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The Kings Arms, Christchurch, Dorset

The Kings Arms

4.1
4.1
260 Reviews
£25 and under
British
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
  • Good for business meals
The Kings Arms Restaurant offers award-winning dining in the heart of Christchurch, Dorset. Chef Patron, Alex Aitken, heads up the food with menus that showcase the very best local and seasonal produce; including the popular ‘15 Mile Menu’, with ingredients sourced within a 15 mile radius, the extensive a la carte menu and Friday ‘Fizz n Chips’. The latest addition to the Kings Arms is The Bar, a vibrant and modern venue that boasts an exciting 15 Mile Cocktail Menu, with a Kings twist on classic favourites, including the ‘Britini’ and a ‘Once Upon a Cosmo’. The Bar is a great place to catch up with a friend, or head to for pre-dinner drinks. At the weekend, Friday and Saturday nights will see the energy levels at The Bar peak as DJs take to the DJ booth and bring a little bit of London night life to Christchurch.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, Afternoon Tea, Steak
  • Hours of Operation
    Monday - Sunday: 12pm - 3pm Sunday - Thursday: 6pm - 9:30pm Friday - Saturday: 6pm - 10pm
  • Phone number
    01202 588933
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Alex Aitken
  • Private party facilities
    If you’re looking for somewhere special to hold your birthday celebration, engagement party, christening party or other special event, look no further – The Kings Arms can cater for functions of all sizes. We also have a fantastic outdoor space opposite the hotel, with our very own bowling green; perfect for BBQs of all sizes, allowing for up to 200 guests.
  • Private party contact
    kings.events@harbourhotels.co.uk: 01202 588933
  • Area
    Christchurch
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking is reserved for residents of the hotel, Local facilaties are located a short distance away.
  • Public transit
    The Hotel is located just minutes from Christchurch train station, 45 minutes from Southampton Airport or 20 minutes from Bournemouth International Airport.
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Full Bar, Happy Hour, High Tea, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wine

What 260 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.1
4.1 based on all time ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 3.9Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

260 Reviews
  1. HeidiT

    Dorset

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 23 July 2016

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely room and very helpful friendly professional service, food was all good.

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  2. AndyS

    London

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 19 July 2016

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Although the food was good, the service and atmosphere were very much lacking. The background music kept changing from one theme to another, none befitting the meal. Service was ok, but not outstanding, and rather than leave a jug of water on the table, we had to keep asking for a refill, which was annoying. Needs to improve, badly.

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  3. AngelaW

    Dorset

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 July 2016

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The dinner was absolutely delicious, service was very attentive. Two things affected the ratings for ambience - firstly the background music was too loud for comfortable conversation and secondly the child friendly aspect. I didn't expect there to be children in pushchairs in the restaurant at 8pm. It's good for parents but not so much for other diners.

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  4. CarolineP

    Dorset

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 16 July 2016

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was very good, service was quite slow once it go busy, felt a bit like we had been forgotton. Very hot in the restaurant!

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  5. SteveandKate

    Dorset

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 16 July 2016

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another extremely enjoyable visit. Good food in pleasant surroundings, with friendly and attentive staff.

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  6. LG59

    Dorset

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 12 July 2016

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A lovely restaurant to visit either on our own or with friends. And you just have to try the twice baked cheese soufflé.

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  7. Nickymac

    Dorset

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 10 July 2016

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Went on Sunday for Sunday Lunch food very good, but too warm in the restaurant, no air con or fans. Can imagine being really uncomfortable in the height of summer.

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  8. KandF

    Hampshire

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 9 July 2016

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We had the tasting menu which was excellent and good value. Good wines available and service good. Only drawback - we arrived early for a drink but the bar is very noisy with taped music and we had to go into the restaurant early to enjoy our aperitifs (which were excellent).

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  9. PatriciaK

    Dorset

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 6 July 2016

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    We were disappointed that the menu we had seen on Internet was not the same as at the restaurant as we did not like as many choices. We also were surprised that there was not any bread supplied with the meal, even when soup was ordered and it had to purchased as an extra at a cost of £2.00.

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  10. n1coop

    Hampshire

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 6 July 2016

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    My meal arrived luke warm. My wife's ham hock was 50% fat. Why were both meals served in the first place!

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The Kings Arms is rated 4.1 stars by 260 OpenTable diners.

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Google Map for The Kings Arms

18 Castle Street, Christchurch, Dorset BH23 1DT

Additional information

  • Area
    Christchurch
  • Hours of Operation
    Monday - Sunday: 12pm - 3pm Sunday - Thursday: 6pm - 9:30pm Friday - Saturday: 6pm - 10pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, Afternoon Tea, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking is reserved for residents of the hotel, Local facilaties are located a short distance away.
  • Public transit
    The Hotel is located just minutes from Christchurch train station, 45 minutes from Southampton Airport or 20 minutes from Bournemouth International Airport.
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Alex Aitken
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Full Bar, Happy Hour, High Tea, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wine
  • Phone number
    01202 588933
  • Private party facilities
    If you’re looking for somewhere special to hold your birthday celebration, engagement party, christening party or other special event, look no further – The Kings Arms can cater for functions of all sizes. We also have a fantastic outdoor space opposite the hotel, with our very own bowling green; perfect for BBQs of all sizes, allowing for up to 200 guests.
  • Private party contact
    kings.events@harbourhotels.co.uk: 01202 588933
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