The Duck At Yeoford in Mid Devon

I came across an article online stating that The Duck was a top rated venue for a Sunday lunch, and I was not disappointed. Excellent drinks selection behind the bar and a friendly welcome. The Sunday lunch had 4 selections for starter, mains and dessert. I had goats cheese bon bons, which came with a lovely and sweet bed of roasted peppers. My partner had the pea and leek soup- I pinched a mouthful and it was packed with flavour. For mains I had pork shoulder- it was the largest piece of pork I think I've ever been served! The meat was tender, and the accompanying potato and stuffing terrine was a really nice change. My partner had roast beef, which came with roast potatoes and a massive yorkshire pudding. He really enjoyed it. We also had a bowl of veg to share- very generous portions! By this point I was stuffed, but really wanted to try the rhubarb crumble tart with custard ice cream. The custard ice cream was such a treat! I will definitely come back to the duck, it was worth the hour trip!

We are so very fortunate to have this absolute gem close to home. If anyone out there struggles to find somewhere that fits the bill then seriously look no further than the Duck at Yeoford !!, this country pub has been renovated to the highest standard and delivers excellence in every way, James works tirelessly in the kitchen to provide sumptuous, home-cooked and locally sourced produce which taste divine , the service is as you would expect , second to none . We have had a fabulous Sunday lunch here today as always and now cosy at home by a roaring log fire , thank you again Sarah and James and the team XX perfect Sunday :)

Ordered a lovely Take Away meal tonight from The Duck. Two large portions of Fish & Chips with crushed minted peas and tartare sauce. The whole meal was excellent and the fish very good quality. Excellent value for money. A lovely dinner before a spot of baby sitting. Will definitaly be back.

Came here last year, and reviewed positively, but today was so good I feel the need to review again! To begin, the staff were incredibly attentive, helpful and accommodating, especially helpful with dietary requirements. Polite and friendly. The food, today, was amazing ! I had the roast beef which was perfectly cooked and accompanied by delicious roast potatoes and Yorkshire pud. All the vegetables also great. Also our group had the roast lamb, apparently equally delicious! And as for the desserts, wow! I had the St Clements panna cotta with mango sorbet…. absolutely divine! The most delish panna cotta I’ve had! Really looking forward to returning.

We found this place with a stroke of luck. My partner and I visited Crediton for a fishing weekend. We arrived a bit early, so we Googled places nearby to have dinner. We arrived at The Duck and were welcomed by very friendly staff, who engaged in small talk and made sure we were happy during our visit (perfect). The chef in that kitchen has passion, and it shows in the food!! Attention to detail in presentation, and the tastes were top marks!!! Thank you. This is a beautiful country pub, and this setting is transferred inside - a warm, relaxing place! Food: 5 stars Staff: 5 stars Venue: 5 stars. We enjoyed it so much that we went back after our fishing trip and before we went home. We eat out quite a bit, and places like this are hard to find... You will see us again. Thank you for a great evening (x2). Dane & Alice

We pre booked the duck Sunday lunch after reading such good reviews and sadly we were so disappointed by the dreadful plate of food that was served . Our lunch order was very late by an hour and then when served up it was then recognised as taken down wrong by the waitress who had equally got the drinks wrong . The roast loin of pork was basically a plate of fat with hardly any meet and because it was all served wrong became cold while waiting for friends order to be rectified. When the waitress came back to collect our plates she asked how our meal was and we said that the meat was dreadful and not impressed she then replied with jovial apology and said she would speak to the kitchen . On return she then proceeded to inform us in again a very jokey manner that the chef , her husband had said that in the winter pigs are fattened up . In response to this we then said we didn’t order a plate of fat and 2 of us are actually chefs . We didn’t expect anything but to be told in such a blasé fashion without any thought to the fact this meal was absolutely not up to standard and £18!!! For a plate of fat !!! Will not recommending 😞

We visited with my wife’s mother on a recent road trip in the UK and very glad we did. The food we had - fish n chips and a lamb dish - were simply amazing and great value. The whitebait starter was very good and the house ale was also great. Service was friendly and efficient and overall it is a lovely pub/restaurant and highly recommended.

The pub is located a 2 minute walk from Yeoford Rail station so is easily accessible from Exeter if you want to find an excellent country pub and don't want to worry about driving. We visited on Saturday for dinner. The pub itself is spotlessly clean and well decorated. The tables are nicely spaced apart so you don't feel as though you are encroaching on other guests conversations. The service was second to none and we were well looked after throughout our visit. The menu is based on local produce and the food quality was excellent, I had fillet of beef which which simply melted in the mouth. The food is well priced for both the quality and portion size and you won't leave hungry. There is an excellent drinks menu and again well priced. Well definitely return next time we are in Devon.

Lovely meal of scallops and Duck both the special.of the day and a fillet steak. Couldn't fit in a dessert. Dog friendly. Relaxed but attentive service.

This delightful pub-restaurant is tucked away in the countryside but it is worth making the effort to find it as the food and service are outstanding. Starters and mains were substantial and well-presented - but we did not have room to try the desserts so will have to return to sample these!

We were recommended by a friend to eat at this restaurant. Once we were there the place was really cold and the service was poor . We waited an hour for food , When the food arrived it looked presentable but the taste and quality wasn’t as good as we thought it was going to be , Me and my partner are chefs and we know what good quality tasting food is like this was far from that .

The Duck at Yeoford fabulous dinner on Saturday evening, the food was amazing, atmosphere perfect and the warm welcome was great. We thought it was excellent 👍 we will be back soon to try the desserts 👍🏻🤩

We as a group we all readily agree all the food was excellent. Two who needed to get any quickly had a variety of delicious nibbles. The rest ordered mains. The chicken schnitzel was juice and taste. One in the group had a customised meal - dairy and gluten free which was scrumptious and very filling. The rest had hake and chips which we agreed was one of the best fish and chips ever. Recommended going and seeing what you think!

This pub is worth the drive down the single track lanes! The food was absolutely delicious. I had cauliflower aranchini to start and the flavours were stunning, followed by a roast duck special. The duck was perfectly cooked and so tender but the best part was the crispy duck at the end. Others in our group had the beef which was also cooked to perfection. The chef really knows what he’s doing and I would love to eat here again. I didn’t hold out much hope of being able to book a table when I called in the day before but the manager was really accommodating and even offered us a semi-private dining space as we had children with us. I couldn’t find a children’s menu on the website and was concerned initially that it wasn’t a family venue, but they do offer a good children’s selection (really good home-made tasting pizza!) and even have play equipment outside which they are currently updating so I didn’t need to worry. It is quite a quiet pub however with a formal feel in the main restaurant areas so probably more considerate to eat early if you have young children. It was nice to see a good number of locals in the bar area and they run a little shop for the community- it seems like this pub is managing to offer a gastronomic experience but still function as a local pub and support the local community. We stayed at the nearby Troney Valley Escapes (also excellent) and it was a nice 45 minute walk up the country lanes to the pub and the shop was useful. They do takeaway on Thursday/ Friday and the fish and chips came recommended - maybe another time!

Have eaten here a few times, the food is always delicious. James incorporates the most delicious flavours into every dish. The service is always friendly and professional. This is a really special place.

Great service and food. What else is there to say? You get a warm welcome, the staff are attentive and friendly. Food is second to none, will most definitely dine there again.

Wonderful food and worth battling through the pot holed lanes to get here! Very welcoming and friendly staff We all ate different dishes from the menu and all were delicious, beautifully presented and high quality ingredients. Only open limited times so check before you leave and possibly book in advance as it seems a popular place.

We enjoyed a superb Sunday lunch at the Duck. The food was so well prepared and presented - fantastic flavours and all clearly home cooked with the best ingredients. Service was friendly and efficient with Sarah and the team looking after us so well. But particular praise should go to Sarah’s husband who I believe is the chef - best meal in a long while, thank you!

Totally and utterly perfect. The most delicious starter I've ever eaten in my life. Incredibly friendly and helpful staff. Fantastic atmosphere. A total gem. Thank you for the most memorable and enjoyable experience. We shall be back .... soon!

Just had the best lunch. Four of us had different meals, all were very good. Dont live near unfortunately. Great place to visit.

I love Pie so when I thought about taking the family out on a Tuesday night for food and I saw the Duck was having a pie night it was a no brainer! The Welcome is warm, the staff are super friendly and the Pie...

Not typical pub food, much better! A group of nine had dinner mid week. Because of the size of our party we were asked to pre-order the day prior to our visit. The menu was very interesting and there was only one repeat main course...

One of the best and most consistent dinning experiences we have found in Mid Devon. The menu never disappoints and also the friendly staff and atmosphere help make every visit. I would highly recommend making this a must visit pub.

Absolutely fantastic! The food was delicious, the service was excellent and it was lovely being sat by the cosy warm fire on such a cold day! The menu selection was great and both me and my husband took advantage of the specials board. We had...

We wanted a nice country pub with great food and wow did we get it. Super friendly front of house and waiting staff. Brilliant choice on Menu. Food was just the best we have had for ages so will definitely be making this a return...

I’ll admit, I wondered where I was when I arrived early on a damp November Sunday. The village was eerily quiet! However, on entering the Duck was pleasantly surprised. A nice welcome at the bar, and shown to our pre booked table. Quickly served when...

We walked from Crediton to Yeoford across fields and lanes (and got the train back!). Sunday lunch. Has all the courses. Imaginative yet substantial all round. The Hake main put fish specialist chains to shame. Local chicken options. Beautifully cooked, melting vegetables. One of us...

Nice village location pub has gone through refurbishment and has gained owners who know food very well. Good growing local reputation too. I suppose in all - it was good at the end of the day - it's a pub! In my mind I was...

Absolutely amazing food, amazing service and amazing management, very welcoming and friendly. Perfectly priced. Really enjoyed and would recommend for anyone.

Mary’s birthday meal We had a beautiful 3 course meal everything was perfect especially the starters service was second to none absolutely over the moon as we only live 3 miles away we will be here a lot more

A lovely lunch was had at The Duck yesterday. The kitchen nibbles were especially good and would have been enough without anything else. The service was excellent. Thank you to all the staff.

Our first visit to The Duck but it definitely wont be the last. Treated the in laws to lunch and had the best meal we've had in a long, long time. The menu was full of promise and the food did not disappoint, beautifully seasoned...

We just had Sunday Lunch. Beautiful interior, good service but what really stands out is the food. It’s creative, perfectly cooked and an absolute bargain given how delicious every mouthful was. We have tried a few places recently and this is heads and shoulders above...

Very friendly staff, great service, immaculately clean Food was absolutely fantastic especially the vegan options. Will definitely be returning

On the recommendation of friends we had our first visit to The Duck and it isn’t going to be our last. Every aspect of the food was delicious with interesting flavours and textures as well as superb presentation. Can’t recommend it enough and it wasn’t...

My husband and I visited today for Sunday lunch, our first time since it became The Duck. It will definitely won't be our last visit. From the moment we walked into the bar the service was excellent and the staff very friendly. The new decor...

We would highly recommend this lovely pub/restaurant we e joyed a lovely flavoursome meal and a lovely atmosphere

I can’t speak highly enough of the duck . We have been there several times as a couple and in a big group. Fabulous food excellent service and just a lovely atmosphere. It’s dog friendly but quiet rightly the restaurant part is dog free. Lovely...

4 of us visited, for myself and the wife it was a first time experience of the Duck. Firstly, the staff, excellent, really friendly, and polite, means a lot to us. The food, was one of the best meals we have ever eaten, the flavours...

staff are amazing, food is even better. such a lovely welcoming atmosphere and a great place to be!!

This pub is truly great. Been a few times now, and every meal has been consistently excellent, imaginative, and not expensive. I love the tasty specials. We tend to do a mix of the tapas style dishes for the starter, and share in the table....

Thank you to all the staff at The Duck for a lovely Sunday lunch in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Probably the best Sunday lunch we have had and will definitely be returning soon.

The food was truly excellent, the service and staff couldn’t be faulted - they were very attentive. The decor was very smart and it was a great experience all round. There was a playground outside and an area for the kids to run around, which...

Our second visit was just as good as the first. Friendly, very accommodating staff, comfortable seating, amazing food. What more can you ask for! The pub is modern and laid out well to give everyone plenty of space and privacy. I had the best risotto...

A little off the beaten track, but definitely worth finding. Probably would be best to book rather than just turn up on spec and be disappointed not to get a table. It was very busy on the evening we dined there, but this can only...

We have just left the Duck tonight after an amazing valentines meal of several courses. All of which exceeded our expectations. We also booked in for Sunday lunch yesterday which was more than lovely. No wonder the Duck is in the top 40 in the...

We met some long lost friends here for Sunday lunch at short notice and were really impressed. The decor was beautiful, the staff really friendly and accommodating and the food was delicious. A well thought out menu with just enough choice and delicious puds. I...

I have a bit of a struggle with this place. It is lovely, great environment, friendly staff and beautifully cooked and prepared food . The starters and desserts are divine and choosing just one is a real challenge. However, the main courses are just too...

Popped in on the way to our Cornish visit after a long drive. Amazing food, great and friendly service, nothing was too much trouble. I wish my local pub/restaurant was like this. Pub itself really well laid out and good ales. I like the almost...

Just had to come on to say best Sunday roast I have had out in a pub ever. They never come close to my Mum’s roast but this did. Highly recommend.

Really friendly and happy staff creating an amazing atmosphere in a delightfully decorated and furnished pub. The tables are widely spaced and the room has high ceilings creating a very open and relaxed eating experience. The garden area looks fabulous so looking forward to going...

A wonderful family lunch again in this super friendly country pub! Excellent vegan food and a great range of drinks. Dog friendly and great wifi. Our children and the dog always love the outside space. We will be back soon!

It's a pub, so let's talk about the drinks first. Three real ales on handpumps - their own house ale (Muddy Duck, 3.9%, brewed by Greene King and, as you might expect from that brewer, a well-rounded and polished pint, cleverly well-crafted with an appropriately...

Such happy staff, lovely atmosphere and amazing food which is prepared with care and artistry. Lots of space and light, with a series of interconnecting rooms which give privacy without isolation. We went for a special family lunch and enjoyed it immensely.

This was the best pub food we have had in probably four or five years. Each dish was so well balanced, with incredible flavours that complimented each other so well- genuinely next level, interesting and perfectly cooked meals. On top of that, the drinks were...

We visited The Duck at Yeoford and had the most amazing experience. Our afternoon tea was the best we had ever had and the service was outstanding! Absolutely unreal!

We arrived at lunchtime and there was a mix up about getting me and my wheelchair into the building, it is fine for manual but not for electric chairs, although I understand that this will be rectified before to much longer. Best to check before...

We came here for lunch last Saturday having been once before. Still just as lovely! Warm welcome from the landlady, perfect service and a really nice, varied menu with great specials. The food was beautiful and delicious - far better than your average gastro pub....

Ended up at the Duck by chance, was not our first choice but so glad we came here. Very clean and tidy, service very friendly and efficient. The food was amazing, I ordered a selection of small plates and I was not disappointed, plenty of...

We came here after being recommended by friends. We came for Sunday lunch and had a very pleasant meal. I personally had the ham hock arancini to start with, very nice but would have liked them to be a little bigger or 1 or 2...

Well worth the trip down winding lanes. Great venue, warm welcome and excellent food. Plenty of parking. Good choices of food.

This restaurant is superb. Great food, service and fabulous Devon hospitality and atmosphere. Highly recommend the Pot Roast Chicken & Provence Rose. Service exemplary. Well done The Duck - cannot wait to return!

Making one's way down twisting Devon lanes occasionally uncovers an absolute gem which in this case is The Duck. The menu offers the perfect number of choices - six starters and five mains, plus additional 'nibbles.' I feel that many places try to offer too...

We arrived this Sunday for our first holiday meal & had a drink outside to start as our granddaughter was asleep. Good sized car park. Drinks & food ordered via efficient polite staff. We were then asked to go to our inside table once our...

Had a lovely meal at the Duck. Amazing first class customer service, delicious food and the pub is very well presented

We ate here yesterday (December 13th 2020). We have eaten here before but decided we must report now on the incredible food served at The Duck. We had sea bass and beef brisket. Wow! We can’t recommend it enough. Beautifully presented, supremely tasty food of...

Despite living not a million miles away this was my first visit. My wife and I decided to treat ourselves and we weren't disappointed. From the salmon and crayfish starter, through the duck breast and hogs pudding main to the locally sourced cheeseboard, loved it...

Met up for lunch with my sister and her partner. Great service and friendly, helpful staff. Excellent food choices bit different from your everyday pub food and all locally sourced.

Lovely cider by a open fire followed by a two course meal, food was lovely and the staff attentive. Definitely worth a visit if you’re in the area!

Stopped off for Sunday lunch at The Duck and what a find it was. Locally sourced and delicious food, local ales, a varied wine selection, very reasonable prices and a lovely rustic yet modern ambience set in the beautiful old village. We took the train...

The menu was varied with many locally sourced foods. High standard of service and delicious food. Our first visit and we will definitely return soon. Prices very reasonable for the quality of the food and ambiance.

Great find pub. Really excellent food, service and all very friendly too. Thought my steak excellent value and the kids meals were good too with two very happy kids.

Had an exceptional meal here. The menu is creative and delicious. We didn’t know anything about it before we got there so it was a complete surprise. We drove quite a way to get there and were very glad we did. Service was also very...

Absolutely superb. Food was fantastic. Staff extremely polite and professional. One of those rare finds. Can not recommend highly enough.

Who fancy’s takeaway Fish & Chips on a Friday? Well this is the place to get them from. A large portion of Fish and chips, (Children's portions available) with crushed minted peas and homemade tartar sauce. Reasonably priced and fresh. You pre-order get a time...

We had an excellent fish and chips lunch. Good condition ales. The staff were very nice and helpful. Reasonably priced food highly recommend

It's so good to be living nearby as we really enjoy the food here. Have been several times and never been disappointed. Sarah and James have worked hard to bring an old pub, which I've frequented for 40 years,up to a very high standard in...

We recently visited The Duck for my Partner’s birthday after several recommendations from friends and it did not disappoint! We both had 3 courses, all different choices and every single course was faultless. Our plates were nearly clean by the time they went back to...

Having been a local for many years the expectation was high for our first visit to the newly named The Duck and it did not disappoint! The pub has had a lovely makeover, the staff are welcoming and the food is amazing. We had the...

The Duck hosted our Christmas do this lunchtime and it was awesome. The pub was pristine, the food was fantastic and the staff couldn't be more hospitable. Within our party we had a good selection of starters, mains and desert, and they were all stunning....

My Brother and his wife and my sister were visiting. The Duck at Yeoford had been recommended - and we were not disappointed. Plates were almost licked clean. Imaginative cuisine and reasonable prices - great atmosphere, well trained and charming young staff. AND my wife...

Thank you for a lovely birthday lunch. Food was delicious and service was so friendly and warm! Only thing I would say is it was chilly inside. We had to drag our table to the fire. But that was minor! We loved the food and...

We had a really nice meal for a friends 70th birthday lunch The food was beautifully presented and there was an excellent choice Staff were helpful The pub has been refurbished to a high standard but has kept its charm We will definitely return!

This place is a real find, located in a small village and not that far from Crediton. The owners have clearly spent a lot of money and it shows. Refurbishment is very tasteful and works well. The best bit is the food and excellent, good...

I hate trip advisor and most of the people that use it but felt as someone that actually knows a bit about good food and good service that this place deserves a mention. The menu was small, uncomplicated and well executed. I had 3 courses...

It was our first visit to the Duck and I must say on arrival the venue did not disappoint. Very smart and contemporary. The service level and waiting times where exceptional. The food was outstanding however we do have a small complaint. The fillet steak...

Took my mother and her best friend to celebrate her birthday. The refurbishment is a triumph and the food was excellent! The best steak that I have had in years, perfectly cooked and exactly as requested. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed their menu choices and the puddings...

Once again another amazing meal. Tasty, well executed dishes, friendly service and an excellent wine list. Thoroughly recommend. Next visit is already planned!

I found the prices don’t compare to what I received ,cold plates over done duck breast,small portions very cold ambience. We spoke to the manager referencing our experience of our meal she had the ordacity to say we were wrong in complaining no apology etc....

Now I understand why you need to book for Sunday lunch....busy, nice atmosphere well cooked local produce. New owners have spent a long time and a lot of money in lifting this once tired pub, good luck to them. A challenging market, but proves people...

Wow Wow wow We have been meaning to try this pub\restaurant since it opened but of course daily life stops things,well until today. We decided as a birthday treat we'd give it a try. Well I can certainly say we were not disappointed. Excellent from...

We visited here for our anniversary, it having been recommended to us by friends. In short it’s a lovely place, that served us some of the best food we have eaten out for quite a while. It’s nice and relaxed and you’d feel comfortable in...

I am not usually the type to write a review for restaurants. But my experience at The Duck was so fantastic that I feel the need to endorse this gem of a Pub. In a nutshell: Great interior, clean, welcoming. Service was prompt, friendly, engaging,...

A crowd of us visited for our Annual Rotary Presidents' meal on a Friday evening - it was well worth the trip! Delicious food and service were excellent and the we all had a wonderful time

menu limited... but is variable week to week. High standard food, cooked to perfection, well presented & served. Waiting staff knowledgeable, efficient and work hard to ensure the diners enjoy their meal. The drinks are a great selection of local ciders and some real ales...

We visited for an evening meal whilst staying in the area. It has recently been refurbished, and what a great job has been done. The menu is very good. It’s like a gastropub, but the food that was presented was a level above that. Just...

The chef certainly knows his craft. Everyone enjoyed their food immensly. My chicken dish was so flavoursome, with a beautiful tasty sauce and served with delicate vegetables and the most delicious potato dish gratinated with a hint of cheese. My madelines with tasty sauce and...

Just back from another wonderful evening at The Duck. A large group for my wife’s birthday very well catered for and looked after. This was our second visit and we can’t wait to return soon. Thank you for a wonderful evening.

What a gem! We went for dinner with my two children 5 & 6 plus my parents and husband, we couldn’t fault a thing throughout the whole meal and dining experience. The menu wasn’t extensive but there was something for everyone (including my very fussy...

My boyfriend and I came here for lunch on the way back from a holiday in Cornwall and we were really impressed. The food was fantastic and very reasonably priced, we had the baked Camembert to start and for mains I had the smoked chicken...