White Brasserie to open first new site post-pandemic

The White Brasserie Company has announced it will be opening a new venue, The Britannia, in Parkstone, Poole, marking its first new site to open post-pandemic.

The Britannia is set to open on 17 October following an extensive refurbishment, and will bring 55 new jobs to the area with roles in front of house, back of house, and bar.

The pub group, which names Michelin star chef Raymond Blanc as a director, has taken over the former Maison Sax site and said it will return the venue to its former glory as a traditional pub.

The pub will feature a dedicated bar, 150 cover restaurant and a 100 cover terrace and garden, complete with an outdoor fireplace and heated covered cabana area for all-year-round outdoor dining.

The menu will feature traditional pub food with French influences, all cooked fresh to order and using sustainable produce. The Britannia will source its meat from the Queen’s butcher, Aubrey Allen, which is “renowned” for its ethical approach and animal welfare standards.

The White Brasserie and Brasserie Blanc are owned by parent company Brasserie Bar Co.
The group currently has two venues in the local area, The Oaks in Highcliffe and Brasserie Blanc in Bournemouth.

Richard Ferrier, managing director of Brasserie Bar Co, said: “The Britannia represents our third venue in the region. It is a fantastic space and we hope it will be a popular destination for locals and visitors alike with inviting spaces for food and drink, fun interiors and cosy snugs as well as a stunning garden.”

Inge Watrobski, head of Design, added: “With our signature take on traditional pub style the interiors will be warm and inviting with British made wool tartans, bespoke deep-buttoned vintage leather banquettes, fabulous wallpapers and our favourite quirky touches.”