Best Hot Spot Restaurants in Dartmouth

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1. Bayards Cove Inn

4.7

Exceptional(1034)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• British • Dartmouth

Booked 3 times today

Join us and dine on dishes created by our chefs using locally sourced ingredients in the beautiful setting of our 14th century building.Enjoy a wide range of wines and local beers, matching our varied menu. With fresh fish and specials changing daily. Variety is very much the spice of life here at Bayard's Cove Inn!

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2. The Bistro at Browns

4.2

Awesome(82)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Bistro • Dartmouth

Fantastic three course menu features locally caught seafood, west country meats and produce accompanied by an excellent wine list. Vegetarian and Vegan options always available.

3. Shoals

4.8

Exceptional(984)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Brixham

Booked 13 times today

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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4. The Maltsters Arms

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4.5

Awesome(8)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Gastro Pub • Halwell

Booked 16 times today

THE BEST OF SOUTH DEVON RESTAURANTSHere at The Maltsters Arms we are passionate about local food. We serve the very best in fresh seasonal produce, cooked just how you like it. Our menus have something for everyone, from fish lovers to vegetarians, with an ever-changing selection of specials to reflect the best of the coast and countryside. Perfectly complemented with a great wine list and well-kept real ales and ciders

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5. Blackpool Sands Cafe and Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(50)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Dartmouth

Booked 8 times today

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.

6. The River Shack

4.7

Exceptional(985)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary British • Paignton

Booked 13 times today

At The River Shack we are not interested in fuss or formalities, we simply want to provide you with delicious food and drink in a relaxed and beautiful setting. You can dine right by the waters edge on sunny days, shelter in our waterside marquee on rainy ones, or relax by our log burner inside on the cooler days. The views in themselves are worth the trip, but wait until you try the food! Our menus are creative, seasonal, rustic and delicious. Along with the rest of our fantastic team, we look forward to meeting you down at the creek!

7. The Birdcage

4.6

Exceptional(115)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pub • Brixham

The Birdcage is a fantastic, town-centre pub in the beautiful harbourside town of Brixham, Devon.Situated on the corner of New Road, the Birdcage is opposite Brixham Theatre and sits right at the heart of the local community.Formerly known as the Bolton Hotel, the pub occupies a Grade II listed building and has been on the site since the 19th Century.We're proud to offer a menu packed with pub favourites. Our passion for giving you the best experience in a fun, friendly and welcoming environment with have you returning time and time again.

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8. Millbrook Inn, South Pool

4.5

Awesome(362)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• British • Salcombe

Booked 12 times today

Set at the end of a tranquil tidal creek on the Salcombe estuary, the Millbrook Inn is a hidden haven for those who enjoy good food, great wine and a pint of local ale.The Millbrook Inn has a long-standing reputation as one of Devon's best gastro pubs. We take great care to source the finest local ingredients from land and sea, including from our own farm, and we prepare them simply and with love.Our home - the idyllic village of South Pool – is easy to reach from Kingsbridge, Dartmouth and Totnes. When the tide is right, it’s only a short boat trip from Salcombe.Whether by our homely fire or our babbling brook, we look forward to welcoming you to the Millbrook Inn very soon.

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9. The Elephant Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(2780)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Modern European • Torquay

Booked 10 times today

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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10. Restaurant at The Imperial Hotel Torquay

3.6

Very Good(17)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • Torquay

Booked 3 times today

At the heart of the hotel is the restaurant, with breathtaking, panoramic views across Torbay and the South Devon coastline.The menu offers a delicious culinary journey with a focus on fresh local produce and flavour to create exciting, modern dishes. Join us for breakfast, dinner or afternoon tea or enjoy lighter bites for lunch in the Bar.

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G
Gary
Cambridge/Cambridgeshire •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Fabulous food, fab view , we'll definitely be back again.
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ShoalsPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Brixham
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4.8
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Marianne
Devon •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Good quality food and a beautiful place to visit both inside and outside.
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The Maltsters ArmsPrice: Expensive• Gastro Pub• Halwell
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4.5
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AndreaVIP
London •15 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Great service lovely food! The arancini and fish of the day were excellent. Good wine by the glass as well.
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Bayards Cove InnPrice: Expensive• British• Dartmouth
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4.7
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John
London •11 reviews
5.0
Dined on Apr 22, 2025
Really nice simple beachside food with a twist cooked and presented perfectly.
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Blackpool Sands Cafe and RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Dartmouth
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4.5
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Steve
Devon •1 review
5.0
Dined on Apr 1, 2025
Didn’t realise the Jazz night had a set menu. The food consisted of three sausages in a watery casserole with lukewarm warm lumpy mashed potato. So the food was not great. But the Jazz quartet (The Vintage Jazz Trio + guest) was incredible and made for a superb night out!
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The Bistro at BrownsPrice: Expensive• Bistro• Dartmouth
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4.2

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