Plymouth
Quietly groovy, fantastically friendly and extremely good at baking things, Jacka is much loved by locals. It excels at immense croissants, cinnamon…
Must-see restaurants in Devon
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Torquay
The jumbo on Torquay's fine-dining scene: Michelin-starred and critically lauded, Elephant belongs to chef Simon Hulstone, whose taste for seasonal food …
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Dartmoor National Park
Local foodies love the classic, locally sourced, seasonal cuisine at this country-house hotel 4 miles west of Tavistock. Flavours are rich: choose between…
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Dartmoor National Park
Chefs Joe and Amy describe themselves as 'locally grown' and this idea shines through in their simple but sophisticated food that showcases prime Devon…
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Dartmoor National Park
Just one pint at this wisteria-clad pub is enough to make you want to drop everything and move to Dartmoor. It's a classic wood-beamed, low-ceilinged, old…
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Plymouth
Local boy Dave Jenkins has worked wonders at his little brasserie, which has deservedly built up a loyal local following and scooped up foodie awards. It…
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Exeter
Excellent news: one of Exeter's hippest little bakeries has now added half-a-dozen tables, meaning there's even more room to sample superb flat whites,…
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Dartmoor National Park
You've got to love a place that bills itself as a 'pub and nosebag'. Despite the village location, this is a hip gastropub that wouldn't feel out of place…
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Dartmoor National Park
Known as FTC to locals, this friendly little cafe is a favourite for hearty breakfasts, doorstep sandwiches and massive chunks of cake, but it does more…
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Plymouth
An exotic addition to the up-and-coming area around Sutton Harbour, this joint specialises in spicy, flavourful Thai-style street food: classic Massaman…
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Dartmoor National Park
Roaring fires, low ceilings, a friendly landlord – the Prince is the place where everyone pops in for a pint of home-brewed Jail Ale and a plate of…
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Dartmoor National Park
Marooned amid miles of moorland, this Dartmoor institution exudes a hospitality only found in pubs in the middle of nowhere. A fire that's been burning …
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Dartmoor National Park
It's a winning combination: a quirky gift shop that shares a cavernous, brick-lined space with a laid-back cafe. The aroma of freshly ground coffee fills…
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Torquay
It may be run by an engaging Austrian, but plenty of local produce finds its way onto the tables at this acclaimed, intimate eatery. The result is an…
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Plymouth
Plymouth's chef brothers Chris and James Tanner have brightened up the Barbican with their relaxed-but-refined bistro at the Plymouth Gin Distillery. It's…
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Dartmoor National Park
The globe-trotting menus at this chic spot apply techniques and ingredients from many cuisines to west-country produce, so smoked Cornish duck tapas and…
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Dartmoor National Park
One of those iconic Dartmoor pubs beloved by generations, the Elephant is a 16th-century inn where log burners sit in vast fireplaces, and jugs and…
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Dartmoor National Park
With nearly five centuries of pint-pulling behind it, this village inn has views of Lydford's castle to match its beamed, old-world interior. The grub…
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Exeter
Squeezed in among the city-centre chains is this independent diner run by energetic owner Lloyd. With its sliding-glass frontage, bare bulbs, tiles and…
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Torquay
Sliding doors and pavement tables make the most of the seaside view at this relaxed, informal cafe-bistro – it's just a shame the main beach road gets in…
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Torquay
The Torquay branch of award-winning chef Mitch Tonks' minichain of seafood restaurants showcases his taste for relaxed catch-of-the-day dining…
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Plymouth
With a deck enclosed by canvas and clear plastic, and a quayside setting, the Boathouse has a firmly nautical flavour. Fittingly, its chefs delight in…
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Torquay
In this chilled-out cafe-deli, twinkling fairy lights are strung above a scattering of upcycled tables surrounded by gourmet goodies: organic sourdough, …
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Exeter
This rapidly expanding southwest burger business now has an Exeter outlet, in a studiously hip space with brick walls, vintage-style signs and plywood…
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Plymouth
The surroundings are gorgeous, and so is the cuisine. A beautifully lit medieval building sets the scene for food that is both supremely elegant and…
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Plymouth
This top-notch chip shop is renowned across the city – there are often queues out the door at peak times. If you're planning on eating al fresco, be…
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Plymouth
With its wide sea views, open sides and chilled-out atmosphere, the Terrace is a long-standing locals' favourite, especially among those who regularly…
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Plymouth
Plymouth's only 'social enterprise' bakery has a remit of helping as many people as possible to learn to bake, and offers informative courses. It also now…
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Exeter
A spicy addition to Exeter, this Thai restaurant has proved very popular. You can play safe with the classics – red, green, Penang or jungle curries – or…
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Exeter
Run by the same family for 15 years, the Rodean serves inventive cuisine that has built a loyal following and notched up a string of awards. Classic,…
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Torquay
Sandwiched between the seafront and crumbling russet-red cliffs, the terrace of this bar-bistro has uninterrupted views of the waves. The menu spans…
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Dartmoor National Park
Chef John Hooker has created something special here: a smart but still convivial pub serving creative but unpretentious food that remains true to its West…
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Plymouth
In the cheery bistro of renowned southwest chef Mitch Tonks, you get as many chips as you can eat with whatever fish has been landed at the neighbouring…
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Torquay
At this snug family-run restaurant, goodies range from authentic pizzas and golden pasta to dishes mixing local produce with a dash of the Med – look out…
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Dartmoor National Park
A more perfect place for a riverside pint you simply could not find. Nestled in the middle of Fingle Woods, on the banks of the River Teign, this…
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Dartmoor National Park
Walk into Blacks for one thing and you're likely to leave with half a dozen more. Tempting breads, cheeses and olives are stacked high, along with pies,…
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Exeter
One of the most well-known of Exeter's fine-dining restaurants, good for formal, French-inspired dishes served in a starchy, white-tablecloth setting…
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Plymouth
In this hip 'bicycle emporium', bikes and Tour de France memorabilia hang from the walls and happy customers tuck into punchy coffee, gourmet sarnies and…
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Torquay
Formal, old-school fine dining, with the requisite white starched tablecloths, hushed service and soft mood lighting. Good for rich, trad dishes like…
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Plymouth
This super little Vietnamese cafe on the 1st floor of the indoor city market is a real find, and a shopper and student favourite. Noodle soup, Vietnamese…
