The Crab at Bournemouth

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   Maureen

   Dorset

   1 review

   1.0

   1 review

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 2

   We booked the Valentines Special and as it was my husband’s birthday I requested for them to make it extra special. We were extremely disappointed because when we asked for the Valentines menu that was advertised, the waiter said that it was not available, and to choose from the other menu. We were staying at the Hilton for the Valentine/birthday weekend, and particularly chose the Crab for the Valentine menu. Our weekend was totally ruined.
   

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   Cheryl

   Tampa

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We have been coming here for many years and never disappointed. Food is superb. Great service.
   

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   Marijus

   Dorset

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Lovely Bday lunch. Will have to come back in spring for Lobster as it is out of menu during winter.
   

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   Patrick

   Dorset

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on February 8, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Me and my Beautiful Girlfriend had such a lovely meal and evening, the pianist was excellent and the staff were excellent.
   

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   Michael

   East Sussex

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on February 7, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Fantastic service, nothing too much for the staff who were very courteous. Excellent quality of food.
   

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   Peter

   London

   2 reviews

   4.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on February 1, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   Very good overall. Live piano accompaniment on the Saturday night and very good food all served very pleasantly, if a little slow. Would definitely recommend.
   

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   Martin

   Hampshire

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on February 1, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Absolutely fantastic, food. Ambiance and serving staff cannot be surpassed. Will definitely come back.
   

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   George

   Derbyshire

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined on January 26, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 2

   Half of the menu was not available, apparently because it was a Sunday. This was not mentioned until we had sat down and then no compensation was offered until we discussed the point. We had gone especially to have their sharing platter, their star dish, which was only half available
   

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   Beverley

   Dorset

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on January 25, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   It was the first time we had a meal at The Crab. We loved everything about the restaurant, spacious so not sat on everyone's lap, with tables to close. Pianist playing during the evening added to the ambience. Attentive waiters/ waitresses, food was well presented and tasty. All in all we really enjoyed it and will be back.
   

   The Crab at BournemouthResponded on January 28, 2025

   Dear Beverley, We’re absolutely delighted to receive your 5-star review and thank you for choosing The Crab Restaurant! We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to our dedicated team to inspire their ongoing commitment to excellence. We look forward to seeing you again! Kind regards, The Crab team
   

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    Austin

    Dorset

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 24, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3

    A lively restaurant, service was excellent and the food very nice. A little strange to be the the Crab and only have 1 crab dish and not quite enough people to make the ambience perfect, although a live pianist was excellent.
    

    The Crab at BournemouthResponded on January 28, 2025

    Dear Austin, Thank you for choosing The Crab Restaurant and for taking the time to leave us a 4-star review. Our team is committed to delivering high-quality service, and your feedback is a great encouragement to us. In regards to the Crab dishes we are considering to add more in our menu soon. We hope you had a lovely experience and we look forward to seeing you again! Kind regards, The Crab team
    

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