Where to Eat in Plymouth:

 

We hope to use this page to bring you ideas on where to eat  in Plymouth & surrounding areas (a subject close to our hearts!) It is intended as a personal review, we do not have any arrangements with the proprietors, we just think if its worth going too its worth letting others know. We hope you'll support us in our quest and add to our reviews.

 

Please let the owners know you found your recommendation here, we appreciate feedback from them as well.

 

Menu's (where available) are the latest we have been able to obtain (always with the permission of the owners/staff) date published is shown in the table.

Plymouth

 

 

Outside Plymouth:

 

 

 

 

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Updated: Sunday, March 5, 2006

 

To locate your type of restaurant quickly, Please use the menu on the left:

 

ITALIAN

Zuccas!

(01752) 224225

Every Day 11 till 11

Designed by Edmond Davari & run by his sister - a major contribution to restaurants in Plymouth. On the ground floor of Discovery Wharf overlooking Barbican Marina, this really is a treat. Beautiful surroundings, excellent food, friendly staff  and value for money. A 'must try' for any occasion. Booking is advised at the weekends. See you there !  (No Smoking)
Discovery Wharf,

North Quay,

Plymouth.  

PL4 0RB

Menus:   Lunchtime  Evening  Wine (10/02)

Site: www.havanagoodtime.co.uk

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ITALIAN

Trattoria Pescattore

(01752) 600201

  Fresh fish from the Barbican and the very best of receptions from the owners, make this a fine Plymouth seafood restaurant
36, Admiralty Street, Stonehouse, Plymouth, PL1 3RU  
 

 

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Speciality

Cobblers

(01752) 402233

  Fantastic setting on Mountbatten Pier overlooking Plymouth Sound. Excellent lunch & evening meals with careful presentation & friendly service. (Note: no children)

 

Booking advised on Sundays. Parking can be a problem during the summer, bus from town or water taxi from the Barbican is probably a better option.

Mountbatten Pier, Mountbatten, Plymouth.

 

 

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Speciality

Cuisine Spontinee

(01752) 673757

  The menu shows the different types of styles they cook your choice of ingredients be it French, Chinese, Thai, Indian, etc etc.

 

Choose your meat (if you want any), and vegetables, then take it to the chefs at the counter who cook it in the style you choose.

 

You can go back as many times as you like, they even do 'bring your own' wine with £2 per bottle corkage.

Century Quay, Sutton Harbour
Plymouth Devon
PL4 0DW

 

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Speciality

Bistro Bene

(01752) 254879

 

Good fish menu, large specials board and a comfortable atmosphere close to the Barbican.

 

Plenty of recent recommendations from friends (April 04)

Dolphin House, Sutton Harbour, Plymouth, PL4 0DW

 

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Speciality

Chandlers Bar & Bistro

(01752) 257772

 

Excellent views over Plymouth Sound and Mountbatten give this bar & bistro an edge over other locations in Plymouth. The friendly staff, excellent food and warm surroundings make this the ideal place for either a quiet lunch or an evening meal. Within easy walking distance of both the Barbican and Warner Village its an ideal place to unwind. For those mooring at the marina, broadband wireless access is available. Ask at the bar.

Marine Building, Queen Annes Battery, Plymouth

PL4 0LP

Menu available on the website

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Speciality

Bistro One

(01752) 313315

 

An excellent new bistro from Steven Barrett located in an up and coming section of Plymouth close to the shops.

 

Daily fish, seafood and shellfish specials and a wide range of excellent wines in an informal relaxed setting with a really friendly atmosphere.

 

Seating for about 30 so probably best to book in advance at weekends.

68 Ebrington Street
Charles Cross
Plymouth Devon
PL4 9AQ

Menu available on the website

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Speciality

The Showbar

(01752) 201523

  Beautifully redesigned with new menu & lots of character,  Edmond Davari's latest Plymouth restaurant has lots to offer. Excellent food, friendly staff and varied menu make this an excellent place for post theatre dining or just somewhere to eat after work.

 

Mid week try before 9.30 on theatre nights to avoid disappointment.

Princess Street, Plymouth PL1 2EX  
 

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Japanese

Yukisan

(01752) 250240

Mon-Sun 11:30am till 11pm

An absolute gem, the first and only Japanese restaurant in Plymouth is beautifully set out with a relatively inexpensive menu by Japanese restaurant standards.

Excellent food & friendly, highly efficient service this one is recommended for all those who always wanted to try Japanese cuisine but were afraid to ask or those who have tried & love the food!.


Upstairs you can sample the authentic Japanese Room with low level tables (ask when booking), downstairs standard western seating.

51, Notte Street, The Barbican, Plymouth.

PL1 2AG

 

www.yukisan.com

Menu: Feb 2005

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Thai

Thai Palace

(01752) 255770

Mon-Sat 6pm till late

Exquisite Thai cuisine with perfect service & friendly hosts, this is one not to miss. Recommend you try it all !! Booking advised.

 

Take Away available

3, Elliot St, The Hoe, Plymouth, PL1 2PP  

www.thaipalace.co.uk

Menu: Web site

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Chinese

Ocean Palace

(01752) 660170

7 Days a week

Friendly service away from the tourist traps. Excellent food with varied chef's selections. Good value.

 

Take Away available

30A Western Approach, City Centre, Plymouth, PL1 1TQ  
 

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Mix

Bigwigs

(01752) 661263

Wine bar close to city centre & the Barbican.

 

Excellent range of  meals in quiet friendly surroundings. Often missed by visitors to town as it is hidden behind the Magistrates Court between town and the Barbican, it  is none the less well worth a visit.

 

Under new management since January 2004 , the manager & staff will make you very welcome.

 

15, St Andrews Street, Plymouth PL1 2AX
 

Menus: (17/04/04)     Lunch/Evening

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Take Away

The Spice Merchants

01752) 600424 / 260919

7 Days 5-12pm

Excellent, reliable Indian take away with free delivery within 4 miles. Allow an hour for delivery in most cases but worth the wait all the same !.
77, Hyde Park Road, Plymouth, PL3 4JN  
 

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Take Away

Stadium Fish Bar

(01752) 771021

 

Excellent fresh fish & chips with friendly and highly efficient, cheerful service. Good choice, freshly cooked.

 

10% discount for Plymcard holders.

303 Ham Drive, Plymouth  
 

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Outside Plymouth:

Torquay

 

Speciality

No. 7

(01803) 295055

  Excellent, extremely friendly fish bistro on Torquay sea front towards the Imperial Hotel. Extensive range of fresh fish & shellfish dishes from a family run restaurant. This is a real gem.
Beacon Terrace, Torquay

Site: www.no7-fish.com

Menu available from the site

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Rock

 

Speciality

The Black Pig

01208 862622

 

Our first visit was for a birthday meal, our next another birthday a few weeks later, the food, presentation, reception and quality made a return visit inevitable.

Menus & wine list are available to download from the site, as are directions and ferry/water taxi times from Padstow. Definitely one not to be missed !

First Michelin Star this season, more to follow no doubt!.

Rock Road, Rock, Cornwall. PL27 6JS

Site: www.blackpigrestaurant.co.uk

Dinner:  Tue - Sat  7pm - 9pm

Lunch: Thu, Fri, Sat  12:30 - 2pm

See web site for seasonal variations

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Speciality

The Mariners

(01208) 862312

(01208) 863679

Restaurant:

 7pm - 9:00pm (Summer)

7pm - 8:45pm (Winter)

"The comfortable Mariners Bar & Restaurant situated on the quay side in Rock, Cornwall. With terraces enjoying spectacular views across the Camel Estuary, the restaurant offers a contemporary menu accompanied with fine wines. The bar, with its lively friendly service, delivers the atmosphere it has become famous for." - couldn't describe it better if I tried.
 

Mariners Lettings provide the perfect excuse to make a weekend of it, see the web site for more details.

Slipway, Rock, Nr Wadebridge, Cornwall

Site: www.marinersrock.com

Menu: Restaurant  (12/05/04)

Bar (12/05/04)

Tapas (12/05/04)

Wine (12/05/04)

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