Strongly recommend you avoid this once pleasant venue. We were sat next to a couple who spent the evening shouting and swearing at each other and when I raised the issue with the slim young waiter with glasses that was serving us, he couldn't have been less interested. This place needs to decide whether its just another tatty Devon pub or is trying to deliver a more upmarket experience. If the latter then it would do well to give the staff some training in handling undesirable guests and get a new chef - the food has definitely gone down of late and isn't worth the money they charge. Very disappointing experience.
Susan W
We went here for our work Christmas meal. Food was very disappointing and expensive for the quality we were given. 4 small mushrooms for a garlic mushroom starter and no bread. The main course was haddock on a bed of mash the haddock wasn't properly cooked and was swimming in a runny sauce. The best part of the meal was the sticky toffee pudding with ice cream. Some people had the lemoncello posset which hadn't set and was so runny you had to drink it. I would not recommend this venue and definitely will not return.
Christina B
2 course Xmas menu for £23 with only one choice for vegans. Dessert was fine but the only option for main course was not nice and definitely not worth the money. Very disappointing and I left hungry.
margaret c
Visited just for coffee with my husband..totally patronised by some young male waiter because I sat at a table which was booked out even though there was nothing on the table to say it was.. I don't appreciate being called 'love' by members of staff. Won't be going again. Bring back the buzzes.
801mitchk
Pretty rubbish. Hot Chocolate served cold. Had to request replacement. Vegetarian sausage bap, dry. No butter, no accompanying condiments, just a bap with two veggie sausages in. Butter requested, told ‘I’ll have to go to the kitchen to get it’ promptly forgot. Butter did eventually arrive, once the bap had been consumed. ‘Sorry, it was thawing in the kitchen’. Pot of tea, had to go to the bar (again) to request sugar, offered Demerara (!!!) Staff busying themselves but not remotely attentive. It wasn’t even busy!!! Shabby.
Stephen H
Nicely situated by the creek and river. There is a very large patio area with excellent views of the waterside. Inside was neat and tidy with nice decor features throughout. Welcome was extremely friendly and quickly took us to our seats and offered menus followed by an immediate delivery of water. A number of typical starters as well as a few nibbles. Excellent hummus & crackers as well as lovely olives and peppers. An OK choice of red, white and rose wines. We opted for mains after our nibbles. Immaculately cooked rump steak & fries as well as a really nice beef and mushroom pie. Service throughout was very friendly and efficient with a nice touch of humour.
pelato-rs
Absolutely shocking. We arrived a bought a round of drinks for the 4 of us. Shortly after we ordered food, to the value of £107. 4 of their waterside burgers and 2 starters 5 minutes after ordering a member of staff came out to tell us that they’d run out of burgers! We asked for a full refund, drinks included, which was given after having to have a ‘polite’ word as they weren’t entirely happy to refund the drinks also!! Crazy Absolutely unbelievable considering such a limited menu in the first place Best avoided. Walk a short while up the road to the Steam Packet
tomheavybeats
Woefully bad pizza, honestly it’s like they popped to Morrisons down the road and put one of their basic pizzas in the oven with some added toppings. £16.95 too for a large pizza! Daughters kids Marguerita was like cardboard Really needs to do a lot better at that price. Burger was good but avoid the pizzas! Try Pizzalogica or pretty much any other pizza place in the area for much more authentic pizza
658luciem
Are here one evening, lovely sitting outside on terrace by river except for the usual smokers when trying to eat! The food was delicious couldn’t fault a thing. Staff were really friendly. If ever back in area will definitely return
RETemple
Disappointed. My colleagues found the meal average but mine was very disappointing. This was a special occasion for me and I felt let down by the food. I had chicken ham and leek pie. The pastry was soggy, the potatoes tasted reheated and the other veg were just frozen peas. As I've home cooked from scratch for 59 years I could certainly have done a lot better and wouldn't serve that meal to my guests. Finally, although the restaurant hours were open till 10pm, at 9.30 we were asked to leave as they wanted to close. I won't be visiting again.
Popped in on Friday evening, perfect quiet location. Menu has some great offerings and all seemingly reasonable until you get your food delivered to your table then realise the food is an absolute bargain. My half lobster and chips was just fantastic and delivered by helpful smiley staff. Fantastic place and I couldn't recommend it more highly
leonard “Big Lion” Hudson-Monfries
Service a bit hit and miss. But awesome food. If you set in the beer garden, which, as a view of the River Dart BEWARE of the greedy Seagulls. You have been warned ⚠️
Curiosity661480
Whilst visiting Totnes we just popped in as walk-ins for lunch..The menu looked good and we both had burgers which were large and very tasty, as well as being reasonably priced. The staff were friendly, courteous and very efficient.. I'm so glad we went there for lunch
Mum_from_Kent
It’s a little disappointing to be honest. Staff avoided eye contact which was uncomfy. Calamari was awful, Pizzas were ok though. The larger one is better value for money. It’s nice to sit outside by the river but it’s nothing special
Llama15
While staying nearby on holiday, we walked past one morning & decided to come back for dinner. Service was great, nothing too much trouble. All the staff we encountered were friendly & attentive without being intrusive. We throughly enjoyed our 3 courses & found the price good value for the quality of food. Portion sizes were just right. Highly recommend the stone baked pizzas!
Strongly recommend you avoid this once pleasant venue. We were sat next to a couple who spent the evening shouting and swearing at each other and when I raised the issue with the slim young waiter with glasses that was serving us, he couldn't have been less interested. This place needs to decide whether its just another tatty Devon pub or is trying to deliver a more upmarket experience. If the latter then it would do well to give the staff some training in handling undesirable guests and get a new chef - the food has definitely gone down of late and isn't worth the money they charge. Very disappointing experience.
We went here for our work Christmas meal. Food was very disappointing and expensive for the quality we were given. 4 small mushrooms for a garlic mushroom starter and no bread. The main course was haddock on a bed of mash the haddock wasn't properly cooked and was swimming in a runny sauce. The best part of the meal was the sticky toffee pudding with ice cream. Some people had the lemoncello posset which hadn't set and was so runny you had to drink it. I would not recommend this venue and definitely will not return.
2 course Xmas menu for £23 with only one choice for vegans. Dessert was fine but the only option for main course was not nice and definitely not worth the money. Very disappointing and I left hungry.
Visited just for coffee with my husband..totally patronised by some young male waiter because I sat at a table which was booked out even though there was nothing on the table to say it was.. I don't appreciate being called 'love' by members of staff. Won't be going again. Bring back the buzzes.
Pretty rubbish. Hot Chocolate served cold. Had to request replacement. Vegetarian sausage bap, dry. No butter, no accompanying condiments, just a bap with two veggie sausages in. Butter requested, told ‘I’ll have to go to the kitchen to get it’ promptly forgot. Butter did eventually arrive, once the bap had been consumed. ‘Sorry, it was thawing in the kitchen’. Pot of tea, had to go to the bar (again) to request sugar, offered Demerara (!!!) Staff busying themselves but not remotely attentive. It wasn’t even busy!!! Shabby.
Nicely situated by the creek and river. There is a very large patio area with excellent views of the waterside. Inside was neat and tidy with nice decor features throughout. Welcome was extremely friendly and quickly took us to our seats and offered menus followed by an immediate delivery of water. A number of typical starters as well as a few nibbles. Excellent hummus & crackers as well as lovely olives and peppers. An OK choice of red, white and rose wines. We opted for mains after our nibbles. Immaculately cooked rump steak & fries as well as a really nice beef and mushroom pie. Service throughout was very friendly and efficient with a nice touch of humour.
Absolutely shocking. We arrived a bought a round of drinks for the 4 of us. Shortly after we ordered food, to the value of £107. 4 of their waterside burgers and 2 starters 5 minutes after ordering a member of staff came out to tell us that they’d run out of burgers! We asked for a full refund, drinks included, which was given after having to have a ‘polite’ word as they weren’t entirely happy to refund the drinks also!! Crazy Absolutely unbelievable considering such a limited menu in the first place Best avoided. Walk a short while up the road to the Steam Packet
Woefully bad pizza, honestly it’s like they popped to Morrisons down the road and put one of their basic pizzas in the oven with some added toppings. £16.95 too for a large pizza! Daughters kids Marguerita was like cardboard Really needs to do a lot better at that price. Burger was good but avoid the pizzas! Try Pizzalogica or pretty much any other pizza place in the area for much more authentic pizza
Are here one evening, lovely sitting outside on terrace by river except for the usual smokers when trying to eat! The food was delicious couldn’t fault a thing. Staff were really friendly. If ever back in area will definitely return
Disappointed. My colleagues found the meal average but mine was very disappointing. This was a special occasion for me and I felt let down by the food. I had chicken ham and leek pie. The pastry was soggy, the potatoes tasted reheated and the other veg were just frozen peas. As I've home cooked from scratch for 59 years I could certainly have done a lot better and wouldn't serve that meal to my guests. Finally, although the restaurant hours were open till 10pm, at 9.30 we were asked to leave as they wanted to close. I won't be visiting again.
Restaurantji Recommends
Popped in on Friday evening, perfect quiet location. Menu has some great offerings and all seemingly reasonable until you get your food delivered to your table then realise the food is an absolute bargain. My half lobster and chips was just fantastic and delivered by helpful smiley staff. Fantastic place and I couldn't recommend it more highly
Service a bit hit and miss. But awesome food. If you set in the beer garden, which, as a view of the River Dart BEWARE of the greedy Seagulls. You have been warned ⚠️
Whilst visiting Totnes we just popped in as walk-ins for lunch..The menu looked good and we both had burgers which were large and very tasty, as well as being reasonably priced. The staff were friendly, courteous and very efficient.. I'm so glad we went there for lunch
It’s a little disappointing to be honest. Staff avoided eye contact which was uncomfy. Calamari was awful, Pizzas were ok though. The larger one is better value for money. It’s nice to sit outside by the river but it’s nothing special
While staying nearby on holiday, we walked past one morning & decided to come back for dinner. Service was great, nothing too much trouble. All the staff we encountered were friendly & attentive without being intrusive. We throughly enjoyed our 3 courses & found the price good value for the quality of food. Portion sizes were just right. Highly recommend the stone baked pizzas!