Spelt in Mid Devon

Wow . What a place . The atmosphere is great , you are the most importantly person there . Staff especially what to make sure you enjoy the time with them . The food , even though smaller selection of choices than most places . The food you are given is exceptional. Good quality and just the right amount of, cooked to a high standard We will be recommending this place to our friends and family as a place to visit .

I go here on a fairly regular basis, they do an amazing Sunday lunch, but this evening I was with friends for a dinner get together. We ate off their set menu and it was simply fabulous. Spelt is a little gem in Bampton

A very warm welcome awaits you at Spelt. Especially if you bring your pooch. Thr food is inventive, delicious with wonderful flavours. Lunchtime is very relaxed with evenings cosy and classy. Do not miss the Sunday roast.

Went for a family meal out last night. First family night out in a long time and it was perfect! We booked Spelt as my husband and I have eaten there many times and it is always superb! The food, as always, was excellent. We all had steak and every one was cooked to perfection! The atmosphere in this little gem in Bampton, along with the lovely staff is second to none. We had two people in our group who have to have glutin free and Paul and Donna really understand how important this is and deliver everytime! I can't praise Spelt enough! Thank you for a lovely evening! X

Absolutely wonderful welcome from fantastic people. Very friendly atmosphere and amazing breakfast. Large portions and beautifully presented. Once again second to none.

As always an excellent meal at Spelt. Lovely cooking, interesting menu (the burner chips are to die for!), nice atmosphere and reasonable prices. Whats not to love? If you’re a local or in the area visiting I can absolutely recommend here as a restaurant you must visit. A

Have eaten at Spelt many times and the food is amazing. Paul and Donna,the chefs, are second to none. The food is 5 star as is the service, wonderful friendly staff and atmosphere. If you want a truly exceptional meal this is the place to go! I can honestly say every meal my husband and I have had has been perfect. We have just come home and yet again have had a wonderful evening!

Spelt is an excellent place to eat. The food is outstanding and the service is second to none. I fully recommend this wonderful place to anybody either local or on holiday. Never fails to impress.

They were fully booked but squeezed us in for a quick meal. Delicious. Particularly the cauliflower and Stilton soup. Worth a detour. Best food we had on our trip.

What an excellent find. The atmosphere was cosy and warm. The server worked so hard on her own - attentive and prompt service. All four meals were delicious- definitely the best in the area. So good we have booked to come again on our holiday. Many thanks for such a treat.

Came to Spelt for lunch and enjoyed the best steak I have ever had, my wife had lamb shank which was equally impressive. This restaurant was busy but cozy and the service could not be bettered. What more can you say except we'll be back!

The surroundings were calm & casual, more bistro than fine dining but the food was definitely first class! A small menu, beautifully executed. Delicious, inventive starter called a lamb scrumpet, has to be tasted! The main roast was plentiful with beef cooked to perfection & the pork was tender with crackling ,all served with plenty of fresh veg & extra gravy. The servers were all young, enthusiastic & knew the menu well. All in all, great value & will definitely go again.

Best Ribeye Steak I had ever had. Perfectly cooked. We often eat in Spelt and always have a great meal

The attention to detail and the quality of the food was perfect, the balance and presentation would give any fine dining establishment a run for their money! Staff are friendly, polite and busy! The ambience I would suggest is " rustic down to earth ,no frills...let the menu do the talking! " Where improvements could be made... 1. Serving wine, don't plonk a full unopened red wine on our table, where we check it ourselves and uncork it to breathe. 2.please increase the temperature a little,everytime the front restaurant door opens , it's a blast of ice! 3. Please, I'm begging you OIL the damm door!! 4. Put cheese and biscuits on the menu. We throughly enjoyed our evening and would highly recommend

A very friendly restaurant with a lovely menu. In our party we need requirements for a vegan. Gluten and dairy free and a changable teen, all requirements were met. There was even a biscuits for the dog. Atmosphere was welcoming looking forward to our next visit.

Good food, friendly staff, cosy place but needs better extraction of cooking smells. Came away with clothes smelling of deep fat frying (although this is not unusual for restaurants these days).

We had a top meat and vegetarian Sunday lunch today at Spelt. Highly recommended. Good service too.

A delicious lunch This was a lovely find whilst breaking our journey from North Devon to Berkshire. My husband had very green eyes whilst looking at my seriously meaty plaice, although his chicken fillet was equally delicious. The sides were very interesting with baked beetroot and feta and broccoli with chilli and almonds. It was obvious that this was a Very well run establishment from the many happy local regular customers. Thank you Very much 'Spelt!'

My wife and I were staying in nearby Heron House B&B, for two nights and while disappointd that the The Swan in Bampton was now closed its sister restaurant Spelt literary a few doors down from Heron House was still open and we decided to try it. We were not disappointed. Great well cooked and presented main courses, vegetables, and desserts. Good well proced wines . The restaurant is small with a lovely atmosphere, coupled with very friendly and polite service. We also had their take away fish and chips (as the local fish and chip shop appeared to be also closed), the following evening which were also great. The owner spent time talking to me while I waited for the Fish and Chips to be cooked. The tartar sauce was also freshly prepared. Thoroughly recommend Spelt.

We were really very pleasantly surprised by how good our meal was in Spelt. Both the starter and main course were excellent and the service was very good too. Highly recommended.

A really lovely evening at Spelt. The food was delicious and the service friendly. It is relaxed, but the quality of the restaurant is very good. Plenty of vegetarian options. Well cooked, tasty fish dishes. Dogs welcome. Although the restaurant is small, it is divided into 3 rooms, so we didn’t feel cramped. The parking is either in the high street, or a very close public car park. A good find in a pretty town.

Popped in for lunch but we hadn’t reserved a table, this was not a problem for the amazing staff, friendly and efficient service, we got a table straight away. Excellent attentive service throughout our meal. We had the Hake which was perfectly cooked with a delicious sauce and the risotto which was accompanied with beautiful roasted cauliflower. This restaurant is a credit to the wonderful staff and location, a great find in a friendly beautiful town. Thank you for an wonderful lunch.

Well done Donna - glad you've got your wonderful Sunday roasts back on the menu (just as good as the Swan). We had roast beef - really tasty meat and a good sized portion, a great selection of veg and a smashing yorkshire pud. A very relaxing lunch washed down with wine for me and beer for him. Good service too. What more do you need on a gloomy Sunday in August - it filled us up and cheered us up!!

We do lack pubs/restaurants down yir in Devon as many local establishments have closed. Spelt was recommended by close friends and neighbours and we gave it a shot earlier this week for my dear wife Sheila's birthday. The fishy food was remarkable and delicious. Service immaculate and attentive. The Hake fillet with Mussel and Prawn sauce was brilliant. Desserts et al 5*. We will definitely be back.

This is a great neighbourhood restaurant with a lovely relaxed atmosphere. The menu was short but all with fresh produce. Very reasonably priced with some lovely vegetarian choices.

Everything about our visit to Spelt last night was excellent. Service, range of food on offer, the food we ordered, drinks and atmosphere - all A1. We will be there again when in the area.

I booked a table for my husbands 70th Birthday, It was a surprise that our children would be there, as we sat in the garden, the children arrived and sat at our table. The very helpful staff told us the table was ready, He was...

When we arrived in town and stopped in, the person manning the till made us feel most welcome. We discussed my husband's dietary needs (low carb) and she assured us that they would work with us. Unfortunately, we never made it there for dinner but...

We ordered a selection of dishes and they were all superb! Great decor and ambience too. Will be coming back very soon - maybe even tomorrow!

Looking at the other reviews perhaps we just ended up going on a bad night but was very disappointed! The tiger prawn starter were lacking in flavour and too much batter. For mains we had hake and duck. Unfortunately the duck was tough, chewy and...

Outstanding food, good value for money. Brilliant service , we were well looked after, including baby and dogs. Would highly recommend.

Lovely fresh inventive food, well presented. Well worth a visit. Relaxed atmosphere for visiting alone or with others.

It is rare to find an establishment that you cannot fault in any way throughout a three course meal. We all had a superb dining experience with competent and knowledgeable table service. Meat was cooked to perfection and there were high quality plant based options...

We recently visited Spelt for our staff Xmas party Service and food was excellent 👌. Food was cooked to perfection and full of favours. It is a nice cozy restaurant in Bampton Town and interior is very welcoming. We will definitely visit again. We'll done...

The female owner and staff are very friendly and helpful. The food is amazing, which is fresh home cooked. We had lamb shank which was very tender and tasty along with homemade rice pudding and chocolate brownie, which both tasted amazing. Would highly recommend, however...

I eat in Spelt 2-3 times a week and I felt that I should leave a review. The menu is packed with a wonderful range of foods, all cooked to perfection, and at a price that won't break the bank. If you ever find yourself...

We spent a lovely hour or so at a corner table watching this bustling neighbourhood restaurant in action. Just 2 waitresses served a huge number of customers both inside and outside in the garden with a smile and a chat with the regulars. We had...

Staying at Dulverton for 14 days and a bit sick of the pubs here in the village so tried Spelt in the village near by. What a contrast such a lovely place, great staff and exceptional food. The food is so tasty and great value....

Friendly, thoughtful staff who made my birthday very special. We visited 3 times in 2 days! Delicious breakfasts and equally delicious evening meal. Special mention to Donna in the kitchen and Sarah and Clare front of house. Great team. Thoroughly recommend.

Excellent food and service Menu had good choices for vegetarian/vegan and is priced modestly for honest fresh local food. Good drinks list

I was bowled over recently after checking out this stunning cafe in Bampton. Not only was the venue spotlessly clean (and that includes the toilet!), the decor was bright and welcoming, the customer service was friendly - and the food was of a quality that...

Small friendly bistro in lovely location. Menu was imaginative and food excellent. Prices very reasonable, friendly and welcoming staff.

We went out for an evening meal on the first night of our holiday in Devon and our experience was absolutely wonderful! I’ve had chicken curry with Bombay potatoes, naan bread and poppadum for main course and a golden chocolate tart with coffee ice cream...

We enjoyed a family meal there last week. The food was very good and reasonably priced, and the service was friendly and always smiling

A tiny restaurant offering some big flavours. Very comfortable and with friendly, efficient staff. Great food and drink too at reasonable prices.

Wow Wow Wow !! What a fantastic meal, and an extra Wow! for the puddings!! Good Wine to go with the food. An amazing time at Spelt again it never disappoints. I simply love it there everyone is just lovely. Always made to feel very...

We had a lovely lunch today. Husband had the lamb kleftiko, which just fell off the bone it was so beautifully cooked, and I had the small plate of cured meats, cheese, olives, delicious bread and pickles – and a plate of the crispiest, juiciest...

This was my first opportunity to visit Spelt for lunch and how delightful it was. The menu is varied and includes breakfast and brunch options. The lunch menu, again, had a good variety of starters or small dishes, main courses and deserts which would be...

We stopped by for breakfast after a long motorway journey. I had delicious porridge, better than I’ve had in many very posh foodie hotels. Husband had eggs Benedict and was equally impressed. Great local quality ingredients served with care. Highly recommend!

I had a lovely lunch from the fixed price menu today (a Saturday): duck salad starter, hake mains and profiteroles for afters. The quality and presentation was very good and the flavours and textures excellent. The place has a very pleasant relaxed atmosphere and friendly...

I was taken to Spelt today for lunch, and I thoroughly enjoyed the eperience. The staff were very friendly and the food was excellent: I had lovely mushroom arancini, which were beautifully crisp on the outside, and melting in the mouth in the middle, followed...

Our second (but definitely not last) visit. Lovely staff, great service, wonderful vegetarian options and wonderful steak and lamb dishes. So lovely to have such a great, relaxed but quality place nearby. Thanks to all the team!

Excellent. The best meal I have had in a long time regardless of location or price. The 3 course a la carte lunch was a joy from start to finish. The arancini were every bit as good as any I have had in Sicily, the...

Excellent snack and the friendliest staff we have met in a cafe for along time. They actually found time to talk and advised on a couple of beauty spots without asking. Brilliant breath of fresh air in these times of. Trouble and strife.

We love spelt - As a local restaurant goes, it’s hard to compare to anything else when looking for a warm and friendly atmosphere. The food as we always expect is cooked to perfection and full of taste. See you soon!

This quiet, intimate resturant belies the the culinary expertise that is waiting in the kitchen to serve up exceptional dishes. We like to mix and match and that's what we did for the starter, a nice way to share and settle in for the main...

Loved this place. I live in West Sussex. There is nowhere in the nearest 15 miles that can hold a candle to Spelt! Both the meat (steak) and the fish (sole) were exceptionally good!

Lovely, busy atmosphere with efficient and friendly service - the baby mussels were soft and creamy & chicken ruby with spiced cauliflower great depth of flavour. The evening didn’t disappoint and the wide bar selection ensured we stayed a little longer! We look forward to...

Highly recommend Spelt. The food is consistently delicious with a varied menu choice. Staff are friendly and welcoming providing excellent service.

Living locally to this great bistro is one of the many benefits in living on the Somerset Devon border. We had a delicious meal in this well thought out bistro recently. The food was brilliant, the staff are delightful and setting is great. Bampton is...

Very warm welcome, fabulous selection of menu choices. Decor is modern, stylish and very homely. Food was high quality & fresh! Service was excellent nothing was too much trouble. Would highly recommend

Had a terrible meal here. The worst excuse for a steak I have ever eaten! Dry, overcooked and tasted like cardboard! This restaurant is nothing like they portray on their website. Although they offered to not charge us for the meal, we payed for our...