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The Blue Ball Exeter, Exeter, Devon

The Blue Ball Exeter

4.6
4.6
908 Reviews
£25 and under
British

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 12 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
The Blue Ball team offer a warm welcome to one and all at the Blue Ball Inn, a fine turn of the 17th Century thatched pub and restaurant with accommodation in Sandygate on the edge of Exeter Devon.

Considered to be one of the prettiest pubs in the area, the Blue Ball Inn is the ideal location should you wish to visit us for a glass of wine, a pint of traditional real ale, a tasty bar snack or an enjoyable lunch or evening meal in our delightful restaurant. Inside, you will find a relaxed ambiance full of style and comfort with its cosy interior. During the cooler months the real log-burning fire creates a lovely atmosphere whilst in warmer months you can sit outside in our beer garden which enhances this charming restaurant and pub watering hole.

Our head chef takes real pleasure in cooking culinary delights and delicacies using Devon's finest produce that always reflects the season of the year.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Hours of operation
    Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Breakfast Mon–Sat 8:00 am–10:00 am Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:30 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    01392 873401
  • Website
    http://blueballpub.co.uk/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    ROBERT PALMER
  • Location
    Sandygate, Exeter, Devon EX2 7JL
  • Neighborhood
    Exeter
  • Parking details
    Ample parking provided in the car park or behind the pub.
  • Public transit
    Newcourt or Digby Sowton train station.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 908 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Devon

    Best Overall

  • Devon

    Good for business meals

  • Devon

    Neighborhood gem

  • Devon

    British

  • Devon

    Most Booked

  • East Devon

    Best Overall

  • East Devon

    Best Food

  • East Devon

    Best Service

  • East Devon

    Best Ambiance

  • East Devon

    Best Value

  • East Devon

    Great for brunch

  • East Devon

    Kid-friendly

  • East Devon

    Good for groups

  • East Devon

    Healthy

  • East Devon

    Neighborhood gem

  • East Devon

    Great for outdoor dining

  • East Devon

    Good for special occasions

  • East Devon

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • East Devon

    Lively

  • East Devon

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Blue Ball Exeter is a charming spot known for its "fantastic food" and "friendly service." Guests rave about the "lovely atmosphere" and diverse menu options, from vegan dishes to traditional Sunday roasts. The recent refurbishment, including a beautiful new Orangery, adds to its appeal as a go-to destination for both locals and visitors.

908 Reviews

  1. Jane

    London

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Good food but service a bit slow and the pub was rather noisy

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  2. Rachel

    Devon

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Absolutely fabulous food. Large portions but also well considered flavours and beautifully presented. Service was friendly and very attentive.

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  3. David

    Yorkshire

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice and friendly good menu but as with everywhere these days portions were too big and the majority of our party had to leave some.

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  4. Wayne

    Devon

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and very attentive staff with excellent customer service.

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  5. Julie

    Devon

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Last minute booking , met by friendly efficient attentive staff Great food , it was fairly busy but not noisy , lovely atmosphere with background music set at the perfect volume

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  6. Julie

    Bath

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really lovely pub with an amazing menu! Good range of gluten free choices too! Staff were so friendly and helpful and the atmosphere and decor were lovely.

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  7. Carole

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every thing was excellent, can't say enough about hiw we enjoyed it.

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  8. Rhoda

    Devon

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our third visit and it will not be our last. Food was very tasty and there was a good choice available on the menu. They have recently refurbished too, and this was done really well. Will look forward to our next visit when we are in the area again.

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  9. Anne

    Hampshire

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 19, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food took a long time to come . Told it was being plated but still after 12 mins wasn't with us. Very nice food when it came.

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  10. Pam

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Actually the food was quite nice. We live pretty close by and have seen this place grow and ate there many times. However, I had a roast dinner, paid extra for cauliflower cheese, £1.75 (really) for a spoonful on the plate, two glasses of wine and cost me just short of £50. Not sure if I would rush back there. Lots of places around that serve really good food for a lot less.

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The Blue Ball Exeter is rated 4.6 stars by 908 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 12 times today
Google Map for The Blue Ball Exeter

Sandygate, Exeter, Devon EX2 7JL

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Exeter
  • Hours of operation
    Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Breakfast Mon–Sat 8:00 am–10:00 am Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:30 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Ample parking provided in the car park or behind the pub.
  • Public transit
    Newcourt or Digby Sowton train station.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    ROBERT PALMER
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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