Shell Bay Seafood Restaurant

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  Christian

  ·1 month ago

  “A unique experience and great food. We used the chain ferry too and from the restaurant, which is what separates this experience from most others. Our reservation was in the evening, the dinner menu was great, the portion sizes were generous, and the food was skilfully made. The staff were happy and having a good time. My only criticism was there’s no table cloths, and we had two tables pushed together to seat six, which means two of use were straddling the seam - that might sound odd but this is due to it being more of a lunch in the sun place during the day. Luckily the food and service made up for this. There is a great view of the bay in the day, but this is quickly lost to the evening. From a pricing standpoint, it’s not unreasonable, but at this moderate cost, I would expect table cloths. An overall good experience and worth doing, the chain ferry makes it a different experience.”

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  Alan Gundle

  ·2 months ago

  “Outstanding location a few steps from the chain ferry and facing the Poole harbour and so perfect for watching the sunset. The staff are upbeat and friendly. All of which gives a relaxed yet vibrant atmosphere. The food is good, essentially fish and seafood simply handled. The only downside is the price - excessive.”

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  Lottie

  ·2 months ago

  “Absolutely fantastic. The location is stunning with a gorgeous view whilst you eat looking out to Brownsie Island. The staff were brilliant, very kind and attentive. The food was impeccable, fresh and delicious. I highly recommend this place for a luxurious meal out.”

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  Kerry-Ann Jardine

  ·3 months ago

  “Just superb! We had booked a table for lunch and every course exceeded our expectations. We were a party of 8 celebrating a 50th and ordered a variety of dishes from the menu- every single one tasted amazing and the presentation and care with cooking was outstanding. The views speak for themselves but the food, wine and service just made for an incredible experience. Thank you so much .”

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  Dirk VR

  ·3 months ago

  “Great setting and wonderful service. Being on holiday with my dog during an unexpected heatwave was quite stressful, but the team were amazing in moving my table outdoors so that she would be more comfortable, and even allowed her to jump down from the terrace onto a little shady patch of grass below to cool down while I dined. The food was exceptional and the place had a great social vibe with incredible sunset views. Highly recommend! Will definitely be back.”

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  Sanchit Agarwal

  ·3 months ago

  “The food is amazing, one of the best white fish dishes I've had, and the view of the coast is fantastic. The only downside is that we went during the evening when sun was settling down the horizon, and we were being hit by the harsh sunlight. Unfortunately my partner got a sunburn due to that and were not able to fully appreciate our meals”

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  Leman Moore

  ·4 months ago

  “Fantastic setting especially if you are there for sunset. The food is excellent but very pricey. You get what you pay for. We live 100 miles away & have been trying for a long time to secure a booking when we visited previously, we weren't disappointed. We would definitely go there again.”

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  Charles McNeil

  ·4 months ago

  “Shell Bay is an absolute gem in Studland and one of the most memorable dining experiences I’ve had in a long time. The setting is stunning, especially in the evening with the beautiful sunset views across the water. The atmosphere felt relaxed, romantic and effortlessly stylish. Watching the chefs work in the open kitchen added even more to the experience and gave the restaurant a really vibrant feel. The food was exceptional from start to finish. The seafood tasted incredibly fresh — the oysters were beautifully presented, the grilled prawns were full of flavour, and the whole fish dishes were cooked perfectly. Even the smaller touches like the fresh bread, olives and sides were done brilliantly. You can tell there’s a real focus on quality ingredients and simple cooking done properly. Whether you’re going for a date night, special occasion, family meal or just a great evening out, Shell Bay delivers on every level. Amazing food, incredible views and a fantastic atmosphere. We’ll definitely be back.”

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  Dj Meredith

  ·4 months ago

  “Stunning views . Just stopped for coffee and snacks this morning but have eaten here before . Vibrant . Lots of friendly staff. Great place to chill after a walk or just to stare at the scenery. Good mainly seafood menu. Great drink selections and plenty of snacks . A little pricey but a great date venue .”

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  Sean Applin

  ·1 year ago

  “Booked here for a birthday meal for a dear friend. Have wanted to go there for a while and we weren't disappointed. Great to see an open kitchen. The staff were young but very efficient and friendly, and didn't rush. All our starters and main meals arrived to our table on hot plates and the servings were plentiful. The location is amazing, looking towards Poole Harbour and Brownsea Island. Would highly recommend, booking advisable.”

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