Reviews

Overall Total Score
3.6 out of 5
Very good | 275 reviews

What Sjc997 doesn't like about Boatyard Cafe:
Lazy Jacks is a refreshed restaurant located in a boat yard. Great decor with good food and wine options and sea glimpses. Like most restaurants they are clearly struggling with staff to provide a service standard reflected in the price of their food and drinks. View all feedback. What Bro44 likes about Boatyard Cafe:
Our first visit since it reopened as Lazy Jacks was on a Saturday evening. The place was buzzing with a much younger vibe than before and great new decor. It was warm so we sat out on the deck. Pizzas were excellent. The wait staff were great but my only criticism would be they were a bit run off their feet and could do with some help. As a result service was a little slower than it should be View all feedback.

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Gastroranking-it
3.8 ★ from 50 reviews
LallyH271
29.10.2024 - 05:41

Having walked from Bournemouth we were ready for a bite to eat, a quick google bought up The Boatyard Cafe, we opted for this rather than the cafes on the main...

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Nikki
29.10.2024 - 05:41

Absolutely awful service. Staff very rude and obviously have no common sense or manners. Waited for over 20 minutes to be served. When tried to order food and d...

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howllew
29.10.2024 - 05:41

Went with some friends for lunch, we all had a good time, service was quick and efficient. Wide choice on the menu, we sat outside as it was a sunny day. Busy p...

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Sando
29.10.2024 - 05:41

A little gem! Food was fresh, the service was great and set it a quiet and relaxing location. Seating is spacious with comfortable outdoor area. Choices on the...

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Tracy
29.10.2024 - 05:41

There were 7 of us and they kindly served us toon our breakfast order at 11:15- breakfast stops at 11:30am, but they were very accommodating. Reasonably priced...

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Nestled in a charming locale, this cafe/bar offers a vibrant atmosphere, but recent visits reveal a striking contrast in service and quality. While some guests rave about delightful meals and attentive staff, others lament slow service, forgotten orders, and subpar food, including issues like moldy burgers. Notably, experiences can vary dramatically based on the chef and staff present, influencing diners' enjoyment. Despite some negative interactions, the cafe has potential, especially for casual coffee seekers. Overall, while it presents a promising setting, patrons should brace for inconsistency in food and service, especially during peak times.

Tripadvisor
3.6 ★ from 142 reviews
251netp
14.11.2023 - 21:24

It took 30 minutes to receive our first drink, and about 45 minutes to place our food order. The food was mediocre at best, with my pizza being dry and only top...

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Bro44
14.11.2023 - 21:24

Our first visit since it reopened as Lazy Jacks was on a Saturday evening. The place was buzzing with a much younger vibe than before and great new decor. It wa...

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rjb10101
14.11.2023 - 21:24

This place made our recent holiday to Sandbanks. The weather was not in our favour but we stumbled across Lazy Jacks and loved it. The name is apt because the p...

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musicwriter
14.11.2023 - 21:24

The restaurant is no longer the peaceful and serene place it once was. It was loud and disorganized. We waited 90 minutes for our food only to be told that they...

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Sjc997
14.11.2023 - 21:24

Lazy Jacks is a refreshed restaurant located in a boat yard. Great decor with good food and wine options and sea glimpses. Like most restaurants they are clearl...

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Gastroranking-uk
3.5 ★ from 133 reviews

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