The Market Inn

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  Jamie Wilson

  ·3 months ago

  “Breaking news: man walks into a bar This pub is a reflection of Tavistock itself which I had presumed would be a warm enjoyable hub next to busy Dartmoor. But sadly no, on the surface it was a lovely atmosphere, obviously a local favourite in a town which on a Sunday evening was largely like a ghost town. Happy folk standing at the bar, a busy beer garden with live music and a barbecue, groups of locals having a nice catch up. First of all, the closeted localism in this place was palpable, the uneasy feeling projected your way by punters and staff alike when it’s assumed you ‘may be’ from somewhere else. Indeed I now may be from somewhere else, but I was born in Torquay and have great a love of the West Country. Secondly the service itself. Wanting something to eat, to be told the barbecue in the garden was just finishing up - fine. The gentleman at the barbecue seemed to need someone to come and tell him what to do with the glut of food that was still left. Eventually getting a pulled pork bun served in a sloppy fashion. Now don’t get me wrong, I’m used to casual, basic food and service but the look on the gentleman’s face when I thanked him for the food was one of distain and was very actually rude, enough to know that the small town mentality here has seeped into the seemingly most unlikely of places. I want to be wrong but I’m not. I want to say this was the loveliest of places with all the trappings of warm Devonshire hospitality, but I can’t. If Tavistock folk and businesses can’t manage civility and genuine friendly hospitality with ordinary folk visiting from another place, then they will have the hardest of times with the times that are coming. As for Tavistock itself - a deep shame to see such an important, historic town to have diminished to a soulless shell with its local residents, underneath the facade, echoing this sentiment.”

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  Pete Brown

  ·6 months ago

  “Didn’t appreciate being told 5 times from 14:15 that our party had to leave our table by 16:00, I understand the that the table was needed but there is way of speaking to people when you are front of house. Felt rushed and that our custom (party of 8) was not important. Roast was ok, but cold, so did not take a chance on pudding so left well before 16:00. Very poor experience and will not be returning.”

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  su howe

  ·7 months ago

  “Wow, amazing Sunday lunch. Giant Yorkshire pudding, even for the vegetarians and not one, but two vegi options! Unheard of 😂😂 service was great, food was great. Two vegetarians and two meat eaters left very happy. Clean plates all round. Will Definitely go back to try second vegi option 😁”

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  S Dawe

  ·1 year ago

  “Popped in with my wife and elderly mother for lunch. Recently re-opened under new management. Staff we very lovely and accommodating. Fish and chips were lovely, freshly cooked with lovely crispy batter. Nothing was too much trouble. My wife had the trio of sausages on a bed of mash. Lovely and warm with a welcoming fire in the fireplace.”

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  Justine Van Huyssteen

  ·1 year ago

  “Food was very tasty and atmosphere great. Seafood pasta was delicious, as was the duck pate (special). Pear and burrata was a little bland. Game pie excellent. Service was friendly and attentive.”

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  Gra L

  ·1 year ago

  “My wife and I had a delicious meal in here, for my birthday. Salt and pepper cuttlefish was delicious as was the ocean pie, one of the tastiest I've ever eaten. The new owners are a delight, warm and chatty. We would highly recommend everyone to come and try this delightful old pub, plenty of parking and the food of high quality.”

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  Karl Thomas

  ·2 years ago

  “A nice place serving really good food, was expecting more of a typical pub, but in fact there were some really quite reastauranty dishes on the menu. We kept with the basics, having gone looking for simple food, and these were done to a high standard. Can wholeheartedly recommend. Nice old world feel to the place, stone walls and stove-fires burning to keep you warm There is a small (6-8 car) carpark out the back accessed down a steep drive from the road to the side, with a couple of tight bends. Useful, but others parking carelessly after you arrive could block you in.”

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  Fiona Taylor

  ·3 years ago

  “Visited for a leaving meal with colleagues. The food was yummy. The place is clean. Lovely wood burner added to the atmosphere. Welcoming staff who couldn't do enough. Although they were short staffed so I felt sorry for them as it got very busy. It didn't take anything away from our visit though. Still amazing food.”

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  Janette Bashford

  ·3 years ago

  “Very friendly, cosy pub with amazing homemade food! Owners so welcoming & having time for all customers. We booked as we have a dog and wanted a table tucked away to allow her to relax and not be in the way of other customers. Great cider choices and ended evening with very nice coffee. We will definitely be back very soon.”

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  Janette Clark

  ·3 years ago

  “First visit and massively impressed with the food and the staff. Way beyond expectations so will definitely be visiting again. Great to find a proper pub that does excellent food and really well priced. We had scallops, Venison Liver and Hake dishes and everything was delicious. Handy too to have extra car park just down the road so literally a mins walk.”

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