The Carpenters Arms in Teignbridge

A hidden gem of a pub. Fantastic food and lovely staff in a stunning setting.

Literally just stumbled across this glorious pub this afternoon whilst exploring. We arrived towards the end of service and wasn’t disappointed. We were met with an extremely warm welcome. Glorious home cooked food delivered to a high standard. Definitely well worth a visit.

Best pork faggots I’ve ever had. Great staff, fast service.

Excellent food and service in a lovely location.

What a Pub!!! Perfect pints of San Miguel, like really perfect. Really accommodating with a tab so we could pay at end, didn’t take a card, trusted us. The Pizza was genuinely really good, crispy base, thin, good amount of mozzarella. COD and chips was also excellent, cod cooked just right. Staff and locals all very lovely and the best bit of all, plenty of friendly doggo’s to get to know.

Was recommended to come here by our holiday home wow it was the best Sunday roast ever. friendly staff lovely dessert would always tell people to come here if your in the area

We have been coming to the area and staying in the same hotel for 18 years and tried pubs in Widecombe and Haytor Vale - never been to this one until tonight - what a gem! Lovely friendly atmosphere when we walked in, we loved the decor and the relaxed vibe. The wine was great ( first class Rioja) - I was disappointed that the steak had sold out but then glad it had because the steak pie superb - tender chunks of good quality beef in a tasty sauce with mushrooms and Stilton - delicious! My partner loved her plate of scampi as well. Service was exemplary and we can’t wait to return!

One of the Best Pubs in the local area for food and drink, not only that on a Friday the best place to get your takeaway or eat in Fish n Chips. Always warm, friendly and full of atmosphere. Richard and Yvonne are amazing hosts, so to all, give it a go.

Cosy and welcoming pub! We went for Friday night fish and chips which was delicious. Crispy and light batter, home made tartare sauce was a delight and their curry sauce was very nicely spiced. Overall, well worth a visit. Lots of locals too which is a great sign!

Went for lunch for my daughter’s birthday, 8 adults and 4 children. The adults mainly had the Steak pies which were delicious. The size of the children’s portions, fish goujons and chips or Pizza,would have satisfied an adult. The goujons were lovely, with crisp batter and white fish, while the pizzas were fresh and tasty. Service was very good and there was a good selection of beers, wines and a nice Prosecco. All were very impressed with The Carpenters Arms and would recommend a visit if you are in the Ilsington area. Thank you Yvonne and Richard for an enjoyable afternoon.

Beautiful little country side Boozer

We had a couple of drinks and some chips after a long walk with our dogs - absolutely wonderful place with great atmosphere.

No messing proper pub , good fire friendly staff and very welcoming to all even if your absolutely soaked this is the place to stop eating drink and be merry! Thanks all who were there when we 3 motorcyclists dropped in fully soaking. Nice friendly locals too. Cheers 🍻

Lovely village pub, super friendly environment and amazing food! 10/10. Must try is the homemade coleslaw, wow!

Great find, traditional village Pub with fantastic food. Loved the fish and chips Friday special.

Have visited the Carpenters Arms over several years, it's a lovely pub holding pride of place in the centre of Ilsington.

Friendly pub with good food. Check their website for opening times as they were listed as closed on Google Maps when we went (Fri lunchtime)

Had an enjoyable lunch meeting friends here. Traditional British pub food, home cooked really well. We enjoyed a combination of pies, burgers and fish and chips between us. The Jail Ale is kept well too!

Another superb visit to this delightful country pub. Lovely place, great service by ever friendly staff, and terrific food at good value prices. We will be back every time we are in the area.

A dog friendly place with proper pub grub. The staff were friendly. Service was excellent and the food was delicious at a good price point. Cosy atmosphere- a real Dartmoor pub. Clean and tidy, traditional decor. Wish it was my local!

A great find a lovely friendly pub ,had a lunch and a evening meal ,food was great. The fish and chips on a Friday night was lovely .

One of the best Pubs in the Local area, the food is amazing. Richard and Yvonne are the most welcoming of people. Oh and on a Friday the best Chippy for miles around!

Stopped for a drink. Lovely pub. Well kept beer and cider, good choice of both from local suppliers. Didn’t eat but food looked good too

We were staying in Ilsington for one night and decided on having dinner at The Carpenters Arms. The staff were all welcoming, friendly and helpful. All the meals were very good, I had the beef pie with Stilton and mushrooms which was delicious. I would definitely recommend to anyone staying in the area 👍

Popped in for drink one night for a change from the hotel with our large dog. Nice atmosphere and friendly staff so visited again for our tea opted for the home made ale steak pie and the veg lasagne was very tasty would recommend

Lovely pub - super friendly staff and great food - recommended 👍

The Carpenters Arms Ilsington is situated in a lovely Devon Village, a warm welcome always awaits you upon arrival. Why not drop in after a walk on the moors,enjoy a drink in idyllic surroundings, in the pub garden, whilst browsing their extensive menu, featuring some classic English Dishes,sensibly priced. All in all a perfect way to unwind, meet the locals & leave feeling refreshed 🙂

Whilst on holiday we enjoyed two fantastic family meals at The Carpenters, and if we had stayed longer we would have returned for more! Great service, good quality at fair prices and lovely staff! Highly recommended.

Went after a walk to haytor and had a delightful lunch. Food was so hot and fresh and the portion sizes were very generous.

Love this place! They organised a table for 7 for us yesterday evening at only a few hours notice. Service and food is fantastic. The meat pie is out of this world. Will definitely revisit next time we are in the area.

Lovely place. A real find! Friday night is fish 'n' chip night, and was one of the best I've tasted! Excellent food at really good prices with great service. What's not to love, eh? Get ther if you can, I say!!!

Really nice village pub. Quiet surroundings, small outdoor area but nice atmosphere. Food was excellent, I had the burger, really nice. Jail ale was on tap, tastes better than the bottled version. We'll be visiting again when in the area

Lovely pub.good food pleasant staff pub is dog friendly!

5 out of 5, Amazing Pub, Proper food. Fish and Chip night tonight and the food was superb! Would highly recommend to anyone Local or Visiting.

Refused to serve me lunch when I arrived with 20 minutes until lunch close (only wanted a wrap) despite serving the customer in front of me who arrived at the same time and I politely allowed ahead of me. Unimpressed to say the least.

Brilliant pie & mash and fish & chips Stopped for an impromptu lunch and didn't disappoint! We will be back!

A perfect pub with great options for Gluten free food

We stumbled upon this hidden gem on our recent trip to Devon. Having read a couple of good Google reviews, we decided to give it a shot. Definitely the right decision! Set in a quaint village, The Carpenters Arms delivered a fantastic menu with plenty of options for vegetarians and fussy eaters. I had the veggie lasagna, and my husband had fish and chips; the fish was so tender, it was falling off his fork. A definite 10/10 from the both of us. Warm welcome from staff, and very dog friendly. The pub garden was lovely, and we ate to the tomes of the bell ringing practice from the local church. Great experience, look forward to visiting again when we are back down that way,

We opted to sit by the log burner, at a table where dogs were welcome and had a thoroughly enjoyable evening. The Carpenters Arms really does have a lovely atmosphere. We were served our drinks by the landlady who is very welcoming, when we ordered drinks she asked us if we would like to order food, and she attentively brought menu's over to us and gave us plenty of time to decide what to have. I had the Italian salad which was absolutely gorgeous, my partner had the steak and ale pie - which he said was 'top notch' and our friends had a burger and a portion of lasagne which they said they both thoroughly enjoyed. We don't usually have desserts but went for a chocolate Sunday, sticky toffee pudding and an orange and chocolate ice cream sorbet. Everything was perfect. We will be visiting again soon and are looking forward to working our way through the rest of the menu!

Nice pub and people, but possibly the smallest lamb shank I've ever encountered, with very tired veg and packet gravy.

Great pub, clean and tidy and cosy, friendly staff, owners and customers. Good range of drinks and food with locally sourced produce. Dog friendly. Reasonable prices. Can't ask for more.

Friendly village pub. Very good food. Highly recommend the steak and ale pie.

Quaint pub, nice friendly staff. Reasonably priced. Lovely location for post dog walk lunch.

Didn't have food, just a few drinks and a bottle of Prossecco. Lovely place, lovely service. Had a very nice time. Will be back. Thank you....

I love this place, and the food is amazing!

Excellent Sunday roast, best around Dartmoor.

Lovely pub, great service, staff and food.

Richard and Yvonne really know how to make you feel welcome. Great sized portions of tasty, hearty and well cooked food and, well kept ales. For us, this turend out to be the perfect destination after a good trek accross the moor.

Beautiful little Pub, food was incredible for the price! Had leftovers to bring back. Very welcoming owners. Thank you!

Booked for Saturday lunch after Dartmoor walk. Wasn't busy. Sat outside, very dog friendly. Water bowl and lead hooks on all picnic benches. Service by Evonne was excellent. Good selection of drinks and all home cooked food is on the daily boards (see photos) Sharing fish platter was superb. Will definitely return. Local village shop is worth a visit too Another visit for my father's 85th birthday. Great food, drink and service again. Definitely worth the half hour drive from Exeter

Only went for a drink everyone helpful and friendly well worth a visit

My partner and I had dinner at the Carpenter Arms whilst staying at the Moorland Hotel in Haytor. We were warmly greeted on arrival and had some lovely chicken wings as a starter. For the main course we shared a sea food platter which was delicious with some of the freshest and tastiest crab that I have had in a long time, A lovely Pub with great food and friendly staff. We will be back. Thank you.

My partner and I had dinner at the Carpenter Arms whilst staying at the Moorland Hotel in Haytor. We were warmly greeted on arrival and had some lovely chicken wings as a starter. For the main course we shared a sea food platter which was delicious with some of the freshest and tastiest crab that I have had in a long time, A lovely Pub with great food and friendly staff. We will be back. Thank you.

Lovely pub, great team running it, wonderful menu with really great food. What a find! It was difficult to leave! We will make sure to pop-in again on our next visit to the area.

Lovely pub,old fashioned in a good way, with a smashing friendly atmosphere.We were made very welcome by the staff and customers. The food was excellent my son and I having the ham and eggs, my wife the scampi and my daughter in law the lasagne.Everything was obviously freshly prepared and the portions were more than ample. Lovely

Amazing meal had by all - especially loved the Steak & Ale pies. Very friendly hospitable staff and lovely atmosphere so will definitely be returning again soon.

Great food,drinks ,lush venue from a proper country pub

Kitchen was sadly closed but this is a lovely little pub

Visited to celebrate A Level results with a couple of beers and a meal.Large portions of pub grub...we didn't need the starters that we ordered! Would recommend a visit

A warm friendly welcome and the food was excellent, the Carps is back how it should be, we'll be back again. A great location to pop in for a pint or to book for a meal.

Great little community pub. Staff are lovely and the foods pretty good 👍

Beautiful pub in a beautiful village friendly staff and great food. Visited here with my mum and thoroughly enjoyed the food and atmosphere. We had the Italian salad and it’s was so tasty great dressing will definitely be returning

What a lovely place. This was our first visit for a business lunch and it was fab. Great food, excellent service and good value for money. We'll definitely be back.

Lovely pub, lovely feel to the place. We didn't book, but we're lucky enough to get a table for the two of us, although I would recommend booking, just in case. All the staff were lovely and friendly, the food was perfectly cooked, and delicious. Definitely will go here again on our next visit to Dartmoor.

Wandered in a little late for the lunch rush, but the management happily provided us with last minute grub, nice portions and cooked skillfully. Good range of veggie and carnivore options. Some tasty beers on tap. I'd go again for sure! Thanks!

Always great to pop in . Had take away fish & chips . One gluten free & one regular for my partner . It was wrapped up like a chipshop style , Beautifully tasty fish in a nice batter , which is crisp on the outside, not greasy in any way. Still hot enough to eat after 10+ min drive to Heathfield. Better than any chipshop i had experienced untill i was 18 . Then had to go gluten free from then . Definitely get again .

Good selection of well-kept draught ales and ciders. Food is excellent and reasonably priced.

Wow, firstly deciding what I was going to eat was a challenge, but I opted for the Steak & Ale Pie. I wasn’t disappointed. Nicely presented and I have to say this was the best pie I have ever had. I ate it all! Massive compliment to the Chef, Richard. To wash it down, I had a glass of their new IPA Proper Job which smelt and tasted so good. Thank you so, so much for a superb dinner!

Fantastic location, excellent hospitality, top knotch Food! I would highly recommend to anyone, from local to those visiting the area. 5 out of 5

Without doubt the best ploughman’s in Devon. The sharing platter is amazing value. Cheddar, Stilton, ham, pork pie, fantastic salad and relish

Lovely little old pub with great food and friendly staff

We love this pub! Great food, warm welcome, just as a pub should be. It's become a firm favourite locally. Had Sunday lunch yesterday, it was perfect!

Great food and lovely host and hostess.

I absolutely love this pub. It ticks my personal pub-preference boxes! It's small and cosy with a lovely atmosphere. My brother argues it's a winter pub (and I can say I have had a lovely roast and pint there when escaping the cold), but I'd say it is an all-year rounder. Petite perfection if they were to rotate a few more guest ales on tap!

Nice pub with great food. Lovely sitting outside in the sun. Dog friendly

Stunning location, Amazing Pub and Staff, excellent selection of food, good value. Will definitely be making a return trip very soon!

Just had a joyful lunch with bunch of great ladies. Well looked after by the Carpenter's Arms. This pub is a gem of a typical little village pub and to top it off, the food was fab. Great menu. Thank you.

Lovely meals for all the ladies in our group. We were made to feel most welcome and the service was excellent. I will be returning.

Fabulous friendly village pub with a fantastic Friday evening atmosphere. Lovely menu and can thoroughly recommend the fish platter for two.

What a lovely welcome, service and excellent food for our ladies group.

We visited the Carpenters Arms for lunch today & were very impressed with the warm welcome on arrival. We enjoyed the Carpenters Arms smaller appetite Dartmoor Steak, Stilton & mushroom pie with chips & peas which was really delicious. For dessert we shared a spotted dick with custard. As the sun came out we sat outside in the warm sunshine. Thank you for a great experience we will be visiting again soon

This place is a joy really. The Carpenter's Arms is quite small really, but it is big on warmth and atmosphere. I definitely recommend you try it, but, if you want food then you need to book in advance.

Very nice sunday lunch , good value and a good atmosphere in pleasant surroundings .

Beautiful little place and lovely food

Booked a table for 4 for Sunday lunch via messenger, first time eating out for nearly 3 years, very friendly & welcoming hosts, they chose us the perfect table. We all ordered the roast & it was well worth the wait, freshly cooked & plenty, no room for puddings much to some's disappointment! Great value for money. We will certainly be revisiting. Thank you Richard & Yvonne, see you soon.

We booked a table for 3 Saturday lunch time greeted by a lovely barmaid great pint of Jail Ale and a great lunch beef and ale pie was great and butchers burger was excellent would recommend

Beautiful cosy small pub with a welcoming atmosphere. Nice food and drink sat by the the fire. Perfect!

Great find. Small venue, best to book. Great food cooked to order. Friendly atmosphere. We'll definitely be back

Sorry, I made a mistake with the stars system , I meant to give 5 stars not 3 stars. Iwent to the Carpenters on a weeknight; food couldn't fault. Landlady was very friendly, directed me to next to a woodburner on a cold night .They had another big open fire as well. Would definitely go again. We need to support to these pubs in these days.

Welcoming friendly staff, with good value, nice pub grub

We're staying in Haytor, wanted an evening meal and found Carpenters by accident. Nice friendly pub with good food, and quite large portions. So worth seeking out

Had probably, the best Sunday roast dinner here from a pub in a very long time. Dog friendly and welcoming. Thanks a lot 🤙🏻

Wow we had a fantastic welcome at The Carps. They sell proper cider we had Sandford Devon Red and Scrumpy which was a real treat and 100% better than normal pub offerings. We both then had the roast beef. It was absolutely fantastic so tender.The Yorkies were massive and crispy and delicious. Lovely selection of fresh veg. We will definitely be back ...could do with an overnight stay close by so to further indulge in the cider. Thank you to everyone at the Carpenters Arms for the warm welcome

Very warm welcome , only popped in for bit to eat. We had a sharing ploughman's platter ,lovely couldn't fault it.

Good value for money, liked to option of two sizes on the meals.

Highly recommended this place food is excellent And friendly staff

We were a party of 14, pre booked and chosen choices. The Landlord did the cooking, his wife, Yvonne was the waitress. We all received our starters in double -quick time, our mains and desserts followed just as promptly. The portions were generous, with attention...

Came back for a Sunday roast following a pleasant weekday lunch. Absolutely brilliant both times. Excellent value and such a friendly place with great staff. Will certainly be back.

We were brought here by neighbours' recommendations, an entry in the Good Pub Guide and the fab reviews, not to mention Richard's glorious responses to the rare and less glamorous. A wonderful locals' 18th century village pub. Cosy with two log fires and doggy friendly....

First visit to this lovely old pub. Staff very pleasant. Food superb. Very well presented. Going back next week!! Loved the Guinness charging points at the bar.