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Dawlish Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Dawlish
Dawlish /ˈdɔːlɪʃ/ is an English seaside resort town and civil parish in Teignbridge on the south coast of Devon, 12 miles (19 km) from the county town of Exeter. It had a population of 12,345, which decreased to 11,893 at the 2011 census. During the 18th century, it grew from a small fishing port into a well-known seaside resort. Its nearest neighbour, Teignmouth, developed in a similar way during the 19th century.
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1. The Mount Pleasant Inn
Overall Ratings
4 based on 724 reviews
Dawlish Warren • Devon • EX7 0NA
Reviewed By Elaine B - Poole, United Kingdom
Found by chance using sat nav places to eat. Parked easily and had a warm welcome. Nothing was too much trouble. Great 80’s menu, something for everyone. Faggots, steak, gammon, lasagne and chicken tikka. Chips were perfect. Had room for sweets, treacle pudding, ice cream, trifle and knickerbocker glory. Fairly empty when we arrived at 5pm, packed when we left at 7.15pm. Excellent bottle of Merlot. The view across to Exmouth was a perfect end to our holiday in Dawlish. Service was excellent and so was the chef! We will return.
2. The Smugglers Inn
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
The Smugglers Inn provide a full lunch and evening menu alongside our famous 'Farmers Feast Carvery' every day of the week. Situated in the beautiful town of Dawlish in Devon, you can expect to be surrounded by stunning panoramic views of the ocean and the surrounding countryside. A view that is not to be missed. We are also home to some of the best Real Ales and cider on the market including Dartmoor Legend, Teignworthy Reel and our guest pump which changes on a regular basis. We also have a full wine list and a fantastic variety of soft drinks. There is something for everyone. If you would like to book a table with us you can do so in a number of ways: - Telephone: We don't always get a chance to pick up the phone, so please leave a detailed message. We go through our answer phone messages twice daily. - Email: We respond to emails every morning. NB Please don't assume that your booking is confirmed until we have confirmed until we have actually called you back. Thank you.
Reviewed By Sarsonuk - Graz, Austria
We booked online and received a phone call just before the reservation date to confirm the booking. As it was Mother’s Day it was busy however the quality of the food was still good and tasty. RecommendedThank you so much for taking the time to leave such a kind review. We're so glad to hear that you enjoyed your meal with us. We hope to see you again soon - Maybe when it's a little less busy next time!
3. Home Kitchen
Overall Ratings
5 based on 165 reviews
We sell a large range of gluten free products
Reviewed By Kate M
Having a gluten free child we always have difficulty finding places to eat especially lunch times.
Stumbled across this little place on a trip to Dawlish.
The whole menu can be offered as gluten free, which meant she could eat and enjoy her lunch.
Friendly and helpful owner.
Would definitely comeback just to see our children led able to choose freely from a full menu the same as anybody else.
4. The Boathouse
Overall Ratings
4 based on 883 reviews
We are a family friendly, family run freehouse bar and restaurant right on the seafront at Dawlish Warren. We provide everything from Seattles Finest Coffees to a full menu that covers lunchtime snacks to hearty main courses and desserts to die for. We have a separate childrens menu and a free soft play area for our younger guests. Along with a great range of local ales, we have a full range of lagers, bitters and ciders both draught and bottled. Our wines are a great blend of classics and new world. We are happy to welcome any four legged friends in our lower bar area and outside balconies as long as they are happy to mix with our other guests. With stunning views of the surrounding coastline and just two minutes from the sandy Beaches, The Boathouse is a perfect venue for any occasion
Reviewed By KatefromChard - Chard Somerset
We had a lovely walk from Dawlish to this pub, which serves food, in Dawlish Warren. Our food was lovely as was the drinks. However what put us off and made me both very angry and scared was the number of dogs, Barking incessantly and loudly at everything, everyone and other dogs. There was one dog in particular who's dog and general aggressive manner was so bad, its owner ignored it, the bar staff did nothing at all to sort this out. Many other diners were complaining and though the bar staff kept looking over to the dog and the owner we all had to suffer until the dog and its owner left the premises. I even mentioned to one of the serving staff how I felt and to ask for something to be done but I might have been talking to a wall the amount of help I, and all of us others, got. Interestingly as I left Dawlish Warren I saw the dog owner get into her car with her son at the doctor's surgery car park. If this lady is a doctor I do not think much of her personal ethics. Anyway if you, as future clients, want to have a meal in the centre of a noisy chaotic dogs home then eat at this pub, otherwise stay well away. Dogs should not be allowed into areas where food is being served, young children could be, people who are allergic to dogs ie asthma etc, those who are frightened of dogs and the sheer basic down to earth hygiene, or lack of it, point of view.
5. The Strand Cafe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 155 reviews
A family run Cafe in the heart of Dawlish. We offer a great selection of Breakfast items as well as sandwiches, paninis or lighter lunches. If you are looking for something totally homemade come in our try our afternoon treats including scones, cakes and biscuits. We also offer alcoholic beverages as well as a fantastic smoothie and milk shake range. We have the best outside Seating area in Dawlish where smoking is permitted. On our cooler days, dogs are most welcome inside.
Reviewed By Lesbefriends
If you are looking for a friendly place this is it. The food is superb the customer service is outstanding. The cafe is clean Seating outside and in and there is always a smile waiting for you. The price of food etc is worth every...MoreWow, lost for words really (which is a rare)! We do try really hard here and to get feedback as good as this makes it all worth while. Thank you so much for your kinds words and for reviewing us! Best regards John & Tracey
6. Gurkha Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 424 reviews
Gurkha restaurant is the only Nepalese and Indian restaurant in Dawlish that provides delicious Nepalese and Indian food to the locals and tourists.The restaurant also does a Takeout and Delivery service.There is a 10% discount on collection orders only.Please look at our website for an exhaustive menu.
Reviewed By supertr00per - Reading, United Kingdom
It's rare to find such a consistently good restaurant. Everyone I take here raves about it - and for good reason. Masu Dal was the highlight on this trip.
7. Jack Sprat's
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 692 reviews
A stylish, contemporary licensed restaurant using the freshest and best produce to create delicious food served by professional waiters with smiling faces. Try us for great coffee, fabulous stone baked pizza, pasta, homemade burgers (best ever!)and lots of daily specials. Good value, family-friendly and fresh tasty food. We are small so book if you can.
8. Willo's Sandwich Bar
Overall Ratings
5 based on 110 reviews
Reviewed By LannyB - Derby
Mmm mmm!! Enjoyed eating our freshly made warm baguettes by the waterside with the black swans. The staff are really friendly and the food is lovely! Thanks!
9. The Ugly Duckling
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 259 reviews
Here at The Ugly Duckling Restaurant, we pride ourselves on the high standards of our mainly British cuisine and the friendliness of our personal service. Our speciality is our daily carvery, served from 12.00 noon, which also includes our home cooked "Dish of the Day", and on Sundays we have our famous "Four Meat Carvery". The Carvery is in addition to our comprehensive, all day menu. We are open from 8.00am daily,(10.00 on Sundays)for fine coffees, to drink in or takeaway, and traditional breakfasts. We currently open every day except Mondays, and on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays through to 7.00pm. We are fully licensed and stock some excellent wines. Look out for our special evenings which include a French night to welcome the Beaujolais Nouveau in November and Burns Night in January. We look forward to seeing you, but you are strongly advised to book if you are coming for lunch.
Reviewed By Tracey W - Cambridgeshire
Lots to choose from on the menu. 2 diners had carvery. Choice of four meats and loads of veg, Yorkie and gravy just like home. Large jacket potato with prawns looked delicious. Really friendly staff and great customer service. Will definitely return.
10. Chippy Chaps
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 264 reviews
Reviewed By Unicorn72 - Bristol, United Kingdom
If I am honest we only bought from here because we thought it was the only chippy open on a wet Sunday! Thank goodness we did. The food was outstanding and very reasonably priced. The man who served (I think the owner) was friendly and chatty(even with his singing ). We went here from necessity but will definitely return and recommend to all.
