Dane & Port is a small, distinctive addition to Westbourne's dining scene, a self-described "Natural Kitchen" built around organic, gluten-free cooking. Rather than a fixed menu, the kitchen puts together a new set of dishes every day, shaped by what's in season and influenced by cuisines from around the world.
The food
The emphasis throughout is on natural, wholesome ingredients, plant-based cooking and pulses feature heavily alongside organic produce, and gluten-free eating is built into the concept rather than treated as an afterthought. That's earned it a place in regional coverage of the area's dining scene: Great British Life (Dorset Life) magazine singled it out in a round-up of the best places to eat in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, filing it under "plant-powered dining." Because the menu changes daily, it's worth checking the restaurant's website or getting in touch directly before you visit, especially if you have specific dietary requirements.
Where it is
You'll find Dane & Port at 122 Poole Road, BH4 9EF, right in the middle of Westbourne, one of Bournemouth's most walkable districts, known for its independent shops, cafés and restaurants strung along Poole Road and Seamoor Road. It makes an easy stop while browsing Westbourne's shops, or a short trip from Alum Chine and the seafront.
For more of the town's independent restaurants and cafés, browse our food & drink guide, and for other ways to spend time in and around Westbourne, take a look at our things to do guide.