The best restaurants serving British food in South West

We were here three years ago, and it was amazing! The food in the galley was still great, but the dessert was a bit disappointing. The item was either unavailable or had unexpected changes, which made it confusing. I also feel that the plating has become a bit basic and doesn’t seem as well thought out compared to our previous visit. It would be great if this could be improved for a better experience.

Came for lunch with the dog after recommendation of nearby vet. Welcomed. Allowed to sit wherever we chose. Menu immediately available and specials updated. Quaint area at the far end with a few books on shelves and some white fairy lights strung about the ceiling. We were at the other end. Almost all customers pensioner couples and a two eccentrics sat as singles. We both went for specials. I had the odd sounding soup - cauliflower, brocoli, Stilton and Yarg, followed by my first ever circular veg lasagne and my partner the puff pastry topped chicken and leak pie. All these dishes were (and we were warned) much, much too hot - but we waited and although the lasagne had little texture all three items were tasty. With a pot of tea each the lunch came to approx £34 which was about right. I’m not sure we would have taken the place as being arty (maybe they have evening events?). The high level vent in the lavatory was blocked by dust and fluff; and the varnished surface of our, and the other tables we could see had a crinkled and rough surfaces, giving the impression that they were wet and or sticky which they actually weren’t. Don’t like even low level gripes but surely this business could spend a short time vacuuming those vent, sanding and putting a fresh coat on the table tops and most importantly showing the kitchen how to send out food and edible temperatures. The two servers who dealt with us were very friendly, informative and helpful. This place is nothing special but we had a good lunch and I dare say we could not have had a better one in any other Okehampton cafe.

Lively, family-friendly atmosphere. Like most cafes, you pay at the till and get your own pastries at the counter. Sadly, there werent any cakes left so we ended up ordering a croissant cake and an almost croissant. Almost croissant was a bit too sweet, and not that great. However, the croissant cake with warm custard was the star of the show. We paid approx 10£.

Very good food and staff, would recommend.

A good hockey club with lots of facilities

Fantastic food, a lovely view and the service was really good. Well priced for the location. There is a separate kids menu too. Facilities were clean. Will definitely visit again 😊

I booked 2 nights for friends online, i had some simple questions about parking and accessibility but couldn't get hold of anyone to answer my questions so i cancelled. I cancelled nearly 1 month before the cut off for a full 100% refund ( clearly stated in their contract when booking) . I then spent nearly 2 months calling, emailing, leaving voicemails to get my money back - they ignored every one. In the end I had to claim the money back via my bank. If my bank hadnt stepped in and help, this establishment would have stolen over £400 from me. I am writing to hopefully sway others and stop them doing the same to others

Hotel should be rated a 2 star. Poor service, no one at the reception desk to greet you. There's a button on a phone and wait for someone from the restaurant to come to the desk. My room 18, was dark with very little light, except for a couple of small lamps on the bedside tables and one by the entrance door. Security is a major issue, room doors do not lock properly and you must make sure to lock the door behind you!!! Was given a skeleton key to the patio door, seriously that is the best way you can lock a patio door in 2025?? Not really secure, there is NO SAFE in the room. Hotel is below standards of a 3 star and lacking in many ways. There are better and more secure hotel options nearby.

Breakfast Bun with a friend at the Southbank. The bun was cold (frozen) in the middle, the sausage and tomato, even though it had been in the microwave. Afterwards felt a sickly taste in the mouth and gurgling stomach - probably was laced with sugar or artificial additives. Highly unhealthy. The lady who served us was rude short and nasty, why I have no idea. Views were very nice as always.

Wrington Redhill Football Club held their Valentines Night Gala 7 course Dinner and Dance for 150 guests in the Great Room and all who attended had a great time. Our thanks go to Nick Taplin and all the staff who participated in the preparation and service of food, the bar staff and management for all their hard work. We would certainly recommend Cadbury for their advice and hard work to put on a great function. Steve Porter - Chair

We stayed in the cottage suite which was exceptionally clean and tidy and beautifully presented. The host is friendly and helpful. Me and my wife will be returning.

3 of us went for Sunday lunch here and in summary it was excellent one of the best I have had. I rarely eat Sunday Lunch out because I like to cook it myself at home, but went to the Sir Walter Raleigh for a change. The food was exceptional: well cooked meats, good selection of well cooked vegetables, cauliflower cheese was gorgeous and great roasties. I should give a special shout out to the Yorkshire Puddings, as an exile from God’s Country I can be a bit sniffy about Yorkshire Puds, but these were perfect - easily the best I have had in a restaurant. To top it all it was really well presented without being fussy. Good portion size leaving just enough space to share 2 lovely desserts between the 3 of us. The pub is great as well with a good selection of real ale. Would definitely be back and highly recommend this place.

Pleasant midweek lunch enjoyed here…reasonable choice of pub grub from bar menu; good food; sensible pricing & welcoming/good service from the outset. Adequate choice of drinks for our needs too. Would recommend & happily return if ever in the area.

DO NOT GO HERE!!! There is the RUDEST landlord and bar staff I’ve ever come across. He told us off for coming in with mud on our boots - with no smiles or charm but more like being ticked off by a teacher, we apologised and duly all took our shoes off and were told to leave them outside (in the snow) - he then rolled his eyes when we asked for a wine list, turned his head away when we were ordering and failed to bring us the drinks we ordered. He then gave up on us entirely sending in his barman/waiter who was equally unsmiling, miserable and outright rude. We were a group of 5 adults and 2 teenagers there for a cosy lunch after a long walk. Sadly we were made to feel so horribly unwelcome in this cold and unfriendly pub that I wouldn’t recommend my worst enemy this miserable pub. Only saving grace was the sweetest young man from the kitchen who bought us out our lunch - but the rest of you - truly some of the most unpleasant, rude and cold people I’ve had the misfortune to come across. Final insult was after paying our hefty bill, the rude landlord sat in the middle of his soulless and empty pub and as we trooped out passed him he didn’t so much as look up or thank us or say goodbye - never been anywhere as awful. Do NOT go here.

Came in here yesterday for drinks for my birthday... Decent little place.. Decent larger... And friendly staff... Very Good...