Town House Dragon - Piatti

The White Horse Inn

➤ White Horse Lane, North Dorset, United Kingdom, DT10 1LY

Piatti • Fish • Steak • Seafood • Ice Cream

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"We have been frequenting this restaurant for 3 years, but since the new ownership took over, I must say that it has become truly exceptional. It's a hidden gem that you almost don't want others to know about, but at the same time, you want more people to enjoy the great food and atmosphere of this pub. I consider myself well-traveled when it comes to dining out, and I can confidently say that this place embodies the best of what British Pubs have to offer - a wonderful experience, delicious food, impeccable service, and a fantastic setting. I absolutely love it here."

The Saxon Inn

➤ Gold Hill, DT11 8HD, North Dorset, United Kingdom

Piatti • Pub • Steak • British • Vegetarian

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"The Saxon Inn is a truly beautiful country inn, full of charm and character. Each little area, corner and nook is styled and curated to perfection, and the special little attention to details really elevates this place above what you'd normally expect from a country inn. Every turn reveals an almost lnstagrammable moment you'd want to capture. The welcome from the hosts Sarah and Richard couldn't have been more friendly and nothing was too much trouble for them. They really were consummate hosts and you could just tell they'd put their heart and soul into place and genuinely cared that their customers not only enjoyed their stay, but loved their stay. The bedroom and bathroom were spotlessly clean and comfortable. The cooked breakfast in the morning was delicious and the fresh fruit and doorstep toast was amazing. Real coffee, real butter, and locally sourced products made this a breakfast to remember. My partner and I didn't have an evening meal at the Inn when we arrived but really regretted it when we tasted the breakfast the following morning. To add even more character to the place, the Saxon Inn also has two other permanent residents, the beautifully-docile and aloof Reggie (a gorgeous whippet), and Herman , an independent little dachshund who parades around wearing a bandana. Overall, it's a superb place to stay and eat. We'd highly recommend it."

Plumber Manor

➤ Plumber, Hazelbury Bryan Road, DT10 2, North Dorset, United Kingdom

Piatti • Meat • Coffee • Cheese • British

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"We made a reservation the day before for my birthday dinner. When we arrived, we initially felt a bit underdressed compared to the local patrons, but we were warmly welcomed by the staff and owners of the Manor. We had plenty of time to peruse the menu and wine list. Our starters, scallops and a trio of mushroom parcel, were excellent. We opted for the beef Wellington for our main course, which had a minimum order of two. This was a new experience for us, but we were impressed with the portion size, two potato dishes, spinach, and hollandaise. We chose the Madeira sauce over the béarnaise, which was delicious and very satisfying. Everything was cooked perfectly - the beef was tender, the pastry was soft and slightly flaky. The dessert selection was great, with one of us enjoying a crème brûlée. There was also an option for a trio of desserts to try three different choices. Overall, this was probably the best meal I have had in a long time, if not ever. I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone who appreciates well-cooked, quality food."

The Swan Inn

➤ Swan Not Swann, North Dorset, United Kingdom, DT10 1AR

Piatti • Pubs • Full • Salads • British

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"This review is for the restaurant that we visited on Saturday 24 February 2024. We had a very pleasant waitress who guided us to our table. I ordered liver and bacon with vegetables. The liver was overcooked and the bacon was very tough and inedible. Parsnips were totally burnt and akin to charcoal pieces, totally inedible. All of the small baby carrots showed signs of being burnt and scorched. My wife's bowl of chicken with salad came with a rasher of bacon, which again was very tough and inedible. We were the only customers in the restaurant. The question is how can the chef during the quiet period, manages to burn the food and then dishes up the food and says that it's ready to go to the customers table. Obviously no care for customer service nor any pride in their work. Will not go back and will not recommend this restaurant to anyone."

Sweet Pea Cafe More

➤ Market Cross, North Dorset, United Kingdom, DT10 1AN

Piatti • Cafe • Vegan • British • Vegetarian

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"Visited Saturday 23/09/23 to meet up with some friends for lunch. Managed to get a table, really pretty little cafe, cosy seating. Decent menu, lovely friendly welcoming staff who genuinely appreciate your custom. We had jacket potatoes and quiches. Recommended and would return."