The Ship Inn in South Hams

We came in today for lunch. The food was excellent. The staff were very friendly and helpful. We will definatly be returning. Lovely afternoon.

Good friendly service. Lovely location

Great location, however over the last few years the food portions have shrunk massively and today even the people behind us complained about the small chip portions on offer for £5 as a side. lovely pub and location but it's lost its way over the last three years. Don't park outside the pub as the tide comes in!!!

So start with positives. A beautiful spot to eat and drink in the sun, and closely located to a good trial. However, we ordered a sandwich, soup and chips as a snack before our walk and then had to wait around an hour for them. The sandwich, which cost £10, had very little cheese on. The soup was okay. The waiting staff, however, were helpful and got the sandwich topped up. Maybe we caught them on an off day, but it seems there's a problem with the kitchen. Perhaps even just the food we ordered? The burgers looked good, just no idea why our food took so long. We probably won't go back.

Great food and service . Attentive staff (thanks Toby ) and really good fresh beer. We ate outside as it was sunny and such a Georgous location

Fantastic food and a cosy atmosphere with attentive but not pushy service

Lovely little pub with a beautiful view of the river. Had the noss burger which was delicious! The lady upstairs looked after us superbly. Thank you!

Server was Georgie, so attentive and lovely. Great food too

What a beautiful place for dinner. The service was excellent and Toby was amazingly attentive and made sure we were well looked after. They had an amazing selection of gluten and dairy free food so we could all eat. Over all an amazing evening had by all x

Really slow and poor service. Tiny portion of chips. I’ve been coming to Noss Mayo and Ship for 15 years, it was a family run pub with amazing food and welcoming staff. This visit was disappointing.

Been four times in 2025, three to eat, one to drink. Excellent each time. Lovely atmosphere, cosy dining or lively pub. Service efficient without being obsequious. Menu varied. Food & wine excellent & fairly priced.

Used to be the best pub in the wider area. Since Young’s have taken over it’s lost its soul. The new manager is arrogant and rude and the atmosphere isn’t great. Dressing down staff in front of customers is beyond poor form and makes for an uncomfortable atmosphere. No longer the 5 Star pub it used to be. Poor service, longer wait times for drinks and all thought the food is still good they have massively reduced the portions. Real shame

Decided to visit the ship last Thursday .. Food and service was really poor . We had to wait nearly 50:minutes for my steak to be served . The large chap with glasses said the steak had to rest first for half an hour whatever that means . My mother ordered confit duck but got something completely different .. Food and service was very disappointing .. I had to do an assault course to get over the logs so I could get to my seat … Shame as was very good before

I was served by Archie and he was very polite and friendly, the service was also efficient and top quality, will definitely be coming back!

Had a lovely afternoon at the ship. Our waiter Archie was fantastic! Friendly, attentive, and had some great recommendations. Food arrived quickly and was excellent. Highly recommend will be coming back in 2028.

Came in for an evening meal and was pleasantly surprised by the improvements to the menu. Delicious food and amazing service from Archie, this pub is worth the visit

Visited The Ship Inn and had a wonderful time. Archie, our waiter, was super friendly and made great recommendations. The food was amazing, and the service was top-notch!

Great pub, amazing food and the young lad named Archie that served us was so nice, definitely will be going back

Very wonderful experience, came in just for drinks and a light snack. Young man who took my order had a very pleasant demeanour, I believe his name was “Archie”, would definitely recommend to anyone passing by the area!

Lovely waterfront pub with local beer which our waiter, Archie, recommended we try. Definitely worth it! Great service, food, drink, and atmosphere.

Great place right beside the water. Picturesque location. Great welcoming staff. Dog friendly. The menu is varied and the food is excellent. There's parking beside the pub. It's tidal so check tide state ie in out. Phone the pub they'll tell you what the tide I had doing.

This has been a wonderful local pub for over twenty years. Have been twice since the new ownership and sadly the food is nowhere near the level that it used to be. I took friends and they were so embarrassed they asked for a refund. We then came again prior to Christmas and was such a let down. The atmosphere is still wonderful and as local a great walk. But I feel we no longer have it as an option to eat at due to the poor quality of fish, vegetables and even the pizzas aren’t what they were last year. Great to go and have a drink at though x

Amazing place, such friendly and welcoming staff and 10/10 food and views.

Wonderful experience lovely owner and host Josh, great food, great atmosphere 10/10

Food was hot and cold. 4 adults had the roast. Vegetables cold, cauliflower as an extra was very nice but warm. Beef was cold, tough and in fact awful quality. The children had the burger and chips. Very nice and served well. The bottles of red wine very expensive compared to other restaurants

We went for a lunch. Staff very helpful, food was lovely. It's obviously tricky to park because of the location but can be sorted if you give yourself enough time. The table service was very attentive.

There was a January offer which meant I got 2 courses for the price of the main. Very friendly staff. Parking at the weekend or summer might be tricky.

Had a fantastic lunch here recently. New couple running it are so friendly and helpful. The food was delicious, atmosphere perfect.. Great for drinks after walking too. A new favourite!

Friendly welcome and a hearty lunch after a damp walk. We had Sunday roast(substantial and tasty gammon) and cassoulet (delicious winter warmer). This is a beautiful spot and character pub with enthusiastic staff and welcoming hosts.

A lovely location for a cosy roast lunch on a gloomy January Sunday. Veggies could have been warmer when served, otherwise outstanding!

Delicious food and attentive service. Especially loved Rosemary & Garlic Confit Chicken Thigh with Ndjua & Mixed Bean Cassoulet.

We went there for Sunday lunch over Christmas. Three of their staff had phoned in sick so they were under pressure. We had a table by the window which was lovely and the food was great. The staff did their best in the circumstances. I really couldn't fault our experience.

Cracking venue and the service was welcoming and attentive from the moment we walked in. Best pint of Guinness I’ve had in Devon! Lovely gesture by Josh and Lottie to make sure our group were being looked after. Looks like this pub is in safe hands moving forward and although we are not local, are looking forward to going back again!

One of our favourite Devon pubs , but we felt that the food quality this time wasn’t as good as in the past. Service and atmosphere still friendly and relaxed, location beautiful, great that its dog-friendly. We absolutely love this pub and visit every time we come to Salcombe - at least twice per year. We didn’t know about the change in management and the staff are as friendly and the atmosphere and decor as lovely as ever - in fact, I think there has been some clever and comfortable refurbishment since our last visit. BUT… and I’m sorry there is a but… the quality of the food was not a patch on our decade or so of previous experiences there. Admittedly we visited at lunchtime on New Year’s Eve and maybe they were saving their energy for a busy evening ahead, but we were quite disappointed. The whitebait starters seemed to be ‘commercial freezer’ quality and were served with no lemon and only (I think) ready-made mayonnaise. The main course turkey sandwich was well-flavoured but the bread was just ‘ordinary’ white sliced bread, not a decent loaf, and there wasn’t as much filling as in the past. The turkey pizza was substantial but swimming in fat and grease. My burger was fine, though the chips were disappointing, and my husband’s mussels were ‘6/10’ and served with the same sliced loaf. We didn’t bother to try puddings. There was nothing really wrong with the food - and I was happy with my burger, which was beautifully cooked and seasoned, with great relishes in the bun- but it wasn’t the special culinary experience it has been in the past. Even the lemonade and apple juice are not good local brands (eg Luscombe) as in the past. I think maybe the aim is for a lower price point and to make this pub more affordable for lucky locals to visit regularly, whereas we went twice a year as a holiday treat so didn’t mind spending a little more. We wish the management and staff every success with their new venture. The location and atmosphere are still wonderful but it would be lovely to see some more ambitious cooking and mainly locally produced/ home made food on the menu.

The new management at this iconic pub are making a huge effort to provide a level of service and food quality that such a place deserves. From what we saw, josh and his team are going to make a success of this - the place was full on the night we visited and the service was slick and professional. The food was top notch too.......

We were in Devon for 80th birthday celebration and had a big party booked (22 persons) into the Ship Inn on a Sunday afternoon. Due to the size of the party we had to be split into two areas, this worked well and the staff worked well in ordering and timing the meals across the two areas. For such a large group they managed to serve us all within a reasonable time, a minor miracle with the size of group we had. The staff were so helpful and polite making the afternoon ass great event. Everybody was complimentary about the meals they recieved. The loaction in the outside room where one the groups were situated had a lovely view of the harbour/inlet.

A place with a special charm, we arrived and it was already dark, normal in England at 6:30 p.m. The place is old and made of wood, keeping the lines of a seafood tavern from bygone eras and ideal for having some beers, wines, etc... at that time. We didn't eat anything so I can't comment but I'm sure next time we will, very pleasant, nice.

As a pre booked group of 15, including 3 children, we received a warm welcome from Lotti and Josh. Our table was nicely set and staff very attentive to making sure we were comfortable before taking drinks and food orders. Being a large group we had a cross section of starters and mains and everyone said their food was lovely. Service was great and all dishes served together. Overall we were really pleased to see and experience the Ship getting back on track. Thank you Josh, Lotti and the team.

Friendly relaxed pub, post Christmas haven, great service and wine list and good food to accompany the wine.

Stopped here after a long walk with the dog. Lovely atmosphere and location. Managed to get a table. Would have been a higher review, as we have been here a number of times. However, the food this time was lacking. We only ordered the fish finger sandwich, which at £12 i expected a little more. Crusty bread or handcut bloomer, not a medium sliced bit of bread. I had one small piece of pickled fennel. There was an even smaller piece of watercress. There wasnt much fish in the sarnie. If you like gem lettuce, then this is the sarnie for you. The seasoned crisps were very nice. I will eat here again, but will avoid the sandwiches.

Lovely Christmas Eve supper at The Ship. The pub is definitely a place to visit again and Josh and Lottie are doing a great job at beginning to bring The Ship back in to the community

Great visit to the Ship Inn at Noss mayo. Excellent food and Service.

Great food, lots of wine and beer choices, super friendly staff. Amazing location, though it was dark outside when we visited. We'll definitely return!

Would have given 5 stars if they served bitter but had 4 IPA's on.Nice pub and staff all the same.

Just returned from a late lunch at The Ship and happy to report that we noticed a vast improvement from our previous visit earlier this year. Very pleasant and attentive service (our food server Ali was excellent), very well cooked and well presented food too. As more of an observation than a criticism, a couple of us ordered the grilled whole lemon sole and whilst delicious they were extremely small (possibly the smallest we have ever been served in a restaurant)! All in all, we still felt that we received fair value for money and would happily return.

A cold December day, the greeting was warm and friendly, and thanks to somewhat limited people inside (not to be confused with hectic summer times) we had an amusing chat with the owner. The food was absolutely fine and it was a great experience. The setting of this pub is exceptional, and if you can sit out on the veranda, even better.

Really friendly staff, some fabulous crab croquettes! A beautiful location. Best chips I have had for ages.

Friendly service and delicious food, had a wonderful experience in a beautiful location, thanks Josh the manager in particular for his hospitality

A delicious Sunday lunch. Great friendly service.

Beautiful location, friendly staff and great food. We had a lovely evening

The Ship has been a firm favorite for us for many years and having not been for a good while we were so thrilled to find that it is as great as it always has been! Great staff (Carly and team!), fabulous food and a really delicious Pinot Gris made for a lovely late lunch yesterday. The crab croquettes were very tasty and the aioli had that lovely freshly made punch of garlic. Followed by a really wonderful bouillabaise topped with a beautifully seasoned, crispy skinned fillet of grey mullet was to die for and i loved the golden beetroot in there too! Cant wait to come back again! Only downside was that we were too full for dessert!!

Went to the ship for my 60th birthday (how did I get this old) staff were attentive and the food was delicious, all came out close together, there were 24 of us, so well done. All made for a memorable birthday. Thank you.

Had a brilliant Sunday lunch over the weekend. Despite the pub being very busy, the service levels were incredible and we were very well looked after by Josh, Lottie & the team. Look forward to returning again in the future!

It doesn't get better than this! Cozy, historic pub in a gorgeous location with fantastic food and wonderful service. It can be a little tricky to find but so worth the effort. We will be back for sure!

Happily I am revising my previous review as after reading that The Ship Inn had come under new management since the visit below, we decided to give it another try. Hooray! It was like walking back into the old pub before it was sold, a warm welcome, Josh was a great attentive host as were all the waiting staff and the food was delicious. Very pleased that this long-time old favourite is back up to standard, it’s such a beautiful location it was sad to see its decline. Josh is clearly passionate about this pub and the experience offered to customers. Very pleased to be back to looking forward to visiting again 😁😁. It does pain me slightly to leave a 1-star review, but on our recent visit we were spoken to rudely by the staff, made to feel as if customers were an inconvenience, and eventually had to leave without any food other very dry pieces of stale cake. The Ship has been a family favourite for years, a top choice for any meals out. Sadly since the sale, Youngs brewery haven’t got to grips with the size of the pub yet. We’ve experienced one lunch with a very mediocre sandwich which was worse than something knocked up at home, and on giving it another try this week, we arrived to be told the kitchen were “having a break” and not taking any orders. They “might” take orders again in 25 minutes, but equally “they might not”. This was in the middle of the 12-2 lunch slot, the inside of the pub was totally empty but it was busy outside due to the sunny weather. So we duly ordered some drinks and sat and waited. In the meantime, a drinks order that was wrong was brought out. On pointing out that it was wrong the lady snappily questioned it before huffing “well I’ll have to go and make another one now!!”. On emerging again, we tried to offer some sympathy and ask if they had staff off sick. Her response and attitude was rude and unpleasant and essentially along the lines that customers were a massive inconvenience and who did they think they were all walking in expecting food. We finished up the awkward exchange by asking if the kitchen were now taking orders (30 minutes had gone by) to get a snappy response “no they’re not” before she walked off. At that point, all of us decided that was sadly the last time we’d visit The Ship. A sad end to what was a really great pub. I hope the brewery take note of what seem to be a slew of negative reviews and improve their approach to match the size and covers of the venue otherwise I can’t see it surviving as a business when it’s not even at full capacity with the summer holidays.

Toby our server was very attentive, polite and engaging in a pub that I've visited quite often over the last 55 years. Thanks

Great to have the ship back. Maybe even better than b4. Thanks.

Fantastic lunch at the Ship Inn after walking the Noss Mayo circular walk. Excellent, friendly service, lovely food and a great view of the harbour.

Not only is the Ship Inn an amazing location, right on the seafront but the food is amazing. The Crab croquettes were delicious and the whitebait was said to be the best ever. I also had the plant burger which was really good. The Ship Inn is also full of history and antiques if you're in Plymouth or anywhere near Noss Mayo, this is a must eat location. Please do keep in mind on the tides depending where you park.

Just popped to the ship in today for a family get together... never been before... a few gins and some food... the most wonderful atmosphere instantly... felt reet at home.... management was kind enough to pass us some free chips.. even pinched one!!!🤣 . Utterly mint experience... will most defo be back!!!see u all soon!!!!!😍😍😍

After the sale of the pub, like many locals, we had given up on the place as the service and replacement staff were pretty dreadful. However, we heard a new manager has taken it over in the last couple of weeks so thought to give it one last go … I’m so glad we did . What a turn around! The new staff are now lovely and the food is so much better. I arrived with my rescue collie, and the barman, Ali, went out of his way to make sure we and my very shy dog had everything we needed. He was so kind. So if you are local and reading this from mid Nov 2024 onwards, give the Ship Inn another go . It’s getting back to what it used to be.

Great location, welcoming staff and attentive service and of course good food at a reasonable price… we will be back

Chris , Josh and team were fabulous , food outstanding, company and service just lovely , had the best night , atmosphere warm , welcoming and fun a great mix , keep it up guys n gals

Both myself and my husband had a lovely evening at The Ship Inn. The welcome, service, food and atmosphere were all superb. We will definitely be visiting again.

A genuine welcome, excellent service and high quality seafood, this proper pub has all the charm and welcome that makes me proud to be of Devonian blood. We were visitors but were made to feel welcome, our dog was well catered for too. Good beers, coffee, and the cleanest pub toilets we have ever experienced. A long way from home but we will be back in summer. Fantastic location too. Just don't park where the tide might come to.

A delightfully welcoming pub. Dog friendly. Tasty food. Such a picturesque setting. On an autumnal day it's perfect for having lunch, walking the dog, then perhaps returning for coffee and puddings.

Beautiful pub in an idyllic location overlooking the water in a peaceful setting. Great price for local ales too and service was quick and polite

Cris, Ali and Georgie were very welcoming and helped to make it a great evening. Delicious food and really appreciated the wine recommendation to complement the steak. Will recommend the Ship Inn to friends and family. Look forward to the next time.

Fabulous dinner in beautiful, cosy surroundings. Ali & George, our servers, were attentive & efficient - and friendly.

Great to return to The Ship @ Noss Mayo. A great lunch after the coastal walk ..perfect. Chris was wonderful as "mein host"...definitely a 5* performance..

Absolutely fantastic experience at The Ship Inn in Noss Mayo! From the moment we walked in, the warm, welcoming atmosphere made us feel right at home. The staff were friendly and attentive, offering top-notch service throughout our visit. The food was exceptional—every dish was bursting with flavor, beautifully presented, and made with the freshest local ingredients. The seafood, in particular, was a standout, perfectly prepared and truly a treat for the taste buds. The setting is stunning, with picturesque views of the harbor that just added to the whole experience. Whether you're there for a casual meal or a special occasion, The Ship Inn delivers on every front. Highly recommend it to anyone visiting Noss Mayo—this place is a true gem!

Returned again to this characterful pub My daughter and I meet up whenever we can in Noss Mayo and always eat here. Generous portions, friendly service where nothing is a problem (Cris, thank you 🙏),... Date of visit: November 2024

Lovely Sunday lunch. Great setting,

Had roast belly pork never tasted belly pork like if we'll worth the money

We were a group of 8 - Cris gave us a warm welcome on arrival and the team gave us great service- food was excellent and a good choice of wines and beers

Amazing location right on the harbour. Great terrace overlooking the view. Local beers are definitely worth trying. Good gastro food

Our Sunday lunch at the Ship Inn was exceptional. The food was perfect, and the warm welcome made it even better! Josh Bond, the new general manager, took time out of his busy schedule to chat with us, sharing some great stories and jokes. It was absolutely worth the trip from Plymouth, and I can't wait to return. Thank you for making our Sunday!

Fantastic evening in the Ship Inn, Josh and his partner have just taken on the management and they couldn't have been more accomodating. Highly recommend the mussels and sticky toffee pudding, we'll be back!

Having been here in May and waited nearly two hours for our food we weren’t in any rush to return, however thank goodness we did as the new owners are running a slick service now. Friendly managers and team. Delicious food especially the mussels starter and all the desserts. Josh the manager pinned my daughter’s colouring to the board which made her day too. A friendly cosy pub for foodies, thanks for making our last night of our mini break perfect. We will def be back, maybe even tomorrow for lunch!

Well this was our second visit to this pub. After a really dreadful experience last year my partner and I thought we'd give it another go as Noss Mayo and Newton Ferrers are our favourite places in Devon to visit. Well I can now say with 100% confidence that the new mangers have really turned the place around. The menu is perfect with a great range for everyone, the service top class, the food great and the whole atmosphere far better, what a turnaround! We'll definitely be returning and will recommend to our friends. Five stars!

For the first time in far too long, I can honestly say that pur meals this evening were excellent. When Youngs first took over from Charlie and Lisa, to say it was a disaster would be an understatement. I have been there to eat about 4 times in the last year, and on each occasion it's been "okay" at best BUT going again tonight with Josh and Lottie at the helm, the Ship is well and truly back on course. Everyone was full of compliments about their meals and I couldn't find fault at all. Perhaps the drinks took a little while longer than they should have to find their way to the table, but it wasn't excessive, and it's a bit of a stretch to call it a criticism. Service - very good Atmosphere - very good Food quality - excellent Value for money - very good. So good to see you back old friend, long may it continue

Been meaning to go here for a while now. Really tasty food would definitely go again but feel for the price there could have been more meat as nice as it was and definitely more gravey

Excellent food served by lovely friendly staff

We visited the Under New Management Ship Inn late lunchtime on a sunny Saturday, going to the outside area, which has great views of the inlet, and one of the staff helped our group of five secure a table and then didn’t mind when we switched to another table more in the sunshine when that became vacant. He came back once our food had arrived to make sure we were happy, which we were, and we got into a conversation about the pub having new management. Being first-time visitors, we didn't have any comparison to what preceded, but our experience was very positive. The food was good and all the staff we came into contact with were great. One floor up in a large room a children's party was underway with about 30 children and that all seemed to be going very well as its own self-contained event and just added positively to the general atmosphere. We would certainly visit again.

Great meal. Very quiet, although it was a Wednesday evening.

We all ordered Roast dinner plus puddings & drinks. Food & ambience was lovely…. Manager Josh explained he had just taken over one week ago so it has been a hectic time but he has years of experience and it shows. We will definitely go back.

We are so thrilled to have The Ship Inn at Noss Mayo back to its best! The new managers, Josh and Lottie, have truly transformed the place. They’re absolutely lovely, and their warmth really shines through the staff, who are always smiling and eager to help. Nothing is ever too much trouble! The addition of the colouring-in table for kids is a brilliant touch—it keeps the little ones entertained while we relax. The outdoor areas are looking cleaner and more inviting than ever. The food has definitely stepped up a level, especially with the new specials that never fail to impress. The introduction of table service is a fantastic idea, and for such a young team, they are doing an incredible job. We couldn’t be happier—it’s wonderful to have our beloved local pub back in such capable hands!

Chris great manager. Friendly staff, clearly all work well together. Fantastic local ales on. Calling through and fell on this little beauty. We will be back in the future for a meal. 18° in October so fully enjoyed the beer garden in the harbour. Thanks for your hospitality. Vicky and shane

Whisper it but we may be getting our pub back! Ate here this week after several poor experiences with food and service since Young's took over and had a great experience. As Noss Mayo residents, we feel The Ship is an important part of village life so when Josh, the new General Manager, welcomed us and introduced himself and his plans to make the pub great again, we were encouraged... And he didn't disappoint.. everything on the menu was available, the food itself was excellent and the service first class. Welcome to Noss Josh and Lottie, keep up the good work.... please!

A lovely welcome, great food and a sunny lunchtime. Josh, the new manager, made us feel very welcome. He and his staff were very attentive and we couldn't have asked for more. We will be coming back.

We’ve been walking across the coast for the past 3 days and this was the best meal of the lot! Murray the chef had his birthday when we popped in and made us the best burgers we’ve had!! Get that man a beer!!

Two stale sandwiches served to us with poor tasteless fillings and a meagre ‘side salad’ . Surprised and disappointed as have enjoyed several tasty meals in the past . Difficult to mess up a simple sandwich so no excuse really ! Such a shame as we were given a friendly welcome and the sun was shining making their alfresco dining area such a beautiful place to be !

Lovely views across the estaury,nice outside seating area Extremely popular

We were a large group visiting for dinner. We had a table upstairs, where it was quite dark - some of us resorted to phone cameras to read the menu! Once seated there was a lengthy wait until we could order, then another long wait for food. The food was not as it was with the previous owners - excessive salt on the Cumberland sausages, no detectable crab in the crab linguine. Other than that, it is still a special place to visit. A cold beer on the deck in the sun is still great. Just wait until they improve the food before booking dinner.

Had a lovely lunch at the ship, food was on the pricey side for an average meal. However it was worth it due to the impeccable skills of Felix, our server. Great customer service, but the food could do with some work.

Really nice food this evening and great service from Otto.

Genuinely one of the best pubs in Devon! Lovely atmosphere, we drive around 40 mins for an evening here. We always have a brilliant time at the ship! The staff are so lovely! Especially Carly and Georgie!

Fantastic lunchtime streak and chips with wine on the terrace. Love this place. Great views of the harbour. Reasonable prices for the location.

Food was lovely, great service thanks to the lovely Joel. We will come again x

A return visit, but the first since the change of ownership. We arrived before midday, not having a reservation, but were seated easily on a quiet day. There were only two staff and service was a little slow, but nothing to moan about. I'm not sure what the reason was; the first sunny day for quite a while, the first weekday of the half term holiday, but suddenly the place was inundated and the staff, who obviously weren't expecting it, just couldn't cope - there was queue out of the door! Everything unravelled from there. Luckily our order had been taken and our food arrived in good time, but another drink or a cup of coffee would have taken forever, so I paid and left! The food was OK, but not what it used to be. The place remains very much the same, but taken as a whole the experience was not as good as usual. I'll go back again, just to see if this was a one off, but I do think Young's Brewery needs to be more on the ball here. I should add, the staff were both very friendly and helpful, but were just overwhelmed.