Custom House — Restaurant in Poole

Custom House Poole is a restaurant on Poole Quay in Old Town Poole, housed in a Grade II listed Georgian building that once served as a customs office. It’s known for home-made nachos and cocktails, with guests enjoying lunch at tables lit by warm lighting or ending evenings with draught beer while seated near the sea view. The venue anchors daily life across Poole, offering coastal atmosphere through its location on The Quay.

Custom House Poole occupies a Grade II listed Georgian building originally established as King's Custom House for maritime trade duties in the 18th century. The space retains historic character with visible brick walls and wooden beams throughout. Interior lighting remains warm to support cozy dining despite high crowd density during peak times. Visitors experience a bustling yet relaxed atmosphere where history meets coastal life, including outdoor seating that offers sea views on The Quay.

Custom House Poole operates as a restaurant with table-service for meals or drinks in a setting defined by its historic Georgian architecture. Locals use the space throughout the day, lunching during weekdays or gathering evenings for cocktails and draught beer, particularly at peak times when it’s popular among visitors. Full Circle Dorset coffee is featured as a signature element in daily operations, reflecting local sourcing that contributes to its coastal identity.