There are lots of ways to say thank you to your mum this Mother’s Day including treating her to a top-notch roast.

If you are considering a traditional Sunday dinner this Mothering Sunday but you’re not sure where to go, Tripadvisor can offer some guidance.

Based on the reviews of the people who have eaten there, these are the top five establishments in Bournemouth offering the perfect roast with all the trimmings.


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Bournemouth Echo: Restaurant Roots ltd in Bournemouth has received excellent reviews for its roast dinners. Picture: TripadvisorRestaurant Roots ltd in Bournemouth has received excellent reviews for its roast dinners. Picture: Tripadvisor

The Larder House

Where: 4 Southbourne Grove, Bournemouth BH6 3QZ

Tripadvisor rating: 4.5/5

Number of "Excellent" ratings: 543

One reviewer wrote: "Having recently moved into the area I’d been doing a bit of research in to where served the best Sunday lunch. The Larder House seemed to get many recommendations, so we thought we’d give it a try.

"Very generous portions, beautiful tender beef and a fantastic selection of veg. Clearly a lot of thought and care had gone into this meal and it showed."

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The Libertine

Where: 1 Alumhurst Road, Bournemouth BH4 8EL

Tripadvisor rating: 4/5

Number of "Excellent" ratings: 445

One reviewer wrote: "Excellent quality food and a relaxed environment. This was our first visit to The Libertine after a family beach walk. We really enjoyed our Sunday lunch and we thought the quality was that of a good restaurant and the atmosphere was relaxed and friendly. We thought the prices were fair too. Recommend."

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Restaurant Roots ltd

Where: 141 Belle Vue Road, Bournemouth BH6 3EN

Tripadvisor rating: 5/5

Number of "Excellent" ratings: 52

One reviewer wrote: "This is the first time I have visited again since lock down & I didn’t think anything could have improved but it was exceptional (again). From the moment we arrived to the end of the evening we felt so special, treated like old friends & the food was sublime.

"It’s been a long time coming but I’m so pleased this little restaurant survived during the past years & are able to delight us again.

"I am even more grateful of these experiences than I was before. Thank you for the best evening."

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The Bear Cross

Where: 2 Magna Road, Bournemouth BH11 9LU

Tripadvisor rating: 4.5/5

Number of "Excellent" ratings: 513

One reviewer wrote: "Really lovely Sunday lunch, love how you can have small or large size & had the most amazing steamed treacle pudding, great attentive staff & well priced menu with great choice of options."

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Gilbey's Restaurant

Where: 5 Wollstonecraft Road Boscombe Spa, Bournemouth BH5 1JQ

Tripadvisor rating: 4.5/5

Number of "Excellent" ratings: 220

One reviewer wrote: "Food and service were excellent. The roasts we had were delicious with a great selection of vegetables.

"We're both shielding & felt very safe. Great attention to covid protection measures - plenty of distance between tables, use of hand gel etc. Staff wore shields, but still maintained a friendly and helpful manner.

"Will definitely book again."

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