Phone: +447473074733,+447440111131,+441202767513
Address: 48a Poole Road Bournemouth, Dorset BH4 9DZ, United Kingdom
City: Poole
Menu Dishes: 35
Reviews: 6934
Website: http://www.renoufs.co.uk/
"We had called-here for drinks during a previous visit to Bournemouth. We were impressed with the wine we drank, and the food that we saw served to other customers. So, today was the realisation of a promise that we made-to-ourselves to revisit and, this time, dine! We were a few-minutes early for our 19:30 reservation having allowed too-much time for our half-a-mile walk from our hotel. The restaurant was not busy, and there were scant customers during our 2½ hour stay. There was only one, very pleasant, member of staff in the bar/dining area. We had assumed he was the Manager, and he did everything: menus, drinks, food orders, food service, and payment. He did this pleasantly with good humour, plus impressive efficiency and knowledge. The food here is principally ‘Sharing Boards’ but also available were smaller (snack) servings of Artisan Cheese and Charcuterie and other “Nibbles”. We chose an ‘Ultimate Board’ (intended for two people sharing and costing £36.95 in total). Within this price you select four types of charcuterie plus four types of cheese to complete the board. Drinks: we started with a 175ml glass of “Martin Codax Albariño” for each of us. The extensive and impressive wine list offers a good selection available by the 175 or 250ml glass: 6 white wines, 3 rosé wines, 9 red wines, 3 sparkling wines and 9 aperitif/digestif wines. The Albariño was very much enjoyed, whist we decided which bottle of wine we would have with our meal. After much thought we chose a bottle of Bin 31 ‘Laibach (Sur Lie) Stellenbosch’; a white wine from what is a great wine-producing region in South Africa. This was superbly delicate and gently flavoured; with the very slight effervescence from the ‘Sur Lie’ fermentation method (fermentation on the lees). We know this method well from Sur Lie Muscadet wines, from the Sèvre-et-Maine region in France. With our wine chosen, we concentrated on the charcuterie and fromage that we would like with our ‘Ultimate Board’. There was much debate between us, but eventually: Our choices of charcuterie were: Salami Milano: with a perfumed scent that was such a delight. Pâté: quite fine but rich and flavoursome. Venison Salami: surprising and just superb. Smoked Pancetta: we loved this delicately smoked pork belly which was served in the thinnest slices imaginable. The cheese was far more difficult to choose: A Cheddar was a no-brainer and it was good; however we have ‘Vintage’ Cheddar at home (aged for 36-60 months); so the Cheddar here was a bit tame for our tastes. Oak Smoked Lincolnshire Poacher: this was very disappointing as half of the piece was totally inedible rind, and the rest was almost impossible to cut with the cheese-knife provided. I brought this to the attention of the Manager this was exchanged with more of the Cheddar. Northern Blue: good and creamy and appreciably tangy. We had another cheese which was firm and good eating, but we cannot recall it’s name (that’s our fail then). To be honest, and sadly, we found the cheese to be not anywhere as good as the charcuterie, we like mostly hard, or at least firm cheese, with strong flavours. Brie, Camembert and other soft cheeses rarely feature at our home (the somewhat explains our choices). The board was loaded with extra ingredients: a good selection of salad and fruit: cream cheese stuffed cherry tomatoes, lovely crunchy astringent cornichon, fresh grapes and pitted olives. There was also a pot of hummus, onion relish, cheese crackers, and a basket of bread (the latter of which we ordered a second). The meal was still a very favourable experience; made better by the extra cornichon provided. Just because I said how much I loved the texture and flavour of these wonderful ‘little gherkins’. After our board we were quite replete and there was no-way we could have managed a dessert, but an extra glass of Viognier for my Partner, and a wonderful 10-year-old Tawny Port for myself, finished-off the meal splendidly."
Full menu - 35 options
All prices are estimates on menu.
Cheese Boards
Charcuterie Boards
Sides
Cheese Board
A curated selection of assorted cheeses, served with crackers, fruits, and nuts for a perfect pairing.
Cheese Selection
Small Plates And Nibbles
Poutine
Fromages (Vegetarian Friendly)
Gourmet Burgers
Bottle / Can
Cold Cuts
Muenster
Creamy Muenster cheese melted perfectly on a toasted artisan bread, offering a rich and savory experience.
Blue*
Pork
Vegetable Dishes
Prosciutto
Thin slices of cured Italian ham, delicately salty and savory, perfect for appetizers or pairing with cheese.
Dessert
Cheesecake
A rich, creamy dessert with a smooth texture and graham cracker crust, often topped with fruits or a sweet glaze.
Small Plates
British Cheese Selection
Artisan Cured Meats & Cheese
Meats
Starters
British & French Cheeses
Gemma
Highly recommend this place! Great service, food and wine. Thank you
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Louise
Absolutely wonderful, definitely a place to visit whether just 2 of you or a party of 8.
leah
The most amazing dining experience you will ever have. I would give it 10 stars if I could.
jennette
Fantastic food and Fantastic service. Our barman/waiter was fantastic. Friendly and knowledgeable. Highly recommended. View menu
Alice
Great visit for a belated valentines celebration! My boyfriend and I love it here good service, great food wine and even better cheese. As a vegetarian they are very good at catering for me and making sure I know what I can and can’t have. Will 100% be back!
irvisa2
Shay provided an exceptional dining experience at Renofous. His attention to detail, friendly demeanor, and efficient service truly enhanced our meal. He went above and beyond to ensure we had everything we needed and made excellent recommendations. Shay's professionalism and genuine hospitality made our visit truly memorable. We'll definitely be returning, thanks to Shay's outstanding service!
MarmaladeSandwich
As an early Mother's Day treat, daughter took for for lunch here. The photo is 100% representative of the charcuterie and cheese board, plus sliced breads that we shared. Excellent service by the staff. We chose a comte, a Dorset Red and a camembert, for our 3 cheeses. All the cheeses were lovely; the comte was tongue tinglingly delicious. Even the pickled onions were eye poppingly terrific. I would thoroughly recommend having lunch etc. here View menu
Longhaul85
I had a great night here a few weeks ago. The cheese is to die for, well all of the food is fantastic. The six person sharer board has a lot of extras and a generous choice of cheese and meat. A great wine selection and don't worry if you don't drink wine, there is a well stocked bar. Attentive but not overbearing service. Shay is a great asset to Westbourne. I would highly recommend booking in advance to avoid disappointment. If you love the food, there is also a Renoufs deli just down the road in The Arcade.
MikeyG53
We were visiting Bournemouth to enjoy Valentine’s Night, which we do like to celebrate, because after the Christmas and New Year festivities, there’s just nothing ‘happening’; at least until the weather improves. Valentine’s remains the only occasion, in the depths of winter, that give’s us reason to dine-out; it drives us to brave the elements and have a little fun. This year we decided we would have the best part of a couple of days here in Bournemouth; including this one-night stop-over. We found this Cheese and Wine Bar through research on the web and we were intrigued by what we saw on the website and the reviews here on TA. We had not made a reservation, and on our arrival we had to wa...
MikeyG53
We had called-here for drinks during a previous visit to Bournemouth. We were impressed with the wine we drank, and the food that we saw served to other customers. So, today was the realisation of a promise that we made-to-ourselves to revisit and, this time, dine! We were a few-minutes early for our 19:30 reservation having allowed too-much time for our half-a-mile walk from our hotel. The restaurant was not busy, and there were scant customers during our 2½ hour stay. There was only one, very pleasant, member of staff in the bar/dining area. We had assumed he was the Manager, and he did everything: menus, drinks, food orders, food service, and payment. He did this pleasantly with good humo... View menu
Categories
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Wine A curated selection of fine wines from around the world, offering rich reds, crisp whites, and elegant rosés to pair perfectly with your meal. Savor each bottle's unique aroma, flavor, and complexity.
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Beer Discover our selection of refreshing beers, from crisp lagers to bold ales and rich stouts. Whether you prefer local brews or international favorites, we have the perfect pint to elevate your dining experience. View menu
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Tapas Enjoy a delightful variety of small, flavorful dishes perfect for sharing, combining traditional and modern influences. Savor each bite as you explore diverse tastes and textures crafted to excite your palate.
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Gourmet Gourmet: Experience a symphony of flavors with our meticulously crafted dishes, featuring premium ingredients and innovative culinary techniques, designed to delight the most discerning palates. Indulge in an extraordinary dining journey.
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