Black Dog Inn in Mid Devon

We had a great 4 night here = food was amazing - the room comfortable and quiet, and Dave & Alli perfect hosts . We've already booked another couple of nights for next month

From beginning to end it was a delight to stay at The Black Dog Inn. The hosts were welcoming. The room had views to die for, they were clean and warm. Bathroom was spacious and unlike many of the places we have stayed in the shower was generous. The food was well cooked and my Duck with Pineapple & Ginger sauce was a revelation the portions that would defeat most guests including us so much so that we had to have a very small breakfast.

Just had a couple of chill days here, really lovely hosts, very warm and welcoming, room very comfortable, brilliant big bathroom with walk in shower, have to say, food absolutely phenomenal with amazing choice and very reasonably priced ! Very generous portions! Alli wish I had your culinary skills Absolute value for money, would certainly recommend.

We saw this pub on trip advisor and decided to visit for our daughters birthday . We were on holiday nearby . It was so brilliant we went back again last night . The landlord was very welcoming and the food - cooked by his wife - was delicious on both occasions . We had the mushroom starter - the prawns and main courses of Thai prawn curry - the beef and fish and chips and macaroni cheese - all super . Lovely salad garnishes too . Scrummy puds to boot. Highly recommended .

We were staying nearby over christmas. We booked dinner on the first night of opening after christmas and are so glad that we did. It's a friendly tradtional pub, big open fire and very welcoming couple that own it. We were surprised at the menu- really big range, all available, and even another large and comprehensive veggie menu. Food and wine were excellent, with generous portions. Also very good value- really glad that we came and would recommend without hesitation.

Had a really lovely evening in the Black Dog Inn. We live in a next door village and this was the first time we had tried the Black Dog Inn. It was cosy, friendly, welcoming, great value and the food was delicious. We will definitely be back and would absolutely encourage others to visit. Thank you for a lovely meal.

Our second visit to the black dog inn again a very warm and friendly welcome. Lovely open fire and fantastic carvery. A lovely selection of desserts on offer.

I cannot fault this place or the people that run it. Lovely food, great atmosphere, good ale and the husband and wife team there are brilliant. I wandered down from the place I was staying nearby, to be truthful not expecting much. How wrong I was! There was even a cracking soundtrack on the jukebox laid on for me! How did they know my musical taste? I was so impressed, the next day I dragged my brother and his wife out from Cheriton Fitzpaine on the day they moved into their new home from London. Initially the wanted to stay in that village to eat, but I drove them out to Black Dog. They too were amazed by the quality of the food and the care the owners took to accommodate my sister-in-law's dietary needs. They could not have been more helpful - even producing a hand-written list of the available choices that were gluten-free. The 5 star reviews for the Black Dog Inn are thoroughly deserved.

Went for sunday carvery got a very warm and friendly welcome. The carvery was excellent with plenty of choice. Would highly recommend. Will definitely be going again.

We’ve had a super week in Devon and eaten out in some absolutely cracking pubs; love the review culture! By a narrow margin (gosh, everywhere’s so good here!) I think the BDI takes the title for best meal of the week. Lovely friendly pub, welcoming fire in the grate, very nice pint. The food here is a real touch of class, excellent quality and lovely flavours that just elevate it above much of the ‘traditional home cooked’ (but nevertheless very good) competition. It’s the sort of quality you might reasonably expect to come at a premium, but no - standard ‘Devon’ pub prices. Exceptional. Recommended.

A must visit superb food Exelent Accomdation.We work away 5 days a week and visit many places and the Black dog is right up there.Good luck to you all.

We have visited many times over 30yrs and always found it to be a excellent meal, good quality food, good portions served in a old country pub.Each year we return to the area we look forward to a meal at the Black Dog. It also does accommodation.

Great service, proper home-cooked food, open fire, great beer, what more do you want! Would definitely recommend!

Amazing food fantastic selection, most can be served in a smaller portion (the portions are very generous) Can sometimes be slow because everything is freshly cooked and it can be very busy but well worth the wait.

Visited this lovely pub twice in our short breakaway both times the landlord was helpful and very welcoming, the food was amazing and I definitely recomed the lamb. They offer a wide variety of food. The atmosphere and decor was wonderful would definitely recommend it and we will be returning when we are next in the area.

What a lovely experience to walk into a proper old English pub, food to die for and cooked perfectly, ( no microwaved rubbish) Belly of pork for me, and fish pie for the Boss, very friendly and helpful host, will certainly be returning and recommending.

Great Old fashioned pub and hospitality. Lovely relaxed owners in Dave & Ali. Fabulous food, delicious dinner and breakfast.. Room absolutely great too. I travel country wide for my job. this was without doubt the best place I have stayed. Steve Stockport

Visited this little gem of a pub after reading previous reviews and I’m so pleased we did. What a fabulous little place & the food was fantastic. Finding a place these days that serves proper home cooked food not from the microwave is hard to come by but you will definitely find it here. Big portions & very tasty, friendly landlord & landlady & a great little find. You won’t be disappointed.

Called in for a quick cold drink on a very hot day and ended up with a carvery.

Popped in for evening meal during our weekend away with teenagers. Felt very welcome. Lovely food! ( certainly plenty of it!) Enjoyable evening spent here. Thank you.

We booked the Black Dog again over night after our daughters graduation and once again it was excellent. Stayed in bar for most of evening chatting to Dave and a few locals and made to feel very welcome. Great ales and ciders. Very good nights sleep in large bed and plenty of tea, coffee etc in room. Once again the breakfast was unbelievable with everything you could wish for. Great hosts great room and great food, what more can you want. Good news is Dave is renovating another room so can return with friends

Stayed over with my sister-in-law from Australia for 3 nights whilst visiting relatives nearby. Perfect location for this, very quiet and a real break from the city hum drum. Our room was very clean and comfortable with a fantastic modern bathroom & large shower. Breakfast was a banquet of everything you might expect from a full English breakfast to smoked salmon and scrambled eggs. The little extras such as croissants and endless toast with tea and coffee were standard. Breakfast set us up for the whole day! They happily catered to our specific needs including lacto-free milk, without hesitation. We found Dave & Alli very thoughtful and considerate hosts. Would highly recommend this beautiful old pub!

On recommendation we had a meal here and what a meal.

This was a real surprise. In the middle of nowhere high on the hills in the West Country is a little gem. They only serve one beer but it is excellent. The food was superb. The refurbished room we stayed in was great. New showers,beds,etc. Friendly owners. Very highly recommended.

We too came across this pub by accident. So glad we did. Enjoyed a super Sunday carvery lunch. Nice relaxed atmosphere in glorious Devon countryside. Please do not change a thing!!!

Came across this place by accident and roared past in the car. However a voice in my ear said turn round (Thank you Lucifer) Glad I did the best roast dinner I’ve had in years and a fine pint of cask. First class friendly staff always a plus.

Nice old school pub in the heart of the country side with an amazing Sunday lunch the most tastiest gravy ever tasted since my nans friendly. Staff 👌👍

We popped out one evening for a meal just off the cuff and this little gem was discovered.

Beautiful quality food, large portions. We had carambert, blanchbate and breaded mushrooms for starters. My brother in law and I had the duck and my sister had the scampi. Home cut chips were superb. I highly recommend this resturant. Friendly family run. With camping facilities!

Great hosts; large, very comfortable room, especially the bed, with tea, coffee, hot choc, cakes, biscuits & bottled water; spacious bathroom with an excellent walk in shower (no bath); best breakfast I can remember having (fresh berries/fruit; half grapefruit; yogurts; nut mix; dried fruits; cereals; pastries; extensive choice of cooked & continental: my wife's poached egg on toast had 3 eggs); good choices and well cooked evening meal and beers. David and Alli went the extra mile, eg with complimentary bread, olives and balsamic oil before dinner, and we got to choose breakfast time. The place had a very friendly, olde worlde feel, but top notch service and amenities. I'd recommend it to anyone, except those who can't manage stairs.

Can’t fault the roast we had, all cooked perfectly! The deserts were lovely and there was a good choice. The owners were friendly the pub had loads of atmosphere! This was our second visit and not our last!

wonderful stay excellent food and a breakfast to die for,Dave and Ali were wonderful hosts nothing too much trouble.

We used to live near here and used to use it regularly for a Sunday carvery. It was the best Sunday lunch around. We have unfortunately moved back to Wales and can't find anywhere that comes close. All staff were always friendly.

Found this pub by chance. Had a wonderful meal, starters, main and dessert. Very reasonable and really tasty.Host was very friendly and welcoming. Great big hearth with open fire. Definitely worth a visit.

Stayed here last weekend after dropping our daughter off in Exeter to start her last year at uni. It was also our wedding anniversary so we were looking for somewhere special. This was certainly it, from the minute we walked through the door into the great country pub bar we were met by Dave the landlord who could not have been more accomodating. Nothing was too much trouble ( he even offered to get us a bottle of Prosceco from the nearest Tescos as his daughter was there shopping at the time ). The room was large, very clean with everything you could possibly need, large bathroom with great shower, all toiletries and towels provided. Tea and coffee tray had everything you required, including fresh milk. Booked a table in the restaurant for our evening meal and the food was delicious and plenty of choice. Great nights sleep in a large very comfortable bed. We could not believe breakfast the next morning, everything from fresh fruit to an absolutely fabulous full English. I cannot say enough good things about Dave Alli and the Black Dog but the only way is to experience it is to try it yourself

We were staying locally for a couple of weeks and we ate a few times here. The food is delicious and the owners so friendly. Make sure you book for the lush Sunday roast.....that is not to be missed!

This charming village inn serves a cracking Sunday lunch. Book ahead to secure a table and let them know any special dietary requirements. We had a vegetarian nut roast, my mother and son had the carvery roast. Generous portions. Gorgeous veg. Lovely surroundings. Really enjoyed our meal

Lovely country pub with a real friendly atmosphere. Been here 3 times now. The menu is one of those where you want everything. We have tried a range of dishes between us & nothing has disappointed, in fact it has exceeded all expectations.

I loved staying at the Black Dog when doing the Two Moors Way. The food was absolutely outstanding. I had possibly the best chips I've ever had and definitely some of the most delicious chicken korma outside of an Indian restaurant. The bed and pillow was luxuriant, as was the fancy shower in the impeccable bathroom. If you are anywhere near here, I suggest you book a room and have a meal.

Having not been to this pub for over 20 years, was not sure what to expect, but what an amazing find - fantastic welcome and although the pub was quiet (Tuesday night), still had lots of atmosphere. We had a fabulous meal and were made to feel very welcome and lovely to have positive attitude when we slightly adjusted our menu requests from what was on the menu. Great homemade chips and tremendous salad! Thank you!

As a coeliac i really struggle to find places that cater for me. I can safely say the black dog inn did not disappoint!! An extensive menu with plenty of gluten free items to choose from. CHOICE! Starters, mains and uf you have room..pudding ! something that us with coeliac disease seem to lack when it comes to eating out. The landlady/cook and the landlord are very knowledgeable regarding coeliac disease due to their daughter being diagnosed which really put me at ease as they are fully aware of cross contamination. They even advised me that their themed nights are available gluten free also.

Waited an hour before any food appeared, then it was just dried up bread and dash of balsamic diluted with malt vinegar. Meals arrived half an hour after that, Beer battered. cod was hard and dry, as if reheated, with very little cod? Cheeseburger was an untoasted bun, straight from the packet, a luke warm packet burger, with a little grated cheese, nothing else, no relish, pickles, lettuce. tomato or anything else in the bun. Game stew arrived with boiled potatoes instead of the advertised dumplings.

We only stopped here for a quick drink but ended up eating too after looking at the very good menu. The food was absolutely outstanding and the portions where very generous, I cannot believe we live so close and have not tried this lovely pub before. Great hosts and great food looking forward to coming returning.

We went for an evening meal on a horrible wet weekday evening. The landlord was very friendly you could take your dog to this pub and they are very accepting of people with disabilities. A great menu and lovely real log fire. The food was delicious. Lovely cosy pub. I would go back again.

If you are in this area and need somewhere to stay, choose the black dog inn. We stayed for 2 nights and the hosts made us most welcome. The room was large and well equipped, tea/ coffee etc biscuits, cake, chocolate all on a tray in room. Huge shower and all was very warm and comfortable. Breakfast was a large affair, with everything we wanted and more! Cereals, fruit, yoghurt and pretty much the full range of cooked breakfasts with plenty of toast and croissants.

Stopped here for dinner visiting friends while working down here. Absolutely gorgeous food, cooked fresh to order. Staff /owners all very friendly and and a wonderful roaring fire to sit next to. A lovely evening and a wonderful building.

I remembered i really enjoyed the carvery on last visit, and it was better this time around. Lovely country pub with large open fire, luckily we got to sit nearby this fire, it's cosy and very relaxing here. Family friendly and very tasty food. The cheesecake was one of the best.

My family & I wanted to eat somewhere family friendly, relaxed but had a good country pub feel. The Black Dog Inn was perfect. The carvery was absolutely delicious & the puddings were divine. A great find in the Devon countryside!

Four of us went for a Friday evening meal and the experience was superlative. The landlord and his wife are so welcoming and the ambiance great. We all had 3 courses and they were all to die for. Cannot find any faults whatsoever, everything cooked to perfection by the landlady. I had prawns with chilli dip to start, then the steak and kidney pie, followed by the most sublime chocolate nemesis (with a choc truffle and clotted cream), then a perfect coffee to finish up. I am not an easy person to please when dining out but I can honestly say that all four of us were delighted.

We went here for Sunday lunch and had the carvery which was good with generous portions. Extremely friendly staff, nice atmosphere. What a country pub should be. Lovely walks nearby.

A great little pub in a village called Black Dog Village. The staff are very friendly and children are welcomed and well catered for. Lots of toys to play with. The food is excellent and they have theme nights with foods from around the world. All dishes are well prepared and presented and authentic. Make sure that you are hungry as portion sizes are definitely generous and the prices are very affordable. If you are passing nearby then you must try it. You will return as will we.

We had the Sunday roast which is a Carvery with a choice of Two Meats plus the usual roast vegetables ,and gravy . The Publicans are really personable and helpful

Now that's what I call a pub; 18th century, thatch roof, blackened beams, huge lintels over the fireplace, wonderful atmosphere full of history and best of all, great food. My friend and I had a marvellous meal from the Sunday carvery with generous servings which left both of us utterly pigged out. I wouldn't hesitate to go back there again. Recommended.

We love returning here when we visit, but it had been awhile since our last trip. Dave and Alison were their usual charming, warm and welcoming selves. The food I have to say was FABULOUS, in taste and in presentation....to tiny details of rose shaped tomato.

Stayed here 23rd of October for two nights, fantastic room and superb shower. The olde worlde feel to the pub is beautifully balanced by the mod cons and little details in the room, tea, coffee, cake and biscuits are to be found along with a balanced decor and warmth.

Had a birthday meal here last night for my mother's 85th. I had been told the food was good - well I wasn't disappointed. Lovely warm welcome, great atmosphere. The menu was varied and the food was absolutely fantastic! Can't rate it enough. Thank you.

This is a lovely country b&b; in the middle of what feels wilderness for us town girls . So on arrival greeted by a lovely man . Only a short stay as attending a wedding . Room is beautiful and clean lovely shower nearly room for a rugby team in . Breakfast all cooked to order with a good selection of cereals and juices . All in order can not complain .. nice to hear the chef singing away to the music in the kitchen however don’t give up your day job

Not the best first impression, it has a small car park and the back of the pub looks untidy but don't be fooled- this is a great place.

I had the pleasure of staying here this week and I can't recommend it highly enough.A warm welcome from Dave on arrival, my room was spacious, spotlessly clean, massive comfortable bed and lovely bathroom.Both the evening meal and the breakfast were delicious, freshly cooked wholesome food - far too much for one person but too good to leave!If you're staying the area, you won't be disappointed.Thanks Dave and Alison for a great stay, I hope to come back soon.Dave

Very nice pub, friendly and welcoming landlords, excellent room, excellent range of evening meals and a superb breakfast

Great evening with exceptional friendly service, menu and food. Special dietary requirements are well catered for too.

Well first of all let me say if this place looks not very busy or seems a little on the quiet side PLEASE dnt be put off, just go in and believe me you will not be disappointed by anything at all. We have been staying in Shepard's Joy Hut near Black Dog, an decided to eat here with friends we met whilst on holiday and Wow what a meal, an very polite and friendly Landlord and lady....Nothing was too much trouble, varied menu also complimentary bread whilst we waited to eat. All our food was hot, tasty and plenty off it. We did go for deserts after , but to be honest meals were more than enough. Not expensive either.Please support this pub as it's a bit out the way but not to be missed, will definitely return if we stay this way again .....P.S sorry if we kept you up Landlord and Landlady ...

We visited the Black Dog two night in a row (trust me its that good) we were looking for food that was well cooked, and had more than a slice of carrot sitting by a hunk of meat, we were not disappointed. In a warm and friendly setting with clean tables and a friendly smile we were offered decent food at a very decent price. The Lamb Rump and Shanks came with a bowl of varied vegetables, all beautifully cooked as was the meat, The mash potato it was sat on was to die for and so was the gravy.We eat what can only be described as traditional British food both days but other options were available, and by the sounds coming from the table in the next room they were as lovely as ours. The staff could not have been friendlier or more helpful changing things around when I said I could not have alcohol in my food.

I'm a little reluctant to share my thoughts with anyone else as I would love to keep this place a secret ! With just one huge room (at the time of review) with a huge bathroom and shower to match this is an absolute bargain ! Great food and a great pint or two served up with the warm and welcoming hospitality of the owners . If your looking for a village pub in a quite location then the black dog is worth a visit. You will need a heathy appetite for breakfast , you won't be leaving hungry !

The landlord was so lovely he actually offered to run us back to our hotel if we wanted to go before 9.30, as a taxi would have cost a fortune a sit had to come from Cullompton.the food was extremely good and the wine delicious.

We stayed down the road from this pub and it was recommended to us. We ate here one evening and both had fish dishes which were lovely. I had the fish pie and it was huge! I could easily have shared it. Nice barman (owner I think). We really enjoyed the meal so decided to return on the Sunday for the carvery. One of the best carvery's I have had. We went for the pre-plated option and it was just the right amount. Choice of 4 meats. Everything was done lovely, we really enjoyed it! Puddings sounded good but we couldn't fit one in! It's a fairly small pub and popular with locals so it's a good idea to book. Especially on a Sunday. They were fully booked.

Popped in late Friday night for dinner with my wife after a long drive down. Recommended in our guide at Shepherds joy nearby so gave it a go.Greeted warmly but a very nice landlord who made us feel very welcome as obvious outsiders!Great food, steak was cooked perfectly and a huge portion of food. Not something I normally have a problem with.Great food and will visit again when in the area.Thank you

Just arrived home from a couple of nights at the Black Dog Inn.We thoroughly enjoyed our two nights in a fantastic large double room with great en-suite facilities. We were welcomed with excellent hospitality and a relaxed atmosphere. The breakfast was very good and plentiful ( no need to eat again until dinner ). We had dinner both nights in the pub and found the menu varied and catered for all. Both meals were of excellent quality. The locals were all very friendly.Thank you Dave & Alison for looking after us, we look forward to our next visit in the future.

My husband, nine year old son and myself try to visit the Black Dog every time we visit Devon to stay in our caravan. The food is consistently excellent, reasonably priced and the owners are always friendly and attentive. It's a little off the beaten track but well worth making the effort to visit.

Superb food as always,fab staff,friendly relaxed atmosphere,lots of fun and games for all ages!!.a very happy Christmas Day was had by all the family.

Just had a lunch at the black dog inn, fabulous meal at an astounding price. Five roast lunches, five drinks, all for under £55. The quality of the food was superb, the quantity more adequate, in fact I wanted a dessert but just could not find the room.

We stopped off here for an early evening meal on the way back to our holiday cottage in Morchard Bishop after a day of travelling around the area and we were pleased we did.We were greeted by the landlord (Dave?) and made to feel very welcome from the moment we arrived. The food was lovely and portion sizes just right. Check out the chicken korma! Thanks again for everything and for allowing us to 'pinch' some of your electricity to charge our phones!

Sometimes villages pubs are a bit hit and miss, well the black dog is a hit, friendly and helpful manager with good food (good portions) at a reasonable price.We've booked to go back again for one of their 'specialty nights', Curry night 1st April, we can even take the baby as they have high chairs.The Black dog is a good find in my book.

We went there on Easter Sunday. The beef was sublime and massive portionsWe're going to the Indian buffet this week, hopefully it will be just as good

spent the evening at The Black Dog ...The food was the best we have eaten out in months..tasted lovely.. perfectly presented.....will b going back ..owners very pleasant...tokk time out to talk to us,,,,not busy but still a good atmosphere ...

Been here a few years before and had to come back to show friends who hadn't been. Unbelievable great value for money, food and atmosphere is great, lovely owners. Will go back for another visit,!

Not been here for a while but glad came here today for there amazing carvery. A lovely warm welcome by Dave (owner) got out drinks and shown our seats. Choice of beef,pork turkey and gammon lovely home made Yorkshire puddings 6 veg which was cooked to perfection. Good quality food at reasonable prices. Certainly be going back again soon.

pleasant country pub, attractive interior and welcoming 'mine host' good pub food and a wonderful weekend carvery.

We had been promised dinner at our relations house so in the meantime we were allowed to "watch and sniff" the delicious meal offered by the carvery on a Sunday.which was tucked into by Hayley and Darren. Armed only with our drinks we ventured into the serving area to be amazed with the huge choices of four meats, vegetables and proper gravy.We enviously looked on as they tucked into plates piled high with a vast array of different meats and veg. There is no limit on how many returns to the carvery you wish but believe me one plate is more than enough for even the hugest appetite. Unfortunately our holiday was not long enough to be able to return for the carvery but we did return for a celebratory dinner on Tuesday evening with 11 of our family. This also was a huge success. I would recommend the Black Dog Inn especially the Sunday carvery but advance booking is essential such is its popularity.

Took my parents there for the Sunday Carvery and found the food excellent. Super choice, Four beautifully cooked joints and not even I could eat seconds. Great value for money. Impressed.

Black Dog Inn is a very cosy and friendly pub to have Sunday lunch in, we are regulars, the carvery is beautiful, my husband is a big eater and we are always satisfied with the amount and quality of food. Dave and Alli are very friendly and can't do enough for their customers.

As a birthday treat we decided to go to one of the theme nights that Dave and Alli at Black Dog Inn put on every month and for September it was Indian night. What a treat, it was a buffet style with choices of rice - plain or Pilau, Spice Potato, or "Indian" chips and then starters of bhaji, pakora etc. Main courses were Beef Madras, Chicken Korma, lamb curry, fish curry, vegetable curry, chicken pakora. We come from Birmingham so know what a good Indian meal should taste like and this hit the spot on all counts. I can really recommend this if you are looking for something a bit different, we loved it and especially as a treat.

my partner and i popped in here for tea as we were staying nearby. when we stepped in, the first thing we noticed is all the china teacups hanging from the roof which looked really cute. we were greeted by the owner who was friendly and when we asked for a drink we were told we didnt have to pay straight away. we were given a menu and we decided to sit away from the main bar area and in the dining room instead. the menu was reasonably priced and the specials looked great. once we had chosen our food, the thing i next noticed was the amount of flies buzzing around us. im sure this couldnt be helped but it was a little frustrating having to bat them away every few seconds. the food came really quickly and everything looked well presented and tasted great, very filling. we were offered more drinks which we gladly took as the cider i was served was delicious! when we had finished food, we paid and sat in the bar area to finish our drinks. i noticed there was no flies round this area so i wished we had sat there and eaten....we did also spot the numerous orchids on the window sills which looked beautiful!

We took friends to the Black Dog this week and they loved it. We had been for a carvery before but this was the first time in the evening. Couldn't fault a thing. Cosy and friendly and amazing food. The meat melts in the mouth and is served with lovely fresh vegetables and a choice of potatoes. The starters and puddings are mouthwatering too. Wonderful experience and our friends said they will be going back there definitely.

First visit to the black dog very impressed, service was great food was excellent,and plentiful, nice relaxed atmosphere with very little waiting time.Highly recommended

We decided to visit after reading the reviews and we were not disappointed. Really enjoyed the carvery. Much better than your average sunday lunch. Friendly service, made to feel welcome and felt comfortable, lovely country pub. More character than your modern chain pub. Choice of beef, pork, turkey & gammon today. Can have a bit of each and then still return for more.The food tasted wonderful. I second the previous review about the stuffing, lovely.Can't believe its taken us so long to visit as only a 15mins drive away.Will be back in a couple weeks for more.

We've eaten here quite a few times and have never been disappointed . Friendly polite staff. Proper home cooked food. The home made stuffing is lovely !Parking can be a problem, as it does get busy. So best to get there early.

If you enjoy a really excellent Sunday Roast this pub is a must. They serve the best Sunday lunch and if you are still hungry you can go up for more.A really good choice between 3 meats and as much as you want.If we go out for lunch on a Sunday this is our first choice. Thank you.

So where do I begin, A friend of mine told me about this place and how impressed they was with the value for money and portion size on the food they revived. (2 for 1 main course) so I took it upon myself and dragged the family out for Sunday dinner. I phoned the pub and booked a table for 3 for the Sunday carvery, When arriving in this beautiful rural area, the pub presents itself stunning with lovely thatched roof and ample parking. when entering the black dog we walked to the bar area, and spoke to owner called Dave. he was very friendly and showed us to our table. The table was presented lovely with folded napkins and nice table covers, clean glasses and clean cutlery. there was many drink choices from real ales, to cider,wine's and soft drinks, I sadly as dedicated driver couldn't try them all but next time my wife will be driving and it wont be an early night.we made our way to the carvery buffet area and was greeted by a lovely friendly lady who was carving the meat, and well there was so much choice of meat and fresh veg I could of had a piece of everything, and I did as I helped my son finish his plate, after all don't all dads do that. there was a table to the left that had lots of condiments and could help yourself. The meal itself was lovely the meats and veg was cooked to perfection I simply cant express enough how much I enjoyed it, Alli you and an amazing chef. After finishing our mountain carvery's the friendly waitress took our plates away. we then somehow squeezed a desert in. me and the wife had warm chocolate fudge cake and my son had ice cream. Men I recommend this your wife/partner/son or daughter wont eat it all and you'll get seconds.:) My wife noticed all the orchids plants dotted around the pub, now my house is full of them but I think she needs some tips as there not as nice as yours. so will we be returning YES. why because we felt very welcomed and family friendly. we didn't feel rushed and our boy is the worlds slowest eater, The food was lovely 10/10 All staff was friendly and would go out there way to help. so thank you and keep up the good work.

We stayed 1 night and after visiting chester and York and on the road to plymouth , it was delightful . The setting is fantastic and very peaceful with a wonderful view . Yes the room isn't of show house standard but it's charming and individual perfectly clean with a wonderful bed !!! The shower is brilliant . We drank in the pub and had some wonderful food the duck and beef were amazing . And the breakfast was fantastic ALi. Altogether I wished we could have stayed longer and I would have loved to call it my local !!!!

Great Pub Great Food Great Room Dave &Ali superb hosts had a fantastic weekend.Awesome breakfast you wont need any lunch.

My wife and I booked a room here via the Late Rooms web site and enjoyed a truly delightful 'week away' using The Black Dog Inn in the village of the same name as our base for each of our days out to local coastal and riverside attractions. The breakfasts were fulsome and very tasty and we tried everything on the menu from 'smoked salmon with scrambled eggs on toast' to 'The Full English Breakfast' during our week. Having enjoyed an excellent evening meal served at 8:30 pm just 30 minutes after our arrival on Monday 18 August we went on to enjoy another 3 excellent evening meals at the Inn and only had one evening meal elsewhere, mid week when we were still a long way away at dinner time. Everything was delightful and Dave and Allison made us feel very welcome. The locals were all friendly too and we enjoyed some very good and entertaining 'bar-side' conversations during our vacation. Needless to say our en-suite room was also very comfortable, with free Wi-Fi too, and we slept well and soundly every night in the comfortable bed after each of our days out either walking or touring around in the car. Thank you Dave and Allison, oh and Mum too - with all your lovely orchids - in every window - you are all stars.

Black Dog Crediton Review......Once 'Bitten' Twice ShyMy wife and I stayed at The Black Dog near Crediton in Devon for 1 night booked through Late Rooms at a cost of £90. We booked the room based on reviews of previous guests giving 100% in their assessments, well……it was an experience we will not repeat!First impressions, we arrived late afternoon and enter what I can only be described as a junk yard to the right of the pub and spoke to a lady who was outside and were told we could park in a field at the rear of the pub. As we approached the main door it opened and were welcomed by Dave, the landlord. The pub door and lobby entrance was shabby and in need of more than a splash of TLC, I read somewhere the pub was refurbished in 2013, I wonder what it was like before! A door to the left leads to the lounge bar/restaurant, what was a door to the right is now boarded up and their are old coats hung up in the entrance lobby. A third door leads upstairs to what I assumed was the living area and our en-suite accommodation for the night, the smell in the lobby was overpoweringly strong, my wife thought it was a cabbage like smell but my guess was air freshener and to my senses most unpleasant, each time we past through this area I had to hold my breathe!Dave showed us to our room for the night, there is only one room which is as the carefully taken photographs show but once in the room the naked eye revealed to us a different picture from the ‘self assessed 4 star’ accommodation advertised. In the bedroom nothing matched there was an eclectic mix of things from pine to Japanese. Ill fitting pine skirting and door architrave, a pine curtain pelmet, nail holes filled and still awaiting a final sanding off! No wardrobe merely an alcove to the left of the window with a rail and coat hangers. The bedding wasn’t as crisp and fresh looking as would be expected but on the plus side a nice television. The en-suite was large with a spacious modern shower but the pipework had been boxed in and left neither tiled nor painted, the tiling was overpowering, walls and flooring the same throughout. My guess is the room and en-suite was a DIY job with work still unfinished. Despite the raving food reviews we declined the invitation by Dave to join them for dinner but Dave was there in the morning to serve an average full English breakfast. The sun was shining through the windows in the bar come dining area and a collection of orchids did cheer the place up just a little but we were glad to get on the road having felt conned out of £90. A week later on our way home to Yorkshire we stayed at Old Parsonage House, Beckington, Nr Bath the accommodation there cost £95 per night I have given my review of that on this site there was no comparison as other guests verify!

We visit here on a regular basis and, even at the risk of it getting busy, I felt I have to share this gem.A real, thatched Devon Pub, interior as it has been for some years but also clean and shining, a real fire in the cooler nights and a choice of eating areas. Beer is always kept well and drinks are at reasonable prices and a wine list chosen for its taste and variety. And add to this a warm welcome and friendly staff and what more could you want?Food here is outstanding, we have had a number of meals here and not one has been anything other than spot on. Where shall I start? Sunday Carvery is a real carvery, not pre-sliced cheap meat but real joints carved in front of you and to your requirements, heaps of different veg to help yourself to, and big plates to put it all on. Never had anything that needed chewing, all tender and very tasty and cooked to perfection. And the normal menu? Don't eat here if you are wanting the run of the mill from a chain establishment. This is real food, cooked by real people who wouldn't put something in front of you that they would not eat themselves. Portions are big, vegetables are fresh and local, and the other half says the hand cut chips are the best in Devon and I cannot disagree. Try anything on the menu and you will not be disappointed.And finally, if you are fortunate to manage to book one of the "Theme Nights" you will be in for a treat. Don't expect imitation versions of the food from the locality for the theme, but expect some of the best quality. The landlady is the chef and how she manages to turn her hand to produce such quality is beyond me. As an example, I am from the Midlands so know what is a good curry and what is a bad one, and on the curry night here there was variety from India, Pakistan and Thailand and each had its distinct flavour and presentation. Highly recommended.Sorry if this sounds like a Sunday magazine write up but it really is that good here.

We were walking the Two Moors way and took the short detour to this pub in the strangely named village of Black Dog (same name as the pub!). The pub was empty at 12.30 when we arrived but the landlord was friendly and welcoming and his cheerful wife made us two rounds of delicious sandwiches. The first pints pulled tasted a little 'off' and the landlord was happy to replace them with no quibbles. This place deserves to be better supported and we wish the owners well. We will cetainly call in again.

Have eaten here on a Sunday on several occasions but this was the first time on a weekday. We had the Duck and it was superb.

We had been recommended the black dog in, with the advice that the food was excellent, so we went there for a meal this evening.firstly, when we arrived for our reservation, the gentleman behind the bar didnt welcome us. it was like he was waiting for us to speak which was a bit disconcerting.we were told we could have any table and we chose a table for two.the menu wasnt particularly impressive. our food arrived quite quickly, but was very mediocre. my husbands starter had a piece of bread with it which was slightly burnt! his mushrooms in garlic sauce had spilled over due to the little pot it was put in being too small. i had pork loin which wasnt particularly tender.all in all a disappointment. the waitress was very friendly though and the beer was very good.also they do buy one main meal get one free so very cheap meal out.

Recently visited the area to see friends, and was recommended to try The Black Dog Inn. Firstly, what a gorgeous building ! Striking sign that stands out, welcoming atmosphere as soon as you walk into the bar. Its nice to be greeted as you walk in the door, nowadays that's a rarity ! The landlord and landlady are extremely welcoming and nothing seemed to be too much trouble for them. Drinks prices were very reasonable also, that's always a bonus. Now onto the food. HUGE home cooked meals, the menu is extensive, if anything there was too much choice, (if only I lived closer, id visit daily until I had tried the lot!) but what myself and my two friends had was gorgeous. I had the chicken curry, huge chunks of chicken, in a delicious rich creamy sauce, packed full of flavour. One friend had the gammon steak, and my gosh it was huge, with homemade chips, and she had the choice of pineapple, egg or both ! My other friend had the belly pork special. She said it was absolutely delicious, and again full of flavour. Unfortunately we couldn't fit anything else in, but we did view the dessert menu. Again, a huge variety of choice, most of which were homemade (I have no idea where the landlady, who is the chef, finds the time to create all these beautiful dishes !)I found out when visiting that they also have a guest room, which in future, because of the location, I shall be using! I'm also hoping to return just to try their infamous Sunday carvery, I heard some raving reviews about it when discussing the pub with friends in the area. I would HIGHLY recommend that if you are ever anywhere near this pub to ensure you visit, I know I certainly will !

Recently eat here whilst staying close by for a weekend away, was looking for somewhere to eat out for dinner and was researching country pubs in the local area. So glad we chose here.The food and service was amazing. The landlords make you feel very welcome and nothing is too much trouble. The choice of food was great, one of the most varied menus I've seen at a country pub. The portion sizes were huge! (My girlfriend has the chicken breast and it was the biggest piece of chicken we'd ever seen!) But this certainly didn't take away from the quality of the food and cooking. Delicious home-cooked traditional desserts too.It was a Monday evening and so a little quiet but the character of the pub is lovely. Would strongly recommend anyone in the area stop off for a visit.

Thought I should let other people know about this little gem of a pub. My mother lives in an adjoining village and every time my husband and I go down to see her we always end up for a meal at The Black Dog. We have been for several meals in the evening and for the best Sunday lunch we have ever had. The pub has plenty of character, the staff are really friendly, the proprietor's are great, one of them is 'the chef', my husband says the beer is first rate, but it's the food that I particularly enjoy. Sunday lunch is amazing, there is always a choice of joint, beautifully cooked and served with lots of fresh vegetables. There is also pudding and everything is served with a smile. It is great value for money. I/We would definitely recommend to others.