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Restaurants

From harbourside seafood shacks to Michelin-starred dining rooms — a guide to the very best restaurants across the West Country.

Holm

Somerset

South Petherton

An acclaimed modern British restaurant featuring hyper-local produce, a stunning garden terrace, and a seasonal tasting menu.

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New Farm Restaurant

Somerset

Over Stratton

A family-run, welcoming restaurant known for locally sourced West Country meats and seasonal dishes.

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The Barrington Boar

Somerset

Barrington

Located just over 2 miles away, this beautifully refurbished pub offers elevated modern British food in a cosy, rustic setting.

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The Pig near Bath

Somerset

Pensford

Famous for its '25-mile menu,' serving fresh, homegrown, and locally sourced food in an elegant country house setting.

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The Seahorse

Devon

Dartmouth

A spectacular, multi-award-winning seafood restaurant located right on the River Dart estuary.

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The Newt in Somerset

Somerset

Bruton

A world-class destination estate near Bruton, combining extraordinary gardens, a spa, cyder cellars and a celebrated restaurant using produce grown on the estate's own farm.

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Briar at Number One

Somerset

Bruton

A warm, neighbourhood farm-to-table restaurant in an old ironmonger's shop, serving daily-changing seasonal small plates rooted in the West Country. Michelin Bib Gourmand 2025.

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Paul Ainsworth at No.6

Cornwall

Padstow

A Michelin-starred fine dining eatery showcasing the absolute best of Cornish ingredients.

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At the Chapel

Somerset

Bruton

An all-day restaurant with in-house artisan bakery and wine store, housed in a stunning Grade II listed 18th-century chapel. Modern British food with a Mediterranean twist, wood-fired pizzas and a beautiful south-facing terrace.

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The Lord Poulett Arms

Somerset

Hinton St George

A beautiful 17th-century thatched inn serving exceptional food in a quintessentially English village setting. One of Somerset's most beloved destination pubs.

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Kota

Cornwall

Porthleven

Chef Jude Kereama's celebrated fine dining restaurant in Porthleven, known for its outstanding tasting menu blending Cornish produce with Pacific Rim influences. A Michelin Bib Gourmand.

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Kota Kai

Cornwall

Porthleven

The sister restaurant to Kota, serving vibrant Asian-inspired small plates and incredible ramen in a relaxed harbourside setting. A Porthleven favourite.

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Gurnard's Head

Cornwall

Zennor

A beautifully remote coastal inn near Zennor serving exceptional food with a strong commitment to local produce. Well worth the drive for the food, the views and the warmth of the welcome.

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Lewinnick Lodge

Cornwall

Newquay

Dramatically perched on the cliffs above Newquay, Lewinnick Lodge offers stunning coastal views, outstanding seafood and rooms to stay the night. A truly special destination.

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The Fish House

Cornwall

Fistral, Newquay

A brilliant seafood restaurant right by Fistral Beach, known for its fresh-as-it-gets fish dishes and fantastic ocean views. Book well in advance.

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The Greenbank Hotel

Cornwall

Falmouth

A waterside institution in Falmouth, celebrated for its top-quality cooking and legendary desserts. Also home to The Working Boat gastropub next door.

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Platform Restaurant

Dorset

West Bay, Bridport

An award-winning, family-run restaurant set in two beautifully restored Victorian railway carriages in West Bay. Fresh local seafood, seasonal menus and a stunning coastal setting. Celebrated by Martin Clunes and Hugh Laurie. 2 AA Rosettes.

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Hive Beach Café

Dorset

Burton Bradstock

An award-winning seafood café right on Hive Beach, serving fresh locally-caught fish with breathtaking views across Lyme Bay and the Jurassic Coast. One of Dorset's most loved beachside dining spots.

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The Seafood Restaurant

Cornwall

Padstow

Rick Stein's legendary seafood restaurant in Padstow — the original destination dining experience that put Cornish seafood on the map. A must-visit for lovers of the finest fresh fish.

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