FOOD & DRINK · ILFRACOMBE & NORTH DEVON
Where to eat.
A little local inspiration.
Start with my personal food choices below, followed by more well-reviewed places to try — from coffee and breakfast to fish & chips, a relaxed pub or a special evening out.
Enjoy exploring, and if you visit one of my favorites, say hi from me!
Lara
Venue, booking and review links open in a new tab (↗). Contact details checked in October 2026; please confirm arrangements directly.
Lara’s choices in Ilfracombe
A special meal
The Antidote
Fantastic restaurant for a special meal.
Address: 20 St James Place, Ilfracombe EX34 9BJ
Booking & enquiries: WhatsApp 07875 388588 to book — and say hi from Lara!
Breakfast, dinner & packed lunches · Fore Street, harbour end
Lucia’s Kitchen Pantry
Great coffee, breakfast and dinner, plus packed lunches to take away for your days out.
Address: 10–11 Fore Street, Ilfracombe EX34 9ED
Booking & enquiries: For enquiries, call 07970 547999 or email kate@lucias.uk.
Wine & vinyl · Fore Street, harbour end
Concept North Devon
Wine and vinyl on Fore Street, towards the harbour.
Address: Unit 6, The Candar, Fore Street, Ilfracombe EX34 9DS
Booking & enquiries: For booking enquiries, email info@conceptnorthdevon.uk.
Fore Street · harbour end
The Terrace Tapas & Wine Bar
Good food on Fore Street, towards the harbour.
Address: 62 Fore Street, Ilfracombe EX34 9ED
Booking & enquiries: Reserve online, or call 01271 863482.
Fish & chips · Ilfracombe Harbour
The Dolphin
Great fish & chips on Ilfracombe Harbour.
Address: 7 The Quay, Ilfracombe EX34 9EQ
Booking & enquiries: Advance bookings are accepted for groups of 10 or more only. Call 01271 879297 or use the website enquiry form.
Coffee & breakfast
Johnny C’s Bar & Bistro
One of my choices for coffee and breakfast.
Address: 17 High Street, Ilfracombe EX34 9DF
Booking & enquiries: Call 01271 269137 for booking and opening enquiries.
Coffee, food & harbour views
The Lime Kiln
Coffee, food and one of the best harbour views.
Address: Ilfracombe Watersports Centre, Marine Drive, Ilfracombe EX34 9FQ
Booking & enquiries: Reserve a table online; check current service times with the venue.
A local Ilfracombe pub
George & Dragon
A very old, local pub with a good vibe.
Address: 4–5 Fore Street, Ilfracombe EX34 9ED
Booking & enquiries: Call 01271 649993 for table and availability enquiries.
A little further afield
Country pub · Georgeham
The Kings Arms
Excellent country pub in Georgeham — well worth the drive.
Address: Chapel Street, Georgeham, Braunton EX33 1JJ
Booking & enquiries: Book online for up to 8 guests. For larger parties, call 01271 890240.
More well-reviewed places to try
A few more local options to explore, selected for their positive traveller reviews. These are additional suggestions alongside Lara’s personal favourites above.
Tripadvisor ratings shown below were checked in October 2026 and may change. Follow the review links for the latest feedback.
Italian · Wilder Road, Ilfracombe
Giovanni & Luca
Traditional Italian food, including pasta and pizza.
4.7/5 on Tripadvisor
Address: Searock Apartments, Wilder Road, Ilfracombe EX34 9AR
Booking & enquiries: Bookings are taken by telephone only: 01271 879394.
Bistro & cocktails · St James Place, Ilfracombe
Blacksands Kitchen, Bar and Garden
Local food, cocktails and a garden setting.
5.0/5 on Tripadvisor
Address: 3 St James Place, Ilfracombe EX34 9BH
Booking & enquiries: For bookings, call or message 07742 176526, or email blacksandsbistro@gmail.com.
Seafood café · 1 The Cove, Ilfracombe Harbour
S & P Fish Shop
Harbour-front seafood platters, salads and takeaway options.
4.6/5 on Tripadvisor
Address: 1 The Cove, Ilfracombe EX34 9FA
Booking & enquiries: Call 01271 865923 for café enquiries and seafood orders. The café is seasonal; check dates before visiting.
Cream teas & cakes · Hele, Ilfracombe
Hele Corn Mill & Tea Room
A working watermill and tearoom offering cream teas, sandwiches and homemade cakes.
4.8/5 on Tripadvisor
Address: Corn Mill Close, Hele, Ilfracombe EX34 9QY
Booking & enquiries: Call 01271 863185 or 07554 310176 for visiting and booking enquiries. Check seasonal opening before travelling.
Coffee & café food · High Street, Ilfracombe
Annie and the Flint
An independent café for coffee, cake and a casual bite.
4.5/5 on Tripadvisor
Address: 125–126 High Street, Ilfracombe EX34 9EY
Booking & enquiries: Call 07779 290616 for current opening and booking enquiries.
Restaurant & bar · Runnacleave Road, Ilfracombe
The Brasserie at The Carlton
A nearby option for a restaurant meal at The Carlton.
4.9/5 on Tripadvisor
Address: Runnacleave Road, Ilfracombe EX34 8AR
Booking & enquiries: Book through the hotel website, call 01271 862446 or email dine@ilfracombecarlton.co.uk.
Country pub · East Down
Pyne Arms
A countryside pub for a meal out beyond Ilfracombe.
4.8/5 on Tripadvisor
Address: East Down, Barnstaple EX31 4LX
Booking & enquiries: Book through the website or call 01271 850055.
Please check opening times, menus and availability directly with each venue. If you have dietary requirements, contact the venue before visiting.
Make yourself at home in Ilfracombe
Enjoy local food during your stay, with your own self-catering kitchen to return to.