The Village Restaurant in Plymouth

We have been here a few times, but since moving away have missed the place. Over 1 year on and it somehow managed to get even better than before. Highly recommend the Porterhouse!!! A fantastic place to go, but make sure you book or you'll miss out and end up salivating through the window as you have been forced go eat mushy greasy chips from somewhere else.

Wonderful meal! The service was fast, efficient, and generous. Incredible Seafood Thermidor and Oysters. Such a shame about the table next to us. My partner and I were terribly uncomfortable. An awful woman from Vancouver shouting constantly about not having enough of something we couldn’t hear ourselves talk or think. We unfortunately now know all of her woes and how disappointed she was with having no mayonnaise and ketchup not coming fast enough. We left early because of her. She was very rude to the waiting staff, and a really creepy old man who felt up the waitress and asked me to “bounce on his lap” among other things was sat at their table as well. We left a generous tip to hopefully make the waiting staffs evening a little more enjoyable. To no fault of the restaurant we were sat next to them. I hope this serves as a warning to people not to shout at waitering staff. Having lots of money doth not automatically provide manners unfortunately!

Good food, excellent service and realistic prices. Loved it.

8pm table for 2 extremely busy but we were seated bang on time staff were friendly and helpful we had drinks while looking at the menu i had smoked mackerel for starter and my wife had garlic mushroom really very nice we both enjoyed them both served with a salad and the mushrooms with fresh bread the portions were generous Main course i had the fishermans platter with a greek salad and my wife had moussaka with greek salad and roast potatoes the fishermans platter was wonderful and if you like seafood as much as me you wont be disappointed the moussaka was made with beef rather than lamb but my wife enjoyed it unfortunately it was again a generous portion and she was able to eat the moussaka but the potatoes and salad beat her but it was a thoroughly enjoyable evening and is our favorite restaurant in Plymouth we didnt have a dessert as we were full but i,m sure they would have been as good as the rest of the evening 5 stars from me

Terrible, grumpy service - rude and rushed. Food was very average.

Visited Plymouth for the football. We came across this lovely restaraunt and so glad we did. The food was excellent and great portion sizes. We enjoyed it so much we went back on Saturday night. The only couple of negatives are, we felt rushed and no time between courses. 10/10 for the food

Excellent food and service. Have visited twice in the last month. Service is prompt and friendly. The food on the menu is varied and is excellent quality and size.

Excellent family-run Greek restaurant. Always busy, which is a testament to their great food and hospitality. Seafood is incredible, portions generous, steak was delicious, and their wine choices are very nice.

Went here on Saturday 1st March for a cheeky little date night with the other half, it was sour 2nd visit and once again the food and service was fantastic but the one thing that kind of spoiled it was the fact they crammed so many people into such a small space! We could barely get up to pop to the loo or anything without fear of knocking the table next to us. Really put a dampener on a lovely evening.

Amazing food and well priced too.

Such a disappointing experience tonight (1/3/25). This has been a firm favourite restaurant of mine for a few years but won’t be going back again. Always incredibly cramped, hot and loud, however tonight the service was shocking. Every time we put our forks down for 5 seconds, we were being asking if we were finished eating. At one point we were asked 4 times in 2 minutes! Super fast to take our plates, no one asked if the food was good, just felt like they didn’t care less. 3-courses finished in under 90 minutes. Bill came to £100 - first time in my life I’ve felt begrudged to pay! Won’t be coming back

Amazing place , never disappoints

Always enjoy our meals here. Always busy, but service is great, good portions and lovely food.

Arrivé vers 19h30 sans réservation, nous avons dû revenir plus tard car c'était complet. Et nous n'avons pas été déçu. L'accueil est chaleureux, les plats très bons et très copieux, les tarifs raisonnables. Nous recommandons vivement

Top draw fresh cooked food and sea food really good value for money, friendly staff - highly recommend the fishermen platter ..

Each time we visit Plymouth this wonderful little restaurant is our first stop, and tonight didn’t disappoint. As always we book as the place was full and unfortunately the staff had to turn some people away. The food is served piping hot and very plentiful so much so we actually returned one of the side salads that accompanied our meals. There are only two members of staff working the tables but still very attentive. I have noticed some bad reviews lately but if you look closely it’s from people who have only done the one review, so I’d bypass those reviews and go eat for yourself. I’ll definitely return.

Out for dinner with friends. The calamari was recommended as a starter, and was fantastic! The Seafood platter was really good- mussels, sea bass and octopus beautifully cooked. Steaks looked great- and apparently tasted as good. G However the Greek Specialities were nothing like anything I've ever had in Greece! I had the moussaka, which arrived on the plate as a huge 'cube' of stuff, drizzled with gravy! (I'd cancelled the potatoes it's normally served with!). Mince, with a layer of thinly sliced potato, and another layer of even thinly sliced aubergine, and then a thick topping of something that I could not identify. It had the texture of mashed potato - and was nothing like any moussaka I've ever had before- it wasn't bechamel, it wasn't a proper yogurt and egg sauce... Stick with the seafood, the chef's never been anywhere near Greece!

Food was great, very hot and cramped inside, it would seem that as many people as possible were being rammed into a small space. As we left a man was moaning we invaded his space as he ate. Once we finished eating menus away and it felt like the staff just wanted us out even though we hadn’t finished our wine which we had paid for. Would go back but not on as busy night.

Great place, great service, very generous portions. Superb food. All was fabulous Thanks all

Absolutely amazing food! 6 of us ate here for a birthday meal and hands down- one of the best meals I’ve had in years. Good sized portions, perfectly cooked, promptly brought to table despite the venue being packed to capacity. Value was fantastic and while evening was amazing. It’s rare that I give 10/10 but this is one of those occasions. My new favourite eating out establishment has been found!!

Booked an early table on NY Eve. The reviews were good and they had availability so decided to book. So glad we did the menu choice was amazing - had trouble deciding as there were so many fish dishes I liked. I went for the lemon sole with chips and Greek and it was amazing. My husband had the steak and he said that was seriously good 👍. Couldn't manage desserts as we had starters but the desserts coming out look gorgeous. We had a lovely table in the window, the atmosphere was lovely and staff kind and helpful. Would definitely recommend going there for a meal. If in Plymouth again I wouldn't book anywhere else to eat.

The food was piping hot and tasted amazing. I ordered the basmati risotto and there was more fish than there was rice which i loved! I hate paying for a meal and searching for scraps amongst rice. Personally I would have used Aborio Rice and it was ever so slightly on the drier side but the flavours and service were amazing.

The seafood basket was very generous and delicious, the scallops were excellent. Thank you for a very nice local seafood dinner.

Absolutely gorgeous food and staff were so lovely. My first visit but won't be my last.

Amazing seafood, small and cosy, friendly and helpful have been at lunch and for dinner absolutely delicious.

Worst meal I have had in years. Poor service. MASSIVELY overpriced. Steak was inedible. Which I blame myself for as before I ordered I saw the lady on the next table send hers back! I should have twigged then. I just about cut one mouthful off then left the rest of it. The bread was stale. I asked for ‘no’ chips which was strangely extra. The fish that my friend had was like rubber so we left it. And very bland. Nothing was as described on the menu. As for the restaurant it was very loud. They have packed way too many people in. Years ago it used to be very good and quite an intimate spot to eat. I’m honestly blown away by how bad it was. We left and went to McDonalds. We didn’t want to make a scene but I wish I hadn’t paid. DO not get fooled by the big menu. It’s a handful of Things done badly and listed in different orders and sizes. Must be under new management.

Food was absolutely awful. Tasteless, and very over priced for what it was. Have been here before and never been disappointed. Took a visitor to Plymouth for dinner and was so embarrassed. Will not be going again.

We visited today for my birthday meal. It was very disappointing. We came with two friends. My wife and I both choose taramasalata as our starter, and moussaka as our main course. Our friends shared calamari as a starter, with one of them choosing kleftiko as their main course, whilst her husband had coquille st Jacques. All starters were fine, but neither of us enjoyed our moussaka, and whilst the coquille st Jacques was fine, the kleftiko didn’t look like any kleftiko presented in other Greek restaurants previously. So three of us left the majority of our main courses. Not a very good experience at all.

Lovely food in great portions. Honestly wonder how they pay the taxes. Greek element is there but there's a wide appeal even for picky eaters.

Had Sunday lunch with family (table of 18). Staff were amazing and the food was delicious! Best Lamb Roast I’ve ever had. Thank you guys, look forward to eating here again ❤️

What a fabulous place we found. We had a lunch 2 course menu which was good value and the portions were so generous. It was really busy but they managed to fit us in. Staff were lovely and food was perfect.

We were a party of 4 out for a meal for my birthday. Excellent food and outstanding service. One of our party is gluten intolerant and they were very well catered for. Would definitely go again and recommend.

A great restuarant with great fish options.

We've been here before and it had always been OK but this visit was disappointing. So much so we wondered if it has changed management. The food was bland and basic. The one waitress looked thoroughly miserable and we felt quite rushed. The whole sorry experience was topped off by a waitress emptying the bin, then picking up plates of food to serve to customers, not a hand wash or sanitisation in sight 🤮 Never again.

Great restaurant, i thought the portions were very generous and the price was great. Would definitely recommend.

Absolutely gorgeous food, and fab service. Would definitely recommend 👌

Six of us went for lunch had the 2 cource meal for was served quickly it was piping hot and beautifully cooked . Service was great. Will go again. M Hele and friends.

Amazing place for seafood! Portions were super generous and delicious and our waitress, Nikki, was absolutely lovely, helpful and diligent. 10/10 will visit again !

My friends and I returned to this restaurant after being advised to use it last year The food is excellent and everyone had the most enjoyable experience

Great medium rare sirloin steak. Fresh fish in amazing batter. Tasty Garlic mushrooms. Everything was perfect including table service. Highly recommended top quality restaurant!!!!

Always too crowded. There is never enough space between tables. The food is ok and there are lots of seafood options but it’s nothing special. The staff always hurry the customer

Beautiful food, great staff Went wth their recommendation of the trio of fish, delicious 😋

I always have a meal here. The food is lovely

I love this restaurant. The food is lovely, beautifully presented, and fantastic value. There is so much to choose from on the menu, you'll be spoilt for choice.

Fantastic food. Wonderful staff. Really extensive menu with our food cooked to perfection. Generous portions.

I'm not one to leave reviews often, but I was blown away by this place, and had to share it. Simply, if you're in Plymouth and want some high quality local catch, you MUST come here. I can't recommend it enough!

Went for my sons birthday food was great bit a tad salty and I like salt , the tall waitress was stern/ moody no smiles we felt uncomfortable such a shame as it let's the experience down the lovely blonde waitress was lovely so made up for it but if I had a complaint to make it wouldn't be about the food but the waitress sorry !!!

Fabulous food, perfect fish cookery, great service and atmosphere. If you want to go book a table.

Visited this restaurant a few times now, and it’s absolutely amazing! Love the food, the service and great atmosphere. Great value for money too. Will definitely be back

Ghastly food. Microwaved moussaka and incredibly rude staff when my wife returned the moussaka. Waitress became stroppy and rude and initially refused to remove from the bill. Avoid.

Lovely food in a friendly atmosphere.

Out with friends on entering the restaurant we were shown our table . Drinks menu came out when I asked if the Mythos was a pint or bottle a pint was the reply !! A bottle was what I got !! I ordered Mousaka with salad & side order of chips my meal came out but no chips then i was told the chips on the table have to be shared 🤷‍♂️ The Mousaka was dry & burnt on the bottom not what I expected from supposedly the best restaurant on the Barbican !!

Really good food, lots of choice, great price (£14.95 for two course lunch), friendly staff and nice atmosphere. I’ll definitely be back and will also recommend to friends.

Fabulous food and service. Our go to restaurant when visiting Plymouth

Rushed, cold not what we ordered! We arrived a bit late. Table wasn't ready. We were seated, but everyone is packed in like sardines. My husband ordered kleftico which came out as a lamb steak with unpleasant gravy and I had a bland mushroom stroganoff. If you are running low on ingredients then take it off the menu and dont try to sell it as something else at the same price. We left a tip as we felt obliged to by the staff who were leaving and told us so! I doubt we will return as it was rushed, overpriced and not very tasty.

We were looking forward to a lovely meal with friends at The Village! We arrived a tad late (5 minutes) for our table which I think was given to someone else so we were stood in the middle of the restaurant waiting for a table. Once seated after a few brusk "your table is nearly ready" remarks we were seated. Our drinks order was taken as was the meal but it was very quick and we felt rushed. I had a mushroom stroganoff which was bland and my husband had a lamb kleftico which was nothing of the sort ( they must have ran out) he was given a lamb steak with an unpleasant gravy! All it all a rather unpleasant experience we won't be rushing back. Rude staff who decided to tell us all when they were leaving ( probably for a tip) ! We left a tip but it is an overpriced over rated restaurant! I think it is busy with regular customers all packed in like sardines. You cannot speak or move without the table next to you hearing or feeling you move the table as they go past. Surely this is not what it has come to on a Saturday night out In Plymouth? I have lived and dined out hear all my married life and was sadly disappointed with the food on offer this evening. They were running low on ingredients and you could tell as the food was rubbish. Oh well it is what it is, another once good restaurant off our list! Plus no napkins and unclean cutlery or menus.....we borrowed them from another table!!! Should be better!

There is no place in plymouth quite like the village restaurant. Been here quite a few times The food is very fresh and so tasty . The staff are so welcoming such a lovely place to dine in . #5star ##HappyCustomers

We had past this restaurant earlier and decided to book for 8pm as it seemed busy so a good sign in our book. On arrival we were greeted with a smile and shown to our table it was a little cramped with everyone around and try offered us another table which was much better and more room. We were given drinks and food menus to browse. Orders taken very swiftly wine prices very fair and nice wines as well. Starters arrived and a larger portion than we thought and excellent. We had a short wait for our main which was great main was delicious and the service throughout was impeccable we could have not asked for more our whole evening was great and would definitely recommend and will be back. Thank you to all the staff we had a wonderful evening in your restaurant.

Great food. Friendly staff. Good atmosphere. Best place to eat on the Barbican

Absolutely stunning food/lovely staff and service

Lamb cutlets with chip shop style chips very nice but the other half had the vegetable pasta and although the portion was great it was nothing special and left us a little bit disappointed. Great service though however when busy this place can feel rather claustrophobic

Went for a wedding anniversary meal, it was delicious. All the staff were friendly and attentive. The food was fresh, hot and was presented beautifully. Really one of the true gems Plymouth has to offer if you want a fantastic dining experience.

3rd visit each time ordering a sirloin steak , on 1st 2 visit the steak was beautiful left nothing but on the 3rd visit full of fat and unknowable. After saying the Manager was uninterested so won't be going back again now ! 😒

Visited the area seeing family and I can honestly say the food was outstanding, superb value and great location. When we next visit we will be back

Top Ratings***** I've been coming here for some years now and ever since Platters changed hands, I've not tasted a better fish and chips anywhere than The Village Restaurant! Excellent service, excellent food, excellent size portions. Great value. I would highly recommend this Restaurant!

Wonderful food and lively staff

Love this restaurant. The food is consistantly good with generous portions. Staff are friendly and give good service.

Got a table without a reservation, very friendly staff, food was super good, we were pleasantly surprised and can really recommend the restaurant! Günter and Irene from Vienna

The Barbican Plymouth has a great many restaurants to choose from. We live in the city and have eaten at most of them over the years. We think that the Village is the best for quality and value. Fantastic local food, huge portions and best value for money by far. Also probably the best Tiramisu in Plymouth.

Well priced with big portions, worth making a reservation though as it can get busy.

This little restaurant is fantastic.I have eaten in hundreds different places around the world and this is up there with the best. The seafood thermador was fantastic, sevice was great as well, and for the quality of the food very reasonably priced

This is the first time that I have visited the restaurant and I can fully recommend it had an excellent meal and service thank you all staff.

What a place. It's cosy and a little snug but after a while you don't even notice. At first looking at the menu things can look pricey but trust me you get your money's worth. Look out for the special set menu. I had Garlic Mushrooms starter and Mussel and Calamari pasta. I was served a delicious plate of mushrooms. Not 5 or 6 but around 25 in a tasty garlic and buttery sauce. Then came the large bowl of pasta packed with mussels and calamari. The sauce was a tasty tomato sauce. More food than I could handle. There were 7 of us and I would describe us as foodies, we love a good restaurant. We all agreed this could very well be the best restaurant in Plymouth. Note, the word is out on this place so best to book in advance.

Good service, great location , but actuslly the food was pretty basic. Fish pie was obviously heated up in a microwave and tastes like it was fron lidl or aldi. The chef needs to up their game!

What a find, wondering around looking for a place to eat and found this place, going to be a must visit on our return.

Found the village restaurant by walking around the harbour looking for a place to eat, noticed how busy it was so tried our luck on getting a table without booking. Service was great, food was great, atmosphere was great, will definitely go back whenever in plymouth.

This place just looked cosy from the outside and it was on the inside too. Very busy with lovely staff. My husband had fish and chips which was lovely, the batter so tasty and light. I had sea bass with chips and peas, the fish was so fresh and full of flavour. Very impressed!

Good price, huge portion. No regret to me to have dinner here.

Visited The Village yesterday for a meal with my husband and father, it was absolutely wonderful!! I can’t believe we have never tried it before, it was definitely the best food we have ever had on the Barbican. The staff were really friendly and attentive and we are very much looking forward to returning. My husband had the cold seafood platter and it was amazing and great value for money. He actually had a seafood platter at The Harbour on the Barbican the week before which cost £30 and it was absolute rubbish! So he was extra delighted when his dish arrived presented beautifully and tasting equally as good. I had the Moules and the sauce was delicious. Actually can’t recommend The Village highly enough!!

Absolutely loved the quality of the food and how nice the service was. As an Italian, it was like being at home

First time visiting and we’ll definitely be back! Great choices on the menu for lovers of seafood and also lovers of Greek food in general. We ordered the tzatziki starter and sea bass from the two course set menu, and also the Fisherman’s Platter from the main menu. Generous portions of delicious food, and very professional yet friendly staff made this is a really enjoyable evening. Thanks again!

Fantastic lunchtime menu. Food and service are excellent and the service is outstanding.

Beautiful restaurant, impeccable service, great food at great prices. Highly recommended!

Extremely rude cook, spotty guy, this isn't this first time I've herd this guy being rude to customers or to myself. Disgusting can't believe they have him still working there, really isn't good for business. Poor customer was made to wait for a chicken burger that he couldn't be bothered to put in then made them wait to then have no lettuce. ??? Disgusting

Was in Plymouth for the fireworks and had heard about the food here and gave it a try. I'm so glad we did!! Walked in without booking and got a table straight away, it was early though and really didn't take long to fill up. The staff were amazing, chatty helpful and cheerful. I had the crab and prawn cocktail for my starter and then tiger prawns scallops and monkfish cooked in ginger and garlic. The starters were really good and a good portion size. The main was absolutely incredible!! Definitely some of the best fish I've ever eaten and my partner said exactly the same. Will definitely be returning as soon as possible.

Service was great staff so friendly polite and efficient , the lamb dish I had was amazing it was so tender , will definitely be back next time in Plymouth , keep up the good work team 👏Nothing was a problem even tho they were so busy . Highly recommended anyone to go here

They accommodated a large family gathering for us, everyone really enjoyed the food. Some of the guests had a sea food platter for tow to start, there was so much to enjoy that they shared it with the rest of us. I’m not a huge fan of shellfish but I had a little taster and to my surprise I really enjoyed it. The staff were friendly and attentive, highly recommended!

Excellent food at reasonable prices (I recommend the Seafood Thermidor, which comes with sautéed potatoes and a fairly large Greek salad, for under £20). The restaurant specialises in seafood and has a touch of Greece in the atmosphere. The background music is not in your face and tends to have an ambient house style that can be appreciated without necessarily liking house music.

Lovely service and great food and a good price

Consistently outstanding service and food. Best to book a table as always busy. Family run restaurant, so a warm welcome is always available. Good selection on the menu with ever changing specials board. Well worth a try.

One of the nicest meals we have ever had

One of the nicest meals my family and I have ever had. Super fast service, friendly workers, and good price👍🏻

Delicious food, cooked from scratch and fantastic service

Another amazing meal at our favourite restaurant. The quality of the food and the friendliness of the staff was great as always.

Wow....popped in here today for lunch 7/7/24...2 courses for £15.00... I had Mousaka, salad, garlic bread, partner had sea food platter etc 1 word magnificent! Taste, portions, price outstanding!, served by Nicky and Sylyvia...customer service at its best. See you again...soooon.

Now this was a major discovery! It looks like an unsightly chip shop, but what delicious food! In Plymouth marina of all places. Service top, atmosphere top, always people in the shack. And very reasonable prices!

Impromptu visit, food was amazing, perfectly cooked seafood and steak. staff very courteous and attentive, lovely atmosphere would highly recommend. Was my first time eating here and will definitely not be my last.

Popped in to here as it was on the way back to the ferry to crwsand . What a little gem , service and food was amazing . To top it off the prices in this place are so reasonable. We had mussels, scollops, and king Prawn in ginger and chilli, came with a salad and chips !!! 16:95 . Thoroughly enjoyable experience.

Food was edible, but no thought given to the presentation of the meals - the vegetarian moussaka was the absolute worst ( thank you for deducting it from the bill ) - other dishes were OK - staff were polite if a little" cant be arsed" - won't be returning which is a shame as this was one of the best places to eat on the Barbican

My partner and myself had our anniversary meal here on Friday and the food was amazing my steak was so tender the Stilton sauce was nice but I didn’t really taste the Stilton but still good and they were very accommodating to my shellfish allergy will definitely dine here again ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️