Devon Restaurant Reviews

Thatcher Rock from Meadfoot Beach, Torquay

Brasserie at The Meadfoot Bay

The Brasserie offers high quality, freshly created dishes in a relaxed, contemporary setting

Lewtrenchard Manor

Sue Stoneman escapes to Dartmoor for a top-quality dinner in a delightful setting

Ilsington Country House Hotel, Ilsington

Captivated by Dartmoor’s charm, Karen Perrow was equally spellbound by the food served at the Blue Tiger Inn, part of this popular hotel

Boringdon Hall Hotel

Sue Stoneman and her husband enjoy an exquisite evening at Head Chef Scott Paton’s new restaurant, Àclèaf

The Millbrook Inn

A taste of the South Devon coast and countryside fused with world cuisine takes good pub grub to another level here, says Alex Green

Rodean Restaurant

Belinda Dillon enjoys the splendid food at this well-known restaurant

The Bear and Blacksmith, Chillington

Sue Stoneman takes a trip to the South Hams and gets a flavour of farm life at this award-winning pub

Highbullen Hotel Golf & Country Club

Jennie & Jeff Cooper enjoy a culinary family adventure in North Devon

The Waterside Bistro

Alex Green enjoys the bistro-style cuisine at this popular Totnes restaurant

Breakwater Bistro, Brixham. New towards Torquay

The Breakwater Bistro

Sue Stoneman heads to this popular Brixham bistro to enjoy a fishy feast with fantastic views of the sea

The Bonaparte Restaurant, The Berry Head Hotel, Brixham

Tor Bay is showcased in all its glory at this clifftop restaurant, writes Alex Green

The Grange Restaurant & Tea Room, Buckfast Abbey

Sue Stoneman enjoys traditional homemade food at this historic venue, located on the edge of Dartmoor

The Hare & Hounds, Kingskerswell

Sue Cade is spoilt for choice at this popular pub

@Angela’s Restaurant, Exeter

Sue Stoneman enjoys the local and varied menu at one of the jewels of Exeter’s independent dining scene

The White Hart, Dartington

Local, traceable food makes for a fine feast at The White Hart in Dartington, writes Alex Green

The Seven Dials Café, Cockington Court

Fiona Griffiths finds the scones so delicious, she's already been back for more

Dukes, Sidmouth

Sue Stoneman dines on expertly cooked local fish and produce at this popular seaside restaurant

Dessert at the Crabshell Inn in Kingsbridge

The Crabshell Inn, Kingsbridge

Karen Perrow delights in the ambience and lovingly prepared food at this waterside restaurant

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