The Lighter Inn

The Quay - Topsham
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·£10–20 Bar British
Menu The Lighter Inn
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3.7/5
1493 recommendations

What makes this place special

Has fireplace
Has great beer selection
Serves great coffee
Serves great dessert
Has great tea selection
Has great wine list
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner

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🌳 Outdoor seating 🍽️ Dine-in 🚚 Delivery 🥡 Takeout 🍺 Alcohol 🍹 Cocktails 🍷 Wine 📅 Reservations Wheelchair accessible Accessible restroom 😊 Casual 🛋️ Cozy 👥 Good for groups

💬 What people say

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Contact Information

📞 Phone: +44 1392 875439
📍 Address: The Quay, Topsham

🕐 Opening Hours

Monday 12–11 pm
Tuesday 12–11 pm
Wednesday 12–11 pm
Thursday 12–11 pm
Friday 12 pm–12 am
Saturday 12 pm–12 am
Sunday 11:30 am–10:30 pm

Google Reviews

4.2/5
★★★★
1,625 Google reviews
Ella Frost ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Absolutely fantastic experience at The Lighter in Topsham. The food was outstanding - the steak and Tanglefoot pie was genuinely amazing, perfectly cooked, rich, and full of flavour. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, making it the …
Emily C ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
I’ve lived in Exeter for over 14 years and have never stopped at this pub for food. Honestly, I don’t know why? We have been missing out. …
UK Photo Journey ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Edited 3 months ago
After our long walk at Topsham riverside, we ended up here for a drink before hit back to train station. Very nice and fresh atmosphere. Welcoming vibes. Staff were happy chappy and attentive. after a little talk we changed our mind and …
Bron Carson ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
The sea-bass risotto was absolutely fabulous also lovely fresh fish and chips. But the service was the best. Debbie wax attentive, fun, efficient and made the whole experience excellent! Thanks lighter Inn and particularly Debbie . Bron
dan smith ⭐⭐⭐
friendly staff & good atmosphere. sadly won’t be coming back though. i paid £18 for what looked and felt like a kids meal. the burger meat is very cheap it had hard bits in every bite, and just no flavour at all, i would’ve genuinely preferred a mcdonald’s. also £8.50 for two cokes was insane.
Jen Swales ⭐⭐
I have visited this pub with my family many times in the 14 years I have lived locally and always had a positive experience. This evening however I have been left disappointed and certainly won’t go again. …

Features & Services

Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has fireplace
Has great beer selection
Serves great coffee
Serves great dessert
Has great tea selection
Has great wine list
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves healthy options
Serves late-night food
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves vegan dishes
Serves vegetarian dishes
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Has table service
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Historic
Trendy
Crowd
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Planning
Dinner reservations recommended
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Children
Good for kids
Has changing table(s)
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Paid parking lot
Paid street parking
Plenty of parking
Pets
Dogs allowed
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