Reviews in Devon

We spotted the sign for the The Flintlock on a long (Fridy night) journey to Cornwall. What a find - perfect for a relaxing meal in comfortable surroundings full of character. The fun starts as you walk around the menu boards, drink in hand, to make a choice with advice from regular customers indicating that everything is good!! They were right - the food was great, well presented and with generous portions Two courses later and two very contented travellers continued on their way.

We have eaten in the restaurant a few times and absolutely love it, I have tried a variety from both the Thai and American menus and it is all lovely, it's nice that you can see into the kitchen and see the chefs at work :) We thought we'd try the delivery service and ordered online, the food arrived exactly when we were told it would and was still hot even though we live 8 miles out of Exeter, this did mean we had to pay £3 delivery but it was well worth it. 100% recommended for delivery or eat in.

My husband and I have been to this restaurant twice this year ...and we know we shall return :) The atmosphere is really nice and the food is divine ...the chicken kebab with rice and salad is not only mouthwatering but a great, healthy dish too! A welcome change from all the greasy stuff we've been served in other places. They have good prices ...excellent value for money ..and the portions are quite substantial. Can't find a fault with this place...great for romantic meals for two ..and just as great for get togethers with friends and family. The set menu is a real steal too!!

Popped in for a quick meal after dropping my son off at a gig at the pavillions. Great veggie fare and atmosphere thanks to the owner who is a Reggie Perrin anorak! Had a really good time and hope to return ASAP.

A great restaurant in the middle of Barnstaple. The staff were very friendly and efficient and the tapas all good, recommend the squid dish.

Anyone with an interest in great food should try this place - like us you will be impressed

The Church House Inn was one of the reasons we bought a house in Stokeinteignhead - its a fantastic village with a brilliant pub. Anthony and Nicky have really got it right - very welcoming, great food, lots of interesting things on the menu including Dave's specials, as well as the traditional things like great steaks and fantastic fish and chips with really chunky local sourced fish. Great Sunday roasts too. Fantastic value - the the pub is buzzing with lots of people which is just how a village pub should be. Really recommended and they are introducing all kinds of special event nights as well including jam sessions on Tuesdays - huge fun! Really worth a visit - you will want to to go back! Ed and Christine x

Having found nowhere in Okehampton or Tavistock we thought just drive back to Glos, but the twinkling lights of Il Casita shone out. It was early 7pm but we were seated and served very quickly. Opted for Il rapido menu served 6.30pm to 8. Very reasonable price for 3 courses I would be hard pushed to get a pub meal. Starters ranged from home made soup to plate of salami with garlic bread for £1 extra. main course I had seabass my OH had pork loin with pancetta sauce served with potatoes carrots and mange touts perfectly cooked. Other was a veg risotto. Desserts again home made good ole tiramisu or cheescake of the day or ice cream. Glass of house red and orange juice but we had no coffee came to £28 beat that. The manageress lovely friendly and quick service sent us homeward replenished.

A gastropub with brilliant food and a wine selection to die for. We dined in the bar where we were warmed by the woodburning stove. The 24 hour cooked pork just melted in the mouth and with a NZ Pinot Noir to drink you could not wish for anything finer. We have enjoyed many meals here and can only give it the highest recommendation. we will be back!!

Visited this restaurant and was extremely disappointed. Upon arrival we stood for a few minutes whilst the man at the bar seemed rather preoccupied with something else. We were then shown to our seats and it was some ten minutes before he came to attend to us, a smile, warm welcome and offer of drinks on arrival would have been nice. He seemed completely disinterested in our custom. With our wine we were served some processed olives, squares of hard butter and stale bread, not a good start. Because of this, we opted to have some 'nibbles' rather than a full meal. One of the dishes costing around £5 consisted of 4 small prawns, i suspect formerly frozen. They had very little flavour and 2 of them together wouldn't fill a teaspoon. We also had battered squid which tasted of batter and little else. Finally some mushrooms on toast - sorry don't have the correct name for these dishes, the mushrooms were very tasty but the bread was a soggy lump beneath. If I were to give constructive criticism to the owners I would suggest the following: 1. Make people feel welcome! 2. Offer drinks on arrival. 3. Ask if your customers are happy with their food. 4. Get a better chef or concentrate on what you're good at, I believe your pizzas are good. On a less important note, make your decor more welcoming, less contemporary and stark and more Italian, play Italian style music! And light some candles in the evening. I think that would really help your business become a success. Many of these things cost nothing, especially the warm welcome! Very disappointing.

Superb and friendly atmosphere. Food of a high standard. They also have one or more meeting rooms. Toilets are clean. My wife is picky about the quality of her food and this is always a safe bet.

Have been going to Bistro One for over a year now when visiting Plymouth. I particularly like the changing menu as I am an avid supporter of local food and this restaurant delivers with great fish like Gurnard, Grey Mullet and Atlantic Octopus. Also enjoyed Venison Bourguignon and some excellent Squinzano from Southern Italy. Great consistency at Bistro One, looking forward already to my next visit when I am promised local Calves Liver.

thought i was going into a little country pub wrong inside was light airy, real log fire .settees and arm chairs to sit on ,food was home cooked, not prepacked ,four real ales of which i tried and where excellent will be going back more often

We went there for my sons 40th birthday and were blown away by the way we were treated as soon as we walked in the door.coats were taken and then the waitress showed us to our table. the food was excellent the wine list vast ,I can honestly say it was the best meal I have tasted in a very long time.If you are ever in Torquay book a table I promise you wont regret it.

Had lunch with you today and i have to say two courses for £10.00 with the food you are serving is a bargain. Amazing value for money. We will be in to try your evening menu very soon.

Definitely gone down hill recently, apparently due to the presence of the new head chef, sloppy presentation and over-cooked fish seem to have become commonplace in what used to be one of my favourite restaurants in the area. however, lovely welcoming place to stop by for a pint or glass of wine.

Best steak I have had in a very long time! Great value for money, good quality food and a pleasant service. i would definitely recommend this place to my friend for her 40th birthday.

Brilliant restaurant, booked for 12 ppl, only 9 of us turned up due to snow!!!! Staff were very accommodating, food fantastic -my 40th birthday and they gave me a glass of champers and even hid a cake and brought it out lit with sparklers...so so great in Zizzi, Exeter 10/10 Definitely visit again