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The Italian Kitchen, Wareham, Dorset

The Italian Kitchen

4.7
4.7
92 Reviews
£25 and under
Italian

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2 people
19:00
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Booked 9 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
A delightful fusion of Italian & British Cuisine by Head Chef Shannon Richards. Contemporary and relaxed atmosphere with superb views across the Purbeck Hills in Dorset. Situated on the picturesque Wareham Quay.

Shannon leads our dedicated team of chefs to bring you a modern style Italian menu using only the finest seasonal produce, our dishes are lovingly and freshly prepared, combining locally landed seafood, premium quality meats and New Forest vegetables along with the finest Mediterranean ingredients.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, British, Pizzeria
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Fri 17:00–22:00 Sat, Sun 12:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    01929 550990
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress

Experiences

  • Bottomless Brunch

    £35.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Bottomless Brunch every Saturday 12pm to 5pm. 🍸🍹🍸🍹🍸🍹🍸🍹🍸🍹🍸🍹🍸🍹 Aperol Spritz Passionfruit Martini Gin Fizz Mojito Plus unlimited Prosecco and Margherita Pizza and two dishes from our small plates menu. All for only £35pp! T&Cs Certain hours apply for validity, last bookings will be taken at 3.30pm. Bottomless drinks are available for 90 minutes starting from the reservation time. Not valid in conjunction with any other offer or promotion. All guests must participate in the bottomless brunch offer. This offer is open to guests aged 18 and older; valid identification may be necessary. Management reserves the right to withdraw this offer at any time without prior notice and to modify these terms accordingly.
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What 92 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Dorset

    Best Overall

  • Dorset

    Best Food

  • Dorset

    Best Service

  • Dorset

    Best Ambience

  • Dorset

    Best Value

  • Dorset

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Dorset

    Good for groups

  • Dorset

    Romantic

  • Dorset

    Great for scenic views

  • Dorset

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Italian Kitchen offers a warm, family-friendly atmosphere with "top food" and exceptional service. Guests enjoy "delicious and well-presented" dishes, with standout small plates and gluten-free options. The setting by the River Frome adds charm, making it a "must visit" for Italian cuisine enthusiasts.
92 Reviews
  1. Sally

    Dorset

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good service for, lovely dining experience and coped easily with dietary requirements. Excellent would recommend.

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  2. John

    London

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very welcoming, friendly, efficient staff. Food was hot and delicious. The signature olive bread accompanied by whipped butter and salt on top was divine. Lasagne in particular was praised by husband. Wouldn't hesitate to return. Lovely and warm inside with good background music. Perhaps a bit too dark in ground floor eating area, though; more lighting required.

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  3. Rudi

    Norfolk/Suffolk

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    It was a very pleasant surprise to find something different not the same as very one else, will book again.

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  4. Claire

    Hampshire

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Had a fab 👌 afternoon with the girls 👧 💕 cocktails, tapas, pizza abd music.

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  5. Nic

    Dorset

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Sat on one of the high tables, service was great, food tasty well presented. Great choice of meal options.

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  6. Sarah

    Dorset

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 26 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really lovely meal, staff were super friendly and welcoming.

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  7. Zoe

    Dorset

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 20 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great time. Our server Tilly was excellent and very knowledgeable and helpful with my allergies

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  8. Fran

    Dorset

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 19 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Its our favourite restaurant, lovely food, excellent service, I thoroughly recommend visiting.

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  9. Louise

    Dorset

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was fab and the food was delicious. Will definitely return!

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  10. Tofigh

    Dorset

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was my wife’s birthday and they decorated the table and were very nice and friendly. Highly recommend.

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FAQs

The Italian Kitchen is rated 4.7 stars by 92 OpenTable diners.

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Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Find next available

At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?

Booked 9 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Italian Kitchen

37 South St, Wareham, Dorset BH20 4LP

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Wareham Quay
  • Area
    Wareham
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Fri 17:00–22:00 Sat, Sun 12:00–22:00
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, British, Pizzeria
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
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