Places to eat In Bude
Looking for the perfect places to eat in Bude? Look no further we have compiled a list of restaurants for every occasion. There are so many places to eat in Bude , from fine dining to amazing tapas, the best beach cafes, and even undoubtedly one of the best bakeries in the UK.
Of course, each of our luxury holiday cottages and yurts have kitchen areas that are equipped with everything you need to create your own fantastic meals during your stay at Woodlands Manor Farm. However, for those days when you just don’t feel like cooking, there are our top picks for amazing places to eat.
While most of these places to eat in Bude are just 15 minutes away from Woodlands Manor Farm, we have included a few a little further afield, that are worth considering, as their food is outstanding.
Life's a Beach
Overlooking Summerleaze Beach, this cafe and bistro is the perfect place to eat in Bude if you fancy a small bite to eat or a sit down meal. As is to be expected from an eatery within touching distance of the sea, freshly sourced seafood is their speciality. Although if seafood isn’t your thing you don’t need to worry as they really do have something for everyone.
Life's a Beach 
Elements
This stylish restaurant features a varied menu of delectable dishes. From fresh fish and steak to pizzas and pastas, Elements can cater to all preferences and cravings. Located at The Beach hotel that overlooks Summerleaze beach, there is no better location to enjoy fine food and a great view.
Elements 
The Deck
The Deck offers British cuisine with a global influence. Their menu draws on the overseas adventures and experiences of the owners, offering a varied menu that has something for everyone. Their outside decking area is the perfect place to eat in Bude whilst watching the sun go down.
The Deck 
The Bank
Serving up traditional Spanish tapas combined with fresh Cornish produce, The Bank delivers a truly unique dining experience. Their menu is chock-full of mouth-watering options and you’ll definitely need a few extra minutes to make your choices! Whether it’s a romantic meal for two or a large group, The Bank restaurant in Bude won’t disappoint.
The Bank 
The Barge
As the name suggests, this wonderful eatery is located on a repurposed canal barge. Whether you’re in the mood for a cup of tea and a cake or something more substantial, you’ll enjoy locally sourced British dishes in spectacularly memorable surroundings, looking out across the picturesque Bude Canal.
The Barge 
Olive Tree
Located next to the gorgeous Bude Canal, Olive Tree offers a well-rounded menu incorporating mediterranean influences. If the weather allows you can dine outside and enjoy the scenic setting or head inside to take in the cosy, rustic interior. The vegan fish & chips is a noteworthy crowd-pleaser!
Olive Tree 
The Preston Gate
The Preston Gate Inn is a popular Bude Inn which serves great traditional pub food, including a Sunday Roast, Fish and Chips and of course a steak. It is so popular with locals and visitors that it is best to book in advance.
Preston GAte 
The Old Smithy
The Old Smithy Inn is a 13th century thatched inn nestled at the top of the valley in Welcombe. The ethos at the Smithy is towards fresh food cooked on the premises with a strong bias towards local and British ingredients where possible.
The Old Smithy 
The Farmers Arms
This stunning countryside pub in Woolfardisworthy, 11 miles north of Woodlands Manor Farm, is definitely worth the journey. The Farmers Arms use meat and produce from their own farm to deliver an exquisite menu of traditional pub grub with a contemporary touch. Take a drive up and discover why it was included in the 2022 Michelin Guide!
The Farmers Arms 
The Bush Inn
The Bush Inn is a 13th Century free house in the beautiful parish of Morwenstow. This hidden gem is rich in character and is one of the oldest pub in Cornwall, with a long history of hospitality dating back to around 950AD. And, guess what it also serves fabulous pub food, be sure to mention you are from Woodlands Manor Farm and you will be guaranteed a warm welcome ( Andy is a local).
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Rosies Cafe
Rosie’s Kitchen is a family run bustling beachside café situated a stones throw from Crooklet’s surfing beach in Bude. Rosie’s is positively bursting with atmosphere and they offer a modern diner with Cornish charm offering delicious beachside food. Rosies has an enclosed sundeck overlooking the amazing waves of the Atlantic.
Rosies Cafe 
Crooklets Beach Cafe
The Crooklets Beach Cafe is the perfect place to relax and refuel. Its a family run cafe just on the edge of Crooklets beach. They use only the freshest local ingredients in varied daily specials menu, while also offering hearty burgers, sandwiches, hot beverages and a range of delicious cakes.
Crooklets Beach Cafe 
The Beach House
Great food and laid-back B&B & Home of The Break Beach Bar. This is a fab beach bar and its listed ‘Top 20 beach-side bars & restaurants in the UK’ (The Times) Sat on Widemouth Bay with private access to one & a half miles of golden sands, coves & rockpools to explore. Beach House has one of the best locations in Bude, if not Cornwall
The Beach House 
The rectory Tearooms
If you like Cream Teas, Cornish pasties and an uniquely old English experience you CANNOT miss the tea rooms. The tearooms has too many awards to mention and they were even featured on the BBC’s “Hairy Bikers Comfort Food”.
The Rectory Tearooms 
Bocca Pizza
If you are a Pizza lover head to Bocca Pizza. It’s a small restaurant that mainly caters to take away but you won’t be disappointed by their Classic Neapolitan pizzas, calzone and antipasti. They also have gluten free and vegan options. Unfortunately, they don’t deliver to Woodlands but it’s well worth the short ride to Bude.
Bocca Pizza 
Crust Pizza
Another Italian pizza gem, The Crust Pizza offer hand-crafted dough, Sicilian sauce, & creamy Italian mozzarella form a base for expression. The menu reflects a commitment to high-quality, fresh seasonal produce, using only the best ingredients.
The Crust Pizza 
The Electric Bakery
The Electric Bakery has to make the perfect places to eat lis as it is no ordinary bakery, it’s a mighty fine Electric Bakery! The bread, cakes, sandwiches and lunches are simply heavenly. Plus. you can also book a sourdough bread course, headed by master baker Ben.
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Pattard
You’ll find Pattard just outside nearby Hartland, an 11 mile drive, situated within a gorgeous barn conversion in beautiful wooded surroundings. Delivering a fresh and modern take on British and French fine dining, using locally sourced seasonal ingredients, Pattard has received glowing reviews aplenty since opening in 2020.
Pattard 
Rick Stein Seafood Restaurant
Rick Steins flagship seafood restaurant, in the heart of Padstow, is just over an hour from Woodlands, so if you are looking for something special it is worth considering. It offers a celebration of great quality fish and shellfish, simply cooked. Head Chef, Pete Murt, leads the way now, with his team perfectly recreating Rick’s recipes time and time again for guests to experience – including lobster thermidor, turbot hollandaise and Indonesian seafood curry.
Rick Stein We hope you find this list of the perfect places to eat in Bude helpful. If you have any further questions please do not hesitate to ask Andy of Ruth at Woodlands Manor Farm
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