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Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Loved the outdoor area, great views in a cosy atmosphere. Good food and service, definitely want to come back and experience the evening offerings. Having gluten intolerance it was also refreshing to see that this was catered for and of exceptional quality rather than an...afterthought.More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 11 September 2023

This is the best pub in the area by far, much better than The Dolphin or The Ship. The staff are friendly and efficient. But the food, it’s fantastic, all cooked to order, dietary requirements catered for. When we were there last week, we both...had Spiced Cod, followed by a chocolate brownie and a tiramisu, truly delicious.More

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 28 August 2023

Great location/views across the estuary. Excellent service and good quality food. Very nice local pub atmosphere. Staff exemplary.

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 12 August 2023

The location is great and we've eaten well here before, but this meal was disappointing. Perhaps because it was late-ish on a Saturday evening and supplies were a bit depleted? The fish and chips were modest, with very basic (frozen?) chips. The cod loin: the...cod itself was good, but accompanied by half a plate of basic sides (think cold, lumpy couscous).More

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 7 August 2023 via mobile

Excellent location for early supper in a beautiful setting overlooking the Yealm estuary at Noss Mayo. Service was swift and attentive and food delicious; we all had three courses and enjoyed it all. Great value for money and we we will definitely return. Fortunate to...have a window seat in the covered outdoor dining area with a fantastic view and protection from the gale force winds.More

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 11 July 2023

Celebrating our Wedding Anniversary while walking the South West Coastal Path, we found ourselves in Noss Mayo and went to The Swan Inn for a celebratory meal. We had a lovely outside table for two, right on the edge of the river catching the sun...as it went down. Service and food was very good. A lovely setting! Would highly recommend.More

Date of visit: June 2023
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Reviewed 6 July 2023 via mobile

Had a lovely table outside under the heated covered area, which catches the evening sun, food was excellent my fish and chips ( monkfish tails) was just lovely my partners was equally nice. Perfect location.

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 31 May 2023 via mobile

We have eaten at The Swan many times and each time has been absolutely fantastic. With such a great choice locally in 3 pubs, The Swan always delivers 100%. Tonight was very busy but the team coped with it very professionally. I’ve paid over 4...times as much elsewhere for a Negroni and those served these evening stood out as the best ever. Next to the description of ‘best pub ever’ in the dictionary should be The Swan at Noss Mayo. Thank you again so much and look forward to seeing you again soonMore

Date of visit: May 2023
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Reviewed 22 May 2023

It was a lovely hot day and all I wanted was a light meal. I had a couple of hours to kill and fancied some fish. I had the prawn and smoked salmon starter with a fresh baguette. The servers couldn't be more friendly, knowledgeable...and helpful. I had a zero beer and sat outside taking in the air and the lovely view. I'll be back!More

Date of visit: May 2023
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Reviewed 20 November 2022 via mobile

My partner and I were staying next door at the holiday let. All of the staff were very helpful and obliging they even gave us some milk and a few teabags because we didn’t bring any with us. The food was all lovely particularly enjoyed...the burgers. It was gorgeous sat outside underneath the large canopied seating area overlooking the beautiful estuary where the pub provide heaters and blankets. I was particularly impressed with those that were working on the evenings we ate there Wednesday and Thursday - very polite and looked after us very well. We can’t recommend enough!More

Date of visit: November 2022
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Reviewed 16 November 2022 via mobile

The management and staff could not have been more helpful in accommodating two friends, with one in an electric wheel chair. We sat in the covered area outside, next to a heater and enjoyed magnificent views and excellent food. All the staff were very friendly...and helpful. It was an important day out for lunch and the Swan Inn was the perfect venue.More

Date of visit: November 2022
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Reviewed 10 November 2022 via mobile

We visited as a party of four on a Thursday evening. We have been going to this pub for many years and watched a number of people manage it. However the couple that run it now are doing a great job. The food was tremendous....We all ordered different dishes, venison loin, fish and chips, seared tuna on crab risotto and gilt head bream. All of which were outstanding. For dessert we had homemade caramel cheesecake, which being a baker myself was superb! Would highly recommend and suggest you book. Service was very good and atmosphere great with a lovely open fire. We will return.More

Date of visit: November 2022
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Reviewed 8 October 2022 via mobile

Went here for a family meal for my wife’s birthday. We were seated in the outside area which has a lovely view of the water. Service was good and the food was excellent. Freshly made and cooked to perfection. I have been to both the...Ship and the Swan in Noss Mayo and find the Swan’s food to be of better quality - although the Ship is still good! We will definitely be returning.More

Date of visit: September 2022
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Reviewed 16 September 2022 via mobile

This is a great little pub with a fantastic view. Definitely definitely definitely book ahead as the pub is very small and in demand, however staff were really friendly and found us a table as soon as one was available. There is a great little...outside area with beautiful views of the water. Their food is delicious, simple menu but with some amazing seafood options which we highly recommend. Came here on a whim but will make sure to come back when next in Devon!More

Date of visit: September 2022
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Reviewed 29 August 2022 via mobile

Recently visited on Sunday 28th August as what I thought would be a nice treat but unfortunately my food seemed to be under cooked infact cold and still raw in the middle, I didn’t want to make a fuss as staff were busy but customers...health should be paramount. That evening I was sick and now Monday still feeling very unwell.More

Date of visit: August 2022
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Jannerbloke
19 September 2016|
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Yes, they now have an online presence. You can find their website by visiting them on Facebook, but I can't add their address here...they will add it to their profile soon. The website is just one more fantastic effort put... More
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Response from Kevin S | Reviewed this property |
Yes, we do and it's good as anywhere else in the area.😉
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Response from TMAone | Property representative |
Yes we do have free wifi for customers. It is difficult to get mobile reception locally and we are the only pub to offer wifi for customers here. We also offer pool and a simple menu of pub style food.
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The Swan Inn is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 5
  • Value: 4.5