The Fishermans Arms in Plymouth

Really wonderful pub, with great decor and lovely staff. The highlight for me and my girls was Sadie the kitty ❤️ will definitely be returning x

Great little pub tucked out of the way from the main part of the barbican. The food Is amazing. Definitely recommend this place and we'll worth a visit.

Fabulous pub, as a Plymothian I completely forgot this pub existed. Went in recently with my wife, my 1st visit for over 40 years. Can’t believe it’s been so long, great selection of beers, a proper pub. A must visit for any drinker looking for an authentic English pub. Staff very helpful and friendly too. Plus the pub cat paid us a visit!

Our third visit, ( in three years), to this ‘Fabulously Amazing’ Pub Restaurant, nestled in a quiet street, in between the famous Plymouth Hoe and Barbican. Discovered this gem of a place by it’s 5 star reputation on our first annual visit to Plymouth in 2022. The food and service we enjoyed then is as good, if not better in 2025, despite its popularity and necessity to book a table seven nights a week. We choose the Fisherman’s Arms during every visit to Plymouth and have yet to find a better place to enjoy a dinner and a pint. Fortunately I booked this reservation weeks in advance to be sure of a table, so do take note of this should you wish to visit Plymouth’s best Pub/Restaurant. Once again, we were welcomed with a friendly greeting by Fergus, who between him and Aaron, looked after us throughout the evening. Service was efficient, faultless and superb. The food, as before, was both plentiful, hot, quality and all mains/sides served at the same time, something other eateries seem to fail to do so. As we each enjoyed our dinner, the place was filling up quickly. Fergus and Aaron kept upbeat, with a cool head, satisfying every diners needs. They both deserve special praise together with the chef who prepared our amazing dinner consisting of the traditional fish/chips, monkfish scampi and a chicken & veg dinner for our two four legged companions, who, like us, cleared their bowls/plates. Another very successful and enjoyable evening at the absolute best dining establishment in Plymouth bar none. Thank you Fergus and Aaron AND everyone at the Fisherman’s Arms, … Donna will be incredibly proud of you all as are we.

Lovely seafood platter for lunch. Great service and lovely atmosphere. Couldn’t fault it and would happily return again.

Tasty food with friendly service and great decor.

Can get noisy but lovely place.

Dog friendly. Great food, great service, lovely staff (including the pub cat!). Even when busy, service remains high!

What a lovely pub. Excellent food and real ales. Just a few minutes walk from the Barbican. Friendly keen staff and great atmosphere.

A genuine local Gem of a place. So glad we found you for an early dinner. Interesting menu, genuine staff and just enough twinkly lights

Greatest hidden gem in Plymouth.

Very nice selection of whisky and a lovely friendly cat

Beautiful little pub. Great decor and warm atmosphere. Staff friendly and professional. Food was really tasty...freshly cooked and presented. We had rib eye steak and the fish gumbo. Not cheap but good quality. I had no rice with gumbo they gave me alittle more. Steak came with peppercorn sauce as standard. Altogether with 1 large wine and 2 Old fashioned....bill was 74.00. I was cheeky and asked for am empty rum bottle off display which the gladly gave me. A great experience all round and definitely recommend 👌

Lovely food and very good service 👌 will definitely visit again

Stumbled across this place whilst away on business. It was just around the corner from my accommodation so thought I’d try it, and so glad I did! Nice warm welcome and lovely inside I took my seat at a table. I ordered the Thai green curry and it was fantastic. A couple of beers and a nightcap followed and headed back very content. Lovely team there and couldn’t do enough for you. I will definitely head for there if I return.

A hidden gem. Popular country style pub in The Barbican. Booking a table recommended. Sunday lunch is excellent. Lashings of gravy, vegetarian and vegan versions too. Attentive staff. Dog friendly place. Can be noisy. Real ale, including their own Mister Jones beer. Massive selection of whisky. Parking nearby on Lamb Hay car park.

Really nice place to eat, selection was brilliant. Good food, well cooked. Went with work colleagues everyone enjoyed it..Nice drink range.

A very warm welcome from the staff as you step inside this beautiful pub ,food and service amazing .it definitely is a country pub in the ocean city .will definitely be back

We came for our works meeting this is one of our favourite places to eat …. No one else had been before …. Thank you for a lovely afternoon

Had the roast beef today and not good, thin slices of beef, not cut from a joint more like the packet beef warmed up, potatoes not cooked and crispy enough, veg okay, won’t go back for roast

What a find. Went here for my sisters 60th birthday. All staff amazing food so good like being at home. Great vibe

We have passed the Sign many times on our trips to plymouth. Last week we went there for the first time, myself and my partner. We also had our very well-behaved dog with us, and when we arrived they only had one table left. I can understand why that was , the food was excellent. We don't eat meat and only eat fish and vegetarian food. Well , they were so much to choose from not only from the menu , but the specials on that day.. It's such a cosy little pub and great atmosphere. The staff amazingly friendly and even though they were busy, had time.Just to talk and tell you about the food. It has now become one of our favourite places to visit when we are in plymouth. Look forward to visiting again.Thank you guys , keep it up.

Great food and very very dog friendly

Lovely meal, cosy atmosphere, great service and very good price.

Absolutely stunning roast. Great value for money and what a hidden gem of a pub. Will definitely go back 👌

Absolutely loved this pub, everything was perfect. We were a family group of 7 and had an oval shaped table which I thought was unusual but only in the fact that I don't think enough establishments offer this, it's the perfect set up for a large group to all interact over a meal. The menu is very good and probably doesn't do itself justice from pre-reading on their website. Everything was fresh and delicious and perfectly cooked, very good portion sizes - just right. The drinks/wine list is varied, I had a Bloody Mary which wasn't on the menu (it was on point) and a glass of wine. Others had Guinness, beer and soft drinks, all served in very nice 'fancy' glasses. The service was brilliant, it felt very relaxed and professional, a rare mix to get right. Lastly the bill, such amazing value, we will be back! The country pub in an ocean city is their slogan which is very apt for this hidden gem.

Brilliant food, good ales, Brilliant staff.

Excellent food, recommend steak pie with stilton on top. Staff friendly and helpful. Parking 5 minutes walk in the barbican.

Old pub in Plymouth city centre. Very characteristic. Great food. Very friendly and nice staff. Need to book in advance, because it is very popular with locals.

Had an excellent Sunday lunch here, will visit again as soon as I can.

Decided to go in with my wife, Father in Law & 5 week old baby. Service was kind and attentive. Atmosphere was comfortable and cosy with a real village/fisherman vibe. And the food... Wow. 100% worth the wait! Admittedly we were alittle frustrated at the wait for food from the time of ordering (close to an hour wait) but it was most definitely worth it. Definitely cooked fresh and most certainly not from a packet of any kind. 10/10 to the chef, staff and owner! P.s - Steak & Ale Pie is the star of the menu for me!

Fantastic ambience, good range of beers, and friendly staff. Didn't eat this time around so can't comment on that

You know the fisherman’s arms is special upon entering. Atmosphere and greeting was lovely. We were a large booking with young children and were given an area we could all move around socially without bothering others. The food was gorgeous and we all ate together. The service was friendly and nothing was too much!! The mock shots for the children was a lovely touch. So thank you to everyone at the fisherman’s. We definitely chose the best place to celebrate

A hidden gem. We absolutely loved it. Food was excellent. Definitely be back..

Just fabulous, excellent food, well presented, reasonably priced.

A pub, the oldest in Plymouth apparently, now turned over almost exclusively to dining so not really a pub at all. Which is a shame. Popular and invariably busy the food is good, not great or even noteworthy but good and the service is friendly and relatively good if it's not too busy which it often is.

We had scallops, prawns curry, lamb tegine, mussels, gammon and cocktails and it was all fantastic. Will definitely be going back👍

Having not been to the Fisherman's Arms for many years, I have now visited for lunch twice in the last two weeks. This really is a hidden gem in Plymouth, worth finding. On both visits the food seemed fresh and home-made, and was very tasty. Yesterday, I had the Steak & Ale pie, pictured. Also, the pub has a lovely atmosphere and friendly, efficient staff.

Been there a few times now . Steak and ale pie this time which was fabulous 👌

I recently had the pleasure of visiting a delightful hidden gem of a pub, and I can't recommend it enough! From the moment we stepped through the door, we were enveloped in a warm and inviting atmosphere that made us feel right at home. The pub's cozy ambiance, with its charming décor and subtle lighting, set the perfect mood for a relaxed evening. The highlight of our visit was undoubtedly the phenomenal food. Every dish we ordered was served hot and bursting with flavor, clearly crafted with care and attention to detail. It’s rare to find a place where every bite feels like a treat, but this pub delivered on all fronts. The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, going out of their way to ensure we had a memorable experience. A special shout-out to Donna, who made us feel so welcome from the moment we arrived. Her warmth and hospitality truly elevated our visit. This hidden pub is a true treasure, and I can’t wait to return for another wonderful evening. If you’re looking for a spot with great food, a cozy atmosphere, and exceptional service, this is the place to be!

As advertised, truly a country pub in the heart of the city. Away from the bustle of the barbican main strip, always peaceful, warm and friendly. Staff are great, a pint of Mr Jones slips down smoothly, open fire, huge selection of gins. Cat is indeed, a legend

Lovely place, friendly we had some lunch snacks fast service and food was excellent. Thank you for fitting us in as we had not booked 👍

Most Christmasy pub in Plymouth. It was like Senter's Grotto, with more lights than oxford street in London

Great atmosphere having xmas drinks with a group of friends

This is fantastic pub. Calls itself a village pub in the heart of the city... About right! This visit was with a group of old ex-colleagues for Christmas drinks, but have been in several times brought the year. Always a happy atmosphere, just a good place to be.

Had my xmas lunch there, and it was very nice. Lovely food, good service and great atmosphere.

The Fishermans Arms is a wonderful pub. It has loads of character and atmosphere. It is dog/cat friendly. It is slightly hidden but just a minutes walk from the main Barbican area. The food served is good and reasonably priced. I recently had the xmas menu. The garlic mushrooms were stunning. The gammon was tasty and huge. Only downside was the thick cut chips not as crispy as i would have liked but very minor point. For those who like whisky there is a large selection to choose from. Three ales plus lager etc. Well worth a visit.

Had a meal there on 11th Dec 2024, with friends who had never been there, we were all very delighted with the food, service and decorations. Will certainly be booking again soon.

Such a beautiful quirky pub. Staff are all just lovely, just 1 downfall for me!!!! Food was beautiful too. I want it to be my local.....

Booked a table for Saturday, with work friends , had a lovely meal , good service, but very un happy with a cat that was pestering us and jumping on to the table from the bar , we are really put off with this , around food and drinks being served , not a place for a cat

Great all round food was exceptional we will definitely be returning in the future .

Booked for Sunday lunch, lovely old atmospheric pub just a few minutes walk from the Barbican. The roasts were splendid ,choice of 4 meats or Nut Roast. Came with all the trimmings and the most delicious gravy in a jug. Highly recommended but booking is essential. Staff are very friendly and attentive. A fabulous experience.

Simply lovely. We visited on a Saturday evening having been lucky enough to book only 24 hours earlier due to a reservation being cancelled. The place was warm and friendly from first stepping foot inside. It was relatively busy but the atmosphere was lovely. The decor and ambiance is top notch. We had a warm greeting and were swiftly seated on the balcony. We were served promptly and the drinks (followed by food) arrived shortly after. The service was great and the food brilliant. Would highly recommend and certainly return.

Our visit to Plymouth would not be complete without a trip to The Fishermans Arms, two previous visits in October 2021 and September 2023 were reviewed with high praise. Once again we were warmly greeted and were shown to our table, our request to move to another table was accommodated without issue. It would have been very easy to go for previously selected options but on this occasion the 'Specials' looked too good to ignore. We opted for two starters from the specials and one main from the specials, with the other being the Mussels - excellent again. Portion sizes have remained consistent whilst at the same time prices have remained value for money. As on previous visits the drinks choice was wide. a taste of the beers was given freely. On this occasion of particular note were the staff - sorry no names but the front of house host and the chap behind the bar were both excellent. Once again The Fishermans Arms assured themselves of another booking on our next trip to Plymouth.

Great little pub on the edge of the barbican.

Had an amazing roast here last night. Proper home cooked food and so tasty especially the roast parsnips. Generous portions. Loved our waiter Paul very attentive

What a find, tucked away in a small side street on the Barbican. Met up with friends for lunch, fairly busy. Very selection of meals to choose from. Friendly helpful staff. Ordered a seafood platter to share, sausage and mash and a crab pasta, everything delicious, the platter was very large with a good selection of seafood, the crab pasta was slightly spicy, very tasty. No room for dessert unfortunately. Highly recommended.

We came for the first time for my wife's birthday, we booked a table as previously were unable to visit, and understand why as it t was busy and only 7pm The food was lovely we both enjoyed our time at this lovely restaurant. The staff are friendly and on the ball too. Lovely food, service, atmosphere. Definitely recommend

Absolutely fantastic meal, even a meal for my dog chewie, my steak and ale pie was first class and the atmosphere was relaxing and wonderful. I can’t fault this at all, wonderful place to enjoy family time 😉

The ambience is really a dream. You can spend hours here and feel very comfortable. The service was excellent and we were pleased with the friendliness of the nice lady. The mussels could have been a little spicier, as could the side dishes for the steak pie. The meat, however, was to die for.

Food delicious. Service fantastic. Atmosphere great. Best meal so far in Plymouth and very reasonably priced for the quality.

Cannot fault this place. The food was fantastic, staff were lovely and a great atmosphere in the place. Highly recommend it.

A cracking Sunday roast, good ales and dog friendly. What more could you ask for?

Great food and ales and an astonishing whisky collection! Great pub 😀

Very slow service had to go back to car and put another hour on meter.

Fantastic place to dine, great staff. So good you need to book well in advance.

We went to the pub quiz on a Sunday evening! It was brilliant! Robbie the quiz master was fantastic! The pub had a great atmosphere so welcoming and a comfortable place to sit and relax !

Fantastic food and great service at The Fishermans again. Highly recommended. They went out of their way for all of us celebrating 2 birthdays and were more than willing to cook some vegan sausages for one of our party. The food was delicious as ever. I had the curry of the day and stole an egg off my step daughters plate, it doesn't usually come like it appears in the photo!!

Proper old pub, with good food and drink

Me and my partner have been going out and eating at all the places in Plymouth, every Wednesday, including some of the most expensive places. THIS PLACE IS A GEM! The food was incredible, and the mushroom starter left us speechless. The service was divine, and nothing was too much. Water was served in a fish gurgle jug, in which ive never come across before, the staff kindly served my wine in the jug ( my request ) everyone was so friendly and the whole experience was delightful! We will be back with family, friends, and us! It's such a lovely place and the food is amazing . I must add.. the womans toilets are the most glorious toilets I've ever entered and I'm in love with them!

Great selection of beers and fantastic food, including doggie menu for your pooch. Thanks to all the staff for fitting us in so would recommend booking for food.

Flawless roast dinner, thank you for the solid effort chef.

We couldn't book for dinner as they were full. Thankfully we could get in for lunch and we thoroughly enjoyed everything that we ate. Good selection of dishes and a lovely specials menu. Definitely worth seeking this pub out and book ahead to make sure you don't miss out.

Absolutely wonderful lunch here for our anniversary ❤️ great service provided by Paul and super tasty food!!

Thank you to all the staff for a brilliant service and in helping us celebrate our wedding. The food quality was excellent and the various dishes catered for every taste. A special mention to Jemma who personally looked after us throughout the afternoon. Thanks again to all.

Visited at lunchtime for post wedding lunch get together for my brother and sister in law, the graze/sharing platters were absolutely fabulous as were all the staff, they made us feel very welcome and nothing was too much trouble, the vast selection of different spirits was incredible for a smaller bar, certainly put the chain ones to shame. Location is fantastic and as the weather was so nice we were able to sit out and look at the harbour in the most tranquil of places, if you visit Plymouth please make the effort to visit them as you won’t be disappointed and would definitely suggest you book before hand to ensure you can get a table, Will definitely visit again when in the area

Food and pub highly recommended!

I get into Plymouth once every six months and always visit The Fisherman's Arms and have always been made to feel like I'm popping into my friendly local. Fantastic rum selection and Sunday roast.

I get into Plymouth once every six months and always visit The Fisherman's Arms and have always been made to feel like I'm popping into my friendly local. Fantastic rum selection and Sunday roast.

Ten out of ten for Joany on bar vodka soda twizzler great place lovely decor food looked amazing great atmosphere inside and outside

Didn't eat, think you need to book well in advance, but had a couple of pints. Great beer and great atmosphere, I was disappointed to have to leave.

Didn't eat, think you need to book well in advance, but had a couple of pints. Great beer and great atmosphere, I was disappointed to have to leave.

Perfect place to have good food in nice atmosphere

Whilst being on holiday in Devon for a week I came across the Fisherman’s Arms. What can I say apart from Wow!! This was truly an amazing place with fantastic food and first class service. I would definitely recommend this to anyone, just wished there was one in North Yorkshire 👍

The food here is great. There is a varied menu and the portions are good. My dad ALWAYS has the gumbo as its so good. I've tried several things, including a tasty Sunday roast. I love the fairy lights and cosy atmosphere.

Came here with friends. Everyone had a roast dinner. There was a choice of turkey, beef, lamb or gammon. I chose lamb. It was served as very fine slices. Sides of (a very cheesy) cauliflower cheese & creamed leeks was optional. They were generous with the portion sizes and they do homemade yorkshire puddings. You definitely won't leave hungry! There was a variety of desserts. The warm sticky toffee pudding was 'close your eyes' good. The service was good and not too long a wait. The only thing that would have been nice would be to have the option to have a mixed meat plate rather than having to stick to one choice (with the option to add on 1 more at additional cost) but not a deal breaker. The prices were reasonable overall. They are also welcoming to pets and children. They also have a baby change facility. If you're just there for drinks they have a nice variety of beer, real ale & ciders along with the usual bottled hardcore stuff. They also have a nice quirk of sweet dispensers if youre in the mood for some jelly beans or mini chocolate eggs. They also have a great decor but I won't spoil the suprise with pictures of that, but you must see it for yourself :) I would recommend this place and hope to be back at some point. Thank you.

Went in today for their Sunday Roast and they were able to get us in early. We had never been and were super pleased with the friendly staff and fun decor! Great dog menu as well for our pup. Roast was fantastic and very big portions as well. Will definitely be back!

From the initial phone call to reserve a table to the goodbyes , everything was excellent . Such a prettily decorated pub, comfy seating , friendly professional helpful staff and a good menu choice . Four of us met for lunch , and we all had different food choices, but all agreed that the quality, quantity and presentation of the food was indeed, excellent . As friends we had plenty of time to catch up and enjoy a very leisurely lunch with no pressure at all to leave . The lemon brioche pudding is highly recommended ! We also enjoyed meeting Sadie , who kept a watchful eye on all . Would we go back again ? Most certainly.

Amazing decor. I love the sparkly pub sign indoors. Great real ale. A few steps to get to here.

I just love this pub. We travel over from Cornwall to go here. It is beautifully decorated and lit inside, the food is fantastic, it has a well stocked bar and great beers. Our cockapoo is a VIP family member, she is always warmly welcomed and there's a specific doggy menu too. Staff are just lovely, so helpful but not overbearing. The Fishermans Arms is up there with our all time faves.

Stonking!! A perfect blend of old English pub and classy restaurant which work perfectly. The beer and food are excellent and very reasonable prices. It was nice to have a very pleasant unique local ale, (named after the pub's dog!). The sea bass and capers were very tasty. The staff are also very personable and easy to chat to and the resident cat was a great bonus! Next time we are in Plymouth we will definitely visit again.

Cracking Sunday roast and definitely get the cauliflower cheese side! It gets busy, and I didn't have a reservation, but they squeezed me in at a bar table and I felt well looked after!

Wonderful. The fish dishes were excellent.

The lads looked after us from the time we arrived and the 2dogs see you again soon thanks again

Went for the quiz last Sunday of the month. Had a roast before. Quiz Best roast ever. Red cabbage and cheesy leeks option added for free. It’s faultless and the quiz a hoot as always. The music round being the largest part of it. Everyone singing along. Great night out with friends.

What a lovely pub, relaxed atmosphere with an old, yet modern twist. The decor in the ladies was inspired. The food was really lovely and menu was varied enough to cater to everyones taste. My daughter raved about her delicious burger. The cassoulet and Thai curry were very good too. The bar had an amazing array of spirits. Thanks go to the chef and all the friendly staff.

From the minute you step into this lively pub, you get a cool vibe. Excellent food and service - we were visiting from Canada and they went the extra mile to find us a table even though it was busy. We had the fisherman’s platter as a shared appetizer and it was fabulous. We will absolutely be back when we pass through Plymouth again!

Great Pub Restaurant. Friendly staff, great food. Huge Wine & Spirits selection. What's not to like??

Came with a group of friends from work. Great food and great service from our waitress Poppie. Will definitely be back

Great little pub, lovely food, nice decor