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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 Green Ginger Torquay

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Lower Floor Winter Garden, Fleet Walk, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5DZ

Telephone
01803 380003

p6011@jdwetherspoon.co.uk

Torquay

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Slade and Sons had premises in Abbey Place for many years. Established in 1837, the firm was one of Torquay’s leading grocers. An advert in the Torquay and Tor Directory of 1846 announced to ‘The Nobility, Gentry and Public’ that Stiven’s & Co had…

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The Lighthouse Cafe and Bar Torquay

Address

23 Victoria Parade, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 2BD

Telephone
01803 294238

Torquay

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

Harbourside coffee shop with hot and cold food, licensed bar, frappes milkshakes cream tea , sangria cocktails jugs .
Outside dining with harbour views.
Dog friendly

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Sprat and Mackerel

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24 The Quay, Brixham, Devon, TQ5 8AW

Telephone
01803 859719

Brixham

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

The Sprat & Mackerel is a pub and restaurant, offering a wide variety of fresh seafood dishes. Situated on Brixham harbour it is an ideal to sample the various ales and dishes they have to offer whilst overlooking beautiful Brixham.

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The Spinning Wheel Inn Paignton

Address

Esplanade Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6BE

Telephone
01803 555000

thespinningwheelinn@hotmail.co.uk

Paignton

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

Whether you’re peckish or absolutely famished, our extensive menu features a wide array of tasty dishes to suit any diner. If you fancy a nibble or something to start, have a look at our range of starters and tasty bites. If it’s a good feed…

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Liberty Brixham

Address

11 The Quay, Brixham, Devon, TQ5 8AW

Telephone
01803 883828

mark@thegreenwaygroup.co.uk

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Brixham

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

Welcome to Liberty - Brixham's first & original Cocktail Bar. Bringing Premium & Fun to Brixham, without the pretentiousness. Cakes, Cocktails, Loose Leaf Teas & Savoury Treats.
Cocktail Bar, Tea Parlour / Coffee Lounge, Food Served all day & night,…

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The Oldenburg Paignton

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46-48 Winner Street, Paignton, Devon, TQ3 3BQ

Telephone
01803 525714

oldenburgpaignton@outlook.com

Paignton

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

Named after Peter ll, Duke of Oldenburg 1853-1900, it is said that there is evidence that an inn has existed on this site since 1688. It is a medium sized single room back street pub that has a traditional interior, together with a small enclosed…

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Cantina Torquay

Address

Belgrave Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5HP

Telephone
07887 943079

cantinatorquay@gmail.com

Torquay

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14 Apr 2026to31 Oct 2026

Why not come and find us yourself and check out our second location. Find us tucked away in Abbey Park (right by the crazy golf!) and join us for fresh food, local drinks, live music and so much more! Dog friendly, with inside and outside seating!…

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The Dock

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13-14 Victoria Parade, TORQUAY, Devon, TQ1 2BB

info@docktorquay.co.uk

TORQUAY

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

THE DOCK IS A CAFE, BAR, BISTRO LOCATED AT TORQUAY HARBOURSIDE IN TORQUAY, DEVON, UK.
Situated in a prime location overlooking the marina, it offers indoor and outdoor seating. The Dock serves a wonderful selection of breakfast, bar snacks, lunch,…

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The Birdcage

Address

New Road, Brixham, Devon, TQ5 8LT

Telephone
01803 916742

info@birdcagebrixham.co.uk

Brixham

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

The Birdcage is a fantastic, town-centre pub in the beautiful harbourside town of Brixham, Devon.
Situated on the corner of New Road, the Birdcage is opposite Brixham Theatre and sits right at the heart of the local community.
Formerly known as…

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