Charlie Friday's in North Devon

Whenever we are in Lynton, we go to Charlie Friday's and it's still Brill after all these years.

Lovely breakfast (full english) dog friendly. Shame I'm not here longer would have liked to come back for Mexican night! 😀

Lovely friendly cafe with great food and atmosphere. Love the wish wall! Only downfall was that there was more vegan food mentioned online than there was in the cafe.

Great service, beer, smoothies and cake! Dog-friendly too!

Greeted by a lovely spicy smell in the air for what was, for us, just a place for coffee and a light nibble. Cakes were great and the atmosphere 'comfortable' with a bohemian edge. Lovely.

We were recommended this cafe/restaurant in Lynton by some locals who said it was 'fun'. They were right. We really enjoyed 2 lunches there even though the cooking is not haute cuisine. It was tasty and well served and we would recommend it.

Best breakfast I’ve had in a long time. The cafe is beautiful and the food sensational. Could have stayed all day and just kept ordering. We also stayed the night in the snug, booked via air b n b. Lovely accommodation, so central and brilliantly put together. Will definitely be back!

Lovely atmosphere, great sponge cake and good chai. My favourite place to sit and write

Absolute GEM. Fantastic coffee and lunch. We were so happy we did not want to leave. The food was so good I had no time to take pics as it just disappeared! Our boys loved the waffles and milkshakes and I was in love the flatbread and the rice dish (forgot the name!). If we are back in the area we will definitely be back!!

Superb breakfast, can be busy - not sure if you can book ahead? Decent coffees, cakes looked amazing but I was too full after the breakfast!

Very nice veggie soup. The atmosphere was very chill and entertaining

We randomly popped into this licensed funky bar/cafe for a quick bite and a winter warmer. It was a great experience. The tag wishing wall in itself is worth the visit. We both had the shakshuka with sausage and both agreed it was quality. The staff were friendly as and everything was priced as it should be. It’s not a massive place so would fill up quickly in holiday seasons. We loved it and would go back on future visits. Thanks to all the staff for a great experience.

On a bitterly cold day it was a friendly oasis of warmth, great atmosphere and good coffee and cake!

Charlie Friday's provides a bustling atmosphere, particularly noteworthy as one of the only cafes open in the area. Unfortunately, the food was served lukewarm and the bacon was quite hard and chewy which was a real shame. While the staff seemed slightly rushed, it's understandable given the circumstances. On a positive note, the milkshakes and smoothies were delightful, adding a sweet touch to the experience. The vibrant interior adds a lively ambiance, making it a decent option for those seeking a unique and energetic coffee shop setting. Overall, the cafe could do with some improvement on their cooked food, but the drinks menu is definitely their strong point.

You can't beat this place for its food, drink and ambience. Always a fab experience!

I really like the vibe in this cafe, it’s bright and welcoming and dog-friendly. Great smoothies and although not loads of vegan options what they have are delicious.

Thank you Charlie Fridays for a lovely Sunday breakfast for all of us. We will be back again. Vegan-friendly options as well.

Disappointing. Looks nice and food was ok but the tables were covered in dirty mugs, a portion of nuts took 30mins to arrive and the young lady on the till was extremely rude to me.'I've only got 2 hands!' When I politely asked whether I could get some milk with my tea. Wouldn't go there again.

Came for brunch on the strength of a previous excellent visit, but it ends at noon and we were a good deal later. So we had lunch instead, and it was even better! The best bowl of chilli beef nachos I've ever had, and a truly excellent Buddha bowl, both dishes leaving us very content. The decor is very pleasing, the atmosphere relaxed and service friendly, helpful and efficient. One of us requires gluten-free food and they accommodated that easily. Cannot recommend too highly.

Popped in for Pizza Thursday. There were some interesting, unusual combinations which are a change from the usual offerings. The mackerel and crispy seaweed ( with reduced cheese) pizza was excellent, very flavourful, a thin base. The stilton and pear Pizza was declared excellent too. Great cocktails. Good atmosphere

Lovely food! Really friendly staff and a great, quirky atmosphere! Had the nacho pie and it was lush, would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a little stop off in Linton for lunch!

Lovely place, loved the decoration and the atmosphere!

We loved this cafe! Quirky interior Fabulous staff Delicious breakfasts Freshly squeezed orange juice Chilli flakes on a fried egg is a revelation! Dog friendly In fact totally friendly!

The food was very good but the selection of dishes was very limited. We sat downstairs but it wasn't a great choice for a two year old as the staircase was metal, curved and steep. Prices we thought were on the high side and especially £4.75 for a toasted teacake!!!

Hands down the best fry up I've ever had!! Lovely little place with loads of character. Very friendly staff. Can't recommend enough!!.

Charlie Friday's was a quirky pleasant and popular cafe where we had coffee and no food so this review relates only to atmosphere and the coffee. Friendly service and nice decor.

Visited three times on this holiday. Twice for lunch and once in the evening for the pizza and cocktail night. Excellent 👍. Especially like the Buddha bowls.

My friend and I enjoyed a very pleasant, interesting stop here one midweek afternoon recently. We really loved the great, imaginative surroundings. The staff were very friendly & helpful and we were offered good choices of food and drinks. All in all very enjoyable.

Lovely place to eat. Food was amazing. Staff extremely friendly. Highly recommended. 👌😉

We visited this perfect quirky little eaterie whilst on our holiday, wow the best nachos we have ever eaten and our daughter is vegan loved her meal, staff were very helpful and happy to adapt our food for us. Would definitely recommend this great little cafe 😋 a perfect find

The decor is lovely the staff friendly and the food was delicious. Well worth a visit. The Nachos were hot but yummy.

Haben nur etwas getrunken. Tolle Atmosphäre und nette Bedienung.

Wonderful place. So colourful and friendly. Kids and dogs welcome and plenty of games to play. Will be returning.

Great cafe with a cosy feeling, nice brunch and lunch menu. Wednesday’s open mic is good fun with great cocktails. Highly recommend this place

Staff were very friendly and helpful. Nicely decorated and quirky inside. Quick service despite it being quite busy. Really good breakfast options and food was good quality.

We were visiting and stumbled upon this amazing place on Saturday evening. We ordered pizzas which were amazing, the staff were super friendly and we had an amazing time.

What a gem of a find in the lovely village of Lyndon-we stumbled across it looking for lunch and the food was excellent with fascinating decor. Book in advance for dinner apparently in holiday season.

I really wanted to love this place. But I just didn’t. It wasn’t very busy when I visited so there was no atmosphere and the food took a long time to come out. When it did it was over cooked and I didn’t enjoy it, one member of staff did apologise for it being overdone but that was it. The aesthetic is really nice, they allow dogs, and the staff were friendly but very cliquey. They were more interested in gossiping amongst themselves and while I was eating one member of staff was loudly talking about her recent bowel movements!!! I left feeling quite uncomfortable and wouldn’t go back.

Quirky place. Nice food and drinks. They serve a great range of coffees & smoothies. Been before. They are also open Wednesday evenings at the moment with live music.

Went here on the first day of our vacation in Lynton for breakfast, were immediately in love with the atmosphere at Charlie Fridays! Food was great, so came back for coffee, mocktail and the most delicious Pear o’ Nuts pizza! Very friendly staff too! Our favorite place in Lynton! Hope to be back!!

What a fantastic find in the heart of old town. Stunning… stunning… stunning coffee, lovely juicy, fresh salads and great people.

Very long time to get served , 45 mins for a pizza , the prices on the website were £12.95 the prices in the restaurant were £14.95, when questioned the answer was “ oh you know inflation.., we always update it outside “ I went outside … it said £12.95 ! Ridiculous nonsense !

Very rude girl behind the bar. Apparently closes at 11 but seems they won’t let you in at the 10:15. Your loss

Wonderful little place, great food and coffee to match. Had some lunch one day of veg nachos and followed the next day with breakfast of mushrooms spinach on toast which was super yum.

Dropped in to this coffee shop and it was pure delight in an instant. Relaxed vibes and great food. I opted for the veggie breakfast and was overloaded with wholesome goodness - Halloumi, mushroom, tomatoes and fried egg on a buster slice of wholemeal. Topped with toasted sunflower seeds and a side of flat white coffee. A true delight and very friendly staff. A must visit!!!

Great spot. Staff were friendly and attentive. Full English was fab and the halloumi fries I had for lunch was also tasty. Wi-Fi was flawless as I was there for some hours working on my laptop. Unlikely I will return to lynton but I know...

Great venue, would have been 5 for food but a little too much Olive Oil on the Sourdough pesto breakfast for us !

Absolutely fabulous, daughter was very happy with her Gluten Free full English breakfast, milkshakes, tea and coffee very good too. Also if it's raining... There's plenty of good board games to play waiting for the rain to pass. Can't recommend highly enough. Went back this year, can now also thoroughly recommend their Nachos with chill.

The best pizza in the area in friendly quirky surroundings with great atmosphere & good music. Also had a mackerel salad on a lunch time visit that was delicious.

Excellent lunch spot if you’re craving a modern, veggie, healthy break from seaside fish and chips. Quirky decor, boho vibe and friendly atmosphere. Plenty of games if you need to wile away some time in bad weather (or good weather if you’re just a game-fiend).

Sehr schönes Café mit Blick auf das Detail. Sehr gemütlich und locker. Sehr gutes Essen, super Qualität. Ein echter Geheimtipp.

Great cafe, lovely food, staff are really friendly with locals and travellers even managed to get next door open to purchase some records! Highly recommended :)

We called in for lunch whilst visiting Lynton for the day. We both had salad bowls which were tasty but the experience was spoiled by finding a large piece of white plastic in a mouthful of the ingredients. It looked like part of a bottle...

Quirky place for pizza! Great decor and concept to be just a little bit different. Good service, great drinks and dog friendly which is important when we are on holiday- otherwise we wouldn’t go there!

Pizza night and they did not disappoint. Quirky, eclectic and vibrant place. Good food, served by great staff. It is not a 5star restaurant but it is unique. Simple but great food with some surprising options such as Blue cheese, pear and walnut pizza. Totally...

Lovely place bustling with locals & great coffees!

Our first visit to Lynton and popped in for our morning coffee and so glad we did. Gorgeous quirky licensed cafe, great staff and the coffee and cake was lush.

Great little place, wonderful atmosphere and friendly service. Gluten-free and vegan/dairy-free options (simultaneously!). Really enjoyed my Buddha bowl - very filling!

Visited on a Sunday after going on the cliff railway! We initially planned to eat at the cafe at the top of the railway as they advertised vegan food as hubby is vegan. Luckily for us they had sold out of everything vegan and all...

No exaggeration THE BEST nachos I've ever had. If you are vegetarian you need to eat here. NOW!

Really cool coffee shop in Lynton. Interior is very hip and the staff were happy for our daughter to play with some of the items (guitars!). Cream tea was very nice with giant scones. Adding rose to the jam and cream was a nice touch too

Popped in for coffee and cake and found the staff friendly, the coffee tasty and the happy cake (I think that's what it was called) very tasty. The decor is what I would describe as retro Boho. Lovely little place, just a shame we had...

Excellent five star 🌟. Food great. Staff make you very welcome. Very clean. One off the best .Will be back next year . Thanks Robin 👍

Pizza & Cocktail night. Very tasty pizza & garlic bread. Very busy so glad I booked. Bit of a wait for the food but only to be expected when cooked fresh to order. Very friendly staff.

An absolutely delightful place. Came across it by accident and so pleased we did. A warm friendly atmosphere without being intrusive. Spotlessly clean everywhere, and a lot of lovely thoughtful touches. Excellent food, and dog friendly, what more could you ask for.

Great place, Great food and vibes. Can’t wait to go back

Vegan mushroom, spinach and pesto sourdough bread was melt in your mouth good, shared one between the two of us and it was enough for us. and the coffee was sooooo good. Lovely decor, helpful staff. Would only suggest they make vegan options clearer on the menu.

Lovely atmosphere in a delightful licences cafe (with good range of drinks) Decor is quirky. Staff great and although we didn’t have food what we saw was excellent. The Stilton cheese on tea cakes looked very interesting. A bottle of local coombe valley ale and...

Excellent place. Very friendly. Best budda bowl I have had for ages. Delicious cakes and tasty coffee. Well worth a visit

Great place. Food is always excellent. Used by the locals so you know it's going to be good.

We chose a bad day to go. A new staff member not on the ball. Usually ok there. Can be a bit on the pricey side. Coffee good and the food alright.

Great cafe in Lynton. It has a range of interesting food options all in a quirky ambiance. Licensed premises so they have beer as well as the normal range of coffees and soft drinks

My favourite place to eat & have coffee in North Devon (that Buddha bowl!!!). The amazing @charliefridays 🙌🏻🔥

We popped in on the off chance and was pleasantly surprised. Quirky decor and friendly staff. We opted for a cream tea. A little disappointed they didn't have fruit scones so opted for the chocolate chip. When it came about 5mins later it was lovely...

nice atmosphere and a cool place to have a break and eat

Stopped in for lunch with friends and it was really nice. I had a curry bowl with rice and all sorts of lovely tasty bits, perfect coffee and a slice of apricot seed cake, which was amazing. Loved this place and will be back very...

What a lovely place. The breakfast was fantastic. Great ingredients cooked to perfection. Top marks to the chef. Now ranked as one of the best breakfasts i have ever had. 3 days after, and i am still recalling it with my lips smacking..

Call in for lunch lovely staff We sat down and looked at the options on the menu and ordered the following Brunch bowel Nachos with beans and cheese When our food arrived it looked amazing And tasted amazing too There was no rush to leave...

I've been coming regularly to Lynton/Lynmouth for 30 years and only just found Charlie Friday's. No doubt the best eatery here, bar none.

Charlie Friday's was honestly amazing. Great service and breakfast and really excellent surroundings

It's always lovely. The food, staff atmosphere are fantastic.

Extremely dog friendly local cafe with outstanding food. A real find. We didn’t reserve a table but maybe should have done as busy but we waited just 5 minutes. I had the Buddha bowl which was billed as “ full of happiness “ which it...

Lovely atmosphere. The menu is limited but that just means they can focus on the quality. We had wonderful waffles with a variety of toppings and they were happy to cater to specific requests.

This place is something else ! We had a really good meal, and not too expensive. Vegetarianism can be fun - even for a habitual omnivore.

The best tea I’ve had in my life. Really. Very friendly staff, dogs welcome. Brilliant

Had a lovely lunch here - food, coffee and service was excellent. Limited menu but everything fresh and lots of vegetarian choice. Tempted by the homemade cakes but too full! Very dog friendly. .

A fantastic little cafe with amazing energy and a very communal happy vibe. The food was great, rich and delicious, the drinks selection was spot on (a great range of different kinds of hot drinks beyond your teas and coffees) and they had board games to boot!

We had a great meal with locally sourced ingredients where possible. It’s a quirky little restaurant in a great area of Exmoor with the best tasting coffee in the area. We will certainly visit again, Lynton and Lynmouth are a spectacular area of Exmoor.

Lieu chaleureux, original et agreable. Super cream tea et boissons chaudes ! Hautement recommande apres une balade dans la Valley of Rocks.

Lots of key ingredients were unavailable, service was so slow that we nearly gave up and left and would have done had it not been for the fact that we had a lovely table in the sunshine. Breakfast was disappointing when it arrived and very...

Tried to go on a Monday morning before we left town based on the hours posted on Google (updated 8 weeks ago), but was closed, and wasn't able to get a breakfast in town because nothing else was open either :-(

Sadly, I'll never know how good the Buddah bowl would have tasted with Halloumi, it's such a shame the restaurant had run out and didn't bother to stock up on it (on a Saturday as well!). However, the food and ambiance is top notch, and I would recommend for lunch.

Sadly, I'll never know how good the Buddah bowl would have tasted with Halloumi, it's such a shame the restaurant had run out and didn't bother to stock up on it (on a Saturday as well!). However, the food and ambiance is top notch, and...

Slow service, 45 mins for cooked breakfast, but when it arrived it was really nice!!

Just a lovely find in a town full of pretty average cafes. Veggie style menu with fish and meat options, lovely service and dog friendly. Well worth the search.

Best coffee and cake ever... Great place...

We all get busy sometimes, but at least acknowledge and welcome people who visit your establishment

Stopped here for a coffee but seen the food and decided to have some soup. Not sure what the mushroom soup was made of, but it was the nicest mushroom soup I have eaten (and I eat a lot of soup 😁)!....The coffee which is...

Marvellous little bistro fantastic atmosphere and brilliant decor. Food was outstanding and great value we had the buddha bowl with added mackerel. It was delicious

The bright colours of the signage and brand straightaway made us want to go inside this wonderful cafe! The coffee and full breakfast was superb as was the service. The decor is magnificent. Highly recommend.