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Restaurants in the English Riviera

We’ve got restaurants in Torbay 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.

In Torquay Abbey Sands on the seafront in Torquay. Fast becoming Torquay’s latest foodie hotspot. Here you will find great independent restaurants including On the Rocks 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 the newly opened Curious Kitchen and Rockfish Brixham alongside long-standing favourites including Beamers and Poop Deck.

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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Three Degrees West Torquay

Torquay

Three Degrees West, Oddicombe Beach
A fantastic bar and bistro with spectacular views across the bay - you could be anywhere! This incredible venue is a huge hit with locals and holidaymakers alike. It's the talk of the town!
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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1258 reviews
Cary Arms & Spa Restaurant

Torquay

At Cary Arms, we serve gastro food cooked simply. The watchwords in the kitchen are freshness and seasonality, underpinned by a deep-rooted respect for the surrounding waters and land. The menus specials board changes daily reflecting Devon coast...
The Elephant Restaurant

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.

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1125 reviews
Guardhouse Cafe, Berry Head, Brixham

Brixham

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...
Hanburys Fish Restaurant Torquay

Torquay

Award winning Hanburys came third in 'The UK's Best Fish and Chip Award'. Hanburys fish and chips restaurant and take away is situated in Babbacombe, Torquay.

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1736 reviews
Cantina Kitchen and Bar Paignton

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...
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
Las Iguanas Torquay

Torbay Road, Torquay

Las Iguanas brings sizzling heat and Brazilian beats to the Riviera. Located in Torquay’s new dining quarter, Abbey Sands, Las Iguanas offers an authentic taste of Latin American food, drink and music in a bright and vibrant space.
Gurkha's Diner Paignton

Paignton

Nepalese cuisine as it should be!
Finest, Freshest, Mouthwatering and delicious
We are not just an ordinary Nepalese or Indian restaurant.
Below Decks Torquay

Torquay

Locally sourced, fresh and handmade produce. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, 7 days a week from 8am until sundown.
Our specials boards are updated daily, listing our locally sourced chefs choices, along side our signature mussels dishes.
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.
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...
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...
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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Bistrot Pierre

Torquay

Bistrot Pierre’s ‘raison d’être’ 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...

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2250 reviews
Quo Vadis Paignton

Paignton

Welcome to the Quo Vadis website.
Our Italian restaurant is located in the heart of Torbay, in the delightful seaside town of Paignton in Devon.
Our menu has been created using dishes that carry a classic memory, mainly from the sixties and...
Tides Restaurant Brixham

Brixham

Tides is located on the harbour-side in Brixham and offers a varied selection of food and drink options ranging from takeaway sandwiches at lunchtimes to fabulous fresh fish dishes in the evenings.
The Wighton Torquay

Torquay

The Wighton is a Marston's rotisserie pub restaurant near Torquay. It is named after one of the last Watson class sailing lifeboats to be stationed in the Torquay RNLI station, serving Torquay from 1902 until the station was closed in 1923. Ideally...
The Old Market House Brixham

Brixham

Overlooking Brixham harbour and operating on two floors our restaurant offers fresh, locally sourced food from the South West accompanied by great award winning beer and fine wines. we look forward to welcoming you...

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