Pubs and Eateries

The Maltsters Arms is an atmospheric, riverside pub, restaurant and bed & breakfast nestling in the picturesque Dart Valley. Steeped in history, this 18th Century Inn is located in the hamlet of Tuckenhay, which was once a hive of industrial activity.

Situated in the delightful conservation village of Ashprington, three miles South of the market town of Totnes, The Durant Arms, established in 1725, is a country inn and a family run free-house with three en-suite guest bedrooms.

The Waterman’s Arms restaurant and bar overlook the river at Bow Bridge, Ashprington, Totnes Devon. The location is perfect for a quite drink, a light lunch or a candle lit evening meal.  STOP PRESS NEW CHEF – MARCH 2024

The Anchorstone Café is one of the South Hams’ few true river-side cafés, situated on the bank of the River Dart in the beautiful village of Dittisham. Why not visit by boat?

The Ferry Boat Inn (known locally as The FBI) is a traditional community pub located right on the shore of the River Dart in Dittisham.

Taguchi-Ya is a family kitchen, a place to treat like your own home; relaxed, informal and comfortable. We offer simple and delicious home cooking made with care and commitment. All the food is cooked to order by two humble women; Yoshimi Taguchi and Keiko Storey.

As well as our weekly set menu, we hold a Ramen Night every 2-3 months.

Delphini’s Gelato is an independent gelateria on Totnes High Street, serving gelato and sorbetto, both dairy based and vegan, made daily on site from the finest and freshest ingredients.

A cosy relaxed fine dining experience in the heart of Totnes. The Gather kitchen showcases dishes using locally sourced and wild foraged ingredients from the fields, shoreline, rivers and hedgerows.

The Watson family has farmed the 350 hectare Riverford Farm for over 60 years, more than thirty of which have been spent working to bring back the taste and quality of fresh, traditional food.

The Curator Café and Store is a unique partnership born out of two passions; for great coffee and vintage style.

Nestled at the top of the Totnes high street & overlooking Rotherfold square, The Bull Inn is an organic and ethical pub. Open seven days a week from 8am until late, we serve supplier-led, seasonal breakfasts, lunch and dinner.

Established over 20 years ago, Kendricks is a fun, relaxed and vibrant restaurant serving amazing Steaks, Burgers, Ribs, Seafood and much more.

Open 7 days a week from 6pm till Finish.

We are a quaint, old fashioned pub set alongside the beautiful river Dart, in the port town of Dartmouth, just a five minute walk from the town centre. Enjoy the warm atmosphere in our traditional bar and cosy restaurant, or sit out front and watch the boats in the Marina and the Higher Ferry transporting the cars to Kingswear. We pride ourselves on using the best quality and freshest ingredients for all of the food we use in our kitchen.

The Cott Inn near Totnes is one of the oldest and best thatched inns in Britain, featuring 5 boutique rooms and fine dining. They’ve been welcoming guests since 1320AD.

Our cosy new indoor space is the perfect spot to relax and unwind, with comfortable seating and a warm atmosphere. Come down and take your pick from our mouth-watering new menu while taking in the breathtakingly beautiful views that only Blackpool Sands can provide!

Order from the Takeaway counter and enjoy the salty sea air on the prom or head indoors to our newly designed indoor seating area.

We offer a fully cooked breakfast using local bacon and sausages, free range eggs, mushrooms and vine tomatoes, waffles and breakfast baps.

Anzac Street Bistro is open every evening from 18h to 22h Tuesday – Saturday. Please book ahead of time as they are rarely able to accept walk-ins. Their largely locally sourced menu, caters for vegan/vegetarian and meat eaters alike! With a varied choice of starters, mains and desserts alongside an extensive wine list that caters for all budgets. Anzac Street Bistro offer good quality, great flavours and a warm atmosphere.

The first of the Rockfish restaurants, opening in 2010, Dartmouth overlooks the spectacular river Dart. The river is full of ever changing activity, from fishing & sailing boats to super yachts, there is something new and interesting everyday throughout the year.

Modern European Cuisine in the heart of Dartmouth. Head Chef Luca Berardino brings you a modern take on classic dishes from Europe and beyond. Open for Breakfast lunch and dinner every day.

The Sail Loft is Dartmouth’s stylish new bar and venue full of character and charm, located in a beautiful historical building which has been lovingly restored this year. The Sail Loft is simply a great place to meet with friends & family for drink, a bite to eat and a catch up! Sit back and relax in our west facing courtyard and soak up the afternoon sun, or come inside & chill in this stylish contemporary space. The Sail Loft is an evolving and ever-changing business offering an exciting mix of private functions, guest chefs, workshops and events so be sure to look at their website for details but do check opening hours.

A truly classic bistro restaurant and bar serving breakfast, lunch and dinner with Elly Wentworth at the helm in the kitchen. Offering outstanding estuary views in a comfortable, casual environment with a classic bistro interior design.

An enticing fusion of delicious fresh food and drink, vibrant atmosphere, live music and en-suite accommodation in the heart of Dartmouth, Devon.

The Old Bakery offers modern Mediterranean and Middle Eastern dishes in a sharing style. Their extensive menu includes many vegetarian, vegan and gluten free dishes.

Sandridge Barton, the home of Sharpham Wine is nestled in a picturesque valley in the South Hams, Sandridge Barton Wines may appear to be a new face on the UK wine scene, but our Devon-based vineyard and winery has been growing grapes since 2008, producing over 60 tonnes of fruit per year from our 32 acre vineyard. Set in a south-facing bowl and overlooking the River Dart, our vineyard is planted with Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Pinot Meunier, Madeleine Angevine and Bacchus.

Open daily for tours, tastings, lunch in the restaurant Circa Sandridge Barton and selling our wines from our shop. Booking online at sandridgebarton.com is strongly recommended. 10% discount for Gitcombe Guests: GITCOMBE10

Seasonal Organic Dining. Nestled in the heart of Riverford’s Devon farm, we work with the freshest, most flavoursome organic ingredients, inspired every day by the bounty from the fields around.

At Wild Artichokes, we are passionate about good food and hospitality. We set out to create unforgettable dining experiences wherever we are.

The quintessential coffee shop of Tea at Taylor’s is located in the sleepy town of Ashburton, South Devon.

Simple seafood & takeaway café just yards from the sand.

The Lobster Pod is right above the harbour at Hope Cove, nestling beneath the Cottage Hotel. The coast path passes right alongside and the beach is genuinely less than a minute away.

Hope Cove itself is about a 15-minute drive from Kingsbridge. There is a car park situated above the beach, just a few minutes walk from the Lobster Pod.

The Rugglestone Inn is a unique, un spoilt Dartmoor inn delightfully located in the picturesque village of Widecombe in the Moor.

The Cafe on the Green has been proudly serving visitors to Widecombe-in-the-Moor for almost a century. We have it on very good authority that we were the first purpose-built tearoom on Dartmoor, when the trend for cream teas took off.