Food & Beverage · Seafood Pub
Poole Arms
19 The Quay, Poole, Dorset, BH15 1HJ
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Updated: 25 May 2026
Authenticity Score: 82/100
About
The Poole Arms is a classic, historic pub that seafood lovers adore. It’s small, cozy, and full of character. The food is consistently high quality, with fresh fish being the main draw. It’s a very popular spot, so booking is almost always necessary. Just be aware that it’s an old-school pub, so don’t expect modern amenities or a massive space.
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Performance Scores
Food Taste
88/100
Value for Money
80/100
Pro Tip
Check the daily specials board; they often have the best fresh catches of the day.
Historic Pub
Seafood Focused
Pros & Cons
✓ What Works Well
- Excellent fresh seafood
- Historic, cozy atmosphere
- Great selection of ales
✗ Areas to Improve
- Very small, booking essential
- Toilets are outside
- No children allowed inside
Frequently Asked Questions
- Are children allowed?
- Do I need to book?
- Is it dog friendly?
User Feedback
The seafood chowder is incredible.
A proper pub experience.
Staff are friendly and knowledgeable.
Quick Info
- Category Food & Beverage
- Neighborhood Poole Quay
- City Poole
- State Dorset
- Postcode BH15 1HJ
- Country United Kingdom
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