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The Green Ginger
The Green Ginger
The Green Ginger
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THE GREEN GINGER

(4.9 Score)
Lower Ground Floor, Winter Garden, Fleet Walk, Torquay TQ2 5DZ, UK Directions

Since 2009

Speciality:

✓ Scampi ✓ All-Day Brunch ✓ Veggie Brunch ✓ BBQ Chicken Melt ✓ Steak and Ale Pudding ✓ Bangers and Mash ✓ Veggie Bangers and Mash ✓ Ham ✓ Eggs and Chips ✓ Nachos ✓ Chips ✓ Chips with Curry Sauce ✓ Cheesy Chips ✓ Loaded Chips ✓ Chicken Bites ✓ Chicken Strips ✓ Chicken Wings ✓ Quorn Nuggets ✓ Millionaire’s Shortbread ✓ Vanilla Ice Cream ✓ Cookie Crunch ✓ Mini Warm Chocolate Brownie ✓ Mini Warm Cookie Dough Sandwich ✓ Mini American Pancakes ✓ Fresh Fruit and Ice Cream ✓ Salted Caramel Sticky Toffee Pudding ✓ Warm Chocolate Fudge Cake ✓ Warm Chocolate Brownie ✓ Warm Cookie Dough Sandwich

“2025 Update: The Green Ginger welcomes you from breakfast until 12 noon, and you can enjoy free refills (every day) on tea and Lavazza coffee. For lunch and dinner, a variety of lighter bites are available, including deli deals, vegetarian options, gourmet burgers, and freshly made pizzas. The Green Ginger also offers a fantastic selection of drinks, from real ales and craft beers to gins and soft drinks. You can enjoy table service through the Wetherspoon app, thanks to their unlimited free Wi-Fi. This pub is fully accessible with step-free access.”

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Price:

Pub Classics
Fish & Chips £11.55
Scampi £11.55
All-Day Brunch £10.90
Veggie Brunch £10.90
BBQ Chicken Melt £11.55
Steak & Ale Pudding £9.79
Bangers & Mash £9.79
Veggie Bangers & Mash £9.79
Ham, Eggs & Chips £9.21
Small Plates
Nachos £6.24
Chips £3.99
Chips with Curry Sauce £5.29
Cheesy Chips £5.49
Loaded Chips £5.79
Chicken Bites £6.52
Chicken Strips £6.52
Chicken Wings £7.19
Quorn Nuggets £5.62
Desserts
Millionaire’s Shortbread £2.61
Vanilla Ice Cream £2.26
Cookie Crunch £2.26
Mini Warm Chocolate Brownie £3.43
Mini Warm Cookie Dough Sandwich £3.43
Mini American Pancakes £4.28
Fresh Fruit & Ice Cream £3.49
Salted Caramel Sticky Toffee Pudding £5.72
Warm Chocolate Fudge Cake £6.06
Warm Chocolate Brownie £6.06
Warm Cookie Dough Sandwich £6.06
Apple Crumble £6.37
American Pancakes £5.72
Breakfast Butties & Wraps
Baco

Contact:

01803 217960

Mon-Thu & Sun: 8am - 12am
Fri & Sat: 8am - 1am

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The Drum Inn
The Drum Inn
The Drum Inn
4+ YEARS IN TBR
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THE DRUM INN

(4.8 Score)
Cockington Village, Torquay TQ2 6XA, UK Directions

Since 1936

Speciality:

✓ Halloumi and Aubergine ✓ Moroccan Chicken ✓ Tender Lamb Rump ✓ Feta Salad and Tortilla ✓ Hummus and Flatbread ✓ Slaw and Chips ✓ Signature Burger ✓ Crispy Chicken Burger ✓ Butternut Squash and Chickpea ✓ Chicken Liver Pate ✓ Devon Crab Cake ✓ Tandoori Chicken Skewer ✓ Garden Pea Falafel ✓ Scallop ✓ King Prawn and Crab ✓ Garlic Mushrooms ✓ Today's Soup ✓ Salt and Pepper Calamari ✓ Sticky Platter ✓ Honey and Truffle Camembert ✓ 7oz Fillet ✓ 10oz Rib-Eye ✓ Garlic King Prawns ✓ Beer-Battered Onion Rings ✓ Mac and Cheese ✓ Garlic Ciabatta ✓ Rocket Salad ✓ Garlic and Cheese Mushrooms

“The Drum Inn has an incredible array of fine wines, real ales, soft drinks, and spirits. The pub is set in the heart of picturesque Cockington Village. They have a thatched roof, dark wood panelled floor and an inventive menu of pub food. Their menus are country pub classics and their seasonal spring dishes, and they will be ready with a well-stocked bar, including cask ales, fine wines, and British gin to suit every taste. The Drum Inn gift cards are an excellent way to give the experience of the best food and drink. Special offers are also available at the pub. The Drum Inn offers outside food allowed, outdoor seating and a quiz night.

2025 Update: The Drum Inn is a dog-friendly, cosy, country pub with a great beer garden set.”

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Price:

STARTERS
Chicken Liver Pate £8.50
Devon Crab Cake £8.50
Tandoori Chicken Skewer £8.75
Garden Pea Falafel (VE) £7.95
Scallop, King Prawn & Crab £11.75
Garlic Mushrooms (V) £7.25
Today's Soup (V) £6.75
Salt & Pepper Calamari £7.75
SHARERS
Sticky Platter £19.95
Honey & Truffle Camembert (V) £15.95
STEAKS
7oz Fillet £30.25
10oz Rib-Eye £27.25
IRRESISTIBLE EXTRAS
Garlic King Prawns £4.25
Beer-Battered Onion Rings (V) £4.25
Mac & Cheese (V) £4.25
Garlic Ciabatta (V) £3.50
Rocket Salad (VE) £4.25
Garlic & Cheese Mushrooms (V) £4.25
SIGNATURE SKEWERS
Halloumi & Aubergine (V) £17.95
Moroccan Chicken £18.50
Tender Lamb Rump £18.25
SKewer Sides
Feta Salad & Tortilla (V) £4.25
Hummus & Flatbread (V) £4.25
Slaw & Chips (V) £4.25
BURGERS
Signature Burger £18.25
Crispy Chicken Burger £16.75
Butternut Squash & Chickpea (VE) £15.75

Contact:

01803 690264

Mon-Wed & Sun: 11:30am - 10pm
Thu-Sat: 11:30am - 11pm

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The Willow Tree
The Willow Tree
The Willow Tree
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THE WILLOW TREE

(4.8 Score)
Condor Way, Torquay TQ2 7TG, UK Directions

Speciality:

✓ Gammon and Mustard Sandwich ✓ Veggie Fingers Sandwich ✓ Turkey ✓ Stuffing and Cranberry ✓ Beef and Horseradish Sandwich ✓ Southern Fried Chicken Sandwich ✓ Mixed Salad ✓ Pick 'n' Mix 5 ✓ Crispy Fried Chicken ✓ Dough Balls ✓ Crispy Tempura Prawns ✓ Halloumi Fries ✓ Chicken Wings ✓ Doritos Cool Original Nachos ✓ Garlic Flatbread with Cheese ✓ Cheddar and Jalapeno Doughnuts ✓ Salt and Pepper Mushrooms ✓ Veggie Dippers ✓ Garlic Pizza Flatbread ✓ The Full Works (Carvery) ✓ Traditional Carvery ✓ Pigs in Blankets ✓ Meat Free Carvery ✓ Plant-Based Chicken ✓ Leek Fondue Bake ✓ Small Carvery

“2025 Update: The Willow Tree is a straightforward chain pub featuring a carvery that offers roast lunches and dinners, along with hearty pub classics. Their generously portioned carvery roasts and freshly made stone-baked pizzas provide excellent value, making it no surprise that locals in and around Torquay love dining here. The Willow Tree is a relaxed, family-friendly venue serving freshly prepared carvery and roasts, stonebaked pizzas, and tasty pub staples. They also serve juicy burgers and flavorful vegetarian and vegan dishes, all at great prices.”

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Price:

Starters
Pick 'N' Mix 5 for £15.99
Crispy Fried Chicken £4.29
Dough Balls (V) £4.29
Crispy Tempura Prawns £4.29
Halloumi Fries (V) £4.29
Chicken Wings £4.29
Doritos Cool Original Nachos £4.29
Garlic Flatbread with Cheese £5.29
Cheddar & Jalapeno Doughnuts £4.29
Salt & Pepper Mushrooms (V) £4.29
Veggie Dippers (VE) £4.29
Garlic Pizza Flatbread (V) £4.29
The Carvery
The Full Works £13.99
Traditional Carvery £10.49
Go Large Trade Up £2.00
Pigs in Blankets £1.49
Meat Free Carvery (V) £8.49
Plant Based Chicken £10.49
Leek Fondue Bake (V) £10.49
Small Carvery £7.99
Salad & Sandwiches
Gammon & Mustard Sandwich £6.49
Veggie Fingers Sandwich (V) £6.49
Turkey, Stuffing & Cranberry £6.49
Beef & Horseradish Sandwich £6.49
Southern Fried Chicken Sandwich £6.49
Mixed Salad (V) £10.99
Choose your Salad Topping: 2 for £12
Handmade Pizza
Meat Feast C

Contact:

01803 615245

Mon-Sun: 9am - 10pm

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THE GREEN GINGER REVIEWS

This was a brilliant pub for drinking, with views of the greenery outside from the large windows! The design is nice with the lights all over underneath pipes, counter is stylish too. I enjoyed the Pear Cider on for the Cider's festival, seating is comfortable and table kept clean.

What a great spoons in a quirky building .another tim martin masterpiece .breakfast was superb & staff fantastic.

Staff friendly and helpful Well stocked bar Food very nice and great prices Great location.

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THE DRUM INN REVIEWS

Brilliant Food, all my family found their meals tasty with a good size portion. The staff were warming, friendly and welcoming. The toilets were lovely and clean and smelt nice. The disabled entrances were very accessible for my nan to get into and out of. And what a beautiful location in the quaint little village of Cockington! 5 stars given from all my family who dined here tonight.

We had a superb time at the drum inn we had a lovely meal we recommend the the seared fillets of sea bass and the duo of lamb. Well the starters and puddings were delicious also.

We really enjoyed our visit here, it was a first for us as we were visiting on holiday. Beautiful setting, great facilities and plenty of seating both inside and out. The staff were attentive, considerate and caring! We have a rescue dog who needs space, and without asking, staff gave him the space he needed when serving us, thank you! Lovely food and good prices too.

THE WILLOW TREE REVIEWS

Our server Shirley was absolutely wonderful! She were warm, friendly, and attentive without being overbearing. Drinks were always topped up, and they checked in at just the right times. Their kindness and genuine smile made our dining experience extra enjoyable. We’ll definitely be back.

What a lovely place. The staff are so attentive with my mum who has celiac desease. Our waiter Liam was a1, such a lovely man. Would highly recommend this restaurant and I will definitely come back again.

The food was lovely and the customer service was great. Shirley was fantastic and the gentleman serving us our meat at the carvery. Would definitely recommend.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

THE GREEN GINGER Total Inspection Points: 117/120
Complete Info: 8
Experience: 9
Acknowledgements: 10
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Current Evaluation: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Accuracy of 6.4K: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

THE DRUM INN Total Inspection Points: 116/120
Acknowledgements: 8
Complete Info: 9
Reviews Accuracy of 5.1K: 9
Table Reservations: 10
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Pricing: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

THE WILLOW TREE Total Inspection Points: 115/120
Acknowledgements: 8
Reviews Accuracy of 4.2K: 8
Complete Info: 9
Table Reservations: 10
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Current Evaluation: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Pricing: 10
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