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River Cottage, Axminster, Devon

River Cottage

4.3
4.3
106 Reviews
£25 and under
Contemporary British

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2 people
19:00
Booked 8 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Charming
  • Healthy
Visit River Cottage Kitchen & Store

Located just outside Axminster on the Devon/Dorset border, above our renowned Cookery School and Farmhouse, River Cottage Kitchen & Store offers a welcoming, dog-friendly space to enjoy breakfast, lunch, drinks, and cakes—all while soaking in stunning views of the Axe Valley.

Our seasonal menu showcases the finest local, organic ingredients, with dishes made from produce grown on our farm and sourced from trusted local growers. Visit our store to explore River Cottage Organic products, cookbooks, and unique items from our favourite sustainable suppliers.

Brunch Offer
Enjoy a delicious brunch set menu for just £9.95, served with your choice of freshly brewed tea or rich coffee (please note: this excludes hot chocolate and cold drinks).

Additional information

What 106 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Devon

    Great for brunch

  • Devon

    Innovative

  • Devon

    Healthy

  • Devon

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Devon

    Great for scenic views

  • Devon

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • East Devon

    Best Overall

  • East Devon

    Best Food

  • East Devon

    Best Service

  • East Devon

    Best Ambience

  • East Devon

    Best Value

  • East Devon

    Great for brunch

  • East Devon

    Healthy

  • East Devon

    Neighbourhood gem

  • East Devon

    Vegetarian-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
River Cottage offers a charming dining experience with "delicious food," "friendly staff," and "stunning views" of the Devon countryside. Guests love the "informal atmosphere" and "good value brunch deals." While some found menu options limited, the quality and presentation of dishes are consistently praised. A dog-friendly environment adds to its appeal.

106 Reviews
  1. Sean

    Devon2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 11 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Just a lovely place to have a snack and some coffee or something a little more substantial

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  2. Sean

    Devon2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 9 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Coffee Great Vistas This is a must for foodies. Local food sourced produced and served.

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  3. Stewart VIP

    London13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 7 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous food, great service and the perfect coffee.

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  4. Roisin

    Bedfordshire3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 28 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ordered tge breakfast bap. Very nice and served quickly. Booked in advance and requested a table eith a view. Didn't disappoint .

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  5. Robert

    Devon5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 26 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely brunch deal helping us to experience River Cottage

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  6. Mark

    London23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful evening at the RC. Our first time there. Loved the informal atmosphere and sitting with a fun bunch of like minded foodies. Chiara was so relaxed and happy to chat, food was, of course, delicious. Want to go back now.

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  7. Deborah

    Devon1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 21 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food, good portions, lovely stuff and nice and buzzy. Good value brunch offer. Delighted it’s dog friendly too. Looking forward to our next visit.

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  8. PETER

    Devon1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 18 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very Friendly & welcoming staff. Our visit to River Cottage Cafe was everything we hoped it would be! Although we only had time for a Coffee & Cake, there was a great selection of Vegetarian & Gluten free options on the menu, can't wait to go back again & try some!

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  9. susan

    Dorset3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 17 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very interesting unusual menu and delightful service. Very friendly and relaxed atmosphere .

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  10. Annie

    Dorset1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 17 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Overall an enjoyable experience, we celebrated my partner’s birthday and they provided a birthday card which was much appreciated. I ordered a shakshuka which I really enjoyed but my partner ordered the pie of the day which was unfortunately rather dry and the pastry was brittle, it came with a little side order of cabbage but no potatoes were available. He was still hungry when we left! He enjoyed the stinger beer that he had with it though :)

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River Cottage is rated 4.3 stars by 106 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 8 times today
Google Map for River Cottage

Trinity Hill Rd, Axminster, Devon EX13 8TB

Additional information

  • Area
    Axminster
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Wed, Fri–Sun 09:00–16:00
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary British, British, Organic
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Wheelchair Access
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