The Mount Pleasant Inn in Teignbridge

Was hoping for a good experience, a lovely inn in a lovely location, shame about what happened! We sat down and ordered our drinks, I received a flat pint, then we ordered food. We told the staff my son had a dairy allergy and asked about the kids meatballs and spaghetti, they said it was dairy free, so we ordered that, then it was served with garlic bread on top which was made with sairy butter, which we had to send back and get a new one, by now 3 staff knew about my sons allergy , we then ordered a dairy free dessert, which came out with dairy ice cream on the plate, so again we sent this back, a new dessert came out which was different and again had dairy in it, by now we lost confidence and asked to pay the bill so we could leave, staff was polite and helpful at the table but needed asking to chase up orders , they said the kitchen was told about the allergy, but the kitchen wasn't listening to them, what a shame a place that looked lovely felt dangerous in the end

UPDATE: This business is trying to suggest I once worked for them when quite clearly I have not and a quick search through my previous reviews makes that clear. I don't work for anyone. Further embarrassment for this place. This place is dreadful and like a college comedy. It's the blind leading the blind. After a few years away we have visited to find a once thriving place and one of our favourite places has turned into an overpriced disaster, which is why I suspect it is empty at a time where it should be insanely busy. The general consensus seems to be the manager here is the problem as there is absolutely no direction and the floor staff consists of young girls that do a lot of chatting between them but not much else. The lack of customers may explain their incredibly over priced menu which doesn't come close to matching the quality you actually receive. If you're looking for value for money in this run down boozer then this isn't the case. Hopefully this place will be sold soon and new owners with experience who care and take pride in what they do will make this once great place fabulous again.

Very expensive meal for 4 Not the best service from young staffs Atmosphere severely lacking Mixed grill (£27) pretty sub par but lasagne good. Excellent location but nowhere the place it used to be I’m afraid (15 years ago) 😞

The carvery I am told was beautiful I didn't eat this . The young servers are wonderful . The view across the warren to the sea is stunning even on a cold grey day

Staff were very friendly but sadly got our order wrong. We decided to stick with what was served but the quality was poor. We were there on the previous Monday too when the food was much better. We have been going to this venue for years but when we went in this time it was practically empty, never seen a lunchtime without customers before.

Service was fast and efficient, and the food was brought out piping hot. The food was good, I had a mixed grill with a near perfect fried egg. Soft runny yolk and a crispy edge. Pity other establishments can't serve eggs like that. Been back March 25. Food is still great, a really nice chicken curry.

good view open windows placed at back very dark bad atmosphere no definite price on carvery very wired not much help had to search for own menues after a good 15 mins of just sat there no customer sirvice at all definitely better places was looking forward to a good carvery but let down definitely the right place dirty and not worth the money you pay for this

booked a table for 2 by a window walked in standed for 5 minutes got taken to the dark corner no menues given got told just to wait a second 15 minutes later had to go find a menu and had to help another table to find them another 10 minutes go by saw other people food looked soggy and decided to leave terrible sirvice overpriced for what it is no atmosphere at all very dark only thing is a good view not good priceing at all got told the carvery mabey 17.50 but not sure wouldn't go her

I love the mount pleasant and always pop in for a drink but went today and the barman had a face like a bulldog chewing a wasp no greeting a grunt, on his phone, eating at the bar and very rude 😑 could do with some hospitality training ☹️😤😎

I will give this place five stars. We were there as a family and have been there many times. The view is spectacular the also provided food specifically for one person in our group who has the coeliac disorder and we were ahead of the normal kitchen timing but they prepared our choices and made us feel very welcome. My original choice was scampi and an apologetic manager came to say there was none so I stopped to cod and chips and was charged the same price. I must say my fish seemed extra tasty and was a decent size. Our group all enjoyed our meals. We will be returning soon, if that I have no doubt!

We had the ploughman's lunch and the steak sandwich it was lovely fresh food and plenty of it

Avoid the sirloin steak . Very fatty and tough. Expensive and not worth the money . When speaking to the staff on our dissatisfaction. We faced with hostility

Such a shame but over the years it's got worse. Service was haphazard. Food was poor and not worth the money. Fish & chips was a special but when it actually came it looked like a couple of bits of fish from the frozen section of a Supermarket. Sadly I would not recommend..

Beautiful food and lovely service. Gluten Free was great!

We had booked to have a meal for a birthday and on the phone when booking the staff informed us that menued food would be available as well as carvery. However we were then told on the day once we had arrived that it was only carvery they had on that day. We were waiting for awhile at our table before the staff took our drinks order and most of the drinks we ordered they did not have despite it being in their menu. Despite it being table service we had to return to the bar several times to order drinks, with the staff seemingly clueless how to make simple drinks. The Carvery food was cold, with the chicken being poor quality and mushy. When we got to ordering desserts, half the order for desserts they were also incapable of fulfilling due to not having any. We then asked to make a complaint to management to be met with what quite frankly was the worst service I have ever received. The manager made no attempt at reconciling the issue and had said that nothing could be done as we had ate the food. All of our plates had been left with most of the carvery items still on the plates due to poor quality. The manager did nothing to compensate the abysmal service and quality we had recieved. Overall poor service, poor management, poor quality. If you are thinking about coming to Mount Unpleasant, please avoid.

Very friendly staff greeted and seated us. Only carvery on a Sunday but boy was it done well!!! Stuffed and happy!!! Lovely puddings too and really reasonable prices. Beautiful views from all the seating and a lovely outdoor area if it wasn’t blowing a gale!! We decided to snuggle inside, eat, drink and get very merry!!

Don’t come here for food in 2025. Quality of food is terrible. We have always come here for valentine day, but never again unfortunately.

So many fake reviews to make themselves look amazing which their not. Awful food & disgusting dirty bar I wouldn't worry about leaving damaging reviews, because the so called General Manager & staff will damage this business

We have used the Mount Pleasant Inn for a number of years, but recently the standard has dramatically dropped. The food selection is very sporadic. Often dishes are "unavailable" the physical menus themselves are very tatty, what you would expect from a "greasy Joe” roadside take away. The presentation of the food is on plates that seem to have come from a jumble sale. The selection of drinks is also very poor, and the worst of all the staff have a "tough luck" attitude. Sadly we will not be going to the Mount Pleasant anymore; we have now found a much better venue.

Wow just wow our little family went for dinner food was amazing, staff were fab, cannot fault a thing will definitely be back guys

FANTASIC DATE NIGHT. Myself and my partner was in the area visiting family and we was recommended to try the Mount Pleasant. So We did and WOW 👌. On arrival we were instantly made to feel so welcome and relaxed. The staff were amazing and friendly. We both had food which was absolutely gorgeous, we both ordered a burger and can i just say so juicy and flavoursome. 🤤 the chips were cooked to perfection. To top off the meal we both had a Hot chocolate woth fresh cream & marshmallows. That truly hit the nail on the head🥰 Excellent service all round, what a great evening. Compliments to the chef, bar staff & management.👏 We will definitely be back and will highly recommend to friends & family

We had a lovely meal, service very good and very attentive staff. Average prices. Will go again

Rooms are absolutely spotless, we enjoyed our stay and the food is a1 definitely 5 stars from us, staff are so friendly and helpful brilliant job guys well done

Food and stafff was excellent, would recommend

Three of us went for Sunday carvery and spent £110.00 3 main courses, drinks, bottle of wine, desserts and coffee. The service was terrible, there wasn't any supervision of the restaurant staff, which meant we were ignored most of the time and had to get their attention or go to the bar ourselves. The food wasn't great and the gravy was like water. Ordered coffee and brandy's, coffee came 10 minutes later. I wouldn't return again

Just had a very nice meal , even though the pub was very cold as were the plates .The staff were very friendly

If I could give zero I would. I don't often write reviews, but I felt it was imperative after this horrendous experience. We have been coming to The Mount Pleasant for over 15 years for family occasions, including our annual pre-Christmas celebration. I am left saddened and disappointed by what can only be described as the worst dining experience I have ever had. Service and staff: The waitresses were inattentive with little communication skills. We were not informed they had altered the ordering process for drinks and that we needed to request them at the bar. Upon finishing our main courses and having our table cleared, we were not informed about desserts despite two of us ordering from the Christmas menu where desserts and coffee are included. It was 40 minutes before we had dessert menus dumped on the table, and even then, with absolutely no communication as to the fact desserts were to be ordered at the bar too. The supervisor was unprofessional and rude, to the point we preferred to leave the ‘restaurant’, than have the dessert and coffee that was included. There was no manager on site, even though it was a Saturday with Christmas dinner parties. Food: The starters were nice and prompt, but it was downhill after that. They rushed out the mains, although not everyone had finished their starters. The burger turned up cold and the other mains were lukewarm at best. Atmosphere: Firstly, the lights were turned off for a few minutes during our starters (with two children under 4) so they could serve Christmas pudding to another table, however, there was no warning given. Secondly, the Christmas music was turned off halfway through the main courses. If you want a disappointing experience with no atmosphere and to be ignored by waitressing staff and belittled by a supervisor, this is the place to come.

Nice traditional English pub but with stunning views all out to sea over to Exmouth 💚

Anything but Pleasant! Horrible oppressive atmosphere, rude inattentive almost indifferent staff, zero management and sub par food.

We have been attending The Mount for our family Christmas dinner for 15 years (minus Covid) as it is down the road for our Grandmother who is not very mobile. Today the service was exceptionally poor. We had to attend the bar for all our drinks, they refused table service despite the restaurant being full and us having pre ordered all our food. They did not check on how our food was until we had finished the meal. The mains were all tepid or cold. We asked for one very cold burger to be heated up. It was clearly just microwaved as the bread returned very dried out and the burger was still warm at best. Furthermore, 40 minutes after we had finished our mains, we had 5 dessert menus dumped on the table with no word informing us that dessert was also to be ordered at the bar. When we complained the staff were shocked that we asked for money off the bill at the end and spoke rudely to us. Extremely disappointed and despite the view being nice there seems to be a complete lack of care in the service and the food nowadays. Don’t bother coming.

Honestly, the most disappointing dining experience we've ever had, the staff were indifferent, our food was ice cold and when confronted about the standard of service they were dismissive and accusatory. The Mount has had a terminal decline from which I fear it won't recover....nor does it deserve to.

We had our aunts wake at the Mount Pleasant yesterday the staff could not do enough for us . The food was excellent and as my husband and I are celiac they catered for us very well . I can highly recommend this pub for any event or even just a meal as we have eaten there many times . We look forward to seeing you again in December x

I rarely write reviews these days but I just had the worst meal I’ve had for a very long time. Vegetables re-heated from the day before and tasteless everything else is not what I was expecting for £19. To make matters worse, the white wine was almost undrinkable.

Nice pub with good beers friendly staff and good views felt welcomed with a dog

We visited this for Sunday lunch as a family of 5. We booked a table in the morning and explained we had an Autistic teenager with us and they were more than happy to accommodate us. Even put us in a quieter area. We had 2 Adult carveries and 1 Child Carvery which were absolutely delicious. They even accommodated for my Autistic son who only wanted a plain burger and when the meal was delivered the member of staff placed the food near his tablet to try not to disturb him. All Staff was very friendly. Will definitely recommend to any friends or family that come to visit the area.

Amazing food would definitely recommend

Staff pleasant good selection of drinks and properly priced carvery for us northerners. Worth a visit

The Sunday carvery was well- organised and the food was good.There was a reasonable selection of vegetables.Our only complaint was that the meal was only lukewarm when we got it ,and the gravy was too thin.

Potatoes that were hard and white, meant to be roasted but looked like boiled. Tasteless cauliflower cheese, no cheese flavour just white sauce. Beef tough, gravy watery. A really poor show. Maybe stick to pub grub!

Been here a few times when here on holiday, the past I've enjoyed but today we had the carvery and I have to say it was terrible. My friends beef was still dripping with blood, roast potatoes were more like boiled! Not roasted at all. Veg very hard. I had beef and gammon, gammon was fatty and the beef was too, very hard to cut. Not enough veg choices either. Gravy was like water, far too runny! It was all edible but the roasts were perfect before, why change what isn't broken? My children had meals from the menu and they looked perfect. Would eat here again but definitely not a carvery. Change it back I say!

1st time visit, but very disappointed with the carvery. All food was cold, and tasteless, I asked for steak knives, just so I could cut the beef, to eat, as it was so tough!. I hope the meal will improve, as the staff were great, and the restaurant location was lovely

We were not asked by anybody if we had any allergies!!! We asked for a glass of water 3 times so one of us could take our medication. I ended up going to the bar myself. Food was very average, my mash was lumpy.Also our experience was marred by yapping dog's, could not hear ourselves speak.They should have been asked to take them out.I love animals, but not when I am eating.

Had dinner here last night and the food has improved dramatically since the last time we visited last year. Our three course meal was gorgeous and the potion sizes are brilliant. The staff are all lovely and the views are stunning. We will definitely be back again and will also recommend it to anyone who will listen!

Great service, they we're very patient with my friends rottweiler. The food was really tasty and plenty of it.

We went for something to Eat and Drink with members of my family down on holiday. The Food we ordered was really nice. The service was also Friendly and Professional. I can't leave a report on the rooms because I didn't even know that they had any. So until next time. Bye for now.👍👍😀😀

Excellent location looking out over Dawlish Warren. Not over priced at all and the food was great. Staff are friendly and knew the area well.

Last week we came down to Mount Pleasant inn for breakfast. The lady who was working there was amazing. There was 13 of us that turned up and it was not a problem. I am coeliac and gluten free options where not a problem, they could cater for me and it was no issue at all. There was plenty of food and it was very tasty. The views were just as grand, viewing out to the warren was second to none, thanks for having us!!

food amazing view is outstanding lovely staff

Had dinner here twice, both times excellent

Food was beautiful, hubby had the last portion of chicken curry when we visited and said it was beautiful. I had the home made breaded mushrooms as a starter and they were very yummy and opted for the smaller plate option which certainly wasn't small. Food came out quickly but the extra service was a bit lacking. Fantastic view if you have a window seat.

Great food with a great view. Had the steak and ale pie and it was lovely. Nice view of Dawlish Warren sea front.

Lovely pub with fantastic views over the Warren

Music too loud and you had to wait for the carvery Ie.. Permission to stand in the queue..... Not to my liking

Amazing views of Dawlish Warren from this pub. Was lovely to relax after a walk looking out to sea.

Had baked brie, with crispy bread and onion chutney to share with my mum and it was so good!! Portion was a really good size and price was very reasonable. Definitely go again

I'm pleased to say since I last visited the mount pleasant inn has been taken over by new owners. What a difference the food was exceptional and the staff amazing. Will definitely be going back when next there

Even after a few years it's still a very nice pub with a really great view and atmosphere (pleasant background music); From 2-5 p.m. At least there are “Lite bites/Sanwiches”; Toilets are a bit "spread out", parking space is sufficient for normal crowds - the only "shortcoming": no WiFi...

Been to this pub/restaurant many a time as was living local and always been ok but this visit it was obvious it had changed hands as the food and service was excellent. now I am in north Devon and visiting so unfortunately won’t use that often but highly recommend

Had to wait over half an hour for our food.Waitresses standing around chatting.Had to go up to bar for more drinks as nobody came to ask if we wanted anything else.Had to ask for a desert menu as they had taken them away and then had to go up to bar to order dessert as nobody came to take my order.This is our worst visit to this place.

Fantastic views with a lovely atmosphere 😀

This pub is a must visit if you’re in this area. From the front it is deceptive as it looks like any other period building of that type - but that hides the secret behind. To the rear the land steeply drops away and you realise that the pub is perched on a cliff top. This gives stunning views right across the Exe estuary and along the south Devon coast. The restaurant area takes full advantage of this with large picture windows where you can drink - and drink in - the view. We had an evening meal which came quickly and was good in quality. You pay a little more which is typical of venues at seaside resorts but it wasn’t commercial or touristy in feel. The staff were friendly too and made a point of allowing us to order extra drinks and stay, even thought they were closing a little earlier than usual to celebrate a long serving member of staff’s leaving. A place we will definitely use again.

Popped in on a Wednesday afternoon for some lunch only to find food wasn't being served till 530pm. Lovely views while we had a drink and went elsewhere for food.

Lovely food and atmosphere. Staff very helpful and friendly.

Really poor quality overpriced food. The portions were small and resembled frozen supermarket produce. The only nice thing was the view. Will not be returning.

We went for lunch. Lovely views but that’s about it. Ham salad sandwich (no salad) , the chips were burnt and tasted inedible. The cheese sandwich was grated cheddar and prawns were frozen prawns not fresh. Poor quality, staff not interested, we won’t return.

Booked a table for 7pm and arrived early so told barman we would like a drink on the patio before sitting down to eat. He said “that’s fine but you’ll have to wait a few minutes for your drinks as I’m busy. Sat at our table at 6.55 and a waitress said “that Table’s booked”. We confirmed it was booked for us. However no menus brought over. So we got them ourselves. All in all we felt like invisible guests to the point I was ignored when I went up to the bar to complain. The staff are miserable and don’t appear to be happy. Food was ok but overpriced. Won’t be returning although we had planned a Sunday roast but will go elsewhere.

There was ten of us the service was good food was nice but I wish pubs would go back to real chips I stead of frozen

Spotted this place on the way down to Dawlish Warren Beach and wanted to give it a go. A lovely looking pub that proudly shows its charm and history as well as its amazing views from the tables overlooking the beach and funfair. The service was great considering the number of us as well as kids and two dogs and were more than accommodating. Really enjoyed our food as well with lots of options and pretty good value. A lovely place to have a drink or a meal and watch the sun and sea.

Lovely food, lovely staff, very popular so need to book

Good food at reasonable price and friendly efficient service

Menu very small now, portion size is small and prices gone up too expensive!! Been going there for years and sadly won’t be going again now it’s all changed!

This is my families go to restaurant for special occasions. The food is well priced and tasty. You are always guaranteed good service.

Very nice, fantastic views, didn't have food but menu looks great

Lovely place and professional staff

Average food, small portions. Ordered spaghetti Bolognese and had to pay extra for a sprinkling of cheese lol. The view is great but we won't be going back.

Only visited the restaurant. Ordered the surf and turf, medium rare. Got a well done steak, had it returned and as second attempt received a steak grey on the outside and raw on the inside. Clearly a cold steak that was undercooked and not seared. If you can’t cook a steak then you have no business in a kitchen. It got taken off the bill but I would’ve preferred to get a proper meal.

Old fashioned. Not welcoming to families, outdoor area awful given the spectacular views.

Had a really nice meal and a good pint of beer 🍺 , staff were very pleasant, couldn't ask for more, thanks

Friendly helpful service and first class food 😋

Had an evening meal with family. We all enjoyed. What you would expect for a pub meal. Staff were very friendly. Views over the Warren and lovely.

Beautiful place, amazing views... lovely friendly atmosphere/staff thank you dawlish xx

Always come here when we stay in Dawlish Warren, great friendly staff, beautiful views, looking forward to going back in July.

Absolutely brilliant first class

Only went there for a meal. The food and service were excellent. Great views from window tables.

Very disappointed with our meals. Not the quality we expected. Cold plates, dried up veg and tough steak. Didn't complain but it wasn't up to the standard we expect in a pub in Devon.

Such a lovely place. The roast dinner was amazing xx

Lovely views over Dawlish Warren, nice pint of Otter Oak ale, both the prawn and the ham salad sandwiches were very tasty and nice to see no fat on the ham 👍

Came today 5th May 2024 We found this place last year look.at my other review .12 months on what has happened 2 stars given was for view and waiting staff same lady from last year .food barely warm.hardly and meat on my chicken one potato's greasy .don't want to.carry on saw its changed owners I will not return shame it was so good last year we ate there 2 times in the week as well not this year sorry .if manger or owner is looking get it sorted

The food is very good and so is the service. Very friendly. The food is very good and the service is also very friendly

Love this pub The food is amazing and the view is incredible

Nice pub, great views across Dawlish warren, dog friendly and good choice of menu.

We ate here 2 nights in a row whilst staying in the area. Dog friendly, the views are amazing, staff were very friendly and the food was lovely. Would definitely recommend.

Went there for the lamb chops and the beef borderlais only to find the menu has changed but not in their website. Seems it's chips and pizza now we settled for the steak and ale pie which was bland not even as good as a pukka very over priced won't be going there again after 18 years. It felt like they wanted us to leave as we were the only ones there bar one man it was only 9 o'clock.

Lovely location and friendly staff. I would highly recommend a coffee stop here to enjoy the beauty of Dawlish Warren.

Popped into the Mount Pleasant, loved the food, immaculate service and they made sure they gave my Sons teddy some food. Dogs are welcome to and they even made a fuss out ours and brought her a sausage. Everything was clean and well presented. The staff were lovely, especially MEL who couldn’t have done more to make us feel welcome. The view is awesome as we were looking at the “angry sea” while in the warm eating out all you can eat breakfast. Our only complaint is we had never found this place until the last day. We will be back someday though 🤩

We always visit when on holiday. Our dog is always welcome & the food is always good. The view from the restaurant is amazing.

Great place, Great Service, Family enjoyed a lovely Lunch 5*

Lovely lunch, never get bored of the view.

Just been served the saddest looking new potatoes that have clearly been microwaved several times…shame as the sea bass had clearly had effort put into sauce and presentation …spoiled our meals so we won’t be back(local and hungry)

I had mixed grill but I found the chips were over cooked the rest of the food was excellent