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Gorton's Restaurant

19 Plymouth Road, Tavistock, Dartmoor National Park, England
01822 617581
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Ranked #3 of 39 restaurants in Tavistock
Cuisines: English
Dining options: Reservations
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surrey
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75 reviews 75 reviews
65 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 34 cities Reviews in 34 cities
42 helpful votes 42 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 June 2013

Had been looking forward to eating here, as we visit Tavistock every year. The three of us enjoyed the meal very much. We loved the tiny restaurant, only 4 tables, far enough apart. Food was generally excellent, and beautifully presented, and portions were more than adequate. The welcome was as if we were old friends, even though it was our... More

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London, UK
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42 reviews 42 reviews
9 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 34 cities Reviews in 34 cities
56 helpful votes 56 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013

Four of us had a very nice meal here. Interesting menu including good options for the vegetarian in our party. Very good quality food, nice wine list. Friendly and efficient service. The ambience was rather dull and uninspired but we were focused on the food. We would definitely go back if we're in the area.

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Chester, United Kingdom
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24 reviews 24 reviews
16 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

A place for a special occasion as quite expensive. Food however was brilliant! Not too sure about the overall ambiance! A little bit like dining in your own dining room! Will go back for a special do as quite expensive for a "oh lets pop out for something to eat!"

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See 2 more reviews by PINKFIZ for Tavistock
uk
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5 restaurant reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

Plenty of choice on the menu for a fixed price 2 or 3 course evening meal. We were celebrating our wedding anniversary and it was a lovely meal in great surroundings.

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Plymouth, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2013

10 of us attended for my birthday lunch. We had our own room and a large square table which made chatting to everyone easy.The food was superb. Flavours and presentation were excellent. Staff from kitchen to waitresses friendly and competent.

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See 3 more reviews by Clairewithredhair for Tavistock
Bath
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11 reviews 11 reviews
9 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2013

Small intimate restaurant with an enthusiastic team. A small selection of dishes on each course but all cooked perfectly. An emphasis on local produce as you'd expect. The wine list was not extensive but very well selected and at reasonable prices. We booked on Thursday for the Friday, it won't be long before such short notice bookings will be more... More

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Tavistock, United Kingdom
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4 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 March 2013

I live in Tavistock and Gorton's is really the only restaurant I would recommend. Having returned for a third visit (and counting) was delighted to find the experience just gets better! I would be happy to select anything on the menu (I am fussy) and know I wont be disappointed. The assiette of desserts is to die for! The staff... More

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Callington, United Kingdom
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21 reviews 21 reviews
13 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
34 helpful votes 34 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 March 2013

A very pleasant lunch with our two children. Our request for a vegetarian option was well catered for and Peter Gorton always does a superb assiette with as much attention to detail as the meat/fish dishes. Lovely service and very polite staff. We will return. My only slight complaint would be the coffee it was weak and rather tasteless, I... More

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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 March 2013

This is a very good restaurant. Both the menu and the wine list are short but interesting which is the sign of self confidence and this confidence is entiely justified. The staff are charming and solicitous.

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Exeter
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Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 March 2013 via mobile

Once again we were treated to a lovely meal at this excellent restaurant. The food is all freshly cooked and features a catch of the day. I had sea bass which was delicious. The dining room has a lovely ambience and the staff are all very friendly, and also very knowledgeable about the dishes. We shall certainly return!

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