · High chairs · Kids' menu
- DietaryOrganic dishes · Vegan options · Vegetarian options
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Menu & Prices
55 dishes · mains £4–30- Chicken Caesar Salad£18.00
- Blueberry Cheesecake£9.00
- Flat White£4.00
- Gordal Olives£5.00
- House Focaccia£5.00
- Mediterranean Anchovies£7.00
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention goan fish curry, beachfront outdoor seating, champion eggs and seafood linguini.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention goan fish curry, beachfront outdoor seating, champion eggs and seafood linguini.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often point to the fish curry, with the Goan version praised, and close behind are the half chicken, described as moist and full of flavour, and the seafood linguini. Others mention hake fillet, a lobster roll and the champion eggs at brunch. One reviewer wanted to sit upstairs but was told it was drinks only. Several describe friendly staff finding a table without a reservation.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often point to the fish curry, with the Goan version praised, and close behind are the half chicken, described as moist and full of flavour, and the seafood linguini. Others mention hake fillet, a lobster roll and the champion eggs at brunch. One reviewer wanted to sit upstairs but was told it was drinks only. Several describe friendly staff finding a table without a reservation.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“absolutely unforgettable! service was so kind and considerate and the food was so great! would highly recommend the chicken caesar salad and would definitely come back again.”
- Google user
“Great restaurant with lovely friendly staff. Sat outside overlooking the beach. Lovely food - seafood linguini is very good and tasty. Reasonable pricing. Highly recommended.”
- Google user
“We met friends here for brunch and we're delighted with their recommendation of this restaurant. The food was good and the menu had something for everyone. I had the champion eggs although it was a bit tricky to decide. The eggs were poached perfectly and it was the perfect portion size (I couldn't help trying a bit of pancake though as they looked so fluffy!) We will definitely come back when next in the area!”
- Google user
“Great service, amazing staff. On a busy day during the week, after the beach and without a reservation, the staff managed to find us a table. We would have loved to go upstairs but apparently was drinks only. I ordered the fish curry with rice, which was nice. If felt like there could have been more fish in there, but still a nice meal. Not the cheapest option, but it is a nice place, by the beach, it is to expect.”
- Google user
“We walked in without a reservation and were seated straight away at a table in the sun with fantastic views of the beach and sea. The staff were friendly and attentive throughout. The food was excellent. The Goan fish curry was great, and the half chicken was cooked perfectly, still really moist and full of flavour. We had two drinks each and the total bill came to around £80, including the 12.5% service charge, which we thought was fair considering the quality of the food, service and location. Great food, great staff and an unbeatable beachfront location. We'd definitely return and would highly recommend Urban Reef to anyone visiting Bournemouth.”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
“Eclectic cafe/deli with beach-side terrace and contemporary glass-fronted restaurant with balcony.”
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Free street parking
- Accepts reservations
- Outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed
- Takeout
Show more amenities
- Dine-in
- Family-friendly
- Vegan options
- Bar onsite
- Cozy
- Onsite services
- Offerings· 12
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Organic dishes
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Planning· 3
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Dining options· 9
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Crowd· 3
- College students
- Groups
- Tourists
- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Pet-friendly· 2
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
- Highlights· 7
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
- Live music
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Atmosphere· 3
- Casual
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Parking· 2
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Family-friendly· 3
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Location
Restaurants near Urban Reef - Seafront Restaurant in Bournemouth
- 0.1 mi£20–30Outdoor seatingVegan optionsVegetarian options
sea view, english breakfast, afternoon tea
- Uncle Glenns Caribbean4.73280.4 miVegan optionsVegetarian optionsGood for kids
jerk chicken, curry goat, rum punch
- Sunny's4.46930.4 mi£10–20Wheelchair accessibleGood for kids
halal menu, curry sauce, crispy fresh cod
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Urban Reef - Seafront Restaurant in BournemouthOutdoor seating · Vegan options · Vegetarian options | 4.23,460 | — | £20–30 | goan fish curry, beachfront outdoor seating, champion eggs |
| Flamingo Café Bar - Boscombe SpaOutdoor seating · Vegan options · Vegetarian options | 4.7716 | 0.1 mi | £20–30 | sea view, english breakfast, afternoon tea |
| Uncle Glenns CaribbeanVegan options · Vegetarian options · Good for kids | 4.7328 | 0.4 mi | — | jerk chicken, curry goat, rum punch |
| Sunny'sWheelchair accessible · Good for kids | 4.4693 | 0.4 mi | £10–20 | halal menu, curry sauce, crispy fresh cod |
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