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Paignton Places to Eat

Discover places to eat in Paignton, everything from locally caught seafood to traditional Nepalese cuisine, you’ll find something to suit every taste and budget in Paignton. Some of the best fish restaurants are along the seafront in Paignton, so if want to try some local cuisine - head to the Harbour for a true taste of the sea. Forget about the washing up, and treat yourself to a meal out.

Where to eat in Paignton by the beach

Soft sand and a gently shelving sea draws the crowds to Paignton beaches. Luckily you won’t have to give up your spot in the sun when it comes to lunchtime. You’ll find handy beach kiosks serving snacks right beside the beaches, including Preston Beach and Broadsands. If you’re still at Goodrington Beach at the end of the day, give The View at Goodrington a try. This laid back restaurant offers indoor and outdoor seating and serves favourites including pizza and pasta. And there’s no need to dress for dinner – flip-flops are welcome!

Places to eat in Paignton for locally-grown, home-made food

With the sea and rolling Devon hills on its doorstep, Paignton has no shortage of delicious, locally grown food. Snacks and lunches made from local produce for an authentic taste of Devon. Or grab a takeaway to enjoy as a picnic when you’re out and about.

If you love seafood, you’ll love the freshness of fish and shellfish landed just across Torbay in Brixham.

Vintage-style high tea

Paignton enjoys a real vintage vibe. Hop on board the Dartmouth Steam Railway at the station in the town. You can continue the vintage theme with afternoon tea at Paignton’s Cupcake Café. This boutique café offers a fine selection of homemade cakes and scones in cosy surroundings.

Paignton restaurants for kids

Great beaches and plenty of things to see and do have made Paignton a real favourite for families on holiday. And there’s just as much choice when it comes to finding somewhere to eat to suit all ages. Many of our pubs and restaurants offer children’s menus, so you can be sure there will be something to tempt them and it won’t cost a fortune.

Tastes from around the world

As rich and varied as the entertainment in Paignton, you can also eat your way around the world at Paignton restaurants. Sample the heights of Nepalese cooking at the family-run Nepalese Gurkha. Or savour Italian and Mediterranean cooking at its best at La Scala.

Whatever your taste, search restaurants in Paignton to find your perfect dining experience

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Talk of the Town Paignton

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46-52 Torbay Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6AL

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01803 668070

p6011@jdwetherspoon.co.uk

Paignton

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These licensed premises are an amalgamation of several properties. The larger buildings at the back are Victorian villas, built when Torbay Road was laid out in the 1890s. The two villas were later joined together. After World War II, their front…

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Thariks Paignton

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379 Torquay Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ3 2DJ

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01803 664116

mailbox@thariksonline.co.uk

Paignton

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Sohana & Taj welcome you to Thariks Indian Restaurant in Paignton. Since it's opening in 1991 Thariks has established itself as one of the leading Indian restaurant & takeaway in Torbay. The restaurant is open from 5.30PM till 11.30PM everyday.…

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Shoreline Paignton

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Eastern Esplanade, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6AG

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01803 556943

mail@paigntonbeach.com

Paignton

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Welcome to Shoreline. We have invested heavily in our business premises, new equipment and staff training.
We’ve retained our ever-popular breakfast menu but re-written the main menu to take full advantage of our largest investment to date, an…

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Squires Restaurant and Take Away Paignton

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2-3 Churston Broadway, Dartmouth Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6LE

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01803 842169

Paignton

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Squires Restaurant & Takeaway is a Takeaway and restaurant in Paignton which serves mainly Fish & Chips food.
Can anything beat eating lunch with the feel of sand between your toes or when you’re looking out across the sea? Opting for a takeout is…

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Cantina Kitchen and Bar Paignton

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Youngs Park Road, Goodrington, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6BU

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01803 525377

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Goodrington, Paignton

Cantina Kitchen and Bar is an award wining family run business conveniently located slap bang next to one of the most beautiful dog friendly beaches in Paignton specialising in serving local Devon produce including fresh fish from Brixham, local…

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The Coach House

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32 Church Street, Paignton, Devon, TQ3 3AH

Telephone
01803 558766

vernonmckenna@hotmail.co.uk

Paignton

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Historically the London Inn, the building is late 18th-century and Grade ll listed with a ground floor interior consisting of three rooms that have altered to create a single bar pub. It has a brick fireplace with cast iron grate, a couple of beer…

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Paignton Club

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1 The Esplanade, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6ED

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01803 559682

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Paignton

Party, wedding and entertainment venue at The Esplanade, Paington

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