Boatswains Burger Bar in South Hams

This is a burger bar. There's not a lot more to say. It could be so much better but it isn't. It's just average. One could argues it doesn't pretend to be anything else, but it just strikes us as a missed opportunity. Have a meal at the Victoria opposite and spot the difference

It is a pleasant setting on top floor above the Kings Arms. We had booked as we were a table of 8 at 8pm. On arrival we were greeted by a happy waitress explaining that due to Covid/social distancing rules she was the only waitress serving the whole restaurant. We accepted this at face value but then waited over 20 mins to order drinks. On reflection I am sure there could have been a drinks server and a waitress which could social distance together and speed things along but I don't run the place or pay wages. We had one non fish eater in the group and gad checked before for a non fish item...steak. However the opening pitch was they had sold out of steak. Ultimately we agreed that they could produce some pasta in a napoliana sauce. I know going to a fish restaurant the emphasis is on fish but I feel non fish items should also be available. The "pan" dishes are interesting 3 x small fish options in a single pan means you don't have to choose between sea bass, scallops or tiger prawns.. you can have all 3. I shared the large fish platter with a friend there was plenty of fish although it wasn't particularly warm when served. There were other comments about luke warm food. Wine went down well and there is a fairly wide choice or price and style. As you will see from the attached bill we had £50 of miscellaneous food, still not sure what it was. Overall bill of £300 for 8 is reasonable but would have been better value had the restaurant participated in the govt "eat out to help" but apparently they are too busy and don't need to bother with it....thanks for the extra £80 charge. Overall this could be a very nice place but at the moment, with covid excuses, it is just OK.