Leading Restaurants in Devon

Virginstow, Beaworthy, Devon

It’s not a matter of food miles, more food metres at this restaurant and hotel set in 130 acres of grounds. Leading female chef Tina Bricknell-Webb raises her own herd of... more

Rock House Lane, Maidencombe, Torquay, Devon

A fabulous bay window is one feature in the chic dining room overlooking Torbay Bay, a colonial elegance also found in the décor thanks to rattan chairs. The inventive modern... more

The Strand, Barnstaple, Devon

The Old Custom House offers guests the opportunity to dine downstairs at wooden tables and chairs in laid back bistro style, upstairs in the smart, panelled dining room or al... more

Ashwater, Devon

Worn slate flagstones and heavy oak beams welcome guests in this 17th-century hotel and restaurant full of cosy nooks and crannies. Period charm seamlessly merges into modern... more

Prysten House, Finewell Street, Plymouth, Devon

A 15 century merchant’s house (the oldest in Plymouth) provides an atmospheric setting for the Tanner brother’s accomplished cooking. TV stars they may be, but they served... more

Chagford, Dartmoor, Devon

This intimate twenty six-seat restaurant with rooms is tucked away just off the village square in the charming village of Chagford, making the perfect retreat after a day... more

8 South Embankment, Dartmouth, Devon

The traditional fish and chip restaurant is revived in Mitch Tonk’s latest venture. Mushy peas, malt vinegar and ketchup abound but the food itself is on an entirely... more

Milton Abbot, Tavistock, Devon

This 19th century shooting and fishing lodge has been sensitively converted by designer Olga Polizzi. The beautiful wood panelled dining room with its views over the grounds... more

Moorside, Lydford, Okehampton, Devon

The Dartmoor Inn has a series of intimate dining rooms each with its own intriguing style. There are decorative nods towards Scandinavia and New England in this contemporary... more

30 North Street, Ashburton, Devon

Husband and wife team Nick and Sophie Coiley like to keep things local at their rustic Devonshire restaurant. What they don’t grow in their courtyard garden or forage for in... more

Ilfracombe, Devon

Controversial modern artist Damien Hirst might be the man behind this quayside restaurant and bar, but they won’t try and serve you a plate of shark in formaldehyde. Hirst’s... more

21 Fore Street, Shaldon, Devon

Ode is a small neighbourhood restaurant with its heart in the right place. A charming dining room that's been designed using reclaimed and sustainable materials, you can dine... more

35 Fore Street, Topsham, Devon

Despite the Gallic name, La Petite Maison’s heart lies in producing modern British food using excellent West Country produce to fine effect. A crisp whitewashed exterior... more

Knowstone, South Molton, Devon

Chef and owner Mark Dodson spent thirteen years as head chef of the legendary Waterside Inn in Bray before taking over this rural 13th century thatched inn in 2005. Wife Sarah... more

80 West Street, Tavistock, Devon

A former 17th Century coaching inn set in the charming Devon town of Tavistock, Browns is now a contemporary town house hotel with a restaurant, brasserie and wine bar.... more

5 South Embankment, Dartmouth, Devon

Overlooking the River Dart estuary The Seahorse offers uncomplicated Italian inspired seafood in slick bistro style surroundings. Congenial staff direct guests to sit on... more

41 Fore Street, Topsham, Exeter, Devon

The Galley Restaurant has a unique style with a slight contemporary twist, with an added touch of elegance. Overlooking the River Exe estuary, this quirky and quaint... more

Chagford, Devon

Set in 45 acres of secluded gardens and accessible only via a single track road (unless your budget runs to a helicopter of course) Gidleigh Park can boast one of the... more

London Road, Rockbeare, Exeter, Devon

Seasonality and provenance are at the forefront of this modern British menu. The a la carte menu includes 'Totally Devon' selections in bold print which use local ingredients.... more

Gulworthy, Tavistock, Devon

This grand Georgian house was originally built for the manager of a Devonshire copper mine. Its history as a mine of culinary greatness stretches as far back to 1967 when... more

Cathedral Yard, Exeter, Devon

Glass screens etched with double Michelin starred executive chef Michael Caines's MC logo, stylish high-backed chairs in taupe and dark grey pinstripe and polished hardwood... more

3/4 Beacon Terrace, Torquay, Devon

Unpretentious, warm and friendly, this lively ground floor brasserie and more formal first floor restaurant on a side street just up from Torquay harbour is everything you... more

Gittisham, Honiton, Exeter, Devon

Get away from it all at this ivy clad Elizabethan manor house set in a 3,500 Devonshire acre estate complete with free running Arabian horses. The dining room makes a romantic... more

Lifton, Devon

Only 5 minutes off the A30 This former coaching inn, renowned for its fishing and shooting, makes the most of its position close to Dartmoor by taking advantage of the... more