The Ram's Head Inn - Dolton
The New Inn - Roborough (EX19 8SY)
The New Inn is our closest pub, just 1.2 miles, although it's a hilly walk! The pub serves good pub grub and has an olde worlde feel and a friendly atmosphere. Temporarily closed - expected to open summer 2025
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The Globe Inn - Beaford (EX19 8LR)
A friendly young couple run this traditional country pub which serves excellent ale, craft beer and locally sourced food. It's about ten minutes drive away and has deservedly won CAMRA awards on a number of occasions. Closed Mondays & Tuesdays.
Tel: 01805 603920
Fork and Feast Café - Torrington (EX38 8AA)
The best café in Torrington. Situated behind the castle walls in the main car park you can sit in the café or outside in the pretty, sheltered courtyard. Lovely menu and delicious food. Open Tuesday to Saturday.
Tel: 01805 525146
The Puffing Billy - Torrington/Tarka Trail (EX38 8JD)
Another great Torrington café situated on the Tarka Trail. Combine your visit with a walk along this easy trail alongside the river Torridge. Look out for herons, otters and kingfishers. Open every day.
Tel: 01805 623050
The Coffee Cabin - Appledore (EX39 1QS)
A great coffee shop which has won the Muddy Stilettos award three times. Oven every day and with great views over the quay at Appledore.
Tel: 01237 475843
The Boathouse - Instow (EX39 4JJ)
A lively bar, coffee house and restaurant with a fantastic terrace overlooking the estuary and Appledore. A great place for catching spectacular sunsets. Open every day.
Tel: 01271 861292
The Farmer's Arms - Woolsery (EX39 5QS)
If you want fabulous food in a lovingly refurbished pub this is the place for you. It's not cheap and about 35 minutes drive, but is ideal for a special occasion.
Tel: 01237 439328
The Ram's Head Inn - Dolton (EX19 8QS)
This attractive 17th century inn is one of the best places to eat locally with a Michelin accredited French chef. There is an extensive wine list and a pleasant garden area.
Tel 01805 804255
Belluno Italian Restaurant - Bideford (EX39 2AL)
Belluno is the best Italian restaurant in the area and serves handmade Itlaian food seven days a week. Combine your trip with a walk along the quay or a visit to the Burton Gallery.
Tel: 01237 473233
The Old Farmhouse Kitchen - Dodscott (EX38 7JY)
About 1.5 miles from Ebberley Escapes this lovely tea room is open from 11.30am-5pm Thursday through Monday in the summer months. Booking is essential.
Tel: 01805 623466
John's Deli - Instow (EX39 4HY)
A great deli/grocery/café. Stock up on freshly baked goodies, local gins and luxury edibles. The café serves a great lunch and their salted caramel brownies are the best! Open every day.
Tel: 01271 860310
The Exeter Inn - Chittlehamholt (EX37 9NS)
An attractive thatched village pub with a reputation for good food and an excellent selection of wine and fine ales. Closed Monday and Tuesday.
Tel: 01769 540281
The Royal George - Appledore (EX39 1RY)
A really excellent pub an attractive five minute walk from the quay car park. Great food and great views. Combine your visit with a mooch around Appledore's pretty streets.
Tel: 01237 424138
Moran's Thai Restaurant - Westward Ho! (EX38 1LH)
Great Thai food right on the seafront at Westward Ho! Combine your visit with a stroll on the beach and catch a wonderful sunset if you can.
Tel: 01237 472070
The Yard - Appledore (EX39 1PW)
Super place for something different. The Yard serves fusion tapas with flair. It has and eclectic interior, great food and a great host.
Tel: 01237 438751