Restaurants, Pubs & Takeaways in Paignton
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Some suggestions for Restaurants, Pubs & Takeaways in Paignton: For Bistro Food & Drink try Creek at Dolphin Boatyard. Takeaway Food & Drink try The Spud Shack & The Grill Shack, Gurkha's Diner, Tam’s Kitchen and Cafe Bay-Side. Restaurant Food & Drink try The Ship, Harbour Inn, Mariners Fish and Chips and Grand Central Bar. Pub Food & Drink try Grand Central Bar, Harbour Inn, Shoreline and Street Golf Paignton. Café Food & Drink try The Still House, Shoreline, STEAM DISCOVERY CENTRE and Cantina Goodrington.
Paignton has the classic, family-friendly feel of a traditional English seaside resort, and its food and drink scene is built around exactly that — plenty of family-friendly restaurants and cafés, no-nonsense fish and chip shops, and pubs that welcome a full family group rather than just an adults-only crowd. Much of this is concentrated along the seafront and around the harbour, taking advantage of Paignton's long beach and the green that runs behind it.
Expect the kind of straightforward, reliable seaside dining that's been a staple of British holidays for generations: proper fish and chips to eat on the beach or the green, cafés serving all-day breakfasts and cream teas, and pubs with a relaxed, unpretentious atmosphere. Paignton's character is more traditional holiday-resort than its neighbour Torquay further round the bay, and the food and drink scene reflects that — it's built for families spending the day on the beach or at the pier, not for a big night out.
Every listing comes from Mapzest's directory of real local businesses, many of which manage their own profile directly, so information stays current rather than being a one-off summary. Whether you're after fish and chips to eat looking out over Paignton's long sandy beach, a family-friendly café near the pier, or a pub for the evening after a day on the seafront green, Paignton's food and drink scene is shaped by its role as one of Torbay's classic family resorts.
If you’re planning where to eat first, it’s worth building your visit around the long beach and seafront green — that’s where the highest concentration of genuinely good options tends to sit. Booking ahead is worth considering for the more established restaurants during busy summer weekends, though cafés, pubs and takeaways are generally easier to walk into without a reservation. Prices vary considerably by venue, from budget-friendly takeaways to more considered restaurant dining, so there’s something here whatever you’re looking to spend.
Spinning Wheel Inn
The Esplanade, Paignton, TQ4 6BE
Paignton's number-one entertainment seafront pub, with nightly live music, great food and a fun play garden for families.
Five Walls
43 Winner Street, Paignton TQ3 3BN
Friendly little Craft Beer Bar and Off-Licence in Paignton. (Cocktails, Wine, Spirits & Cider)
Grand Central Bar
51 Torbay Road, Paignton, TQ4 6AJ
Paignton's go-to gastro sports bar open from 8am, with live sport, craft beers and freshly cooked food all day every day.
The Rugga Shack
Eastern Esplanade, Paignton, TQ4 6BW
A rugby-themed artisan coffee shack on Paignton Promenade serving speciality espresso drinks and sweet treats every day of the year.
STEAM DISCOVERY CENTRE
13 TORBAY ROAD
A cafe with interactive science discovery centre. A kind of science museum where visitors can engage, explore, push buttons and build.
Franx Lifestyle Cafe
343 Torquay Road, Paignton, TQ3 2EP
A cosy independent coffeehouse and wine bar on Torquay Road serving locally sourced coffee, fresh food and in-house baked goods.
Dolphin Boatyard
Galmpton Creek Brixham, TQ5 0EH
Welcome to the Dolphin Boatyard The largest and oldest boatyard on the River Dart which is now privately owned and operated by an excellent team of friendly and professional staff. Well worth visiting
Gurkha's Diner
52 Victoria Street, Paignton, TQ4 5DS
An authentic Nepalese and Indian restaurant on Victoria Street, bringing the rich flavours of the Himalayas to Paignton.
Waterside Inn
128 Dartmouth Road, Goodrington, Paignton, TQ4 6ND
A Greene King Flaming Grill pub near Goodrington Sands, serving hearty grills and classic pub fare in a family-friendly setting.
Cantina Goodrington
Young's Park Road, Paignton, TQ4 6BU
A bright colourful cafe bar and restaurant on the edge of Young's Park, serving international comfort food steps from Goodrington Sands.
East in the West
75 Torquay Road, Paignton, TQ3 2SE
A contemporary Asian fusion restaurant on Torquay Road, blending the bold flavours of the Far East with fresh local ingredients.
The Still House
South Quay, Paignton, TQ4 6DT
A vibrant harbourside bar on South Quay serving locally sourced food, craft spirits and cocktails with stunning views over Paignton Harbour.
Cafe Bay-Side
Fancy a Fresh barista coffee with high grade organic coffee beans? Or maybe a Beautiful Toastie? We’ve got you covered Offering a wide range of lovely Coffee freshly handmade toasty Cookie Pie’s doughnut chips ice cold coolers plus many more
DeLotties Deserts
DeLotties Deserts offering the only place in Torbay to get freshly made Churros We offering a wide range of the best desserts Chocolate, strawberries, waffles, milkshakes, churros doughnuts plus more
Shoreline
Eastern Esplanade, Paignton, TQ4 6AG
A modern glass-fronted restaurant on the seafront at Paignton Beach, offering global classics with stunning bay views and live music.
Harbour Inn
59 Roundham Road, Paignton, TQ4 6DS
A cosy, dog-friendly pub right on Paignton Harbour serving freshly cooked pub classics, local ales and Sunday roasts.
Creek at Dolphin Boatyard
Galmpton Creek Dartside Quay Galmpton TQ5 0EH
The Creek at Dolphin Boatyard, TQ5 0EH Riverside Bar & Kitchen Relax by the water with wood fired pizzas, nibbles, Sunday roasts, cold drinks, and great vibes. A beautiful spot for casual dining.
The Chippy Paignton
39 Seaway Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ3 2NX
The Chippy Paignton on Seaway Road — traditional fish and chips, freshly cooked to order. Eat in, collect, or we deliver from 5pm. Order direct at www.thechippypaignton.co.uk or call 01803 552233.
The Spud Shack & The Grill Shack
The Spud Shack & The Grill Shack. 81-89 Torbay Road Paignton TQ4 6AJ
The Spud Shack & The Grill Shack offers a delicious selection of freshly prepared comfort food, combining loaded baked potatoes, crispy fries, and hearty toppings with a range of grilled favourites. Customers can enjoy juicy burgers, grilled meats, hot dogs, and flavour-packed sides, all made with quality ingredients and cooked to order. Whether you're looking for a satisfying lunch, a quick bite, or a family meal, The Spud Shack & The Grill Shack serves generous portions, great flavours, and friendly service in a welcoming atmosphere.
The Ship
26 Manor Road, Paignton, TQ3 2HR
A family-friendly Sizzling Pubs bar and grill in Preston serving sizzling skillets, British classics and Sunday roasts.
Harbour Light
North Quay, Paignton, TQ4 6DU
A stylish bar and restaurant overlooking Paignton Harbour, serving fresh seafood and cocktails with stunning waterfront views.
Pier Chippy Co
Paignton Pier, Paignton, TQ4 6BW
A fresh fish and chip shop right on Paignton Pier, serving the freshest catches with sea views and classic seaside atmosphere.
Mollys
Roundham Road, Paignton, TQ4 6DU
A charming licensed harbour kiosk with outdoor seating overlooking Paignton Harbour, serving drinks, tasty bites and hosting live music.
Mariners Fish and Chips
8 Parkside Road, Paignton
A well-loved independent fish and chip restaurant and takeaway on Parkside Road, serving fresh, locally caught fish.
The Local Gastro Bar
30B Torbay Road, Paignton, TQ4 6AL
Paignton's first gastro bar and grill on Torbay Road, serving elevated pub food, craft drinks and Sunday roasts in a relaxed setting.
Street Golf Paignton
18 Esplanade Road, Paignton, TQ4 6BD
A fun urban mini golf experience on the Esplanade combining pool, darts and golf for a brilliant group entertainment venue.
Siam Garden Thai
30-32 Palace Avenue, Paignton, TQ3 3HB
An authentic Thai restaurant on Palace Avenue serving traditional dishes from across Thailand in a relaxed, welcoming setting.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I eat in Paignton?
Paignton's restaurants, cafés and takeaways are mostly found along the seafront, around the harbour and near the pier. Browse the full list above, or use the sub-categories to narrow it down.
Is Paignton good for family dining?
Yes — Paignton's food and drink scene is built around family-friendly seaside dining, with plenty of relaxed cafés, fish and chip shops and pubs that welcome families.
Where can I get fish and chips?
Paignton has a number of traditional fish and chip shops, well suited to eating on the beach or the seafront green. If any are currently listed, you'll find them in the categories above.
Which cafés are near the seafront?
Several of Paignton's cafés sit right along the seafront or close to the pier, good for a break during a day on the beach. If any are currently listed, you'll find them in the categories above.
Which pubs serve food?
Many of Paignton's pubs serve food and have a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere. Check each listing's own page for current menus.
Are there options for a cream tea?
Several of Paignton's cafés offer classic seaside café fare including cream teas and all-day breakfasts — if any are currently listed, you'll find them in the categories above.
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