The Deck Restaurant in East Devon

Booked in advance for a party of 12. No advanced orders required, which was good. The system they have is you have to go to the bar and order. So, when there are 6 couples placing 6 orders. The food doesnt then come out together and some people had finished eating before others had received their food. The chicken on my salad was dry and overcooked. My wife ordered jacket potato but they had run out of them! There were chips and crayons all over the floor. The staff were reasonably pleasant and the views spectacular but those 2 plus points wouldnt be enough to tempt me back.

Came here for lunch on a foul weather day. Great views over the estuary/beach. Good selection of food, including gluten-free. You need to order drinks and food from the bar. Drinks arrived quickly, food less so but decent enough when it did arrive. Can get busy with families and young children.

Stunning views over exmouth beach. Came here for breakfast and my partner and I had the English breakfast which was average. Bog standard and similar quality to whetherspoons. Nice decor but spoiled by having lots of screaming children running around due to a play area next door. Won’t be returning soon unfortunately.

Came for date night thinking we weee going to experience the new Deck restaurant. What a shame that such a great location and view is hindered by screaming kids from soft play next door, ran by youngsters and the place on a Friday night was empty. To be fair what we had to eat was plentiful. We had 2 starters bread and olives and falafel and hummus. It was a meal on itself. However then the waitress came and said “ The chef has been too eager, and also cooked your mains which are ready 🤷‍♀️! If you want fast food after bowling then give a go, if your looking for an intimate couples night then avoid.

Our visit was ruined by an extremely rude waiter he was not only rude once but twice. After we complained to the manager he came and made a half hearted apology.food was average. Other staff members were friendly but wouldn’t recommend or visit again

We were staying in Devon and decided to visit exmouth for the day. We came across this restaurant so decided to stay for lunch. Service was ok, staff were friendly enough. Food was amazing!

We were a group of 10 who booked well in advance via Open Table. We arrived to find that they didn't have our booking. Never mind, these things happen. However, the questions came back: "Have you booked?". Yes, I replied. "We don't have your booking, are you sure you've booked?". Yes, I replied. "Are you sure it wasn't the restaurant downstairs?". Yes, I replied. I presented email booking confirmation as evidence. Perhaps that should have been asked for before all of the questions? As they didn't have the booking we were asked to wait while a table was prepared. We suggested that we read the menu while we wait in order to save time and give us something to do while we waited. We were told that we couldn't do that as we had to use the menus on the table that was being set. The drinks order took a little too long to arrive. The food arrived in reasonable time. Rather oddly one of the servers brought out a plate of chicken skewers and asked the group "Where's this going then?". We asked what it was and she said "I've no idea". How odd it was clearly a plate of chicken skewers! The food was very good, one of the best chicken/bacon/avocado salads I've ever had and apparently the soup was really good as well. The views through the floor to ceiling windows are lovely across the beach and the sea. The food was really good and reasonably priced. A shame about the service which at times bordered on rude and at other times bordered on hilariously bad.

What a short-sighted way to waste the potential of a fantastic location. We booked a table, arrived at the prescribed time and the one person behind the bar pointed in the general direction of free tables, advising us that they hadn't been prepared. After 15 minutes there were four people hovering behind the bar and we had been left to our own devices to try to scan a QR code (which didn't work) on our table to order. One of our party had to repeatedly approach the bar to obtain menus (with a QR code that did work), request the table to be sanitised and then to order drinks. If you want to be ignored, this is the place to come!

We arrived for lunch and were shown to sofas by the large sliding glass doors,which he pulled back to let the air in. We loved the view of the seafront and mouth of the estuary, beautiful on a sunny day. You can order from a code to scan, on your table, if you want to minimise contact. All the staff were helpful and friendly. We all enjoyed our food which was nicely presented. The area is spacious. Would definitely recommend. Don't let the fact that there's a bowling alley and children's soft play area within the Ocean building, put you off going in for a meal at the Deck restaurant! You wouldn't know it.

Had a lovely dinner looking out over the estuary here in Exmouth. Food was spot on and we were very well looked after by Chelsea and the other members of staff. Would definitely come back - thinking of coming back for breakfast before the summer is out.

Good food and coffee when arrived, however today’s visit was one to remember. Two young girls having to do the job of several people during the busy lunch time rush. Credit to them both for doing the best they can and not being managed properly to offer support when needed. One poor girl burst into tears and we offered support to her. Spoke with Duty Manager - Darren, who was very sympathetic and understanding. Did his best to smooth things out after an awful encounter from the General Manager - Justin Moore. Justin: You should be ashamed of yourself and rather than being an aggressive one sided jobsworth you should really go back to customer service school and learn it all over again. Try listening! Feel for the staff if they have to work for you…not inspiring at all. As for Darren, thank you for offering the drinks and wine, for which we turned down and offered it to the two waitresses who deserve it! Good luck!

WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND! We have eaten here numerous times, day & evening, aswell as just enjoying a Vino evening & we've throughroughly enjoyed every single visit. It's such a lovely Venue, with fantastic sea veiws & great food at very reasonable prices. I feel this gem of a place, could be missed by peopal, as from the outside it just looks like an activity centre, but it really is a 'Must Visit Place', You won't be dissapionted! We've also enjoyed many an eve/day in the eatery downstairs, which is more purse friendly, with the added bonus of being dog friendly and still enjoys great sea views. Staff throughout every section of this venue, have always been incredibly friendly and helpful THANK YOU:)

Try to book a table from where you can admire .you have a whole bay to look at including cruise liners enjoying a covid inspired rest . The food is ideal for children and for adults you need a large capacity to finish 3 courses.

Stopped here for lunch with my son, decided to eat at The deck, as it is on the the first floor, there is also a childerns soft play area on this level. On the ground floor is another bar/restaurant called the Engine Room. The view from the Deck, are definitely , a major plus. Service was pleasant and efficient, we both had the fish and chips, really enjoyed it .

Fantastic views and excellent food. Falafel burger was sensational. Washed down with a pint of local red cider. All home made and mostly locally sourced. Will return for sure.

Great friendly efficient staff and excellent cooked breakfast in relaxed surroundings. Was never too busy and doesn’t attract too much scum.

Waited 30 mins when queried was told machine not working g properly yet everyone else using same ordering service got served Had to say the food when it did come was very nice But too long await

Popped in for a coffee, what a lovely venue the vista is world class. It was overcast/showery when I went in and the view over the estuary and sea was changing with fast moving clouds over white caps I could have sat there all day...

After attending a recent charity event here, I was inspired to book in to the Deck restaurant. Ten of us booked in advance for Saturday evening. Professional friendly staff made us very welcome and nothing was too much trouble. Decor is modern and welcoming, the...

Called in for a quick lunch and opted for the 'croque-monsieur' which came with a small salad and chips. Good portions, very tasty and reasonably priced. Fries would have been our preference rather than the hefty chips with the croque as it was a meal...

Family meal on a Friday evening at this restaurant launching its new menu. Felt slightly trepidatious as I know how large the deck is and wondered how the atmosphere would be. Well no worries there ! The setting was perfect with soft lighting and white...

Nice place to grab a coffee and look out to sea. Not many seats on the decking area though. Some comfortable sofas inside though. Food prices are a little high.

Great food friendly staff and an amazing view. Food was stunning and fresh. Chef Alex came out after our meal to see if we enjoyed which we thought was a very nice touch. Very reasonably priced and would highly recommend.

It’s great for a family very friendly staff very nice delicious breakfast My kids saying it’s the best holiday they ever had and we will definitely come again next holiday 😋😋👌👌

Had a fabulous meal here on final day of very special holiday in Exmouth. Our meals were delicious. I had starter of local mussels in cider cream sauce followed by wild mushroom risotto including marvellous little pieces of truffle (for very reasonable price of £9.50)...

Very nice meals, well presented and value for money. Would recommend this to families. We will be back again.

We had friends coming for the weekend and so booked a table at the Deck. The views are absolutely fantastic, the decor is lovely, really new and trendy, and the service was excellent but the food was terrible, the worst we’ve had in years. The...

This is the 2nd time we’ve eaten here since the new menu was introduced. The 1st time we forgave the 45 min wait & giving us a dry French stick instead of the ordered sandwiches because it was so busy. This time it is quiet...