Chilled Red
A hidden gem in Swanage, Chilled Red offers exceptional, reasonably priced seafood and luxury dishes with top-notch service, despite its unassuming ex...
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Chilled Red
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A hidden gem in Swanage, Chilled Red offers exceptional, reasonably priced seafood and luxury dishes with top-notch service, despite its unassuming exterior.
"The food here is out-of-this-world amazing, and the wine selection - top-notch!"
Book in advance
Advance booking is highly recommended, especially during peak times, to avoid disappointment.
Try the set menu
Consider the set menu for an excellent value and a great way to experience the chef's offerings.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
British, Seafood
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+44 1929 426066
Address
1-5 Commercial Rd, Swanage, BH19 1DF, United Kingdom
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Exceptional Seafood and Luxury Meats
Indulge in generous portions of fresh, expertly cooked seafood and luxury items like lamb and monkfish.
Enigmatic Charm & Top-Notch Wine
A hidden gem with limited online presence, offering a surprising and top-notch wine selection.
Exceptional Value Set Menu
Enjoy a great value dining experience with their well-priced set menu, offering multiple courses.
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Book in advance
Advance booking is highly recommended, especially during peak times, to avoid disappointment.
Try the set menu
Consider the set menu for an excellent value and a great way to experience the chef's offerings.
Check opening times
The restaurant may have limited opening hours; check in advance and be aware of weekdays after 6 pm.
Explore daily specials
Ask about the daily specials to discover unique and fresh dishes, often featuring lobster or local fish.
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Book in advance
Advance booking is highly recommended, especially during peak times, to avoid disappointment.
Try the set menu
Consider the set menu for an excellent value and a great way to experience the chef's offerings.
Check opening times
The restaurant may have limited opening hours; check in advance and be aware of weekdays after 6 pm.
Explore daily specials
Ask about the daily specials to discover unique and fresh dishes, often featuring lobster or local fish.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Chilled Red is praised for its exceptional food quality, particularly its fresh seafood and well-prepared meat dishes, with generous portions and a strong wine selection. While the food and service are consistently lauded, some diners note the restaurant's stark interior and lack of ambiance, describing it as plain or like a school hall. Despite this, the overwhelming sentiment is that the delicious food and friendly, attentive staff make it a worthwhile dining experience that deserves to thrive.
"My wife and I finally made our first visit last week, and it won't be our last. Friendly, polite and efficient staff, who were so attentive at the right times. A fantastic choice of menu, and extremely enjoyable food. We weren't rushed, and we will be back. A word of advice for other diners who haven't been before - you need to probably book as it's that popular and that good. Thank you for a wonderful evening."
Paul Sycamore
"A little bit of an enigma due to limited online presence. However, I do encourage you to pursue (several others do judging by the busy dining room). Limited but good menu offering many interesting dishes, often on the more luxury side (lamb, monkfish etc.). And yes, they do a chilled red wine."
Nicholas Beaver
"Lovely small reasonably priced restaurant with excellent service and delicious fresh seafood.
We had the specials, a fresh lobster and a fresh fish mixed grill selection. Both beautifully cooked.
It is a bit tucked away, and the location is nothing special, but the food more than makes up for it."
Oliver Black
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Frequently Asked Questions
It is highly recommended to book your table in advance, especially during busy periods, as the restaurant is very popular. You may need to call to book.
Chilled Red specializes in fresh seafood and offers a menu with luxury items like lamb and monkfish, featuring bistro classics with an emphasis on local produce.
Yes, diners frequently mention that the restaurant is reasonably priced for the quality of food and service received, with a good value set menu option.
Some reviews mention the interior is stark and plain, lacking ambiance. However, the focus is primarily on the excellent food and friendly service.
While the menu emphasizes seafood and meat, there are some dishes that could potentially be adapted. It's best to inquire directly with the restaurant about specific dietary needs.
Yes, due to its popularity and limited online presence, reservations can be difficult to secure. It's advisable to book well in advance and call to confirm availability.
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