Tom’s Lyme Regis

Just yards from Lyme Regis harbour, Tom’s enjoys a privileged position in one of Dorset‘s great seafood towns. Thanks to its first buyer’s licence, the restaurant is able to purchase fish and shellfish directly from local fishermen, meaning the journey from boat to plate is often measured in minutes rather than miles.

The menu changes with the catch, thanks to the kitchen’s close relationship with local boats, and celebrates Lyme Bay’s exceptional seafood at its freshest. Hand-dived scallops, Dorset Blue lobster and Portland Pearl oysters are among the stars of Tom’s seasonal Fish Board.

A waterside terrace makes an ideal spot for lunch overlooking the Cobb, where a glass of sparkling wine from nearby Castlewood Vineyard pairs naturally with the day’s seafood. As evening approaches, Portland Pearl oyster and cocktail happy hour add further reasons to settle in and watch the harbour wind down.