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If there’s one thing that really makes a holiday special, it’s discovering a really good pub or bar! A good pub or bar is at the heart of a great British holiday. Fortunately, in Devon we’re spoilt for choice when it comes to top quality pubs and bars, many with stunning sea and harbour views. Many of the English Riviera pubs and bars are family and dog friendly too, have restaurants, beer gardens and provide regular live music.

So whether you’re looking for a proper ‘olde worlde’ traditional independent pub such as the Queens Arms in Brixham or a buzzing bar like Soho that’s a non-stop party into the small hours, across Torbay, Torquay, Babbacombe, Paignton and Brixham there are over 100 pubs and bars to choose from!

Best Beer, Wine and Cider in the South West!

For the perfect pint head to Torbay where our local brewery, Bays Brewery provides a fantastic choice of award winning craft local ales including Devon Dumpling, Top Sale and Bays Gold, complemented by a very popular Devon Rock Craft Lager.

The full taste of Devon is also on offer accompanied by a choice of local wines, with Sharpham Vineyard near Totnes our local vineyard running tasting tours and vineyard walks operate from March to December. Hunts produce some great local handcrafted Devon cider and have gained a gold award from Food and Drink Devon for their delicious drinks.

Glamorous Cocktail Bars

The English Riviera is home to several glamorous Cocktail Bars including Cru Beach Bar at Abbey Sands on Torquay seafront. Here you can watch some of the country’s top mixologists at work whilst relaxing on the outdoor terrace overlooking the sea!

Some of our popular pubs

The Drum Inn in the heart of Cockington Village is an attractive thatched building and the ultimate traditional British watering hole. This is one for the whole family, offering plenty of affordable, hearty food deals and nutritious child-sized meals for the little ones.

The historic Grade I-listed Churston Court, just a mile from Brixham, was once a favourite of Agatha Christie, the world’s most famous crime writer born in Torquay. Stop for a quiet drink at this quirky establishment where suits of armour stand alongside tapestries, and sample their good selection of fine wines.

At Babbacombe Beach you’ll find The Cary Arms, voted Best Dining Pub in the Taste of the West Awards and offering an amazing waterfront location. The recently refurbished award winning Green Ginger Pub and Bar in Torquay operated by Weatherspoon’s is one of Torquay’s favourite pubs.

Dog friendly

Many Torbay pubs and bars are dog friendly, so there’s no reason why your four-legged friend shouldn’t enjoy a few days away on the English Riviera too.

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The Waterside Inn Paignton

Address

126 Dartmouth Road, PAIGNTON, Devon, TQ4 6ND

Telephone
01803 551113

6884@greeneking.co.uk

PAIGNTON

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

At the Waterside you’ll find a variety of great value pub favourites on the menu, plus our favourite steaks, meat combos and burgers.
Our amazing range of beef steaks are our speciality and are matured for 35 days, seasoned with salt, cracked black…

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Old Manor Inn Paignton

Address

10 Old Torquay Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ3 2QZ

Telephone
01803 551157

hello@theoldmanorpreston.co.uk

Paignton

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

The Old Manor is a 17th century Grade 2 listed Thatched Pub and Restaurant, which oozes rustic character and charm.
Offering casual dining and catering for small or large functions.
We source the finest and freshest ingredients from a variety of…

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Upton Social Club

Address

46-48 Upton Road, TORQUAY, Devon, TQ1 4AX

Telephone
07902 152690

uptonsocialclub@hotmail.com

TORQUAY

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

The Upton Social Club was founded in 1906, it was known in those early days as a Working Men's Club. Members would meet to play snooker, cards and have a social drink, it's main objective was and still is, to provide a central meeting point and…

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Vigilance Brixham

Address

5 Bolton Street, Brixham, Devon, TQ5 9BZ

Telephone
01803 850489

pwilliams@jdwetherspoon.co.uk

Brixham

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

This is named after the last sailing trawler to be built, in 1926, by Uphams. The Vigilance has since been restored and is once again moored at Brixham. Fishing and Brixham have gone hand in hand for centuries, the industry being a major source of…

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Devonport Arms Paignton

Address

Elmbank Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 5NG

Telephone
01803 558322

vickybou079@gmail.com

Paignton

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

CAMRA Heritage Pub that is a traditional large back street community pub, where both darts and pool are played. It has three separate bars, Public, Lounge and a Snug. At the rear of the premises is a quiet walled patio garden/smokers retreat, with…

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Harleys American Bar and Grill

Address

267 Totnes Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 7HB

Telephone
01803 927349

hello@harleysgrill.com

Paignton

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

Harley's American Bar and Grill with our classic American menu to tantalize your tastebuds and our Amazing team to give you the warm welcome.
Whether you’re local to the Torbay area or you’re visiting Devon on holiday, all are welcome at our…

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The Still House

Address

Units 4 & 5, South Quay, South Arm, The Harbour, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6DT

Telephone
01803 927063

stillhouse@brixhamgin.com

Paignton

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

A casual bar and harbourside venue with waterfront outdoor seating and panoramic views of the bay.
A laid back place to find your favourite bar tipple and tuck into stone baked pizzas and snacks.
The bar is stocked with the full Brixham Gin range,…

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Cantina Kitchen and Bar Paignton

Address

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

Telephone
01803 525377

cantinagoodrington@gmail.com

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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Cider Press Torquay

Address

5-6 Braddons Hill Road West, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 1BG

Telephone
01803 212338

ciderpresstorquay@gmail.com

Torquay

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Welcome to Torquay, a traditional yet thriving seaside town set on Devon's English Riviera coast. If you haven't visited for a while, then banish those thoughts of a resort that has seen its hey day.... the best is yet…

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