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BEAR Wimborne store exterior - BEAR Wimborne, Wimborne, Dorset

BEAR Wimborne

4.6
4.6
25 Reviews
£25 and under
Cafe Dining

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2 people
19:00
Booked 6 times today
  • Great for brunch
  • Good for groups
  • Great for creative cocktails
Our store in Wimborne, Dorset, breathes life into a beautiful Grade II listed building that once housed The Bell Hotel, a local landmark since the 19th century. The patio space, once home to an old glassblowing building, is the perfect little sun trap to enjoy a coffee, a bite to eat, or a cocktail or two.

Whether you’re popping in for a quick coffee or staying longer for brunch, our Wimborne store presents the perfect blend of heritage and modern comfort in the heart of this historic town.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Cafe Dining, Burgers, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Wed 08:00–17:00 Thu–Sat 08:00–22:00 Sun 08:30–17:00
  • Phone number
    01202 160111
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Area
    Wimborne
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

What 25 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Dorset

    Best Overall

  • Dorset

    Best Food

  • Dorset

    Best Service

  • Dorset

    Best Ambience

  • Dorset

    Best Value

  • Dorset

    Great for brunch

  • Dorset

    Good for business meals

  • Dorset

    Innovative

  • Dorset

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Dorset

    Good for groups

  • Dorset

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Dorset

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
BEAR Wimborne offers a delightful culinary experience with "great coffee," "amazing staff," and a "lovely atmosphere." Guests rave about the "excellent food" and "friendly service," with standout items like the "dirty burger" and "gluten-free options." The venue is praised for its modern, welcoming vibe and vibrant atmosphere.

25 Reviews
  1. Johanne

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Bear is a firm favourite with our family and our Christmas brunch did not disappoint. We enjoyed a selection of meals from the brunch menu and the lunch menu including the 3 different burgers, the smashed Mac and the sweet potato and chickpea hash special. All were devoured and very much enjoyed. The coffee is always good and some of the party enjoyed a larger on tap and commented on its smoothness. This was my first weekend brunch and my only negative was no free coffee with the brunch which I now see is an offer that runs Monday - Friday. We were seated at the large high table which might not be for everyone with backless chairs and in the center of the restaurant and thoroughfare so busy and better suited for a quick coffee rather than a longer brunch but I will remember this when booking again. Eating out is not cheap but we felt £100 for 7 of us including a few beers was good value and very much enjoyed. Thanks to all.

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  2. Simon

    Dorset

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service was excellent, a nice environment

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  3. Helen

    Dorset

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice modern design inside an old pub. Food fantastic, great choice and delicious! It’s order at the bar which isn’t ‘service’ and then very slow to clear. But will be back to try again.

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  4. Kim

    Dorset

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 27 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Staff and ambience all good. Unfortunately one item from our order was missed, addressed by staff, and we didn’t particularly enjoy pickled veg with our choices and feel this should be optional. Second visit to Bear and I’m sure we will return.

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  5. Sarah

    Dorset

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 22 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Brilliant Staff! Awesome food! Lots of meals for gluten free!

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  6. Sarah

    Dorset

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Really great, freshly made cocktails, nice staff, helpful but felt like they were a little understaffed the waiter appeared very new and there was no pleasantries or small talk just transactional. Food we ordered Katsu chicken burgers, they were tasty and the fries were crispy and hot, nothing special but it was ok. Restaurant is super bright it was like being in a daytime cafe and it is noisy, I couldn’t hear what my friend was saying. It is decorated nicely and toilets were clean. I would go for cocktail, I would go back and try their coffee and breakfast but not for me for an evening, feels too like a coffee shop, turned pop up restaurant in the evening.

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  7. Stephen

    Dorset

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Friendly staff food was very tasty and excellent value on the Friday £18 burger and beer deal.

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  8. Andy

    Dorset

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great coffee, lovely food, a pleasant environment, and very friendly staff - what more do I need to say? See you again very soon.

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  9. Sacha

    Dorset

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 3 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely vibe and kind staff, when I forgot to order eggs, they swiftly added to our order and didn’t even charge! Love it 🥰

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  10. anne

    Dorset

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 2 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food in a friendly comfortable lively atmosphere.

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FAQs

BEAR Wimborne offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 01202 160111.

BEAR Wimborne is rated 4.6 stars by 25 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 6 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for BEAR Wimborne

71 High St, Wimborne, Dorset BH21 1HS

Additional information

  • Area
    Wimborne
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Wed 08:00–17:00 Thu–Sat 08:00–22:00 Sun 08:30–17:00
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Cafe Dining, Burgers, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine
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