With its stellar spot along the UK’s most expensive stretch of sand – one where footballers rub shoulders with espadrilled yachties and four-wheel-drives duck into dubiously designed mansions – Rick Stein’s suave seafood joint pulls in a lively Dorset and Hampshire crowd. The interiors are pared back and Scandi in style – a design palate cleanser before the fruits de mer theatre. And it’s really quite a show, opening with Brownsea Island oysters, salt-cod brandade or a simple and seriously delicious slice of warm Coombeshead sourdough – ‘a fine line between caramelised and burnt’.

An “absolutely amazing” view over Poole Bay and Brownsea Island elevates a visit to this Rick Stein group outpost. This is a much commented-on destination, and we’ve rated it positively on the good volume of praise for its fish and seafood, which hails “food so consistently good, without frills from excellent ingredients in delicious combinations”. Given the “aspirations and expectations linked to the name” not everyone is convinced, though, and it’s more recommended as a good all-rounder for a fish supper with fab view attached than it is for next-level cooking.

Many people are familiar with celebrity chef Rick Stein’s mastery of cooking a fishy on a dishy, and so his Sandbanks restaurants with a view was always going to be a hit. The restaurant is made up of an informal brasserie downstairs and a more lavish, white tablecloth dining area upstairs (both family-friendly), but only the upper floor restaurant has sea views. And Mr Stein sure has made the most of those beautiful views, with wall-to-wall glass windows running along one side, which gaze over Sandbanks bay and the boats bobbing on the waves.

For an unforgettable dining experience, Rick Stein Sandbanks is a must-visit among places to eat in Sandbanks, especially for seafood lovers. The Rick Stein Sandbanks menu features dishes like traditional fish and chips and grilled lobster, each crafted from the freshest locally sourced seafood. Situated on the scenic Sandbanks peninsula, the restaurant offers breathtaking views of Poole Harbour, making it one of the premier Sandbanks restaurants with a view.

I routinely urge all Dorset-bound foodies to head West, and stay there, dodging the chains, the urban sprawl of Bournemouth and the architectural, and poor town planning of most of Poole. But Hamptons-inspired Sandbanks’ retirees, done-good types and footballers and their wives, quite rightly, deserve a really good restaurant. Somewhere worth a blow dry and nice shoes (the Superga-footed yachties sinking into the Scandi chairs are in for a sartorial treat).

About: Rick Stein’s is a classic, well known for their delicious, high-quality seafood dishes. With simply breath-taking views across Poole Harbour, it’s the perfect spot for a relaxing seafood meal with family or friends. Rick’s menu has a wide variety of seafood favourites such as cod and chips, as well as unique dishes of monkfish tail, salmon and sea bass, so we can guarantee there is something for everyone!

For a taste of coastal sophistication and a touch of celebrity chef magic, head to Rick Stein’s Sandbanks restaurant. This culinary hotspot not only boasts delectable seafood but also a cocktail menu that perfectly complements its nautical ambiance. From refreshing mojitos to zesty margaritas, Rick Stein Sandbanks is a must-visit for those seeking a culinary adventure with a side of mixology mastery.

Panoramic views await at Rick Stein’s fantastic coastal joint Sandbanks. Look out across the harbour and out towards Brownsea Island and beyond as you sip on a glass of crisp white wine and cast your eyes over the seafood-centric menu. Dover sole and lobster thermidor are just some of the delights that await.

We couldn’t not include Rick Stein’s restaurant – owned by one of the UK’s most famous chefs. If you’re looking for fine dining in Poole, this place is hard to beat. The location alone, next to the sea on the Dorset coast with unrivalled and uninterrupted sea views, is worth the visit.

The prestigious seafood restaurant owned by celebrity chef Rick Stein is somewhere that the Redknapp family like to visit often. It is well known that the Redknapp family know how to relax in style, as they often from snaps from the beach or during tranquil getaways at a grand hotel.

Brasserie Blanc is celebrating its tenth anniversary in the city, Rick Stein opened his first restaurant outside Cornwall here, around the same time Hugh Fearnley Whittingstall opened River Cottage Canteen in restored Abbey Mill. They have recently been joined by The Ivy.

Perched on the edge of the popular Sandbanks Peninsula, Rick Stein’s restaurant features spectacular views across Poole Harbour. Perfect for a relaxed seafood meal, sample a range of Stein’s classic dishes including lobster thermidor, grilled hake and Rock oysters.

Enjoy classically prepared fish and seafood with unrivalled views of Poole harbour and Brownsea Island. If you’re dining during the week, you can take advantage of the weekday lunch set menu. Open every day from 10am.

With panoramic views from the restaurant toward Brownsea Island, Stein’s is a lovely place for a special occasion, but they usually do a set lunch menu which can also make it an affordable treat too.

Heading towards the beach area of Sandbanks, you will find quality cuisine at Rick Stein Sandbanks and Branksome Beach, or enjoy some cafe culture at Sandbanks Beach Cafe and Oriel Sandbanks.

In expanding his maritime empire here, Rick Stein has bagged a beautiful spot: the formal first-floor dining room overlooks Sandbanks bay near Bournemo ..." Read our full review

Treat yourselves to an intimate dinner in Rick Stein’s bayside restaurant. Enjoy some of the best seafood and extensive wine list to compliment your meal.