What a great little find! Cute place! Lovely service. Beautiful gardens. Clean bathrooms, and most…read moreimportantly, fabulous food. I wasn't expecting much, but left delighted.

From the owner: Quaint and traditional 16th century pub and restaurant on the edge of Dartmoor, offering great…read moreales, Ciders. Only 10 miles from Exeter and 15 miles from Okehampton. Only 1 minute off the A30 Devon to Cornwall road.

We went for a family meal here last night. I would totally agree with previous reviews on its…read morelocation, ambiance, food & drink. My only grip is the price of the menu, £10 for a cheese burger & chips was the cheapest option. Still worth 5 stars & would return if I could find it again! Poor signal in the area but wi-fi availible.

We holiday at nearby Holywell Bay evry year (see review) and have visited this inn on many…read moreoccasions. We stumbled on it years ago and loved it. The Smugglers Den Inn is a 16th century thatched inn with family, beer garden, childrens play area and ample parking. The beer garden is where we like to crash and relax. While the kids play on the apparatus we chill with a ool drink in the sun and order from the menu full of lovely food and they always have plenty of specials on the board all made using the freshest local ingredients. It is situated in a little village called Trebellan, near Cubert, less than than 15 minutes from Newquay. You approach down a steep, high sided road which is typically Cornish and the pub is right before you and very welcoming. They have regular live entertainment and also have an annual Real Ale and Pie Festival which is is it's 9th year. It's definitely worth pulling off the beaten track and seeking it out for a refreshing treat.

Since the recent new owner, the ship is now very pricey while having terrible food especially when…read morethe swan just down the road is better. Ok ambience and good coke

Brilliant, simply amazing setting and location, worth the drive…read more Food excellent, The Best Ploughmans I've ever had. Service excellent, Outdoor seating area is a must in nice weather, Can't say much else - one of our favourites..

This is an amazing little pub. The bar area is cluttered with nick-nacks including ships in (and…read moreout of) bottles, and an eclectic array of ornaments of a largely eccentric nature! There is even a knitting corner. The snug is covered in graffiti and in another area there is a collection of toys. Dogs and children are welcome. The food is good my ham sandwich was top notch and Judi's prawn sandwich was reported as 'excellent'. There is a separate evening menu that has a limited choice, which suggests that the quality is likely to be good. Don't expect haute cuisine but do expect good pub food, entertaining and welcoming locals, friendly bar staff and a fascinating mooch around the various bits of 'stuff' around the pub. DON'T expect to pay by card! Take cash!

My favourite pub in the whole of Devon. It's in a small village just a few minutes walk from the…read moreSouth Devon coast path and some of Devon, no make that the UK's, finest beaches. It's a bit scruffy and the decor is disctinctly quirky, but somehow manages to have the most amazing atmosphere. For warm day's there's outside seating, there's a good range of real ales and they serve hearty portions of reasonably priced food. In the summer they often have bands playing in the music room next door.

Came for Sunday lunch and can honestly say that the only good thing was the location. First member…read moreof staff was grumpy and short with us. When the next member of staff was asked a question about the food their answer was "I don't know I just bring the food out". The food was well presented but very average for the price. Next member of staff was asked a question about the sweets and his reply " I don't know". We did mention our concerns to the lady in charge and she was very apologetic and offered us a complimentary drink which we decided not to take. In summary if you do come here enjoy the view but don't expect good food or attentive service.

Visited the Inn on the 27/05/2012, had a fantastic home cooked fresh roast dinner, no hint or taste…read moreof frozen veg etc. Very nice owners and extremely pleasent staff, great to be able to enjoy an after-dinner drink on the terrace, great views in between the mist rolling in and out. On a personal note I am a great carrot lover and I did miss them. Cheers for a good meal The Hart family

Where to begin where to end and where to take a breather in the middle…read more The Devonport Inn, Excellent Food, Good Ales, Good Staff, Excellent Views... Not in Devonport confusingly. The village this Pub is nestled in is so picturesque when combined with good weather you'd happily wonder whats the point of going abroad. Kingsand is not massively accesible, but once you're there with places like the Devonport there you don't need to go anywhere. Sat looking over the beach you can happily sit outside to eat or drink and easily take 20 paces to feel the sand between your toes, at night the view doesn't dissapoint either looking. The Devonport is a Free house and so can get in whatever beer it fancies, however I will temper this with the four pubs in the village do appear to quite like having Skinners on Tap and then a couple of others to keep the variety going. The place is run by Dawn and Jerome, Dawn manages the front of house as a friendly and helpful Landlady, while Jerome makes magic happen in the kitchen. The Food from sauces to pies, chutneys to cheesecake Jerome makes it all himself, and if you're a fan of supporting local business' then with the Devonport you get a double whammy as Jerome makes it his business to supply his kitchen with produce as close by as possible (from getting rhubarb in the local gardens to going to sea with the fisherman who live in the village), the only things he doesnt make are his bread and pasties, but they come from the bakery just round the corner. Does this attention to detail come at a price? I don't think so, the quality surpasses the price (I've got to recommend the Rib Eye steak, which comes with chips done in beef dripping... sooo tasty) and I would happily say their food is of the same quality as top restuarants Citys like London and Manchester where you'd easily be paying double if not more. Pints workout about £2.50 lovely lovely, the wine is not cheap plonkand that is shown on the price, again like the food you're paying for quality (I had an amazing Rioja which I'm kicking myself for not noting the name of), I didn't get round to spirits so not sure how they workout. Something that I must mention as it is a personal love of mine. The Devonport has no TV's. It's a pub...that's a pub, it relies of its drinks and food not what "Football" is on to get people in. If you find yourself in this little village, you'd be a fool not to visit the Devonport

The previous landlord tried really hard to boost this amazing pub to recover from the damage that…read morewas quickly done by his predecessor and wife, sadly it was always going to be a challenge and the Church House Inn changed hands again in 2015. This change has brought a breath of fresh air, the welcome is again warm and friendly, the food exceptional, gone is that massive menu of countless items which were only possible with the help of a freezer and microwave, never a good combination! Now the menu is manageable and cooked to order by a more than competent chef, for the first time in a long while we see a pass with heat lamps to keep the food hot a sign of a chef who cares about his creations enough to serve them hot and fresh, he does not disappoint either it really is exceptional food, hot, fresh and well presented but more to the point it tastes amazing. The price, we'll give it a try and you decide, we think it offers fantastic value for money and is run by a team of caring professionals so it is back on our hit list "must do" places our only worry is that too many will agree and we won't just drop in but have to book. Well done all at the Church House Inn for bringing this diamond its sparkle back.

Daft really this has been one of my favourite eating pubs for at least 20 years and I have never…read moreQyped it! This is possibly the oldest inn in England, dating from 1028, however it started as a hostel to house the masons who were building the church next door. The menu is excellent and the food has never let us down. The menu is suplemented by an enormous daily specials board with the accent on fish and game. There is a good choice of real ales and some of the other fizzy stuff for people who have lost their sense of taste. The wine list is extensive and contains some really good, reasonably-priced stuff. As can be imagined in view of the age of the building, the inn has a great traditional feel. The latest landlord is a clone of his predecessors in that his welcome is warm and his patience long well Judi always changes her mind at the last minute! So on your next visit to Devon, set your satnav to this lovely old inn. It's popular, though, so I would recommend that you book.

The Real Ales are exceptional, with Real Ale clearness, very well kept and, very reasonably priced…read more If you're looking for good ales, excellent food, fast friendly and warm service in a beautiful location.... look no further.

We were a group of 13 and we had a great welcome. The fire…read morewas great after a long walk. food tasty and prompt and the Hobgoblin beer went down a treat

Exceptionally lovely pub, with a great location on the small roads above the Mayflower steps. The…read morepub looks quite 'goode olde' outside and suits its name somehow. Inside it is a perfect blend of the traditional and the modern and is worth seeking out. Was serving 3 St Austell Beers and a guest called Dartmoor Bitter. I went for a Proper Job and was not at all disappointed. Delicious. (See photo below)

I've been here twice now. It's not entirely easy to find, since it bills itself as being on the…read moreBarbican but it's tucked up behind what I think most people would consider "The Barbican." Just follow the signs past the Mayflower Steps and walk up the hill -- you'll find it! The fish and chips platter is massive. I'm not entirely sure how big a cod is but I think I had most of it on my plate. The chips were very good, as were the mushy peas, but there was just no hope of finishing it. I've had the Sunday roast beef as well, with all the usual accompaniments including Yorkshire Pudding. While it's not the best I've had thus far in my time in the UK (that honor belongs to The Cherub in Dartmouth) it was probably #2 on the list. Much like the fish and chips, it was more food than I could come close to eating in one sitting, but really excellent quality. The gravy was very flavorful and worked well with all the veggies on the plate. It's surprising but nice to have table service in an old pub like the Fisherman's Arms and the place has a nice relaxed atmosphere. I think this is a little more expensive than your average Sunday pub roast, but with the service I think it was worth it.

A ovely local pub with a traditional feel to it. Right on the coastal river, so you can watch…read morelittle boats whilst you're eating, or let the kids play on the tiny, pebbly beach.

From the owner: A proper Devonshire pub, the Olde Plough serves top-notch home cooked fresh food. Set in the…read morestunning Tamar Valley village of Bere Ferrers, on the banks of the River Tavy, The Olde Plough Inn dates back to the 16th Century. Once a humble collection of three silver miners' cottages, it became a pub in 1857 and is now cosy and full of character, with a wood-burning stove, exposed stonework walls, beamed ceilings and flagstone flooring, our beer garden overlooks the river & the views are extraordinary! We're really passionate about using locally sourced ingredients; all our food is freshly home-cooked using seasonal local produce: our popular daily menus of fresh local produce comes with impeccable local credentials (locals speak of our seafood-based mains in hushed tones of reverence) & are served by our very friendly & most welcoming team of staff. We specialise in providing an excellent local pint: a good range of beers & specially selected real ales, all the ales and ciders are sourced from local brewers, alongside a happy mix of customers and warmly welcoming licensees. Renowned for our live music offering & the convivial chatter, the musicians & Bands in the area often perform an intimate gig of an evening. Check out our Facebook page for information on upcoming performances and Open Mic nights.