Diners' Choice: Best Ambiance restaurants in Devon

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Updated April 05, 2025

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Knead Pizza

4.8

4.8 (93)

£25 and under

Pizzeria

Plymouth

About the restaurant

***** For large bookings (over 10) please email bookings@knead-pizza.co.uk****

Knead Pizza brings authentic Neapolitan-style pizza to the heart of Plymouth, housed in the stunning 15th-century Prysten House—one of the city’s oldest buildings. Our pizzas are made using traditional methods, high-quality ingredients, and cooked to perfection in a wood-fired Marana Forni oven, delivering the perfect balance of chew and char. We offer vegan options, seasonal specials, and a curated drinks menu, all served in a relaxed and welcoming space. Whether you’re dining in, grabbing a takeaway, or booking a private event, Knead Pizza is all about quality, community, and great food. Join us for an unforgettable pizza experience in one of Plymouth’s most historic settings!

Top review

Katie

Dined 1 day ago

Great food as always with quick service. Another lovely evening at Knead

The Elephant Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (2777)

£41 and over

Modern European

Torquay

About the restaurant

Welcome to The Elephant Restaurant
The Elephant is a bright, informal restaurant which is situated near the beautiful Torbay harbour. It was the first restaurant in Torquay to be awarded a Michelin star which it maintains today. We aim to source all our ingredients locally and sustainably, many from our dedicated farm in Brixham.

Run by chef proprietor, Simon Hulstone and his wife Katy. Food is cooked by a talented team of chefs and served by friendly, professional team of staff.

Due to the style of cooking we cannot produce dairy free menus & therefore cannot provide vegan options.

A deposit is required to make reservations on special days of the year, on our special events, or for tables of 6 or more. This is paid over the phone by calling 01803 200044.

Children's menu is only available at lunch for ages 10 and under.

Tasting menu only available in the evening unless requested via phone in advance.

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Derek

Dined 4 days ago

A special place for special occasions. Great service.

Harry's Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (2958)

£26 to £40

Comfort Food

Exeter

About the restaurant

Harry’s Restaurant in Exeter is set in the heart of the city and has been gratifying appetites for 26 years. Rated as one of the best restaurants in Exeter on TripAdvisor, Harry’s has established itself to become the go-to dining den on the neighbourhood food scene.

Founded in 1993 by the Pounds family, Harry’s is still independently owned and run today. The eclectic restaurant, bar and private dining room all sit within the iconic gothic style building, formerly Harry Hems’ 19th century architectural sculptors workshop.

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Tristan

Dined 4 days ago

Fantastic food and service at Harry’s! Loved it 😊

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4.8

4.8 (984)

£25 and under

Seafood

Brixham

About the restaurant

Shoals Seafood Restaurant is the brainchild of Sean and Sarah Perkes. Established in 2014, the once storage room for the open air seawater pool has been transformed into a unique fish lovers dream. The small family run restaurant and outside terrace provide beautiful coastal views across the bay and beyond.

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Gary

Dined 2 days ago

Fabulous food, fab view , we'll definitely be back again.

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Prawn & Monkfish Curry

Stage

4.9

4.9 (841)

£41 and over

Contemporary British

Exeter

About the restaurant

ALL DIETARY REQUIREMENTS REQUIRED WHEN BOOKING.
*Booking the 'Bar' means Chef's Table which is on extra high stools by the kitchen.*
PLEASE ONLY CHOOSE BAR IF THESE ARE ACCESIBLE TO YOU

Use the 'special request' box to denote all dietaries

e.g 2 x pescatarian, 1 x pregnant, 1 x GF

If unsure, please email.

Stage, an immersive tasting menu experience.

WEEKDAY LUNCH - 4 courses at 12:30pm - £30
LUNCH FLIGHT - drinks pairings - £25

WEEKEND LUNCH - 6 courses from 12:30pm - £55
LUNCH FLIGHT - drinks pairings - £45

DINNER - 6 courses from 6pm - £55
DINNER FLIGHT - drinks pairings - £45

Space is limited so please let us know if you plan to bring a dog, buggy or wheelchair. Stage does not provide high chairs.

Please note Stage's seating utilises upcycled materials and most seats are without backs or are on high stools.

Tables are required back after dinner for another party on 6pm sittings.

Top review

Edmund

Dined 6 days ago

This restaurant continues to live up to its reputation as a place where you will be delighted. It is quirky and irreverent - a real treat with a sense of humour. Kate looked after us brilliantly with a perfect balance of formality and conversation.

Le Vin Perdu

4.8

4.8 (77)

£26 to £40

French

Ashburton

About the restaurant

Le Vin Perdu is the sister restaurant to Osteria Emilia in Ashburton.

Simple french bistro, rotisserie grill and wine bar, open Thursday – Sunday for lunch and dinner.

The dining room, kitchen table and bar counter are bookable as well as being open for walk-ins.

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Chris

Dined 4 days ago

Wonderful restaurant. Outstanding meal. Great service

Emilia

4.9

4.9 (160)

£26 to £40

Italian

Ashburton

About the restaurant

Created Tom Hill and Clare Lattin of Ducksoup in Soho and Little Duck in Hackney, Emilia is their version of a small Italian Osteria (transported to the Devonshire countryside) serving seasonal, everyday Italian inspired dishes using locally grown ingredients. Tom oversees the menu and together they cook and share a love for Italian food and natural wine. The dining room is hosted by Lucy Mastroddi and Paul Seckler along with Alice Phillips.

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Stephen

Dined on Apr 20, 2025

Wonderful food and attentive service - really enjoyed the meal

Gara Rock

4.2

4.2 (600)

£41 and over

British

Salcombe

About the restaurant

The Restaurant at Gara - Relaxed, casual dining- All the greatest hits with fish specials, seafood, and our very popular Stonebaked sourdough pizzas.

From land to sea, we like to keep it local, wherever we can. Executive chef Paul Hegley delivers seasonal dishes featuring ingredients from near by producers and our own kitchen garden. A great view, fantastic service, comfortable surroundings, luxury without pretention at its best.
Four legged friends welcome, reservations advisable.
Opening Times 12-2:30pm and 6-8:30pm

To see our sample menus please pop across to our page
https://www.gararock.com/eat-drink/restaurant/

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Jennifer

Dined 1 day ago

We had a warm welcome onto the sunny terrace. The hotel has good music and a really cool vibe. The staff are attentive and professional. We both had the rhubarb mocktail which was a generous size and delicious. We both had chicken Caesar salad which was just about perfect. Crunchy lettuce medium boiled full of flavour eggs, the chicken was tender and lots of it. The service was faultless.

The Swan Inn

4.8

4.8 (21)

£25 and under

Pub

Mothecombe

About the restaurant

Welcome to The Swan Inn.

The Swan Inn, Noss Mayo is the perfect resting place after spending the day on the water or walking round the many local coastal paths.
We are a small family run pub set within the village of Noss Mayo.
We believe in serving fresh local food and drink, great service, in comfortable environment.
Come and enjoy a local cask ale and locally sourced produce, sitting in one of the most relaxing, beautiful places in Devon. We are dog and family friendly.
Being such a small, but very busy pub our storage is limited which means we always have a small menu. This does however mean that we have daily deliveries of fresh produce. Our fresh fish is delivered daily from Rex Down, Plymouth Fish Market, and our meat is supplied fresh every day by Gribbles, suppliers of the very best butchery the South Hams has to offer.
We pride ourselves on offering great alterative dishes for those with special dietary requirements, ensuring that there is always a great choice for everyone.

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Jess

Dined on Apr 10, 2025

Always fabulous food and friendly service! Every time we visit we have a great time! Thank you to Amy, James and the whole team at the Swan, Noss Mayo! 💕

Blackpool Sands Cafe and Restaurant

4.5

4.5 (50)

£25 and under

Seafood

Dartmouth

About the restaurant

Our newly refurbished restaurant is now open. Join us for relaxed beachside dining with the most stunning backdrop of Blackpool Sands. Our Head Chef Sam has created a range of fantastic dishes from beachside staples to seafood specials. Join us daily from 9am to 4pm; with breakfast served until 11.00am and lunch available until close. Teas, coffees, drinks, cakes and pastries served all day. Delicious Sunday lunch through the Winter months.
Please note that during the summer we do not take bookings and welcome walk ins only.

Top review

John

Dined on Apr 22, 2025

Really nice simple beachside food with a twist cooked and presented perfectly.

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