Phone: +441202298350
Address: 32 East Overcliff Drive, BH1 3AW, Bournemouth, United Kingdom
City: Bournemouth
Menu Dishes: 11
Reviews: 292
"It 's supposed to be Italian, it 's nothing more than a low rate hotel lounge/bar. Most of the tables crammed in this small space are for 2 people. The attitude of the staff was couldn 't care less, Left us for so long. Unhelpful. We made a request if we could move tables, was told do what you want. Any question we asked about the food, they had no answers. The menu is absent, vague and misleading. We weren 't given enough menu 's. Soup of the day, dessert of the day, cake of the day ask your server (who will have no idea) Sadly the food was excellent in this frustrating chaos. Back to the service, no parmesan or black pepper. We asked for it which caused another issue as the hotel staff had no idea. Other diners had a long wait and we saw other parties give up and leave. Music was on a loop, we heard the same pop/techno song 3 times. Didn 't add to the 'italian ' feel. We were ignored for long periods of time whilst clearing empty tables were a priority. We ordered at the bar in the end where we were lied to saying the kitchen had shut as the chef had left at 8.15pm. (Way before the advertised closing time) The tirimasu had to be 'put together. ' (The tirimasu appeared later and it clearly came out of a box) The only time staff came to us was to ignore the issues and ask repetitive questions which we 'd already answered and they 'd written down. Watch the menu, ice cream is priced by the scoop, the sorbet isn 't. We had one scoop priced at £6.75. A rip off. We came in at 6.30pm and was trying to get out by 8.50pm for a taxi booked to catch a train. We were still fighting to order dessert at 8.25pm. As soon as we got dessert, we asked for the bill, we explained the hurry and we were promised this would be done. We rushed the dessert, one had no cutlery. We had to find the member of staff who had promised us the bill, he was serving other customers at the bar. Trying to pay, the card machine run out of paper. 12 minutes to get back to our hotel for the taxi booking. I thoroughly regret spending precious family time being treated like this. It was stressful."
Full menu - 11 options
All prices are estimates on menu.
Pasta
Spaghetti With Meatballs
Classic spaghetti topped with hearty meatballs in savory tomato sauce, sprinkled with Parmesan.
Appetizer
Tempura
Crispy battered vegetables and seafood deep-fried to golden perfection, served with a light dipping sauce.
Seafood Platter
A medley of fresh seafood including shrimp, crab, and mussels, served with lemon wedges and a side of cocktail sauce.
Entrées
Main Courses
Seafood
Calamari
Tender calamari rings lightly breaded and fried to golden perfection, served with tangy marinara sauce for a delightful appetizer.
Meat Dishes
Meatballs
Juicy meatballs simmered in rich tomato sauce with herbs, served with crusty bread for a hearty meal.
Seafood Dishes
Fried Calamari
Crispy fried calamari served with a side of marinara sauce for dipping.
Wrap
The Italian Wrap menu
The Italian Wrap is a combination of savory meats, fresh greens, and rich cheeses wrapped in a soft tortilla.
jessrT5060ER
Food is good, staff are very friendly and welcoming, hotel looks really lovely and a great place to stay. Also really good value for money.
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425richardn
Part of the Cumberland Hotel, this Restaurant has only been open a few days and serves authentic Italian fare, served by friendly enthusiastic staff
Sarah
I went with my friends for a quick lunch. Staffs were very friendly especially Nora and Paris. We had a wonderful time. Food was delicious. I would definitely recommend to go and there will be a comeback.
tonysW7LA
Awful. One other couple in there yet took 40 minutes to be served. Then pizza was l undercooked dough with very little topping. Calzone was the same with frozen chopped ham and chicken, undercooked dough and no tomato sauce inside. View menu
jackyh30
We wanted a snack and opted for cheese and biscuits for 2 people with a bottle of red. The Italian Cafe was very bright and stark with no candles on the tables so the atmosphere was flat. However, the staff were very attentive, just needs a rethink of the ambience it is creating. It could be a lovely space if it was given more thought to the decour etc.
Carl
We stayed at the Ocean Beach Hotel and we had vouchers for the restaurant on the first night. Myself and my wife both adore Italian cuisine and we absolutely loved the food, it was some of the nicest Italian food we have had for a while. It was so good we opted against eating out on our second night and ate here again. The staff were friendly and helpful and they provided our 1 year old daughter a big bowl of Spaghetti Bolognese free of charge. In fairness, this was the major bonus of the hotel and was the main reason that my hotel reveiw was more positive. When we return to Bournemouth, we will happily eat here again.
alexdL1352EI
We ordered couple of starters and then mains. First of all our starters arrived on appallingly dirty plates. We then waited for a while for our mains. It felt like the restaurant was short of staff, although it wasn't very busy. One of the mains was way too salty and my wife couldn't eat it and asked for something else. She didn't complain, but to my big surprise no one even asked if anything was wrong with that main. The plate was untouched and they just took it back to the kitchen!!! Child's main arrived without garlic bread and even though we asked for it never got it! the waiting time was long as well so we decided to skip the desserts and go elsewhere. Pizza was nice! It's a shame reall... View menu
peterd834
Just visited this evening with my friend, we thought we would try them out as now 's the best time to go as they are named on the government list as taking part in help to eat out scheme. Just living around the corner we wanted to support our local business. We booked a table a day in advance. We ordered pint of Peroni and a pint of Carlsberg and two pizzas and an extra topping each. I have to say we both really enjoyed the Pizzas, just a shame they were cold. We waited for someone to come over and ask is everything ok with your food but nobody did. We then finished our beers and went to the bar to pay for our bill. The manager prints off our bill and shows £34 I said to her is that with th...
909kz
Came here for our beloved friend’s Birthday on a Tuesday night. We were welcomed, got seated, offered drinks, menus everything going smooth. A loud Prosecco pop made us feel like we have come to a great place, never mind the good music coming through the speakers! The starters came and it was a delicious and eye catching surprise seafood platter with tempura prawns, king prawns and squid rings were just lovely, definitely a good start to a great dinner! Also the naans and olives along with some sun dried tomatoes! Downside missing cutlery and no one seemed to think of bringing plates out. Next the mains wow! Let me just say we were all I love from the first bites. Vegetable lasagna was hands...
Donna
It 's supposed to be Italian, it 's nothing more than a low rate hotel lounge/bar. Most of the tables crammed in this small space are for 2 people. The attitude of the staff was couldn 't care less, Left us for so long. Unhelpful. We made a request if we could move tables, was told do what you want. Any question we asked about the food, they had no answers. The menu is absent, vague and misleading. We weren 't given enough menu 's. Soup of the day, dessert of the day, cake of the day ask your server (who will have no idea) Sadly the food was excellent in this frustrating chaos. Back to the service, no parmesan or black pepper. We asked for it which caused another issue as the hotel staff had... View menu
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Cafés Charming cafés offering a variety of freshly brewed coffees and teas, along with light snacks, pastries, and desserts. Perfect for a morning pick-me-up or an afternoon treat in a cozy atmosphere.
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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
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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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Coffee Indulge in our rich and aromatic coffee selection, expertly brewed to awaken your senses. From classic espresso to creamy lattes, discover the perfect blend to start your day on a flavorful note.
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