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The Elephant Restaurant by Simon Hulstone

The Imperial Torquay

The Grand Hotel - Restaurant 1881

Places to Eat Torquay

From cool cafes and gastro pubs to traditional tearooms and ice cream parlours, Torquay is a foodie heaven. Enjoy fine dining at a Michelin-starred restaurant or grab a homemade pasty, piping hot straight from the oven. Here are our tips on where to eat in Torquay.

Family-friendly Torquay restaurants

If you’re visiting with kids you’ll be relieved that many restaurants offer children’s menus to take the hassle out of eating out. For a real treat that everyone will enjoy, head to the Aqua Lounge Torquay at the Riviera International Centre. Part of the leisure complex, enjoy a swim in the Waves pool (complete with indoor flume) and take advantage of the excellent value dip and dine offers. If they’ve still got energy for more play, there’s an indoor soft play area for the under 8s too.

Places to eat in Torquay with added entertainment

Head into the Rock Garden in Torquay town centre for delicious pizza cooked in the wood-fired oven or tuck into a juicy steak. You can sit outside in the garden to enjoy your meal al fresco. And on many evenings the restaurant comes alive to the sound of tribute acts performing on the restaurant’s own live stage – with artists playing everything from Motown to pop.

Fishy business

Torbay is known as England’s Seafood Coast. Just down the road in Brixham you’ll find one of the country’s busiest fish markets, landing delicious, fresh local fish from the fleet of day boats. Whilst much is destined to grace the tables of top restaurants around the UK, we manage to keep plenty to supply our local restaurants here too.

With close access to the freshest quality fish it’s little surprise that some of the UK’s top seafood chefs have set up restaurants here. Try No7 Seafood Bistro, which overlooks the harbour in Torquay to sample delicious local fish and shellfish. If you like your fish served with chips, book a table at Rockfish Torquay. Run by renowned fish chef Mitch Tonks, it is also located on Torquay’s harbourside where you can watch the boats bobbing for a full maritime experience.

Where to eat in Torquay to make the most of the view

Whether it’s breakfast, lunch or dinner that you’re after, you can sit back and take in the spectacular views across Torbay from Pier Point restaurant. Located on the seafront, there are floor to ceiling glass windows on three sides, so all tables get a great view. And as it’s just a stone’s throw from the Princess Theatre, it’s an ideal spot to enjoy pre- or post-theatre drinks.

Walk or drive a mile from Torquay harbour and you’ll come to the glistening waters of Meadfoot Beach. Sit out on the terrace of Meadfoot Beach Café Torquay to soak up the stunning views with your lunch or ice cream, then take a stroll along the sands.

If you want an idyllic, rural view then head to the picture postcard village of Cockington. Here you can enjoy a traditional Devon Cream Tea surrounded by flowers and thatched cottages at Rose Cottage Tea Gardens. There’s even a piano in the pagoda, so you may be treated to the gentle sounds of jazz playing as you rest.

Whatever you’re looking for – from international cuisine to local, home-grown favourites - search Torquay restaurants to take your pick.

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The Elephant Restaurant by Simon Hulstone

Torquay

Fine dining at its very best! The multi award-winning Elephant is a two storey Michelin star restaurant, with a more informal brasserie on the ground floor and the Michelin-starred The Room on the first, overlooking beautiful Torquay harbour, where...

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The Imperial Torquay

Torquay

A Victorian 4 star hotel overlooking The English Riviera & the beautiful South Devon coastline
Spread over seven floors, The Imperial Torquay has 152 bedrooms with distinctive style and comfort at their core. All feature comfortable beds,...
The Grand Hotel - Restaurant 1881

Torquay

The Grand Hotel
Restaurant 1881
Compass Bar and Brasserie
Restaurant 1881 named after the year The Grand Hotel was built sits in an enviable position on the UNESCO English Riviera with stunning views across the bay. A landmark hotel and steeped in...

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2958 reviews
Las Iguanas Torquay

Torbay Road, Torquay

TRY THE AUTUMN MENU
Take your taste buds from the beaches of Brazil to the streets of Mexico and the steak houses of Argentina.
Enjoy a host of brand new additions, made lovingly by our skilled chefs.
There's ten new dishes taking up residence...
Bistrot Pierre

TORQUAY

Bistrot Pierre is great value French cooking and seasonal menus. We like to combine French bistrot classics such as steak-frites, boeuf bourguignon and tarte au citron with our own take on regional favourites like confit de canard and paté de...

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2450 reviews
Pier Point Torquay

Torquay

We look forward to welcoming you to Pier Point whether for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner or just drinks...
Light streams through the windows of the vibrant and lively Pier Point Restaurant and Bar situated on Torquay’s seafront promenade, as enticing...

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1315 reviews
Below Decks Torquay

Torquay

Watch the world go by at Below Decks, on Beacon Quay. Open daily from 8am 'til sundown for breakfast, lunch and dinner serving locally sourced, fresh and handmade produce.
Our specials boards are updated daily, listing our locally sourced chefs...
Old Vienna Restaurant Torquay

Torquay

Chef/Proprietor Werner Rott is back in Torbay with a new menu of artisan cuisine with the Austrian touch.With seating for just 20 diners, this unique setting offers a personal service with exquisite cuisine made from seasonal local produce

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The Offshore Bar & Restaurant

Torquay

Offshore is a busy cafe-bar by day and an exciting restaurant and live music venue by night. Situated in an envious location overlooking the harbour, Offshore has a hundred seats on the pedestrian area outside, so is perfect in the summer for...
Cavern on the Quay

TORQUAY

This cosy café and bar is characterised by a strong nautical theme. Take a seat in the ship-themed bar at the front and in summer, when the large windows are always open, enjoy the refreshing sea breeze and beautiful views across the harbour. In...
Number 7 Fish Bistro Torquay

Torquay

A small family run Bistro style restaurant providing fresh fish and shellfish either from local boats and markets or Scotland.
- Situated overlooking Torquay's harbourside.
- Daily special chalkboards
Aztec Bistro Torquay

Torquay

Relax in the laid-back atmosphere of our themed Aztec Bistro. Open daily for coffees, snacks, light lunches plus wine, beer & spirits and there’s a fantastic south-facing pool terrace for al fresco drinking & dining when the weather is fine.
Bianco's Restaurant Torquay

Torquay

The proprietor Mauro gives you a warm welcome to Bianco's, where comfort and enjoyment of fine Italian cuisine and wines is of utmost importance.
Whether you have booked for a romantic candlelit dinner for 2 or a party of 70, Bianco's is able to...
The Blue Walnut

Torquay

The Blue Walnut is a relaxing, fully licensed Café hosting regular Live Music and Performance Poetry events together with an Art Gallery featuring the work of local artists. The venue also hosts a vibrant Film Club.
Hole In The Wall Torquay

Torquay

Hole in the Wall - Welcome To Torquays oldest Pub (circa 1540).
With its cobbled floors and low beamed ceilings the hole in the wall has been a regular for smugglers and business men alike. Providing a traditional pub atmosphere with great food and...
Small World Restaurant and Tapas Bar

Torquay

When a creative Cornish chef and a sybarite Spaniard start a dream, this is what you can get.
Worldwide food in tapas size.
Satisfy your cravings and savour every bite of our full-flavoured food at Small World Tapas. We offer tapas plates from...
Meat 59 Torquay

Torquay

MEAT59 was created by two passionate foodies, Jenna and brother-in-law Vince. Vince found his flair for the kitchen while working as an apprentice chef in the Army aged 16. Jenna found her passion for food while living in London for six years during...
Wellies of Wellswood

TORQUAY

Wellies, at The Heart of Wellswood
Wellswood has long been recognised as the capital of affluential and cosmopolitan life in Torquay. Steeped in history, this 'up-market' village was given a Mediterranean makeover by the moneyed Victorians who...
Aqua Lounge Torquay

Torquay

Located in the Riviera International Centre, this contemporary café offers an extensive menu. From light bites to lunch and healthy smoothies to cake, there is something to suit all tastes. We are proud to serve an extensive range of Starbucks...
Kim Saigon Torquay

Torquay

Kim Saigon Restaurant is located in the heart of the ‘English Riviera’ in Torquay.
They offer some fantastic Chinese, Vietnamese and Cantonese dishes.
They offer a large car park situated immediately behind the restaurant.
This lovely restaurant...

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