Shoals

Name: Shoals
Address: 10 S W Coast Path, Brixham, Torbay, United Kingdom, TQ5 9FT
Telephone: 01803 854874
Price range: £25 and under
Rating: 4.8

4.8

125 Reviews

£25 and under

Seafood

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Shoals Seafood Restaurant is the brainchild of Sean and Sarah Perkes. Established in 2014, the once storage room for the open air seawater pool has been transformed into a unique fish lovers dream. The small family run restaurant and outside terrace provide beautiful coastal views across the bay and beyond.

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No. of diners

2 people

DateTime

18 May 2022

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19:00

Booked 11 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Seafood
Hours of Operation
Mon–Fri 12:00–23:00
Sat, Sun 09:00–23:00
Phone number
01803 854874
Website
https://www.shoalsbrixham.co.uk/
Dress Code
Casual Dress

Location
10 S W Coast Path Brixham, Torbay TQ5 9FT
Area
Brixham
Parking Details
None
Additional
Gluten-free Options

Local Day-Boat Scallops Direct from Brixham Fish Market£8.50
with streaky bacon or black pudding, served in a brioche bun
Scottish Smoked Salmon and Scrambled Egg£8.50
served with toast
Day-Boat Scallop and Pepper Omelette£8.95
with a lemon zest zing
Dry Cured Natural Local Smoked Hake or Haddock£8.95
served with a free range poached egg
Two Slices of Toast Served with Strawberry Jam or Marmalade£2.50
Doorstep Bacon or Sausage Sandwich£4.95
on white or multi-seed bloomer

Starters

Pesto Grilled Sardines£6.95
Served on a sourdough toast
Prawn Cocktail with Lettuce, Cucumber, Cherry Tomatoes and a Homemade Marie Rose Sauce£7.90
Slightly spicy or not!
Sun Dried Tomato Dip, Olives & Pitta Bread£5.90
Crispy Fried Fresh Day-Boat Salt & Pepper Squid with Salad£6.90
Grilled Day-Boat Local Half Shell Scallops with a Garlic and Chilli Ginger Dressing£8.50
served with crusty bread
Homemade Bay Mackerel Pate with Melba Toast£6.90
Brixham Fish Goujons with Chef's Tartare Sauce£7.50
Hot Crab Dip£8.50
(cheese, onion, crab chilli) served in a scallop shell with melba toast
Homemade Soup of the Day£5.95
with warm crusty bread
Day-Boat Scallops and Bacon£8.95
in a balsamic glaze
Moules Mariniere in White Wine£8.50
cream garlic or cider bacon sauce with crusty bread

Vegetarian

Mediterranean Vegetable Lasagne£12.95
served with garlic bread and salad
Halloumi and Roast Vegetable Kebabs£12.95
served with a sun dried tomato dip and pitta breads
Creamy Mushroom Pasta£12.95
Served with Chefs Salad
Vegan Burger£12.95
Served with chips and salad

Mains

Grilled Loin of Hake in Garlic Butter£16.95
Served with new potatoes & salad or garden peas. Evenings only
Local Scallop Monkfish in a Flamed Whiskey, Bacon Cream Sauce£21.95
with chips or crusty bread
Moules Mariniere in White Wine, Cream & Garlic or Cider Bacon Sauce£17.50
with crusty bread
Crispy Fried Fresh Dayboat Salt & Pepper Squid£13.50
served with chips and salad
Battered or Grilled 'Catch of the Day' Direct from Brixham Fish Market£13.95
Served with chips or new potatoes, garden peas or salad. Lunchtimes only
Old Fashioned Scampi (Monk)£12.95
served with chips, salad and chef's tartare sauce
Homemade Gourmet Burger with Bacon and Cheddar Cheese, Chips, Salad and Coleslaw ‌£12.95
Westcountry Chicken Breast with Chips and Roasted Vegetables or Salad
- Served Plain£12.00
- With a Choice of Piri Piri or Sweet Chilli Sauce£13.50
Skate Wing with Caper Butter£19.95
Served with new potatoes and salad or garden peas

Childrens

Under 10's. All served with a choice of Baked Beans or Peas

Monkfish Scampi & Chips£6.90
Fish Goujons 'N Chips£6.90
Sausage 'N Chips£6.90

Sandwiches

Lunchtimes only. All served with a Salad Garnish and Crisps

Fresh Brixham Crab in White Bloomer or Multi-Seed Crusty Bread with Little Gem Lettuce and Dressing£9.00
Prawns in White Bloomer or Multi-Seed Crusty Bread with Little Gem Lettuce and Dressing£8.50
Honey Smoked Ham in White Bloomer or Multi-Seed Crusty Bread with Little Gem Lettuce and Dressing£5.50
Cheddar Cheese, Apple and Chopped Onion with a Mayo Dressing in White Bloomer or Multi-Seed Crusty Bread£6.50
Bacon Somerset Brie with Cranberry Sauce in White Bloomer or Multi-Seed Crusty Bread£7.50

Desserts

Homemade Cheesecake Served£6.00
with double cream or vanilla ice cream
Warm Chocolate Fudge Cake£6.00
served with double cream or ice cream
Homemade Lemon Posset and Berries£6.00
Westcountry Stilton, Cheddar and Brie£7.50
served with Crackers and Chutney

Extras

Mushy Peas£1.50
Curry Sauce£2.00
Chef Salad£2.90
Crusty Bread (2 Slices)£2.50
Garlic Bread (2 Slices)£3.50
Chips£3.00

Drinks

Mug of Tea£1.80
Speciality Teas£2.20
Americano£2.20
Latte£2.60
Cappuccino£2.60
Flat White£2.60
Espresso£2.00
DBL Espresso£2.50
Mocha£2.60
Hot Chocolate£2.60
Hot Chocolate Deluxe£3.20
Bottled Soft Drinks£3.20
Orange or Apple Juice£1.70
Fizzy Drinks£2.00
Sparkling Water£2.00
Bottled Ciders£4.20
Bottled Lagers£3.90
Bays Brewery Topsail£4.40
Devon Dumpling£4.40
Bottled Guiness£4.40
Selection of Spirits
- Starting at£3.25

White Wine

Sauvignon Blanc, Chile
Nice balance of tropical fruits, refreshing with summer& floral notes. Excellent with white fish, poultry & cream sauces
- 125ml£4.75
- 175ml£6.00
- Bottle£20.95
Pinot Grigio, Italy
The palate is dry, soft bodied & well balanced with citrus fruits & a hint of nectarine & pears. Very earthy finish
- 125ml£4.75
- 175ml£6.00
- Bottle£20.95
Viognier, France
A complex bouquet of stone fruits, notes of white flowers a a spicy, lively finish. A sophisticated French wine which pairs well with fish dishes, risottos & appetizers
- 125ml£6.00
- 175ml£7.25
- Bottle£24.95
Sauvignon Blanc, New Zealand
Fresh Tropical fruits & gooseberry. A perfect match for grilled fish
- 125ml£6.00
- 175ml£7.25
- Bottle£24.95
Chardonnay, Australia
A medium bodied wine, releasing lemon a lime flavours along with honeyed notes. A good round pleasing finish
- 125ml£4.75
- 175ml£6.00
- Bottle£20.95
Albarino, Spain
Intense aroma on the nose, highlighting apples, apricots & peaches, typical of the Albarino Grape, releasing crisp sensations to the finish
- Bottle£28.95

Red Wine

Merlot, Chile
Soft a round with succulent berry & damson flavours a a hint of cinnamon spice. A warm a pleasurable finish
- 125ml£5.00
- 175ml£6.25
- Bottle£21.95
Malbec, Argentina
Fruity blackberries combined with vanilla spice a nutty aromas. Round tannins give a lengthy finish
- 125ml£6.00
- 175ml£7.25
- Bottle£24.95
Rioja, Spain
Intense aromas of blackberries with touches of wild herbs, hints of toasted Coconut & liquorice. A rich texture with a long finish
- Bottle£28.95

Rosé Wine

Zinfandel Blush, California
Bright salmon pink colour, fresh nose of rspberry & strawberry. Aromas of watermelon & a touch of mint completes the perfect summer drink
- 125ml£5.00
- 175ml£6.25
- Bottle£21.95
Pinot Blush, Italy
A mix of grapefruit & strawberries to excite the senses. Dry lingering palate of berry fruits. Excellent with Fish & pasta
- 125ml£4.75
- 175ml£6.00
- Bottle£20.95

Sparkling

Prosecco, Italy
Crisp & refreshing. Great with shellfish
- 20cl£6.95
- Bottle£19.95
Champagne, Bollinger Special Cuvee NV
Dry, full bodied. Perfect for celebration & great with seafood
- Bottle£60.00

What 125 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

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Anon
Kent
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely meal with delicious fresh fish, large portions and excellent service. Recommend the Torbay sole
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great little restaurant- service from Team L and L brilliant! Really good fish - must visit place if in Brixham
D
David
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall4food5service5ambience4
Lovely food, top end prices, good atmosphere, very attentive staff.
LP
LisaP
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall4food4service5ambience4
Excellent location, food was amazing and the staff very friendly. Small intimate place with energy. Would definitely recommend
NT
NicolaT
London
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall4food4service4ambience5
Great place to meet family and have a Saturday lunch, beautiful setting, delicious food.
GM
GalmptonMark
Dorset
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service4ambience5
Excellent place with superb food, service was a little on the slow side, but we had all evening! The views from the window tables over Torbay is staggering. Will definitely consider returning for special occasions.
TL
TracyL
Devon
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love it at Shoals. Great fish and generous portions.
B
Beckie
London
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Gorgeous location, lovely staff and amazing food. What more could you want? Highly recommend
JJ
JoJoR
Devon
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Gorgeous fresh fish served by locals in a spectacular location. Friendly service in this tiny restaurant overlooking Shoalstone Pool and all of Torbay, with Torquay in the distance. Food is pricey but entirely worth it; a real treat.
CS
ClaireS
Liverpool
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall4food4service4ambience4
Good food, fab location, efficient service. Hope to visit again.
AM
AndreaM
Devon
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great experience. Lovely staff. Great food
DP
DebbieP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent venue and ambience. Great choice on menu fish and vegetarian/vegan dishes. Waitress amazing, attentive. We would come back again, in fact we returned the following day for lunch, the menu was the same but included extras for lunch we had crab sandwiches which were amazing. There is also a specials board.
G
Gretel
Devon
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 9 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We have been to shoals the last two years as have visited brixham as the food its out of this world. The food did not disappoint again and the service and ambiance were top notch. Louise served us and she was very welcoming, pleasant and attentive. We would highly recommend Shoals to anybody who loves their seafood and is visiting the Brixham area! Gret & Jon.
MT
MaryT
Edinburgh
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 8 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a fabulous lunch at Shoals. We love fish and this was the perfect place for us. Good choice on the menu and lots of variety. Our skate and squid was perfectly cooked. The staff were extremely attentive and friendly. We will return as we aren't too far away for a day trip.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Devon
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 8 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Beautiful fresh sea food and really friendly staff!
KI
KIRSTYB
Perthshire
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 7 May 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Fantastic food. Mains were quite slow to get to table but worth wait. Waitresses were fab as was atmosphere
L
Laura
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 7 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
What a place, great food and great service with a lovely atmosphere- thank you for a lovely night! Our new favourite restaurant…
NI
NIGELS
Devon
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 2 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of favourite restaurants in Torbay. Great service, friendly staff, quality food and s good choice of menu items and specials. Highly recommended.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Dorset
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 1 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
For our first time visit we enjoyed everything about the restaurant!
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dcharold
London
100 reviews
vip
5.0
100 reviews
Dined on 1 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Super little restaurant overlooking the sea, car park close by. Service and food excellent. Will definitely go again.
M
Mundas
Devon
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on 30 April 2022
overall3food3service3ambience4
We probably picked a bad night as it was the pirate festival. Our table was booked for 8.15. We had to wait outside for 45 mins and it was freeeezing, until the table was vacated thus drinking a bottle of wine that I didn’t really need! I think the staff felt they were unable to challenge those on the table we had booked due to circumstances beyond their control When we eventually got in to sit down our favourite Hake dish we discovered is grilled rather than pan fried and was rather dry. All the other dishes were excellent. In hindsight I wouldn’t take a late table again
RM
RobertM
Devon
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 30 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Superb food and cheerful service. Terrific views of the bay
EH
EllieH
Bedfordshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 29 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Superb all round! Would definitely recommend to friends and family
SL
SteveL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 26 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic meal, great view of the sun set and lovely staff. Had a fab anniversary. Thank you.
DD
DDoo
London
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 26 April 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Great little fish and seafood restaurant overlooking the sea. Decent cooking and good service.
TH
TracyH
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 25 April 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Very small restaurant with evening fixed seating times, we choose 8.15 which meant we were eating a bit later due to everything being cooked freshly. Limited fixed menu but lots of specials on the board. Staff were very help and attentive.
PC
PeterC
Kent
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 25 April 2022
overall4food5service4ambience5
Beautiful position and lovely fresh fish. The staff were very friendly and welcoming.
AM
AndyM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 24 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food served by very pleasant staff , served with a smile on their faces. Great location. This is our second visit and will do so again if we are back on the area
W
Webby
Devon
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 23 April 2022
overall4food5service4ambience4
Only minor complaint was length of time to take order and deliver the first course, especially for a small restaurant. Food outstanding, monkfish and salad best I had ever tasted.
RP
RosieP
Devon
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 23 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food and a stunning location. Great wine selection and fantastic ambience.
DC
DanC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 21 April 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Delicious fish, great atmosphere and spectacular views.
DC
DianaC
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 21 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
An amazing treat. The food was delicious and beautifully presented, the staff were friendly and efficient, the ambience was great with a nice buzz of conversation that I appreciated as I dislike eating in public in near silence. It was a privilege to experience this lovely establishment, and I do hope to get back there soon.
GH
GlenH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 20 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great Views, Great Service, Great Food, will be back
NH
NeilH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 20 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic location Fantastic food Fantastic service
MB
MichaelB
Devon
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 19 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and friendly service and of course a splendid view
E
Elizabeth
London
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 17 April 2022
overall4food4service3ambience3
Beautiful views. Decent seafood. Unfortunately a few dishes weren’t available but what we did order was delicious. Lovely evening with accommodating staff, even though the were very very busy.
T
Tina
London
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 17 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We celebrated my husband’s birthday at Shoals and we weren’t disappointed. The food was amazing, the staff were really friendly and excellent service. Great view too!!
CB
ClareB
Bath
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 17 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
A great lunch with fantastic fresh fish, super views and excellent wines.
A
Anon
London
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 16 April 2022
overall4food5service4ambience4
Service upon arrival was a little chaotic as a number of diners were leaving and new groups being seated, however the food then more than made up for any slight delay. It is the first time I have ever tried Gurnard (specials board option) but it was amazing.
LB
LouiseB
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 16 April 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
For no other reason than one of my party has had throat cancer and a lot of the equipment for a very loud booming voice removed, sometime "background??" music can be very overwhelming. Conversation becomes very difficult at points, and people will naturally raise their voices to get over the background.. Just a bit frustrating on occasions.

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Shoals is rated 4.8 stars by 125 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

No. of diners

2 people

DateTime

18 May 2022

May 2022

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

19:00

Booked 11 times today

10 S W Coast Path Brixham, Torbay TQ5 9FT

Additional information

Area
Brixham
Hours of Operation
Mon–Fri 12:00–23:00
Sat, Sun 09:00–23:00
Cuisines
Seafood
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Parking Details
None
Additional
Gluten-free Options

Website
https://www.shoalsbrixham.co.uk/
Phone number
01803 854874

Shoals

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Additional information

Daily Specials Board

Daily Specials Board

Breakfast

Local Day-Boat Scallops Direct from Brixham Fish Market£8.50

Scottish Smoked Salmon and Scrambled Egg£8.50

Day-Boat Scallop and Pepper Omelette£8.95

Dry Cured Natural Local Smoked Hake or Haddock£8.95

Two Slices of Toast Served with Strawberry Jam or Marmalade£2.50

Doorstep Bacon or Sausage Sandwich£4.95

Starters

Pesto Grilled Sardines£6.95

Prawn Cocktail with Lettuce, Cucumber, Cherry Tomatoes and a Homemade Marie Rose Sauce£7.90

Sun Dried Tomato Dip, Olives & Pitta Bread£5.90

Crispy Fried Fresh Day-Boat Salt & Pepper Squid with Salad£6.90

Grilled Day-Boat Local Half Shell Scallops with a Garlic and Chilli Ginger Dressing£8.50

Homemade Bay Mackerel Pate with Melba Toast£6.90

Brixham Fish Goujons with Chef's Tartare Sauce£7.50

Hot Crab Dip£8.50

Homemade Soup of the Day£5.95

Day-Boat Scallops and Bacon£8.95

Moules Mariniere in White Wine£8.50

Vegetarian

Mediterranean Vegetable Lasagne£12.95

Halloumi and Roast Vegetable Kebabs£12.95

Creamy Mushroom Pasta£12.95

Vegan Burger£12.95

Mains

Grilled Loin of Hake in Garlic Butter£16.95

Local Scallop Monkfish in a Flamed Whiskey, Bacon Cream Sauce£21.95

Moules Mariniere in White Wine, Cream & Garlic or Cider Bacon Sauce£17.50

Crispy Fried Fresh Dayboat Salt & Pepper Squid£13.50

Battered or Grilled 'Catch of the Day' Direct from Brixham Fish Market£13.95

Old Fashioned Scampi (Monk)£12.95

Homemade Gourmet Burger with Bacon and Cheddar Cheese, Chips, Salad and Coleslaw ‌£12.95

Westcountry Chicken Breast with Chips and Roasted Vegetables or Salad

Skate Wing with Caper Butter£19.95

Childrens

Monkfish Scampi & Chips£6.90

Fish Goujons 'N Chips£6.90

Sausage 'N Chips£6.90

Sandwiches

Fresh Brixham Crab in White Bloomer or Multi-Seed Crusty Bread with Little Gem Lettuce and Dressing£9.00

Prawns in White Bloomer or Multi-Seed Crusty Bread with Little Gem Lettuce and Dressing£8.50

Honey Smoked Ham in White Bloomer or Multi-Seed Crusty Bread with Little Gem Lettuce and Dressing£5.50

Cheddar Cheese, Apple and Chopped Onion with a Mayo Dressing in White Bloomer or Multi-Seed Crusty Bread£6.50

Bacon Somerset Brie with Cranberry Sauce in White Bloomer or Multi-Seed Crusty Bread£7.50

Desserts

Homemade Cheesecake Served£6.00

Warm Chocolate Fudge Cake£6.00

Homemade Lemon Posset and Berries£6.00

Westcountry Stilton, Cheddar and Brie£7.50

Extras

Mushy Peas£1.50

Curry Sauce£2.00

Chef Salad£2.90

Crusty Bread (2 Slices)£2.50

Garlic Bread (2 Slices)£3.50

Chips£3.00

Drinks

Mug of Tea£1.80

Speciality Teas£2.20

Americano£2.20

Latte£2.60

Cappuccino£2.60

Flat White£2.60

Espresso£2.00

DBL Espresso£2.50

Mocha£2.60

Hot Chocolate£2.60

Hot Chocolate Deluxe£3.20

Bottled Soft Drinks£3.20

Orange or Apple Juice£1.70

Fizzy Drinks£2.00

Sparkling Water£2.00

Bottled Ciders£4.20

Bottled Lagers£3.90

Bays Brewery Topsail£4.40