1812

This hotel has really had some good advisors, because not only bar so, but 1812 are fine establishments. This is the place to be in Bournemouth.
Always chocca at the weekends, but nicely calm and relaxing during the week. Watch the world go by during the summer, and soak up the beautiful décor inside in the cold.
1812 has a fine edge which is reflected in the staff’s service and the quyality of the products on offer. cocktail bar which can slow things down at the bar, but worth the wait, just order two when you finally get served!

We wanted a special meal after not going out for a while due to our baby. We had a few recommendations for 1812 so thought we’d give it a go.
Unfortunately we were disappointed.
We went in December and the restaurant was full with a few works Christmas night out, so the noise was unbelievable, and the tables too close. Our table for two was paced in the middle of the room between two larger tables. With staff walking either side of us and mostly banging into the back of my chair, not enough room to walk past. The actual service from the staff was great with the exception of the maitre d’. I ordered the duck for a main and he actually asked me if I knew that it was served red! How pretentious is that!
The food it’s self was without fault, just a shame the atmosphere ruined the evening.
I would highly avoid 1812 at the weekends as the bar area next door hosts live music which drons out any chance of conversation at the table.