The Quay Inn - North Devon

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The Quay Inn

The Quay Inn
4.3 / 5 (6674 reviews)

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Nestled on the beachfront in Instow, The Boathouse offers a delightful dining experience characterized by stunning ocean views and a relaxed vibe. Diners rave about the diverse menu, highlighted by exceptional seafood dishes like the seafood platter and crab thermidor. While service experiences varied, many praised staff attentiveness and warmth. The dog-friendly atmosphere adds to its appeal, allowing guests to bring their furry friends along. Whether enjoying a leisurely lunch or a quick bite after a beach day, The Boathouse stands out as a must-visit culinary destination in the area.

Last update: 17.01.2026 from: basserm55

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★ 4.3 / 5 from 6674 reviews

The boathouse has a fantastic location right on the beach and is dog-friendly. With balcony seating overlooking the ocean, it's the perfect spot to enjoy a drink or meal after a day at the beach. The service was good and the food was typical for the area.

benjamin-obrien
15.12.2023

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 is simply stunning, providing the perfect backdrop for your meal. While the breakfast and lunch menus may be somewhat limited in terms of options, the quality and flavor of the food are both good. While prices may be on the higher side for pub grub, the view and great taste make it worth it. The staff are also friendly and welcoming, making for an enjoyable overall experience. So, if you're looking for a great place to enjoy a meal with a view, The Boathouse is definitely worth checking out.

elizabeth-jarvis
15.12.2023

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 what a delight. The peach glazed gammon was amazing! We immediately booked to come again a few days later and had pollock and mussels off the specials menu. The curry sauce that the mussels came in was divine. We also ordered the miso corn ribs both times as they were so good! Lovely staff, lovely resturant.

basserm55-maddocks
28.03.2025

Most favourite pub of ours, highly recommended. Price per person: £10–20 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes: Fish and Chips

laura-twomey-4
28.03.2025

A good pub, didn't have food only drinks after a bike ride. They serve Sam's Cider from Winkleigh which is amazing, well worth trying. The poor chap behind the bar was on his own dealing with the entire bar and all the diners, so wait times were understandably a little long. Gorgeous views right by the beach/estuary. Price per person: £1–10 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 4 Recommended dishes: English Breakfast, Fish and Chips, Sunday Roast

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The restaurant offers free WLAN for its customers.

The restaurant provides you a choice of gluten-free meals.

You can watch major sports events on a screen / TV right in the restaurant.

The restaurant and its rooms are wheelchair accessible and thus reachable with a wheelchair or physiological limitations.

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