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Lighter Inn

4.0
4
134 Reviews
£25 and under
British
The Quay, Topsham, Devon EX3 0HZ

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
  • Great for outdoor dining
Why not treat the real ale lover in your life with our Countryside Sett Gift Box, 12 Bottles of Badger Ale in a beautiful display box. Available to order now in house.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 134 people are saying

Lighter Inn reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.0
4 based on all time ratings
  • 3.9Food
  • 4Service
  • 4Ambience
  • 3.6Value

NoiseModerate

134 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Devon1 review

    1.0

    Reviewed on April 25, 2018

    1. Overall 1
    Ignored on arrival, so we sat at a table which was not designated reserved. We helped ourselves to menus, selected our main course and ordered at the bar. The pub was near empty but a waiter consistently kept his back to us and when he turned to face us gave us the feeling we were invisible. The food arrived within a fairly acceptable time. My friends fish was ok'ish. My chicken dish, given as coq au van was very poor. The vegetables were old and reheated and only the limp carrots had a little flavour. The chicken was tasteless and the skin had not been removed, which is standard practice as no one likes soggy white chicken skin. The sauce was worse of all. The colour and taste suggested gravy granules had been used, there was barely a hint of wine, whether red or white was impossible to determine. The dish it was served on was damaged, a black rim around the inner bowl. In over 40 years as a professional cook this meal is one of the worst. However, to add to insult to injury, the response by the member of staff I complained to led to a very insincere apology. This was negated by her declaration that she was very surprised as this was a favourite dish of their customers, with no complaints at all. She forcefully reiterated this point. The black rim was explained away as caused by the dishwasher and all their plates were affected this way. The pudding tasted ok, but evidently a pre-made product microwaved. However, it was served on a mini 'frying' pan with a tiny amount of syrup. This was then placed on a flat platter with custard in a tiny sauce boat. More importance and emphasis on 'clever' presentation than on ease of eating. Also, a fork is essential to go with the spoon in order to prevent having to chase food around a flat based platter! We only had a spoon each. This pub has gone downhill. Poor quality food, pricey and poor service.

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  2. AlisonF

    Devon1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 21, 2018

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We received a very warm welcome, attentive staff, good service and delicious food. The atmosphere is most cordial. I am looking forward to a return visit.

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  3. KateC

    Jersey1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 7, 2018

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a super family get together in the relaxed , friendly environment of the Lighter Inn ! The staff were friendly and attentive!

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  4. angelat

    Devon1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 11, 2018

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a lovely time with our family for a birthday and anniversary lunch , which coincided with Mothers Day. Great food with plenty of choice and lovely quality of fresh ingredients (the kale was especially good) and we all enjoyed the atmosphere. thank you very much.

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  5. SimonP

    Devon4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 24, 2018

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great night out with great friends!! Great food and service!! Nothing to much trouble for the staff.

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  6. BenK

    Devon1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 18, 2018

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great atmosphere, great service. Highly recommended

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  7. RichardW

    Devon1 review

    4.0

    Dined on February 18, 2018

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    A nice devon pub ideally placed for a stroll around topsham. Busy at the weekend for a reason so book ahead.

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  8. george

    Devon1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2018

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    lovely pub. very good food and large meals. The service was friendly and the bill didn't come to much at all!

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  9. Anonymous

    Devon1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 31, 2018

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We visited Ligher Inn for lunch mid-week. We were immediately greeted by friendly staff and shown to our table which was very cosy. The food was excellent and we would recommend to other friends and family.

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  10. bwer

    Devon1 review

    4.0

    Dined on January 28, 2018

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Relaxed atmosphere and v friendly service. All the food was good, except for the nut roast which was baked hard.

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The Quay, Topsham, Devon EX3 0HZ

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Topsham
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
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