No matter what your culinary preference, there are plenty of pubs and restaurants to try out during your stay at Combrew. Whether you’re looking for somewhere to take the family for an evening meal, a quiet beer garden to enjoy to enjoy a sunny afternoon, or a cosy country pub, North Devon has something for everyone.
Below, we’ve listed our pick of the best restaurants and pubs in North Devon, however, if you don’t see anything that takes your fancy, please do give us a call and we’ll do our best to help you to find what you’re looking for.
62 The Bank is a popular cafe bistro in the Barnstaple’s town centre, close to the bus station. The restaurant serves a wide selection of well-cooked lunches and evening meals with something for all ages. 62 The Bank is well acclaimed locally for great Sunday lunches, so we advise booking in advance!
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Tel: 01271 324446
The award winning Fullam restaurant has been established for over a decade and is set within a 200-year-old Coaching Inn in the centre of Barnstaple. The opulent design is described as ' Chinese chic ' and also boasts a bespoke conservatory and private walled courtyard. The restaurant is proud to provide customers with the Chinese tradition of impeccable cuisine and service.
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Tel: (01271) 328882
This stylish rooftop restaurant in Barnstaple is located above Claytons Lounge Bar and offers sophisticated dining at a very reasonable price. With emphasis on fresh, local produce, all meals are expertly prepared, cooked, and served on site. The food here is guaranteed to delight your eyes as well as your taste buds!
The Glasshouse has an extensive wine list and an ever popular cocktail menu. Cocktails are prepared in front of you by the in house team of mixologists.
Proprietor, Ryan Churchward, is usually on hand to give customers a warm welcome to his highly regarded establishment. If you wish to book for a special occasion, please call or email Ryan and he will do his best to plan a night for everyone to remember!
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Tel: 01271 323311
The Gurkha in Barnstaple is a popular local restaurant that offers what has to be some of the best Nepalese and Indian cuisine in the area. The chefs have over 10 years’ experience and this is really reflected in the quality of the dishes that they prepare. With a wide variety of dishes, including both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options, The Gurkha Restaurant serves mouth-watering food that is beautifully presented.
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Tel: 01271 372975
Han Court in Fremington specialises in fine Cantonese and Peking cuisine, served in elegant restaurant surroundings. Guests are guaranteed to receive a warm welcome and feel well looked after throughout their meal.
Han Court is only half a mile away from Combrew and so is within easy walking distance. Proprietor, Danny Ho, is usually on hand to guide you through the many specialties for which his restaurant is renowned. Meals are also available to pre-order and take away.
If you’ve got a special occasion coming up, Han Court has a private function room that is available to hire for private meals. Alternatively, they can prepare the food of your choice and deliver it to your cottage in special hot servers. Whatever your requirements, call Danny Ho and he will do his very best to ensure that your evening is one to remember.
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Tel: 01271 373865
Located in a prime position on Instow Quay overlooking the beach, The Instow Arms serves a fantastic selection of food and drink throughout the day. Choose to sit outside in the beer garden or decking, or inside on the ground floor bar or the first floor restaurant.
The Instow Arms specialises in fresh local produce, with meals made fresh to order. There is an extensive menu and wine list, with ever changing daily specials including locally caught fresh fish.
A taxi can be arranged to take you the short journey to and from the restaurant. Open daily for breakfast, lunch, and evening meals. Sunday lunch here is always very popular and so booking is advised.
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Tel: 01271 860608
The Boathouse in Instow offers a relaxed dining experience, specialising in fresh local fish and a wide range of daily specials. The Boathouse is very popular with our guests, especially with those looking for somewhere special to host a party or celebration. The Boathouse is situated on Instow quay and enjoys stunning views of the river Torridge and Appledore. The pub/ restaurant is west facing and therefore the view is particularly impressive at sunset.
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Tel: 01271 861292
Just a few minutes drive from Combrew Instow Barton provides friendly hospitality in it’s unique Devon Farmhouse.
Renowned locally for their superb food, Caroline and Colin pride themselves in serving ever changing quality cuisine with a predominantly French influence, using locally sourced produce. Please be sure to book well in advance for this hugely popular small local eaterie, as being open only on Thursday, Friday & Saturday evenings availability can be limited. Check out their reviews and book soon in time for your next holiday – you surely won’t be disappointed!
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Tel: 01271 860845
Memories in Northam is an award winning and highly recommended restaurant that serves fantastic food and offers first class service. Memories restaurant is perfect for a special occasion or a romantic meal.
Husband and wife team, Brett and Naomi, always go out of their way to ensure that your visit will be a memorable one. Thanks to their fantastic food and service, the restaurant has a loyal local following and tables get booked up quickly, therefore we recommend booking well in advance.
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Tel: 01237 473419
Squires is a famous fish and chip shop in Braunton that has been widely acclaimed by celebrities including Rick Stein and former British prime minister John Major! It’s a massive hit with locals and tourists alike. Squires pride themselves on doing the classic British dish of fish and chips proud. Sit-in and takeaway options are available.
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Tel: 01271 815533
The Pelican fish and chip shop serves superb fish and chips to eat in or take away. This family run fish and chip shop has recently introduced new menus, which, alongside their ever popular fish and chips and seafood dishes, offer home cooked food with fresh local ingredients. Free parking is available outside the restaurant.
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Tel: 01271 345605
Located in the centre of Barnstaple, Alfie Brown’s is a welcome new addition to the local area. Having had a complete and very stylish renovation, the bar and restaurant make for a relaxing, laid back experience. Open from 11am until late every day, Alfie Brown’s serves morning coffee, lunches, and evening meals. The menu has something for everyone and their specials menu changes regularly. Alfie's is well worth a visit during your stay at Combrew.
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Tel: 01271 344477
Claytons, the contemporary, stylish bar located in the heart of Barnstaple, offers our discerning guests somewhere to enjoy a drink in a sophisticated and relaxed environment. Claytons has a wide selection of cocktails and serves champagne by the glass.
Enjoy a drink in Claytons before venturing upstairs to the Glass House for lunch or an evening meal. All dishes are freshly made to order using fresh local produce where possible. Live music can often be found here at the weekend and there is always a convivial, friendly atmosphere.
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Tel: 01271 323311
The Hunters Inn in Newton Tracey is a popular local pub serving real ales and well-cooked traditional pub food. Their welcoming restaurant is a great place for a special occasion and their Sunday lunch is not to be missed!
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Tel: 01271 858339
Renamed and under new management, our nearby local public house, The Fox (formerly The Fox & Hounds), is proving very popular with locals and visitors alike! Located just half a mile away, The Fox is within easy walking distance of Combrew, meaning that you don’t have to worry about driving or getting a taxi.
The Fox is the ideal place for relaxing with a drink and a bite to eat after a day spent exploring North Devon. Or, if you’d rather eat at home, why not try out one of their freshly prepared Indian takeaways? They’re delicious!
A warm welcome is assured from landlord, Guy Butler, who is a font of local knowledge and will be sure to give you some great tips to help you enjoy your holiday!
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Tel: 01271 371130
Le Bistro Du Coin in Braunton has a relaxed French style service giving you time to enjoy your food and wine while you soak up the French atmosphere and decor. There is a fine selection of wines and aperitifs for you to choose from, with something to satisfy your taste buds including some great local beers.
Friendly husband and wife team Jacques & Beatrice provide a warm welcome and as their many TripAdvisor reviews testify the food and service are both top notch!
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Tel: 01271 813 897
The Williams Arms in Braunton is a traditional 16th century thatched Free House. This welcoming pub and restaurant serves mainly English cuisine and is great value for money. Food is served all day and there is sure to be something for the whole family.
The Williams Arms is renowned for its delicious carvery which boasts a selection of local meats and an abundance of fresh seasonal vegetables. The carvery is served every Sunday lunchtime and evening – we’d highly recommend booking to secure your table.
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Tel: 01271 812360
Just a few miles away in nearby Bishops Tawton is the highly acclaimed pub and restaurant The Chichester Arms – known locally as ‘ The Chich ‘ – for a wide range of beverages including local craft beers, and a large range of superb food this is THE place to experience during your next stay at Combrew.
There are three bars so why not go along and decide for yourself which one works best for you. Many regulars like to eat in the front bar which is family and dog friendly and captures the atmosphere of a busy and popular country pub. If it’s something just a little more romantic or just a long, lazy lunch you’re after then you may prefer the quieter back bar or if you’re planning a party, ask about booking the special functions ‘den’ space.
Whatever you have in mind, landlord Nobby and his team will be delighted to ensure that you get ‘The Chich’ food and drink experience!
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Tel: 01271 343945
SQ Bar and Restaurant is located in the heart of nearby Braunton. Set in a former bank the building has been transformed with no expense spared into a contemporary and stylish bar, restaurant and roof terrace. Serving a wide range of British cuisine and variety of wines, beers and cocktails, SQ’s offers a glamourous and sophisticated backdrop to a comfortable and relaxed dining experience.
Whether for a drink or for dinner a visit to SQ’s should be firmly on the menu whilst enjoying your holiday at Combrew.
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Tel: 01271 815900
