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Dartmouth Golf & Country Club Blackawton (6 min) 01803 712686
Dartmouth Golf & Country Club Restaurant is open for the General public as well as guests and is happy to offer a series of light snacks on the lunch menu and an extensive A La Carte for the dinner menu. Sit back and relax whilst taking in the panoramic views over the golf course and why not experience Alfresco dinning on those sunnier days.
Seahorse Restaurant Dartmouth (7 min) 01803 835147
Award winning restaurateur, food writer, chef and founder of the renowned Fish Works chain Mitch Tonks opens his own restaurant in the heart of Dartmouth. The Seahorse, located on the waterfront overlooking the river Dart will specialise in seafood and simple grilled meat dishes as well as house specialities. The Seahorse is hoping to open before Easter and Opening Hours will be: Wednesday to Saturday lunch and dinner (12 – 3pm and 6.30 – 10pm) Sunday lunch (12 – 5pm)
enquiries@seahorserestaurant.co.uk
Café Alf Resco Dartmouth (7 min) 01803 835880
Open 7am for breakfast and great coffee, fresh locally baked bread and pastries, orange juice squeezed on the premises. Rustic suppers during the summer, Private dinners all year by arrangement, relaxed atmosphere. Fully licensed, children welcome live music at the weekends.
Royal Castle, Galleon & Harbour Bar, Dartmouth (7 min) 01803 833033
Our Adam Room restaurant overlooking the river is the ideal location for a romantic dinner or a business lunch. We are famous for our Castle Breakfast. Our head chef chooses local beef, pork and lamb wherever possible raised in the South Hams. Seafood is often purchased directly from the fishing boats landing at the quayside. New and stylish contemporary food and décor - not what you would expect from a hotel! Exceptional views, excellent service and one of Dartmouth’s most popular eating venues. Enough to make your mouth water.
The New Angel Restaurant Dartmouth 7 min 01803 839425
The New Angel restaurant is located on the picturesque waterfront in the beautiful coastal town of Dartmouth, Devon. Managed by Chef John Burton-Race the restaurant offers stunning food and the chance to enjoy some of the finest views in Devon. Whether you are seeking a relaxed atmosphere for a family lunch or an intimate venue for a dinner for two, The New Angel is perfect for any occasion. There is no fixed-price menu, just individually priced dishes. East as much or as little as you wish!
Taylor’s Restaurant Dartmouth (7 min) 01803 832748
Uniquely situated on the Quay overlooking the Boat float, Taylor’s is probably the best place in Dartmouth for people watching! Why not escape for a few hours and relax over a bottle of wine, freshly caught lobster or rack of Devonshire lamb to enjoy the stunning views of the river Dart from one of Dartmouth’s leading restaurants. Famed for our selection of fresh fish and shellfish prepared to order, Taylor’s use quality local raw ingredients to produce simple, beautifully cooked dishes. You will find us on the Quay above the National Trust Shop.
Café Cache Dartmouth (7 min) 01803 833804
Eat…from our ever-changing menu prepared using only the finest local produce. Imaginative, highly skilled chefs. Drink...from our extensive wine list offering specially selected world wines as well as imported beers and liquors. Enjoy the special atmosphere that only Café Cache creates, a fusion of English Heritage and Mediterranean style. Outside alfresco dining.
Anzac Street Bistro Dartmouth (8 min) 01803 835515
Three London trained chefs escaped the rat race and have opened a small French-style Bistro in the centre of Dartmouth. We offer great food that always reflects the season, using fresh local produce some of which is grown or raised by us on the family farm in Blackawton.
Kendrick’s Dartmouth (7 min) 01803 832328
Set in the heart of this historic port, Kendrick's opened in 2000 and has quickly gained a solid reputation for excellent food at good value using locally sourced ingredients wherever possible. Our Menu is varied and ranges from enticing salads, char grilled steaks, sizzling fajitas succulent ribs and much more. In addition Special dishes are created daily by our Head Chef Simon and his team, these always include fresh seafood delivered by local fisherman. When you walk into Kendrick's the atmosphere is vibrant yet relaxed and the staff are friendly and attentive, always striving to keep standards high and to have fun at the same time, this makes Kendrick’s the most exciting evening venue in Dartmouth! Children are welcome in our upstairs restaurant and private parties of 20-30 can enjoy their own room.
Jan & Freddies Brasserie Dartmouth (7 min) 01803 832332
Jan & Freddies Brasserie fuses fresh local produce, meat and fish with Retro food in relaxed, contemporary surroundings. An addition to Dartmouth’s eateries, Jan & Freddies Brasserie has already gained popular appeal as a fun, refreshing Bistro and a true culinary experience. With extraordinary cuisine, an extensive wine menu and homemade puddings.
The Venus Café Blackpool Sands (11 min) 01803 770209
Located right next to the beach. Stunning views of the sea and cliffs. Serving hot and cold food and drinks all day. Outdoor seating and takeaway menu. Set in an unspoilt, sheltered bay amongst evergreens and pines is award winning Blackpool Sands one of South Devon's most beautiful natural treasures. In fact, with its superb golden beach, turquoise blue sea and magnificent pines, it has an almost Mediterranean feel. The award winning Venus Company now operates an evening Bistro at Blackpool Sands offering the very best of locally caught lobster & crab, Devon reared chicken & beef - all cooked in Mediterranean style on the BBQ. Children's menu offers a range of quality organic dishes. Fully licensed. Alfresco informal dining at its very best - located right on the beach with fabulous unique views. Reservations: 01803 839686.'
Kings Arms Seafood Restaurant Strete 12 min 01803 770377
Welcome to the Kings Arms. We are situated within easy reach of some of the finest and most dramatic coastal scenery in South Devon. The new section of the South West Coast Path passes right past our front door, and you can enjoy great views of Start Bay from our patio, garden and dining room. Our revitalised pub makes the perfect setting in which to enjoy the very best seafood that Devon has to offer. We aim high, and our culinary efforts have already been recognised by several national guides, including the Good Food Guide and Egon Ronay.
The Tower Inn Slapton (16 min) 01548 580216
This award winning old pub tucked away in the centre of the delightful and historic village of Slapton is a haven for lovers of good food, fine wines and real ales. The pub is approached down a narrow lane leading into a small courtyard car park. Step through the porch into a low-ceilinged, rustic bar with beams and pillars, scrubbed oak tables, church pew seating, log fires, wine-coloured walls, flagstone floors and bare boards. At the rear of the pub there is a lovely walled garden which overlooks the tower.
The Start Bay Inn Slapton (16 min) 01548 580553
Between the 2.5 mile stretch of Slapton Sands beach and Slapton Ley freshwater nature reserve, the ancient thatched Start Bay Inn (left) makes the perfect summer watering hole, particularly its seafront patio. Wash down superb, fresh seafood with local ales and cider. Feast on the likes of giant crevettes cooked in garlic butter, fillet of cod or haddock in a light batter with chips and salad, depending on size), scampi, or a whole host of specials according to the daily catch: monkfish, lemon sole, Dover sole, bass, brill, scallops, skate, plaice, john dory, crab, lobster and squid all make regular appearances.
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The Royal Seven Stars (20 min)
The Royal Seven Stars is open all day for breakfast, morning coffee and pastries, lunch, Devon Cream teas, cocktails and nibbles, supper and dinner. The history that surrounds this ancient 17th Century Coaching Inn with its stylish décor provides you with a unique blend of tradition with a contemporary twist. The Royal Seven Stars Hotel offers a great choice of quality relaxed dining from morning till night. Choose to dine in our traditional Saloon Bar where a log fire burns in the cooler months, our new more ‘funky ‘ Bar 7, or Al Fresco at the front of the hotel. Both bars have designated non-smoking areas.
Will’s Restaurant Totnes (20 min) 0871 4744 178
The restaurant's main business is dinner, and menus make impressive use of Devon's rich larder for a line-up of modern European dishes. A tian of Brixham crab might be served as a starter with avocado and gazpacho jus, or you could plump for pan-fried scallops with smoked venison and caulfilower purée.
Main courses promise plenty of alternatives to fish: whole roast quail is stuffed with wild mushrooms and served on boulangère potatoes with crispy pancetta and quail jus, while pan-fried duck breast comes with pommes purée, lemon thyme and leek ragoût and a citrus jus. Local cheeses rub shoulders with desserts such as strawberry and cracked pepper parfait with spearmint salsa or brioche bread-and-butter pudding.
On the ground floor is an easy-going café serving morning coffee, baguettes and light lunches along the lines of smoked haddock with a risotto of chorizo, mussels and prawns.
Rumours Wine Bar & Bistro Totnes (20 min) 01803 864682
Rumour’s has its own funky charm and a great atmosphere. The cosmopolitan mix of artists, tourists and locals of all ages contributes to the special feel of Rumour which is set in a 17th century Cavalier’s house. Well known for it’s diverse range of beer’s including local brews, wheat beer, real ale and Belgian beer’s, you will be welcome to drop in for a just a pint, coffee or afternoon tea. The restaurant menu’s are modern in style and are displayed on a board daily. The freshly made pizzas with the dough, made in house are delicious.
Durant Arms Ashprington Totnes (21 min) 01803 732240
Lovely 18th Century village inn serving excellent food and cask ales
White Hart Dartington Hall Dartington (24 min) 01803 847111
Located within the 14th Century medieval courtyard of Dartington Hall, the White Hart Restaurant occupies what were originally the kitchens of the magnificent fourteenth-century Dartington Hall. With a flagstone floor, limed oak settles, roughcast walls, historic photographs, and a real log fire, the White Hart Restaurant provides a warm, welcoming atmosphere at all times.
The Turtley Corn Mill Avonwick (29 min) 01364 72488
The Turtley Corn Mill has recently been smothered with loving attention! Three months of renovation have introduced oak & slate floors, bookcases, old furniture and loads of local pictures. The style is light and fresh with no music, fruit machines or pool tables, just newspapers to read, books to browse, good food, great local beers and interesting wines.
The location is idyllic; the original Mill is set in six acres of grounds bordered by the river Glazebrook, we even have our own small lake complete with an island, perfect for sunny days and idle wandering!
Our menu changes daily and features much local produce but the menu you can read here is fairly typical and is available from 12:00 midday until 21:30 daily.
We love wines too and have an interesting and reasonably priced range from all over the world; not clever wines just good honest ones with a bit of character. We also love beer and our cellar has a good range of regional and local beers, most from brewers that know us well. When you know who has brewed it somehow it tastes better! Our main beer comes from Summerskill’s just down the road, supported by beers from the Princetown Brewery on Dartmoor and others who share our pleasure.
The Cricket Inn Beesands (30 min) 01548 580215
The Cricket Inn first opened its doors in 1867 and is located within the small fishing village of Beesands nestled within the idyllic South Hams countryside overlooking the peaceful gently sloping shingle beach of Start Bay on one of the most southerly points of the UK. A welcome gathering place for both tourists and local residents alike all year round. Serving traditional ales, spirits and a varied selection of white and red wines along with a reputation for great food.
The Oyster Shack Bigbury (33 min) 01548 810876
Over the last 9 months we have really enjoyed running ‘The Oyster Shack'. We have met great characters and have been welcomed into the community. We have also come to realise how much ‘The Oyster Shack' means to you, the customer. This relaxed, unhurried, unique restaurant, with an extensive seafood menu continues to please and exceed expectations.
We aim to enhance these aspects through the improvements that we have carried out in February. The introduction of a fantastic new service bar offering cocktails and Wines the perfect compliment to seafood at any time. Furthermore we shall offer a light lunch menu for people on the move either walking the picturesque Avon River and coastline or wanting to relax on the stunning beaches nearby.
A combination of ½ a dozen Oysters with a glass of Deutz Champagne or a large bowl of moules marinieres with a glass of Pimms. All of this compliments the long and lazy lunches that have become ‘The Oyster Shack' way. We look forward to welcoming you to the Shack!
The Bickley Mill (36 min) Bickley Mill, Stoneycombe, Kingskerswell, 01803 873201 info@bickleymill.co.uk
Dating back to 1231 and once a flour mill, Bickley Mill has been totally transformed by David and Tricia Smith who purchased the business in 2005. The emphasis of this family run freehouse is based on friendly hospitality, good food and well designed bedrooms. Its individuality has been recognized and is included in The Michelin Guide and Alistair Sawday’s ‘Special Places to Stay.’ Bickley Mill nestles in the quiet valley of Stoneycombe away from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Superbly located in South Devon to explore the English Riviera. Whether it’s a getaway weekend, holiday, business or just another bottle of wine, whatever the reason we have 9 beautiful individually designed ensuite bedrooms
The Orchid Restaurant Tourqay (36 min) 01803 296152
The Orchid is a gourmet restaurant located on the 1st floor of the Corbyn Head Hotel. Celebrated for its 2 rosettes, 3 RAC Ribbons and fine wines, this really is the ideal place to dine for those special occasions.
It's imaginative menu, is sure to appeal to the most discerning diner, and it is guaranteed to be a gastronomic delight. The Chefs Daniel Kay & Marc Evans imaginatively prepares your gastronomic feast while you enjoy freshly prepared canapés and gaze across the bay. Daniel & Marc have a unique style offering "modern English cuisine with French and Mediterranean influences" which has helped to develop the Orchid's excellent reputation for outstanding culinary excellence
Hanburys South West Fish & Chip Shop of the Year Princes Street, Babbacombe, Torquay, (41 min) 01803 314616
Enjoy award winning fish and chips in the cosy intimate atmosphere of Hanburys Licensed Restaurant or from the award winning Takeaway,(formerly Babbacombe Fish & Chip Shop) which has been serving quality seafood since 1922. Locals, holidaymakers and many people from all over the world have visited Hanburys over the years- and we are pleased to say that most are now regular customers. At Hanburys we have endeavoured to cater for all, and by introducing our Healthy Options menu we hope to have met the requirements of even more of our customers. It is a pleasure to serve great Fish and Chips to our valued customers - and being located in the beautiful and picturesque Babbacombe and St Marychurch area only adds to that pleasure.
The Oyster Shack Salcombe (43 min) 01548 843596
At The Oyster Shack Salcombe we aim to give every guest the quality and standards that have come to exemplify the original shack in Bigbury. We have managed to keep in those fantastic traits that help to categorise the name, such as the superb al fresco deck area overlooking the creek. Furthermore to this although the décor is not exactly the same we feel confident that you will feel those familiar shack emotions when you visit the new restaurant. Rest assured we are going to be serving a delicious array of fresh seafood in our typical rustic charm. We hope you enjoy your visit!
A combination of ½ a dozen Oysters with a glass of Deutz Champagne or a large bowl of moules marinieres with a glass of Pimms. All of this compliments the long and lazy lunches that have become ‘The Oyster Shack' way. We look forward to welcoming you to the Shack!
The Winking Prawn Salcombe (44 min) 01548 842 326
Memorably and accurately described as a shabby beach hut, The Winking Prawn is a much loved landmark on the North Sands Beach at Salcombe. Slightly eccentric, utterly relaxed and extremely busy, the Winking Prawn is open seven days a week in summer from 10.30am till 11.00pm. Out of season it’s open at weekends, half term and holidays. It’s so much fun to eat there that the garden is often full to its capacity of 180 and inside seats 60. Part of the fun is dressing up from the owners fancy dress chest and joining in the fun to create a great atmosphere.
The Ship Inn Noss Mayo (68 min) 01752 872387
This award winning waterside pub has been completely renovated using reclaimed materials, English oak, local stone, and lots of love and affection. The style is strong yet simple, spacious yet cosy; it feels like a proper pub, unfussy, uncomplicated but pleasingly functional. Enjoy good, fresh, homemade food, great beers and interesting wines, whilst surrounded by wooden floors, old furniture, log fires, bookcases and dozens of local pictures.
Gidleigh Park Michelin Star x 2 Chagford (72 min) 01647 432367
Gidleigh Park is amongst the most highly rated small luxury hotels in England, and certainly the most highly rated in the South West. It is one of 20 members of Relais et Chateaux, an international association of 400 small privately owned hotels in 40 countries. The hotel has won many awards, e.g. Conde Nast Traveller Best Small European Hotel 1999, Caterer and Hotelkeeper Magazine Independent Hotel of the Year 1997, Egon Ronay Guide Hotel of the Year 1990.
Horn of Plenty Michelin Star Gulworthy (75 min) 01822 832528
The heart of The Horn of Plenty is the kitchen. Here taste, texture, harmony and contrast combine in the final presentation. All are as important as the fresh produce and top quality ingredients. Head Chef Peter Gorton is passionate about creating superb food for The Horn of Plenty guests and invests a lot of time and energy ensuring the highest quality and standards are met and maintained. Using only the finest quality fresh, locally sourced produce, Peter has gained an excellent reputation locally and nationally. He even has his own organic vegetable and fruit garden at The Horn of Plenty which means the freshest ingredients are literally available at the kitchen
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