Cauldron Bistro in Purbeck

This is the best breakfast ever. Very family friendly. Great service and food.

This is not just dinner..it's an experience. We were lucky.. a cancellation meant we could share what Margaret and Terry have to offer. Presented with my own jar of Terry's chilli sauce, without requesting it, sampling Margaret's Negroni and then the best turbot I've ever eaten.Maybe these reviews veer from one extreme to another because we no longer know what it's like to dine in an establishment staffed solely by two proud owners who are proud of what they offer their guests. And they have earned the right to be proud.Our best to you, Margaret and Terry

Superb meal as always. Love this friendly quirky bistro. Best place to eat in Swanage

Fabulous food, great service and a lovely retro feel

without doubt the most arrogant owner i have ever come across, i remember coming in here with my girlfriend and seeing on spare table as i entered i was approached by an smarmy looking peroxide blonde, she didnt say anything so i asked is it still open; the answer was astonishing!!!i don't know she said so i asked can you check with the manager or whoever - she replied i am the manager and i decide if i am open!!! - something no quite right here, but for sure the name the cauldron was most appropriate so we beat a hasty retreat but had nightmares later of three evil witches cooking up a meal for me A La Macbeth

We were in Swanage for the last ever jazz festival and booked for the Friday night. The Cauldron is quirky but very welcoming. Margaret and Terry spend about three days sourcing their raw ingredients and although on the expensive side, their careful preparation really shows. We had the whole Dover sole with hand cut chips. It's the best fish I've ever eaten! Terry brought one out on a plate to show us before he cooked it and it was divine.You get the table for the evening so if you have the time (we didn't), you could spend a whole evening dining on freshly prepared, as ordered, superb food. When we visit again, we shall ensure that we book a table.Well done to both of the owners. This isn't fast food, and neither should it be. A unique dining experience!

Food with passion.

The best food in Dorset...so far. My Aberdeen Angus fillet was absolutely amazingly perfect!!!

Wonderfully engaging owners who are really proud of the food they cook.