Seacliff

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Seacliff Restaurant, Ilfracombe – Michelin-Recommended Modern British Dining

The Seacliff Restaurant at Sandy Cove Hotel

Perched above Combe Martin Bay with views across the water, Seacliff is the fine-dining restaurant at the Sandy Cove Hotel in Ilfracombe. The setting is intimate and relaxed, designed to let the panorama and the plate share equal billing. The restaurant is open for dinner Thursday through Saturday from 6:30pm.

The kitchen, led by the Head Chef and his team, focuses on Modern British cuisine built from the best local and seasonal produce Devon offers. Ingredients are sourced from the surrounding waters and pastures, and the menu changes to reflect what is at its peak. Dishes are made from scratch on site, cooked to order, and presented as an exquisite taster menu that balances tradition with contemporary technique.

This approach has earned Seacliff a 3 AA Rosette award and a place on the Michelin guide’s recommended list for 2026—a clear mark of the kitchen’s consistency and ambition. The team is constantly exploring new ideas, ensuring the menu evolves while remaining rooted in the region’s larder.

For those with dietary preferences, the kitchen accommodates vegan and vegetarian requests, and the restaurant features both air conditioning and outdoor seating for warmer evenings. A sample menu is available online to preview the current offerings. For larger parties of more than eight, the restaurant can be contacted directly to arrange the booking.