I was recommended this place by a friend who had visited Torquay recently before us and it was that good he said that he went 3 times on his trip.
There is no way that I would have found this place had it not been for him as it is really off track. I hope that more people see this and give this place a try. You can also stay here so I hope that counts.
We decided to give it a go as we were looking for somewhere to have lunch and we had just finished at the Babbacombe Model Village, this place is only 20 min tops north of there. Its in a place called Maidencombe down a road called Steep Hill and yes, Steep Hill IS a Steep Hill (make sure you are in the right sort of car in getting there).
Set in a quaint little village of thatched roofed buildings this place is lovely looking, has a lovely little garden and is even located nicely next to a small walk down to a tiny private beach.
it was really quiet when we got there at 12 but we were out of season also. We ordered a couple of soft drinks from the very friendly bar staff who greeted us well on the way in. We sat in the restaurant part of the pub and decided to both have Game Pie. Nicely priced at £8 each.
What came out was an absolute joy, the chips were superb, the veg was superb, the pie was amazing and the filling was some of the best ale gravy i've ever tasted complemented by juniper berries. It was like enjoying the delights of a country hedgerow.
I highly recommend trying here when you visit this area of the country, you will not be disappointed at all. I might even look into the prospect of staying here one time so I can enjoy the pleasures of what goes on in the evening. This is what country pub dining is all about! read more