Whether it’s an Italian in Plymouth, fine dining in Exeter or a British restaurant in Torquay, Sugarvine has an extensive directory of the best restaurants and places to eat in Devon, covering every type of cuisine. Use the Sugarvine guide to point you in the direction of the finest eating places in Devon throughout the county.
Dick & Jean who run this place are the loveliest of hosts, the food is very interesting and beautifully served. My wife lives in London, and when she is down here this is her favourite eatery.
Barn and Pinn Cottage, The – SidmouthFood was great, my wife and parents had a very good time, would recommend anyone to go to the castle it is a fantastic place, beautiful
Bovey Castle – Newton AbbotWe have visited the Manor on many occasions and the food is always excellent. Set in the beautiful Teign Valley the Manor is only a small place and they have a lovely beer garden. They have an extensive menu, generous portions and very reasonable prices. I am a fussy eater and I find it hard to make a decision on what to order as there are so many things that I like, which is very rare when I go out. The garlic bread really is the best.
Manor Inn – ExeterWe had dinner there last August 05. The food was absolutely gorgeous, very well presented. Yummy puddings! The service is a bit slow, prices = expensive. Consider it a treat - but the food was very nice!
Elephants Nest Inn – TavistockFantastic dinner in a beautiful setting. Loved the idea that the food is locally produced and absolutely seasonal.
Bovey Castle – Newton AbbotI loved it here lovely scenery all around and a gorgeous meal what more could anyone want?
Buckland-Tout-Saints – KingsbridgeLunched there today. My generous portion of lime and chilli quid served with a salad and fantastic salsa - simply delicious!! It wasn? busy and the smiling waitress was attentive but not overly so (which was great!). My partner had warm duck salad as starters, minute steak with béarnaise sauce and the fussy eater enjoyed it all! We were so full but were tempted with the vanilla creme brulle which we shared. It wasn? too sweet and the texture was just right. Will definitely be back.
Quay 33 – PlymouthVisited this on a Friday night (be sure to book ahead). The souk tries to evoke the atmosphere of the Moroccan souks. Dimmed light, tables and chairs close together, baskets with fruit and veg, waiter wearing a fez. The food was astonishingly good: do try the mezze. The service was friendly and warm. As a desert you can have a sheesha, which alone is reason enough to pay a visit to this restaurant. Only one minor issue: its in a new bland building, which does not look very inviting.
Superb food in relaxing surroundings. Well behaved dogs are welcome guests.
Sloop Inn – KingsbridgeHere this place is the best to eat and go for a drink the best service and great food and well presented
Clinton Arms – TorringtonWe had 8 mezes between 4 of us plus the 'local' beer. The food was very tasty, fresh and varied. It is wonderful to have something like this in Plymouth. Our only criticism is that the portions were a little small. 8 dishes between four with pitta bread should have been enough but we were still hungry. Some of the dishes, e.g. Felafel or baby spinach have three pieces on them when four would have been better (and easier to share). The orange cake dessert is a must; this was a very generous portion and so filled the gap. The cost of £7 per head for 2 mezes and a drink is good but upping the portions (even at a slight increase in cost) would be better.
Had a great meal with nothing coming from the freezer. Everything on the plate was fresh! Will be going on a regular basis.
Balfour Arms The – Sidmoutha family run restaurant, which we have used for 10 years while on holiday in North Devon. Everything about the place itself, the food, the atmosphere and the friendly staff makes it an ideal place to eat, drink and unwind. If you are in the Bideford area, it is well worth a visit.
Country Cousins – BidefordA table in this little bistro is often hard to get but our luck was in when we dined in May. We decided to have the Bistro Meze between us (with a lovely bottle of Sauvignon Blanc) then we followed with Red Mullet and Gurnard respectively. We shared a gluten-free Polenta cake to finish and some excellently sourced coffee. Our evening just flew by as we enjoyed every morsel. Bravo for simplicity and cool jazz to boot. Do what we did and book for a lovely supper.
Bistro One – PlymouthWe went to Hooks for my friend's birthday and found our night absolutely lovely. It is definitely busy restaurant; the atmosphere is lively and keeps you entertained all night. We had to wait for the meal for a while though. We all had steaks and were surprised by truly huge portions. Service was very good, and they made our night by giving a picture of our party at the end. Will definitely recommend the place for having a fun party.
Hooks – TorquayGreat food and would of been perfect if it hadnt of taken 45 minutes to be seated as the waiter forgot about us and then decided to ignore us. Had to wait ages for someone to take our order, in the end gave up with the pudding, Not the friendliest of places, actually they are rather rude, the Waiter obviously ignored us as the manager asked us who welcomed us in and it was him who forgot us! wont go back but would of if this hadnt happened because its very nice food
Mahabharat Balti House – TorquayI don? normally eat out but on me and my husband decided to have a change and i am so glad we did the meat was succulent and tasty if you don? go your missing out.
La Gendarmerie – Ilfracombewe have never has a bad meal here, it's ideal for pre theatre meals, and ideally situated
Leandra The – PlymouthLunch Menu: 3 courses, £32; 4 courses, £40. Served Thursday and Saturday, 12pm-2.30pm.
Lunch Menu: 2 courses, £17.95; 3 courses, £19.95. Available Wed-Sun, 12pm-1.45pm.
Roasted topside of beef, Slow-cooked belly pork or Homemade nut roast served with all the trimmings, £13.95.
Sunday Menu: 2 courses, £31; 3 courses, £39.50.
