Welcome to the Jailhouse!

We are happy to announce the launch of our brand new American themed diner at the Grove on Portland.

Open Hours 

Monday to Sunday 09:00 to 16:00 (during quite times the Diner may close early, please phone to confirm)

Bookings on 01305 824364

The establishment of the new venue has kindly been supported by HMP Portland and Young Offenders Institute, the Ministry of Justice, the National Lottery’s Community Fund, the Clothworker’s Foundation and The Dorset Growth and Resilience Fund along with volunteers from the Portland community, Steven Jones Plan Design and Nantes Solicitors.

View from the Jailhouse Café Garden across Portland harbour and Weymouth Bay

Opening Hours

Open 7 days

Mon to Sat 09:00 to 16:00

Sun 09:00 to 15:00

Bookings on 01305 825186

Located within the Verne Citadel the café has a wide range of hot and cold meals, snacks, and beverages with outstanding views across the harbour and Weymouth Bay.

Located at the Grove on Portland we have a range of hanging baskets and flowers for sale along with wooden pots, bird and bug boxes and, of course, Jailhouse branded merchandise. 

Please see our Facebook page for opening times at the moment as they are varied during the summer months.