Top Kingsbridge restaurants and pubs

Nestled deep in the beautiful heart of South Devon is the bustling market town of Kingsbridge. This charismatic destination is perched on the doorstep of the South Hams, so it’s the perfect place to stay for those who enjoy adventures in the great outdoors, both on and off the water.

You’ll never be short of things to do in Kingsbridge, and it won’t be long before you’ve worked up an appetite. So where are the best places to eat in Kingsbridge? Among the town’s cobbled streets and endearing alleyways are a wonderful selection of dining spots – including some of the best restaurants in Devon.

So, we’ve created a guide to the top Kingsbridge restaurants and pubs where you can sample delicious local cuisine. You might also like to read our Devon food and drink guide for further inspiration.

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Restaurants in Kingsbridge

From authentic Bengali dishes to colourful Mediterranean tapas, you’ll be spoilt for choice with the cuisine on offer in one of the many Kingsbridge restaurants. Here are some of our favourites.

Maha Bharat

Widely regarded as one of the best places for Bengali and Indian food in the South West, Maha Bharat offers an outstanding dining experience. Serving all the traditional dishes expected from a curry house, as well as some tasty specials, those who enjoy a curry won’t fail to be impressed.

Their secret lies within the alchemy of quality herbs and spices blended with the finest local produce of vegetables, seafood and meat. Maha Bharat also offers takeaway dishes, so wherever you may be staying during your holiday in Kingsbridge, you’ll be able to try a selection of their award-winning food.

Café Asia

If you’d prefer to go on a gastronomic journey to the Far East, then Café Asia is sure to be one of your favourite Kingsbridge restaurants. From the zesty allure of Thailand to the intricate spices of Malaysia, and the timeless classics of Cantonese cuisine, every dish is a wonderful symphony of flavours.

Ingredients are carefully curated from nearby farms and fisheries, and whether you are dining in the restaurant or getting a takeaway, the friendly and knowledgeable staff will help you pick your perfect plate.

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Twenty Seven by Jamie Rogers

For a special occasion, Twenty Seven is one of the best fine-dining restaurants in Kingsbridge. This Michelin-recommended eatery has won countless awards for its culinary creations, and patrons can dine à la carte for lunch or dinner. But it’s worth splashing out to experience Jamie’s culinary wizardry via the six-course tasting menu and complementing wine flight.

Expect meticulously crafted dishes, featuring only the finest, carefully sourced produce that makes good use of Devon’s seasonal larder. Start with a pre-dinner cocktail in the elegant downstairs bar, then head upstairs to a table beneath the beams in the intimate loft-like dining room.

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The Old Bakery

Presenting a delicious array of modern Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine, food at The Old Bakery is designed to be shared. This is one of the best places to eat in Kingsbridge if you’re craving some tapas, with a diverse menu featuring beloved dishes like baba ghanoush, chicken souvlaki, hummus, and calamari.

Relax on a leather sofa upstairs and tuck into a huge bowl of olives and home-baked bread or dine outside in the cobbled courtyard when the sun is shining, with a mound of charcuterie and garlic-laced seafood.

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Wild Artichokes

Wild Artichokes is a hidden establishment headed up by the renowned chef and food writer, Jane Baxter (of River Café and BBC’s Saturday Kitchen). This iconic eatery in Kingsbridge is a haven for those who love grazing boards, overflowing salads, and honest food. Hearty Italian-inspired meals are served on big sharing plates at large wooden tables, encouraging a friendly and sociable dining experience.

The menu changes with the seasons, with dish after dish of sublime meat, fish and vegetable concoctions, followed by decadent desserts. During these single-sitting banquets, you’ll get to try mouthwatering original recipes that you probably won’t have tried anywhere else.

Pubs in Kingsbridge

Whether you’re looking for a traditional pint-pulling locals’ pub or somewhere to take the kids for lunch, you’re sure to find the perfect watering hole within our selection of top Kingsbridge pubs.

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Crabshell Inn

When it comes to waterside pubs in Kingsbridge, you simply cannot beat the Crabshell Inn. Nestled at the mouth of Kingsbridge Harbour, this charming eatery boasts an idyllic setting to watch boats and paddleboards drift by, and the delighted smiles of children as they crab along the embankment.

When the sun is shining, sip a cold pint outside while listening to the ebb and flow of the water. A diverse menu showcases local seafood and global favourites, and their speciality is wood-fired pizza.

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The Old Warehouse

The Old Warehouse is a taproom, kitchen and café, and is especially unique as it produces its own award-winning sparkling mead which is brewed and poured on the premises. Diners can watch the meadery in action whilst enjoying a glass of the refreshing Moonhoney Mead that’s on tap.

This Kingsbridge pub is a very cool establishment with a relaxed atmosphere, and serves brunch and lunch, as well as dinner. Its ever-changing menu includes locally reared beef, freshly landed fish, and delicious vegetables grown just a mile or so up the road.

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Seven Stars

A local favourite, the Seven Stars is one of the top Kingsbridge pubs for those looking for quintessentially British food done well. The food menu combines traditional pub staples such as sausages and mash, steak and chips, and beer-battered fish and chips, with a selection of delicious dishes from around the world.

On Sundays, the pub is known for its wholesome roast dinner. Choose your meat or vegan option, accompanied by sea salt and rosemary roast potatoes, buttered seasonal vegetables, Yorkshire pudding and proper gravy.

The Creeks End Inn

Found in the heart of Kingsbridge next to the estuary, The Creeks End Inn is one of the best dog-friendly pubs in Kingsbridge. More affectionately known by locals as "The Creeks", this welcoming bar and restaurant is the perfect place to sit outside with a glass of vino and watch the world pass by.

The menu is full of all the usual pub classics, plus they offer a takeaway service of fish and chips and have an ice cream parlour with a range of tempting flavours from Yars Farm. Plus, when night falls on weekends, the inn comes alive with live music.

The Dodbrooke Inn

The Dodbrooke Inn is a family-run free house serving traditional home-cooked fare accompanied by a choice of real ales. In the summer, there’s an al fresco dining area where you can soak up the Devon sunshine and in winter, you can get cosy on one of the plush cushioned stools beside the open fire.

The pub offers lunchtime and evening menus, as well as takeaway fish and chips, and traditional Sunday roasts.

Map of the best places to eat in Kingsbridge

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