Pub cuisine: the best places to taste it in Sidmouth
9 restaurant menus in United Kingdom, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated to December 2024)
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"Had a lovely meal here tonight would recommend to anyone..."
Katie Callard
"Fantastic pub run by a brilliant couple with very helpful staff and serving excellent food..."
Viv Preestley-fellows
"Good food at a nice price & friendly..."
Angie Pilbeam
"This pub has become the great local pub it deserves to be. With a new landlord and landlady installed, it is now the best (and possibly the cheapest..."
Colin Lovatt
"Really down to Earth pub serving beer only.
Really friendly locals and welcoming owners. Good meat draw on a Sunday.
Selection of real ales as well ..."
Mark Thomson
"Friendly, local pub with good range of ales, lager and cider. Nice atmosphere and outdoor area.Well priced and well worth a..."
Andy Richardson
"Best value pub in the entire valley, great atmosphere with a very mixed age group..."
Gary Harrison
"I had the best burger of my entire life here today! Portobello mushroom and halloumi with chips and onion rings! My parents had the pork belly and..."
Bethany Paddon
"Good basic scran. Honest home cooking and a real good old fashioned welcoming local pub. I had the chicken and it was tender and delicious. I think..."
ray critchlow
"The new landlord is doing things right!
Get in there!
Lovely staff & atmosphere.
Food coming..."
Gareth Clapp
"Nice local pub. This is a pub for drinkers! Not flash, just honest. A good place to start and finish your..."
Grant Lightbody
"Nice pub/restaurant, wonderful friendly staff, great food, i choose a vegi option of mixed vegetables with quorn and basmati rice for about £8...."
Susan Smith
"I had an exceptionally good hake with herby pesto topping, boiled new potatoes, brocolli and fine green beans. Cooked to perfection. Above normal pub..."
Alasdair Cunningham-Smith
"Good old fashioned pub, lovely home cooked food and brilliant beers and ales on tap. Staff very friendly, will definitely be..."
Mister Dighton
"Had a really good experience at the Rising Sun on Saturday night really welcoming bar staff looking after our drinks needs and absolutely fabulous..."
Soo Knapp
"Nice friendly village pub. 5 stars awarded to the fantastic barmaid Anne - worth the visit alone! Neil S.W...."
Neil Adams
"Was a bit disappointed that they didn't have my steak on a hot stone but I will order in advance next time. People very friendly food..."
Sue Davis
"Went back after 15 years everything changes but it was a good evening , drinks good and staff friendly, no food in the..."
"Excellent food. The burger I had was wonderful. My mother had the Brie wellington, perfect, with beautifully cooked, crisp and flavoursome..."
Matt Housden
"Fantastic pork ribs fell off the bone. Best I've ever tasted and great value. Highly recommend . Bbq sauce amazing and gluten free meal wouldn't have..."
Lee Mcmanus
"Just had a superb meal. I had a burger and Chris had the steak. Everything tasted amazing and the apple pie is probably the best apple pie I’ve..."
Hayley Otway
"I've eaten at The Volley quite a few times since Matt & Lindsay reopened the site, and the food has always been excellent.
Tonight we tried their new..."
Pedro Reis
"Great pub, awesome food menu very good at catering for gluten free. Staff very friendly and good..."
Andrea Gliddon
"A favourite local that has gone through an amazing refurb.The atmosphere is warm and welcoming,as for the food it's excellent!we tried the slow..."
Samantha Ashford
"What a fabulous opening for a reboot of a favourite local. A great refurbishment without spoiling, brightening the place up, sorting the doors..."
Paul Ryder
"Beautifully cooked food, with fantastic attention to the flavour combinations and seasoning. This is now our favourite eatery regardless of distance..."
Ian Bisson
"Had a lovely lunch at the Volley yesterday, sat in the beautiful relaxing garden in the sun. I asked for a meal that could help me following my..."
Mandy Patch
"Staying just up the road at Avalon, booked in and can honestly say we’ve had the best meal here that we have ever had. Seriously wish we had found..."
Amanda Robinson
"A bloody cracking valentines meal. Great food, great service. Matt and Lynsey have done an amazing..."
David Pugsley
"Lovely lunch at the volley today!! Delicious cheeseburger with maple bacon and fries :) Best I’ve had in years!!..."
Caitlin Clarke
"Great lunch today. Cumberland sausage with bubble and squeak. Home made burger. Food was excellent. Friendly staff, attentive service and an open..."
Julie Balcik
"My new favourite place in Sidmouth! Lovely atmosphere and great food. You guys have done a brilliant job. Love..."
Nicola Ackrill
"warm Intimate friendly atmosphere, great local! delicious menu, you’ve got it spot on..."
Samantha Jane Guck
"This place has changed so much recently and massively for the better. Great bar team that are knowledgeable, efficient and friendly. The menu is..."
denise florey
"We visited back in May this year and looked forward to visiting again. We were not disappointed. The menu is varied and very interesting for a pub..."
Chris Florey
"Superb food. Menu changes each week. Friendly staff. Remember to book ahead. Although away from town centre, it has a top reputation so always..."
Phil Harris
"Superb experience at the Volunteer Inn. The quality is astounding and is not your simple pub grub. A real credit to Matt, Lyndsay and the team. If..."
Caito74 Caitens
"Absolutely brilliant, lovely menu, huge portions, lovely IPA and great staff..highly recommend but you must..."
E P
"Pub up the hill, beer is well kept with a guest. Informal and..."
Peter Firth
"Well run ,tidy ,decent choice of beer and larger.
Food is also quite good ,not your bog..."
Robert Speakman
"This is the best pub in Sidmouth. Friendly welcoming staff, good quality, freshly cooked food. Small selection of local beers with the occasional..."
Tim Mitchell
"Fantastic Sunday lunch. Can recommend the..."
Keith Adamson
"Had a very nice Sunday Lunch, good sized portions and quality selection of meats plus vegetarian option. Reasonable cost and friendly and helpful..."
Ken R
"Great food ,great atmosphere..Lovely beer..."
neil jones
"Had an extensive refit recently and now the beer garden has had the same treatment. All really nice and good beer too. Didn't eat there but the menu..."
Matt Hayman
"Went to this lovely pub for a celebration meal for my brother who was down visiting from London, absolutely 1st class service and food, really good..."
Stephen Channing
"Wish this was my local and they knew my name and my drop of poison. But I am sure they will soon. Staff so attentive and meals are well prepared...."
Raul Ramirez
"We visited with a group of 7 and a baby and they were incredibly accomodating and helpful. The food was excellent and very generous portions. We..."
Lucy Metcalfe
"Really great gastro-pub food, and great service too. Especially nice to be able to sit in the garden in the sun drinking a pint and eating great..."
Mark Himsley
"A busy, pleasant atmosphere!
We didn't eat, but the Volly has an excellent reputation for quality food...."
Gareth Clapp
"I've eaten here on numerous occasions and enjoyed the live music at several folk festivals. It's a superbly run pub, serves amazing food and I can't..."
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Cheese & Bacon Two 3oz Beef Patties with Smoked Streaky Bacon Smoked Cheddar and Burger Sauce
Fish and Chips
Fish & Chips
Tacos
Curry
Two Steaks and a Bottle of Wine
A Pint and Glass of Wine
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American Express
Gift Cards Available
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Mastercard
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Visa
Free off-street parking
Wheelchair Accessible
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Buffet
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Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
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Accepts American Express
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"wow the Balfour has recently changed their menu and I have to say the food was amazing. and there were lots of new faces among the staff who were all..."
Danielle Locke
"We went for lunch here today and it's a pub that I have known all of my life! (Lol) The decor is very fresh and modern but with a homely feel and the..."
Jenny Dianne Ware
"Just had a delicious meal for two adults (vegetable lasagne) and 2 children ( tricolor penne ) all fully vegan with homemade vegan cheese and flat..."
Denise Bickley
"Food and drink was absolutely amazing. Staff were really friendly.. deffo worth a..."
Midge White
"Excellent food, excellent service, great value food, good music and a very relaxed friendly..."
Mike Wyatt
"Great food, great service, new owners & staff very friendly 👍 Will visit often as aunt lives close by and they have live music events..."
Pippa Gore
"Great friendly welcome by owner and staff. Spacious, clean and a brilliant selection of gins. Will definitely go..."
Ade Foxberry
"We stayed at the Balfour Arm for a couple of days. The owner and staff we amazing.
They made us and our two Springer dog’s extremely welcome.
The..."
Gerald chidley
"We had a family meal on Friday 4th August at the start of folk week. 4 adults and 3 children. The food was great value for money. The steak is less..."
Mel Wallace
"Staying in the area, we were struggling last minute to find a place to eat, then we saw good reviews for this place.
On arriving, I wasn't that..."
Jon Cording
"Staying at The Balfour Arms, a pub with rooms. We had a great time. Both the owners and the team made us feel very comfortable. The food was great..."
Brett Sewell
"Back after first visit in November. Food quality remains good and still very good desserts. Servings are less than the last time, so that they are..."
Momsy Fernando
"Lovely place , great atmosphere and food with lovely friendly staff nothing is too much..."
sanaz mills
"Excellent Sunday roast. Plenty of fresh veg. Dessert was fabulous. Staff were lovely...."
Victoria Baker
"Lovely food and lovely staff. Large sized garden which was perfect to let the dog roam around in. Definitely recommend..."
Adam Baker
"Brilliant Sunday roast beef dinner and excellent service. Highly..."
Mary Hewlett
"Struggled to find a place to eat as visitors to area and came across this gem. Food was super tasty- homemade steak and ale pie best I have tasted -..."
Julie Dutson
"Great folk club. I’d personally prefer a still cider but wa hat they had was..."
Simon Thomson
"Quick service, new owners' the food has seriously improved. Definitely recommend..."
brett lines
"Great food and a fantastic live music. Friendly..."
JoAnne Nash-Fuller
"Warm welcome friendly staff.Our room was beautiful with everything needed for our stay including kettle etc, hanging space and hairdrier...."
"One of our favourite venues during Folk Week. Always made welcome and we have a great music and song session. Fabulous range of ales and good honest..."
Peter de Courcy
"Quite often, pub grub is rather poor and some pubs are just too focused on the revenue generating aspects. This pub is quite special. The staff are..."
Will Hughes
"We visited during Sidmouth Folk Week. Went to the Swan for lunch. Very busy and was lucky to find a table! Food and service was very good and there..."
Barbara Gibson
"Ales are kept well kept with three on offer plus ciders. Small pub with bar area with limited seating plus a restaurant area to the right. Outdoor..."
Peter Firth
"A splendid traditional well pub with fine ales + excellent food. You will want to return time + time again! Highly..."
Robert Dady
"Had a meal here, not overly child friendly, but is in fairness a proper pub. So to be expected. They were able to accommodate us without any trouble...."
Brendan Hampshire
"Lovely pub to visit. Staff were very attentive and nice choice dishes available. Can be busy but worth..."
Paul Morris
"Sat for a meal on Friday Eve . Good atmosphere, staff were really nice . Food !!!!... proper old English pub with proper grub. Fresh and homemade ...."
Alec Mcdonald
"Best pub in town!! Great hidden gem just a walk away from the main high street. Great value beers and wines available. Extensive outside seating area..."
Daniel Grayson
"Excellent quality food. Beautiful Sunday lunch with lovely vegetables with gorgeous cauliflower cheese. Great service..."
Ruth Antuch
"very good food and service well worth a..."
stephen box
"Visited 23/6/23. Home made food which was ok, tasted nice. Good value for money, got what we paid for. What more can you ask for! Toilets clean and..."
Andrew Phillips
"Well this place is just fantastic I went here on Sunday and it was absolutely amazing I had a 8oz Sirloin steak cooked medium and it was delicious it..."
Clutch
"Great food in the garden, excellent choice of food, including plenty of food for vegetarians. Would highly recommend this place for meals, we had 4..."
Jonathan Parr
"Great pub,staff friendly, had a very nice couple of pints of Youngs..."
Andy Foster
"Stopped in food good reasonably priced. Toilets clean. Good atmosphere and bar..."
Ian Thorneway
"Absolutely amazing quality food at a good price..."
R8ROY
"Just popped in for a drink whilst on holiday, lovely outside seating area. Lovely..."
"Very nice food and good service by the staff, nice location..."
Mac Kurdi
"Just visited the golden lion for the first time had a nice snack and a drink 5 star treatment highly..."
Rick Kellow
"Food was delightful. Sat in the garden for a birthday celebration and service was speedy considering there were 7 of us and 2 dogs.
Only criticism..."
Lou George
"What a fantastic find. We were fortunate to secure the last available table and we are so very glad we did. Such a lovely pub with a superb selection..."
Tony Sharkey
"Great meal at the Golden Lion. Top quality pub, with a French twist to the menu. Kids loved it too, especially the fab deserts. Great specials menu..."
Alex S
"Tipton St John is a quiet village between Ottery St Mary and Sidmouth. However, the Golden Lion is very popular and it is best to book a table..."
Ken Lloyd
"We've eaten here a few times and always been delighted. There is ample parking, a wonderful outdoor area, gteat service, and the food is delicious...."
Katie H
"A fantastic pub . Went there for dinner and will be back when next visiting the area. Our first time but certainly not our last . You will have to..."
Bill Ellis
"Everything about this place was amazing from the food to the service to the atmosphere.
The welcoming and helpful staff were happy to chat about..."
Mike Goodenough
"A hidden gem with the most wonderful comfort food, great selection of wine, very attentive service/staff and a lovely ambiance. Also a wonderful..."
Oliver Corrin
"Friendly busy quirky pub with nice ambience, pretty gardens and a cosy interior.
Our first visit was fantastic husband had escargots I.had garic..."
Looby
"Stunning meal, Moules starter followed by John Dory Main. Very fast service with friendly, helpful staff and very good real.ale o the..."
"Nice little pub in the centre of Sidmouth. Good size restaurant area, nice atmosphere. Nice fish tank inside. Has tables outside, too. You go up to..."
Rachel AC
"I really liked this pub. I wanted to try the Sunday roast. However, they had already run out. I tried other things on the menu and I was really happy..."
Noyonika Das
"Always a favourite of ours to visit whether it's for a causal lunch or a nice dinner, the staff are always friendly and welcoming!
We've never had a..."
George Stead
"Really good selection of food, there's something for everyone, pub favourites, veg/vegan, smaller appetites, sandwiches, the grill, the boat. I had..."
Jo Salter
"Very friendly staff, excellent food, relaxed atmosphere, good value food. Came in on a Saturday mid-March, had some excellent fish and chips - an..."
Virginia Green
"Had 2 lovely meals over the last couple of nights, opted for the lighter meals as the main dishes looked huge, and they were both lovely! If you are..."
Leonie Webb
"Thank you for a great meal - we would highly recommend. Service was prompt and friendly, the staff were very polite and welcoming and the food was..."
Mark Antcliff
"Extensive menus best to book ahead if poss but staff were very accomodating when we walked in off the street and Don't forget to say hello to..."
David Crees
"We had a good great early evening Sunday roast here. Indeed we couldn't find fault with anything and that's unusual especially with roast..."
The Curryholic
"Had the all day breakfast 11.5 with friend. The mushroom was particularly delicious. It was odd though the all day breakfast had to baked beans...."
"Amazing food everything I've had of the menu is so lovely and a great..."
Becky Neath
"What a Fabulous Pub and the Food was just Delicious Enjoyed The Chicken Balti will be returning again in August Fingers Crossed 10 out of 10 For..."
Heather Kathleen Long Turner
"Fantastic value for money. Best breakfast we have ever had. Made us feel very welcome. Everything freshly painted and very clean...."
Mary Riste
"Great food at a very reasonable price, friendly atmosphere and good beer..."
Caz Cardwell
"Tasty and great value food. Lovely welcoming pub and extremely well-kept..."
Tina Hemmings
"Best Black Pudding in my..."
Chiho Kawahara
"We hadn't meant to eat there but had had a mishap with my car, so we took a chance. It was really quite busy but we were made welcome and the food..."
Alison Pearce
"Popped in here twice in the last week. Once just for a drink, once to eat. On both occasions the staff were really friendly and helpful. The real ale..."
ian vitor
"We’re very fortunate to have a family run village pub. So much work done inside & outside beautiful new paint work on the whole pub. We’re local..."
Andy Beavers
"Monday night Pizza’s
A lovely welcome from the landlady a fair selection of beer/large on tap.
We went for the Monday night pizza and wasn’t..."
Chris Smith
"If you're looking for passable food, daft laughs, and an affable bar maid then look no further than the cannon. As an avid Gooner, I first visited..."
Jack Merralls
"We shared a delicious family meal here with a great selection of food. The interior was clean and cosy and a playground was included..."
Shari Lundy
"Excellent food!
Ploughman's lunch today, delicious.
This dish lunchtime only, but other food served on the evening also.
Well worth..."
Gareth Clapp
"A lovely pub I've driven passed too many times. Just had to go in today. Food..."
Adrian Roberts
"Did not have food here yet! Went for a few pints on a Sunday with my Dad and the atmosphere was so relaxing inside and also there was a table quiz..."
Robin Ryan
"Really nice place to stay if not staying long as I stayed with my partner for one night in June to see my Nan in Rose Lawn care home in Sidmouth,..."
"We'd driven past here a day before and it looked like a lovely place for Sunday lunch. Well, it didn't disappoint on the inside either. We turned up..."
Sandra Satterly
"Great friendly pub - a little bit pricey but the atmosphere, decor & garden made up for it. Would recommend & visit..."
Zoe Collis
"Really Recommend eating here ! Fantastic food at really great prices ,we ate in the bar last night and had two courses for £10 ...good portion sizes..."
Mel Bowker
"Carvery as usual here today, excellent friendly welcome, Carvery 4 meats, roast potatoes, all the trimmings, roast parsnips always look to good to..."
Elaine Laver
"Fantastic place. A British stops for motor homes. Amazing meal tonight. Second visit and won't be our last
Jo..."
Johanna Beim
"The wind was blowing making it chilly at times ,So it could have been Otter.
Otter than that the food was good,plentiful and wide choice.
Excellent..."
Pat Harding
"Lovely atmosphere, great food, and quick..."
Cherry Furmedge
"Lovely carvery. Will definitely visit again. Staff very helpful and..."
Janet Drissell
"Top marks to the new owners! Did a pub stop over in the car park last Sunday. £10 if you don’t eat there, we had a Sunday Lunch which was very..."
Ade
"We popped in here for a Sunday roast with the family and were pleased with the quality of the meal and the value. There were three different meats on..."
Graham Higgins
"Had the best Sunday lunch ever melt in the mouth rost Beef and loin of Pork ,and lovely selection of fresh vegetables. The puddings chocolate and..."
Steve Glinkowski
"We came across this little gem while trying to find somewhere to eat on the August bank holiday Sunday afternoon. No where had availability and we..."
Bec
"Phoned ahead to book a meal and stop over in our van. Person answering was very polite. Service from staff was reflected in this.lovely place, meals..."
marc treleaven
"This charming family pub is an ideal stop on your way back home from Devon. The attentive bar staff and the well-maintained ambiance, along with a..."
Lxry Ltd
"The play area is amazing for the kids but we ended up here twice as the food is so good, the staff are lovely and the place is so clean and well..."
Rachel Peel
"Reasonably priced food, area at the back of main carpark which can accommodate vans. Very quiet for a hot Tuesday night... usual rules apply, eat..."
Jeff Stevenson
"Fabulous new management. Warm welcome, dog friendly, great food. Walk along the river Otter from Budleigh Salterton. Get the bus back, stop right..."
Emma Hurrell
"Stayed there in my Motorhome and ate in the pub, also had a few drinks, the staff were fantastic, really welcoming and friendly, would definitely..."
Colin Dodds
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