There are plenty of restaurants, takeaways, bars and cafes to give you the break from cooking on your holiday. Take a look at some of our guests most reccommended.
Places to eat in Topsham
Whether it’s Michelin-commended restaurants and fresh food shops, or award-winning takeaways there is plenty to choose from. Browse our own menu of venues below for the best places to eat in Topsham.
On the banks of the Exe Estuary, the Lighter is a picturesque example of the friendly, classic English pub we all know and love. Great for locals and visitors alike we’re family and dog friendly, with flagstone floors, a log burner and large terrace right on Topsham Quay
The Galley is a charming fish and seafood restaurant in historic Topsham, overlooking the River Exe estuary. With such a bountiful larder of Devon’s coast and countryside, our family-run team proudly serves the very best of Devon on a plate
Craft beer, a bounty of spirits and stunning food from the award winning Peculiar Gentleman kitchen define us.Enjoy our beer garden, scrumptious food and comfy sofa’s, whether for a quality latte from local bean roasters Exe Coffee Roasters, craft beer from Camden Town & Beavertown or a local gin.
Enjoy our superb range of beers, wines and real ales and seasonal menu, supporting local farmers and ecology by using fresh local produce and suppliers. An ideal spot for a cycle route stop-off or for peaceful views over the Exe Estuary.
Working with only sustainably sourced ingredients, we specialise in creating flavoursome, colourful bespoke dishes for every diet and lifestyle. A casual dinner or fine dining event, birthday party, wedding breakfast or formal sit-down, buffet or canapé reception with bar – everything is possible.
Working with the best of local produce, the Boathouse offers a variety of innovative takeaway dishes of exceptional quality and value.
Established in 2023, The Old Firestation has been a labor of love, born from a passion for great beer and the desire to create a welcoming space for our community. We take immense pride in being a local, family-owned brewery that values quality, creativity, and sustainability in every aspect of our operation. Our commitment to these principles shines through in every sip of our beer and every bite from our pop-up kitchen.
Discover the charms of Topsham at our 16th-century, riverside inn. Inside, get comfy and indulge in our contemporary menu of pub classics and seasonal specials. Pair your dish with award-winning beer, fine wine, and barista coffee.
Lunch and Afternoon Tea set in a historic courtyard under a modern glazed atrium, the light and airy GlassHouse is the perfect daily escape. Evenings we offer our more intimate space: The Restaurant. On Fridays and Saturdays, we also serve dinner in our GlassHouse area under the starry night sky.
Cocolato artisan chocolates and gelato was started in 2018. In May 2024 we relocated to a new shop in Topsham, Devon where we continue to make all our chocolates and gelato, as well as fresh coffees and cake.
Serving award winning contemporary Indian cuisine. Crowned Asian Restaurant of the Year in the West County at the 2019 – 2020 & 2021 Asian Curry Awards.
Our head chef and his incredible team use our fields and food hall as their larder, and as a result bring you an amazing menu full of delicious seasonal dishes – including daily specials using fruit and veg fresh from our fields!
Sara’s Petite Cuisine is an award winning, Stylish Patisserie in the heart of Topsham, Exeter. Founded in 2017 and headed by Cake designer and Pastry chef Sara a professionally trained Pastry Chef. At Sara’s Petite Cuisine we have a taste for the best everything we create is done with passion and dedication.
At the Topsham Cellar we offer you the chance to to taste all 5 of our wonderful wines with our very popular ‘Wine Tasting and Tapas Experience’. You will have a brief informal description of each wine over the course of your experience while you enjoy our selection of Tapas and Pizza’s (perfect for couples, small groups or larger gatherings).
Places to eat in Exeter
Exeter, a vibrant city in the heart of Devon, offers a delightful array of dining experiences for both locals and visitors. Whether you’re looking for a cozy café, a trendy restaurant, or a traditional pub, Exeter’s culinary scene has something to satisfy every palate. From the bustling streets of the city center to the charming quayside, you’ll find an eclectic mix of eateries that celebrate both local flavors and international cuisine. Whether you’re after a quick bite, a leisurely meal, or a special night out, Exeter’s diverse food offerings make it an exciting destination for food lovers.
A feast for the eyes and the belly, whether you’re in the mood for breakfast, brunch or lunch, drop in and find something that tickles your fancy at Bills. Catering to various dietary needs, offering gluten-free and allergy-friendly options. If you’re just after drinks, swing by and explore their fabulous cocktail selection.
Offering heritage recipes that have been refined to deliver light, fresh authentic Asian flavours, garnished with their own sauces and condiments made in their farm kitchen in Devon. Red Panda meals contains three salads, with an option to add kimchi for gut health too. They excel in healthy, nourishing Asian street food and homestyle meals with tasty, punchy flavours.
Located right next to the water on the Quayside, a great place to sit and watch all the buzz and activity and enjoy fresh, sustainable seafood. With a lovely outdoor terrace and terrace menu plus when it’s cooler they have a log burner inside to keep the restaurant nice and cosy while you enjoy a fisherman’s coffee and watch the world go by.
The Secret Garden of Heavitree. Away from the bustle of the city centre, enjoy our beautiful exotic plants. This is a tranquil space to indulge in a locally sourced English breakfast, delicious lunch or enjoy a sweet treat from our range of goodies! Delicious vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options available for both breakfasts and lunches. They also welcome dogs of all shapes and sizes.
Discover exceptional modern French food in Exeter, in a stunning location right on Cathedral Yard. Open seven days for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner the family and children’s menu is filled with tried-and-tested favourites.
Al Farid is an award-winning restaurant specialising in Moroccan & Lebanese cuisine. Offering exclusive Arabian fine dining experience along with a traditional Hookah/Sisha Bar. A firm favourite is their meze, an array of small succulent dishes. The meze, comprises of both hot and cold dishes, offers a wealth of colour flavour, texture and aroma.
Enjoy fabulous food and fine wines in a beautiful stylish restaurant with great atmosphere. Serving traditional authentic Italian dishes cooked & served with the same passion & dedication. You will have an unforgettable experience every time you dine at Sabatini all whilst being looked after by their professional attentive staff.
Despite being a stone’s throw from the city centre, the Mill on the Exe is a world away. Besides the Blackaller Weir and Millstone footbridge, you’re invited to drift away from the everyday. Spread across two floors, enjoy stylish surroundings – whether it be for a team lunch, scenic getaway, celebratory dinner, or impromptu pint overlooking the river.
Situated on the bustling quayside of the River Exe and Exeter’s best located pub, the historic Prospect Inn is a thriving and popular venue which offers beautiful views of the river all year round. Delicious homemade meals and snacks are available together with a wide range of Devon ales and ciders; the pub also boasts a huge selection of wines and spirits.
As soon as you walk into a Turtle Bay restaurant, you spot their very own island bar taking centre stage – a homage to Surfside and the hundreds of other beach shacks of the Caribbean. Take a seat and stay a little longer, enjoy a rum, a never-ending backdrop of infectious reggae beats, and a feast of Caribbean-inspired food for any time of day or occasion.
Harry’s is the ideal setting for laid back brunches, lunchtimes dates, intimate dinners, celebrations and quick bites. Wherever possible, Harry’s source ingredients from nearby farms, producers and suppliers, including locally reared meats, and seasonal fruits and vegetables.
The Ivy offers relaxed, sophisticated all-day dining to tourists, shoppers and locals alike. From modern British classics to Asian-inspired cuisine and fantastic vegan and vegetarian dishes, there’s something for everyone to love, seven days a week. Inside, high ceilings and large windows give a wonderful feeling of space, while the dashes of Art-Deco detail, beautiful, floral-inspired wallpaper and banquettes bring a soothing sense of informal luxury.
A unique pub and one of the most popular independent restaurants on Exeter’s beautiful Quay. Famous for their gigantic pizzas and top quality Cask Marque accredited local ales they serve locally sourced food in their award-winning restaurant/bar. Offering a vast selection of beers, lagers, cocktails, gins and more. A family friendly venue with a heated terrace is perfectly located to soak up the sun and views whether you are eating or drinking.
Authentic Indian Cuisine in the heart of the historic city of Exeter in Devon. Namaste Exeter is an award-winning restaurant specializing in South Indian cuisine in Exeter. Experience the taste of famous South Indian Cuisine with every bite, amplified by the regal and palatial backdrop; Namaste Exeter is the perfect place for those special moments in life, where luxury, taste, and comfort are fundamentally essential. A feast for your senses is promised!
A place where antiquities and trinkets hang from the walls, and resident botanists craft unusual concoctions. Some arrive for the live music, some for the conversation; but here at The Botanist, all can enjoy a wondrous occasion. Explore a secret garden of food and drink, where our Botanists have foraged high and low to bring you a host of exceptional food and drink delights… sublime social times are guaranteed.
Places to eat in Exmouth
Whether you’re looking for a family sit-down meal, a date night out or a cheeky takeaway to enjoy on the beach, or just enjoy in your accommodation and have the night off from the kitchen – Exmouth has plenty of mouth-watering eateries to choose from. There is the annual floating River Exe Cafe with its water taxis or the sundowners at Micheal Caines ‘Mickeys’ with beachside views. There is something for all ages and all budgets in Exmouth.
Welcome to Mickeys! Mickeys has been the place in Exmouth for all-day coffee, drinks and casual dining, afternoon tea, sundowners on a summer’s evening, stylish yet always informal beachside dining, Sunday ‘Roast by the Coast’, drinks and cocktails, or take-out meals to eat with your fingers with your feet in the sand.
At Spoken, hosting is what we do. Whether you’re planning a cosy get-together over delicious food, are looking to book our inviting space, or want to join us for your next occasion.We’re here to turn moments into memories. Let us bring our expertise and warmth to your event, ensuring every detail is perfectly spoken for.
A double AA Rosette award restaurant. Nigel Wright, head chef, trained in various High end restaurants in the New Forest. He went on to run his own kitchen at The Rose & Thistle in Rockbourne where his food was renowned for being creative and delicious. Nigel continues to surprise and delight his diners with a diverse menu that has a modern European twist.
Delicious classic pub food and delicious seafood served every day from seaside fish & chips to a full Sunday lunch. A traditional seafront family friendly and of course dog friendly pub, serving classic Sunday lunches and a variety of seafood dishes featuring fish and shellfish locally sourced – fresh from the sea to your plate!
The River Exe Café is a seasonal, family, and dog-friendly restaurant open from 1st April until the 30th September each year. It is a custom-built barge that floats well offshore in the Exe Estuary. The restaurant offers a wide range of locally sourced food and drink and is surrounded by amazing views. The River Exe Café can be accessed by boat: Either a Puffin Water Taxi from Exmouth Marina, or on your own boat.
Exmouth offers the best seafood with the best view! Our seafood restaurant in Exmouth is located next to the town slipway overlooking the beautiful Exe estuary. The tide rips past the front of the dining room providing the perfect setting to enjoy freshly cooked seafood. Our chefs prepare sustainably caught, local fish simply by crisp frying, grilling or cooking over charcoal.
Located on the first floor, The Deck sports stunning panoramic views of the Exmouth’s beachfront, offers a calm and intimate family friendly dining experience with a menu full of locally sourced breakfast and dining options. The Deck is the winner of the 2022 Diners’ Choice Award, and is accessible to wheelchairs, prams, and has facilities for the disabled & infants. Open from 9am until 10pm daily, until September.
Located on the first floor, The Deck sports stunning panoramic views of the Exmouth’s beachfront, offers a calm and intimate family friendly dining experience with a menu full of locally sourced breakfast and dining options. The Deck is the winner of the 2022 Diners’ Choice Award, and is accessible to wheelchairs, prams, and has facilities for the disabled & infants. Open from 9am until 10pm daily, until September.
Perfectly positioned along the seafront in Exmouth where the River Exe meets the sea. Enjoy the ultimate dining experience with uninterrupted, picture postcard views across the River Exe from our terrace. The Grove is a traditional seaside pub that’s guaranteed to delight. Our seasonal menu is packed full of flavour, featuring everyone’s favourite traditional pub classics to our show stopping fresh fish and seafood specials. We are both family and dog friendly and welcome walk-in’s.
When you treat yourself, make sure you treat yourself to the best. At Krispies we believe quality is in the detail. We source everything with meticulous care, our fish is from sustainable stocks, our chips are hand cut daily and all our food is cooked fresh to order.
The Pizza Garden specialises in traditional wood fired pizzas from our converted vintage horsebox based at Greenfingers Garden Centre in Exmouth. Our menus take influence from authentic Neapolitan pizzas, which we combine with modern food trends. Our base ingredients come straight from the best suppliers available in Naples, and our toppings are chosen seasonally from local suppliers.
The Pizza Garden specialises in traditional wood fired pizzas from our converted vintage horsebox based at Greenfingers Garden Centre in Exmouth. Our menus take influence from authentic Neapolitan pizzas, which we combine with modern food trends. Our base ingredients come straight from the best suppliers available in Naples, and our toppings are chosen seasonally from local suppliers.
Places to eat in Bude
Bude has beautifully fresh seafood, cooked to the standard Cornwall is rightly renowned for these days. But you can also expect top class Mediterranean cooking, Indian cuisine and so much more too, with passionate chefs and great local produce. Browse our own menu of venues below for the best places to eat in Bude.
Rosie’s Kitchen is Bude’s best family and dog friendly beachside café and live music venue. American Diner with Cornish charm, combining children’s play area, large car park and open all year.
The Preston Gate Inn delights guests with their flavoursome steaks, classic fish and chips, and hearty burgers. A local bar enhanced by live music, makes it a welcoming spot for diners.
When it comes to restaurants in Bude, there is no finer choice than the Falcon’s own Breakwater Brasserie. With a mixture of soft seating, banquettes and more formal dining areas the Brasserie exudes sophistication and provides the perfect location to enjoy an evening meal.Enjoy the garden for drinks, coffees, food & live music.
Little Pig Farm Shop and Cafe is a family run farm shop and cafe, nestled on the beautiful Cornish Coast between the village of Kilkhampton and Bude. It’s all about serving delicious home made food using fresh ingredients from local producers.
Bude’s resident tapas bar is set alongside the tranquil surroundings of the river Meet in North Cornwall and is dog friendly. Taking traditional Spanish ingredients and infusing them with fresh locally sourced produce to create truly beautiful Tapas dishes that excite with vibrancy and taste.
The Brendon Arms has been owned and run by the Brendon family since 1872. Overlooking Bude’s inner harbour and just 200 yards from the unique sea-lock and Summerleaze beach, it occupies a prime position and proudly boasts that it provides ‘The Warmest Welcome in the West’. Serving traditional pub food with an emphasis on homemade dishes, using local and seasonal produce. Their menu offers vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options.
Picture yourself beside the beautiful Bude Canal with a plate of delicious locally sourced food and you’re at the Olive Tree. Open every day for drinks, lunch, coffee, cakes and delicious Cornish Cream Teas.
This award-winning restaurant offers a relaxed setting where you can savour the taste of Cornwall’s finest seafood. With a menu crafted with love and care, using only the freshest, locally sourced ingredient the talented team put their hearts and souls into creating visually stunning dishes that taste even better than they look.
With the combined the best taste and flavours from all from their travelling adventures, visiting street traders in asia, seafood from europe and chargrilled flare from down under brought the inspiration for the owners of Deck. The laidback eating lifestyle of enjoying good food among family and friends. Flip flop dining, it’s simple!