A glowing fairy-light-filled entrance and relaxed ambience create an inviting welcome for visitors to popular Fletcher’s Restaurant in Plymouth.

With high-street chains ubiquitous across UK city centres, it can be a challenge to find distinguished independents that deliver on both quality and atmosphere. Thankfully, family-run Fletcher’s in Plymouth hits the mark, offering refined dining in a relaxed yet intimate setting.

Whether diners are celebrating a special occasion or seeking a showstopping pre-theatre feed, chef-patron Fletcher Andrews’ elegant dishes don’t fail to impress – reflected in its two AA rosettes and Michelin recommendation.

Pan-fried hand-dived Orkney scallop is served with dressed sweet peas, pea puree, smoked haddock and chicken consommé and a malt vinegar and potato tuille, while stuffed and herb-crusted brill is elevated with a basil and courgette puree, mussel agnolotti, confit courgette, Isle of Wight tomatoes and beurre blanc.

Desserts such as raspberry soufflé with white chocolate and pistachio ice cream and crème anglaise provide a beautiful finishing note, the culinary symphony rounded off by exquisitely presented petits fours.

Trencherman’s tip

Heading to Theatre Royal Plymouth after your meal? Reserve your pre-show feast at nearby Fletcher’s well in advance as tables get booked up quickly.