Frankie Benny's - Menu

Exeter Road Leisure Development, BH2 5AN, Bournemouth, United Kingdom

🛍 Full, Pizza, Steak, Pasta

3.9 💬 605 Reviews
Frankie Benny's

Phone: +441202295395

Address: Exeter Road Leisure Development, BH2 5AN, Bournemouth, United Kingdom

City: Bournemouth

Menu Dishes: 35

Reviews: 605

Website: https://www.frankieandbennys.com/restaurants/south-west/bournemouth/bournemouth-west

"One redeeming feature was the service, waiter attentive and friendly, food delivered to us promptly. Unfortunately I cannot say such nice things about the food. Starters were the Doughballs and Calamari, both of which were pretty average. The 'herb butter ' (or whatever the dip for the Doughballs is called) was very bland, only serving to give the Doughballs a greasy texture. No complaints about the Calamari, but I won 't be rushing to recommend it to anyone. The mains however, were bad. We ordered the Beef Burger and the Italian Hot Pizza. The Burger was dripping in mayo, and I mean properly dripping think of a Christmas pudding with icing dribbling down the sides, that 's what this burger looked like. Fries served with the Burger were noticeably microwaved, but the Patty and Veg were passable. The Italian Hot is visually appealing, and the pizza base is okay, but my god were the toppings bland. If it wasn 't for my eyesight and a vague taste of cheddar cheese or monterey Jack, I would not be able to tell if I was eating warm soggy cardboard or a Pizza. I should note that the pizza is only topped by mozzarella, according to the menu. Thoroughly dull food, and quite overpriced for the quality. Why am I writing this? What did I expect, from a chain restaurant? Well, a lot more than this. I 'm by no means a fussy eater and certainly not one to leave 1/5 review for a soggy pizza base in Frankie and Benny 's. The real sin of this meal is what it does to the gut my partner and I feel physically ill after eating here, like we want to go home and eat lettuce for the rest of our lives to detox our bodies. It 's bad, and absolutely not worth the money. If you 're hungry, go to Tescos and get a meal deal, it 's much tastier, healthier, and reasonably priced. It 's not worth it."

Full menu - 35 options

All prices are estimates on menu.

Salads

Wraps

Pizza

Pasta

Sandwiches

Calzones - Loaded And Folded

Grills

Seafood

Dessert

Fish Dishes

Chicken Dishes

Do It Your Way

Bread

12" Oven-Baked Pizza

Burger

Chicken

American Food

Entrées

Sides & Add-Ons

Gratins / Cold Appetizers

AntonyKk891 AntonyKk891

Nice lunch today Lovely new menu Lovely atmosphere So happy they have reopened Will come back really soon

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IAN
IAN

One thing about this place it is always food food and the atmosphere is brilliant even with all the restrictions.


sarahhardy21
sarahhardy21

Me and my husband love the new menu and the staff service is amazing. many thanks to Josh L and Josh R for excellent servic


kingastr
kingastr

Just visited Frankie and Bennys ang got excellent service from Josh R and tasted great espresso martini prepared by Josh L. Well done boys, Thank You . View menu


beerfan91
beerfan91

Very good, had a deal on starter/main and drink for £10. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Would certainly use the restaurant again, thumbs up.


jamesnjulie21
jamesnjulie21

The food is fantastic and the service is exceptional. The staff are incredibly kind and friendly, just like I remembered before the lockdown. Special thanks to Josh for taking care of us!


Yvonne
Yvonne

We took our children for meal while visiting Bournemouth over half term. We had a kids eat free voucher their food came out and the portions were huge. Our food was lovely, staff lovely thoroughly enjoyed our visit. View menu


rainbowh2017
rainbowh2017

The service from the waiter was excellent as he tried to fix any issues, but the food was terrible. Some items were missing from our plates and others in our group had to wait a long time for their food to arrive. The gesture of 10% off our bill was just not enough to make up for the overall disappointing experience.


Rick
Rick

It was a bustling Bank Holiday Monday and due to Covid 19 restrictions on customer numbers, we were grateful that Frankie and Benny’s accommodated our reservation. We opted for the delectable Ultra Macaroni cheese with bacon (£10.80) and the Caesar Salad with chicken (£11.40). Both dishes were delicious, although it seemed like the Caesar dressing was missing from the salad. I also ordered a large glass of Shiraz (£7.00) and a garlic bread starter, but unfortunately the garlic bread only arrived after our main course. To finish off, I indulged in a tasty Tiramisu. The friendly and attentive waiter apologized profusely for the oversight with the starter and promptly waived any charges for the...


Phototroph
Phototroph

One redeeming feature was the service, waiter attentive and friendly, food delivered to us promptly. Unfortunately I cannot say such nice things about the food. Starters were the Doughballs and Calamari, both of which were pretty average. The 'herb butter ' (or whatever the dip for the Doughballs is called) was very bland, only serving to give the Doughballs a greasy texture. No complaints about the Calamari, but I won 't be rushing to recommend it to anyone. The mains however, were bad. We ordered the Beef Burger and the Italian Hot Pizza. The Burger was dripping in mayo, and I mean properly dripping think of a Christmas pudding with icing dribbling down the sides, that 's what this burger... View menu

Categories

  • Full Savor a delightful array of authentic flavors with our carefully curated menu. Indulge in a variety of dishes, crafted to perfection, offering something for every palate.
  • Pizza Delve into our perfectly baked pizzas, crafted with hand-tossed dough, rich tomato sauce, and a blend of gourmet cheeses. Each slice bursts with fresh toppings, ensuring a delightful bite every time. View menu
  • Steak Savor prime cuts of juicy, tender steaks, expertly grilled to perfection. Each bite offers a burst of flavor, served with classic sides and delectable sauces to enhance your dining experience.
  • Pasta Delight in our selection of classic and contemporary pasta dishes, each crafted with fresh, quality ingredients and flavorful sauces that capture the essence of Italian cuisine in every bite.

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