Food & Drink

Exeter has previously been voted one of the top places to eat out in the UK by Which Good Food Guide, and it's easy to see why. There is a huge choice of places to eat and drink, from small independents showcasing the best local Devon produce, to international cuisines from almost every corner of the world.

Exeter is also home to some unique food and drink experiences, such as the Quayside Distillery, where you can have fun creating your own concoction using their innovative distillation methods.

There are cafes and teashops in charming historic buildings, restaurants and bistros with great views and independent restaurants serving top quality Devon produce. Head to Princesshay or Queen St Dining for plenty of choice of eateries serving international cuisines.  

If you're eating on the go, there are delicatessens and markets offering seasonal local food - pick up a delicious pie or pasty from the Exeter Farmers Market every Thursday, or experience the vibrant colours and flavours of the daily Guildhall Street Food Market. 

Many of Exeter's pubs have been serving visitors and locals for hundreds of years - you can taste real ales and fine wines in the historic pubs around the Cathedral Yard and High Street, reputed to have once been frequented by Sir Francis Drake and Charles Dickens. There are also smart wine bars in the city, nestled amongst independent boutiques.

Topsham, just four miles from Exeter, also is a must for food lovers. From award winning portuguese bakers, to fish restaurants and a barbeque smokehouse - this town has it all!

Whatever the weather, whatever your taste, there's food for every occasion. The Exeter Food & Drink Trail celebrates these fantastic local producers, bringing them together on a map showcasing Exeter's food and drink offering.