
Lazy Jacks Restaurant and Bar
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About Lazy Jacks Restaurant and Bar
On Panorama Rd at Sandbanks, Lazy Jacks Restaurant and Bar serves modern English dishes, local seafood and Neapolitan pizza, with a front terrace that looks over the marina. Recurring plates include sea bass, pork belly bites, king prawns, fish and chips, sardines and a beef burger, with starters brought out first and mains following once those are finished. The bar pours shandy in two versions, one with light beer and one with Guinness, and serves Prosecco with its own ice bucket. The spot draws a walk-in crowd, including those stopping by after windsurfing or paddleboarding on the peninsula, and no reservations are taken. A service charge is added to the bill on top of the listed prices.
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention sea bass, fish and chips, king prawns and pork belly bites.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention sea bass, fish and chips, king prawns and pork belly bites.
Customer Review Summary
Sea bass is the dish reviewers name most, praised as fresh, full of flavour and the star of a lunch, with one diner adding that the potatoes beside it were cooked beautifully. Close behind are the king prawns, pork belly bites, fish and chips with crispy batter, a beef burger, sardines and the pizza. A breakfast diner describes perfectly cooked eggs. Several reviewers call the staff friendly and attentive, and one regular credits a new kitchen team for tasty, beautifully presented plates. Drinks draw mentions too, from a Prosecco served in its own ice bucket to a shandy made two ways, one with light beer and one with Guinness. The terrace and sea view come up alongside a lively yet relaxed atmosphere. The one critical account concerns a service charge. A reviewer standing for lack of terrace seating was billed for drinks, asked to cancel the order, and says a manager then refused a refund after a second waitress brought the drinks anyway. Several other diners dismiss the low ratings, with one calling the staff friendly to the point of adopting them as family.
Customer Review Summary
Sea bass is the dish reviewers name most, praised as fresh, full of flavour and the star of a lunch, with one diner adding that the potatoes beside it were cooked beautifully. Close behind are the king prawns, pork belly bites, fish and chips with crispy batter, a beef burger, sardines and the pizza. A breakfast diner describes perfectly cooked eggs. Several reviewers call the staff friendly and attentive, and one regular credits a new kitchen team for tasty, beautifully presented plates. Drinks draw mentions too, from a Prosecco served in its own ice bucket to a shandy made two ways, one with light beer and one with Guinness. The terrace and sea view come up alongside a lively yet relaxed atmosphere. The one critical account concerns a service charge. A reviewer standing for lack of terrace seating was billed for drinks, asked to cancel the order, and says a manager then refused a refund after a second waitress brought the drinks anyway. Several other diners dismiss the low ratings, with one calling the staff friendly to the point of adopting them as family.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“We had a lovely breakfast here. Everything was fresh, delicious and beautifully presented. The eggs were cooked perfectly, and all the ingredients tasted fresh and high quality. The service was friendly and attentive, and the whole place was very clean, including the toilets. Sitting on the front terrace with the beautiful sea view made the experience even better. A great place for breakfast — highly recommended!”
- Google user
“What a great little spot. We are here a few times as the experience was so good. The service is very good with the staff being attentive and humouros. The food quality is very good with no issuess what so ever. Sophie was looking after us both visits. So much fun and helpful. Well worth a visit.”
- Google user
“First time here. Beef Burger, sardines were amazing. Lovely vibes. Definitely recommended to visit.”
- Google user
“I am a regular customer at this restaurant. I want to extend a huge thank you to the team for the delicious food, pleasant atmosphere, and very friendly staff. The new kitchen team consists of true professionals—the food is always tasty and beautifully presented. The manager is an excellent leader who is always actively involved in operations. I highly recommend this restaurant for families, gatherings with friends, or simply for a delicious and enjoyable time.”
- Google user
“Madam, Sir, During our visit to your establishment, we wanted to have a drink on the terrace. Unfortunately, only one chair was available. So I left it to my wife while I stood up. After ordering our drinks, the waitress immediately cashed the sum of £17.44 on my credit card. I immediately realised that the amount seemed high to me. The waitress explained to me that a supplement corresponding to the "service charge" had been added. I then indicated that I refused to pay this supplement. Indeed, to the extent that I had to stand for lack of seating, I did not consider benefitting from a service justifying this additional billing. So I asked for the cancellation of our order, which the waitress accepted. We waited for the payment to be cancelled. To our surprise, another waitress then arrived with the drinks. We immediately refused to accept them, recalling that the order had been cancelled and that we simply wanted to be refunded. A manager then intervened and refused any refund, despite the cancellation of the order requested before the consumption of the drinks. I consider that this situation is unjustified and does not correspond to the level of service expected of an establishment welcoming the public. I therefore ask you to refund the sum of £17.44 as soon as possible. In the absence of a satisfactory response, I reserve the right to dispute this transaction with the issuer of my credit card and to refer the matters to the competent consumer protection bodies. Looking forward to your reply, please accept, Madam, Sir, the expression of my best regards.”
Hours
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Good to know
“A relaxed restaurant and bar on Sandbanks peninsula serving modern English dishes, local seafood and authentic Neapolitan Pizza.”
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, restroom, seating
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
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- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Location
Restaurants near Lazy Jacks Restaurant and Bar
- South Deep4.27601.8 mi
harbour and boat views, pancakes with berries, crab linguine and mussels
- Rockwater Branksome4.42,4382 mi
fish and chips, sea views, coffee
- 2.6 miWheelchair accessibleReservations
chicken with fluffy mash, steak, pork chops
| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lazy Jacks Restaurant and BarWheelchair accessible | 4.3612 | — | sea bass, fish and chips, king prawns |
| South Deep | 4.2760 | 1.8 mi | harbour and boat views, pancakes with berries, crab linguine and mussels |
| Rockwater Branksome | 4.42,438 | 2 mi | fish and chips, sea views, coffee |
| The Conservatory RestaurantWheelchair accessible · Reservations | 4.77 | 2.6 mi | chicken with fluffy mash, steak, pork chops |
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