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Take a look at our food offer, breakfast through to dinner. Whatever the occasion we carefully select the best in seasonal, quality ingredients from local farmers and suppliers, then simply craft these into the food on your plate. Free range eggs, Devon seafood, Exmoor beef and pork, plus veg picked from the South-West.
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Locally Sourced
We love to find new suppliers, whether they’re Devon families who’ve been growing, rearing or selling produce for generations or new, artisan makers of craft food and drink products, of which there are many in the county. We were thrilled to discover Justin of the Madrigal Brewery over in Lynmouth and his bespoke craft beers; Tony the Butcher, who works out of Muddiford for consistent West Country meat; Farmer Bob from Barnstaple, and really seasonal local vegetables from Broadlands Farm Braunton.
Naturally fish and seafood are key ingredients in our larder. And you are guaranteed to enjoy some of the best fresh fish from the market at Appledore. Why? Because this is where our fishmonger goes each day, and in turn returns to our kitchen, with quality produce landed off local day boats. Add to that mussels that are picked at low tide in Westward Ho! then cleaned in Phoebe Chopes tanks at Instow. In all a great basket of local and seasonal ingredients that are truly sustainable.
Menus adapt to the seasons, so there’s always something new to try whatever time of year you arrive – you may even catch the local asparagus season if you’re lucky!
Made From Scratch
We prepare and cook the majority of our dishes from scratch, so we can easily adapt dishes. That means we can ensure the freshest local ingredients are used and if you’re gluten intolerant, lactose aware or don’t like the taste, we can accommodate your needs.
Ethically Sourced Ingredients
We make use of the most seasonal, local, regional and appropriate produce and ingredients. Using seasonal ingredients is a sure way to help reduce the carbon footprint of our business and really helps the local economy.
Gluten Free & Vegan Friendly Dishes
Our Gluten Free menu is always available. From breakfast to dinner we have ingredients that are suitable for guests with gluten allergy or coeliac or intolerances.
Events At
The Brasserie
Our professional team led by owner Michael and chef / patron Eliot, will ensure that from planning stage to delivery your event will be wonderful. With our attention to detail, consistent fresh food offer, well-priced menus and drink choices, together with our friendly approach, your event will be a success.
Birthdays
Anniversaries
Intimate weddings
Celebration of life / funeral tea
Our reputation for being the venue for locals and visitors grows each year. From the quirky to the traditional we listen to your wishes and design the food and service around your bespoke needs. With a range of both classic and modern dishes we are used to catering for different ages and types of events.
Our well-appointed, modern and contemporary spaces offer a classy venue at a very affordable price.
We can price a la carte or price for a complete package (with food, drink and staffing all included).
As part of the award-winning Carlton hotel our Brasserie food offer can also be served in our other event areas including.
The Burlesque Room can accommodate up to 60 seated for lunch or dinner, ideal for larger family gatherings, club dinners and many more events, which combine privacy with great food and service. This space benefits from step free access, blackout curtains and natural light.
The Stage Room, adjacent to our Bar and Brasserie, will comfortably accommodate up to 50 seated diners, and ideal for more informal catering.
The Library Room offers an intimate space and seats 6 guests for private dining.
What Customers Say
“We were recommended Sunday lunch here by neighbours, and we weren’t disappointed. We were looked after by staff who displayed old fashioned courtesy, from taking and hanging up our coats to the very attentive restaurant staff.
The food was absolutely delicious, a measured menu, cooked and seasoned perfectly. The decor and ambiance was second to none, we had an infant with us, and everyone was most accommodating.
We will certainly be visiting again, and can thoroughly recommend it to anyone wanting a substantial Sunday lunch” add name?
“Just back from the St Patrick’s Day lunch and what can I say? What a stunning brasserie! Very classy decor and tasteful… wonderful helpful staff…. Nick, Dawn and Sue were certainly working their socks off but still had time to be cheery with each and every diner. The food was exquisite, beautifully presented… and delicious! Michael was an exceptional and charming host and has without a doubt worked very hard to put this lovely brasserie on the map. I am a local and will be recommending The Brasserie to other locals and friends eager to stay in Ilfracombe.” Sue Ratcliff
“Out for Sunday lunch today September 15th was absolutely gorgeous – for all 7 of us and 4 little ones! We all recommend this hotel for Sunday lunch and the staff were brilliant” Chris H