{"id":111010,"date":"2023-05-10T12:01:19","date_gmt":"2023-05-10T11:01:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lymebayholidays.co.uk\/blog\/?p=111010"},"modified":"2025-11-05T09:27:47","modified_gmt":"2025-11-05T09:27:47","slug":"8-of-the-tastiest-michelin-star-restaurants-in-dorset","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lymebayholidays.co.uk\/blog\/8-of-the-tastiest-michelin-star-restaurants-in-dorset\/","title":{"rendered":"8 of The Tastiest Michelin Star Restaurants in Dorset"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #8d9c37;\"><strong>Discover the best Michelin star restaurants in Dorset! If you&#8217;re a foodie looking for an unforgettable dining experience in the South West of England, Dorset is the place to be.<\/strong> <strong>From first-class seafood bistros to boutique country pubs, the Dorset fine dining scene has it all. <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Throughout all four corners of Thomas Hardy\u2019s beloved county, you\u2019ll find an emphasis on fresh dishes. Whether you\u2019re looking for a romantic treat for two or something special for a family celebration, you\u2019re sure to find a fine dining experience in Dorset.<\/p>\n<p>Savour locally sourced produce, laid-back dining atmospheres, and expertly crafted meals.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #8d9c37;\"><em><strong>Continue reading to discover the most mouth-watering Michelin star restaurants in Dorset&#8230;<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #8d9c37;\"><a style=\"color: #8d9c37;\" href=\"https:\/\/theoysterandfishhouse.co.uk\/\">The Oyster and Fish House<\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 658px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CnR87vBoaBu\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\">\n<div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: auto;\">\n<div style=\"width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CnR87vBoaBu\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by The Oyster and Fish House (@theoysterandfishhouse)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>This elegant restaurant sits on a cliff in the popular tourist spot of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lymebayholidays.co.uk\/lyme-regis-holiday-cottages.html\">Lyme Regis<\/a>, overlooking <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lymebayholidays.co.uk\/blog\/the-cobb-lyme-regis\/\">the Cobb<\/a> and Lyme Bay. Founded by local Chef Mark Hix, the Oyster and Fish House specialises in seasonal produce and fresh seafood.<\/p>\n<p>Their innovative menu features Dorset ingredients throughout, including \u2018Cockle popcorn\u2019, Lyme Bay lobster and fresh <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trillfarmgarden.co.uk\/about.html\">Trill Farm Garden<\/a> greens. If you\u2019re on a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lymebayholidays.co.uk\/family-cottages.html\">family trip<\/a> with little ones in tow, The Oyster and Fish House have a kids\u2019 menu, to keep everyone smiling from start to finish.<\/p>\n<p>Plus, if you fancy something extra special on your Dorset holiday, Mark offers intimate dining experiences at his house! You can learn some top cooking tips and enjoy a delicious meal in his stunning kitchen.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #8d9c37;\"><a style=\"color: #8d9c37;\" href=\"https:\/\/guide.michelin.com\/gb\/en\/dorset\/sherborne\/restaurant\/the-green\">The Green<\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-111018\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lymebayholidays.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/05\/Woman-holding-glass-of-red-wine-at-fine-dining-restaurant-dorset-.jpg\" alt=\"Woman holding glass of red wine at fine dining restaurant dorset\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This charming, Grade II listed stone restaurant with a quiet courtyard, delivers some of the best fine dining in Dorset. Led by owner and head chef Sasha Matkevich, the menu comprises the finest local ingredients, with hints of bold Eastern European flavours.<\/p>\n<p>Their lunch and dinner menus offer three courses for \u00a330 or under, where you can choose from an extensive range of dishes, from Devon duck breast to organic spelt risotto. The Green is located in historic Sherbourne and is a great choice if you\u2019re looking for Dorset fine dining with a relaxed atmosphere.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #8d9c37;\">Robin Wylde<\/span><\/h2>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 658px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CiAfyriIbQq\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\">\n<div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: auto;\">\n<div style=\"width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CiAfyriIbQq\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by Robin Wylde, Lyme Regis (@robinwyldedining)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>Last but not least, is the new jewel in the crown of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lymebayholidays.co.uk\/lyme-regis-holiday-cottages.html\">Lyme Regis<\/a> food scene, Harriet Mansell\u2019s modern and innovative Michelin restaurant \u2013 Robin Wylde.<\/p>\n<p>o9Drawing inspiration from local specialities, their tasting menu changes all the time to feature only the freshest seasonal ingredients. Not to be missed, the unusual dishes are artistically presented, and full of flavour.<\/p>\n<p>Along with the extraordinary food, the restaurant serves two drink options \u2013 an alcoholic and low-alcohol set of pairings. They champion locally crafted alcohols, including Furleigh Estate Wine, and have a full list of cocktails \u2013\u00a0 including a seaweed martini!<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #8d9c37;\"><a style=\"color: #8d9c37;\" href=\"https:\/\/theollerod.co.uk\/\">The Ollerod<\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-111022\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lymebayholidays.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/05\/Outdoor-Dorset-michel-star-restaurant-.jpg\" alt=\"Outdoor Dorset michel star restaurant\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Next on our list of the best Michelin star restaurants in Dorset is The Ollerod. Situated in a historic 14<sup>th <\/sup>century country house in Beaminster, The Ollerod, offers the best quality ingredients from the South West. Guests can choose to dine in the bar, dining room, garden or on the terrace.<\/p>\n<p>Run by imaginative head chef Silvana Bandini, the menu is ever-changing. If you\u2019re looking for something more informal, stop in for a delicious burrata pizza at lunch.<\/p>\n<p>Or get the full fine dining experience with \u00e0 la carte options! Why not have \u2018chicken liver parfait\u2019 to start, and \u2018Dorset 30 day aged 10oz ribeye steak\u2019 for your main?<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #8d9c37;\"><a style=\"color: #8d9c37;\" href=\"https:\/\/theseasideboardinghouse.com\/restaurant\/\">Seaside Boarding House<\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 658px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/Crk-kfroosh\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\">\n<div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: auto;\">\n<div style=\"width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/Crk-kfroosh\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by The Seaside Boarding House (@theseasideboardinghouse)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>Overlooking the divine blue waters of Lyme Bay, this seaside restaurant in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lymebayholidays.co.uk\/burton-bradstock.html\">Burton Bradstock<\/a> is described in the Michelin guide as classic, with a new look. Unashamedly biased towards the bountiful seafood this area of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lymebayholidays.co.uk\/blog\/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-jurassic-coast\/\">Jurassic Coast<\/a> offers, you can expect the tastiest seafood.<\/p>\n<p>Relish freshly sourced items, such as local Portland crab, monkfish on the bone, chalk stream trout and more. The vegetarian offerings and puddings are also to die for.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #8d9c37;\"><a style=\"color: #8d9c37;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thewhitepost.com\/\">The White Post<\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-111026\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lymebayholidays.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/05\/Sunday-roast-dinner-1.jpg\" alt=\"Sunday roast dinner \" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This country pub just outside the village of Rimpton champions great food, and excellent hospitality. Tuck into their \u00e0 la carte classics like Cornish scallops roasted in the shells or stop by for one of their famous Sunday lunches.<\/p>\n<p>You can look forward to tucking into the best quality beef, roasties and yorkshires, drizzled in gravy. 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Starting life as a simple fish shack, the menu here celebrates local seafood in a combination of modern and classic dishes.<\/p>\n<p>From rustic fire-grilled fish to an imaginative use of flavours in dishes like Kerala seafood curry, it\u2019s safe to say that your taste buds will be watering. Also, the picturesque terrace overlooking the sea is a must-visit in summer!<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #8d9c37;\"><a style=\"color: #8d9c37;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theroseandcrowntrent.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Rose &amp; Crow<\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-111029\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lymebayholidays.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/05\/Two-women-tucking-into-pub-food-.jpg\" alt=\"Two women tucking into pub food\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Located in the idyllic village of Trent near Yeovil, this traditional inn exudes heritage charm and delicious pub food with a refined twist.<\/p>\n<p>Not only does the bar serve the finest local ales and spirits, the dishes are comforting yet still inventive- butternut squash and sage macaroni cheese anyone? 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