Bridge House in Mid Devon

We had a wonderful nights stay. Comfy bed with high end bedding gave us a great nights sleep. Premises were spotlessly clean with lovely host. Breakfast was great too. Good location with a large car park opposite. Would definitely stay again.

Excellent rarebit. Delicious Sunday lunch too.

Lovely, cozy place, more of a cafe. They have wonderful brownies, scones, coffee and tea, and the pear tart was amazing. Gorgeous fireplace to sit by, and the staff are nice too.

Delightful venue in Bampton. Service excellent. Delicious food. Well priced. 😁

Called in at Sunday lunchtime, they were fully booked for lunch, but we as we only wanted coffee and cake, we were led to the lovely walled garden. We ordered our coffee/cake/scones, and were quickly served by happy/friendly staff. I could not fault anything that we had and will certainly be paying another visit when in the area.

The most wonderful place to stay. Homemade scones on arrival, beautifully appointed clean rooms, amazing breakfasts (including homemade sugar free Granola that was so good, we bought some!) and such lovely owners. We can’t wait to go back!

Lovely little café/restaurant; I'm lucky enough to live within ten miles, and, as a cyclist and also an occasional "lady who lunches" this is one of my favourite places. You're always made to feel welcome; super little garden courtyard if the weather is good, and a characterful, charming interior for the winter. The coffee is great!

It was lovely to return to Bridge House and stay for four nights this time. Caroline and Nigel have made this place something special. The rooms are beautifully furnished and the gentle ambience here, just right for a relaxing trip. The garden is stunning, a wonderful outdoor space. Good location, parking very close. I could have whiled away many more days at Bridge House. Thank you.

Delightful place for leisurely breakfast. Very attentive staff - nothing missed. Excellent breakfast, with lots of homemade treats including marmalade, chutney and granola, all of which can be purchased to takeaway.

We popped in here after going to the Heritage Centre. What a lovely place, a lovely atmosphere and friendly, welcoming staff. The menu is varied and different from the usual cafe fair but plenty to choose from. I had a small quiche, freshly made with the flakiest pastry with fresh salad and side order of wonderful rosemary salt fries, yummy. Hubby had the Devon Rarebit which was light and delicious (I had to try some) with a homemade date chutney. Followed by rhubarb abd orange cake which was just wonderful. The food is all home made and from what I could see all looked great. Good coffees and an excellent choice of soft and alcoholic drinks, the Avocet Beer was light and refreshing and the coffee excellent. Overall a great find and highly recommended.

With our cycles stored safely in the Bridge House Cycle store room we were given a lovely welcome. Great food and the coffee was amazing. Good place for a cycling stop - would recommend.

As with many great places we found this by accident. A cosy place with really nice staff and reasonably priced food. Say no more.

Been to Bridge House four times in total now. It all started with coffee and cake ! We then had a light lunch of soup and cake. Our next visit was for a lunch consisting of the flan, salad and potatoes and lastly, to get the full set, we had breakfast. I had the porridge followed by the Devonshire rarebit and my husband had the veggie bap. The food is truly lovely. So well cooked and imaginative. We may be vegetarians, but there is always something to tempt the tastebuds. Just can’t fault the surroundings or the lovely staff. All too good to be true .

Lovely staff, bubbly and friendly nothing is to much for them. Offering amazing tea cakes and scones . Lovely atmosphere very welcoming, very clean well done all

This is one of the loveliest places that I have stayed. Great ambience, beautiful room with such a comfortable bed and soft cotton bedding. Caroline was the perfect host. I really was very sorry when my relaxing stay came to an end.

We had two lovely visits here, once for a savoury afternoon tea (which was delicious) and an afternoon tipple and once for breakfast, and both were fantastic. The menu is more than your standard cafe and all the food we had was really tasty and well priced. The decor was really stylish but comfortable. The staff were so friendly and made us feel really at home. Cannot recommend this beautiful place enough.

We stayed here for a couple of nights on our way down to Cornwall to see friends. The B&B is great, and the owners really friendly and welcoming. The room was a good size with a shower and a view over the garden at the back. Breakfast was substantial and really well cooked using good, local ingredients. Bridge House is also a restaurant, but only at lunchtimes, and not every day. For evening food, there's a really good pub right across the road. It's a gastropub though, so not cheap and you'll need to book, even on a weekday. There's no car park, but there is a public car park opposite with plenty of spaces. Bampton is not far from Exmoor, but sufficiently off the beaten track not to be too busy or touristy. We'd definitely stay here again.

Coming from the South Molton direction it would be easy to miss the Bridge House – which we did, only seeing the small sign advertising afternoon tea when we were past it. Fortunately it was easy to U turn just afterwards and park nearby. And it was certainly worth the effort. We were served afternoon tea in the pretty sun trap of a garden at the back. All elements were excellent; lovely scones, a ton of tea and all for a ridiculously bargain price, particularly by Devon standards. We bought a slice of pistachio cake to eat when we got home and when we did we wished we had bought the whole cake – just fantastic. This is one of those understated family concerns, where service is a personal endeavour that really matters. We have already marked this down for a visit next time we venture to Devon from Stockport.

Extremely tasty lunch last Saturday. Food always good, Very friendly staff and always make people welcome. Well worth visiting even if just for great coffee.

First time out to eat since March. Researched on website and reviews that showed they were very Covid aware, so booked on journey to holiday apartment on Exmoor. Lovely village with alternatives eateries and shop. Bridge House had easy QR code booking in, and tables well spaced. Staff observed ‘the rules’ at all times whilst being friendly and attentive. One page (disposable) paper menu, of a varied choice of different breakfast and lunch options, with wide ranging availability times. Generous sausage bap, and unusual sour dough, goats curd and fig sandwich. Lovely. Puds of homemade rice pudding and homemade ice cream. All delicious. Highly recommended.

Stayed for one night at this lovely house b and b, very clean and comfortable, really good breakfast too

Well what can I say! What a lovely little find. First time we've ever stayed in Bampton and we loved it.Caroline and all the staff made us feel very welcome. The room was so clean and tidy and the attention to detail was just amazing. Little soaps and hand sanitizer. Everything you needed was in the room. Breakfast was so delicious with a lot of options that we couldn't stop eating. All home made jams and no short cuts on anything. The garden was beautiful too.Caroline recommended us places to eat and drink. I must say thank you so so much and we will be coming to stay againThanks again to you allFrom Ceri and Mike

We were so pleased that we chose to have lunch at Bridge House which had just reopened after lockdown. We were warmly welcomed and shown through to the pretty garden where tables were well spaced. We felt that sensible and appropriate distancing measures were implemented at each stage. Service was friendly and we both enjoyed a delicious lunch - the savoury broccoli, cheese and tomato tart was outstanding. A really good experience and would be very happy to revisit and to recommend.

Made unplanned visit having been turned back by snow! Thank goodness we found this lovely place. Great food and welcome. Our brunch was prepared to order, delicious and reasonably priced. Tea and coffee top notch too. We will be back.

I stayed overnight in Bridge House for a family gathering in Bampton. The room was very pleasant and comfortable, and I was made to feel extremely welcome. And there was a good breakfast in the morning.

A welcoming, relaxing atmosphere plus excellent fresh, local ingredients turned into a delicious Sunday lunch, what more could you want? The Bridge House is a great choice whether it is simply for coffee and cake, or a more substantial meal. Highly recommended!

Well-met by friendly staff, offered tables in both the courtyard garden or inside, both were very comfortable. The courgettes and chickpeas with mint sauce was delicious, likewise the mushrooms on sourdough. Great to find a place offering something unusual in the vegetarian line, and which was so tasty and well presented as well. Will definitely eat there again if we're in the vicinity

Good service country pub atmosphere.parking could be better, but pub in quiet village so no problem. Quiz night was fun.

Twenty of us found this an ideal venue to meet up over coffee and homemade cake prior to going on a Heritage Centre guided tour of the town. Caroline and her colleague were most helpful and all went according to plan. I had booked in advance so we were expected. It was a lovely sunny day so instead of sitting IN the restaurant, we could choose the attractive garden.I can certainly recommend the venue!

We stayed for one evening in Bridge House whilst on a walking holiday. We were welcomed with tea and scones (always a sign of a good host) Our room was large ,clean and very comfortable and our breakfast the next morning was scrumptious.A great place to stay.

On our Girls day out we stopped for a cup of coffee and decided to have a bite to eat. One of our friends had been here before and recommended it. So glad she did. We had rarebit on toast with an egg on top. Obviously the chef had made this before because it was perfect. The coffee was also very good, as well as the service. I would definitely recommend this place to get a tasty lunchtime meal.

My Partner booked Bridge house for a 3 day surprise break for us.On arrival we were greeted by Caroline who was lighting the wood burner for our arrival, caroline was friendly and showed us to our room.Omg i fell in love with it as you will see in my pictures below amazing room with a huge bathroom with a roll top bath and the best bath products. I could not wished for anything more.After unpacking we went down for a warm mince pie and a cup of coffee in front of the fire, i was very content.Breakfast was amazing cooked by nigel, the homemade beans were great, a wonderful choice to choose from before our days out.I did not want to go home thankyou both for a wonderful stay we hope to be back in the future.Amanda and Terry xx

Visited with friends who live in Holcombe Rogus for brunch and it was a perfect spot. We were greeted warmly, service was smiley and efficient. Coffee was very good. We all could make a suitable selection for brunch. I had the most delicious mushrooms on sourdough toast with a poached egg and an extra of bacon on the side..we were still in holiday mode! It was very tasty (£7).The decor is comfortable modern. Various seating areas, and nice log burners.A perfect brunch stop that I would thoroughly recommend.Good value, our bill for 5 came to £53, but we had 2 drinks each plus a brunch dish. Flat whites are £2.30; all brunch selections are between £5.50 and £7.

The popularity of Bridge House tells the tale. People are welcome for coffee, breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea. Advisable to book ahead! The menus are very creative and make the very best use of local products. The food is very good indeed. Excellent relaxed ambience and the warmest of welcomes. In warmer weather it's a delight to dine in the beautiful garden.I especially love the home made extras; jams, chutneys, breads etc.the home made marmalade is very special. Dining here never disappoints. The Sunday roasts are very well received and there is equally delicious option for veggies. It's very difficult to choose from the lovely desserts! Sticky toffee pudding is hard to resist however as is the cheese board. The whole experience is just right! and there is easy parking across the road!

I stayed here for bed and breakfast when I was walking the Exe Valley Way. I was greeted on my arrival with delicious, restoring, coffee and cake. The food here is very special. I only had breakfast and tea, but I would love to return to sample more of their menu. Their motto 'proper good food' is very appropriate.

We went here for a lunch with my year old son and in laws. Everything was just so lovely. The owner was extremely kind and accommodating towards my son - not all establishments are, sadly. Every dish and drink we had was exquisitely balanced and thoughtfully made and presented - their alcohol-free, home-made gooseberry and elderflower is to die for. The atmosphere is relaxed and friendly but utterly professional. I’m aware that I’m waffling but I can’t help it! I’ve been here before and their food and drinks are genuinely seasonal and genuinely local they don’t brag about it they just do it, & this speaks for itself. My in laws said it was the best they’d had locally and can’t wait to come back. Thank you so much it made for a luscious stress free lunch xx

Good menu. Tasty food. Decent portions. Pleasant staff. Gets very busy so try & call to book a table.

I have just got home from my first visit to the wonderful Bridge House. We were celebrating my Dad's birthday and went there for lunch. The homemade food was absolutely delicious and the chocolate dessert I had was amazing! The interior has been decorated beautifully and the walled garden is stunning, especially on a sunny day like today. Thank you to Nigel and Caroline for making us feel so welcome, I hope to visit again soon!

Really lovely owners. Everything about this place is excellent, the food, which is locally sourced, great home made cakes and jams. The staff are friendly and nothing is to much trouble. The Bridge is sparkling clean and no sticky tables! A beautiful garden where you can have your meal or a coffee. There is also a second room which is very relaxing with comfortable sofas. My granddaughter , aged 5, likes to go there when she visits and it's never too much trouble to make her favourite, off the menu meal, of a Marmite sandwich,

Stopped in by chance and were warmly greeted. We only wanted some coffee and cakes but the service was great the coffee superb and the scone and ginger flap jacks to die for.

We went there for coffee and breakfast on a bleak Monday morning and it was so cosy and welcoming! Service, food and prices are all spot on and we will definitely be back!

This was the second time I’ve had a really nice meal in this lovely hotel. Lovely old building, log fire, calm and unhurried atmosphere. The first was a Sunday lunch, this week was just simple lunch. Not extensive menu but beautifully cooked.

Wow! What can I say.... We visited here on recommendation of our guesthouse host and we were not disappointed. We arrived and snagged the last free table and the pub was busy but not packed out.

We had struggled to find a place for Sunday lunch at a reasonable price and with consistently good reviews in this area. Fortunately, we read about this establishment which seemed to tick all the boxes and our experience more than justified the excellent reviews that, without fail, Bridge House has attracted. We had a thoroughly excellent meal of freshly cooked food and generous proportions. The home made Blackcurrant Ripple Ice Cream was one of the most tasty desserts that we had ever experienced. The service was friendly and efficient and the ambience of the place was excellent. We will certainly be returning to Bridge House!

Nos dimos cuenta de que nos habíamos perdido terminamos en Bampton, Devon. Elegimos Bridge House por su exterior. No me decepcionó, el interior era incluso mejor. Se puede visitar Devon con pedir un té helado. Fresco, Comenzamos a desandar el camino de regreso a Somerset y nuestro destino. El personal era amable y servicial. Vale la pena una segunda visita más larga en el futuro!

Attended a private birthday party for a friend. 17 guests were no problem for the staff servers with a great prearranged menu

Who could better a well cooked, beautifully presented Sunday lunch in a pretty garden? .... Caroline and Nigel have the right recipe to entice both passing visitors and new residents like ourselves. The roast chicken and all the trimmings were tasty, fresh and well flavoured....

Somos asiduos de Bridge House y disfrutar de todo, desde el café de la mañana a una preciosa casa hizo el almuerzo los fines de semana. Todo servido por un personal amable y una zona de estar que es rustica encantador. El jardín es hermoso y los perros son bienvenidos. Una visita obligada

Recientemente paré en el Bridge House con la familia durante las vacaciones. Valió la pena la visita. Pedí el cordero y estaba preparado a la perfección. Mi madre tenía la junta compartir con sangre de huevo con un budín escocés huevo perfectamente cocinado dentro. duros Hay un hermoso jardín familiar amable en la parte de atrás, con peces en un estanque y plantas comestibles alrededor que reanudar Caroline y Nigel sus utensilios. Los ingredientes frescos. Comida de primera clase. Todo es casero. Sin duda volveremos.

Un restaurante pequeño. Una suficiente variedad de menús. Estábamos intrigados por la junta para dos - el compartido de agricultores y pescadores. Elegimos la segunda opción y me gustó mucho. (Comida fría para un día cálido. La bienvenida fue muy) caliente.

After a long, hot and hilly 9 mile walk we arrived at the Bridge House for a well earned rest and lunch. We could not have been more pleased with the service and the food. Outstanding roast chicken, especially the Stuffing, and wonderful puddings. We really recommend this place - great value too.

Our hosts at Bark House recommended the Bridge House. It was a great place to pop I. For a drink. Friendly staff and locals. Food looked great but you need to book!

I keep returning to the Bridge house. The owners are extremely welcoming, it is cycle friendly, with secure storage for your bike. The food is simple but delicious, and home-made with top quality ingredients. Leaf tea, delicious cakes, some gluten-free, the best egg and bacon roll in Somerset (and I've tried a few), and a good selection of juices, as well as wine and beer for the non-cyclists!

Found this place by accident wow scones were great , we was made to feel most welcome thank you very much

We had a pleasant if rather bland Sunday lunch. The welcome and service were very good, the decor clean and tidy, if a little lacking in style, and the food in quality and quantity acceptable. The only issue with the food was the blandness on the plate, pale lamb, pale carrots, pale cabbage and pale potatoes; it just didn't look very appetising but it all tasted fine. The puddings were excellent.Value at Bridge House is excellent. As a party of four we had 4 roast dinners, 4 deserts and a bottle of wine, the bill £66 !!Two negatives, the main course selection was limited (only 3 choices), and the seats rather basic and very hard, seat pads would be welcome.All in all a pleasant but not exceptional experience.

To their strap line "proper good food" add 'proper nice people' and 'proper lovely location'. I can't speak highly enough of Nigel's food, Caroline's service and the very clean and comfortable restaurant. Would love to visit when it's not raining to sit in the garden. Lovely lunch thanks.

Lovely pub, good food, quick and polite service, decent choice of food and drinks. Gluten free options.

We called in for afternoon tea and came back for dinner. On a visit to Bampton with friends we popped into Bridge House for an afternoon cream tea and it was so delicious that we instantly booked for dinner. A choice of teas were on offer, served generously with the most delicious scones. A real treat. The food at dinner was also very well prepared, home cooked with great variety on the menu and with good service. This was all delivered at very reasonable prices. Highly recommend a visit.

We took a customer who lives in the village here for lunch and had an excellent very inexpensive meal. I had the Heal Farm smoked venison followed by the Longhorn beef.Both well cooked and presented worth stopping by. 80%

What to say but very nice, food is good and so was the service, proper food aswell, give it a go if your that way

Great food, great service, great value. Lots of veggie options on the menu and not just the lazy and safe choices you find in many Devon establishments. Delighted with our visit and we'll be back!

Had a lovely lunch (Pan fried Salmon and veg) all beautifully prepared and presented. Caroline is a class act , made us feel very welcome nothing too much trouble. I just wish we had restaurants near where I live that were half as good.I think Nigel (Carolines husband) was in the engine room doing the cooking so special thanks go to him too.Finally, I stupidly left my ipad there and it was an hour before I realised it had gone, a big thank you to Caroline for rescuing it and letting me pop in out of hours to collect. Wish you well guys. Nick

Not open every day, so check, but really smart, great food, great ambience and good service. Nicer than the Swan over the road unless beer and a pub atmosphere is what you want. We were very satisfied on all counts

we called in just for a quick snack and decided on bacon rolls, one with egg. They were delicious. We sat outside in the garden and it was a little oasis of calm. The coffee was very good and we wish we could have stayed longer

We recently stayed in Bampton for a couple of nights and decided to try this lovely little restaurant. We both had a steak which came simply with chips and salad. Nothing else was needed as it was superb, and one of the best steaks I have had for a long time.The wine is very reasonable as is the local bottled beer, both of which we tried and both were great.We will certainly pay another visit when we are next in the area.

We were staying in the village and this restaurant was recommended to us by the owner of the property we were staying at. Although it was a Monday evening and the restaurant was not to busy, we both enjoyed the whole experience. A good choice of wines all at very reasonable prices. Caroline the owner if front of house and her husband does the cooking. The menu is not extensive but would suit all tastes The food we chose was excellently cooked and presented, and I especially enjoyed my rhubarb and ginger sponge pudding. As to be expected the ingredients are locally sourced and are its class. We very much enjoyed our evening and would return again.Caroline is a superb host and husband Nigel and excellent chef. Very good value for money

Having just moved to Bampton, this was our first visit to Bridge House.Having read the reviews, we were expecting a good meal and we were not disappointed.The roast beef was excellent, the welcome really friendly and the service spot on. Really nice atmosphere created by a lot of locals who are obviously frequent visitors - always the sign of a really good restaurant.As this is within walking distance of our new house, I can see this will become a regular place to eat for us.

Having stayed in Bampton for nearly four months due the death of an elderly relative, I got to know the restaurants in the village really well. My favourite was without a doubt Bridge House which I frequented several times a week. The warm friendly atmosphere by owners Caroline and Nigel made it my home from home. Whether I just popped in for coffee and a read of the papers or for my regular Sunday lunch there, I always felt relaxed. Excellent food, home made cakes plus menu choices for vegetarians makes the place highly popular with locals and visitors alike. Their experience in the hospitality industry clearly shows. In summer, the small garden provides a welcome respite especially for cyclists and walkers. Booking for Sunday lunch is wise but as I soon discovered; even if you prefer to eat as late as 3pm, this is no problem. I will be returning as often as my schedule will allow.

Popped in for coffee and cake which were both excellent. Promised ourselves we will have a meal here very soon. Lovely friendly restaurant. We are very lucky to have this as our local.

A lovely, intimate restaurant just up from the center of the town. The menu was small and obviously planned around what was in season, what was available and what was best.An extremely good wine accompaniment and charming hosts made this a meal I would wish to repeat.Highly recommended if you love properly cooked, honest food.

Interesting and very pleasant menu. Fully booked, mostly with locals who it would appear return regularly. Good house wine. I discovered a photograph on the wall which investigation showed the property was in my family in the early 1900's. No now so the review is not biased.

A welcome return to Bridge House with good friends. The 3 of us shared the fish & meat platters which were excellent. Cosy, good value and Caroline is such a welcoming and attentive host.

Came across this charming eatery today in the small village of Bampton,Devon.Heartly recommend the food drink and service.The place is very clean and has a relaxed atmosphere to it,you receive a warm welcome from the owner.Food is excellent with local produce complemented well with a good selection of local bottled beers and ciders.I would recommend you give it a try and don't be surprised if once isn't enough !! Go for it.

We've been here for dinner.The place is really nice and cozy, we loved it.The menu has only few choices so not really ideal if you're staying in the neighborhood for a week.Food is ok and well prepared.Service is quick, and precise.Would I go back? If i'm in the neighbor again might be.

The menu is short, but the food is excellent and freshly prepared, seasonal food with imagination and served in a very pleasant restaurant, well decorated and appointed. There is also and outdoor seating area in a pretty garden area.There is also a good selection of local beers as well as cocktails, including non-alcoholic ????

Do not go to this restaurant if you favour huge menus principally sourced from the freezer. But if you like fresh seasonal food cooked to perfection from the raw materials on the premises, and hence a small but varied menu, then this is the place for you. The food is delicious, and original, and is sourced locally wherever possible.Proprietor Caroline is front of house, and is very knowledgeable about the menu and welcoming whilst husband Nigel looks after the kitchen, making even things like chutneys from scratch.Inside the ten or so tables are laid out bistro style, with an eclectic assortment of furniture. There is also a very attractive garden area where you can enjoy meals and snacks in the open.

I went here for a late lunch with my sister, partner and three young children. The lady that served us was very welcoming and extremely accommodating of the children. The restaurant is very cosy and well laid out; the walled garden to the rear is beautiful! The food was fantastic, all homemade, well presented and delicious. I would highly recommend this establishment.

Lived up to expectations. The menu is short but to me that is a plus, everything is good and fresh and made with care. Husband said his pork chop was the best he'd had is years. My soup was full of flavour -leek, thyme and chickpea, good and chunky. A pud of ginger stewed rhubarb, meringue and clotted cream was simple but extremely well done, root ginger in the rhubarb, crisp and chewy meingue and little pieces of stem ginger on the cream - perfect.

Loved it all. Great coffee, wonderful biscuits, really lovely environment, and great welcome from staff. We played and sang a few songs on Sunday morning and it was a great little venue.

Popped in for coffee and teacake as the bridge is one of our fine locals and both were excellent. Made to feel very welcome. Will certainly return for a meal.

Looking for a good meal with an old mate and found it at Bridge HouseA quiet Monday night but welcomed with a smileAmbience good and food & value very goodWorth a vist and worth supporting

We dropped earlier this week for quick cuppa. We had heard that the owners were at the Avocet in Topsham before moving to Brampton. The quality of the welcome and the beverages provided were excellent. We didn't have any food but the snacks/cakes on show looked enticing. We will return.

Welcoming pub with a good atmosphere and well cooked honest food. Liked the fact that dogs were welcome too

Third visit, each time for a different reason, time and group of people, each time lovely welcome with efficient service. Menu slightly different to other local offerings but in no way negative. Tonight we both had the best scotch eggs we've ever had and the following 2 courses were as good. 3 courses plus 2 drinks £41, great value.

Have driven past many times thinking it was a gastro pub but it certainly isn't. Wonderful warm greeting from Caroline and lovely simple decor. Simple, unfussy menu offering 'proper good food'. We arrived about 2pm and could have anything off the menu - no 'breakfast stops at 12' here. The breakfast was scrumptious and an added bonus - black pudding comes as standard so no having to pay extra for it. Beautifully cooked and so tasty. Followed by included toast and marmalade - both tasted home-made. The bread, toasted was delicious and plenty of butter provided. If you are in Bampton you must visit. Two more pluses - proper cottage garden to sit out in and dogs are welcome during the day. Caroline is the perfect host.

Lovely little tea room/cafe. Stopped in there for a Devon cream tea.Chudleigh buns rather than scones, with clotted cream and strawberry jam and fresh hot tea took the chill off the Bank holiday afternoon.Lovely quiet clean tea room and fresh food served all day.

We have visited this restaurant three times now. It's really excellent. I'd echo all the things said by the other commentators below - delicious fresh food, mouthwatering home made cakes and pies, really friendly welcome, flowery garden with butterflies, quiet location. There are three more pluses not yet noticed in the other reviews. - First, it is open on Sundays and Mondays. Nearly all cafes and restaurants in this part of Devon are shut on at least one of these days. - Second, there is a special room for bicycles, to keep them safe and warm when you are eating delicious things next door (just go inside and ask them to open the side door). - Third, they are not fussy about whether you want a full meal or just coffee and cake. We'll be back very soon - maybe even next week!

We discovered this little gem when visiting the open gardens of Bampton in July. There is a bistro themed room inside where they serve meals from breakfast to evening dinner, and then there is a lovely relaxing garden to the rear where you can also enjoy both meals, coffees, ice creams, or gorgeous afternoon cream teas. Family run, friendly couple and lovely home cooking. The first time we came here we sampled the cream tea which we found was excellent. The next time we paid them a visit we specially went to sample their full english cooked breakfast. Again we weren’t disappointed, and on both occasions we founnd it to be most relaxing just passing the time away in their cottage garden. Highly recommended if you are ever visiting this lovely part of the country

Great garden location. Friendly service and a different menu to the others on offer locally with an English twist. Nicely appointed inside

We visited for a celebration lunch and Bridge House was just right. Locally sourced ingredients were cooked to perfection. The menu is short but very interesting and changes regularly, using whatever is in season. The atmosphere is relaxed but the cooking, the service and the beautifully refurbished premises all indicate great attention to detail.I was tempted to return later in the afternoon for a cream tea or maybe a slice of cake ( or maybe both!) We will definitely be back soon.

Went out with friends and we all appreciated the warm welcome and the excellent meals at a reasonable price. The menu was interesting and made a welcome change from the ubiquitous pub menus. Delicious home cooked food with home made bread. We all enjoyed our meals and will definitely come here again. This is a new venture and I do hope it has the success it deserves.

We visited this new restaurant in Bampton on Friday night, and were so impressed by everything they had to offer. The food is locally sourced and homemade which is a real breath of fresh air; we highly recommend the local wine too! The menu is fresh and seasonal and the owners told us it changes pretty much on a weekly basis, which seems to be quite rare for a restaurant nowadays, and really reflects their ethos. Very reasonably priced as well. Highly recommend and look forward to visiting again.

The restaurant has recently changed ownership and has been completely refurbished. Caroline and Nigel, the new owners, are passionate about locally sourced food and everything is prepared on the premises. The menu is limited because it changes on a regular basis. The potted beef, smoked mackerel and potato & leek soup starters were all excellent. Moving on to the main course we tried the cheese tart and the chicken. Again, everything was well cooked and the service was great. We also tried the local Yearlstone number 4 wine - a great recommendation. All this quality was surprisingly very reasonably priced. Definitely worth another visit when the menu changes again.

We went to try the Sunday Brunch at this newly opened restaurant in Bampton, Devon. The food was superb. We met chef Nigel and although it did not say on the menu, we discovered that he bakes his own bread, cakes and there is a twist with the brunch and the novel baked beans.It was very enjoyable, especially the Red Devon Cider. It makes a great change from The Swan opposite.