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The Sawmills, Berrynarbor, Ilfracombe

The Sawmills

4.6
4.6
663 Reviews
£25 and under
Pub

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 7 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
Discover The Sawmills Freehouse: where tradition meets innovation! Our latest menu offers a delightful blend of classic pub favourites and tantalising international dishes. Experience the rich flavors of locally sourced Devon & West Country Ingredients that infuse our culinary creations.

Indulge in our extensive selection of ales, beers, lagers, wines, spirits, and cocktails, providing something for every palate. Whether you prefer a pint of traditional ale or a cool glass of wine, our bar has you covered.

Enjoy the cozy ambience of our indoor seating or venture outside to our charming decking area, embracing nature's beauty. Although outdoor bookings aren't available due to weather uncertainties, drop by anytime for a memorable experience.

Our inviting atmosphere welcomes families and well-behaved furry friends.

We look forward to hosting you soon at The Sawmills Freehouse, where exceptional food, refreshing drinks, and a warm atmosphere await.
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What 663 people are saying

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Devon

    Best Ambience

  • Devon

    Great for brunch

  • Devon

    Child-friendly

  • Devon

    Good for groups

  • Devon

    Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Sawmills delights diners with its "excellent food and service." Guests rave about the "delicious" and beautifully presented meals, with standout dishes like roast dinners and seafood chowder. The friendly, attentive staff and welcoming atmosphere make it a "lovely place" to dine, ensuring a memorable experience for all.

663 Reviews
  1. Danielo

    Birmingham3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were welcolmed warmly, the ambience was homely, service was attentive and the fish n chips both my wife snd i ordered were one of the best i have had, will be visiting again on our next visit to Combe Martin.

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  2. Ben

    Devon1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sunday roast that was just awesome. Plenty of it, superb taste - definitely a nod to the chef on this one. We will be going back!

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  3. Tanya

    Devon2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Sunday lunch. Best in the area. The meat is good and good selection of vegetables.

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  4. Kelly

    Norfolk/Suffolk1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love it there! Food and service is great! In the summer it’s lovely sitting outdoors! Pet friendly is a huge bonus!

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  5. Julie

    Surrey3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Quick and easy to book. Lovely welcome on arrival. Service was very good, not too quick so you had time to peruse the menu. All of us enjoyed the food and Banoffee pie was scrumptious but very big piece. Left a good tip as we enjoyed it so much.

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  6. Jannine

    Staffordshire4 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Seriously disappointed. Booked online for Sunday lunch on our anniversary. 2 x beef dinners with side of veg arrive, after they replaced a pork dinner as they brought the wrong order. Beef bland, tepid, Yorkshire pudding tasted of fridge! Cold. Filled with soggy, not crispy bits of parsnip, roast potatoes, carrots and parsnip under the meat, soggy and tepid. Side plate of peas, red cabbage and broccoli, bland.jug of tepid, non gravy, it was a jus, unseasoned. Bowl of !!! Cheesy.leeks, took a while to attempt.to separate as it was a claggy mess Ancient waitress, took plates asked if was OK,,, we said not great, she said lovely, great ,, !!! Best part of the meal was the mint at the end , overpriced and need a chef who can cook. Wasn't busy at all, now I know why. Raised this on leaving and was met with the look of you have no clue, let.them.know that it should be noted it was a special occasion, and the points above, just said they will tell the chef and they have a great reputation Nope AVOID NEVER AGAIN

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  7. Chloe

    Bath1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely atmosphere, with great service. The food was amazing and the wine reccomendation was very good. We had a lovely meal and a fab stay. Will recommend to friends.

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  8. Tracy

    Cumbria2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely lovely roast.. great location. Fab service. Not the cheapest but worth it!

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  9. Tanya

    Devon2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Sunday dinner and friendly service. Looking forward to next one.

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  10. Tara

    London10 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on January 18, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    A lovely meal with a great menu choice. Lovely restaurant that we would recommend

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The Sawmills is rated 4.6 stars by 663 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 7 times today
Google Map for The Sawmills

The Old Sawmills Inn, Watermouth Valley, Berrynarbor, Ilfracombe EX34 9SJ

Additional information

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  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Pub, Gastro Pub, Beer Garden
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 8:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 8:30 am–8:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Carpark
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Jacques Roux
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