The Blue Ball Exeter

Name: The Blue Ball Exeter
Address: Sandygate, Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom, EX2 7JL
Telephone: 01392 873401
Price range: £25 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7 (997)

£25 and under

British

Sandygate, Exeter, Devon EX2 7JL

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2 people

Jul 1, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

About this restaurant

Good for groups
Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem

The Blue Ball team offer a warm welcome to one and all at the Blue Ball Inn, a fine turn of the 17th Century thatched pub and restaurant with accommodation in Sandygate on the edge of Exeter Devon.

Considered to be one of the prettiest pubs in the area, the Blue Ball Inn is the ideal location should you wish to visit us for a glass of wine, a pint of traditional real ale, a tasty bar snack or an enjoyable lunch or evening meal in our delightful restaurant. Inside, you will find a relaxed ambiance full of style and comfort with its cosy interior. During the cooler months the real log-burning fire creates a lovely atmosphere whilst in warmer months you can sit outside in our beer garden which enhances this charming restaurant and pub watering hole.

Our head chef takes real pleasure in cooking culinary delights and delicacies using Devon's finest produce that always reflects the season of the year.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
British
Hours of operation
Sat 12:00 pm–8:45 pm Breakfast Mon–Sat 8:00 am–10:00 am Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–6:45 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:30 pm–8:45 pm Fri 5:00 pm–8:45 pm
Phone number
01392 873401
Website
http://blueballpub.co.uk/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
ROBERT PALMER
Catering
We can cater for functions of up to 300 and have an outside Marquee available.
Private party facilities
The Blue Ball can be hired as whole venue or we also offer private dining in our orangery which also has a wide screen tv.

Location
Sandygate, Exeter, Devon EX2 7JL
Neighborhood
Exeter
Parking details
Ample parking provided in the car park or behind the pub.
Public transit
Newcourt or Digby Sowton train station.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 997 people are saying

The Blue Ball Exeter reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

Devon
Good for business meals
Devon
Good for groups
East Devon
Best Overall
East Devon
Best Food
East Devon
Best Service
East Devon
Best Ambiance
East Devon
Best Value
East Devon
Great for brunch
East Devon
Kid-friendly
East Devon
Good for groups
East Devon
Healthy
East Devon
Neighborhood gem
East Devon
Great for fine wines
East Devon
Good for special occasions
East Devon
Vegetarian-friendly
East Devon
Lively
East Devon
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Blue Ball Exeter delights with "first class" food and "great service," offering a "lovely atmosphere" and "wonderful food" just off the motorway. Diners consistently praise the "amazing atmosphere," "friendly staff," and "excellent menu choice," making it a "perfect venue" for gatherings. Highly recommended for its delicious roasts and accommodating service.

997 Reviews

T
Tracey
Devon1 review
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
The food was first class and delivered by a great team.
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Amanda
Bath/Somerset3 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Lovely welcome, lovely staff and wonderful food! Great place to meet up, just off the motorway.
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Ali
Devon2 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 21, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Hi Our evening was lovely, the only one thing was the extra monies already added for service charge - we like to decide whether we feel a service charge is appropriate - not have it already included. Thanks
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Joan
Devon4 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 17, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Worth a visit. Very good food and good service despite being so busy.
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Mel
Devon2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing as always, cannot fault the service, food and price
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Paul
Devon2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Nice atmosphere, friendly staff, great food. Would thoroughly recommend.
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Beverley
London10 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The best Roast Dinner I have had in years! The beef was perfect & tender, the yorkshire pudding crispy & tasty, fantastic gravy & a terrific selection of veg! The Cauliflower Cheese would have been good enough as a main...
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Martin
Devon1 review
5.0
Dined on June 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
We've been coming regularly for some weeks now and usually find everything fine, but this most recent visit was not good. I was told the fish was a fillet, but it was a whole fish making it inedible for me, the potatoes were dry and the broccoli stalks were over done. I left most of the meal. I'll have to check the menu prior to booking in future, which just makes it more inconvenient.
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Ann
Devon2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and service my 2nd visit in a week and will be back . 😊
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Tessa
Devon1 review
5.0
Dined on May 31, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Staff very friendly and polite, as always Good quality food and plenty of it!
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The Blue Ball Exeter is rated 4.7 stars by 997 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 1, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Sandygate, Exeter, Devon EX2 7JL

Additional information

Neighborhood
Exeter
Hours of operation
Sat 12:00 pm–8:45 pm Breakfast Mon–Sat 8:00 am–10:00 am Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–6:45 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:30 pm–8:45 pm Fri 5:00 pm–8:45 pm
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
British
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Ample parking provided in the car park or behind the pub.
Public transit
Newcourt or Digby Sowton train station.
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
ROBERT PALMER
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://blueballpub.co.uk/
Phone number
01392 873401
Catering
We can cater for functions of up to 300 and have an outside Marquee available.
Private party facilities
The Blue Ball can be hired as whole venue or we also offer private dining in our orangery which also has a wide screen tv.

The Blue Ball Exeter

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