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Nice place. Food could be better

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.

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.

Very disappointed that they are still using paper cups and plates and wooden knives Coffee not too great not barrister quality Not enough staff

We had Sunday lunch here in May 2025. The service was a bit slow, but considering they had a large coach party at the same time, it wasn’t bad. The welcome was warm and friendly and the waitresses were efficient. The starter of salmon marinaded in beetroot was very nice and refreshing. My hake, asparagus and new potatoes meal was lovely, husband enjoyed his sirloin but found it a bit weird to have stuffing with beef. If you like a traditional old hotel with dark wooden panelling and a pianist playing nondescript music in the background, then this is for you, but I am afraid it wasn’t to our taste. We particularly didn’t like the numerous paintings of hunting scenes, perhaps they could be replaced with landscapes of the era?

Food is ok but please don't make plans to visit unless you are staying. This is now a B&B and you cannot eat here if you are not staying. Please note it is no longer a pub or Restaurant

Called at lunch for a takeaway. I had cod and regular chips. The lad said be ready in 5 minutes so had a walk about, then back to collect. Ate in the park. Now here's why I marked down to 3. The fish was a nice piece of cod, chips okay. But please.....you must drain the oil off before wrapping up. Got to the park and oil was oozing out all over the place, and as they had not drained it in the hot counter long enough, the batter had turned slimy and stuck to the greaseproof paper. Spoilt what would otherwise have been a decent scoff. Wife said her burger and chips was good.

I loved sitting in the cosy tearoom and looking at the artefacts.The owners were friendly and very nice I would recommend going there.I am sure to come back soon.😃