The Jack Russell - North Devon

Steak, Chicken , Coffee

The Jack Russell

The Jack Russell
4.5 / 5 (445 reviews)

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The Jack Russell pub in Swimbridge offers a warm welcome, fantastic food, and friendly service. Their Pizza and Pie night is a hit, with delicious options like beef burgers, chocolate torte, and chocolate brownie made by the owner's mom. The Sunday roast may be a miss for some, but those who enjoy it rave about the roast potatoes and crackling. With a convivial bar area and attentive staff, this pub is highly recommended for a casual or formal dining experience. Whether for steak night, Sunday lunch, or a takeaway burger, The Jack Russell is a must-visit spot in North Devon.

Last update: 17.01.2026 from: Diane

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★ 4.5 / 5 from 445 reviews
gemmarty
22.08.2024

We had a wonderful Sunday lunch here today, best roast we’ve ever had out! So glad they could fit us in. The staff were excellent, welcoming and friendly. Service was prompt but not rushed. Food really was fantastic! We will defo be back! Thank you!!

eleanor316
22.08.2024

We had a table booked for 6:30 at the Jack Russell, but after a long drive down to our air BnB for the weekend which incidentally is directly behind the pub we decided to opt for the take out. We explained this to the manager who was absolutely lovely about it and told us to ring up with our order and what time we would like it for. We had large cod and scampi both as meals and they were divine! Freshly cooked piping hot and lots of flavour! The curry sauce was the best I think I’ve ever had from a ‘chippy’. Couldn’t recommend enough. Staff inside the pub when we collected were all so lovely and friendly.

alistair-b-mechanic6
22.08.2024

I don’t think I have ever written a review but after several poor experiences with dinning out I felt it was time to leave one. Very poor Sunday lunch, we had booked a table for 12 as a birthday lunch. Table services was very slow and when the food did arrive it was very poor. The roast potatoes had been deep fried and not nice at all. Veg was not of great standard and not very warm. Auntie Bessie’s Yorkshire pudding where also they best they had to offer. Overall very disappointing. Will not be returning

diane-b-mushroom1
22.08.2024

We had a wonderful early dinner at this restaurant, and were even allowed to bring our dog along. The cozy, local atmosphere made us feel right at home. The service at the bar and at our table was very pleasant, although some other customers seemed a bit grumpy. The menu had a great selection, and both of our meals were delicious and of high quality.

201aggiec
22.08.2024

Amazing roasts: we are consistently delighted with the Sunday lunch at this place. The staff is wonderful, with a true family-run atmosphere, serving top-notch meat and gravy, along with a wide variety of perfectly cooked vegetables (at least 7 different types). This is hands down the most value and quality roast dinner in town.

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