Bournemouth - BH2

Average Rating: 
4.09 / 5

Staff: 
Average: 4.3 (6 votes)
Speed: 
Average: 5 (2 votes)
Decoration: 
Average: 5 (2 votes)
Food: 
Average: 5 (2 votes)
Exeter Crescent
Bournemouth
BH2 5AU
01202 296 096
Halal: 
No
Nearby: 
The BH2 development also houses an Odeon and another (soon to be) 13 restaurants (only a few are open currently). Bournemouth train station is 1 mile walk away.
Parking: 
There's an NCP underneath which is a bit pricey at 1hr/£3, 2hrs/£4, 3hrs/£5, 4hrs/£6, 5hrs/£7 and up from there. There's a much smaller pay and display car park opposite the entrance to the NCP priced at £1/1hr, £2/2hrs, £3/3hrs, £5/4hrs for a maximum 4hr stay.
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Author: 
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Number of Visits: 
This was my first visit
How Busy?: 
Almost Full
Date of Last Visit: 
Sunday, April 17, 2022
Time of Day: 
Mid-afternoon or late evening
Rating: 
4.5 / 5
Friendliness of Staff: 
5 (Wow, I feel incredibly welcome! Recognised if a frequent visitor)
Speed of Service: 
4 (5 - 10 mins - Some conversation had begun)
Quality of Food: 
4 (Above average - noticeably tastier than normal)
Decoration & Cleanliness: 
5 (An exceptional Nando's! (Please tell us why) )
Comments - Stand out in our monthly competition! What did you eat? Unique aspects? Parking/transport tips?: 

Very good experience overall. We were kindly hosted and attended by a lovely gentleman Tiago. Really well looked after, will definitely return

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Number of Visits: 
50+
How Busy?: 
Half Full
Date of Last Visit: 
Saturday, March 26, 2022
Time of Day: 
Weekday Lunch
Rating: 
4.63 / 5
Friendliness of Staff: 
5 (Wow, I feel incredibly welcome! Recognised if a frequent visitor)
Speed of Service: 
5 (Under 5 mins - I had only just got back with my cutlery and sauce)
Quality of Food: 
4.5 (Great - Very tender, piping hot, not at all burnt, dripping in sauce)
Decoration & Cleanliness: 
4 (Very clean, newly furnished, impressive artwork and lighting)
Comments - Stand out in our monthly competition! What did you eat? Unique aspects? Parking/transport tips?: 

Gabriel served me and my girlfriend. He was very very polite and nice and made the experience of going to Nando’s 10x better. He was so friendly and funny that I even asked if I could tip him but he said no, so I decided he had to be rewarded for his positive, bubbly and happy attitude.

Anonymous's picture
How Helpful?: 
Average: 4 (1 vote)
Author: 
Anonymous (not verified)
Number of Visits: 
This was my first visit
How Busy?: 
Almost Full
Date of Last Visit: 
Thursday, July 29, 2021
Time of Day: 
Mid-afternoon or late evening
Rating: 
4.13 / 5
Friendliness of Staff: 
4 (Good stuff. Very polite)
Speed of Service: 
3 (10 - 15 mins - Nando's average)
Quality of Food: 
4.5 (Great - Very tender, piping hot, not at all burnt, dripping in sauce)
Decoration & Cleanliness: 
5 (An exceptional Nando's! (Please tell us why) )
Comments - Stand out in our monthly competition! What did you eat? Unique aspects? Parking/transport tips?: 

I bought my usual half a chicken (medium) and three chicken wings (hot). The chicken was not burnt in any areas which gave for a delightful experience - additionally the toilets were gender neutral so everybody going to Nando’s can feel welcome!

Anonymous's picture
How Helpful?: 
Average: 5 (1 vote)
Author: 
Anonymous (not verified)
Number of Visits: 
This was my first visit
How Busy?: 
Almost Full
Date of Last Visit: 
Thursday, November 8, 2018
Time of Day: 
Weekday Dinner
Rating: 
4.75 / 5
Friendliness of Staff: 
5 (Wow, I feel incredibly welcome! Recognised if a frequent visitor)
Speed of Service: 
4 (5 - 10 mins - Some conversation had begun)
Quality of Food: 
5 (Nando's fit for a King - The very best (Please tell us why)!
Decoration & Cleanliness: 
5 (An exceptional Nando's! (Please tell us why) )
Comments - Stand out in our monthly competition! What did you eat? Unique aspects? Parking/transport tips?: 

All the servers were incredibly friendly and helpful, they didn’t rush us at all, we had a great meal especially the vanilla and reaspberry cheesecake ! Special thanks to vendy, she was fab!

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How Helpful?: 
Average: 5 (1 vote)
Author: 
Marc RYN
Number of Visits: 
This was my first visit
How Busy?: 
10 - 25 minute wait
Date of Last Visit: 
Thursday, July 26, 2018
Time of Day: 
Weekday Dinner
Rating: 
4.25 / 5
Friendliness of Staff: 
5 (Wow, I feel incredibly welcome! Recognised if a frequent visitor)
Speed of Service: 
5 (Under 5 mins - I had only just got back with my cutlery and sauce)
Quality of Food: 
3 (Average - just as you would expect)
Decoration & Cleanliness: 
4 (Very clean, newly furnished, impressive artwork and lighting)
Comments - Stand out in our monthly competition! What did you eat? Unique aspects? Parking/transport tips?: 

BH2 seems to be exactly what central Bournemouth needed, given how busy every eatery was on a Thursday night in late July and the Odeon cinema next door was also buzzing.

Parking is touch and go as although BH2 has a car park, when we arrived it was full and we opted for the outdoor pay and display car park opposite, just about managing to grab a space in dramatic circumstances. Expect to pay £1.50-£2 per hour no matter the time or day of the week!

Anonymous's picture
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Author: 
Anonymous (not verified)
Number of Visits: 
This was my first visit
How Busy?: 
Half Full
Date of Last Visit: 
Saturday, December 2, 2017
Time of Day: 
Weekend Dinner (Inc Friday)
Rating: 
2 / 5
Friendliness of Staff: 
1 (Rude. Where is the Nando's spirit?)
Speed of Service: 
1 (>25 mins - Asked repeatedly. I need my Nando's)
Quality of Food: 
2 (Quite disappointing - seems rushed, may have some parts burnt)
Decoration & Cleanliness: 
4 (Very clean, newly furnished, impressive artwork and lighting)
Comments - Stand out in our monthly competition! What did you eat? Unique aspects? Parking/transport tips?: 

We are regular Nando's customers . First and last time we are going to Bournemouth restaurant. Cashier clearly didn't want to be there and looked miserable. My food come out pretty much straight away but my parents took 25 mins , when I asked for mine to be placed on the heat the staff had a little winge . And explained the beanie pitta takes 20mins to cook . ( that's a first for us, it's normally quicker ) .

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Author: 
Anonymous (not verified)
Number of Visits: 
5-10
How Busy?: 
Half Full
Date of Last Visit: 
Sunday, November 5, 2017
Time of Day: 
Mid-afternoon or late evening
Rating: 
5 / 5
Friendliness of Staff: 
5 (Wow, I feel incredibly welcome! Recognised if a frequent visitor)
Speed of Service: 
5 (Under 5 mins - I had only just got back with my cutlery and sauce)
Quality of Food: 
5 (Nando's fit for a King - The very best (Please tell us why)!
Decoration & Cleanliness: 
5 (An exceptional Nando's! (Please tell us why) )
Comments - Stand out in our monthly competition! What did you eat? Unique aspects? Parking/transport tips?: 

Have eaten at this restaurant a few times and always had exceptional service and fantastic food. Everyone is so friendly especially a lady called Anne. Every time we go here she is so caring and nothing is ever too much trouble, she is a real credit to your company. You should be very proud you have such a lovely, friendly team in this branch of Nando's. Well done!

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Author: 
raphdean
Number of Visits: 
This was my first visit
Date of Last Visit: 
Saturday, October 14, 2017
Time of Day: 
Weekend Dinner (Inc Friday)
Rating: 
4.13 / 5
Friendliness of Staff: 
4 (Good stuff. Very polite)
Speed of Service: 
4 (5 - 10 mins - Some conversation had begun)
Quality of Food: 
4.5 (Great - Very tender, piping hot, not at all burnt, dripping in sauce)
Decoration & Cleanliness: 
4 (Very clean, newly furnished, impressive artwork and lighting)
Comments - Stand out in our monthly competition! What did you eat? Unique aspects? Parking/transport tips?: 

Great food new restaurant enjoyed alot

Anonymous's picture
How Helpful?: 
No votes yet
Author: 
Anonymous (not verified)
Number of Visits: 
50+
How Busy?: 
Half Full
Date of Last Visit: 
Friday, July 14, 2017
Time of Day: 
Weekday Lunch
Rating: 
4.13 / 5
Friendliness of Staff: 
3 (Not bad. Did everything I asked of them)
Speed of Service: 
4 (5 - 10 mins - Some conversation had begun)
Quality of Food: 
4.5 (Great - Very tender, piping hot, not at all burnt, dripping in sauce)
Decoration & Cleanliness: 
5 (An exceptional Nando's! (Please tell us why) )
Comments - Stand out in our monthly competition! What did you eat? Unique aspects? Parking/transport tips?: 

The one and only thing that I and all my friends/clients agree with, is that the portion of rice is too small for the price.

Tes's picture
How Helpful?: 
No votes yet
Author: 
Tes
Number of Visits: 
This was my first visit
How Busy?: 
Almost Full
Date of Last Visit: 
Friday, March 31, 2017
Time of Day: 
Weekday Dinner
Rating: 
4.5 / 5
Friendliness of Staff: 
4 (Good stuff. Very polite)
Speed of Service: 
4 (5 - 10 mins - Some conversation had begun)
Quality of Food: 
5 (Nando's fit for a King - The very best (Please tell us why)!
Decoration & Cleanliness: 
5 (An exceptional Nando's! (Please tell us why) )
Comments - Stand out in our monthly competition! What did you eat? Unique aspects? Parking/transport tips?: 

this Nando's in brand new Retail Park unit 1st floor, in the centre of Bournemouth,
really colourful and great decor, and good position, overlooking the Winter Gardens. (Cinema complex in the same Retail Park.)
The great thing was the food was tasty and quickly served,
(postcode BH2 5AU)

Ryan's picture
How Helpful?: 
Average: 5 (1 vote)
Author: 
Ryan
Number of Visits: 
This was my first visit
How Busy?: 
A few tables occupied
Date of Last Visit: 
Thursday, March 16, 2017
Time of Day: 
Weekday Lunch
Rating: 
3.25 / 5
Friendliness of Staff: 
3 (Not bad. Did everything I asked of them)
Speed of Service: 
3 (10 - 15 mins - Nando's average)
Quality of Food: 
3 (Average - just as you would expect)
Decoration & Cleanliness: 
4 (Very clean, newly furnished, impressive artwork and lighting)
Comments - Stand out in our monthly competition! What did you eat? Unique aspects? Parking/transport tips?: 

Stopped into this Nando's to catch up with all the recent openings and have now been to all of the UK Nando's, again, or at least until Hammersmith opens next month!

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How Helpful?: 
No votes yet
Author: 
Pompey Ranger
Number of Visits: 
This was my first visit
How Busy?: 
Almost Full
Date of Last Visit: 
Sunday, February 26, 2017
Time of Day: 
Weekend Dinner (Inc Friday)
Rating: 
3.25 / 5
Friendliness of Staff: 
4 (Good stuff. Very polite)
Speed of Service: 
3 (10 - 15 mins - Nando's average)
Quality of Food: 
2 (Quite disappointing - seems rushed, may have some parts burnt)
Decoration & Cleanliness: 
4 (Very clean, newly furnished, impressive artwork and lighting)
Comments - Stand out in our monthly competition! What did you eat? Unique aspects? Parking/transport tips?: 

This store on Exeter road in the town centre is a Crescent shape around its neighbouring Odeon cinema with a outside balcony over looking the lower gardens and has under ground parking for those that need it. The toilet was unisex cubicle style which were a little tight and cramped.

Gerry Louis's picture
How Helpful?: 
Average: 5 (1 vote)
Author: 
Gerry Louis
Number of Visits: 
This was my first visit
How Busy?: 
Almost Full
Date of Last Visit: 
Saturday, February 25, 2017
Time of Day: 
Weekend Lunch
Rating: 
4.63 / 5
Friendliness of Staff: 
5 (Wow, I feel incredibly welcome! Recognised if a frequent visitor)
Speed of Service: 
4 (5 - 10 mins - Some conversation had begun)
Quality of Food: 
4.5 (Great - Very tender, piping hot, not at all burnt, dripping in sauce)
Decoration & Cleanliness: 
5 (An exceptional Nando's! (Please tell us why) )
Comments - Stand out in our monthly competition! What did you eat? Unique aspects? Parking/transport tips?: 

When Jackie messaged me to ask if I wanted a one way road trip to Bournemouth I didn't hesitate to say yes. Checked the RYN website and saw there were two branches so I could get two killed birds and eat them. It was great.

Less than a two hour drive and we were in Bournemouth by the beach. The weather isn't the best but I'm not there to sight see. The Nando's is in town by the shopping parade, above TGI Fridays and next to La Tadcaster. They don't have a Five Guys yet.