Shell Bay Seafood Restaurant
Shell Bay
A seaside seafood restaurant at Studland, the eastern starting point of the Jurassic Coast, with views over Poole Harbour and Brownsea Island.
Located at the northern tip of the Studland Peninsula at Shell Bay, close to the Sandbanks ferry terminal near the eastern start of the Jurassic Coast. The restaurant is known for its panoramic views over Poole Harbour and Brownsea Island. The menu centres on charcoal-grilled fish, scallops and oysters, and the Kerala-style fish curry is a favourite among regulars. The Good Food Guide rates it “Good” but notes that prices are clearly higher than a typical seaside café, and main courses do not include side dishes, which must be ordered separately. Book ahead in peak season. You can reach it by chain ferry from Sandbanks in Poole, or drive in along Ferry Road.
Opening hours
Lunch and dinner service; shorter hours in winter, check the website for details
Nearby sights
- Brownsea Island
- Studland Bay
- Old Harry Rocks
- Swanage
- Swanage Railway
- Durlston Country Park
- Dancing Ledge
- Corfe Castle