Explore restaurant menus in East Devon

Olive Lounge

➤ 4 High Street, East Devon, United Kingdom

Steak • Vegan • European • Vegetarian

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"We were having a short break in Exmouth and were so impressed with the food on the first night that we booked for the next night as well. The restaurant from the outside looks small and cosy, but don’t be put off if the tables...look full as there as other room, equally as cosy, deeper in the premises The menu is interesting with a good selection of dishes and I found it difficult to choose a dish, simply because there were several that took my fancy. My wife had Chicken Souvlaki which, unlike a lot of chicken dishes was not dry and very tasty. My Lamb Kleftico was well cooked so that it fell off of the bone and was delicately spiced with a rich sauce. It was juicy and tender melted in the mouth. The second night my partner had carrot and cheese souflee served with a rich tomato sauce, Mediterranean vegetables boulangere potatoes. This I am told was lovely with a great flavour. The vegetables were cooked perfectly, so often these are overdone but these had just the right amount of crunch left in them. Myself I had Moroccan Lamb Tagine. Having eaten this in Marrakesh I was a little dubious but I need not have worried. It was not as rustic as that served in Morocco, much more refined, but just as tasty and cooked to perfection. For dessert we shared a Summer Berry Bread Butter Pudding with mixed berries. It had a good contrast on sweet and slightly sharp berries that complimented each other. The service was good, efficient, and friendly. Where there was a question , the owner was always happy to answer and obviously took a great pride, and rightly so of her restaurant. If you get a chance this is a must try restaurant and I have no trouble recommending it."

The Five Bells Inn

➤ Clyst Hydon, EX15 2NT, East Devon, United Kingdom

Pub • Steak • Vegan • British

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"First time visit to the Five Bells, upon arrival we were greeted by very friendly staff who couldn’t have done more for us throughout the evening. The background music was good and the right volume but that’s kind of where the atmosphere stopped, the lack of personal touch in the decor was a bit sad. Our starter was fantastic, although it took a while to arrive. Then another long wait ensued for the mains, admittedly a lot of tables came in at the same time so I guess the kitchen was over-run but not sure that should be happening in a smaller establishment. When the mains did arrive they were nice but didn’t blow us away. All in all seemed to be missing a star flavour, having said this the food was all cooked very well and presentation was good. All in all a bit of a shame, we might return but only if we have a couple of hours to kill."

The Proper Fish Chips Co.

➤ 73 Exeter Road, East Devon, United Kingdom

Vegan • Seafood • British • Fast Food

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"Have been having fish and chips from here for several years, however the last few times the standard has dropped. Last week we had fish, chips and mushy peas and the fish was of a very poor standard. The actual fish was grey and thin, and was very dry. The batter was extremely hard and almost orange in colour. It was almost brittle on the outside but still uncooked on the inside! It was actually inedible. The chips were OK, not great. Service: Take out"

Saveur

➤ 9 Tower St, E14 7QY, East Devon, United Kingdom

Steak • Cheese • British • European

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"My wife and I went here recently to celebrate her birthday. The waitress was fab and friendly and had a great sence of humour. Unfortunately that was where the fun ended. My wife ordered dover sole and I had the pork dish. Mine was extremely salty but I decided not to say anything, however my wife 's meal was inedible because everything was plastered in heaps of salt. We called the waitress over,who then asked the owner to come and speak to us. She was very curt and offered to recook the meal. We asked if whe would take bith away as we didn 't want to eat alone or leav mine to go cold whilst they recooked for my wife. She took both away but quickly returned to inform us that she had tasted both and thought that the fish was fine but maybe the pork was a bit too salty! I informed her that I was very sorry and that we did not agree and that bith my wife and I thought that the dover sole was extremely salty. At this point she started to raise her voice and attracted the attention of the rest of the diners. At this I decided that it was time for us to leave as the situation was irreconcilable and that we would oay for the wine but not the food and got up from the table and went into the bar area to pay. The owner followed me and as I went to hand her my credit card she raised her voice again and shouted I don 't need this or your money, just go! We would like to thank Kerry and her husband for ruining my wife 's borthday"

Neil's

➤ Radway Place, Vicarage Road, EX10 8TW, East Devon, United Kingdom

Steak • Seafood • British • Vegetarian

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"Lost count how many times we have visited Sidmouth, and one of the main reasons for going is down to Neil 's Restaurant, which in itself says it all. Last week we only managed 3 visits trying to go through the menu, spoilt for choice. We have never been disappointed with any course ever. In fact quite the opposite. The food is freshly cooked with some gentle exquisite sources, plenty of fresh vegetables and special deserts. The staff are great, efficient and friendly, its a great atmosphere. Super quality food at a sendible and reasonable price. One of the telling points is that they were full every night they were open, which is why we could only get in 3 times, luckily we had booked the 3 well in advance. Its an asset to Sidmouth, and you could well understand if estate agents put them as a local asset in the amenities of the particulars of property for sale, could increase the region 's already high property prices, wish we lived near by."

The Sidmouth Arms

➤ Upottery, EX14 9PN, East Devon, United Kingdom

Fish • Steak • Ice Cream • Vegetarian

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"Can’t recommend it enough. The menu had a great selection (some pub classics but also some more interesting dishes that you don’t get in chain pubs) and cooked to perfection always served hot and fresh, and very tasty. We stayed in the local area for three nights and ate here for two of them! Good selection of beers on tap. Nice friendly atmosphere in there, obviously popular with locals. Undergoing renovations at the moment but doesn’t detract. Toilets have been recently renovated and are very modern and clean."

Rockfish

➤ Pierhead, EX8 1DU, East Devon, United Kingdom

Fish • Seafood • British • Vegetarian

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"Today wife and I celebrated my birthday and also my successful heart op. So it was a special day for us. We sat in the indoor terrace, nice and warm and enough people to give a nice atmosphere. Staff were absolutely superb. We both had scallops to start. Very good Followed by whole char grilled cuttle fish my wife found this dish to be excellent) I tried the pollock. Nicely cooked. I had chips with my fish and when I ordered a second lot they arrived in 2 or 3 mins a piping hot. We also had a sweet. Chocolate brownie with banoffee sauce and I had the peach Melba. Both excellent followed by tea and I had the fisherman’s coffee. Well done to all at rockfish and not forgetting all those behind the scenes. Kid-friendliness: Children were welcome and a nice high chair provided. Wheelchair accessibility: Having got a family member in a wheelchair I tend to take notice of ease of entry and roominess to manoeuvre. Not sure about toilets."

The Old Inn Kilmington

➤ Axminster, East Devon, United Kingdom

Steak • Seafood • British • Vegetarian

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"An absolute pleasure to find ourselves here for lunch. A charming and picturesque inn, with thatch roof and an old English charm to it, we were very happy and full by the end of our meal. Everything was beautiful, especially the locally sourced beef and we couldn't help but have dessert to finish. A lovely couple who were polite and fast with service. Parking was easy and cost very reasonable considering where we were. I honestly would highly recommend for couples or families. They had toys to keep my youngest busy whilst we waited and by the end she didn't want to go home. I just wished I'd have taken a photo because the property is honestly stunning. With the cottage feel and the low beams and thatching, it really does look like something out of a fairytale. Very clean and quaint. Parking: Lots of space, easy to access. Kid-friendliness: Toys available to keep them busy, lots of space outside, easy access to the toilets for children. Wheelchair accessibility: There is a ramp on the door for east entry and throughout the property. Price per person: £10–20 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes: Warm Chocolate Fudge Cake Parking space: Plenty of parking Parking options: Free parking lot"

The Old Ship Inn

➤ Old Fore St, EX10 8LP, East Devon, United Kingdom

Cafés • Brunch • Coffee • British

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"I have been a regular customer for many years at Costa in Sidmouth have always found the front of house staff to be great, sadly those staff are let down by a Manager (Phil) who has no people or customer service skills.I rarely if ever make a complaint but sadly today 13/02/21 my patience ran out with the terse attitude of this Manager which I have felt previously on other visits, this guy is supposed to be welcoming, not frosty charmless.After work, myself a workmate popped into costa to grab a coffee, while he joined the queue I just sat down on the stone seat by the food counter as many people often do, without so much as a hello, Phil the manager honed in on me with aggression said OFF OF THAT SEAT offended doesn 't cover it but I did retort as I grabbed my workmate to leave I said I told you he was a miserable sod I couldn 't help but feel sickened as we left as I did nothing wrong, my workmate honestly thought it was some joke the manager was playing but sadly it was only too real for me, leaving a permanent scar with this Costa, which I won 't visit again whilst he is in charge!"

Swan Inn

➤ 37 York Street, EX10 8BY, East Devon, United Kingdom

Steak • British • Vegetarian • Sandwiches

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"Other reviews suggest that we may have actually avoided a bad experience, as it seems that anyone from out of town is treated poorly anyway. Additionally, the temperature was not below freezing, but even if it had been, my child would have been properly dressed and cared for. Despite their defense of their pub and its rules, they should not attack my parenting abilities. My husband's name is Glenn, not Loveridge, and I would appreciate it if they did not try to use personal information against me. Overall, I would rate this pub zero stars and suggest others avoid it as well."

The Chattery

➤ 67 High St, EX10 8EQ, East Devon, United Kingdom

Cafe • Steak • Vegan • British

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"we came by chance about this caffe when we were looking for somewhere to have tee and received a very warm welcome. there are a series of inventive and interesting meals on the menu including Sunday vegan roast, moussaka, vegan treacle tart with caramelized apples, sausage and maic with tweebel engraving and fresh veg, roasted sandwiches and jack carrots with vegan fillings. we will visit again to try some of them, as we had only tea and cake at this opportunity. if a visit is worth in sidmouth."

The Anchor Inn

➤ Old Fore Street, EX10 8NA, East Devon, United Kingdom

Steak • Pizza • Vegan • British

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"Called in as in area, not booked, but no problem Warm welcome and happy to run tab for drinks and food for my wife and I Found table in lower area Food selection very good on menu and on specials board, and a good choice of vegetarian options My wife chose roasted veg tart, with chips and salad I chose special salmon with hollandaise, new potatoes and veg Service efficient and polite, wait was not long Food was incredible for taste and size, salmon was perfect, potatoes cooked not microwaved, and the veg included one of the best red cabbage i have had, my wife was perfect pastry not heavy and the topping really good Nice to have the ‘food check’ We ventured to the desserts, my wife white chocolate devil cake, with custard choice, really good size moist and tasty, mine was white choc cheesecake with cream, good size and extremely yummy All in all exceptional food and service at very good price with a team of staff all offering genuine unobtrusive service Highly recommended"

The Diggers Rest

➤ Woodbury Salterton, EX5 1PQ, East Devon, United Kingdom

Pub • Steak • Vegan • British

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"We walked in at lunchtime and despite us being the only customers , the pub was cosy and warm and beautifully decorated for Christmas. A lovely greeting too. As there were no sandwich menu we didn’t want a full meal we had to opt for the soup. This is where the pub let itself down the Pea and Ham soup with bread it appeared to be a thick pile of grey looking mushy peas but we dug in to find it luke warm and not a hint of ham nor any other flavour at all. Clearly no thought or culinary know how had gone into this recipe oh, and butter with the bread ! We pushed it about and left. I suppose we should have said something but it was so dire it was embarrassing . I did hear the cook saying to the bar lady that there were only 2 portions of the soup left just as well ……… Shame no sandwiches or similar were offered on the lunch menu . Giving it a three star as the pub itself was beautiful and so cosy on such a cold day and bar lady very friendly"

Masons Arms

➤ Branscombe Village, EX12 3DJ, East Devon, United Kingdom

Pubs • Full • Steak • British

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"Amazing birthday treat to stay here from my son daughter in law.Stunning cosy pub accommodation in a wonderful location. I was thoroughly spoilt by being booked into the most lovely room with its own private terrace. It was beautifuly presented with its own garden pod chimanea, sun loungers table chairs. There was a gorgeous bouquet of roses in the room accompanied by a birthday card from David the GM his team at the pub, what a very thoughtful gesture. This was just one of the many little treats that made my stay so enjoyable. Thank you so much.! The room itself En suite were extremely comfortable stylishly decorated with everything you need for an unforgettable relaxing stay."

The Malt House

➤ The Square, East Devon, United Kingdom

Pub • Steak • Seafood • British

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"Not much open for food in Seaton mid December on a Sunday but we'd eaten in here before, and enjoyed it, so thought we'd try again. All table service, which was friendly and efficient. Nice choice of real ales and cider and a good menu. We both opted for the beef burger and added bacon and cheese. It came with lovely chunky chips and a salsa and was well cooked, hot and delicious. Would definitely recommend and eat there again when in Seaton."

The Jack In The Green Inn

➤ Rock Beare, EX5 2EE, East Devon, United Kingdom

Pub • Steak • Fusion • British

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"Went to this pub as it’s within walking distance. Sat outside as a nice evening. Don’t go out much at all as always tired due to getting over bowel cancer. Had a few drinks plus food. The food is very good but very expensive. Prawn cocktail very small for £9.50 and pudding £8.50 but that’s why this place is a treat place not an every day place. We got there just after 6 and left at 8.45 and for a Friday night saw hardly anyone go in or out, think that says it all regards the pricing. Anyway we finished and we always play a game of guessing the price. When we got the bill was abit more than we guessed but thought never mind and my husband can’t see properly without glasses so he paid the bill without me checking. When we got home I re- checked it and we had been over charged for 2 drinks we didn’t have. I had 2 but was charged for 3 and he had 4 but charged for 5! We therefore paid £10.50 more than we should have. He phoned straight away to ask to speak to Miranda the manager but she was too busy apparently, when it was dead and I think that’s extremely unprofessional to not even take our number to get back to us. My husband went up the next day to explain and she acknowledged one drink , mine, was incorrect and said he could have a free drink instead , but alas wouldn’t admit the other drink was wrong, which it was! I was counting drinks for us both and they added £10.50 in for 2 drinks we didn’t have. I’m very angry and upset she wouldn’t admit their wrong doing and personally will never go there again, you spoilt my night out!"

New Inn

➤ The Hill, EX13 7SF, East Devon, United Kingdom

Pub • Steak • Seafood • British

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"Ate here twice during our stay in Kilmington. We had eaten here about a year ago and remembered the service and food to be fabulous and we weren’t disappointed on our return. Hayley gave amazing service throughout and was very welcoming to all the customers we saw there. The choice of dishes was extremely good and there were gluten free choices too. I would go for the gluten free fish cakes on the first visit and corn fritters on the second both delicious. All our food was generously portioned, very well cooked and tasty. The prices too here are very reasonable. So with the added warm welcome and great service it’s no wonder people come back here. Unfortunately it was a bit too cool for us to sit outside this time as this place has a wonderful beer garden overlooking the hills. Inside though it has a lovely cosy feel without being cramped. Highly recommended."

Talbot Arms

➤ Lyme Road, DT7 3TF, East Devon, United Kingdom

Pub • Fish • Steak • British

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"We stayed in Uplyme over the weekend and have walked past this place many times to go and get food in Lyme Regis. On Saturday we decided that we would try the local. On entering the pub we were not overwhelmed with the decor and wondered if we had done the right thing to eat here. All I can say is what a fantastic find this place is. Amazing home cooked food at reasonable prices. All the adults in our party had different main courses and each were delighted with what we ate. The desserts were also very tatsy ad better value than desserts you get in some of the chain restaurants. Highly recommend this place for decent food"

The Volunteer Inn

➤ 52 Temple Street, East Devon, United Kingdom, EX10 9BA

Pub • British • Burgers • American

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"Popped in for a drink with sister and sat at a table that was booked for 45 minutes later. 20 mins before the stated time we were reminded the table was booked at 7, to which we replied ‘yes we know’. 10 mins later another member of staff came and reminded us again because the people that had booked had arrived early. Once again we said ‘yes we know’. Then the barman apologised to them because the table wasn’t free! We then let him know how we felt about his poor customer service, which he defended, and left. Instead of making us feel unwelcome and that we were doing something wrong by finishing our drinks, the people that had booked the table should have just been informed that the table would be free at 7..the time they actually booked"

Redwing And Dining

➤ Church Road, Lympstone, EX8 5JT, East Devon, United Kingdom

Steak • Grill • British • European

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"I walked to the restaurant from Exmouth after checking their website, which indicated that they were open for food and drinks. However, when I arrived at 1:30pm on Saturday, October 1st, I saw a notice on the door saying that there was no food available and the bar was not open. It would be advisable for the restaurant to update their website accordingly."