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Nº 12 in 557 in North Devon

Nº 1 of 5 French in North Devon

CUSTOMERS TALK ABOUT DISHES WITH..steakfishcooked
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Oh I just love this place! We went last night for a Bastille dinner. The food was spectacular, I had a vegetarian Wellington which was absolutely delicious, except it was enormous,covered nearly two thirds of the plate and I felt guilty leaving some. My husband had a steak which was perfectly cooked. This place has a fantastic atmosphere. Small but perfectly formed and buzzing with happy conversation. Thank you Anita Claire for another great meal and evening.

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Janis888 . 2024-07-14

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Lovely intimate setting, staff very welcoming. Food was absolutely stunning, the ingredients were all locally sourced and fresh. Every course was delicious and accompanied by amazing sauces, Peppercorn was to die for. The chef comes to each table after service a lovely touch, definitely be visiting again. And the price is such good value.

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Lesley F . 2024-03-30

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My husband and I had yet another amazing meal last night, the food was outstanding, the atmosphere great, service fantastic, Chef Anita-Clare excells every time. This is by far our favourite restaurant and we cannot recommend it higher

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Lyn22 . 2024-03-30

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This place is amazing, wonderful food, friendly staff from front of house to Anita-Clare the amazing chef. No hesitation in recommending, unless it means no table for my husband and I.

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donka1 . 2024-03-16

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We dined here on Saturday night for the delayed start to the Exmoor Food Fest. On arrival we were greeted by a very smiley and lovely lady who showed us to our table. We’d all ordered something different and couldn’t resist trying each others throughout the evening. Particular highlights were the Coquille St.Jacques, the lemon sole and the Apple Tarte Tatin. My husband had the Pork which he said was deliciously moist and juicy and the ham hock with the best Piccalilli he’s tasted. The other members of our party had Steak and throughly enjoyed it. The atmosphere was buzzing, the restaurant was full and everyone was chattering away and having a great time. Hats off to Chef Anita-Clare. We’ll definitely be back.

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Rachel P . 2024-03-11

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Simple French food, beautifully cooked and served in a warm and friendly atmosphere. Good sized portions and good value for money

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383sue . 2020-03-01

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Went for a social event with my local running club I can’t recommend this restaurant enough , the food is made with such love and care. The ambiance is magical and you leave feeling comfortably full which is so nice I hate small portions The homemade béarnaise sauce is too die for. We always go for special occasions thank you for such an enjoyable meal xx

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JillianWidlake . 2020-02-29

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It’s not just the SERIOUSLY incredible food that makes this place such a gem it’s the whole ambiance. Tiny dining area where you feel you can chat to everyone else but it’s the rest of the staff that also make the whole evening. Totally attentive, friendly and professional but also so relaxed and charming you want to chat to them all night. Wonderful people who contribute to the restaurant with their own home grown salads and homemade dressings and chutneys etc makes it feels like such a family affair. Cannot speak highly enough of every single person who makes this place so much fun and such a fantastic restaurant to come back to time and again. Haven't had such a good night with faultless food (best steak I’ve eaten in years) for such a long time it was a total joy. Thanks everyone. See you soon!

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MIKEPILL . 2020-02-23

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Lovely meal Anita for our group during Exmoor Food Week. Excellent evening for all. By general consensus all will be returning to sample more of your delicious food.

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Motorhomeman2 . 2020-02-23

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Our third visit to your Bistro and again a lovely welcome from your staff. Food was again very well prepared with the bread filled cheese sharing starter lovely. We both had the steak main course whch was tender but we had to take most of it home as we could not finish it due to the aforementioned starter being so moorish and plentiful. To finish we both had the profiteroles. A lovely warm atmosphere on an extremely wild and windy night. Thank you to all the staff once again

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Gary J . 2020-02-17

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Last minute booking for a first visit to this local restaurant, brilliant food, great service, VFM!!

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Northern_Bloke62 . 2020-01-25

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The whole team at La Petitie Bouchee always go out of their way to make sure you have a great evening. The food was superb as ever (best steak this side of Crystal Palace in my opinion!) and the pastry on both the main course Leek Tart and Blueberry Tart dessert was excellent. Lovely confit tomatoe Amuse Bouche too.Thanks gang for a great night - see you in a few weeks for the Exmoor Food Festival.

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John P . 2020-01-25

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This was my first visit and was very impressed with the excellent food and good service. Will definitely be going again.

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Joan C . 2019-11-03

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Thank you so much to the brilliant team at La-Petite Bouchée for giving us the very best wedding reception on 25th October, which we’ll remember forever. Your care, professionalism and attention to every detail were so appreciated by us and all our guests. The food was absolutely delicious - we had French Onion Soup, Venison Casserole and Croquembouche (the best profiteroles EVER). The decorations were a lovely touch and personalised to us and the quality of service second to none. Thank you!

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the_Huttons1000 . 2019-10-28

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A lot of my friends have raved about this, but I'm afraid I don't. The meal was one I could have cooked myself, chicken was dry, atmosphere, there wasn't any and the seating was poor and uncomfortable. The staff were very nice however

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Moomin1953 . 2019-10-04

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Unfortunately first time visit, wish we had gone before as moving away now, but superb meal and would definitely go again if in the area

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yvettec564 . 2019-09-01

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High end food in a lovely tiny restaurant. It feels like you are dining in someones home but the food is city centre standard.

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Claudia Rose M . 2019-08-20

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Our fourth time here after a while away but it was as wonderful as ever. The whole team really make the evening an event. The food was incredibly good as ever and fantastic that so much is sourced so locally.

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John P . 2019-08-17

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We celebrated our 10th wedding anniversary here last weekend. We've been several times before but this was the first visit with our children in tow - they were thoroughly spoiled with flowers on their breaded chicken, unicorn sprinkles on their ice-cream and their first amuse bouche experience! Delicious food and sparkling service as always made for such a special evening. THANK YOU Anita-Clare, and to Linzi and Nigel for looking after us too ❤️.

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Vicky W . 2019-08-06

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It was an unexpected pleasure. We saw the blue van on the street and followed the light of the lanterns inside... maybe eat here tomorrow? It was possible!

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Annafromamsterdam . 2019-08-05

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Friday night my wife and I attended a Caribbean theme menu night at la petite bouchée in witheridge square. We were met at the door with a warm and friendly greeting then taken to our table given time to settle in and choose our drinks which were very promptly brought to us as this was a pre booked and pre- ordered choice the starters were brought to us and the rest of the courses came without a wait or us being rushed and we both really enjoyed each course I couldn’t pick which one I enjoyed most.

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Q3949GNdannyl . 2019-05-19

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I have taken sometime to reflect and consider how to describe this wonderful eatery. My family and I have visited this small restaurant on more than six occasions over the past year or so. Having heard so many wonderful comments and it's reputation for quality locally sourced food that was almost on our doorstep, we were convinced that it was too good to be true, oh no it wasn't. As foodies we are normally disappointed eating out believing we could do better at home. So why is La Petite Bouchee different? It is small, cosy and as you are in one of the rooms in the house you feel and are made to feel part of the family. For those that have eaten in a small rural village restaurant in France, you will know exactly what I am describing. So why has La Petite Bouchee changed our eating out experience? The front of house team are as amazing as the food. We have never come away from the restaurant disappointed in any aspect. The monthly choice is balanced and I even had a vegetarian main, and for a big meat eater that is quite some confession. There is always plenty to eat without leaving feeling that you have made a pig of oneself (they even provide takeaway boxes for when you just let it go back to the kitchen). So what about the proprietor? She is as lovely as the food she prepares. Willing to amend her menu to cater for personal choice. So do I have any complaints? Yes I do. Not about the restaurant or the food but about the people who book and then cancel with little notice. Yes things happen but for a small delightful village restaurant 2 or 4 people cancelling is the difference between breaking even or closing down. To lose such a French gem in the heart of Devon would be soul destroying.

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peterbO185RU . 2019-05-15

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I can only apologise to the LPB team for waiting so long to write a review. We've visited several times as it is local and have always received such a warm welcome. The food has always been excellent. As non meat eaters there is always a good choice of vegetarian and fish dishes. This weekend I sampled Sauce Choron for the first time (I had to look it up) and it was delicious! The fish main (cod) was one of the nicest fish meals I have ever eaten. We never leave hungry, there's bread, a delicious salad and frites with every meal. It's always a relaxed atmosphere. Thank you to the entire team for maintaining such high standards and creating such a wonderful atmosphere.

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285lish . 2019-04-14

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Spent a lovely evening in the wonderful La Petite Bouchee that we are lucky enough to have in our village. It was our first visit but certainly won't be our last - the atmosphere, decor, service and of course the food were all fantastic. The menu had plenty of choice and it was all cooked to perfection. Thankyou for a lovely evening and we are just sorry we haven't visited sooner.

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Gabby W . 2019-04-07

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Wasn't sure what to expect but all exceeded - lovely hosts, loved everything about how the restaurant is accessed and set out. The food was exquisite. So glad we tried this and will definitely be back - be rude not to!

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jennyhawkins2016 . 2019-04-06

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This was our first visit to this local restaurant - and after this visit it will not be the last!

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J6917XZpault . 2019-03-21

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What a night. Thanks to Anita, Linzi and Nigel for once again making it an evening to remember. The meals looked and tasted superb, huge portions but I think we made more than a dent in everything served to us. Looking forward to visiting again later in the year.

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carolfranklyn . 2019-01-27

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So pleased to see the team doing so well and great to have such a high-standard of food on our doorstep. We came for the Burn's Night supper last night and once again it was outstanding. The soup starter had a wonderful depth of flavour and my steak was superb - one of the best I've eaten. My husband is vegetarian and there's always varied and interesting options here. Great staff and ambience too always make it a night to remember. Thanks gang! (From the Crystal Palace Boys)

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John P . 2019-01-26

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As a vegan, eating out is usually disappointing, embarrassing, or both. But, not here! I had an absolutely fantastic meal with my daughter. The vegan food was really good - and it is NOT EASY to create interesting VEGAN food with the depth of flavour that meat automatically brings. This was an unforgettable and very special meal and we are now trying to create another "excuse" to return as soon as possible!

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Helen-Stephanie-1969 . 2018-10-15

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We value sited the restaurant on 9 September with 11 friends as a surprise meal for my wife's birthday . Anita- Clare was great and very accommodating in the pre-meal build up to keep it secret and added special items to the menu which I knew my wife loved. Service was excellent and the biggest problem was choosing what to have from the menu - we could have eaten it all! A great evening had by all and most of us who live locally will be visiting again in the future.

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RetiredRob57 . 2018-09-11

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I have wanted to eat here for a long time and eventually managed it. The restaurant was really charming and the staff were excellent. We had French Onion soup to start which was excellent followed by lovely amuse bouche. My wife had Coq Au Vin which she didn't manage to finish as it was a good helping. I had the steak which was cooked exactly as requested. But I was a little disappointed as it was served with chips and salad which was no different to any Pub meal. The deserts were very nice but again not exceptional. Again I would like to say the service and the friendliness of all concerned was great. Maybe I will have to chose something different when we go again.

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Jeanlucpick . 2018-08-20

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It's unusual to find French cuisine in England so distant from any sizeable town ( Tiverton is about ten miles east) but here you have it. La Petite Bouchee is quirky, the rear room of a house, offering supper on Friday and Saturday evenings in quite an intimate dining space. There are house rules to be observed: pre-ordering your selection from a carefully pitched seasonal menu which champions local suppliers and promising to depart by ten, before you turn into a pumpkin.

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130gerryp . 2018-08-18

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We were looking for a special treat and la petite Bouchee did not disappoint. We enjoyed a delicious taste of France in an intimate setting. The service was excellent, the food was beautifully cooked and well presented. The restaurant offers a good choice of wine which compliments the meals very well. We will certainly be returning for further treats!

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Fernside269 . 2018-08-16

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Food is lovely. Definitely reminds me of many lovely meals in France. Service is very friendly and the atmosphere is great.

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yvette a . 2018-08-15

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Great food and small town french atmosphere in Mid Devon. A treat from our son. He knew we loved French food The evening was relaxed and the owners treated us well. We will return

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Jeff S . 2018-08-15

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Me and the hubby booked up again as really cannot get enough of this wonderful restaurant.

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Bonnycross . 2018-08-02

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By offering only a small selection of dishes and creating a reputation for being hard to get into, this restaurant is clearly hoping to persuade people that they will enjoy some kind of gourmet experience.

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Kenvyn R . 2018-07-15

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If you're a little bored of the same-old menu in your same-old venue, give La Petite Bouchee a whirl. Intimate and fun with superbly cooked food - simple, not over the top but brilliantly put together with warm, friendly service, and...delicious, with the best French fries EVER! Using local producers, the menu changes every month with something for everyone. Sweet razor clams, followed by giant skate wings with a fresh salad; just right on a blistering hot evening!

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BeeBee1264 . 2018-07-08

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The four of us ate here - three of us on our first visit. I was hoping to be impressed as we'd travelled quite a distance to get here.

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Katrina M . 2018-07-07

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Wonderful Hidden gem. A Stunning meal full of flavour in a relaxed friendly atmosphere. Food all locally sourced and was cooked to perfection. Can't wait to book again and go back

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Andy6868 . 2018-07-02

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How can you start to write about how fantastic this whole experience is...from being enticed down a walkway of twinkly lights..... you are following the delicious smells ... Linzi and Nigel greet you on your arrival with smiles and welcoming wishes from start and throughout..fantastic .... you have pre ordered..as each course arrives all your senses are aroused by taste smell vision and I can say from starters to finishers the meal does not disappoint... the food is totally beyond anything I have ever eaten before... Breton fish stew ... was a joy ... please book .. the wonderful creator of these genius dishes that her heart and soul goes in to greets her guests after service with her wit and wisdom and stories ... PERFECT REALLY IS JUST PERFECT TO ALL OF YOU CONCERNED you have to book.. it has seriously put Witheridge on the map ... a must ...

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Bonnycross . 2018-07-01

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We have been too this amazing place seven times now and it really never disappoints, the entire package is perfect, just the right number of people to create a cozy friendly atmosphere, lovely little touches like they remember I like water biscuits with my cheese and the option to try mussels as a starter, and to have this on our doorstep it truly amazing, thank you La Petite Bouchee m&j; xx

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Ladabout . 2018-06-23

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I held back on this review, because I don’t really have anything new to say.

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NeilRV . 2018-06-16

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Sweet, loved it, super decor, great service, nice drinks selection. Super!!! Needs some french music in the background!

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Isa B . 2018-06-13

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This really is a little gem of a restaurant we went here to celebrate my husbands birthday and we weren’t disappointed. Lovely atmosphere , great food and reasonably priced drinks. Will definitely return thank you so much

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JillianWidlake . 2018-05-26

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Amazing little gem in a great location, owner is so passionate about her food, always made welcome and have never had a bad meal. Already booked for next month. Amazing

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simong699 . 2018-05-25

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I cannot fault this wonderful little restaurant.

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footyeti . 2018-05-05

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What else is there to say about this amazing little French Bistro hidden away in a sleepy village in Devon. We were warmly welcomed by the front of house staff Lynsey & Nigel who showed us our table and because you have to pre order the food it did not take long for the 1st course to arrive. It was lovely to meet the owner Anita who also makes you feel so welcome. You arrive as strangers and leave as friends and we have never experienced that before whilst dining out. We will be back

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Gary J . 2018-04-23

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8 of us celebrated six seventieth birthdays on Saturday 20th April and discovered that the owner and chef was also celebrating a birthday. We had a very warm welcome which set the tone for a fabulous evening. The food was excellent. A very French bistro in the heart of the Devon countryside.

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jennygray159 . 2018-04-23

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What a magical treat La Petit Bouchee is! Booking is easy and the ever changing seasonal menu ensures a new experience every time. The restaurant is hidden in a beautiful home in Witheridge. You enter via a candlelit passage and then into a buzzy dinning room. The waiting staff are enthusiastic and helpful. Portions are generous as is bread, butter and the amazing 'frites'. The restaurant has the feel of a relaxed French Bistro with the hum of conversation and laughter. All courses are superb and made with local ingredients. Chatting with the head chef Anita it became apparent the multiple processes and time that goes into each dish. She is passionate about food and shows an ethical approach to dining that is sadly missing from modern chains.

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steven c . 2018-04-22

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How lucky we are to live close to this gorgeous eatery. Lovely service, delicious food in a convivial atmosphere. A real asset to Devon’s growing foodie culture!

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Hildadev . 2018-04-13

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After wanting to visit for some time we made it to this gorgeous little bistro for the first time last night to celebrate my husbands birthday, it was certainly worth the wait. The food was wonderful, the setting and service were perfectly relaxed and friendly, all in all a fantastic combo. We enjoyed a mixture of food, the cassoulet was clearly a labour of love and almost too good to eat, the steak was cooked to perfection and there was silence from our two sons as they devoured mussels and the fish brochette! Our 12 year old summed up the food perfectly by stating that "if i'd eaten that at home I'd have to lick the bowl."

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Jane E . 2018-04-08

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I had been wanting to visit La Petite Bouchée since being n the area last year ( it was fully booked then) and finally got us booked in for a Saturday night. We were not disappointed, from arriving at the he candle lit pathway through to the warm welcome.

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beechcrafter . 2018-04-03

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You may think, hang on a second, there's a restaurant, and it's kind of in a house, in a tiny village in Devon... what on earth? However, it's true and it's a real find. You'll get the warmest welcome known to man or woman and spectacularly good French food. A far cry from most other local venues to be honest and it left me wanting to come back over and over (sadly I live far away which is a real shame!).

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Rosie A . 2018-04-03

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Really love this place. Perfect blend of super food, considerate and personal service, great value and lovely setting. Never dissapoints.

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rosshmitchell . 2018-03-19

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A great restaurant gives you wonderful food and also a magical sense of being transported to someplace special. La Petite Bouchee does that brilliantly. We are eagerly looking forward to our next visit!

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Nor_in_London . 2018-03-13

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I can't recommend La Petite Bouchee highly enough - carefully-considered menus filled with wonderfully authentic French cuisine; everything delicious to the last mouthful and very fairly priced. The restaurant is cosy and the service swift, professional and personal. We're already planning our next trip (and we live 250 miles away!)

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joelogic . 2018-03-13

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Since the move from Sydenham to Witheridge, we've been meaning to visit and it was well worth the wait.

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RSLAL . 2018-03-13

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I never have tasted such fantastic fresh, greatly prepared shellfish! Along with the bisque, chips and quality cheese. My friend and I were blown over by the quality of food and service! So much so that I have booked our holiday for 2018 specifically to see Anita-Clare and her team again! And I cannot wait. Even as I write this review I am salivating!!! Roll on May 2018, my tastebuds can’t wait!!

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Danni C . 2018-03-13

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If you live in the village of Whitheridge

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simong699 . 2018-03-05

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Really loved this place, could not fault a single thing, first time we had eaten and would go back tomorrow if we could, food service are excellent, totally loved the low waist logic, people actually talk to each other and not a mobile phone in site, thank you so much.

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Ladabout . 2018-02-23

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La petite bouchée is a unique dining experience that was so much needed in Devon. This is " only" our 3 rd visit to this exceptional restaurant so professionally run by Anita Claire, amazing chef/owner, Lindsey and Nigel at the front. The menu will be changing every month, and you need to preorder, so check the website for regular updates. I have never tasted food that excellent before, nor looking forward to going to restaurant like this before. This is just a gem , but not waiting to be discovered anymore as it is, not surprisingly getting booked up very quickly. No wonder. The superb little touches also make a massive difference, there are no table numbers, but everyone remembers your name, and a drink came after our dessert as Anita and Lindsey remembered it was our wedding anniversary. Where else, would you find, phenomenal food cooked by a passionate chef, amazing service and personal touches like this place? Dont waste any time looking elsewhere.I just wish i could be going every week. A true asset to the local area.If I could score a 6/5 for la petite bouchée, then i would do it. Can't wait to go back.

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ukollie59 . 2018-02-21

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La Petite Bouchee is a really unique and amazing experience. I highly recommend it.

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Michael R . 2018-02-16

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We went here for my husband's birthday treat and were very impressed. Service was friendly and efficient. All the food was lovely and well cooked - I could have easily sat and eaten a whole meal's worth of the seared scallops I had for starters, but then I'd have missed the cute little amuse bouches and the magnificent short rib beef, not to mention the lovely pudding (poached pears in creme anglais) and the perfectly ripe cheeses. The wine list was interesting and reasonably priced. We will be back!

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Mandy H . 2018-01-21

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We had such a lovely evening on Saturday. The food was second to none and we felt very welcome here.

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janiceg1377 . 2018-01-14

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A delicious dinner was served to us at La Petite Bouchée. On arrival in the Village Square you are led to the restaurant by a beautiful trail of candles and fairy lights. On entering, a warm welcome from the Maitre D, lovely Christmas decorations and candles, very cosy. As we had pre ordered are food all we had to do was order drinks , and we both had a delicious cocktail, I cant remember the name, but it was Champagne, Gome, Gin and lemon, v good, beware quite strong!

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edwardm394 . 2017-12-14

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Wonderful welcome, gorgeous food and very generous portions. We will be back. A true delight that shouldn't be missed.

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Pamela S . 2017-12-10

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Living in Witheridge I am ashamed to say this was the first time we booked. We had my parents over for the evening and they wanted to treat us to a meal out so we decided to book La Petite Bouchee - being virtually on our doorstep we could have a glass or two and stagger home!

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helenashton66 . 2017-11-21

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We went for our 1st wedding anniversary on a Friday evening. We were greeted by charming people in a quaint restaurant . The food was excellent the wine from Bergerac excellent . Chef came out at the end of Service and spoke to everyone which I think was a great touch.

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Durb1593 . 2017-11-02

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La Petite Bouchee... Amazing. We parked in the 'square' to be greeted by the gorgeous lit up Citroen van. To the side of the house were fairy lights lighting the path to La Petite Bouchee restaurant. On arrival we were greeted by Lindsey who was very welcoming and so helpful. We'd already ordered of course because you have to do this a few days prior to arrival- this is such a great idea, I love the fact that La Petite Bouchee are trying to minimalize waste.

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charrad1188 . 2017-10-31

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I was so looking forward to visiting Anita-Clare and her team down at La Petite Bouchée having followed her progress from the famous little blue Citroen Van in Crystal Palace to the new restaurant in her home. Well Friday 13th was going to be that day. I had decided that as it is a little journey from Essex to Devon that I would combine the trip with a long weekend away for myself and my Mum. We arrived in Witheridge hoping the satnav would get us to our destination but no need to panic. As soon as you turn into the square there infront of you is the welcoming sight of the LPB Citroen resplendent in all its glory guiding you like a beacon to the entrance. Now on to the food. Fantastic, superb, amazing. I have read about the numerous awards LPB has received and now having tasted the food I can see why. I am no food critic but I know what I like and I liked this food. Lovely clean, fresh flavours not so overseasoned that it disguises what you are actually eating. I love the fact you choose your courses in advance thus reducing the waste factor at the restaurant. All I can say is if you are in the area or within a 300 mile drive it is certainly worth a visit, you will not be disappointed.

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carol120662 . 2017-10-14

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The food from this small restaurant is amazing. The menu choices are very good and the attention to detail is outstanding along with the presentation of the food. The drinks list is extensive with some of the nicest French wines available coupled with local ciders and beers and soft drinks.

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Emma K . 2017-10-01

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I have wanted to dine at LPB since its very early days in Sydenham Wells park in London, and despite having made a reservation in the past the fates conspired against me. Imagine my delight when I called Anita-Clare to discover there had been a cancelation. So off to Devon I trekked.

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Petplant . 2017-09-25

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I had heard about this restaurant from my local radio station and loved the unique concept and particularly the French cuisine. The website was teasingly tempting and very easy to book a table directly.

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Helen D . 2017-09-24

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My husband and I have recently had an incredible meal at La Petite Bouchee. We were lucky to get a table at fairly short notice as they are getting booked up months in advance.

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Vicky W . 2017-09-24

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Had high hopes. Food was ok but certainly not French. Bit overpriced do question if owners have eaten in a French restaurant. The idea is a good one but you need to cook food I could not make for myself.

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401phild . 2017-09-23

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We get the menu well in advance - on line - and book early. Funny you think? - not really as then we then know exactly what we want and it is prepared and cooked for us in advance and so served without delay - if we didn't like that menu then we would not go that time - hasn't happened so far. We had seven years of holidays in France and love their food - plus many day trips across to B and C. You get four courses for £30 - each to his own but I think that is good value. (Now don't put the prices up, Anita-Clair) If you don't want wine then there are bottled drinks or, of course, water. The staff are amiable and chat - should you want to - and are certainly more amicable than in your average French restaurant. The main thing is that I love the food - as does my wife.

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YoungOcto . 2017-09-13

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We visited as 3 adults and 2 children in last week of August.

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Nige T . 2017-09-04

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I've been following Anita-Clare's progress some some years starting I think with twitter, when she had a dreadful problem with a broken arm - since healed. I was unable to make it to the pop up restaurant in a London park so when we planned to visit Devon some months ago I decided that we should make the effort and book a table. At the time I didn't realise how big Devon was or how long it takes to get anywhere through the little lanes but I have to say the effort was well worth it.

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Birgitanne . 2017-08-31

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After many months of drooling over their Facebook page we finally made it for dinner. Hidden in the village square you cannot miss this little gem as it's location is proudly depicted by the vintage Citroen van outside - beautifully lit up with fairy lights and the essential french red and white chequered table cloth. Inside the dining area is just like a bistro in the backstreets of rural France and the food - well what can I say? Incroyable! Each course was beautifully presented and tasted amazing although I feel my husband wished he had chosen the Fruits de Mer as his eyes bulged as it went passed! Maybe next time..... Do not miss this little piece of France in Devon.

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Pinkyjack . 2017-08-31

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Absolutely fantastic. Great food, setting and ambiance at very reasonable prices. By far the best around here.

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Mike_Sue_F_Park . 2017-08-20

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We were meant to have had dinner in the French Camper Van when it was located in London, but unfortunately, a couple of days before we were due to go, it was vandalised, such a shame. When La Petite Bouchée relocated to Witheridge, it was an ideal time to book for a long weekend in Devon and celebrate my birthday at the same time .We travelled down the day before with friends and eagerly anticipated our dinner the following night. We weren't disappointed. We were greeted warmly by the staff and started off with aperitifs. I had the pate with pickled vegetables, followed by the Bourride (fish stew). Yum. The cheese board was sumptuous. The amuse bouche of Pea and mint sorbet and the cucumber gazpacho were refreshing in the middle. A lovely birhday cake was provided as a surprise. It was lovely to meet Anita, who I have corresponded with over the past 9 months, in person. Great Chef!! We will be back again soon.

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907gailm . 2017-08-16

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I live in the village and feel very lucky to have this restaurant on my doorstep. We went with friends and all 4 of us thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of our meal. We certainly went away feeling extremely full! As it is a small restaurant and there is no other sitting, there is no pressure to vacate the table, and as you have already chosen your meal, there is no wasted time chosing. Just plenty of time to socialise and savour the wonderful food. Go ahead, try it. You won't regret it.

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AndreaC7991 . 2017-08-13

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After following La Petite Bouchee on Facebook, twitter & Instagram since they won 'Time Out' for the best restaurant in Sydenham London a few years ago I was so excited to find out that Anita-Clare and Caroline Field were to be opening up a supper club in the dining room of their beautiful home in Witheridge just down the road to where my parents lived!!! Not having much chance to be able to visit due to living in France the one thing I was determined to do when I visited my parents in July earlier this year was to book a table at La Petite Bouchee and try out the French cuisine they have won awards for. I only wish I lived closer so I could keep going back because it is a real Gem. The people of Witheridge are very lucky to have La Petite Bouchee on their doorstep!! From walking down the candlelit path to the restaurant and being shown to our table to finishing our delicious meal, every detail is thought out with love and care!! All the ingredients are fresh and locally sourced and you are looked after and made to feel so comfortable and relaxed!! All our menu choices were chosen beforehand so all that was needed to be done was choose some drinks and relax!!!! I chose the steak and have to say it was cooked to perfection, melt in the mouth and ever so tasty with a delicious peppercorn sauce to accompany!!!! It was a fabulous evening from start to finish and so lovely to meet the chef and have a chat. It's very clear to see the love and hard work that goes into creating such a fabulous place!!!! Thank you for such an amazing meal. From start to finish I loved it all!!! I definitely will be back next time I'm visiting my parents!!!!

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PFOwner . 2017-08-13

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Saw this on Hidden Restaurants and was delighted to see that it was near where I was staying on holiday. Booked via the website and excitement mounted. On arrival, it was easy to see where the restaurant was with the van outside and wonderful candlelit path to the door. Felt like I was dropping round to friends for dinner as the welcome was warm.

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Thevtwins . 2017-08-12

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Having seen this on channel 4's Hidden Restaurants I knew i must try it out, and I wasn't disappointed. The food was of a high standard and the owners were amazing and couldn't do enough for you. Would recommend booking ahead just in case as its in the middle of now where and a bit of a journey and with only 20 places. Hopefully the chefs table will be open soon and this will be a great addition to the restaurant. Well done ladies keep up the hard work

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Lillaccookie . 2017-07-18

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We visited La petite 07/07 just to test it out and not disappointed, starter was mackerel pate for myself my partner had duck, fish dish was the salmon small but gorgeous main dish for both of us was Coq Au Vin which was delicious accompanied with a nice salad and chips and for dessert Peach tarte tatin for my partner and I had a scrumptious selection of cheeses

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JohanC954 . 2017-07-08

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My wife found this lovely restaurant on Facebook and she's been following it ever since. Situated on the square of the lovely and sleepy town of witheridge, we were first of all welcomed by a lovely man who was putting up bunting and French flags. The quirky looking 1960's citroen located at the front of the restaurant adds a lot of charm and character. Although the restaurant was quiet, the ambiance and decor were so lovely, we spent a lovely evening. The service was excellent and the food second to none, and we even tried some lovely 2 sorts of picked pears ( they were great with the cheeseboard). We had the pleasure to meet Anita, the Chef/owner of the business, who came out to introduce herself and told us about her London experience. Everyone working in this restaurant is so friendly and very accommodating, nothing was too much trouble. This is a very new restaurant and I hope it'll receive all the credits it deserves. Will definitely return! Well done " la petite Bouchee"

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ukollie59 . 2017-06-23

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