If there’s one thing we know our guests love when holidaying at No. 9 Putsborough, it’s finding new places to eat in Woolacombe. Here we share our favourite beachside eateries with amazing sea views that are guaranteed to keep everyone smiling.
The Beach House Woolacombe
We’re lucky to have this as our local seafood restaurant just a tiny walk from No.9. Cosy, intimate and friendly, it has a cracking view from its outside terrace seating. This is where to enjoy super fresh, local Devon produce such as Sizzling Tiger Prawns or Lundy lobster washed down with a glass of something chilled after a hard day’s beaching.
Where? 2 minutes walk; 3 West Road, Granville Terrace, Woolacombe, Devon, EX34 7BW
Visit their website: Beach House Woolacombe
Barricane Beach Café
For those not in the know, if you want front row seats for the sunset this is the place to dine. The café serves up lip smacking Sri Lankan curries from 5-7pm on fine weather evenings (both vegetarian and chicken options available). Simply turn up with a beach chair or blanket, a few cold beers and settle in for a sunset showstopper. Curry nights are dog friendly and the beach welcomes dogs all year round – perfect for a pre supper walkies.
Where? 8 minutes stroll; The Esplanade, Woolacombe, Devon, EX34 7AS
Visit their website: Barricane Beach Cafe
Lime Kiln Ilfracombe
This place wins the view award. Standing on the edge of the water overlooking Damien Hirst’s 66ft tall statue ‘Verity’ it has a large panoramic terrace and a great menu featuring everything from West Country Mussels to The Lime Kiln Fish and Chips in a stylish setting. After sunset, cocktails and live music take over.
Where? 15 minutes drive; Larkstone Gardens, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 9FQ
Visit their website: The Lime Kiln Café & Bar
The Boathouse Instow
The Boathouse perched right on the sands in the cute village of Instow is just the ticket for families after a day of sandcastles and swimming. If you can get a table on their ‘top deck’ terrace, you have bagged yourself a little slice of paradise. Here, you can watch the comings and goings of boats bobbing along the estuary while dining on plates of deliciousness like Baked Somerset Camembert or Devon crab linguine. Children have their own menu too!
Where? 38 minutes drive; Marine Parade, Instow, Devon, EX39 4JJ
Visit their website: The Boathouse
Beach Café Downend
Where Sri Lanka meets the surf crew. Great spot, great vibe, great view this café serves up legendary Sri Lankan curries from Thursday-Sunday to rival those of Barricane Beach. You can take your feast away or eat at the café with beach views. Either way, you’re in for a treat.
Where? 18 minutes drive; Car Park, Down Lane, Croyde, Devon, EX33 1QE
Visit their website: The Beach Cafe Downend
