Brookside Tea Rooms & Gardens in Teignbridge

Everything took an age to come to the table, when it did eventually come there was hair in the salad! I bought it up to the waitress who said "oh that shouldn't be there" then charged us the full £32 (two sandwhiches, a coffee and a milkshake) and walked off without even offering to remake the salad at the very least, so say it is disappointing is a let down

Plenty of inside & outside tables with friendly team who can’t do enough to help. Food was excellent. Great thick cut bacon. Really great Mocha.

Family gathering today to celebrate my mother in law’s birthday, usually have had great service in the past, but today was the worst ever. After being shown to our table 15 minutes for our drink order to be taken, placed food order at the same time, even after writing the order down the server had to come and check he’d got it right 3 times, another 15-20minutes for drinks to arrive (and that was only after we had asked where they were). We eventually got served or food some 45 minutes after being seated. Small portions of veg to be shared among the 3 diners that had the roast, when we asked if there were further veg to come we were told no, and not offered any at extra cost. All a bit disorganised there today, not sure if it’s changed hands from the 2 guys that owned and run it, if so you need to up your game. Disappointed visit this time, real shame.

We both had a nice cream tea although I felt that my scone was a little dry, but this didn’t stop me enjoying it. Service was friendly and efficient.

Having always overlooked the Brookside we decided to give it a go. Outdoor seating was pleaseant although service was slow and somewhat lethargic. Drinks order arrived wrong and we had to work hard to get the drink exchanged for what was ordered. A long wait eventually yielded the breakfasts we had ordered, what a disappointment. Nearly £13 for a couple of eggs, a single sausage, some bacon, an undercooked mushroom, a small pot of beans and some greasy potatoes. We finished up and were prepared to take the hit. When asked “was everything okay” I mentioned our experience was not what we were expecting and we were disappointed with the cost compared to what we got. The young waitress handled this well, escalating to her nearby manager who was dismissive and gave a sarcastic remark rather than looking to resolve the issues we had had. Fortunately there was another manager on-site who fortunately had overheard some of the conversation and who I managed to discuss the issues with. We were offered some cake to appease us which was a nice gesture although the cake was tasteless and dry. We ate it not 15 minutes after it being boxed and given to us. I wish we hadn’t taken the chance and instead had a coffee in one of the three superior cafes all visible from the Brookside. Go for a breakfast at Ullacombe Farm Shop instead, you’ll get twice as much for your money and the ingredients are better quality too. Sadly the Brookside has stood still whilst other establishments have worked very hard to be the best they can be. I hope the owners take a moment to look around them and see that they’re falling behind as this place could be great with better staff and more effort.

Been here many times. Staff friendly and food always good.wife had fillet of plaice for lunch.cost nearly 17 pounds. For that had a small and thin plaice fillet. A small amount of new pots and some veg. I know fish isn't cheap but for that price should really be a larger fillet or two of these small fillets.

Second visit, this time we brought a large number of our friends and they absolutely loved it too. Always a must visit when we are in the area!!

We visited again last week to find Mark back at the helm, first class service and quality had returned. lets hope it remains.

Appalling customer care! having been shown to a nice table by the window and served our drinks, we were asked to move table because 'a regular customer' who had not booked in advance wanted our table! it was not busy, there were plenty of other tables, we objected but we did move. Our food order arrived with a surly waitress who banged the plates down on the table - we had no smiles, no words of apology and no thanks for giving up our table - how standards have dropped since the departure of the lovely Robin and Mark! We did not feel like valued customers so will not be returning.

Misleading wording on the cream teas - expectation for ordering 2 No. large cream teas for 2 - 2 scones each person with trimming and a cuppa (tea/coffee) each. As a takeaway only going to receive 2 scones and trimming (no tea or coffee - my choice)

We got one scone(gluten free) from here as a mid-afternoon snack.It was really delicious.I also tried a caramel milkshake too,I thought caramel and salted caramel were the same thing but I haven’t tried regular caramel before and it was delicious and not much taste difference.Also lemonade was tasty and fresh as well and staff were friendly.Make sure to book a table if you can as it gets busy

Has lost its ambiance and efficiency since Mark and Robin took a back seat. Had to wait 45 mins from ordering food to it being delivered and it was not busy. This would not have happened before. Shame was a great place to eat but not so much now.

A number of good cafes in Bovey Tracey and this is one example. Attentive, prompt and friendly service, excellent varied choice of meals large and small, and open from 9am as we found. Quality excellent, commented on by a visiting French family. Recent comment from Ballymoney observed older people and did so twice. It was a Friday - most people at work, kids at school, great time to go out.

Very pricey for low-quality breakfast food - eggs undercooked and slimy, sausages very low-quality - bacon dry. Only one single mushroom and most of the plate is filled with over-fried potatoes. Service is reasonable and the cafe generally caters for OAPs. Lots of people with dogs in there, and over 90% of the customers were over 70. Hideously expensive (£28 for 2 substandard breakfasts). Tea was awful - very weak indeed.

Had an hour to kill when bus cancelled so popped in for a cup of tea and a snack. Very friendly staff and a nice scone and a toasted teacake. Just the job!

Stopped off for breakfast. Nice & clean. Very helpful staff. I had corned beef hash with 2 eggs & beans. Emily had a standard breakfast. Food was delicious

Another lovely welcome for all the ladies in our group. Prompt service with a smile and good humour thrown in too. A lovely selection of food and coffees served. See you again soon.

Visited today on recommendation from a couple we met in a coffee shop. An absolute gem of a place. I had the crayfish salad and friend had the cold meat platter. Both had dessert. The food was amazing and the service to match(thanks Sophie) .Will definitely be back.

Amazing gluten free corned beef hash and cream tea. My daughter had a gluten free toast. Rest of the family (gluten eaters) had beans on toast and a full English and thoroughly enjoyed theirs too. Friendly staff. Near a local car park if their car park is full. Our first visit was after popping to Trago Mills and second before heading to House of Marbles, both of which are really close by.

Great service. Lovely food which is good value for money. They do a nice cooked breakfast, cream tea and sandwiches.

We both had an amazing plateful of gorgeous sandwiches (egg mayo / chives & brie / cranberry), plus a cream tea, which almost made an afternoon tea. The bread was as fresh as a daisy and the sandwiches were generously filled right to the edge. Together with a pot of peppermint tea, this was perfect for a warm bank holiday afternoon. We have visited Brookside many times and my wife commented that, "you are never disappointed here". Thank you to the friendly staff who looked after us. We will be back soon for breakfast!

Superb fry up at brook side..quality ingredients and plenty of it..our waitress was lovely very friendly and smiley..cant fault it 100% recommended

We had a full English and a vegetarian breakfast, with drinks included. Very generous portions and yummy fried potatoes. Prompt service and friendly staff. The waiter was also happy to swap a sausage for a second slice of bacon! We were even offered a selection...

We were recommended Brookside by Devon Holidays, whilst staying at Finlake. We came for a Full English Breakfast, as well as a cream tea in the afternoon. Both of which were fantastic. There is plenty of parking, the place was very clean and presentable, and...

We met a friend for light lunch and all enjoyed what we had. She had a delicious cake and we had sandwiches. All very good and freshly made. Although no chicken available. Servicing staff all very pleasant.

I run a local friendship group and have found the tearoom staff to be very efficient ,friendly and accommodating . The food is cooked fresh and the breakfast is especially tasty

Popped in here for a Sunday morning breakfast. Welcomed and well looked after. Indulged in a full English breakfast which was thoroughly enjoyed.

A damp January saw us park in the nearby Pay and Display, however some care needs to be taken as there is a pavement only on one side of this quite busy road. There are two entrances, one of which would enable users of a...

Regularly visit. Service always good, food excellent, and a lovely atmosphere. Cakes are superb and a coffee and cake is a treat here. Love their breakfasts too

I had 2 poached eggs on toast with crispy bacon and the bacon was lovely and thick my partner had the addition of baked beans and black pudding and it was all well presented very tasty and well cooked - we will definitely back.

Had a wonderful ladies group lunch here today. Lovely food and service with a smile. We'll done Brookside Tearooms. I will be returning.

We called in twice to Brookside, once for a full English breakfast, the after for an afternoon tea, Both were excellent. Brookside is nice and clean and nicely decorated. The food was wonderful and the staff were super friendly. We will be back.

We absolutely love coming to Brookside! The food home cooked and wholesome, the service is super friendly and efficient! They do their best to make sure everyone is looked after and even though it was busy yesterday they got everyone waiting a table and worked...

We stopped here for lunch after our bike ride along the Wray Valley Trail. We sat in the garden and were welcomed by the very friendly staff. Sandwiches and baguettes were served with salad and crisps and were fantastic. Highly recommed.

Great place for quality food. Drinks expensive and ants and wasps at our outside table but great service and delicious food.

We were recommended to this tea room for an authentic Devonshire Cream Tea by Jason from Devon Holidays. Staying at Finlake, this tea-room was idea, as we called in on the way back from a Dartmoor Romp. The staff and food were great. Its a...

We were recommended to visit Brookside by our tour operator Devon Holidays, recommending their cooked breakfasts - and boy they lived up to the hype. The breakfasts were huge and went down really well before our hikes around Dartmoor. Thank you Devon Holidays for the...

Super lunch and afternoon tea here. Great staff - very friendly and attentive and the food was great.

Amazing breakfast and great fast service. The staff are always so very welcoming. They do all sorts to satisfy your munchie’s

We were recommended the cook breakfasts from here, as well as the cream teas from our agent at DevonHolidays.net, whilst staying at near by Finlake resort & Spa. We had to attend twice to experience this and we were not let down. The cooked breakfast...

Visited last week, didn't have a reservation, so pleased we could be seated, The place was spotlessly clean, Attentive helpful staff. I was spoilt for choice but chose the Devonshire Tea for 1, beautifully presented, so so fresh and a cheese scone to die for,...

Arrived half an hour earlier than reservation which was no problem for the staff at all. From start to finish the team were friendly and professional throughout. Huge choice of food at very reasonable prices. Despite the cafe being very full, if not full the...

Very clean, light and roomy cafe/restaurant with a good menu, good food and a wonderfully charming and friendly proprietor who makes you feel welcome. Stopped for lunch and despite being almost full the food arrived quickly and no complaints.

We've have just has the most amazing and delicious breakfast, I had the vegetarian English and my husband the Classic full English. The service was amazing and the restaurant very pleasant we can't recommend it enough.

Wow, what a hidden treasure. We dropped in this place whist visiting Bovey Tracey. We were staying at Templar Rise 8, a private lodge within Finlakes Spa resort. The first time we visited Brookside we were not hungry but the kids and my hubby fancied...

I come to the Brookside at least once a week. Mainly for breakfast, and it is always lovely. It’s consistently good, with lovely friendly staff and a lovely atmosphere. Robin and Mark are lovely couple and always make the effort to come and say hello....

My first visit to this restaurant after hearing that sadly the Guild of Craftsmen cafe had closed - but they recommended Brookside. Met by the lovely Betty and seated. Given an array of menu’s - including the wine list ..why she gave it to me...

We used to go here a great deal but not since Covid came. Today we went and absolutely loved it..just as it used to be. Fantastic home cooked food as always, a great extensive menu and a cheery host and staff. Thanks for the heads...

We were looking for somewhere to eat in Bovey Tracey and most of the pubs were shut or not doing food we tried the Brookside restaurant and tea room. It was first class, the food was excellent and the service to match. The proper Covid...

We had afternoon tea and the food was good quality. However the decor and ambience is geared towards the coach party generation so isn’t for everyone. There’s also a random washing machine in the ladies. Very clean and attentive staff but not for everyone.

We went to the Brookside tea rooms on Tuesday for lunch. We found it to be busy, with a pleasant ambiance, but had no trouble getting a table. There was a good choice of items on the menu along with the specials. My wife choose...

We stumbled upon this place while visiting the crafts museum, originally we only wanted to stop for some coffee/cold drink, but the food looked amazing, so we ended up having lunch and it was a worth it. Food was delicious, the staff were very courteous...

A lovely beef roast and kids menu. Quick service. We ordered at 3.27 and food was stopping at 3.30 - but they kept the kitchen open and allowed us time to study menu.

Will not use this place again .They are not consistent ,the first time we came hear the food was good the second time it was average .However our party of 6 yesterday waited 40 mins for our breakfast ,when it came the eggs were hard...

We visited for breakfast and had a really lovely experience. The staff took every care to ensure Covid safety precautions were followed. We received a warm welcome and the lovely waitress went out of her way to make our children (and dog!) feel welcome too....

Delicious afternoon cream tea with huge scones! Staff were friendly, in particular the older gentlemen waiter working outside on Sunday 1st August. Literally makes your visit so much better when the staff are so friendly and seem like they genuinely want to be working and...

Friendly and accommodating staff. Delicious food, the coronation chicken Baguette was made with good quality chicken pieces and even better that there weren't sultanas in the recipe. Would definitely recommend visiting here is passing through this way.

As a group of 3 friends, we were allowed to order our food, and eat it, before being told that we all had to pay together as one group due to Covid (despite being outside in the open air). Had this been explained on arrival,...

Stopped off here after a countryside walk. We were looking for a cream tea, but after looking through the menu 3 of the group opted for sandwiches. The service was perfect, tables cleaned after each visitor. My cream tea was excellent as was the rest...

Visited here for lunch 2pm on a Saturday. 2 of us ordered the ‘light bite’ salads for £8-9 which were extremely small for the price. One us had the prawn jacket potato, which was a great portion size but the potato was very over cooked...

We had a lovely breakfast last week. The Covid precautions are excellent, we witnessed the waitresses thoroughly cleaning the tables and the chairs after each use. There is a one way system, you enter by the front door and leave by the back door. Some...

A really friendly place to eat. Our family were made to feel so welcome and the food was delicious. A really varied menu! Highly recommend.

My family enjoyed having breakfast there. The vegetarian breakfast options was very nice. Service was good.

Came here for breakfast and sat outside in the lovely garden with bubbling brook running along the front. We tried lots of places for breakfast but this was favourite. High quality ingredients in a lovely setting served by polite lovely people.

The food here is amazing, very good quality and delicious. We had the Lamb chop or should I say half a sheep, and the pie of the day which was steak and mushroom, which came with a choice of potatoes, mash, roasted, new or chips,...

Really disappointed. First time today at the Brookside and had a simple mistake with our order after waitress misheard a question asked by a member of our party. Order returned quickly with different food served on top of remains of previous food. One of our...

We called in without a table booking for an impromptu Birthday Breakfast. Although coping with Covid working conditions the staff could not have been more helpful or happy. We were treated with respect and nothing was too much trouble. The restaurant was clean, bright and...

My mother and father in law from brixham bought me here today for a quick coffee before our walk. There is a lovely garden to sit outside with all the tables beautifully spaced to allow for social distancing. The girls all wore visors and the tables were absolutely scrubbed clean between guests. The coffee was great and served very quickly even though the cafe was full. The best part for me was when I asked for a little bit of hot water to make my 6 month old daughter a bottle I was given 3 jugs, 1 with boiling water, 1 with cold and another to mix. It was very thoughtful and totally unexpected.Highly recommend if you are passing through.

Stunning Food, Amazing Friendly Staff! Absolute gem we found on route to another destination! Thank you so much for a lovely lunch!

Recently visited the tea rooms, it was a real treat.The food was excellent, very good portion size, well presented & very reasonably priced.The tea rooms were spotless, very bright & staff were very well coming.Covid rules were fully implemented, taking great care & attentions to all the guidelines.Would highly recommend you stop off for a visit when you're in the area.

Love cream tea and cheese tea. Great scones. Cakes are VERY sugary sweet. Service a bit sedate. Table service is polite and pleasant, but they need to speed up a tad. A good place if you are not in a hurry.

We booked in advace to get an inside table to escape wasp season. Lovely lunch with friends. Opted for the Roast beef which was good value, woukd have preferred it a little pinker! Hubby had gammon, egg and chips which he loved. Outside people were enjoying lunches, cakes, meals and it was a happy atmosphere! Will definitely return for an afternoon tea which looked scrummy! Very impressed with Covid precautions, everything cleaned down between guests, including chairs. Particularly impressed all staff wore visors, the only restaurant we have been to since all these new rules. 10 out of 10 for that! Very friendly staff, you could hear friendly voices behind the masks, we will return.

Wonderful cream tea had we have had food in other places locally like the house of marbles and I would say this is far better. Lovely ❤️

We stopped here for lunch on the way home from dartmoor. The inside was fully booked but we could sit outside. The staff were wonderful, a lovely man took our order who was super friendly. All four of us opted for sandwiches which were all delicious and fresh. Glad we chose to stop here and would definitely visit again when in Devon!

We wanted to revisit this cafe because we had been before, we didn't book because we were not sure when we would actually get to Bovey. The inside tables were fully booked at the time we got there but we could have any free table outside and either wait for a place or eat outside. We elected to eat outside because it was a nice day. We we ordered sandwiches and I had a sausage baguette with three two-scone cream teas to follow thinking it would be a nice light lunch. Our food was a much bigger serving than we were expecting accompanied by chips and a lovely salad so in fact, we would probably been better with a one-scone cream tea each! (Not complaining!). What a lovely meal! My sausage baguette was fantastic with a lovely warm crispy baguette and such a nice setting too, Bovey is charming and there is even a delightful stream running past the front. You need to put this Tea Room on your "Must visit" list.

We have lived in Bovey for a year and this July was the first time we ventured into The Brookside. All sanitisation available, one way system and staff with PPE. However the important part is the food. Well cooked. portions are quite large and there is a definite 70's theme, but my husband and I are from that era. Very enjoyable meal and good surroundings. We would recommend to families, cyclists and people with dogs

Great place for lunch. We called on a Sunday and they were very busy. Great seating system in place , service was great and food lovely , a little expensive but lovely . Both had the steak pie with veg.

Stopped here for afternoon tea after a good walk on Dartmoor. My wife and daughter really enjoyed their cream tea, and my son said the crab salad was the best he had eaten. ( he hasn’t eaten many, but it did look great). I was on a diet so just had a glass of red wine. Very impressed with their adherence to government guidelines for track and trace and cleaning. Having spent a week in Devon we felt that the Brookside excelled at understanding and putting into practice understated but well thought out Covid 19 policies.

We have visited these tea rooms several times recently when out walking in the area and every visit has been a very satisfactory experience. The food is excellent. The staff are warm and welcoming, always very helpful. They take great care to ensure that Covid 19 precautions are followed.

We had a lovely lunch, the food is very good and most importantly, the staff is very kind, available, and they always have a kind word.

We discovered The Brookside a few weeks ago and have visited 6 times in the last 6 weeks. Fantastic service, food, gardens and every time we’ve been everything has been consistent. The Brookside is now our place to go for a breakfast or lunch. Can’t wait to come back.

The 2 owners were very friendly and the food was absolutely delicious!! They also made us feel safe especially during COVID-19. Will definitely be coming back very soon.

sat outside for a Monday breakfast - a great choice - full english, salmon 7 eggs, yogurt with fruit and granola - everyone enjoyed

We stopped here on our way to North Devon and found a friendly welcome, plus good food.There was a reasonable, but not expansive choice of dishes that satisfied all three of us. The food was really good, with the best meal probably being the full English breakfast (superb sausages). Portions were excellent and the staff were very attentive.Well worth a visit for a meal (especially breakfast)!

Visited here today for breakfast didn’t realise now dog friendly as well inside and out. Excellent breakfast very friendly staff, really working very hard at making the place feel as safe as they can in the current Covid situation,plenty of hand gel about, tables cleaned and sanitised , asked what condiments needed and brought to you individually,they are working extremely hard to make the experience as safe and enjoyable as they can.keep up the good work you couldn’t improve on what you are doing .

We walked from Lustleigh and called in here for lunch well actually we sat outside in the lovely pretty garden sat buy the stream. Staff were very friendly and on top of everything to keep customers all COVID safe with all precaution measures in place. Nice to see lots of gluten free choices on the menu we both had sandwiches, Nice enjoyable lunch at reasonable prices.

Breakfast very nice well presented and very good value. Staff very helpful and pleasant. Clean and Tidy. Good to see you take the Corvid Regulations very seriously - great atmoshere and you fee welcome. I shall certainly return. .

Last week we stumbled across this restaurant due to an unplanned visit to Bovey Tracey after visiting Dartmoor. We were made to feel very welcome for our late lunch, apart from my youngest child we ordered different salads each and they were all delightfully presented and the taste of them were heavenly.

Have not visited this tearoom for several years. I cannot fault the food or service. will return again in the future.

We called in at about 11.30 am and we were pleased to see that they served breakfast up until 3.30. My husband had a full English and my daughter and I had Eggs Royale (2 poached eggs on muffins with smoked salmon and hollandaise sauce) I had gluten free toast instead. The eggs were perfectly cooked, the service was very good and all the necessary Covid measures were in place. We felt completely safe. It was a very sunny day and were able to sit in the garden in the shade. A bonus was The Eat out to Help Out scheme was in place, but would not hesitate to pay full price at any other time.

We had breakfast for two today. One full English Breakfast and the other Eggs Benedict. Both were very well cooked, the quality of the food was excellent and all beautifully presented. The staff were very helpful and the service excellent. Covid prevention procedures were in place. Highly recommended.

Lovely place, staff welcoming and friendly amazing customer service. Food was lush!!! Fully sanatised everything after each customer so you know its safe.... I felt very safe eating here.

Four of us came for breakfast and we had an excellent time! They had all the necessary COVID prevention measures in place, the food was delicious and the service impeccable! Great work guys!

Everything tasted like coffee, from the flapjack to the tea- my mother never leaves a cup of tea behind- she did today!

This was our second visit to brook side tea rooms and the breakfast was superb. Poached eggs where perfect and very good quality bacon / sausages

All the necessary Covid arrangements in place. The place looks very welcoming. Own car park and garden (where we ate) very tidy.Excellent variety on menu and breakfast items available until 3pm. Very good service; prompt and friendly. Quality of roast beef dinner and scrambled egg/salmon very good. Two main meals with drinks was £26 which represented good value. We will go back often and can thoroughly recommend.

We thoroughly enjoyed our visit to Brookside. Great value baguettes, sandwiches and jacket potatoes. Generous portions and great tasting food, would definitely recommend!

My friend and I had the lamb for lunch for the second time as we had the same dish last year in October, so we decided to have the same dish again. We both enjoyed our meal and were so full after eating it all.

Such a lovely, cosy afternoon in Brookside. We had the savoury tea and the cream tea which were both delicious. The staff we so warm, welcoming and friendly too. A great spot if you're out and about in Dartmoor!

Not welcoming of children at all and only care about regulars. Even though we used to be regulars! Would never go again. Neither will my friends and family.