The Best Pubs
in
Bournemouth

Step into Chaplin’s & The Cellar Bar for a wonderfully quirky escape where every corner delights the eye and live music fills the air! Whether you’re grabbing a pint in the sunny beer garden, sipping a creative cocktail with friends, or catching an open mic night in the cellar, the energy here is simply infectious. With a fantastic selection of beers, wines, and spirits, plus a dog-friendly welcome for your four-legged pals, it’s the perfect spot for a lively, memorable night out.

Tucked away in a lovely park setting, The Inn In The Park is a wonderfully welcoming spot for a relaxed drink or a superb meal. With a fantastic selection of beers, wines, and cocktails, plus a lively schedule of live music including Monday night jazz, there’s always a great reason to visit. The dog-friendly policy and spacious outdoor seating make it an ideal choice for groups, while the consistently excellent food and friendly service ensure everyone leaves with a smile.

O'Neill’s is a cracking spot where the craic is always mighty, whether you're tucking into a hearty Irish breakfast or settling in for a live music session. The beer, wine, and cocktail selection hits the mark, and with outdoor seating and screens for sports, it’s a brilliant choice for groups looking for a good time. Friendly service and a fun, nostalgic soundtrack make every visit feel like a proper celebration.

The Libertine is the beating heart of Westbourne, a much-loved local where the welcome is as generous as the Sunday roasts. With a fantastic selection of beers, wines, and expertly crafted cocktails, including a seasonal Summer Spritz menu, it’s the perfect spot for everything from a post-shop catch up to watching the FIFA World Cup on their big screens. This dog friendly pub serves up classic British dishes with flair, and its spacious indoor and outdoor seating makes it a brilliant choice for groups, parties, or just a relaxed afternoon with your four legged friend.

The Sun is a brilliant local gem where you can settle in with a pint of Asahi and catch the football, or gather a group for a proper night out with live music and great cocktails. The menu is a real highlight, packed with tasty options including excellent vegan choices, and the dog friendly booths with USB ports make it a perfect spot to linger. With friendly, helpful staff and a lovely vintage feel, this is the kind of place that keeps you coming back for pub quizzes, open mic nights, and sunny afternoons on the terrace.

Head to The Branksome for a truly modern take on the British pub, where smash burgers and dirty waffle fries meet a brilliant lineup of craft beers, curated cocktails, and great wines. Whether you’re settling in for a bottomless brunch, catching the big match on Sky Sports, or enjoying the live music in their dog friendly garden, this place is made for good times with groups. With fantastic deals like £12.95 burger and pint combos and 2 for £15 cocktails, it’s the perfect spot to eat, drink, and celebrate any occasion.

The Canford is a true gem on the Dorset coast, offering a gorgeous pub with stunning coastal rooms and a garden that's perfect for long, lazy afternoons. You can tuck into mouthwatering seasonal dishes, sip on a refreshing pint or a creative cocktail from their Summer Spritz menu, and know your four legged friend is just as welcome as you are. Whether you're catching a World Cup game on the big screen or gathering a group in one of the private garden huts, this spot delivers a brilliant blend of seaside charm and fantastic hospitality.

Brass Haus is an absolute gem where incredible value meets top notch hospitality, making it the perfect spot for everything from a quick lunch to a lively night out. The menu is packed with mouthwatering options, from succulent steaks to a fantastic fish and chips deal, all served with lightning fast efficiency by a genuinely warm team. With live music, a private karaoke room, quiz nights, and plenty of screens for watching sports, there’s always something happening, and the dog friendly policy means your four legged pal can join the fun too. Whether you’re gathering a group for cocktails or settling in for a pint, this welcoming local delivers brilliant food, great drinks, and a truly memorable time every single visit.

The Westbourne is a proper community hub where the welcome is as warm as the Sunday roasts, making every visit feel like a celebration. Whether you're settling in with your dog to catch the big match on Sky Sports, gathering a group in the beer garden, or raising a glass of prosecco during Happy Hour, this historic pub delivers on every front. With a fantastic selection of beers, wines, and cocktails, plus a team that goes above and beyond for everyone from wheelchair users to festive diners, it's the kind of place that turns a simple meal into a cherished memory.

For unbeatable value and non stop excitement, The Fiveways is your ultimate local hub for live sport and epic nights out! With huge screens for every game, live music rocking the venue, and a fantastic selection of beers, wines, and cocktails, it’s the perfect spot for groups and their four legged friends to gather. The menu is packed with delicious pub classics, and the outdoor beer garden with its own screens means you never have to miss a moment of the action.