A selection of locally sourced dishes at SOBO Fish & Grill in Southbourne
Family-run restaurant in Southbourne

Fresh, local food made for memorable occasions

Locally sourced seafood, grass-fed steak and seasonal game, served with warm hospitality in the heart of Southbourne.

Locally sourced Fresh ingredients from trusted producers
Open Wednesday–Saturday Lunch and dinner services available
Southbourne, Dorset Independent, family-run dining
Welcome to SOBO

Independent dining with a genuine local flavour

At SOBO Fish & Grill, good food begins with excellent ingredients and the people who produce them.

Our menus celebrate the best of Dorset and the surrounding area, from fresh seafood and locally reared meat to bread, vegetables, wine, beer and cider supplied by small independent businesses.

Whether you are joining us for a relaxed lunch, an evening meal or a special celebration, our team will make you feel at home.

Choose your experience

Enjoy SOBO your way

Join us in the restaurant, enjoy our food at home or treat someone to a SOBO experience.

01 — Dining in

Book a table

Enjoy seasonal dishes and friendly service in our contemporary Southbourne restaurant.

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02 — Dine at home

Restaurant-quality food at home

Order our ready-to-cook and ready-to-eat meals and platters for collection Wednesday to Saturday.

Shop meals
03 — Give an experience

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Plan your visit

Summer opening hours

Join us for relaxed midweek dining, a leisurely lunch or a memorable evening meal.

Wednesday Dinner from 5pm
Thursday Lunch 12–2:30pm · Dinner from 5pm
Friday Lunch 12–2:30pm · Dinner from 5pm
Saturday Lunch 12–2:30pm · Dinner from 5pm
Local by choice

Supporting the producers on our doorstep

Buying locally is central to how we cook. It gives us fresher ingredients, closer relationships with our suppliers and the opportunity to support the independent businesses that make our area special.

  • Fresh seafood selected for quality and seasonality
  • Locally reared meat, including grass-fed steak and game
  • Local bread, vegetables, wine, beer and cider
From Dorset and beyond

Know where your food comes from

We are proud to work with wonderful small producers and independent shops throughout the local area.

Discover the people and businesses behind the ingredients on your plate, and learn why supporting local matters to us.

Explore our suppliers
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Find us in Southbourne

We would love to welcome you

Address 129 Seabourne Road, Bournemouth, BH5 2HG
Telephone 01202 424656
General enquiries

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For table reservations, please use our online booking system. For anything else, send us a message below.

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