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Robert Bryant at Maiden Arch

British • Barnstaple
Sugarvine
4.7/5
(01271) 523774 Maiden Arch, 14 Maiden Street, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 1HA (01271)5…Show
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Accomplished Modern British cooking at one of Barnstaple’s most recognised addresses.
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About Robert Bryant at Maiden Arch

With its stone exterior stretching over three stories and its quaint leaded windows, Maiden Arch is one of the most recognisable buildings in Barnstaple. The listed building is on Maiden Street – so called because of the maidens who used to frequent the area on the lookout for sailors – and on the ground floor is a welcoming bar area with a spiral staircase leading up to the impressive dining room with its timber beams and high vaulted ceilings. Chef-patron Robert Bryant first donned his chef whites at the tender age of 16 and learned his trade in kitchens across Europe and the US. His Modern British menus change with the seasons but are always built around the best suppliers and produce, locally sourced where possible. Two menus are available: The Exmoor Menu at lunchtimes Thursday to Saturday and on Wednesday evenings and the Signature Menu on Thursday to Saturday evenings. Allergies can be catered for with notice. Maiden Arch also has an extensive wine list and the bar is stocked with premium spirits, beers and soft drinks.

Sugarvine
4.7
Food 4.9/5
Service 4.9/5
Atmosphere 4.4/5
Value for Money 4.7/5
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Opening Times
Mon closed
Tue closed
Wed 18:15 - 23:00 —
Thu 12:30 - 13:00 18:15 - 23:00
Fri 12:30 - 13:00 18:15 - 23:00
Sat 12:30 - 13:00 18:15 - 23:00
Sun closed
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5.0
Susan Daley
Fabulous evening Perfect in every way!!
4.5
Barry Charles
A truly amazing evening. The food and service was impeccable. It was a wonderful way to celebrate our wedding anniversary. It was our first visit but we would love to come back at some point in the future.
5.0
Mark Meller
We have been to Maiden Arch maybe six or seven times and it is universally excellent. It simply is the best food in Barnstaple, a real pleasure and feels like a special occasion to eat there every time. Thoroughly recommend it, and great value for money for what is basically Michelin star food in North Devon.
4.8
Paul
By some distance the stand out restaurant in Barnstaple. The menu was the best we have enjoyed at Maiden Arch, with a very well balanced selection of dishes which complemented each other beautifully as the evening developed. Will be back, soon.
3.8
Lisa
Delightful to sample gourmet standard food in North Devon. Each dish on the tasting menu a work of art and some intense flavours and colours. First time for a delicious Oyster from Porlock! .‘Treats’ from the attentive waiter a bonus and worth a visit. No printed menu due to IT glitch and unable to have a glass of champagne on arrival. Prosecco a second best on my very special occasion & reason for visit. Cheese course not served as delivery problem. Would like to have congratulated chef Rob and talked about local suppliers. Another time? Thank you for a pleasant evening.
4.8
James Reid
Our second visit in a month and once again excellent food with a well balanced selection of exquisite dishes. There were enough tweaks and changes in the menu between the two visits that we did not feel the experience was a repetition. Occasional slips in service were more than compensated by the jolly welcome and generous spirit (we were told there had been some last minute staffing challenges). Given the small number of covers and the technical nature of the cooking the margins must be very tight- it certainly is not cheap but I believe it is good value.
5.0
Lauren Tithecott
I love this restaurant so much. The food is incredible, the ambiance is just right and I definitely will be returning
5.0
Emma & Darren
Truly a hidden gem! We have just experienced the most perfect evening at Maiden Arch; the food (7 course tasting menu- which we highly recommend) was a gastronomic delight to the senses, everything so well though out and balanced, the flavours exquisite, with fusions of unexpected ingredients, interestingly delightful textures. The relaxed but atmospheric setting, the music piano covers of modern tunes which both me & my partner loved, and last but not least, the waiter, was truly exceptional, friendly, polite, professional, personable and just an absolute joy to have met. Incredibly talented chef, more than deserving of a Michelin Star! Thank you so much for an unforgettable evening, we will be back!
Peter Brummitt
My wife and I went for an anniversary meal. First time at Maiden Arch , the welcome was warm and friendly, the table was good and seats comfortable. The food was exceptional every course looked beautiful and was full of great flavours. Particularly liked the prawn bisque and the chocolate desert, both full of rich lovely flavours. The service was attentive and appropriate. The cost was high by North Devon standards but definitely the best meal we’ve had in the last 10 years
4.8
Sophie Smith
Excellent in every way, too class dining and service. Will return soon
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Fact File

Main dining room capacity 12
Booking policy Reservations only
Max group booking size 12
Average 3 course lunch price (excluding drinks) £50
Average 3 course evening meal price (excluding drinks) £80
House wine price £36
Wines available 32
Alcohol license Fully licensed

Special Dietary Requirements

Vegetarian catering Vegetarian food cooked by request only
Vegan catering No Vegan Food
Halal catering No Halal Food
Wheat/Gluten catering Wheat / Gluten Free food cooked by request only

Additional Information

Wifi Free
Payment by credit card Yes
Payment by debit card Yes
Drink without food Yes
Separate bar with seating Yes
Outside catering services Yes