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We’ve got restaurants in the English Riviera that have been the favourite haunts of locals and visitors alike for many years. But we’re also witnessing an explosion of fantastic new restaurants popping up. It’s all because top chefs from around the country are being lured to the English Riviera by the high quality of local produce that’s available and in particular the world class fresh fish landed at Brixham. You’ll find a fantastic choice of restaurants across Torbay including Torquay, Babbacombe, Paignton and Brixham.

Torquay Abbey Sands on the seafront in Torquay is fast becoming Torquay’s latest foodie hotspot. Here you will find great independent restaurants including The Bay working alongside national brands including Bistrot Pierre and Las Iguanas. Or stroll along to the Marina area and Torquay Harbour for a pick of first-class restaurants located right beside the yachts and boats, including Pier Point, The Elephant, Number Seven, the Orange Tree and the Old Vienna. In the heart of Torquay, you will also find the award-winning Meat 59 restaurant.

Brixham’s harbour area is also home to this new wave of restaurants including Olive and Rockfish Brixham alongside long-standing favourites including Beamers and The Prince William.

In Paignton, dine by the beach at The Boathouse and Shoreline.

Fine dining and Michelin stars

If you’re a committed foodie who likes nothing more than lingering over a meal prepared by an award winning chef, then you can take your pick in Torbay. Savour Michelin-starred fare at The Elephant in Torquay. Or linger over lunch at an AA rosette or Taste of the West winner like Restaurant 1881 at The Grand Hotel, Torquay or The Orange Tree restaurant in Torquay.

Independent eateries

Torbay is home to many fabulous independent restaurants, where you’ll receive a more individual approach to dining and great service. Cosy atmosphere, character and a commitment to using fresh, local produce makes these independents stand out for all the right reasons.

Restaurants for the family

Our winning combination of sea, sand and smiles makes Torbay an enduringly popular destination for all ages. So it’s no surprise that many of our restaurants go out of their way to cater for the whole family. Some, like the Cary Arms in Babbacombe go even further and even welcome your trusty pet dog.

After a busy day making sandcastles, shopping, or exploring our many local attractions you’ll be in need of refreshment. You’ll be spoilt for choice with our fantastic array of restaurants in Torbay that will suit every taste and budget. You can enjoy globally-inspired dishes from far afield as Nepal and China as well as traditional English favourites. And you can savour each mouthful at an award-winning restaurant or grab a quick pizza at the beach and go. Search our restaurant finder to discover restaurants to suit every taste.

Or look for restaurants near to the kid’s favourite places to visit. Aqua Lounge at the Riviera International Centre offers everything from health-conscious smoothies and snacks to lunch. Take advantage of their dip and dine menu for a great value meal after working up an appetite in the popular Waves pool with indoor flume

Whatever your taste, search below to find restaurants across the English Riviera including the towns of Torquay, Babbacombe, Cockington, Paignton and Brixham.

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Bistrot Pierre

Address

Abbey Crescent, TORQUAY, Devon, TQ2 5HB

Telephone
01803 221213

questions@pierre94.co.uk

TORQUAY

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

Bistrot Pierre is great value French cooking and seasonal menus. We like to combine French bistrot classics such as steak-frites, boeuf bourguignon and crème brûlée with our own take on regional favourites. We offer a prixe fixe lunch menu and…

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Open 09:00 - 17:00
Guardhouse Cafe, Berry Head, Brixham

Address

Berry Head Nature Reserve, Brixham, Devon, TQ5 9AW

Telephone
01803 855778

info@guardhousecafe.com

Brixham

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Open 09:00 - 17:00

This friendly multiple-award-winning cafe is located in Berry Head Nature Reserve, inside a Napoelonic-era fortress. Whether your passion is history, wildlife, walking or relaxing with family and friends in a beautiful place, Berry Head has…

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Best Western Livermead Cliff Hotel - Afternoon Tea

Address

Sea Front, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 6RQ

Telephone
+44 01803 299666

info@livermeadcliff.co.uk

Torquay

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

Livermead Cliff Dining

Whether it is a sit down Restaurant Meal in our Sea View Restaurant 'The Oceanic' or a light Lunch on our Riviera Terrace, the Livermead Cliff covers all options. The Riviera Terrace has stunning un-interupted views…

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The Cow Shed

Address

1-4 Beach Approach, Pump Street, Brixham, Devon, TQ5 8JL

Telephone
01803 859679

jillmills140@gmail.com

Brixham

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

Located in a pretty side street just a few steps from Brixham's beautiful harbour, the recently refurbished Cow Shed is an exciting bar and restaurant in this South Devon town.
Opened in February 2016, The Cow Shed is essentially a bar and grill…

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Rockfish Brixham

Address

Brixham Fish Market, Brixham, Devon, TQ5 8AW

Telephone
01803 850872

brixham@therockfish.co.uk

Brixham

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

Rockfish is a speciality, sustainable seafood restaurant set in beautiful Brixham on the English Riviera. Whether you’d like oysters, Dover sole and a bottle of Chablis for a special occasion or fish and chips for lunch after walking the dog,…

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Mo's Diner

Address

11 Victoria Street, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 5DH

Telephone
01803 526879

Paignton

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

Discover Mo's Diner, the family-friendly restaurant serving delicious burgers, refreshing smoothies, and hearty breakfasts in a homely atmosphere.

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Shoreline Paignton

Address

Eastern Esplanade, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6AG

Telephone
01803 556943

mail@paigntonbeach.com

Paignton

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

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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Meat 59 Torquay

Address

59 Abbey Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5NQ

Telephone
01803 431221

torquay@meat59.com

Torquay

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

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…

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The Elephant Restaurant by Simon Hulstone

Address

3 & 4 Beacon Terrace, Harbourside, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 2BH

Telephone
01803 200044

info@elephantrestaurant.co.uk

Torquay

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

Fine dining at its very best! The multi award-winning Elephant is a Michelin star restaurant, overlooking beautiful Torquay harbour. Award winning chef Simon Hulstone runs the restaurant with his wife Katy and his talented team of chefs and friendly…

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