Bobby's Parlour

you're on bourne avenue, just off the square in bournemouth's town centre, which means you're surrounded by the usual high street noise. bobby's parlour sits right in the middle of that, and it holds its ground. the specialty coffee here is taken seriously, and so is the tea, which isn't always the case at places leading with espresso. if you're eating around dietary lines, vegan and vegetarian options are covered. it also works well when you're on your own, the kind of place that doesn't make solo visits feel like an inconvenience. bournemouth's coffee scene has been quietly getting sharper over the last few years, and spots like this are a big part of why. come for the flat white, stay for a second cup of whatever the tea list is offering.