Maiden Arch By Robert Bryant

New Inn Public House

➤ Goodleigh Road, Barnstaple I-EX32 7LX, United Kingdom

Piatti • Pub • Vegan • British • Vegetarian

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"We had a fantastic dining experience from the moment we arrived. Justin greeted us warmly and made us feel right at home. The wine and beer selection was impressive, and he took the time to explain the handwritten menu in detail. Everything is homemade, making it hard to choose from all the delicious options. The dessert menu was just as delightful; my husband loved the sticky toffee apple crumble. I enjoyed a refreshing lemon posset paired with a buttery homemade shortbread biscuit. We only wish we lived closer, as this would definitely be our go-to place for dining. Parking is available at the back of the Inn."

Lush Bar Restaurant

➤ 54 Boutport Street, EX31 1RP, North Devon, United Kingdom

Piatti • Bar • Fish • Steak • Coffee

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"Again an amazing visit. Right from the gentleman who welcomed us to completing our meal. The 2 ladies waiting on were so lovely not making us feel rushed or insignificant. They chatted freely and made us feel so welcome. The kitchen was a pleasure to..."

The Castle Inn

➤ Blakeshill Road, EX32 0LS, North Devon, United Kingdom

Piatti • Steak • Grill • Coffee • British

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"I struggle to understand how this place is the 4th best rated restaurant in the Barnstaple area, as based on my visit it is mediocre at best. My feelings are coloured partly by the service which was outwardly friendly but overall fairly average and also by some oddly long wait times. As to the food, it was certainly acceptable , but the pricing is at a level that could best be described as grasping relative to what is offered. Perhaps the Castle Inn will argue their burgers are made in house, but their overly minced texture is far more representative of mass produced or frozen patties. At £16.50 the value of that is questionable despite an abundance of (relatively over cooked) chips. The fish and chips were so-so, the Mac Cheese the relative stand out. And then there is the white bait... five individual white bait on a few undressed salad leaves for £7.75 is a value proposition I would struggle with in a pub paying London rents, let alone out here. Perhaps there are limited options in this area hence the high rating ... but I have a doubt that is the case. Overall I would visit again to sup a pint in the gorgeous public bar, but I couldn 't recommend eating here."

Fullam Chinese

➤ 18 Tuly St, EX31 1DH, North Devon, United Kingdom

Piatti • Asian • Vegan • Chinese • Vegetarian

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"Very disappointed with a visit here for my 60th Birthday. We have been coming to the restaurant for the past 20 years and we have always had great food great service good value. I'm not sure if it is under new ownership but the menu has changed which in itself is fine. The menus on the table were plastic and sticky not a good start. We were sat next to the toilet even though we booked the first server was surly to say the least. Considering our table was for 5.30 surely there was no need to seat us there. The choice of food was disappointing there used to be a banquet meal which was great value but that has gone now. All in all not what i expected for what was a significant birthday treat. I could have spent that £100 and enjoyed the food elsewhere"

Bull Bear

➤ Mermaid Walk, EX31 1RH, North Devon, United Kingdom

Piatti • Pub • Pizza • Pasta • American

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"Unfortunately, our experience at this restaurant was disappointing. Despite there being only three other tables occupied and several staff members, it took an hour from the time we sat down at 4:45 to receive our food. The wait between ordering drinks and food was about 30 minutes. Initially, we were told that a topping for my burger was not available and would be substituted, but then we were informed that there were no frickles either. It was frustrating to hear that they had run out of these items when they have access to suppliers and supermarkets nearby. When our burgers finally arrived, my plate was excessively greasy with fingerprints all over it. The burgers were dry and overcooked, to the point where even the kids couldn't eat their cheeseburgers as they were too tough. However, our dogs seemed to enjoy them when we brought them home. It is a real shame, as we were hoping to discover a great burger restaurant in North Devon. I mentioned my disappointment to the waitress as we left, and she agreed that the wait was unacceptable. Despite the issues with the food, the staff were friendly. It seems that a high volume of deliveries from services like Deliveroo and Uber Eats may have been keeping them occupied."