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Nº 480 in 557 in Exeter

Nº 100 of 112 Other cuisines in Exeter

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We decided to take my son and his partner to Rendezvous the as a celebratory birthday meal. We had promised a super experience on the basis that it was our favourite Exeter restaurant. Unfortunately, the experience was not as we had come to expect. The fact that we had to go to the bar to get our first drinks for the table did not bear well for the meal. For whatever reason, we waited for 45 minutes before we were even asked for our order. A very disappointing experience given that guests arriving after us appeared to be prioritised over us. When the food arrived it was lovely but the experience had be ruined by poor service. We will think twice before returning again.

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Shaun M . 2024-10-31

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Called in here midweek and was lucky enough to get a table. Everything was excellent from the welcome to the wine. I had two courses goats cheese to start and hake as a main. The Goats Cheese starter was nicely sized with a lot of flavour from the accompanying beetroot, pear and shallot (?). This left room for herb crusted hake which was served in a buerre sauce with lots of different vegetables- curried cauliflower, leek, sweetcorn, broccoli and others. It “worked” really well. The place was nicely busy but the service was spot on.

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Andy985 . 2024-10-13

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Excellent meal as always. Starters – ox cheek and fishcake – were exceptional. Generous and very tasty. For mains, we had the lamb rump and shoulder and the chicken supreme. Both very, very good. Great choice of wine by the glass.

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JRB_Devon . 2024-09-05

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Stunning lunch, with exceptional service on a sunny Saturday. Lovely 2 course lunch in the garden. Amazing flavours. Will definitely be back.

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celia591 . 2024-08-24

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Really enjoyed our early evening meal in this restaurant. We’ve been before but not for a while. We sat in a quirky arched area with just us on the one table, we liked this. The food was tasty, service good, red wine by the glass was excellent. By the time we left it was busy and had a nice atmosphere.

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Happy eater . 2024-08-18

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Having researched all the fine dining options in Exeter this restaurant caught my eye, and when we visited it certainly lived up to expectations. The menu had plenty to appeal but I was particularly happy with the ribeye of pork which I chose as the main course. The selection of vegetables was superb, and every element of the dish was well crafted. Clearly there is a great deal of expertise in the kitchen. Service was professional and friendly but not over fussy. It made for a delightful evening, and I can't wait to make a return visit.

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Stephen S . 2024-08-06

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Have visited this independent restaurant several times now and have always had the most outstanding food and service. Every dish I have had has been delicious - fresh, seasonal and unique. Highly recommended.

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Emma C . 2024-07-19

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Been here a few times & each time it impresses. Monday lunch is limited in Exeter from independent operators so Rendevous is a must & you should avoid the grey chains on offer elsewhere in Exeter. Really great wine list (order the Pieropan if only as an aperitif.) & food that offer flavour combinations & variety that work from a Chef who obviously knows their stuff. Bravo.

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W333EEE . 2024-06-17

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A hidden gem. We came here for Dinner during a city break in Exeter. The staff were incredibly welcoming and helpful. The food was top quality; we enjoyed rack of lamb particularly. The wine list is interesting and well selected and prices are not over the top. We had a great Ribera del Duero with the lamb, and it was from an exceptional vintage. It looks like someone really knows what they are doing when putting this list together. Access from the front is a challenge if you are very unsteady on your feet, however we did discover a much easier way in round the back with just a few steps and a solid handrail.

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bgks . 2024-05-16

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Went with friends. Wine list excellent. Had local fizz and white. Meal superb. Lots of flavours on each plate. Also enjoyed dessert which I normally pass on. Gemma the owner was serving and was a great host. Would recommend.

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clarerachel . 2024-04-21

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Lived in Devon for over 10 years, and had heard about Rendezvous but had never been until last night for the first of many visits. Perfectly relaxed service with attention to detail and friendly advice. Enjoyed the Lyme Bay fizz and dry white while the food was exquisite. My mouth waters thinking about the Banana Tarte Tatin. Fantastic to be served by the owner with her warm smile and knowledge of the food and wine. Look forward to returning.

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Judith v . 2024-04-21

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We took a chance on Rendevous, even though the website is pretty poor and only showed the valentine's day menu. We'd spotted the wine bar on a wander around Exeter, and had hoped it would, at the very least, have a lovely glass of wine. It didn't disappoint. We ate expertly cooked scallops with crushed peas, and a smoked salmon starter, followed by the pork dish and a lamb dish. It was all very beautiful to look at and to taste. Finally, banana tarte tatin was enjoyed by two of us, and a very generous glass of sweet dessert wine (black muscat). The wine list was good, and we thoroughly enjoyed our shiraz, and the beer was also cold and appreciated. We'd like to return, and enquired about bringing a vegan diner with us - which the restaurant would be happy to accommodate if we mention it at booking. I'd be willing to take a punt on them making our vegan feel just as delighted with the food as we were. Really lovely atmosphere, nice size tables, and while it was busy it was still easy to enjoy our own conversation easily. The staff were also very welcoming and took care of us very well, and we look forward to returning. 10/10

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Mrandmsp . 2024-02-19

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So last year we attended for our first date nite food was always amazing and also had been before with friends. On the 13 th of February myself and my partner went for out anniversary dinner and personally felt the food wasn't up to the usual standard. The lamb advertisted as broadclyst lamb was clearly not as I know the farmers in broadclyst it was from mackro . The scallops were not cooked very well .only thing I actually enjoyed was being with my partner and the wine.. definitely changed from what it was before left dissatisfied and I'm not one too complain but sorry standard's have massively dropped

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Paul P . 2024-02-14

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Been going to rendezvous for some time now. Great for all occasions. Great food, great wine and Gemma and the team are fab. Do go and visit.

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J1159NBchrisn . 2024-02-06

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Had a lovely work Christmas party at Rendezvous, you really do get what you pay for, really high quality, delicious and well thought out food. The flavours were just incredible- highly recommend!!

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Rachel C . 2023-12-22

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We were booked for 1.15, we came a little early and expected to sit and drink for a while but…..no-one came to take our food order until 1.40. The meze plate was good, but only a small amount (about one tablespoonful) of hummus. I had salmon, turned out to be a very small piece (less than 100gms I’d estimate). Also a miserly amount of sauce. The vegetables were very good and nicely cooked. The desserts were great. So altogether not as good as last time I ate here.

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Jen J . 2023-12-13

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Excellent ! We went there for lunch and the food was truly amazing. We had the fish for main an a delicious chocolate ganache to follow. Service was excellent as well.

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eamonny2022 . 2023-11-29

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Our time at Rendezvous was amazing. The place feels cosy and is very welcoming. The staff were really nice and helped us pick great wines for our meal. The steak was super tasty, and the cheese board was a treat. They know how to make things special, even the music and decor. If you want a really lovely meal out that feels cosy with really good food and wine, this is the spot. Totally recommend it for a great time with delicious eats and drinks!

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Cruiser09468603593 . 2023-11-23

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Amazing food and amazing staff . Highly attentive . Food came out quickly . Can’t fault the evening . Would highly recommend

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X2514XAemilyc . 2023-11-18

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It was my first visit to Exeter and I went to this restaurant with an old friend. The owner was very welcoming and friendly from the outset. We had a really nice table under the window, an excellent champagne, and three courses each. The food was of a high standard and coupled with the warmth of the owner, it made for an exceptional experience.

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Henryandiris . 2023-10-15

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RENDEZVOUS Wine Bar is somewhat hard to find, but well worth the effort....upmarket, expensive and certainly NOT a casual tourist venue It has an extensive selection of quality wines and spirits and the food is excellent too The staff are professional, knowledgeable and interested to talk about wine selection This is a fine establishment and has become one of my absolute favourite bars

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Bennettonbeer . 2023-10-04

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The service was very good, but that's as far as it goes. Warm prosecco which we didn't finish even asked for some orange juice to make it taste better but didn't help. Starters where okay, main course was dreadful. Asked for my steak blue and it was basically medium. My partner's duck was basically ice cold in the middle. It's a shame this used to be one of the best places to eat in Exeter but sadly won't be returning. 150 pound bill and we got McDonald's on the way home. Garden is lovely and it's a beautiful place but the food is really not good.

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Mrnathan1234 . 2023-09-09

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Ambience and setting is lovely, and the front of house staff are very nice - personable and amusing as well as efficient. Food is truly excellent, all 3 courses and we tried a fair few different dishes. Particularly enjoyed the lamb but honestly even the simpler dishes like arancini were surprisingly good. Wine was also excellent, and the grappa. Not a cheap night but you won't regret it!

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dreyajov . 2023-08-12

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Rendezvous is a restaurant that has it all; ambience and character combined with exceptional food with a great wine list. I have to make myself use other great Exeter restaurants to vary the experience. 3rd time this month.

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Douglas H . 2023-07-26

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Very good food, superb presentation, very bad atmosphere. We found the food really good and the presentation Michelin-star-worthy. Sadly this was spoilt by a total lack of attention to detail in small easily-fixed things. For example: put some rubber feet on the (incidentally extraordinarily hard...

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O2836XAbrunod . 2023-06-24

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A few years since I have visited and I felt the food is not so good, attention to detail was lacking and it has become quite expensive. Staff were very friendly and helpful.

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pbhPlymouth . 2023-06-09

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Overall the food was excellent and the waiting staff were charming BUT The spinach and cheeses ravioli was tasteless and the pasta far too thick The gazpacho tasted fine but was a peculiar earthy brown colour. Not sure how they managed that. Could do better!!!!

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dc5729 . 2023-06-09

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I had a really lovely lunch with my husband there. I had the chicken supreme for the main course and the chocolate fondant for dessert and they were both delicious! I will definitely go back there!

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Carolina Y . 2023-03-30

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My husband and I celebrated my birthday with a meal here. The food was outstanding and delicious, accompanied by a very lovely bottle of red. The service was excellent, nothing was too much trouble. The place filed up very quickly to create a great atmosphere....

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LLDevon . 2023-03-30

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We visit the restaurant a couple of times a year and it's always very good. The service is friendly and efficient and the food is delicious. The bar area is very small and can get very busy so you normally go straight to your table...

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katie1680 . 2023-03-16

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Lovely wine bar that does great food. We stopped in here for some drinks and nibbles (charcuterie and cheese boards). Have eaten in the restaurant in the past too and the food has always been great. Service is very friendly.

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Y2121 . 2023-03-12

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Fine dining with a superb wine selection. The ambience was amazing, and the staff just flawless. The food catered for all types of dietary needs. It was cooked to perfection and presented beautifully. The wine selection is amazing with old world and new world mixed...

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LordOfVerona . 2023-03-05

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We popped in on a Saturday evening hoping that there might be a table available, sadly they were fully booked, we were told we could still sit at the bar, so we did. We ordered a delicious bottle of wine and also the cheeseboard from...

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Garnoire . 2023-02-18

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We had lunch here for our son’s Master’s graduation. Proud parents and grandparents weren’t disappointed by this excellent experience. Food and service excellent.

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x-myview-x . 2023-02-06

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Very friendly service. Lovely cosy location. Spoilt for choice for what to order on the menu. All delicious. Ordered house red. Surprisingly, tasty. Arrived close to last orders for lunch, but no issue and happy to serve us. Will definitely go back to taste the...

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Becsmurf . 2023-01-24

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We were in Exeter again recently for a long weekend, to catch up with friends and enjoy the Christmas market and some shopping. We were eating at another venue and popped in here for a drink, the place was buzzing with locals and visitors, great...

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Lapchien . 2022-12-22

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This is a local wine bar, in Exeter, well known and loved. I have visited Rendez Vous many, many times and it continues to impress. The food is always of a high standard, with a wine list that changes and always inspires. The service is...

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Michelle R . 2022-12-03

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First visit to Rendezvous in Exeter and it was absolutely fantastic! We all enjoyed a 3 course meal and it was delicious! Great atmosphere and thoroughly recommend.

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Y6033WW . 2022-11-30

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It’s rare these days to find a restaurant where the food and service are excellent and you are left alone to enjoy proper chat in a relaxed environment. The staff are brilliant. Attentive enough to ensure you don’t feel forgotten but not constantly hovering and...

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H5951DWsallyw . 2022-11-27

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Such a lovely evening; from the moment we arrived. I really couldn’t fault any aspect of our visit. The staff were so friendly and attentive, the food was absolutely spot on and the wine was wonderful. We chose the pear and dark chocolate tart tatin...

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sulzc . 2022-11-13

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Lucky enough to get in on a last minute booking having not been for a few years, as always every aspect of every course was perfect and the wine and service also excellent. 100% reliable over time would always recommend!

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BecsExeter . 2022-11-09

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Make sure you make a reservation as this place is packed, especially on the weekend. Three of us came here for a business dinner and the food was excellent. It was my second visit here. There is a wide variety of food and glasses of...

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mwooduk . 2022-10-12

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We had a really lovely evening in this delightful restaurant. The staff are charming and very efficient, the location is central and easy to find, with ample parking nearby, and the food was absolutely delicious. We will definitely return whenever we are next in Exeter....

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VickyLondon_England . 2022-10-03

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Lovely little find on a trip to Exeter. The food was delicious with great service. Would definitely recommend

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721jaynet . 2022-09-28

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Only previously eaten here. This time called in with colleagues for some pre-supper wind down lubrication. Ambiance unchanged after 7 years, relaxed comfortable, friendly with a great selection of wines. Perhaps we should have booked here again but we had eventually to move to meet...

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Jannerbloke . 2022-09-23

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Checked this place Tuesday evening. What a wonderful find. Dinner-fabulous, wine, luscious. Relaxed, understated. Well worth a visit. Will be back. Jonathan.

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L1956APjonathanb . 2022-09-22

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It was some time since we visited but the standards are as high as ever. The food is outstanding as is the service. We were welcomed back as though we had never been away. We are already looking forward to visiting again.

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Richard C . 2022-09-05

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We walked in at 6pm on a Thursday without a booking and we’re very lucky to get a table – I would definitely book next time to avoid disappointment! Staff were friendly and knowledgeable, and the food and wine were both astonishingly good.

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rwhtly . 2022-08-27

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Amazing food service and wine! I can not fault this restaurant they are always so accommodating friendly and the food and wine is outstanding!

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HMW27 . 2022-08-20

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Dropped in here for an evening meal. The food was excellent as was the wine list. Nice outside area in the shade on a hot evening. Its not a cheap night out but the quality was worth it.

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Reynard666 . 2022-08-15

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Dinner for our 30th wedding anniversary last Monday was perfect. Beautiful garden to sit in, so peaceful yet minutes from centre of Exeter. Food was the best we’ve had in many years and very well presented. Staff were friendly, helpful and great service. Atmosphere is...

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ChasPat56 . 2022-08-14

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A favorite of ours even during the slim restaurant times of COVID, this charming and convenient location is cozy inside with a nice garden area. The food is excellent and always offers a new twist to take home to my own home cooking. It makes...

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336catyb . 2022-08-13

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I would highly recommend this restaurant food was the best I've had in sometime, tasty and well presented. Staff were very accommodating and service was very efficient. If you're looking for a special meal please visit this restaurant

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S5747GVwendyh . 2022-07-19

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I love this place! I just had another absolutely wonderful lunch here. Literally everything was perfectly cooked, beautifully presented, and absolutely delicious, which is no small feat considering how busy it was. The service was - as always - excellent, knowledgeable and friendly. I can...

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Mrs S . 2022-07-05

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We ate here, whilst on holiday in Devon and had the most amazing service and fantastic meal. The staff member really knows her wines and was able to explain about the wine making process and our wine paring choice. Every mouthful of food was incredible....

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Jacqueline B . 2022-06-04

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We found this place through a web search when we were looking for a place to eat after hearing Evensong at the cathedral. We liked it so much we came back the next night! The ambience is charming - low ceiling and intimate. It was...

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ayardley2018 . 2022-05-25

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We were visiting friends who live in Exeter and asked if we could go to the Rendezvous for dinner one evening. We'd been a couple of times previously with them and thought it was excellent. This time it was even better. The ambience was great,...

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Nigel M . 2022-04-18

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Strangers to Exeter we were staying overnight at the Mercure. Just a few minutes up the street we found the Rendezvous. A quick check on T-A and a phone call and we were in. Friendly welcome and bustling atmosphere. All very professional, we were served...

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williambK3167JX . 2022-04-06

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You know when you close your eyes and dream how it would taste in your dreams? That’s how my pudding was! Insane! This is the restaurant for you when you want a proper treat. Delicious for gourmets, young or old. If you’re sporty, like my...

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Beatrice R . 2022-03-26

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The potato must be one of the if not the cheapest vegetables… so why are restaurants , with exceptions, so niggardly in the portions they serve as chips? Paying just short of £30 for a steak main course I was presented with a tasteful though...

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Indolento . 2022-03-22

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Our friends took us to this place and we have a great night. Food was very good as was the service. Would recommend to anyone. In a cellar of a Grade 2 listed building in the office district .

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GHarr49768 . 2022-02-06

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We found this place, tucked away down a steep flight of steps, during a midweek Exeter 'city break'. We called in to book and returned for what was a really lovely evening - fabulous food, wine, service and ambience! How we wish we could visit...

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Lindy87 . 2022-02-05

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Went here for dinner. It was initially fully booked but they rang us back and accommodated us. They also intially said we could only have the table for two hours, but when we wanted to stay longer they moved things around so we could stay...

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Jo M . 2021-12-07

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My partner and I have visited Rendezvous twice, with each of our parents, and both times we had a fantastic meal and the staff were friendly and very knowledgable about wine. Hidden away down a quiet street in Exeter, the atmosphere is very chilled out...

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TElizzy97 . 2021-11-30

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We walked in early evening and ended up staying late. Friendly welcome (thanks Kate) and we felt comfortable straight away. Super choice of wines (it is a wine bar) and an imaginative menu that leaves you spoilt for choice. We had the Srumpet and mackerel...

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CHews . 2021-11-21

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Lovely cosy restaurant tucked away at the bottom of the building. Very warm and welcoming and we immediately felt at ease. Greeted by Katie and Micah (not sure about the spelling so apologies if wrong!) who looked after us beautifully. The food was simply outstanding...

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Jo M . 2021-11-05

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Great food and service, we had a wonderful time, the food was fab loved the steak, cooked to perfection and of course the wine was great too. We were sat near a large group and the staff were great at not forgetting us sat in...

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Lori M . 2021-11-04

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One of my favourite places to eat in Exeter. Beautiful food, great ambience and friendly service. All accompanied by a wonderful selection of wine! I dine out a LOT and the duck I had on my last visit is one of the best main courses...

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hollyw207 . 2021-10-24

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What a great find this place is. Amazing food in a lovely relaxed and unhurried atmosphere. Lovely wines and the cheese board was a perfect end to the meal

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Doonbye . 2021-10-03

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We found this outstanding two years ago, and the same applied this time. The service was as friendly as it was efficient. There was plenty of space and it was not at all noisy. The food was absolutely superb.

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358mauricep . 2021-09-28

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We have eaten at The Rendezvous a number of times in the past and returned whilst on a visit to Exeter. Again a lovely meal. Fantastic service, a lovely wine list. A menu with so many great choices, our selection was perfect. Food cooked perfectly and presented very well. We look forward to our next visit.

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Jonell654 . 2021-09-14

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I have been in England for two weeks on a business trip and came to Exeter to meet with some colleagues. They brought me here to this wine bar tonight, and I was blown away. Not only was Gemma, the owner, absolutely delightful, but the wine list is outstanding and the food is divine. Without doubt one of the best culinary experiences I have ever had in England. It was pouring with rain when we left and the owner lent us her umbrella, and asked us to drop it back tomorrow! How many owners of restaurants do that these days? They have a lovely garden for when the weather is nice and a delightful, cozy interior for regular dining. It was very busy on a Monday night, and I can understand why. Very good indeed - do not miss coming here! You will not regret it!

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mwooduk . 2021-09-13

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Lovely evening celebrating our wedding anniversary. Friendly and attentive staff, Great selection of wines and beautifully cooked food would recommend!

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gledjohn . 2021-09-08

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A spur of the moment decision and what a great one, From the moment you arrive you suspect this is good choice.Simple but wide menu ( need to mark up for allergies a bit better and have more GF puddings but a small point) - which is communicated well and results in some of the best food we have eaten... yes some of the best. My lamb was amazing as was the service ( friendly but not intrusive) - all round a great night out - not the cheapest but you get quality so definitely VFM

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raymondenathan64 . 2021-08-06

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Lovely find in Exeter. Beautiful inside with low lighting, brickwork and beams; a proper cellar bar. We only stopped for wine but it was exceptional: I had the Italian Pinot Grigio, and my husband had French Bordeaux. Glanced at the menu and we will absolutely be coming back. And we're delighted to hear that they're dog friendly too when booking ahead! Hope to be back asap.

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LivGrace7 . 2021-08-02

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My fiancé and I had drinks here and really enjoyed it. It’s a nice relaxing atmosphere in a unique setting. The wine was delicious!

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Stevie G . 2021-07-31

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A truly awesome hidden gem in the heart of Exeter. Only discovered this place a month ago, but now cannot get enough of the place. Excellent food, fabulous drinks and friendly, gorgeous and happy staff. Just don’t spread the work too much!

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Lapchien . 2021-07-25

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This was such a great lunchtime treat. I am coeliac / gluten free and even though it all looked friendly I couldn’t have envisaged how accommodating and helpful the staff would be. It was an absolute dream - and the food was excellent. The wine was lovely too. Absolutely recommend coming here for a special meal - it won’t disappoint.

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alicenesss . 2021-07-18

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Really nice dog friendly restaurant. Food and service was excellent. Vegans were catered for. Not rushed. Great night out.

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TheBuffys . 2021-07-15

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We popped in for a drink to be met with two amazing young ladies who were super helpful !talked us through the wine and offered us a seat in the reception area as they were fully booked. So nice that we booked to come back the next night for dinner.When we arrived the service was outstanding ! Different team but just as good if not better ! The food was unbelievable and the wine recommendation was fantastic. Great service, Great Atmosphere ! I should have asked for the name of our hostess who talked about the area and the places to visit. This Bar made my week !Thank you Helen and Darren

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H5315WWhelenc . 2021-07-12

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We had a lovely meal at Rendezvous on 6 July - nice welcome despite the fact we were very early! We started with a couple of glasses of Primitivo and then moved onto a bottle of Romanian Pinot Noir which was good. The table was large and free of the normal clutter you get in most restaurants.! We decided to have a shared 'nibbles dish' of Charcuterie and bread , rather than a normal starter - and that was very tasty. We then moved onto the Broadclyst lamb rump, which when cooked 'pink' was excellent. Service was very good and was attentive and pleasant. We finished with a chocolate tort and a dark chocolate mousse with a couple of glasses of Rutherglen dessert wine , and a couple of coffees. We ha a great time and the food was excellent, and the great service made it a wonderful evening for us. We are already planning to go back for another birthday celebration with 2 friends

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Ed H . 2021-07-07

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Yet again the most fantastic experience and wonderful food.Came here again with partner for night out when up in Exeter for the weekend . Had been here for first time 2 years ago and was incredibly impressed , return visit delayed by lockdown . Absolutely wonderful food , great atmosphere , fantastic range wines with very personal service from the owner Gemma who was amazing .Definitely one to visit again , and again … and again . Thank you

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Frodo_10 . 2021-07-06

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Went there with my husband, on very quiet night, we didn’t get very good greeting from the lady behind the bar, she was talking on the phone and she completely ignore us, restaurant is very tired with many broken chairs….No ambition, is look like you sitting in dark cave Food was below average, nothing exciting on menustoo expensive and not worth it.Never go back again.Sorry

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N5781DVhannahm . 2021-06-25

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We had a pre dinner drink here with some nibbles. Staff were knowledgeable about wines & they had a lovely wine list. Nibbles were great too

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d_jones25 . 2021-06-22

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This was our second visit here and the first time we thought it was excellent. This time it wasn’t quite as good. The starters were fine but my main course went a bit strange. I ordered the sea bream and the fish was fine but it came with an odd selection of vegetables as if they’d run out and panicked at the last moment! The tomato element was literally a quartered, raw, unripe tomato!Hopefully it was a one off as I’d like to go back!

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alison38 . 2021-06-18

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Great place to eat, great food on the menu with lots to choose and very good professional service. Will definitely go again when back in town

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Jeremy C . 2021-06-18

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Had a lovely evening of drinks and small plates - great selection of wines and a really lovely atmosphere. Would def recommend to anyone visiting Exeter!

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lilybethp100 . 2021-06-13

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Over priced food. Restaurant tries to be something it can't achieve. No ambience. Drinks not cheap either. Not great value for money.

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david g . 2021-06-06

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Shame the food and service wasn’t up to the usual standard pre-covid. Our starters were nice, we both had steak for main, although the steak itself was lovely the chips had that burnt oil taste when the oil needs changing. I very politely told the waitress (I don’t like to complain) she informed me she would let the kitchen know but there was no apology. The service wasn’t great, although the staff were friendly, we were a little forgotten about, kept having to ask to order more drinks and when we did order them they didn’t come and we had to ask where they were, my partner waited 45 minutes for a pint of beer. It’s a lovely place to go for a treat but for the price you would expect better service and food. Fortunately we have been numerous times so hopefully this is just a one off, we will be back.

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VicS936 . 2021-05-28

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Booked for Saturday lunch to celebrate our anniversary. First time we have eaten out since lockdown eased. The staff are always very pleasant and helpful. The lunch menu is interesting and there are plenty of options to meet most tastes. Lovely atmosphere in the restaurant, service attentive without being intrusive, the food is outstanding and beautifully presented and the wine list complemented the menu perfectly. We both scored it a 10/10 today. Not cheap but great value for money.

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Vince C . 2021-05-22

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Great food accompanied by excellent service made for a brilliant night, can’t fault this little gem thx Conrad & lucy

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Grufnutz . 2020-12-12

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Went for dinner Saturday night and had a great time. Thought it was probably just a wine bar with ok food but really pleased to find that the food was superb and good value. So, in a nutshell good knowledgeable service, great quality food and wine, COVID safe and warm ambience. Only tiny point of feedback the cheeseboard was a bit mean on the cheese....great tasting but small portions...come on guys do the cheese like you do everything else which was superb....look forward to being back when we can - very best wishes

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brentd664 . 2020-11-01

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I'm a student at the University and had never been here before, I was so so pleasantly surprised! The decor and atmosphere is very romantic and relaxed, we were lucky to get a table on the day thanks to a last minute cancellationThe menu is great, plenty of options, I am coeliac and I was very well looked after and catered for. I had salmon to start and hake for main, such exquisite dishes, couldn't ask for anything more! The wine list is of course remarkable too, we had a bottle of Muscadet which was divine. I will definitely be back, had such a lovely evening - thank you to all the staff for making it such a memorable night.

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O5649GWfrancescap . 2020-10-30

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I went to this wine bar last Friday lunch time and I wasn't disappointed.They have a lunch deal, 2 courses for £20, so I thought I will have a look at the menu. The kitchen cooks a variety of reasonable sized dishes and I decided to have a starter and maincourse.The starter I had was Hogs Pudding, Black Pudding with crispy scotch egg, as for the main I had a dish consisting of pork tenderloin, pork belly mustard mash, kale, broccoli and jus. Both of these menu choices were cooked well and presentation was spot on. The wines were a delight covering most of the globe, I had 1/2 bottle of French muscadet and later on after the meal I had a glass of Romanian pinot noir.The service was very attentive and both the waiting staff and kitchen staff should give themselves a pat on the back.

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danielbY9902RA . 2020-10-28

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We visit Exeter about once a year and always eat at Rendezvous. Another fantastic meal. Food beautifully prepared, a great wine list. The service and welcome always very warm. Very many thanks.

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Jonell654 . 2020-10-25

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Went here about 3 years so wanted to try it again and wasn’t disappointed, they have all the right precautions in place for you to enjoy a great meal, from the time that we walked in til the time we left the staff very polite, informative and efficient, the quality of food was exceptional and well priced, this restaurant is a great example of how to ride out difficult times as a business and be in a strong position to thrive when times get better.

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TheSalisbury50 . 2020-10-23

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Managed to get a table on a Sat night and so pleased we did. Great food, amazing menu and lovely service.... can’t recommend strongly enough

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shinds . 2020-10-18

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Perfect meal! Attentive service, great selection of wines, locally sourced ingredients. Would recommend anytime.

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599marekm . 2020-10-14

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Visité Rendezvous por primera vez hace 5 años, siempre lo he considerado un gran lugar para ir a comer. Quizás con el tiempo mi recuerdo de lo bueno que era se había diluido.Fue la perfección, el pato ahumado para empezar era de primera clase y aunque mis amigos me advirtieron que no fuera a comer pollo "porque tenemos pollo en casa todo el tiempo" ¡me voló la cabeza! ¿Fácilmente el mejor plato de pollo que he probado?El servicio fue excelente y no demasiado intrusivo para algunos amigos poniéndose al día por primera vez en mucho tiempo. Teníamos todo lo que necesitábamos antes de pedirlo.Vino impecable.Noche superior, gracias?

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Jhucksssss . 2020-10-14

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La carta de vinos es increíble, los vinos en sí, deliciosos. El menú es limitado porque cada plato es una obra maestra bien pensada. No se diluye intentando complacer a todos. No he tenido comida que se sienta como un trabajo de amor y una obra de arte en mucho tiempo. Es genial tener un servicio amable y un ambiente relajado en el que disfrutarlo. Vinos preciosos. Volverá en un abrir y cerrar de ojos.

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Falmouthfoodie_12 . 2020-09-26

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