Leading Restaurants in South West England

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

3 Tower Lane, Off Tower Street, Taunton, Somerset

Darren Sherlock and Rita Rambellas’s two floor operation in a 17th century townhouse focuses on seasonal, local food. The modern British menu may include diver-caught scallops... 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

The Greenbank Hotel, Harbourside, Falmouth, Cornwall

The Harbourside Restaurant is the perfect setting to enjoy the bounty of the South West's waters. Modern British cuisine includes native Falmouth Bay oysters and glistening... more

91 Hill Road, Clevedon, Somerset

From a modest family run tea shop, Murrays has grown into a fully fledged delicatessen and caffe bar with a loyal following. Much of the caffes high quality produce is also... 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

89 St Mark's Road, Easton, Bristol

Situated in the culturally diverse Easton area of Bristol, about a mile from the centre of town, is hidden gem Café Maitreya. The family-run restaurant has been open since... more

1 John Street, Bath, Bath & Northeast Somerset

Minibar remains true to its name as a petite gastro bar serving modern tapas. Filled with clean, sharp lines in off-white shades and plenty of chrome the spot lit counters and... more

5 Sadler Street, Wells, Somerset

Former Charlton house michelin starred chef Adam Fellows and wife Martine run this two storey operation made up of a deli/patisserie downstairs and restaurant above connected... more

Perranuthnoe, Penzance, Cornwall

The Victoria Inn is one of the oldest public houses in Cornwall. It can be found in the small coastal village of Perranuthnoe, only 4 miles from Penzance. Stewart and Anna... more

Hotel Penzance, Britons Hill, Penzance, Cornwall

Stunning views over Mount’s Bay and Penzance Harbour are not the only reasons for visiting this pleasant hotel restaurant. Keen prices, ambitious cooking and a commitment to... 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

The Mariners Rock, Slipway, Rock, Wadebridge, Cornwall

Tides Restaurant boasts a stunning waterside location set on the Camel Estuary in Rock, Cornwall, with breathtaking coastal views. Head Chef, Tom Scade, brings his experience... more

85 Kenwyn Street, Truro, Cornwall

In 2005, Nigel and Melaine Tabb relocated their fifteen year old establishment from Portreath to this former pub. Now the smartly appointed thirty seat dining room is a... more

Bakers & Cutlers Halls, The Friary Building, Cabot Circus, Bristol

For most people, dinner at Raymond Blanc's temple of fine dining Le Manoir aux Quat' Saisons is a once in a lifetime treat. But a meal at his casual French brasserie is an... more

1 High Street, Stoke-sub-Hamdon, Somerset

On a substantial corner site in a charming Somerset village is where you’ll find this delightful husband and wife run restaurant. Peter and Sonia Brooks run a restaurant every... more

The Talland Bay Hotel, Porthallow, Cornwall

There’s view of the sea and the delightful and beautifully maintained garden from this wood paneled hotel dining room. There’s modern British cooking on the menu conjured from... more

The Old Priory Hotel, Church Square, Midsomer Norton, Somerset

After ten successful years in the center of Bath, chef Stephen Shore upped sticks in 2005 to this 12th century priory house in the nearby village of Midsummer Norton. Cream... more

All Saints Lane, Bristol

The Rummer is an independent bar and restaurant set in a grade II listed on All Saints Lane, a narrow passage leading to Corn Street in the centre of Bristol. The Rummer was... more

130 Whiteladies Road, Clifton, Bristol

If you’re a fan of fresh fish, it doesn’t come much fresher than at Rockfish Grill, which boasts an adjacent fish mongers and the slogan “fish so fresh, tomorrow’s is still in... more

Pavilion Buildings, Rock Road, Rock, Wadebridge, Cornwall

The Dining Room is a 30 cover restaurant run by local couple Fred Beedles and Donna Caswell. Fred prepares the menu depending on the seasons using fresh, local ingredients... more

Mousehole, Cornwall

Overlooking the harbour of the preposterously picturesque fishing village of Mousehole, 2 Fore Street serves up well-rendered modern European dishes in a homely setting.... more

The Quay, East Looe, Cornwall

Trawlers lives up to its name with a prime position on the pretty harbour in Looe where the fishing boats moor up after delivering their catch. The fruits of their labour are... more

St Enodoc Hotel, Rock, Wadebridge, Cornwall

A more relaxed and certainly cheaper alternative to eating at Nathan Outlaw’s flagship restaurant is to take a table at his Seafood and Grill, housed in the same hotel. With... more

5 Quay Street, Truro, Cornwall

A commitment to good quality, local ingredients has seen Saffron become one of Truro’s most popular eating destinations. A compact yet bright restaurant decorated in citrus... more

35 Marlborough Buildings, Bath, Bath & Northeast Somerset

A short, fresh menu full of big, unfussy flavours and even bigger portions concentrates on home cooked food using robust seasonal ingredients. Upmarket burgers, fish and chips... more

5 Chapel Row, Bath, Somerset

Owner Jean Pierre Auge has been entertaining his regulars with his bad jokes for over thirty years and has helped to make Beaujolais a perennial neighbourhood favourite. The... more

Wiveliscombe, Taunton, Somerset

West Country food hero Sally Edwards returned to the local culinary scene in 2009 with the opening of 10 The Square. Housed within a converted barn at the back of her own... more

10 Milsom Place, Bath, Bath & Northeast Somerset

The atmosphere in this classic Georgian building is lively, yet relaxed with plenty of tightly packed tables. Jamie’s Italian doesn’t accept bookings for tables under 8... more

St Mawes, Cornwall

Ask for table 41 on the suntrap terrace of this 'Knightsbridge-on-Sea' boutique hotel and drink in the glorious seaviews. Eating in the Olga Polizzi-designed dining room with... more

19 North Street, Lostwithiel, Cornwall

Asquiths is in the heart of Cornwall in more ways than one. As well as being situated in the centre of the charming medieval town of Lostwithiel, chef Graham Cuthbertson uses... 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

Treninnow Cliff Road, Millbrook, Cornwall

Choosing the name for this restaurant must have been an easy job for owner and head chef Matt Corner. Perched high above Whitsand Bay, it looks out across the Rame Peninsula -... more

St Michael's Hotel & Spa, Gyllyngvase Beach, Falmouth, Cornwall

The award-winning Flying Fish Restaurant affords stunning views of the ocean, Falmouth Bay and the Cornish coastline. Serving an exciting range dishes based upon what is fresh... 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

The Dog House, St Merryn, Cornwall

This tiny neighbourhood restaurant a few miles from Padstow proves there is a dining scene beyond Rick Stein’s restaurants in North Cornwall. Located in a pretty coastal... more

8 St John's Place, City Centre, Bath, Somerset

Conveniently situated next door to Bath's Theatre Royal, this city centre gastropub is keeping the tradition of the inn alive with simple English food and great local ales.... more

6 Middle Street, Padstow, Cornwall

Paul Ainsworth has built up a devoted following at his Padstow restaurant for creating menus around local, seasonal ingredients, often humble in nature, cooked in a simple... more

High Street, Hinton St George, Somerset

Situated in a handsome Somerset village is the elegantly restored and thatched Lord Poulett Arms. A delightful village pub and restaurant with rooms, it attracts locals and... more

Boyces Avenue, Clifton Village, Bristol

This former 17th Century coaching inn had a makeover in 2005, with the result being a rather excellent 80-cover gastropub. The kitchen is headed up by former River Cafe and... more

Carvynick, Summercourt, Newquay, Cornwall

This former stone built farmhouse is now a pub and restaurant. Chef Consultant Kevin Viner has added modernity and style to create a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. The assured... more

2 North Parade Passage, Bath, Bath & Northeast Somerset

Bath’s only vegetarian restaurant is less about moral zeal and more about great tasting, additive free dishes using predominantly local, fair trade and organic produce. It’s a... more

On The Beach, Watergate Bay, Cornwall

Eat well and feel socially responsible while you do it at Cornwall Fifteen, part of a social enterprise founded by Jamie Oliver to help train young people to become chefs.... more

V-Shed Canons Way, Bristol

With a brasserie, bar, deli, bakery, and cookery school, Bordeaux Quay forms Bristol's gastronomic epicentre. The spacious high-ceilinged first floor dining room overlooking... more

Old Lifeboat House, Wharf Road, St Ives, Cornwall

Housed in a refurbished life boat house on the harbour with a fish friendly menu, there’s no doubting Alba’s sea-faring credentials. The entirely glass front of the two-storey... 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

Helford Passage, Falmouth, Cornwall

The Wright Brothers, whose Oyster and Porter House is a firm favourite with the foodies who flock to London's Borough market, have brought their winning ways with British... more