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The Poole Arms

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1,219 reviews#5 of 238 Restaurants in Poole££ - £££BarSeafoodBritish
19 The Quay Poole Harbour, Poole BH15 1HJ England+44 1202 673450Website
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4.5 1,219 reviews
#5 of 238 Restaurants in Poole
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19 The Quay Poole Harbour, Poole BH15 1HJ England
4.9 miles from Bournemouth Beach
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The oldest and best family run fresh fish and seafood Bar/Restaurant on Poole Quay. If you love fresh fish and seafood this is the best, no batter on the fish and not a chip in sight.Fresh local fish and shellfish,Oysters,Crab,Lobster, fish soup,Fish pies and seafood casserole. Sorry due to our licence no children allowed in the bar.
PRICE RANGE
US$21 - US$39
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options
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Drinks, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch
CUISINES
Bar, Seafood, British, Healthy
FEATURES
Seating, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Discover, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Street Parking, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Music
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Reviewed 12 December 2020 via mobile
Very fishy

Great beer in an old traditional pub-great welcome and service. Unfortunately food let it down a little bit. Tasty but small starters, the fish pie was (small) tasty -served with a disappointing small spoonful of salad and small piece of bread.

Date of visit: December 2020
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Reviewed 12 December 2020 via mobile
Delicious birthday meal last

Delicious birthday meal last night for my husband. The scallops and shell-on prawns for starters, then red gurnard and smoked haddock pot for mains. All the food was fresh, tasty and beautifully presented, washed down with Proper Job beer and a good NZ Sauvignon. Excellent...More

Date of visit: December 2020
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Reviewed 11 December 2020 via mobile
What a great sea food find

Today we had a fabulous lunch at Poole Arms. The food was exemplary, the ambiance delightful and the host caring and professional. Can’t believe that after 15 years living in Poole we have only just discovered this fantastic sea food restaurant gem. Can’t wait for...More

Date of visit: December 2020
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Reviewed 9 December 2020 via mobile
Midweek treat!

Just had a fabulous meal at the poole arms, yet again!! We ordered the Red gurnard fillets and a whole plaice, both cooked to perfection along with excellent service and a lovely ambience. We can't wait to come back down in March for a chowder...More

Date of visit: December 2020
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Reviewed 8 December 2020 via mobile
Anything on the menu !! But

Anything on the menu !! But fish pie and haddock pot are amazing!! Well worth a visit support local businesses!

Date of visit: December 2020
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Reviewed 2 December 2020
Delicious Fish Pie

I had the takeaway Fish Pie , it was delicious, piping hot when I collected it. Also had 4 pints of Proper Job in a carry out container. A perfect partner for the Fish Pie. Highly recommended.

Date of visit: November 2020
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Reviewed 21 November 2020
Amazing take away

Last night my husband collected us each a haddock pot to enjoy in the comfort of our own home due to current lockdown regulations. I spoke with the lovely helpful Michelle a few days in advance to advise of dietary requirements she was amazing helpful...More

Date of visit: November 2020
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Reviewed 20 November 2020
Takeaway in these difficult times

We booked a takeaway for tonight and picked it up at 18.00, I had the Fish Pie which was really good, my wife had the Haddock Pot and that was amazing, I know what I will be having next time. We grabbed 4 pints of...More

Date of visit: November 2020
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Reviewed 19 November 2020 via mobile
Amazing home cooked food,

Amazing home cooked food, good big portions and just super yummy. Not pretentious just home cooking at its best. We had been to Rick Steins the day before and thought this was far better and much more reasonably priced. We had the fish pie and...More

Date of visit: November 2020
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Reviewed 11 November 2020
Really amazing staff! Helpful, friendly, efficient and COVID-conscious

It was a dark stormy night and we were grateful for the warmth of this cosy pub on the quayside. The food was substantial. We tried catfish and gurnard for the first time and enjoyed both. The home-baked bread was wonderful! Puddings -old-fashioned and filling.

Date of visit: October 2020
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  • Yes, The Poole Arms is taking precautions against COVID-19. A full list is available within the "safety precautions" section of this page.
  • The Poole Arms is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
    • Food: 4.5
    • Service: 4.5
    • Value: 4.5
    • Atmosphere: 4