Anchor Inn in Teignbridge

We love this place so much that we booked a table for 3 consecutive nights during our recent stay at Cofton holiday cottages. We enjoyed every night, the food is great, the beer selection is good and the wine list is also good. Probably my favourite pub

Visited the Anchor Inn in Cockwood last Sunday (13th October), having pre-booked a table a few weeks ago. Firstly, having arrived half an hour early we were seated immediately and served by a young man who was excellent, both in manner and service. The Sunday roast was amazing and most definitely one of the best we have ever had and I really do mean ever! My wife had the beef, whilst I had turkey with all the trimmings, washed down by a local real ale. The Anchor Inn was very olde worlde with a great ambience, was warm, the staff were outstanding and we had a thoroughly enjoyable experience. One bit of advice and that is to get there early in order to park as the car park adjoining the Anchor is small, with parking scarce in the village. Would also recommend you book in advance. A lovely, proper pub overlooking a picturesque little harbour. 10/10

Had the roast lamb on Sunday for our 51st wedding anniversary more pricey than some but absolutely delicious and worth every penny

Delicious Sunday roast Passed by a few times and wanted to try for a meal. Glad we did this with friends. We all had the beef, which was cooked to perfection and accompanied with some tasty veg. It's a bit on the pricey side, but the quality of the dining experience shines through and worth paying a bit extra especially if it's a special occasion, a treat or where dining experience matters. Service was good as was the atmosphere. Will definitely be back for a meal when wanting our next treat. Highly recommended

We visit here whenever staying at Cofton holiday park as the food is lovely. This visit was particularly good, we both had the sweet chilli prawns starter then I had scallops and my husband had steak. Absolutely lovely food, the scallops were perfect. Cost is quite high but it’s a lovely treat and the food is awesome. We have been here many times but this was the first at the far end of the pub where the interior is very boat like and was lovely down that end

Just popped in on the off chance I had Thai mussels and my partner had Thai green curry was lush well recommended please try for your self's Lovely staff

This place is really nice place to eat the food is so good we were here just over 12 months ago and my partner had to have the same she had previous I had scallops this time around first course garlic mushrooms and toasted bread absolutely delicious the scallops were cooked to perfection and my partner had seafood gratin which was delicious the staff are very friendly and helpful and the best thing is it’s dog friendly but I would warn you to book a table as this place is very busy

I visited this pub with my partner for an evening meal and found somewhere to sit despite it being busy. The pub is clearly an old one, and in a perfect setting by the small harbour, there is a terrace outside that looks out onto the water. The pub comprises various seating areas of different sizes, including at least one snug and some space on the first floor, when we visited this area wasn't bring used but would be great for a small group. The meal we had was well cooked and presented. The portion sizes were fine. There was some delay but we didn't mind, the pub is quaint with a pleasant atmosphere which we just soaked up, the pub was also busy and food is cooked fresh. The cost of food and drinks is higher than average, often found in prime spot pubs and inns. It has a varied menu that caters to all tastes. They specialise in fish and seafood, something to bear in mind with seafood allergies. The inn is quirky in its decor with a marine theme and objects and pictures everywhere, so it's interesting to look around. Toilets are on the ground floor. They were clean but a bit of a tight squeeze , I don't know if they have one that is wheelchair accessible. The staff are efficient and polite. They have a nicely stocked bar with local ales and spirits. As befitting a pub of its age , it's reputed to be haunted.

We adore this place, food is outstanding and we are always made welcome. We had the best mussels and cider. We spent the evening eating and chatting, a lovely time. We will be back next year for our annual visit.

Excellent - we had the moule and the crab ploughman’s both were packed with fabulous quality ingredients. Service was good and the pub was packed

This is our experience at the Anchor Inn over two visits. First time, just turned up and luckily managed to get a table for two. We had whole tail scampi, King prawn Mornay, Homemade Banoffee pie and two scoops of Salcombe dairy ice cream. The second visit was on a Thursday evening and booked a table for two . As my wife had tried my Mornay last time, she ordered it this time, I had their Mussels West Country :cooked in a creamy cheddar cheese sauce and Devon cider, one of nine variations from their Mussel selection. Personally I thought their balance of flavours were spot on. Homemade Banoffee pie and Homemade sticky toffee to finish off. We had thoroughly enjoyed our meals both times and on both occasions the staff were friendly and attentive.

What a little gem. A lovely old pub quirky, charming and in a great setting. Would highly recommend a visit. Their staff are very welcoming, lucie was great but they all were. The food was excellent I had scallops. My partner had megrim sole so did my sister in-law which both said was perfectly cooked and delicious. My brother in law had the fish and sea food moray which also got the thumps up. It was so good that we booked for the following night ( tonight 28 June ) and at the end of tonight after another great meal around we booked again. Gets very busy as well like by the locals so I would recommend booking.

We stop off after see the mayflower it was wonderful the cider was wonderful we different stop of again I’d different recommend it

Beautiful pub. Friendly staff Amazing food and great atmosphere We were celebrating a 50th birthday and had a fabulous night

I cannot tell you how many times we have eaten here and how many times we eat exactly the same thing! The service is fantastic the food is delicious and the beer works. I literally do not have a single complaint.

We had fantastic food from a very interesting menu, happy helpful staff and good atmosphere particularly over the Shanty Festival weekend.

Missin' Tackle Shanty Crew wish to thank the Anchor Inn, Cockwood and all the staff for their help and support this last weekend at Cockwoods Shanty Festival. We enjoying eating meals on both the Saturday and Sunday and despite being rushed off their feet the food was excellent, service just great and the staff helpful and gave their utmost to make our stay a welcome one. Thank you!!

We were booked in for 2.30 as my daughter and I were treating my wife for Mothering Sunday. We all had a mains and a pudding. I rarely give excellent reviews but the food and atmosphere plus friendly staff deserve an Excellent review. Thoroughly enjoyed our meal plus a well kept pint of Tribute. Will definitely recommend and go again.

Lovely pub and food and amazing staff definitely coming back. Staff was brilliant couldn’t ask for better like being in a 5 star hotel. Food was amazing and a decent pint.

Lovely country pub we have been here many times before , it was a Friday night and very busy too ! Booked a table away from the bar area , service and quality of food is always a thumbs up here and we will return again soon. Thanks.

What a wonderfully cosy and warm pub on a cold night. Lovely alcove with our own little fire. Service and food was great. I love the old fashioned feel combined with modern cuisine and service. Even in the winter this pub is great and in the summer well the delightful view and seating outside is a must on a sunny day.

Local Pre-Christmas Supper with friends on 23rd December. Pub and Restaurant nicely busy. Superb 3 course meal all beautifully realised and presented. Good cellar choices to accompany the meal. Food, drink, staff and atmosphere all really good. Recommended.

Booked lunch from their Christmas menu. Fabulous food. Starter and bread basket was very nice. Tasty roast, with lashings of gravy. And delicious dessert. Friendly and attentive staff, lovely atmosphere in this very old pub. A log fire. Highly recommend.

For many years this has been a favourite usually too sample the extensive mussel menu or various other fish and meat dishes. Sadly nowadays one of us can no longer eat seafood but this didn’t stop us having a fabulous Sunday lunch at the Anchor. Even if we had not chosen the excellent Sunday roasts there were plenty of alternatives available. We went for a beef roast and a turkey roast respectively with a few extras. The portions were generous with a plentiful amount of delicious gravy. We were seated with our dog in a cosy area warm and comfortable on an otherwise damp grey day . The atmosphere was as always friendly and attentive. Both pubs in Cockwood are lovely places to be individual and untainted by the corporate curse! Long may it last. Thankyou Anchor team for a SUPER Sunday.

Very cosy pub. Food and service was excellent. Lovely roaring log fire. Will definitely be returning next time we are in the area

Returning visit pre-booked for dinner , excellent food especially the mussels recommended , excellent service throughout from the young lady on shift as always , will be back thanks :)

We had battered haddock, chips and mushy peas, both meals excellent. Great staff, but be aware of the self confessed grumpy barman.😂

After many years away from Devon we decided to go to the Anchor as my memories of going this pub with my family were always excellent. Well I have to say what a wonderful place it is. The ambience is magical and the interior is more traditional of a seaside pub than any other I've seen. Despite the fact that the place was absolutely packed, the services was prompt and thoughtful The food was fantastic, the king prawn seafood mornay was full of lovely large prawns and the sauce and contents brilliant.

Very busy pub serving a very good seafood menu. Although very busy, and felt a bit cramped, service was very good. Good thoroughly enjoyable. Would certainly suggest book in advance.

Table was booked for 8pm, told there was a wait on food, which was no problem so placed our order of two surf and turfs and two fish mornay. Then to be told no prawns left and no cheese sauce left… Steak was tiny for...

Prices quite expensive for what you actually get, however biggest issue is, the pub has a lovely undercover outdoor area with fabulous views, but they allow smoking under the canopy which is disgusting and the smell lingers which is awful when having a meal. Seems...

We are staying locally, so wanted to try this pub as the reviews are very good. I had the mixed fish dish, clams,prawns,mussels in sauce. The food was excellent, one of the best fish dishes I've had. Our friends enjoyed there food and said it...

Went there this evening and the food and service was absolutely amazing and will certainly be going back there again when in dawlish, strongly recommend anyone using this place for top quality food and service.

Delicious food, great menu choice! Absolutely beautiful meal. Road closures were in force, but the manger called us to give us the heads up which was a lovely thing to do. Beautiful seafood! Generous portions. Very glad to have visited.

Quite possibly one of the nicest places I’ve been. Food was spot on, service great. Location is beautiful especially at sunset, overlooking a small harbour.

Seafood lunch here was excellent. Fresh quality ingredients and a kitchen that knows how to prepare them resulting in delicious food. Staff were lovely and helpful.

Lovely family meal in a very cool pub. The staff were great and the food was lovely! Have the sharing seafood platter you won’t regret it!

We had a lovely family meal - it was surprisingly quiet for a Saturday evening, but the food was delicious. We had the gurnard, scallops, seafood mornay and scampi and it was very tasty and a good portion size. Staff were friendly and very efficient,...

Great location , wonderful food & excellent service. We had the seafood sharing plater and a haddock & chips . Both were delicious & the portions were very generous . Jodie was delightful & attentive and made a special family meal a really great experience...

Sea fish and scrumpy, what else! Worth a visit good food and drink local beers and food in a great location.

The Anchor Inn has a prime position in Cockwood and that perhaps means it is a little bit complacent when it comes to elements of it's service. The food was good and the waiting staff were fine. However, a member of the bar staff was...

Only called for a coffee should have walked out, rude member of bar staff, obnoxious, bad attitude if unhappy working there should look for another job! The way he spoke to me when ordering was a clue I'd simply not noted table number outside, he...

Had a lovely meal there last night, can highly recommend the seafood gratin it was heaven. My partner had the king scallops he said they were delicious too. Service excellent,

Overpriced and they even charged £3 for bread to go with my wife's meal , the meal was ok but certainly not worth the money. I used to live in Starcross and used the restaurant and pub on a regular basis and it was reasonably...

Perfect fillet steak, great atmosphere and so much history and heritage to take in. Brilliant location and super friendly staff!

Had a fabulous Sunday lunch here whilst staying locally. Service was great, staff friendly and food excellent. Between us, we had the roast beef, roast turkey and mussels - all very happy with our meals and would definitely return if in the area again.

We've visited the Anchor many times over the years, whenever we've stayed at the campsite just up the road, it's a lovely looking, traditional pub and nice to be able to walk along the lane from where we are staying. We took our daughter and...

We have been in the Anchor many times whilst staying at the campsite nearby & until last night had only stopped for a quick drink and never eaten. We had decided to book a table for my Uncles 80th Birthday and even though I was...

I found this pub whilst looking for somewhere nice to eat on the final night of our post Xmas getaway (we run a busy Cotswold pub) this looked great. I had a look at the mixed reviews and decided to give it the benefit of...

Lovely classic pub on harbour front - famous for Moules and we’re not disappointed - all food was great Great atmosphere with open fires and quirky alcoves adding to charm- walked there from Topsham ferry and felt incredibly welcome. Just perfect thank you

We were staying in the area so gave the Anchor a try and we are sol glad we did. Booked a table as we know it gets busy but it was fairly quiet as it was a Wednesday. Chose the sea Bream which was excellent...

Absolutely fantastic! Staff let me borrow tools to fix my bike and found a charger for my iPhone. Very reasonably priced and the locals all seem like good company. Highly recommend, will be returning on my next ride towards Dawlish. Pub is in a lovely...

Always excellent, great food, good service and a pub with tons of history and atmosphere. Their seafood platter for two is more than generous, and a real feast. Good choice of well kept ales as well.

Booked last minute for a late Sunday lunch after seeing their fantastic selection of mussels on the menu, did not disappoint. Lovely cosy pub, would definitely return

Dinner for four £112 Service good food not to former standard of acceptability Scampi poor plating greasy chips shell on scampi (probably cheap frozen but) frozen peas thrown on plate no fresh tartar paper on plate gives nothing to presentation Bread with mussels and first...

Fantastic venue. Really good sociable seating setup, catering well to large groups and dogs. Food was generally of a good/high standard, and service spot on. We had a delay in paying the bill ( getting the bill actually) which is why I docked one point....

Great traditional pub on the estuary. Low ceilings, lots of smaller rooms, plenty of character and history. The food was really good and while there is a focus on seafood they had plenty of other options. Excellent service, starting with booking, the food service and...

Do not be put off by the negative reviews. This place deserve great reviews. Seafood is excellent here, so fresh and full of taste. A little pricey but once you taste the food you will understand why. Such a lovely pub vibe experience. Staff really...

What a total disappointment. Having been coming here to eat for a number of years, our recent couple of visits have been a let down. I came to eat with a friend in July and we ordered the sharing seafood platter. It was swimming in...

Delicious moules and chips. Great glass of house wine. Lovely setting. Best pub we've been to in a very long time.

We met friends outside for a drink first then a meal for 8 afterwards. What a great restaurant and the food was delicous. Scallops were tender and perfectly cooked and garnished. The seafood platter was incredible and I really enjoyed The Harbour Pie. Lovely evening,...

This is one of our very favourite places to visit when we are in Devon.....we just love sitting outside here with a beer. The staff are brilliant, the food is excellent and it's just such a lovely old place. It never changes - and that's...

Need to book as so popular but definitely worth it. The staff were working flat out, but so friendly and the food was absolutely perfect

£14.95 for a plowmans, looked like it had been thrown on the plate. Tasted fine just looked a mess, no nice wooden board as you’d expect for a plowmans, all lumped onto a plate. Mussels portion tiny and equally expensive. View outside fantastic, staff very...

Anchor oozes olde world charm . The setting is just lovely opposite a small Harbour . We sat outside had a drink an enjoyed the beautiful light as the sunset across the Ex . Previously our dinner of the Hake special was really excellent ....

Fantastic food ,great atmosphere, friendly staff and the most deliciously succulent seafood platter that I’ve tucked into since being in the Far East. Plus a big shout out to Matthew assistant manager , who went above and beyond to make our evening special and many...

Enjoyed 8 family meals including the pub’s famous mussels upstairs in an air conditioned restaurant. Great service, great staff. Best to book and would recommend. Only criticism was the dearest pint of Birra Moretti ever paid anywhere in the country at £6.40!

Had a lovely evening meal at this pub. The menu is predominantly fish with muscles a speciality. The service was excellent as was the food. The pub is very popular and you are advised to book.

Salmon burger, mussels, they were really good, salmon and mackerel roulade, and whitebait. OK, it is a pub, it is pub food, but it is very much better than most pubs, but its speciality, sea food, is its crowning achievement. The mussels are superb, all...

I dont normally write reviews but this really deserved one! The seafood platter for two was amazing! The portions were huge with a great variety of shellfish. It was piping hot and everything was delicious. Staff service was excellent, we were shown straight to our...

We always come here when we visit Devon and order the sea food platter. It is delicious, comes with sides and is HUGE. It features a small lobster to share (for2), jumbo prawn, small prawns in the shell, clams, razor shells, large mussels, side of...

We were staying locally and ate twice at the Anchor. The food was fabulous - the best skate wing I’ve ever tasted - the enthusiastic waiting staff were attentive, helpful and ‘can do’. Shout out to Georgia! The pub itself is in a lovely position...

A busy place on a Friday evening, great atmosphere and little snugs to sit in. Food looked a bit pricey

We stopped here whilst out for an evening stroll along the Exe estuary. We sat outside and enjoyed the view of the small picturesque harbour opposite. Although busy we were allowed to have just a portion of chips with our drinks.

Visited last evening for a friend's birthday. 6 of us at table which was great as table felt enclosed due to lay out of restaurant which made it feel private. Food was fantastic had battered haddock and chips went for smaller choice so had room...

A fantastic Sunday lunch. From booking to paying the bill it all ran smoothly. A wonderful reception by friendly efficient staff, bar manager Matt very professional and friendly. Great table near a lovely open fire, low beams and a busy vibrant atmosphere. Orders for drinks...

The Anchor is always our place to visit whenever we want to eat out. We went last night and it was better than ever. The food (Fillet steak with scallops starter) was outstanding and the service by Nina, could not have been better. This really...

We visited the Anchor Inn at Cockwood today... we lasted in October 2021 and had a lovely meal then (I left some very positive feedback on trip advisor for that visit). Today's visit was really bad... the meal was good we had the same meal...

Sat in the pub now after a delicious, and divine, pair of starters and main meals. Scallops, garlic cheese bread, mussels Loire and haddock and chips. Just delicious. Cosy nooks to sit in and delicious food. What more do you need? Just sad I live...

Lovely little pub, really quaint and warm (with open fires and log burners). Amazing fish menu and a decent Sunday roast (with free pudding). Waitress was friendly and attentive. We will definitely be back!

Popped in for a quick drink. £5.50 for a glass of house white wine, ok price if drinkable. Really tasted awful, didn’t complain at the time, didn’t get the feeling anyone would care.

We had two excellent meals here during our stay at Cofton. The pub is only a short walk from the campsite. We enjoyed an excellent seafood meal on the Saturday evening. The fish pie was particularly special. We asked for espresso martinis and although they...

We visited again for Sunday lunch having eaten here a few weeks ago. We were glad to have booked because the food the first time around was very good. The roast beef was slightly pink and very tender. The beef on this occasion just as...

Being a local I drink here alot, usually weekends. Decided to try out the Sunday roast at last minute so gathered no availability might be the case. But still bought two large wines and after the manger rudely said fully booked with no options or...

After reviewing previous reviews, stopped off at this location on the way to our holiday AirNB house. It was so good, we stopped again on the way home. If you are not into seafood, they have a large number of other food types on the...

Visited 6th October, greeted at the door and guided through to our table. Made us and our pup feel welcome. Delicious food, went in for a light lunch and their 'For Smaller Appetites' menu did the trick!

We visited the Anchor at Cockwood, we try to visit when it is quieter as we are locals and it can get very busy as it is good.. We had a Shellfish sharing platter between two of us...and it was brilliant...like a banquet, in fact...

I have eaten here many times over the years and it used to be absolutely outstanding for seafood in particular. I visited last week and was so disappointed with the quality and choice of food. My sister had mussels and I had the fish pie....

Unbelievable Sunday lunch AGAIN!!!!!! We ate here as a family of eight on Sunday lunchtime having stupidly not previously made a booking the manager was very attentive and found us a table. We all had The traditional Sunday lunch and homemade lemon posset tart, all...

A friend and I visited The Anchor. We had the mixed shellfish platter for two. It was beyond excellent. There was one item we could not identify, and the server knew what it was immediately. No going back to the kitchen and asking the chef!There have been slightly adverse comments about the service. I found that the staff were there when we wanted them, then they cleared off and left us in peace when we did not.I was quite happy paying at the bar on leaving. Given the choice between that and having a bill waived in the face the moment the last morsel had been eaten, I know what I would prefer.A slight failing which ended happily. There was no Muscadet, so I was compelled to hold my nose and order the English white wine. From now on my dear friends over the water can keep keep their Muscadet and I will be happy to remain a little Englander in my choice of wine.Regarding social distancing, there were very tasteful plastic shields in place.

We visited the Anchor In on our holiday as we had been told it was very popular. This became evident fairly soon after we arrived because the place was crowded. After we were shown to our seats in a small snug area of the bar it seemed to take forever for our order to be taken and in fact, I had to go and find a waiter. When it did arrive the food was fine but once again I had to find my way to the bar in order to settle the bill. A good place to eat let down by poor service

We were looking for a roast dinner and we found it !! We didn’t fancy the holiday camp site stuff and wanted good food and we came across this little gem which we ate so glad we did !!!Book early they get packed !!! We had the lamb and the beef .. with extra cauliflower cheese and pigs in blankets …Not one complaint about anything !! Was proper 5* and well worth the money .Included dessert too … a choice of strawberry sundae , banoffee sundae and vanilla cheesecake …You won’t be disappointed !! Well worth the money

This is a well managed pub run by two excellent managers Scott and Matt. The managers have done everything in their powers to make the pub a COVID safe environment.The food is fresh and very well presented and the Sunday Lunches are especially good and are accompanied with a complementary desert.You can eat in or outside with a lovely view over Cockwood harbour.The waitress called Lucy that served us most of week was very good at her job and very attentive to our needs making sure that we had our food and drinks.We also have a small dog which was allowed to sit with us while we were eating which the waitresses fussed over which made you feel at ease as some pubs frown about bringing dogs in. Considering the conditions people are operating under this pub has got it right and keep up the good work. We will be back soon.Many thanks 2 plus dog. (you will know who it is)

The location of the pub (by the harbour) and the outside scenery, fools you into what you think you dinner will be. Enjoying good food, drink and a good view. Two out of Three. We were led upstairs where every inch of the walls were covered in misc. The drinks were good, the food was a little above average. However, it was dark and no windows that you good actually look out of. Such a shame.

Visited here on a Friday lunchtime, would advise to pre book as they were very busy. In a lovely location with views of the harbour and lots of seating outside. The service was average, felt like they should of checked up on how the food was. The food was very good, with a lot of gluten free options available. Would go back if we were in the area again.

A very short drive from Dawlish Warren we visited for Sunday dinner after being let down by another establishment. In the end we were lucky we had been let down as the meal was delicious. There a long wait due to 3 chefs being off isolating but this was out of their control and not an issue as we had been advised up front.

I was staying in Kenton for a wedding and popped along for an early evening meal at the Anchor. Amazing harbourfront location, so pretty, and a lively and convivial atmosphere outside in the summer weather. Inside, however, was very very dark with no atmosphere -- it seems like more of a wintertime pub, when the cramped and dark interior would become 'cosy'. Staff very friendly, but rather rushed. Service quick, and Cornish scallops were excellent, as were the chips. Side of veg was dry and uninspiring -- likely had been sitting around for a bit -- but some olive oil sorted it. I left feeling a bit bemused and probably wouldn't rush back -- if you go, try to sit outside!

I visited with my wife on our wedding anniversary with our 2 children aged 9 and 4. We were seated outside with a view over the harbour, which was very pleasant. Our food and drink were of a very high standard and we all enjoyed our meals. The only gripe I had with the food, was that the chips the children had looked like frozen chips. The seafood was excellent and beautifully fresh. The reason I haven't scored the establishment higher was because of the rowdy bunch of lads on the adjacent table. They had no awareness of families with children around them or any manners with the staff waiting on. There were 6 of them all talking over each other, which resulted in them shouting at each other. Announcing what they would do with suicide bombers, or bragging about their prison history, along with expletives is not the kind of experience expected when dining. One of the group claimed he ran a pub. I'd love to know the whereabouts of that establishment, so I can avoid it. We asked for a table inside and thankfully were accommodated. Nice place, of which I'd return for a meal, or just to fill those idiots in and see how hard they really are.

Went here for dinner, great views over the harbour, great staff, food was amazing we had the steak And sea food selection. Service was amazing cannot fault this place well worth a visit

Still great! Haven’t been for 9 years and so pleased to say the food is still excellent. Mussels were delicious, service without fault and the beer/wine exactly as it should be, back next week..!!