The Curlew - Bournemouth

Lovely meal. Really liked the mushroom sauce on the chicken. Staff were friendly.

My daughter and I called in for lunch as she had eaten at the Curlew before (pre Covid) and enjoyed the food. I chose the pulled beef and potatoes, she chose the prawns. Her first offering of prawns was cold and raw the flesh was translucent so she sent it back. The second plate arrived with barely cooked prawns. The flesh was still gelatinous and tepid. We were told that the kitchen was having problems as their steamer was not working. It transpired that the food is bought in ready prepared and heated and plated on the premises. Its a shame I can’t post the video I shot of the wiggly wobbly prawn. Moving on to my pulled beef, it would have been more accurate to called it potatoes with a beef sauce with traces of real meat. It was piping hot and I suspect it was fresh from the microwave oven. The server was very embarrassed and we didn’t pay for the prawns. It transpired the place has been purchased by a large holding company since our last visit.

The food was good and the staff was welcoming. Just one guy at the bar he doesn't seem really friendly as he told us the place was booked inside but I could see few tables were empty and it was like 3pm. There was a lady staff she was really nice and suggested a place for us to seat. I would recommend this place again.

Popped in on the off chance, delighted we did. Not been here for around 7 years and it’s still as delicious. Served by Zoe who kept on top of everything. Fab dessert too. Thank-you to all. We shall return again soon.

The curlew is a stunning old pub with a large front garden in the sun. The restaurant has a lot of seating and is set in a great atmosphere with great design and decorated. The food is a 10/10, never disappoints and always walking away full. with a good sized menu to select from and a sunday roast that's amazing, I would highly recommend booking for as this is a very popular place to eat. The bar has some great beers and ciders that are locally sourced, also a good wine choice plus cocktail too. A must visit when in the area.