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The Glorious Oyster
93/100 (1969 ratings)
Quick Bites
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Seafood
Vegetarian Friendly
British
Street Food
British
Street Food
Seafood
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Lunch
Brunch
Seafood Curry
Oyster
Tom yum soup
fish finger sandwich
Mussels Marinara
Mussels
Crab Thermidor
Shellfish
Crab Platter
Hummus Flatbread
Skate Cheeks
Sandwiches
Maldon Oysters
Curry
Burger
Vietnamese Fish Soup & Mussels in Cider
Cullen Skink and a Fish Finger Sandwich
Fish Finger Salad with Dressed Salad Potatoes
Dressed Crab Fish Finger Sandwich with a Side Salad of Cockles
Lobster
Club Sandwich
crab sandwich
Salad
Pastel de Nata
Cakes
Oysters Rockefeller
Rose Wine
Crab
Fish
Oysters on the Half Shell
Scallops
Coffee
Fast food
British
Street Food
Seafood
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Highchairs Available
Takeout
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Brunch
Lunch
Mid-range
"A fantastic place to eat. The food was delicious. We had oysters, mussels, the curry and a fish finger sandwich. The oysters and mussels were very..."
DJ Fidget
"If you visit Instow you MUST visit the Glorious Oyster, visited a few times now and loved it every time. Oysters are huge and fresh as can be. Crab..."
Amanda Gardner
"Feels like we were in a tropical place. Amazing staff and oysters to die for. Really good rose too. Fabulous job..."
Haden Jonah Rowling-Sami
"A small fish shack oasis tucked round the corner of Instow that honestly serves the best meals in the area. On top of that the service was extremely..."
John Nix
"Had lunch here with the family, lovely Crab Sandwich (£12), relaxed and friendly vibe. The location is best on a sunny day when you can forget you..."
Greg Smith
"Lovely staff, very dog friendly with lots of water bowls and dog treats! Lots of home baked goodies. Delicious fresh food!! Highly..."
Alice Roberts
"Absolutely delightful spot that we stopped off at after a long cycle ride. Terrific coffee and alcohol selection, but the star of the show was the..."
Sean Thomas
"Came here for lunch and ordered a crab sandwich and some oysters. Easily one of the best-tasting oysters I've ever had. Everything tasted fresh! Wish..."
Justine Laure
"Amazing 🤩.. Crab so fresh and worth every penny.. everything locally supplied great menu.. beer & wine served chilled atmosphere..."
Gary Mason
"As it says in the name of the bar, Glorious! I ordered the dressed crab with salad, really fresh tasting crab and salad, highly recommended..."
Tim Sarfas
"Great place for a snack, it does get busy especially when it’s a nice day as it’s outside eating near the beach. The car park is free next to the..."
Paul “Clayman”
"Tunes on the Dunes, organised by Glourious Oyster. Two gorgeous evenings out linking up, dancing or chilling was fab.. Come and meet some lovely folk..."
Sue Smith
"Lovely place for a bite to eat near the beach, perfect for sea good lovers. Relaxed atmosphere. Resonable prices for quality food and friendly..."
Not so Plain
"This is the BEST place. I can’t believe I haven’t been before. Lived in the area as a child and back all the time but had never got this far..."
Rich Wilson
"This was sourced by my younger sister, who found an absolute gem. For mid October, the weather was AMAZING and only added to our experience. The..."
Charlie
"Loved it. We only had time for coffee and cake as the weather was changing. Victoria sponge to die for...was delicious. The menu looked great and..."
Allie Rodgers
"Love oysters do had to go... Took away a dozen unshucked ones and had em for me tea. They kindly gave me a selection of sauces and a lemon..."
Abboman
"A very cute little cafe. Selling locally produced and perfectly cooked food, and with a very chilled vibe. Plenty of outdoor seating and a very..."
Dave Roderick
The Quay Inn
88/100 (898 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Bar
Pub
British
Vegan Options
British
Bar
Pub
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Brunch
Salad
Shore Break Ale
Sunday roast
Beer
Crab
Ham and Cheese Sandwich and Vegetable Crisps
Scrambled eggs
Mussels
Beef Madras & Steak and Ale Pie
gin
Salmon
Cider
Scotch egg
Fish & Chips
Fish & chips
Sandwiches
Burger
Coffee Cake
Sticky Toffee Pudding
San Miguel
Cakes
Beef
Mozzarella Panini
Fish
Vegetable Thai Curry
Pork
Fish and Chips
Butter
Bread Pudding
english breakfast
Bar
Pub
British
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Dog Friendly
Outdoor Seating
Television
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Reservations
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Brunch
Lunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Mid-range
"We loved this place, the atmosphere was relaxing and the staff were truly great, friendly and accommodating 👍. It isn't a huge place, so we phoned..."
patricia ward
"Fitted us in for a Sunday roast at short notice, food nice, could have been a little bigger portion possibly? Friendly staff and nice..."
Derek Gibson
"Lovely pub and had a great full English maybe some black pudding as well but me wanting a xtra lol..."
Diane Brodie-farmer
"After a 8km walk from home this was our oasis in the desert! Friendly barman, excellent food. Just wish we could have stayed longer, but had to walk..."
Neil Williams
"Excellent lunch service. Really enjoyed the food and drinks. The two little resident terriers stole my heart (they love a little doggy treat too)!..."
Jackie Orton
"Tea is always good, as are the Belgium buns and the bacon rolls. Great place for breakfast before the shops..."
Charles Kitchen
"Always good food with a lovely friendly atmosphere thanks to Steve and his partner. Best Sunday lunch in..."
K22 MDL
"Very nice place. Nice food. Toilets available inside. A much bigger restaurant is at the rear of the building. Great views from outside..."
Harvey Room
"A great little traditional pub on the front of Instow good views down the river torridge towards..."
Stephen Skeet
"Really nice pub with a good selection of drinks. Very friendly staff giving a warm..."
Colin Finch
"AMAZING Lovely Friendly Service . Local fresh fish on the menu Appledore mussels we're wonderful all the meals we're Lovely can't fault it ...."
Zara Brown
"Lovely friendly pub, and the food is absolutely delicious! We had whitebait, garlic prawns and garlic mushrooms as a lunchtime meal to share, and..."
Sarah Russell
"Good well cooked pub food. Busy downstairs bar area and restaurant upstairs. Good views of the estuary. We had a crab linguine and Thai curry from..."
Chris Mason
"Nice pub, great views, friendly..."
Cool Plumb
"Dog friendly.. Absolutely lovely food very good prices. Clean and very friendly staff nothings too much trouble. Justry try the sandwiches they are..."
NINA Dessypris
"Nice proper pub good prices, love the otter lager. Worth a visit...."
Keith Stannard
"Good selection of lagers and nice chairs out the front to gaze over the..."
Jason Moore
"Lovely pub and fantastic Sunday..."
Janet Lucas
"Great fish and chips sitting outside with a nice..."
Danny Bowers
Instow Arms
86/100 (5541 ratings)
Restaurants
Pub
British
British
Gluten Free Options
Bar
Pub
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Bar
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
After-hours
Breakfast
Brunch
Fajitas
Nachos
Pasta
Fish & chips
Salad
Toasts
Wings
Roast Beef
Chili
Lasagne
Mussels
Tagliatelle
Salmon
Paella
Burger
Halloumi
Pork
Cakes
Fish & Chips
Lamb
Cod
Beef
Pesto
Curry
Fish
Prawns
Sit down
Bar
Pub
British
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Dog Friendly
Outdoor Seating
Waterfront
Reservations
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Brunch
After-hours
Mid-range
"After a day of hiking, Instow Arms beckoned to us as an oasis on our way back. Even though the pub was full, we were offered a snug spot near the..."
Fridtjof Stein
"Off-chance lunch, very nice place, food delicious and arrived quickly, piping hot too. Dog..."
Alison Pearce
"Excellent all around. There's sturdy covered outside seating for all year around, plenty of dog bowls, fast service, polite and knowledgeable staff,..."
John Nix
"One of the best places in the around, staff are always welcoming and friendly no matter how busy they are. Food is excellent and very fresh. I always..."
Olé Minns
"Even though it was very busy, sitting outside gave you the feeling of having plenty of space to yourselves. We had a group of 12 with us, and the..."
Steve Tucker
"Although initially I thought the prices were higher the enormous portions of lovely food more than justify it. We all left very happy and..."
Katy Wilson
"This place is fabulous! Situated right on the beach, but with shelter from the glass around the patio area, you don't get blown to bits, but if you..."
Allison Sibbick
"We stayed just outside Instow last week, visiting the Instow Arms twice. Day 1 was after a decent dog run up and down the beach, sufficient to order..."
Steven Jackson
"Great food and fantastic service, very pleasant way to spend a Sunday afternoon. Also fabulous..."
Paula Pinkney
"This is a great pub, very popular with locals like myself and tourists alike. Even on a busy night, you can always find a table outside, loads of..."
Laura Twomey
"Brilliant experience from the second we stepped through the doors. Waitresses very quick and service very speedy. Food amzing DO NOT miss the huge..."
Rose Haldane
"Pre Christmas meal. Can't fault it. Generous portions and well cooked. Wellington from the specials menu was very good value compared to London, as..."
brian duncan
"This place was amazing to spend the last day of our holidays! I had the BBQ pork ribs and it was the best thing I’ve ever eaten. The portion size..."
Oliver Bracebridge-Henderson
"Great friendly pub very good choice of food & drink excellent service recommended to anyone wanting a great meal This pub is dog friendly so take..."
Paul Jevon
"Friendly informal pub/restaurant with excellent food, overlooking the beach and estuary. The Korean BBQ wings are unbelievably good, and all of the..."
Ian W
"Nice pub, good food, holiday prices. Staff really friendly and service was amazingly fast. Lovely views of the dunes from the front. If it’s rainy..."
richard law
"Sunday lunch was fantastic, very generous portions, service and location was fabulous with views across the water as we ate. We will..."
Claire Pointon
"So tasty, friendly and attentive staff, huge portion sizes. Recommend..."
Christine McHardy
"Visited here after a recommendation whilst on holiday. Great atmosphere with cracking views across the estuary....food was good. Massive portions..!..."
Paul Bayliss
Marine Restaurant
85/100 (30 ratings)
Restaurants
British
British
Dinner
Lunch
Sit down
British
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Lunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"My family and I had lunch at The Boathouse Inn whilst on holiday in the area. We all agreed it was out favourite place to eat, as the food was..."
Lydia Goodfield
"Recommend the seafood platter was amazing. Visited twice and both times staff have been attentive and the view is beautiful. Absolutely lovely dining..."
Amanda Gardner
"We had such a wonderful Saturday lunch here. The weather was looking like rain and we'd booked on the deck without cover. They were kind enough to..."
Ali Akhtar
"Always a pleasure to come back here. The food is always beautifully prepared and full of flavour, the service warm and friendly!..."
Mark Wardle
"Came here for our Anniversary Meal. The food was amazing. We sat out on the balcony overlooking the water. As the sun set, we enjoyed the beautiful..."
Richard Scrimshaw-Edwards
"We had three visits during our stay in Instow, two for dining. Fantastic atmosphere (sitting looking out to the sea in the open space upstairs if..."
Debbie W
"If you're looking for a beautiful spot to enjoy a meal, The Boathouse in Instow is definitely worth a visit. The building is beautiful and the view..."
Benjamin OBrien
"Second time we've been here. First time was because they support a charity I help fundraising for in Something to Look Forward To, second time..."
Gwyn Lloyd
"Have always enjoyed everything about this place over the years, and coming back this time was no different We’d enjoyed a Memorial and Celebration..."
Dave Coxon
"We visited the boathouse twice during our visit to devon. The first was a sunday roast on our arrival day as it was reccomended by a family member -..."
Elizabeth Jarvis
The Boathouse, Beach Bar And Restaurant
82/100 (2288 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
British
Bar
Seafood
Seafood
British
Gluten Free Options
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Breaded Whitebalt with Tartare Sauce
Pasta
Boathouse Beef Burger
Salad
Fish & chips
Bass
Cheesecakes
Crab
Hake
Scallops
Papaya Salad
Tempura
Duck
IPA
Skate Wing
Mussels
Burger
Fish of the Day
Cakes
Salmon
Sea Bass
Roast Chicken
Lamb
seafood platter
Lemon Tart
Pesto
Wine
Beef
Fish and Chips
Fish
Cheesecake
Beer
Roast Beef
Pork
Fish & Chips
Cheese burger
Curry Mussels
Cappuccino
Cod
Seafood linguine
Cider
Lobster
King Prawn and Crab Linguine
Curry
Cauliflower Main
Prawns
Sit down
British
Bar
Seafood
Waterfront
Beach
Table Service
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Highchairs Available
Digital Payments
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Non-smoking restaurants
Drinks
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"My family and I had lunch at The Boathouse Inn whilst on holiday in the area. We all agreed it was out favourite place to eat, as the food was..."
Lydia Goodfield
"Recommend the seafood platter was amazing. Visited twice and both times staff have been attentive and the view is beautiful. Absolutely lovely dining..."
Amanda Gardner
"We had such a wonderful Saturday lunch here. The weather was looking like rain and we'd booked on the deck without cover. They were kind enough to..."
Ali Akhtar
"Always a pleasure to come back here. The food is always beautifully prepared and full of flavour, the service warm and friendly!..."
Mark Wardle
"Came here for our Anniversary Meal. The food was amazing. We sat out on the balcony overlooking the water. As the sun set, we enjoyed the beautiful..."
Richard Scrimshaw-Edwards
"We had three visits during our stay in Instow, two for dining. Fantastic atmosphere (sitting looking out to the sea in the open space upstairs if..."
Debbie W
"If you're looking for a beautiful spot to enjoy a meal, The Boathouse in Instow is definitely worth a visit. The building is beautiful and the view..."
Benjamin OBrien
"Second time we've been here. First time was because they support a charity I help fundraising for in Something to Look Forward To, second time..."
Gwyn Lloyd
"Have always enjoyed everything about this place over the years, and coming back this time was no different We’d enjoyed a Memorial and Celebration..."
Dave Coxon
"We visited the boathouse twice during our visit to devon. The first was a sunday roast on our arrival day as it was reccomended by a family member -..."
Elizabeth Jarvis
Johns Of Instow
79/100 (1956 ratings)
Restaurants
Dessert
British
Vegan Options
British
Cafe
Deli
Vegetarian Friendly
Deli
Gluten Free Options
Cafe
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Breakfast
Lunch
Brunch
Toasts
Sandwiches
Baguette
Ice Cream
Quiche
Meringue
Salad
Cakes
Crab
Fish
Pork
Sit down
British
Deli
Café
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Dog Friendly
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Takeout
Highchairs Available
Accepts Mastercard
Free Wifi
Accepts Visa
Accepts Credit Cards
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Mid-range
"Had lunch with wife here today. Staff very welcoming..Gorgeous Grey and Breezy Breakfast tea very nice. Had a Full West Country Breakfast and wife..."
Robert Neal
"Absolutely Amazing Toastie, my wife & I bought some fish from Devon & Cornwall fish Co and my wife made a remark about needing some nice bread to go..."
Neil Bayley
"A fabulous evening all round. A great bunch of people, Lauren was a wonderful host and Clare a superb, patient artist. We were both so happy with our..."
Ieanette Clark
"A dog friendly cafe where we decided to have breakfast as it started pouring with rain. We came in the dog entry door and we’re sat down with..."
Megan Sawbridge
"Delightful food in the cafe, very reasonably priced considering the exceptional..."
Gordon Plant
"Staff took an absolute age to come to the table to take our order. I had to go to them in the end, at one point 4 staff standing around watching one..."
Aston Gooding
"Amazing luxury deli and great attached dog friendly cafe. Always come here for coffee when we're in the area. Usually a few vegan cake things to..."
Shaun B
"Great time at the Sip’n’paint evening, very relaxed and rewarding. I think I’ve found a new hobby. Thank you to Charlotte and the lady from..."
Sharon Perkins
"I thoroughly enjoyed the Sip and Paint workshop at Johns with Clare Willcocks. The tuition was expert, friendly and supportive. The gin and canapés..."
Helen Wade
"A must if you’re visiting Instow. Charming cafe and deli overlooking the estuary and Instow beach. Comes as no surprise that they’ve won national..."
james doel
"Visited today, a bank holiday and it was quite busy. Ordered a cream tea which was lovely once it arrived however things do seem a bit disjointed...."
Gillian Entwistle
"Although a bit pricey, being in a Devon tourist hot spot, excellent quality and friendly..."
Patrick Houtermans
"John’s on the Pier is a welcome addition to Instow. Friendly, helpful staff on hand to welcome you & the breakfast sandwich was heaven! A little..."
Judi Coppel
"Lovely visit today on a nice sunny day at the end of September. Nice buzz about the place, happy chatty staff. Many thanks to Katie who was just..."
Karen James
"We had a wonderful lunch today! All the servers were very friendly and kind to us and our children. Morgan, our main server, was helpful and very..."
Abigail Milton