I ate lunch here last week and was quite satisfied with my salad mixture for takeaway and my small…read morebutternut squash pie. Really nice flavour combination for lunch. Love that free tap water is offered and blankets to sit out on the lawn. Friendly staff. Also loved the seed, fruit and nut bar: dense but not too sweet and no extra sugar.

Like a shire pony, blinkered, one has to run the gauntlet down the main drag here in Exeter to…read moreavoid temptation from every chain there is under the very pretty Mid-October sun. Duck behind the main drag and trot through the lovely open space of the cathedral grounds and you'll be rewarded with Devon's best coffee roasted locally in Axminster; light and fruity but still kicks like a horse to get you buzzing like a (horse)fly. Like the inside of a hive, warm and cozy, busy; creative salads on display looked wholesome with rainbows of taste. The imaginative selection on offer also extended to their freshly baked variety of cleverly 'snuck in vegetable' cakes too, courgette and chocolate, of course there must've been a carrot and their almond and lemon polenta looked moist too. However the award surely has to go to their Handbags-at-Dawn, fight inciting Beetroot and Raspberry cake. I saw the last slice go merely moments after elevenses yesterday and today on my coffee run, I noticed the chief cook had responded to demand with a double bake. The only wrangling to be done really is to get there early enough to see the array on offer earlier in the day and if you can't decide what to have, just have both. A great wall of local info on display too, like yoga classes, theatre and other loveliness. Lot's of seats outside great for groups, so would be even lovelier with some eco-friendly outdoor heaters when the sun's not out, or even just a canopy. The wet seats outside may have dissuaded a group visit, but they'll be back.

Visiting from the US, and this is the first spot that I found to have exceeded my expectations. The…read moreindoor setting is pleasant, the food here is delicious, and the service efficient. I got the Vegan combo, which came with vegan egg rolls, stir fried veggies, and red curry with tofu. These were all very tasty, and in my opinion, tofu tastes better than meat in curry as it doesn't try out and become rubbery. They do close between 14:30 to 18:00 (2:30pm to 6pm), so try to come for proper meal times. Highly recommend this place.

Having had a few disappointing meals in Exeter, it was lovely to find a friendly restaurant serving…read moregood, freshly prepared food. The location on Fore Street, on the southern edge of the centre, is not the location you might expect to find a good restaurant, but it's clear on entering that a lot of thought and investment has gone into the venue. The welcome was warm and friendly but not over-familiar - and we were seated and served very quickly. The choice covers a range of familiar Thai dishes, with vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options clearly labelled. The meat is sourced with care - ie free range and local. Staff were happy (within reason) to adjust the spiciness of dishes to suit Our food was very good - my Tom kha soup was excellent - fragrant and flavourful - and both a green curry and ginger stir-fry similarly impressed. Fish-cakes were a little disappointing but, overall, we were very happy with the dining experience. Overall, two courses with drinks came to £45. I'd be very happy to recommend it and happy to return.

As someone without dietary restrictions, I found myself enamored with this all vegetarian spot!…read moreFirst off, the pizza smells amazing. Secondly, the pizza comes with chili oil on the side. Thirdly, the pizza is one of the top 5 I've ever had in my life. The service was nice, and the experience was heightened by the awesome decor across the store. I really dug the vibe, and especially loved the window seat in the alcove. I can't wait to return regularly during my stay here in Exeter!

Without a doubt amazing pizza!! You can smell it from the street;) Everything is handmade with…read morelove, fresh and quality ingredients ( or at least taste as such). Menu features some super appetising options, it's really hard to choose from. Plenty of choice for vegetarians and vegans too. Atmosphere is very relaxed and hipster, and quite comfy for a long stay. At the sample time it's reasonably priced, which is a nice surprise considering it's an independent place not a chain.

Great lunch. We ordered a chicken wrap and a chicken kebab plate. Both delicious! Chicken seasoned…read moreand cooked perfectly. Great service. Would definitely visit again!

My grandson and I stopped in for dinner in August of this year. Very friendly atmosphere and the…read morefood was great. I was impressed enough to go back a couple nights later even though there are lots of options for restaurants in Exeter. If I make it back there I'll stop there again.

Let's start with something very important to a review of a Mexican (strictly burrito) place in the…read moreUK; I'm American with about fifteen years in the food industry on the perpetual hunt for great food. Taco Macho is a hidden gem, and it shouldn't be surprising that it's the #1 place to eat in Exeter on TripAdvisor. Although I've constantly complained to him about how long it takes to make a burrito, it's also my fault because we're both talkers. He makes all his ingredients fresh, and hand picks all his ingredients because (we've discussed this) he'd rather pay more for supplies that are of a better quality which means he needs to do his shopping instead of going through a supplier. For about £7 you get a burrito that is the best you're going to find (I'll have another review of the taco place in London later) in the UK, I've searched. They're American sized burritos, and absolutely DESTROY the other "Mexican" place across the river, and is the third best burrito I've ever had; the two others are no longer in business and were toward Columbia MD, and the other was in York PA. The flavor is very well balanced and have a nice combination of spice and occasionally citrus notes. Many of the Brits have turned up their nose, and the only reason I've been able to put together is because they're not used to an abundance of flavor in their food - That's not a jab a British food, but an observation from living there for about two years. There are beef, chicken, and sometimes vegan/vegetarian options but that may change in the future; I've never asked about veggie options. Overall, the hours are short (about 1100-1600 Tuesday-Saturday, but that may have changed), so call ahead and hopefully the number provided is both accurate and if it's accurate hopefully he'll pick up; check Facebook for up-to-date hours. If you go in, you could probably tell him the Gringo that was always in flannel sent you, and you won't regret it. However, if you find a better burrito in the UK, somebody needs to tell me because I don't think it's going to happen. Hopefully that was helpful. Keep on eating.

Very nice! Friendly people and great Americano to start the day. Breakfast was quite good as well…read more Great selection on the menu and I'll have to come back and try their lunches. They have some vegetarian options as well. Like the bright interior and maritime theme.

We stopped here on our way to North Devon for a family summer holiday, and we were looking for a…read morebreakfast stop, and i am pleased to say we found a traditional independent cafe that could dish up a half decent breakfast! The menu choices for breakfast were very good, with me going for the 'brunch' which included two hash browns, two sausages, two bacon rashers, and beans. Sadly no toast or drink were included in that price, which was £5.95 The service was extremely quick, and the food arrived hot and a full plate, and it went down very well. Drakes is only a small place, tucked out of the way, but appears popular with the amount of visitors in the time we were there. There was 6 of us, and they could just accommodate us, but not a place for large groups. If you like your cooked breakfasts, then its worth a visit.

Although this restaurant appears here under the category of 'Mediterranean', it is actually one of…read moreonly two Moroccan restaurants in Exeter. It is rather tucked away and easy to miss but is well worth the effort of finding it! La Boca has three floors, when I visited we had a drink in the ground floor bar area before going upstairs for the meal. The restaurant has a very exotic atmosphere, often belly dancers are present for entertainment, and the food is served on low tables - guests isit on the floor on cushions and shoes must be removed! Our party had chosen to go for a group banquet-style meal, but it is possible to choose individual dishes from the menu. As a vegetarian I felt a bit limited in choice from the banquet, but there was plenty of pitta, humous, cous cous and vine leaves. After eating we retreated to the basement room, which again has a great atmosphere. For me the food was secondary in visiting this place.

I got food for takeaway from here and was impressed with the flavours of everything, even more so…read morethan the food I had at Plant Cafe. The Buddha bowl with avo and sweet potato falafels was substantial as well as delicious, as was the vegan sausage roll. I actually got a second helping for dinner that night it was so good. The chai latte was also impressive- perfect blend of sweet and creamy. Outdoor seating and indoors the seats have outlets underneath so was able to charge my phone. Friendly staff.

A general eatery, by the quay in Exeter. The portions were a tad small and there were a few too…read moremany loud babies around, but for an eating experience, I was satisfied.

Great staff and the best espresso in Exeter. Served properly in a little glass…read more Food is pricey but never fails to please.

After being completely disappointed by dinner at a different restaurant we headed to Giraffe to…read morecheer ourselves up with a nice pud. Our waitress was so attentive, friendly and generally lovely that it really did change the mood of the evening. I had waffles loaded with sugar, ice cream and banana. Very tasty and not too expensive either.

Excellent service for our large group. Comfortable table near the kitchen - got to interact with…read moreChef. Everyone who had them loved the burger - probably a very safe bet if you go.

My first impression of this bar was that it was a bit modern and trendy for my tastes, but a place…read morethat serves 4 real ales (including Tribute and Proper Job) and that still has seating despite being busy on a friday night is pretty much exactly what I am looking for in a pub. A decent fallback if heading to Firehouse and It is too busy (or charging for entry), but a good venue in its own right.