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Located at 1 St James Pl in Ilfracombe, Espresso Bar has quickly become a sought-after destination for seafood lovers. Customers consistently rave about the freshness and quality of their offerings, particularly the Carlingford Lough oysters and the decadent grilled Lundy lobster.
Reviewers like Mary Ann describe their experience as a culinary journey, evoking memories of exotic locales with every bite. Patrons appreciate the extensive wine menu, which complements the flavorful dishes splendidly. Sam Cooke highlights the experience of enjoying clams and fish soup followed by a delightful crab, showcasing the variety and creativity in their menu.
The atmosphere is noted for its warmth and hospitality, with customers praising the friendly and attentive service. Whether you choose to dine outdoors or inside, the ambiance at Espresso Bar enhances the enjoyment of their exquisite dessert selection, including the warm chocolate brownie and the delightful clotted cream & ginger mousse.
With glowing testimonials and rave reviews, it’s no surprise that bookings are recommended well in advance. Espresso Bar isn’t just a meal; it’s a memorable experience that deserves every bit of its five-star acclaim.
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Based on 130 reviewsEspresso Bar in Ilfracombe is widely praised for its exceptional seafood offerings and diverse wine selection, attracting both local diners and visitors seeking a memorable culinary experience. Reviewers consistently highlight the friendly and attentive service, contributing to a welcoming atmosphere. The restaurant’s outdoor seating is appreciated, especially by those bringing pets. Guests often recommend booking in advance due to its growing popularity. Notable mentions include innovative and expertly prepared dishes, with many diners impressed by the quality and freshness of the seafood. Additionally, the cocktail menu receives positive remarks, adding to the overall enjoyable dining experience at this charming seafood establishment.
Great seafood! And extensive wine menu. Really friendly servers too
Sunday Funday at the Espresso Seafood Bar and Restaurant. We skipped breakfast at our hotel to enjoy a late afternoon lunch with Espresso. Where do I begin?? From the friendly greeting throughout our dining experience was on point. The dishes were prepared in excellence and even my husband said the cuisine brought him back to Singapore and the Caymans. C'mon, to find a place here of all places?? We can't even find a place of this caliber in my village in London!! BRAVO Staff quick to service, seafood quality hard to be found at this level....Espresso deserves 5+ for their warm hospitality and positive experience. Thank you ~ Mary & Geoff. My husband has all the cool pics..check his review on TripAdvisor ;-) #foodcoma
Thank you so much Helen and Izzi for an amazing Sunday lunch. We had clams and fish soup for starter, lemon sole and a large crab for mains, followed by a medley of desserts. What a treat! We will look forward to visiting again. I would highly recommend this little gem
We booked this restaurant a few weeks before coming and I am so glad we did . We were able to sit outside which was lovely, the staff were friendly and the food was really good. We had the crab which was very tasty (and messy!). Also had good cocktails options!
A truly sublime restaurant, the food is exquisite. I tried skate and black for the first time which was out of this world. I recommend booking in advance since it seems people realise how good the food is. Dogs are welcome if you don't mind sitting outside.
Just WOW first time here for us 100% will be calling back thankyou . Lovely atmosphere and service too.
This place was a little surprise for us. We had mixed of fresh oysters to start with, then server also seafood small plates such as the sea bass ceviche, seafood soup, crab croquettes and chilli clams. Impressed by the dishes and saw the freshness of the lobster the next table ordered, I also ordered half a lobster and my partner had a whole lemon sole. All the seafood were very fresh and tasty. The portion size of the clams was a little bit small. For the lobster the waitress kindly accepted my request for the crusher claw.
lovely bowl of mussels and probably the rest ,nice menu,inside and outside seating
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