One of the key things if you're renting a self-catering cottage or apartment is the options for eating out. Ilfracombe, Combe Martin and Berrynarbor offer the holidaymaker a wealth of choice on this front. We've compiled a list of the best places to eat and drink in Ilfracombe, Combe Martin and Berrynarbor.
Restaurants
Terrace Tapas & Wine Bar, Ilfracombe - offers an tapas dishes and various seasonal specials in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere.
No. 11 The Quay, Ilfracombe - right on the habourside, this vibrant restaurant is owned by artist Damien Hirst and serves exquisite dishes made with local Devon produce whenever possible.
La Gendarmerie, Ilfracombe - a stylish modern brassiere in Ilfracombe's old Police Station. Serves great British food using fresh local produce.
Seventy One, Ilfracombe - has an excellent reputation for serving consistently food. Try their fish dishes in summer - amazing!
Ilfracombe Tandoori, Ilfracombe - Bangladeshi & Indian cuisine in modern bright surroundings.
The Mucky Duck, Manleigh Holiday Park, Combe Martin, Ilfracombe - family friendly bistro serving great home-cooked food. A favourite with the locals - so you know it's good!
We recommend that you always book a table in advance, especially in peak season when the restaurants are extremely popular.
Pubs & Wine Bars
The Royal Marine, Combe Martin - a welcoming Free House serving good pub grub overlooking Combe Martin Bay.
The Saw Mill, Berrynarbor - a converted saw mill serving food and drinks all week round in the summer and at weekends in the off-season. Locally famous for their 'All You Can Eat' nights!
Ye Olde Globe, Berrynarbor - in the heart of this picturesque village, this 'olde worlde' style pub offers a friendly place to eat and drink.
The Red Barn - in a prime location just off the main beach selling good beers. A popular family pub which serves food all day and has lots of live bands.
The Fortescue Arms - just up out of the village serving food for all tastes including a carvery.
Cafés
Ilfracombe has cafés in abundance, too many to mention. They are clustered around the centre of the town in the main high street, along the promenade and towards the harbour. Combe Martin similarly has lots of refreshment establishments, mostly situated around the beach end of the high street.
Takeaways
If you'd rather grab a takeaway and head back to your accommodation then Ilfracombe and Combe Martin have plenty of takeaways for you to choose from including pizza, Chinese, Indian, pasties, sandwiches, fish & chips and more.
Shops & Facilities
You are never far away from a shop. Ilfracombe has a large Tesco at the top of the town or a Somerfield and Co-Op in the town centre. The harbour and high street areas also have shops selling souvenir and clothing as well as banks, post offices, launderettes, greengrocers, butchers, bakers, hairdressers, newsagents and a cinema. Combe Martin has a smaller selection of grocery and tourist shops, whilst Berrynarbor has a well stocked village store.