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Delicious food in relaxed beachside dining.  - Blackpool Sands Cafe and Restaurant, Dartmouth, Devon

Blackpool Sands Cafe and Restaurant

4.5 (136)
£25 and under
Seafood
Blackpool Sands, Dartmouth, Devon TQ6 0RG

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Blackpool Sands Cafe and Restaurant

4.5
£25 and under
Seafood
Dartmouth

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 3 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for brunch
  • Charming
Join us for relaxed beachside dining with the most stunning backdrop. Our restaurant is right on Blackpool Sands, the most beautiful Blue Flag beach. Our Head Chef Sam has created a range of fantastic dishes from beachside staples to seafood specials. Join us daily from 9am to 4pm (later in Summer months); with breakfast served until 11.00am and lunch available until close. Teas, coffees, drinks, cakes and pastries served all day. Delicious Sunday lunch through the Winter months. Please check our social media for special events.


Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Grill, Fish
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 9:00 am–4:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Sam Evans
  • Neighborhood
    Dartmouth
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Public transit
    There is a bus stop right outside the beach on the 93 bus route.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Blackpool Sands Cafe and Restaurant.

4.5

4.5
(136)
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Blackpool Sands Cafe and Restaurant offers a "stunning location" with "spectacular views" and a "cosy atmosphere" perfect for enjoying "delicious food." Known for its "excellent Sunday roast" and "fab food," guests rave about the "friendly and efficient staff." A must-visit for a "special breakfast" by the beach.
136 Reviews
  1. Rob

    Devon1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    100% brilliant such a nice location excellent service and amazing food just love this place

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  2. Roger

    London2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on October 20, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Poor quality battered fish, too much hard batter hardly any fish.

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  3. Yvonne

    Birmingham1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 16, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely atmosphere, location and service. Loved the Hake

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  4. Louise

    Devon2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 16, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a great way to start the weekend, friendly staff, stunning location, cosy restaurant, topped off with delicious food - Fish Friday was a real treat! - highly recommend.

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  5. Michelle

    Devon3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 16, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Spectacular views of the cove, whilst enjoying a wonderful fish and chips with a drink or two. Service great. Thank you for a lovely evening.

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  6. Phyllis

    Devon1 review

    3.0

    Dined on October 4, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    2 of us had the roast, it was cold and the roast potatoes we’re uneatable, the 3rd person had fish and chips which was absolutely first class. We were given coffee and tea when informed.

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  7. Linda

    London5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 2, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Although very tasty we both felt the breakfast could have included an extra egg and sausage or rasher of bacon for the cost. However the ambience is perfect and we will go back

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  8. Charlie Gold

    Devon11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 27, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent sunday roast. Delicious beef and pork, perfectly cooked sides and decent portions. Lovely service from the staff and a beautiful restaurant in an amazing location

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  9. John

    Gloucestershire1 review

    4.0

    Dined on September 25, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Friendly, helpful staff. Lovely location and quiet as it was the end of September. Would visit again if in the vicinity.

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  10. Jill

    Cheshire3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 5, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We visit every time we are in Devon on holiday. This time we brought our friends and they loved it. Blackpool Sands is a beautiful location and eating here feels like you are abroad. Fab food, we will be back next time.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Grill, Fish
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 9:00 am–4:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Sam Evans
  • Neighborhood
    Dartmouth
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Public transit
    There is a bus stop right outside the beach on the 93 bus route.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Yes, Blackpool Sands Café and Restaurant offers outdoor seating, including a balcony/terrace where guests enjoy sea views while they eat.

Yes, dogs are frequently part of visits here; guests describe coming to the cafe with their dogs and call the location dog friendly.

Casual dress is the guide, comfortable, relaxed clothing (beach‑friendly attire is entirely appropriate) and nothing formal is required.

Blackpool Sands Café and Restaurant feels relaxed and beachside, with stunning sea views, friendly attentive service and occasional live music, guests often praise its beautiful interior and welcoming vibe.

Weekends (and busy holiday services) are the peak times, guests report it often gets busy at the weekend and has been “humming” on Easter and other holiday services.

Yes, the beachside setting regularly welcomes diners with dogs; guests describe coming off the beach with their dogs and enjoying breakfast or a meal.

Yes, families dine here regularly; guests report bringing children (including ages 10, 7 and 2) and ordering kids' meals, with staff praised for warm, helpful service.

Sunday is a favourite, the cafe is known for its popular Sunday lunch/roast, which guests repeatedly praise.

Mornings are ideal, guests repeatedly praise Blackpool Sands for breakfast and brunch with spectacular sea views, and the owner notes breakfast is served until 11:00. Weekends can be busier, so a weekday morning will feel more relaxed.

Guests report good-sized portions, several reviewers specifically praise the Sunday roast and the fish-and-chips as satisfying, well-portioned dishes.

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Blackpool Sands Cafe and Restaurant

4.5
£25 and under
Seafood
Dartmouth

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 3 times today
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