The Bear Cross
2 Magna Road, BH11 9LU - Bournemouth
·£20–30
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Wheelchair accessible
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Accessible restroom
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Casual
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Good for groups
👍 Recommended by 17 people
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Contact Information
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Phone:
+44 1202 574413
🌐 Website:
http://www.thebearcross.com
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Address:
2 Magna Road, Bournemouth
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Google Reviews (10)
Amazing menu and lots of choice. Food was very tasty and there was an option of a smaller portion. Staff were very friendly and attentive. We will definitely be back.
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My wife and son are allergic to dairy but myself and my other son are not. We normally have to go to vegan restaurants or a normal restaurant but they only have a very small menu to choose from, but not at The Bear Cross pub! The dairy-free menu was massive and had proper dishes and not just poor substitutes.
Some of the decor is a little tired, but that certainly didn't have any impact on the food.
My wife had chicken with a (dairy free) creamy sauce and I had a steak pie. My boys both had more standard for kids options and chips. My son was delighted to have the dairy-free ice cream option instead of the usual sorbet. The portions were huge for all.
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We came for a hen do and the staff couldn't have been more helpful. Gave us our own tab numbers so there wasn't any messing around when paying. When our activity got moved, they very kindly gave us an alternative option. Couldn't have been kinder and gave us excellentservice. Food was very good.
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Really impressed. The menu was varied and catered well for vegetarians (not just the same couple of options there are everywhere else) they also had separate vegan and gluten free menus. We really liked the atmosphere and the feel of the place. It was a busy Friday but we weren't rushed at all (we thought they might want our table) and were able have a lovely, leisurely dinner. Impressed with the dessert options too - we both had meringue: one was coffee and one was ginger.
Definitely be coming back as it's in a good location too.
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We visited on a Saturday afternoon in the peeing rain, and it was very busy. Still managed to get a table though, thanks to the very nice and attentive staff who showed us to a table, then very politely asked us to move to another which was no issue at all. The food is excellent, the service is also brilliant. Get yourselves down there for a decent meal and a proper pint or two!
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Lovely service and great food, with decent range of food on offer. Super system for charging split bills. Would recommend!
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Large place offering lovely food in a relaxed atmosphere. Cask ale should that be your tipple. Staff very friendly and efficient. Food excellent from a great menu. Leave room for dessert
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Very friendly staff, and the food was fantastic too! The Lamb steak was lovely and tender, and the minted gravy was delicious. Also they didn't skimp on the portion size for the 'small' haloumi salad, and it was also great! Would definitely recommend 😊
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Great experience. Felt very welcome in very nice surroundings. Food was amazing. Be warned though. You need a big appetite to get through the roasts. Nice big portions. If we are in bournemouth again we will definitely visit. Highly recommended for good food and casual friendly atmosphere
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The food was 1st class. We had a really fussy eater with us and they couldn't do anymore to accommodate her.
All staff were wearing masks and tables were spaced well so felt very safe.
Five star for the food and service and atmosphere.
Best meal we have had at a restaurant for a long time and a reasonable price.
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Features & Services
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has great beer selection
Has great wine list
Popular for
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves food
Serves food at bar
Serves spirits
Serves wine
Dining options
Has seating
Has table service
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Crowd
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
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