The Olive Branch

The Olive Branch in Ilfracombe is a great choice when you want something a bit more grown-up than "grab a sandwich and hope for the best", but you're still travelling with a dog who insists on being part of the storyline. Dogs are welcome inside, so nobody needs to do the pavement-waiting shuffle. Expect a relaxed, welcoming vibe and food that feels like a proper treat after a day of walking, browsing, and dodging seagulls with criminal intent.

It's ideal for an evening stop where you can sit back and let someone else do the cooking for once. Dogs tend to enjoy places like this because there's a calm rhythm to the room, plus plenty of interesting people to quietly charm from a safe distance.

Bring your dog's best manners, and you'll get a lovely meal and a very smug pup who thinks they've been out for dinner too. Perfect for wet-weather evenings when everyone deserves a proper sit-down meal together.