3 Best French Restaurants in Exeter, UK

Expert-recommended Top 3 French Restaurants in Exeter, UK. All of our french restaurants actually undergo a rigorous 50-Point Inspection, which includes local reviews, history, business standards, ratings, satisfaction, trust, price and their trading excellence. You deserve only the best!

10+ YEARS IN TBR
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COTE BRASSERIE EXETER

19-21 Cathedral Yard, City Centre, Exeter EX1 1HB, UK Directions

Since 2013

Speciality:

Olives Charcuterie Cheesy French Onion Fougasse Sun-dried Tomato Fougasse Chicken Liver Parfait French Onion Soup Twice-baked Soufflé Potted Crab Calamari Tarte Tatin Confit Pork Belly Bourguignon Vegan Fable Burger Côte Burger Pan-fried Salmon Moules Marinière Lamb Mafalde Pistou Gnocchi

Cote Brasserie Exeter serves regional specialities and traditional classics in a friendly atmosphere. The restaurant also offers a kids' menu. They always strive to provide their guests with experienced, efficient service and tasty food. Cote Brasserie Exeter has Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, and Vegan Menu Options. They have high chairs and baby-changing facilities. You can also benefit from their gift cards to enjoy savings on your dining experience.

2025 Update: For lunch or an early evening meal, Cote Brasserie Exeter is perfect. Try their Prix Fixe set menu, full of classic favourites. Enjoy dishes like Steak Frites and finish with a delicious Chocolate Mousse dessert. They use only the best fresh ingredients. The steaks are carefully selected and prepared by their Master Butchers.

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Price:

Appetisers
Olives £5.00
Charcuterie £8.00
Fougasse £7.50
Starters
Chicken Liver Parfait £10.00
French Onion Soup £9.00
Twice-Baked Soufflé £10.50
Potted Crab £11.00
Calamari £10.00
King Prawns £10.00
Warm Beetroot Salad £9.00
SautéEd Scallops £13.50
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Tarte Tatin £17.00
Bourguignon £24.00
CôTe Burger £17.50
Confit Pork Belly £21.00
Vegan Fable Burger £17.50
Pan-Fried Salmon £20.50
Moules MarinièRe £17.50
Pasta
Lamb Mafalde £19.00
Seafood Linguine £19.50
Pistou Gnocchi £16.50
Salads & Baguettes
Salad NiçOise £18.50
Roast Chicken Salad £18.00
Sirloin Steak £18.00
French Onion £15.50

Contact:

01392 433406

Mon-Thu: 9am - 9pm
Fri & Sat: 9am - 10pm
Sun: 9am - 8pm

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Bistro du Vin Exeter
Bistro du Vin Exeter
Bistro du Vin Exeter
4+ YEARS IN TBR
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BISTRO DU VIN EXETER

Magdalen Street, Exeter EX2 4HY, UK Directions

Speciality:

Classic Full Cooked Full Vegan Breakfast Eggs Benedict Oak Smoked Salmon Avocado On Toast Boiled Eggs Grilled Kipper French Toast A Curated Journey Through Wine and Flavour Hills and Valleys Riesling Chicken Liver Parfait Elias Mora ‘contracorriente’ Verdejo Saumon Fumé Louis Tête Brouilly Boeuf Bourguignon

Bistro du Vin Exeter is the heart of the Hotel du Vin. The food at their Exeter restaurant is inspired by home-style French cooking with robust, earthy dishes and slow-cooked foods; Bistro du Vin Exeter's sublime menu has an undeniably British flavour. They prepare food with fresh and seasonal produce ingredients. Charlotte Milford is the Deputy General Manager of the restaurant. Their superb, simple dishes are prepared beautifully and served in a warm and relaxing setting.

2025 Update: Bistro du Vin Exeter offers an elegant yet relaxed setting for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. It’s the perfect place to meet friends, celebrate, or enjoy some time out. Explore the Bistro menu for a taste of fine dining. Gift cards are also available. Book a table.

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Price:

Soupe À L'oignon £9.95
Chicken Liver Parfait £9.50
Morteau Sausage, Spinach & Gruyère Quiche £10.50
Beetroot & Goats Cheese Salad £8.50
Sautéed Mushrooms £8.50
Severn & Wye Smoked Salmon £11.50
Tiger Prawns £13.50
Roasted King Scallops £16.95
Escargots Bourguignon Starts from £8.95
Crème Brûlée £8.50
Valrhona 'nyangbo' Pot Au Chocolat £7.95
Poire Belle Hélène Sundae £10.95
Tarte Tatin Du Jour £8.95

Contact:

01392 790120

Mon-Fri: 7am - 9:30pm
Sat & Sun: 8am - 9:30pm

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Arcadia Exeter
Arcadia Exeter
Arcadia Exeter
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ARCADIA EXETER

6 Northernhay Place, Exeter EX4 3QJ, UK Directions

Speciality:

Garlic and Thyme Marinated Olives Warm Bread With Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegar Beetroot Hummus With Chilli Oil and Pitta Mini Roasted Rosemary and Garlic Camembert With Crusted Bread Padron Peppers In Soy and Chilli Flakes Utopian Beer Battered Haddock Curried Hake With Onion Bhaji Charred King Prawn Tails On A Bed Of Dressed Rocket Desserts Triple Chocolate Brownie Bites Tossed In Warm Chocolate Sauce Affogato (double Espresso Shot With Vanilla Ice Cream Crème Brulé With Shortbread Biscuits

2025 Update: Arcadia Exeter is an inclusive and relaxed space where small plates inspired by global flavours and made with fresh, local ingredients take centre stage. Located in a historic building, Arcadia Exeter is the perfect place for casual drinks, sharing meals, or a fun night out with friends. With 16 beer lines from independent brewers, a small plates and sharers menu inspired by international cuisine, and an extensive wine list featuring both international and local producers, Arcadia offers a welcoming and social atmosphere for everyone to enjoy.

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Price:

Appetisers And Nibbles
Garlic And Thyme Marinated Olives £4.00
Warm Bread With Olive Oil And Balsamic Vinegar £4.00
Beetroot Hummus With Pitta And Baguette £4.50
Mini Anti Pasti £6.50
Truffle And Parmesan Fries £4.50
From The Sea
Lyme Bay Mussels £8.80
Beer Battered Haddock £7.90
Porlock Bay Oyster £4.00 Per Oyster
Pan Fried Seabass £10.90
Panko King Prawns £10.00
From The Farm
Chicharron (Pork Belly) £8.00
Chicken Breast £8.00
Lamb & Feta Arancini £8.00
Sticky Glazed Chicken Wings £7.50
Chicken Schnitzel £8.00
From The Garden
Puy Lentil Dahl £6.50
Tender Stem Broccoli £4.50
Crispy Potatoes £4.50
Padron Peppers £5.50
Mushroom Risotto £6.50
No Meat Balls £8.50

Contact:

Tue: 4pm - 10:30am
Wed & Thu: 4pm - 11am
Fri & Sat: 12pm - 11am
Sun: 12pm - 7am
Mon: Closed

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