Sandy Cove Hotel

Few restaurants can rival the setting of The Seacliff at Sandy Cove Hotel. Perched on a north Devon clifftop between Exmoor and the Atlantic, the restaurant commands sweeping sea views that make even a simple lunch feel like an occasion.

Head chef Jake Bawn and sous chef Phoenix De-Giorgi draw inspiration from the surrounding coastline, creating seasonal dishes with a particular affinity for seafood. A six-course tasting menu showcases the kitchen’s modern approach and includes dishes such as pan-seared scallop with wasabi caviar, sake and chicken velouté, and roasted lamb rack served alongside a shepherd’s pie tartlet, asparagus, black olive and mango. Desserts are equally imaginative, including a saffron doughnut with orange, turmeric and pistachio.

The restaurant’s dramatic position makes it particularly appealing at sunset, when diners can linger over a drink on the terrace while watching the light fade across the water.

Guests can extend the experience with a stay in one of the sea-view rooms and make use of the hotel’s recently expanded spa facilities, which include a sauna, steam room and refurbished pool.