The Dartmoor Inn

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The Dartmoor Inn, Tavistock | Fire-Cooked British Dining & Rooms

Fire at the Heart of British Cooking

The Dartmoor Inn in Tavistock grounds its British cooking in an open flame. A bespoke Ox Grill sits at the centre of the dining room, where chefs sear grass-fed Devon beef and fresh Brixham fish over direct heat. The kitchen draws heavily from the owners’ Eversfield Organic Farm and Market Garden, ensuring every seasonal plate reflects the surrounding moorland. This approach earned the venue a spot as a Local Gem in the 2026 Good Food Guide, recognising how straightforward preparation lets quality ingredients speak for themselves.

Hearty Plates Built for Moorside Walks

Guests frequently return for the seriously aged Aberdeen Angus steaks served rare straight from the griddle. Each portion arrives alongside triple-cooked chips infused with rosemary, thyme, and garlic, plus mixed leaves harvested directly from the farm. Lighter options appear just as carefully, including warm ciabatta sandwiches layered with caramelised onions and local cheeses. The menu shifts with the seasons, maintaining this standard of British cuisine through whatever the land actually yields.

Rooms Overlooking Wild Landscapes

A short staircase leads up from the dining area to five individually named bedrooms, each positioned to catch morning light across the national park. Visitors often book these spaces after long walks through ancient stone circles or while tracking wild ponies across the plateau. The inn maintains a steady rhythm of quiet hospitality, balancing busy weekend tables with early morning breakfast service. Staying overnight simply extends the time spent absorbing the landscape and savouring locally brewed organic ales.