Reviews in Exeter

Outstanding food, service and atmosphere. First class in EVERY way.

Had a lovely roast at The Hour Glass Inn yesterday. I had the chicken and my friend had the beef — both were absolutely delicious, perfectly cooked, and very generous portions. The gravy was delicious and really brought everything together. The staff were amazing: friendly, attentive, and made us feel very welcome. A great atmosphere and a real gem in Exeter. Would highly recommend and will definitely be back.

Superb food of the highest quality very attendlive service without being pushy always try to visit when back from Spain new owners have really turned the place around over the last few years

An excellent meal. Very attentive friendly service. Gorgeous food, beautifully cooked.

We had a splendid birthday meal with lovely service. Thank you, Hourglass!

A really delightful New Years Eve four course dinner. Relaxed atmosphere, great service and really delicious food - thank you.

This was not our first visit and will not be our last …. Food was superb, the service do friendly and attentive … one of our favourite places … think we will be back in February for my birthday

The food and menu was absolutely spot on. Something for everyone & our meals were cooked & served perfectly. I really can’t recommend high enough as so far from traditional pub food. So tasty. Thankyou to the lovely landlord and his staff. Look forward to your returning

As always, the food and service was fantastic! The beef cheeks I had were sooooo good.

Excellent meal. Beef cheeks were melt in the mouth delish. Very busy night in the dining room that was very well handled by the two waitresses.

Really interesting and good quality food with friendly caring staff. Great atmosphere. Quirky and fun.

Cosy atmosphere ! Had an excellent roast, plentiful portions and piping hot. Ales very good from Exeter Brewery…its hard to find decent pubs doing Sunday roasts, I thoroughly recommend.

Love this pub, very few like it. Loads of character, lovely food and on point ales from Exeter Brewery.

As away, a friendly atmosphere, delicious food and wonderful drinks, along with warm welcoming service.

The Hour Glass Inn is our favourite pub in Exeter, but last Friday was the first time we'd actually eaten there. The food was superb, from the starters (Brixham Monkfish 'scampi', curry emulsion, lime & coriander + Somerset Prosciutto crudo, walnut pesto, burrata & croutons) to the mains (Pan Roast Sea Bream, crab bisque, watercress & smoked mash + Beer braised ox cheek, mash, sough dough crumb & greens) to the pudding (a shared affogato as we were stuffed, but feeling piggy). We were served by Giles, who was very efficient, friendly and knowledgeable and is a huge asset to the pub. The atmosphere was busy with several Christmas work parties, but we ate in the upstairs side room which was cosy. Much of the food and drink was local (both of my glasses of white wine were from Devon; Sharpham Dart Valley Reserve & Sharpham Bacchis Stop Ferment 2024). Highly recommend - if you're on a budget, it's definitely worth saving up for!

Had a wonderful meal- lots of yummy options for all the courses. Everyone loved their starters, and we had an excellent venison and beef pie for 2… venue was looking great too- seems like they have been redecorating since I was last in. Great beer and wine…. Overall a brilliant experience and I’m hoping to be back soon!

We had a fabulous meal for our work Christmas lunch at The Hourglass. As always, the food was incredible and the service was great. I'm sure we'll be back again next year! Thank you!

Amazing service, really friendly and good wash superb! Works Xmas do and it kicked it off in style. Thanks you.