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Best Thai and Southeast Asian Restaurants in Exeter 2026
Thai Orchid on Cathedral Yard is the long-standing favourite, Rosa's Thai the strongest newcomer and Just Thai the purists' pick. Plus Pho and sushi.
9 April 2026
100 Reasons to Have Dinner With a Stranger
From meeting your next best friend to discovering that garlic bread is always better when shared — here are 100 reasons why sitting down to eat with someone you've never met might be the best decision you make this year.
26 March 2026
Best Afternoon Tea and Cream Tea in Exeter and Devon 2026
Afternoon tea in Exeter and Devon for 2026, from Lympstone Manor at £55 a head to cathedral views on the green and tea in Powderham Castle from £9.95.
26 March 2026
Best Brunch Spots in Exeter: A 2026 Guide
The best brunch spots in Exeter for 2026 — from award-winning vegan cafes and bottomless prosecco to all-you-can-eat breakfast bistros.
26 March 2026
Best Date Night Ideas in Exeter: A 2026 Guide
The best date night ideas in Exeter for 2026 — from rooftop cocktails and candlelit restaurants to escape rooms, cooking classes, and budget-friendly options.
26 March 2026
8 Best Seafood Restaurants in Exeter and Devon 2026
Eight Devon seafood places worth the drive: The Galley's Michelin Plaque in Topsham, a floating restaurant off Exmouth, and Rockfish on Exeter Quay.
26 March 2026
Food Markets and Street Food in Exeter and Devon: 2026 Dates
Devon's markets with dates you can trust: Exeter Thursdays 9am-1pm, the Quayside third Saturday, Totnes Fridays and Saturdays, Barnstaple's 2026 festivals.
26 March 2026
Best Gastropubs in Exeter and Devon: A 2026 Guide
Devon's best gastropubs for 2026, from THE PIG-at Combe's 25-mile kitchen-garden menu to The Galley in Topsham. Where to book, and what has changed this year.
26 March 2026
Best Indian and Asian Restaurants in Exeter 2026
Namaste for South Indian dosas, Ganges for the classics, the Gurkha Kitchen for momos and Oh My Kimchi for Korean — 11 Exeter restaurants for sharing.
26 March 2026
7 Best Italian Restaurants in Exeter, Tried and Tested
Seven Italian restaurants in Exeter, eaten at and honestly reviewed: Sabatini's fresh pasta, Il Grano in Pinhoe, and Franco Manca's £12.50 lunch deal.
26 March 2026
Mexican Food in Exeter: The 3 Places Worth Your Time
Exeter's Mexican scene is small, so we cut it to three: Taco Macho for proper tacos, Turtle Bay for jerk and brunch, Tortilla for a fast burrito.
26 March 2026
The Best Pizza in Exeter 2026: 5 Places Worth the Walk
Five Exeter pizzerias worth the evening: vegan sourdough at The Flat, giant sharing pizzas at On The Waterfront, and Franco Manca's £12.50 lunch deal.
26 March 2026
Best Pubs With Rooms in Devon: 10 Inns to Stay the Night
Ten Devon pubs with rooms upstairs, from the Michelin-listed Dartmoor Inn to the community-owned Drewe Arms — so dinner never ends with a drive home.
26 March 2026
Best Steak Restaurants in Exeter: A 2026 Guide
Best steak restaurants in Exeter for 2026 — where the beef is treated properly, what to order at each, how to choose your cut, and where to buy steak to cook at home.
26 March 2026
Best Sunday Roasts Near Exeter: Nine Pubs Worth Booking
Nine Devon roasts still serving, from beef dripping gravy at the Turk's Head to a canal walk out to Double Locks — and the one kitchen shut after a fire.
26 March 2026
Best Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurants in Exeter: A 2026 Guide
Our honest guide to the best vegan and vegetarian restaurants in Exeter for 2026 — from long-established veggie institutions to new plant-based cafes and brunch spots.
26 March 2026
Best Wine Bars in Exeter: A 2026 Guide
The best wine bars in Exeter for 2026 — hidden cellars, sommelier-led tastings, vineyard tours, and the places locals go to linger over a good glass.
26 March 2026
The Business Lunch Is Back: Best Spots in Exeter for Working Over Food
Discover the best business lunch spots in Exeter for 2026 — from The Ivy and Hotel du Vin to hidden gems like Harry's and Stage, with pricing, private dining, and booking tips.
26 March 2026
Dartmouth: A Foodie's Day Trip From Exeter
With Mitch Tonks' Seahorse, Rockfish on the river, a historic Tudor inn, and a steam railway to get you there — Dartmouth is Devon's ultimate food destination. Here's how to plan the perfect day trip.
26 March 2026
What Your Favourite Restaurant Order Says About You (A Fun Guide)
From the person who always orders steak to the menu agoniser who needs ten more minutes, a light-hearted look at what your dining habits reveal about your personality — backed by actual psychology.
26 March 2026
A Foodie's Guide to Topsham: Exeter's Best-Kept Secret
Topsham in a day: the Michelin-listed Salutation Inn, The Galley's Michelin Plaque seafood, Darts Farm's Cidery and the Goat Walk, four miles from Exeter.
26 March 2026
How to Pair Food and Drink Like a Pro (Without Being Pretentious)
A practical, no-nonsense guide to pairing wine, beer, cider and non-alcoholic drinks with food. Rules of thumb that actually work, when to break them, and how the right pairing elevates any dinner.
26 March 2026
Mindful Eating, Mindful Connecting: How Slowing Down at the Table Changes Everything
The intersection of mindfulness and social dining — why rushing through meals kills connection, and how being present at the table can transform both your health and your relationships.
26 March 2026
Salcombe: Devon's Coastal Jewel for a Special Day Out
A guide to Salcombe — Devon's most beautiful estuary town. Beaches, seafood restaurants, boat hire, and coastal walks that make it perfect for a special group outing.
26 March 2026
Table Manners for the Modern Age: What's Changed and What Still Matters
A relaxed, non-judgemental guide to dining etiquette in 2026. What the old rules got right, what we can let go of, and why good manners are really about making everyone comfortable.
26 March 2026
The Digital Detox Dinner: Why Putting Your Phone Away Changes Everything
UK adults spend over 4.5 hours a day online, and for the first time are on their phones more than they watch television. Here's why going phone-free at the dinner table transforms conversation, connection, and how you feel about the people around you.
26 March 2026
Best Restaurants in Exeter 2026: An Honest, Opinionated Guide
Exeter's best restaurants for 2026 — Michelin-worthy tasting menus, AA Rosette winners, waterfront dining, and hidden gems. Tried, tested, honestly reviewed.
25 February 2026
How Sharing a Meal Can Change Your Social Life
From ancient campfires to modern supper clubs, sharing food has always been humanity's most powerful bonding ritual. Why communal dining is the antidote to the UK's loneliness epidemic — and what a Dinners With Friends Wednesday evening actually looks like.
25 February 2026
Welcome to Dinners With Friends
Discover how Dinners With Friends is bringing people together over great food in Devon. Learn about our story, our mission, and what makes our community dining events special.
15 February 2026
The Dinner Table as Sanctuary: Why Shared Meals Ground Us
From ancient campfires to modern kitchen tables, sharing food has always been humanity's most powerful grounding ritual. The science behind why eating together reduces stress, builds trust, and offers an antidote to digital overwhelm.
17 April 2025