The sun is shining and the temperature is rising, which means one thing - alfresco dining! Take a look at our outdoor dining guide for Exeter, from British classics, to italian-inspired grub, hearty pies, Vietnamese flavours and more - you're in for a real treat in our city!
The Ivy Exeter
Visit The Ivy Exeter and try their exquisite summer menu outside, with a view of our magnificent Exeter Cathedral!
The Turk's Head
Did you know? The Turk's Head has a cosy sun terrace! Sit back, relax with a local beer (brewed on site!) and a cheesy pizza.
Queen St Dining
Take a break from shopping at the Guildhall Shopping Centre and pop by Queen St Dining for a varied choice of restaurants, with a choice of outdoor dining:
- Pho
- Turtle Bay
- Comptoir Libanais
- Guildhall Street Food
- Brewdog
- Franco Manca
- The Botanist
Lloyd's Lounge
Dig into small bites, tapas, breakfasts and lunches at Lloyd's Lounge outside in the glorious Catherine Square. Don't forget to check out the cocktail menu!
Exe Restaurant
Enjoy fine dining, irresistible cocktails and holiday vibes in Exe Restaurant's glorious garden!
The Old Firehouse
Sit back, relax and enjoy one of The Old Firehouse's famous pizzas and a refreshing cider or ale in their charming courtyard!
Pho
Take a shopping break and treat yourself to the healthy, authentic Vietnamese dishes at Pho in the sunshine!
Eat on the Green
A full English, a cream tea or a freshly-made sandwich at Eat on the Green with a view of Exeter Cathedral - what could be better than this?
Princesshay Shopping Centre
At Princesshay there's plenty of choice when it comes to dining outdoors, take your pick:
- Nandos
- Slim Chickens
- Chandos Deli
- Lloyd's Lounge
- Wagamama
- Coffee #1
- Flamenca Spanish Tapas
On the Waterfront
Head down to the glorious Exeter quay and dine outside with a dustbin lid pizza from On The Waterfront in the sunshine - heaven!
Guildhall Street Food Market
Whether you fancy a burger, hot dog, or gyros - the Guildhall Street Food Market has it all! There is plenty of space to sit outdoors, within the theatrical space around St Pancras church.
Rockfish Exeter Quay
Enjoy the gorgeous views of Exeter canal as you taste fresh, locally-sourced seafood from Rockfish.
The Botanist
Sit back and relax within The Botanist's secret rooftop garden - expect live music, a DJ and hand-crafted cocktails!
Just outside of Exeter...
The Lamb Inn
A short drive from Exeter is The Lamb Inn, this friendly pub with a gorgeous garden offers scrumptious sharing platters, burgers, Sunday roasts and much more with plenty of veggie options!
Canonteign Falls
Once you've finished exploring Canonteign Falls you would have probably built up quite the appetite! You can find the Canonteign Kitchen back at the entrance, where homemade, locally-sourced dishes await. Check out our blog for what to expect!
The Ivy Exeter
Restaurant
Neighbouring the iconic Exeter Cathedral at 65-67 High Street, The Ivy Exeter offers sophisticated yet friendly all-day dining in the heart of Devon for locals and visitors alike.
The Ivy Exeter offers relaxed, sophisticated all-day dining to tourists, shoppers and locals alike. From modern British classics to Asian-inspired cuisine and fantastic vegan and vegetarian dishes, there’s something for everyone to love, seven days a week. The restaurant sits within easy reach of the Guildhall shopping Centre, Phoenix theatre and the Corn Exchange, making it the ideal venue for pre-show dining or post-shopping drinks.
The Turk’s Head
Pub/Inn
Located in the heart of the city centre next to the Guildhall is one of the region's oldest pubs and a favourite watering hole of Charles Dickens - or so we believe... Recently restored to its former glory, The Turk's Head is back with a bang and ready to showcase the 700+ year history.
Queen St Dining
Restaurant
From dawn ‘til dusk and to supper and beyond, Queen St Dining is the perfect location for Exeter’s food-loving residents and city visitors to sample the finest fare from local food heroes and unique cuisines in cool casual dining destinations
The Old Firehouse
British
Widely acknowledged to be one of Exeter’s best ale and cider pubs, The Old Firehouse is very popular with students and locals alike and offers a buzzy atmosphere along with a great range of food and drink at reasonable prices. Serving the famous square pizzas, large enough to share or enjoy the challenge as well as a fantastic Sunday Roast, with vegan and vegetarian options, there’s so much choice that no-one goes hungry!
Pho, Exeter
Asian
Pho is small and informal yet serves great value, deliciously healthy and authentically prepared Vietnamese food!
Queen St Dining
Restaurant
From dawn ‘til dusk and to supper and beyond, Queen St Dining is the perfect location for Exeter’s food-loving residents and city visitors to sample the finest fare from local food heroes and unique cuisines in cool casual dining destinations
The Guildhall Shopping Centre
Outdoor Market
Guildhall Shopping & Dining is Exeter City Centre's largest concentration of shops, eating destinations and leisure operators and even a medieval church, St Pancras Church. This quaint church in a most unlikely setting, makes Guildhall Shopping Centre the only Shopping Centre in the world to home a 12th Century Church at its heart! From fashion to food, axe throwing to spa treatments, everything you need can be found at Guildhall Shopping Centre.
Eat on the Green
Tea Room/Coffee Shop
Eat on the Green is an independent restaurant in the heart of Exeter, owned and managed by a team who are passionate about creating great food using local, free range produce bought directly from the farmers and brought to you with excellent table service. The restaurant is in a Sixteenth Century building overlooking Exeter’s historic Cathedral Green.
Princesshay
Vegan
Local cuisine and global flavours, there’s something on the menu for everyone at Princesshay. With an abundance of cafes and restaurants to choose from, you can treat yourself to stunning food and drink, views of Exeter Cathedral and the Roman wall.
Places to eat include Pop Kitchen, Wagamamas, Slim Chickens, Nandos, Yo!, Lloyds Lounge & Chandos.
On The Waterfront
Restaurant
Perched on the edge of the historic Exeter Quayside, we are housed on the ground floor of a magnificent 19th century warehouse. This building and many like it nearby served the booming woollen industry of the mid 19th century.
Rockfish Exeter
Seafood
At Rockfish seafood restaurant, diners can enjoy a memorable experience that celebrates local and sustainable seafood. The menu features beloved Rockfish classics and daily landings that's reflective of what's in season.
The Lamb Inn
Vegan
A real country pub with great food, open fires, beautiful gardens & large rooms that would put some 5* hotels to shame; at affordable rates.
Lloyd’s Lounge
Restaurant
Lloyd’s Lounge in modern café lounge bar. Open 7 days a week serving breakfast and lunch, Thursday Friday & Saturday evening we serving our small bites/tapas food menu as well as amazing cocktails, wine and spirits.
Exe Restaurant
Restaurant
An independent fine dining restaurant and cocktail bar. Creating culinary pleasure and carefully curated cocktails with the finest local and ethical produce.
Canonteign Falls
National Park
Canonteign Falls is a stunning natural attraction in the heart of Devon. Visit us for peaceful walks among the waterfalls and lakes and family fun in the gardens and playgrounds. Escape the crowds and experience the highest waterfall in Dartmoor National Park.
The Botanist Exeter
Restaurant
Explore a secret garden of food and drink, where our Botanists have foraged high and low to bring you a host of exceptional food and drink delights... sublime social times are guaranteed! Live Music, DJ handcrafted Cocktails Rooftop Terrace.