Lilico’s, Barnstaple

Tapas in Barnstaple If you are looking for a good place to eat in central Barnstaple, right by the Clock Tower is Lilico’s. It is a Tapas bar, and although it has many seats, it has a warm, welcoming feel to it. When you enter Lilico’s you are greeted by a huge long bar, with […]

Fremington Quay Cafe, Fremington

I’m a big fan of Fremington Quay Cafe, Fremington, (click here for its website) and judging by how busy it was last week, so is half of North Devon! Situated on the Tarka Trail between Bideford and Barnstaple, Fremington Quay is a must stop for locals and tourists alike. The views are stunning. There are […]

Barricane Beach Cafe, Woolacombe

I have heard so many good stories about the home made Sri Lankan curry at The Barricane Beach Cafe, Woolacombe (click here for its Facebook page), that it became almost number one on my bucket list! Finally, whilst our fussy daughter was in rehearsals in the summer, we drove over to Woolacombe to try the […]

The Coffee Cabin, Appledore

What can we say about The Coffee Cabin, Appledore (click here for its Facebook page) – a little gem of a place. The coffee is superb! Voted in 2014 as one of the top restaurants to eat under £20 in The Sunday Times Top Restaurant list it truly deserves the award. The staff are friendly […]

Tea on the Green, Westward Ho!

Certainly one of the jewels in North Devon’s crown is The Tea on the Green, Westward Ho! – click the link for its website The Tea on the Green – and it is a must for all visitors. Locals queue outside waiting for them to open the doors in the morning. We’re real coffee snobs […]