The Kings Arms in South Hams - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

We had an absolutely wonderful meal here. The food was fantastic (no microwave usual pub rubbish), it was fresh and clearly thought out and executed well. The kids meal was really nice and all the portions were generous. The atmosphere with murals by a local artist was great and the views are to die for. I didn’t catch the name of the young gentleman who served us but he was excellent. Polite, professional and accommodating. We’ll be back for sure! Thank you Kings arms 😊

The mackerel special was delicious, as were the sweet mussels. Excellent attentive service from John, chef and the team.

Excellent main courses. The hake curry was exceptional and all the portions were very generous.

Really weird - loved this place last year but we were told they were fully booked for food at 5.15pm when pretty much every table inside and outside was empty. Don't get it. Anyway, we saved £40 and this place will be shut within 5 years. Win win

Excellent mexican food night with live music

2 nights in a row at the kings head. The quiz is a very fun night with questions for all. Tonight for food the new chef is superb and we all loved the menu and food was delicious especially the Thai muscles.

We stopped off for dinner and were not disappointed. The menu on that evening was very good and we both enjoyed the meals we had. It is described as a community pub but don't let that put you off. The atmosphere was very good and the staff very friendly and accommodating. On the evening we called in it was clear that it can get very busy and you might want to make reservation. On final thought, the view from the rear of the pub is amazing overlooking the sea and the countryside

Fabulous food fabulous views. The food was really really good. We had arachini to start. I had the scallops for main and my partner had the hake cooked to perfection. To finish we shared a lemon parfait with ice cream which had a delicious zesty lemon tang. John manager/front of house was perfect host made us feel very welcombe. We went on the Saturday it was very busy so we would advise booking ahead.

We ate here twice and both meals were fab. Had the grilled hake and the fish and chips. Good to see the place refurbished with some nice changes. Staff were fun and friendly... recommend 🥰

The new chef has created some delicious dishes . We had lemon thyme truffle aranchini balls . Delicious.the Thai mussels were spicy and full of great flavours.then fish and chips really good crispy batter and well cooked chips .what’s not to like. Keep up the great cooking . Thanks .

grew up in strete remember helping out at the kings arms as a youngster back in the 70s,80s,good to see the old place still going.

A community run pub, run to completely professional standards. Simple sandwich menu for lunch was well priced and good value; prawn mayo baguette and cheddar and pickle sandwiches we had were tasty and a good sized portion. Majority of beers and ciders on offer are local Devon brews and also reasonable prices. The views from the terrace and garden... priceless. Do stop by if you're in the area, a great place for a bite and a pint and great to see the community pulling together to keep their pub open.

Called in here for lunch, really nice location with fine views of the coastline & by a bus stop on the 93 route. There was a range of locally brewed beers, plus the usual pub offerings, so all taste's catered for. The staff were friendly & helpful. The food was excellent (we had the Hake with patatas bravas & the crab & mussel linguine, there were meat & veggie options on the menu as well) the food was also very reasonably priced & the quality superb.

The King’s Arms is a wonderfully friendly community pub with all the warmth you might expect of your favourite local. We were lucky enough to be staying just a few yards up the road for a week with our friends. We enjoyed Saturday afternoon drinky-poos with live music in the garden. The landlord, Jon, very kindly persuaded staff to open up and provide us with Sunday evening dinner – slightly delayed with the England match going to extra time ! – but they won anyway and a fabulous evening nonetheless. Everyone enjoyed their meals too - lovely fresh, local fare. Wednesday Quiz Night with very tasty pizzas – ‘Team T&T Dynamite’ bombed dramatically bouncing Barnes Wallis style into next-to-last place. Great fun ! Jon is a truly fabulous host and, no doubt, the driving force behind the continued success of this great village pub. Everyone involved including the customers are just so friendly it must be hard not to have a good time here. We wish you all at The King’s Arms every success for the future. Please look after it, you have something very special here.

Fantastic walk along the coast path from the camping and Caravaning club site at Dartmouth 2 hours to build up a thirst and hunger. Arrived to great views, friendly staff and restaurant quality food Superb 😊

Friendly service. Great beer Great pizzas every Wednesday

Community pub in the middle of Devon. The place is owned by the community. While you go there for the pub, the views are seriously AMAZING! Sit outside or on the balcony on a sunny day. You can soak on it and enjoy. The place has its own dedicated parking.

No better place to spend a sunny afternoon!

Really nice food very tasty, would definitely return again👌❤️🌍🐕

Quality food, view and staff! What's more to ask for?

Fantastic pub, amazing Sunday roasts!

Wed night Pizza by Steve and Vanessa and a pint in the gardens of the pub 🍻 great evening

This is a superb pub with amazing coastal views. The food is excellent. We sat on the terrace above the beer garden and enjoyed some Devon Rock lager looking out on the view. For lunch I had a special of crab and mussels linguine which was divine and my partner had the mussels and chips which was also superb. Really friendly guy working there too. Would highly recommend. If you want to add in a walk we parked at Blackpool Sands and walked the coastal path there which took 30 mins. Just be aware it is steep in some parts on the way up to Strete.

We had dinner at the King's Arms last night with a starter of scallops and a veloute made from the coral followed by the crab linguine as a main. Both dishes tasted fantastic and were great value! Although we didn't have them the dishes of mussels that came from the kitchen also looked and smelled delicious. Highly recommend a visit!

Fantastic Sunday roast with one of the best sticky toffee pudding I’ve had. Great service from Jon and the team

We finally had a chance to come here for food rather than a quick visit in the garden and I must say it was outstanding! We visited as a family of 4 on a Saturday night and despite the tables being full, the service and food was fantastic. We visit every year and will definitely be back 😊 Staff are all lovely and made a great effort with the kids!

Lovely pub. Great setting. Friendly welcome.

A welcoming greeting from Jonathon the manager/barman/waiter along with a lovely lady who happened to be a local 'shareholder' trying to keep this lovely pub open for locals and visitors alike. With great views to the coast, lovely fresh food, good choice of drinks it deserves to be visited. We are sure you will find the 'Kings Inn' a welcome place to stop and refuel if enjoying a coastal path walk or simply use the pub car park if passing through the village.

Lovely local community pub, John made us feel very welcomed and gave us interesting local information, he also checked the bus times first us, nothing was too much trouble . It's got a great selection of drinks and nibbles. We didn't have a meal but the menu looked good with great choices. The views are stunning and the pub is decorated lovely and makes you feel at home. We will definitely return when next in the area.

We stayed in Strete for a boys holiday, the first stop was the kings arms and meet John The land lord and the team who made us very welcome every day with pat the birthday girl. This pub is what pubs should be great food, views, beer and banter. Thank for making our Holiday

Wonderful location for several Pints. Great food at cracking prices. Amazing views.

Nice view but horrid food - definitely a drinking pub only. £15.50(!) burger arrived after 45 minutes wait (was first to order after kitchen opened and no others eating) bearing no resemblance to the description on the menu - no pickles and was in some sort of panini? I'm no Gordon Ramsay but I could have done much better myself. It's important to support community-run pubs but maybe this one should stick to what they appear to be best at: a beer with a view.

Stayed in Strete for a few days last weekend. Great Community managed pub. Both staff and locals were very welcoming. Dogs are also welcomed with a treat on the bar. Great views over the coast. Would definitely recommend if you are in the area! Normally food is available, however during our stay a chef was being recruited. Otherwise I am sure I would also give 5 🌟 for food.

We visited this pub at lunchtime on a sunny Saturday over Easter. It is in a stunning location, with a lovely garden. The interior is great too, with an upstairs dining area with huge picture window overlooking the sea. We didn't eat, but saw the high quality fresh vegetables being delivered and wished we could have. This is a pub run by community funding and really deserves your custom. Go there, you won't be disappointed!

Long live the Kings Arms' pie night! It was a delight to come in from the wind and the rain, and be met by a warm, welcoming atmosphere …and those wonderful pies. All eight of us agreed - the pies were a triumph! No one left hungry. This pub has mastered the art of the perfect pub pie - an unmissable treat for any lover of hearty, comforting British cuisine. I highly recommend you seek out the next pie night at this charming local gem.

Really nice friendly place run by the community. Pleasant view looking out to see. No food to be seen when we were there, but what ever was cooking smelt good. Wish we had time to sit in the beer garden a bit longer.

Best Pub Sunday Lunch in South Devon? We have dined here or a regular basis and always enjoyed the welcome, the food and the beers. After their winter break, we returned for their new menu Sunday Lunch at just £18.50/head, it was both generous and fabulous. I opted for the trio of beef, ham and turkey. All the meats are from local suppliers, the beef was tender, the ham was tasty, and the turkey was succulent. The vegetables (White cabbage, roast carrots, red cabbage, leeks in sauce and cauliflower cheese) were all cooked to perfection whilst the roast potatoes were crispy on the outside and fluffy in the middle. Extra gravy was automatically served in a jug. The sea views are fab, and the new manager is most welcoming.

A really charming pub. Very friendly, fabulous food and great views. Can't recommend this place enough.

A very warm welcome on a cold starry night, a pub quiz which the landlord had put a lot of effort into writing himself, and a convivial evening with friends. Combined with a very nice glass of chilled rosé, some homely interior decor, and a very clean toilet, all made for a great evening. At £2 per person for the quiz, this surely must be one of the cheapest and most fun winter Wednesday nights out in the local area. We’ll be back! Well done The Kings Arms Community Pub, you deserve to be really successful. The Bly Family, at Salcombe Dairy.

Burgers were great. Wednesday Quiz is great fun. Good service, nice atmosphere.

What a wonderful pub! Found by chance, a lovely warm welcome on a wet and miserable night. Lovely real ales, delicious burger and fantastic locally made steak pie…we ended up staying for the quiz! All in all a great evening, a credit to staff and local community!

What a great find, excellent food, stunning views and super helpful staff. Great beer too!

What a find! The staff were so welcoming and helpful. The food was lovely and the view was amazing!

Went there for my wife's birthday great atmosphere child friendly and dog friendly Had a lovely evening with all the family. Staff were very friendly and helpful

Amazing food in a great local pub. Recommend the fish and chips. Staff were so friendly and helpful. Great value for money

Although fish and chips not on lunch menu the chef said no problem to cook for us. Huge pieces of freshly cooked cod chips and peas all delicious. Staff could not have been more friendly and helpful and will definitely come back.

Probably the worst burger and service I've ever had. The 'italian' burger was a defrosted chicken breast in a dry bun with some mozzarella. The english burger was just as bad. When asked how the burger was the staff just said that's how ita supposed to be, with no apology or offer of a refund. Off to get some decent food.

Lovely gaff... hopefully they will succeed

I would like to congratulate the Kings Arms on its recent fabulous makeover. This character filled pub, now has a 'loved' nautical feel. Fantastic murals, my favourite being the mermaid on the wall behind the bar. Well done to everyone involved – pop in and support this cracking pub and lovely staff!...

While on holiday nearby, we called in on the off chance they may have a table for us for dinner that evening and found it was their reopening night; they did have a table; and there was a quiz! We returned at the appointed time and everyone was so friendly and welcoming. We discovered that this is a community run pub who had been closed for a refurb and were reopening with volunteers running the place. The decor was great and the choice of food excellent. The portions were generous and so well cooked. My mussels were cooked to perfection with delicious crusty bread to soak up the white wine they had been cooked in. Then the quiz started! We always come last in pub quizzes as we don't know about sport or photos of celebrities but this quiz was so different with very varied questions - some multiple choice but all that anyone could have a guess at. After each question, the scoreboard was revealed and there was great friendly rivalry between the teams. We actually came second much to our surprise! This community pub is so welcoming we would be there every night if we lived locally and I would certainly be volunteering to do a stint behind the bar. Good luck to you all - you deserve to do well and thank you for such a wonderfully entertaining evening with excellent food. Rice 'n Pudding!

Newly decorated so make the most of the pub and unrivalled views. A delicious Sunday lunch

A glorious sunny winter’s day demanded a lunch by the sea (a day for apricity- look it up!). Decided on a visit down to the King’s Arrms after a gap since before it had become a community pub. Been coming irregularly for over twenty years & loved the building & the position. Glorious drive to it along the coast road (both ways) too. A friendly welcome & a pint of well kept Jail Ale before having a good look at an unexpectedly comprehensive menu with a couple of specials on the board. Turned out to be a new menu just launched a few days before & there were plenty of familiar favourites but some interesting additions as well. The three of us settled on a Mediterranean sharing platter as starter (billed as for two but was easily enough to satisfy all of us). One of the best Olive mixes I’ve seen in years with sun dried tomatoes, cornichons & pickled garlic., hummus, tzatziki, grilled peppers, halloumi sticks & pitta to dip - would happily have it as a satisfying lunch for two. The special of grilled sea bass won us all over & was perfectly cooked, served with baby potatoes & salsa verde. Couldn’t resist the dessert menu either. The wine menu was a total surprise too. When was the last time you saw a good selection of reds & whites priced at £20 bottle? Amazing! Service was friendly & attentive & the views up the coast just stunning. So good to see an old favourite back in top form again. Definitely back as a stop on the way to Slapton.

What a lovely pub with a lovely view

Went to the pub quiz last night in the newly decorated, revamped pub. Great fun, great food, great company - we had an absolute blast. There is a completely new menu, which proved really difficult to chose from as everything sounded delicious. I had the moule mariniere which was fanatstic. Highly recommend this place as completely transformed since the last time I went

Pint, a roast and a view of the sea! What more can you need? Fantastic community pub, worth the visit simply for the sea view.

It isn’t very often you stumble upon a gem like this. We were en route back from Dartmouth to Salcombe and wanted to find somewhere to pop into for a quick bite for lunch. The staff were so amenable, despite the fact that we arrived ten minutes before closing. The food was super and better still, really excellent value for money. Perhaps most importantly for The Kings Arms, is that it is a community run pub and the amazing staff are volunteers. If you fancy a fab value for money bite to eat with a decent pint, I would most definitely recommend a visit here.

My sister, her husband and I had a great evening in the Kings Arms, Strete, on 29th December 2023. We were welcomed by the new manager, Jon, and were enjoying an excellent meal when my niece and her children arrived unexpectedly. No problem said young barman, Owen, and swiftly added an extra table to ours and produced bowls of chips. New Year's Eve had a good vibe and was well attended. I can thoroughly recommend this pub with its stunning views, friendly service and ambience, local ales and good food

Came in for lunch on a chilly November day. Made feel very welcome. The views are amazing. The menu was excellent and GF option available.

Fantastic Sunday lunch with great service and super friendly staff. Can definitely recommend - we shall be going back as soon as possible.

If you haven't eaten in this wonderful pub, you're missing out. The food is amazing, the atmosphere warm and welcoming. John and his team made this holiday maker feel like a local! Thank you all so much. Can't wait to come back. 🙏

Like the best Home cooking you could ask. I could travel far and wide to try and find a better battered Haddock,and the starters were just fab. Happy Tummy 😊

Lovely atmosphere and food , we had the Xmas menus which was so tasty and the staff are great as always , excellent night xx

Well - bit of a strange one this. I love this pub and their food but was dissappointed to have our reservation cancelled at short notice on Thursday 7 December 2023. There were two of us and a cat (yes really - on a lead) booked in for lunch and we travel to my mums place in Plymouth from Durham (7 hr drive) so I rang and booked the lunch several days in advance. I was called on my mobile when I was around 60 miles from Strete by the venue and told that they were cancelling our booking as a large group from the village were having lunch and no additional bookings should have been made. Very great shame. The caller was polite and said they were sorry but I feel the cancellation should have been made much more in advance than 1.5 hrs as that pretty well left us with no alternative. I will go again to the pub but was not a great scenario on this occasion. Never mind.......

Great little pub great view from the restaurant overlooking the sea.Sunday lunch was tasty all the trimmings very good cauliflower cheese , lots of beef/ turkey. Honey glazed carrots . Nice crispy potatoes.all round great lunch. Nice staff. Good red wine too. Worth a visit good value.

Lovely meal. We found everyone to be super friendly and the staff were absolutely lovely. Our meal was fab with a good menu choice (including vegan) and the local beer on tap was really really good. I so hope this place thrives. A community pub in a lovely village that’s only a 2 minute walk from joining the coastal path to Blackoool sands or Slapton. We will definitely return.

I bring my elderly father here most weeks and are always made welcome by John and the other staff. The food is simple, tasty and reasonably priced. The view over the sea is beautiful and the beer garden a real treat.

Fantastic Sunday Roast! Never disappointed when we come here. Choice of meat with all the trimmings or vegetarian option. Generous serving of crisp roast potatoes and plenty of serve yourself veg with extra gravy. A warm welcome and wonderful service, too. Keep doing what you're doing!

Very disappointed, booked a table for today 16 th November for lunch ,for four people. Had two emails saying a table was booked for use all,and asked me on 15th November to confirm we were still going. I had family down from Birmingham and when we arrived was told there was a private party on and no booking for use all for lunch.

Have been holidaying in the area and visited kingswear Dartmouth and totnes Some amazing friendly pubs Someone told us about the community pub in strete and so we went to see I was disappointed to find the manager seemed only to be interested in the locals and went out of his way to welcome them and have a chat We were however ignored on the way in and out ! It was a sea of silver haired ladies and gents from the area and overall I thought it lacked atmosphere and the Devon welcome I have found else where Not for me ….

So disappointed tonight that the new manager did not feel my friend and I were worthy of his attention. We went to support his opening night as residents local to the area but sadly will think again. We know how hard the Kings Arms summer has been and supported the fund raising. We also follow on Facebook and when we saw the post regarding a meet or greet. Didn't hesitate to support. The new manager ignored us from the moment we walked in, even though the pub only had one other customer. Different story with Strete local residents as soon as they arrived. Almost falling over himself, so false, interested but only these chosen ones. Certainly how it appeared. All very uncomfortable. He wasn't even interested in the international traveler that booked a table. The diner tried to have a conversation but the manager did not hide his disinterest. The manager couldn't even be bothered to acknowledge us leaving! Very saddened to have such treatment when community pubs need the support. Will sadly think twice about going again. Maybe his intention is to only attract Strete residents and is not interested in anyone in the surrounding villages.

Pizzas, views, gardens, paintings for sale, good choice of ciders and beer all served by helpful volunteer staff, thank you!

Popped in for Sunday lunch and would highly recommend, friendly staff, nice beer garden with lovely views from garden & dinning area.

Visited this lovely charming pub after a day on Blackpool Sands, what a great way to finish off the day. Warm friendly welcome, good food and the beer well kept.Well done team keep up the good work.We will definitely be back again

Lovely community pub in Strete. We were welcomed by a wonderfully kind and jovial man who volunteers at the pub and told us a lot about the history of Strete. And what a fascinating one at that! Go for the atmosphere, beautiful views of the coastline and lovely garden! Warmly recommended.

Terrific pub with stunning sea views. We were lucky enough to eat there on an "open mic" night. We enjoyed the excellent local musicians and the warm, friendly atmosphere. We'll be back next time we're in the South Hams.

There isn’t a lot in Strete and the shop was shut so we wandered into the pub to see if they did any lunch. My husband had the pizza and I ordered the ploughman’s. We sat outside as we had the dog and it had...

Have visited before. Beautiful scenery and lovely little pub. Food was ok. Service was slow. Staff friendly but they were obviously struggling as fairly busy.

Great friendly community run local pub. Great beer friendly staff and great food. Worth visiting for the view from the rear alone but this place needs to be treasured as a tremendous community asset. Only a couple of minutes up (by car) from the beach.

Great views over the sea , fab community run local, the food was lovely and fresh staff very helpful , great atmosphere will go again ,

I recently had the pleasure of visiting this charming pub, and I left thoroughly impressed. While pubs are often associated with beer and hearty meals, what stood out to me here was their exceptional coffee. It's not every day that you find a pub that serves coffee of such high quality, and it was a delightful surprise. But what truly took my breath away was the view. The pub is situated in a picturesque location that offers stunning vistas. Sipping on a delicious cup of coffee while gazing out at the scenic beauty was a truly memorable experience. It's not just a place to enjoy a drink; it's a place to savor the moment. The combination of great coffee and an awe-inspiring view makes this pub a hidden gem worth discovering. Whether you're a coffee lover or simply in search of a relaxing spot with a view, this place has it all. I can't recommend it enough for those seeking a peaceful and enjoyable outing.

Had a wonderful stop at the pub today while we walked down to Landcombe. Staff were incredibly polite, lovely bit of banter with the kiddos. Food was really good! Nothing to fault at all, really tasty. At roughly £45 for 2 adults and 2 children (inc. beer and cider) you can't go wrong. Dog friendly and even a little play area while the kids waited for lunch. Amazing view for the husband and I. If we visit the area again we will certainly be back!

Amazing little pub, great selection of drinks and the lunch menu was really good. Food was fantastic and staff were lovely 😊👍

Highly recommended - What a fantastic meal we’ve had this evening at the Kings Arms. A cosy atmosphere and beautiful setting. We enjoyed the pies and pizzas, but it was hard to choose as the whole menu was appealing. We must give a shout out to the lads serving, they were so polite and provided excellent service. Our dog was made to feel welcome and a water bowl was brought to her. We look forward to returning next year and wish you all the best with your outstanding community pub.

Friendly, relaxed atmosphere, fabulous views and dog friendly too. The food is outstanding with a good choice of local beers and ciders. This is a community owned and run establishment and the “staff” are mostly volunteers, that said, the service is outstanding. It is possible...

Myself and my partner wanted to have some food around 2pm we decided to come here. There was no food until 3pm which was fine for us as we sat and had a drink. The pub itself is cosy with really lovely staff. We sat...

Friendly, welcoming and with impressive views, even a rainbow today over the coast!

Ruby and George were the sole bar staff at the pub the night we visited. They were more than able to provide care for all their guests including us. They were very friendly, attentive and helpful despite being very busy, nothing was too much trouble. Very impressive from two young people on how to work in hospitality. The food was of excellent quality served in the right time frame. We are there Sunday and Monday evening. Would definitely recommend. 5 stars all round!

Run by the local community, a lovely pub full of character and a view from the garden that you wouldnt believe. Had a pizza here. Staff were lovely, hope this iconic pub goes from strength to strength.

Myself and partner visited here one night after looking for a pub to go to whilst staying at a local campsite. Absolutely amazing warm welcome from the moment we stepped inside the door and fantastic service throughout out our entire time there. And the best bit is that this pub is owned and run by the local community, read the "our story" page on their website for full details. In terms of customer service this pub excels at every level. In fact some of the big pub and restaurant chains would benefit from sending their staff there for some training and experience on how to make customers feel welcome. If you like beer and ale there are several local varieties on offer and all of them are good. The food menu is simple with all of the normal pub classics, served in a timely manner with good presentation. The desserts and ice cream in particular are amazing. The dining room has a lot of really lovely local paintings which are available to purchase at good prices. We went away with a lovely oil painting of a local beach as a souvenir of our stay. After our first night we were so happy we immediately booked again for the next night.

What a great pub with lovely staff, tasty, unpretentious food and wonderful views of the sea in the back garden. It is a must-visit!

What a wonderful evening at The Kings Arms ! The food was delicious, the view stunning and the service exceptional. Special thanks to Sara for looking after us so well. Nothing was too much trouble and all the staff were helpful and attentive. Very happy...

Lovely views great staff Marvel's the experiences with lovely food and drink

Great local mackerel on the barbecue with a view of the sea it came from . Lovely community run pub. Family and dog friendly.

Found this gem of a pub having come up the South West Coast path from Strete Gate. Best pint of cider I've ever had in Devon - South Hams Organic Vintage on tap. Thanks, guys: we'll be back!

Just came home from another wonderful evening at the Arms. Good food. Lovely staff, great view and one of the best deserts I have ever had. Raspberry White chocolate brulee...wauw! Chef should enter for The British Bake off! Amazing!

It a community owed and run pub fantastic food and plenty of entertainment quiz live music and good people I shall be back at some point this year. I did not realise this review had not been listed due to the 100 characters required. So...

Beer rubbish neighbours and friends can't poor beer. And the selection of drinks we're all cheap products and overpriced either get a proper barman or shut

Had both Sunday lunch and lunch on Monday at the King’s Arms. Good home cooked food and good beer at reasonable prices. Lovely view from the dining room and nice garden area too. Staff who are mainly volunteers, as this a community owned pub, are...

Fantastic pub with a warm welcome, great food and superb views. Six of us had a two mile walk here from our holiday rental to enjoy a Sunday lunch. Everything was perfect - from the service and food to the weather! We would highly recommend the Kings Arms - it’s managed passionately by the village community and is a project that deserves support and success! Good luck 🍀

The Kings Arms is a treat. On arrival we were greeted with a friendly and welcoming gentleman who poured our drinks and showed us to our table which was by the balcony window with the perfect view. We were only planning on having 2 courses...