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19:00 - 22:30
Fri
19:00 - 22:30
Sat
19:00 - 22:30
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4.5
RATINGS
Food
Service
Value
Atmosphere
Food and ambience
Local cuisine, British, Vegan options, Gluten free options, Vegetarian friendly
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About
Small family run Restaurant located within a 500year old Artillery Tower with views across Plymouth sound, Drakes Island & Mount Edgecombe. Cooking with locally sourced seasonal ingredients.
PRICE RANGE
£36.00 – £40.00
CUISINES
British
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
Meals
Dinner
FEATURES
Reservations, Seating, Street Parking, Free off-street parking, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Mastercard, Visa, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service
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4.5
475 reviews
Excellent
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Very good
55
Average
22
Poor
11
Terrible
6
hannafp
Haversham44 contributions
Jan 2020 • none
The Artillery Tower is a very small restaurant ( seats no more than 20 ). Therefore feels very exclusive, I will start with a small downside - There is no parking outside, that said there is ample parking at Devils Point a 2 minute walk away. The restaurant is accessed by a set of 3 or 4 stairs.
There is a good choice on the menu, in our party of 5 we choose 4 different main courses, all of which were superb.
3 of the party had starters, and 2 of us had puddings. The Cherry Pie - which says it is a 20 minute wait is definitely worth the wait.
For a special occasion I would highly recommend visiting, for the prices I believe it is excellent value for money. ( Yes, of course you could go somewhere cheaper - but for food of this quality in a unique location, its great )
Written 7 January 2020
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mrcooker
hannafp,
Happy New year to you, Thank you very much for your review. I have to agree. The pie/tart is worth the 20 min wait.
Written 8 January 2020
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mortonshw
Calstock25 contributions
Mar 2020 • none
You get what you pay for in life and in this case it was a supurb meal fpor 6 of us celebtrating a birthday. The actual premises are great and unique. Service is first class. And then to the food, from the mushroom soup amuse bouche to starters which included the french onion & duck soup, scallops and mushroom tartlets through to the mains of bream, venison and steak were just excellent. Great ingredients cooked to perfection. Exceptional wine list and the Chilean Syrah is a real gem. Th ecouple who run this should be aplauded and also supported through the coming weeks with current issues where eberyone wants to stay at home. If you want a great culinary experience look no further
Written 13 March 2020
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mrcooker
Thank you mortonshw for taking the time to review you evening with us. We look forward to seeing you all again. The wine is available from Christopher piper wine ottery St Mary
Written 15 March 2020
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Katie W
Plymouth13 contributions
Aug 2020 • friends
Despite trying times in the wake of Covid, our experience at the artillery tower was a welcome comfort.
A lovely atmosphere and admirable efficiency! We waited no longer than 10-15 minutes between courses, with an optional rest period inbetween if we so chose.
The staff were incredibly accommodating, service was exceptional.
Highly recommend for a special treat 😊
Will be booking again!!
Written 20 August 2020
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petercR9501HE
Katie W,
Thank you for taking the time to review our even smaller restaurant.
Look forward to seeing in the future
Peter
Written 13 September 2020
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Paul & Nikki
8 contributions
Sept 2020 • none
The setting is absolutely unique, the welcome is warm and the food is outstanding. Upon arrival we were warmly welcomed, the warm freshly cooked bread that is served was possibly the best we have ever eaten. We had starters of crab and avocado and my partner had belly pork, both were delightful. The mains of fillet of beef and lamb were again delightful. We almost didn't have room for pudding but seeing what the others were being served couldn't not try that as well. WE opted for the chocolate torte and were very glad we did. The venue is very intimate and one that should not be missed if you have the chance to go please do-it's a real gem!
Written 3 October 2020
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petercR9501HE
Burmesetravel. Thank you for taking the time review our little restaurant. It's much appreciated.
Written 18 October 2020
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LEE C
1 contribution
Oct 2021 • none
After travelling down to Plymouth for our son's passing out parade at HMS Raleigh we were lucky to have booked a table to celebrate at what we can only imagine is Plymouth's best restaurant. I'm amazed we were able to book a table only two weeks in advance - if this place was in Beverley you'd have to book months in advance for a Friday night. The building itself is amazing, it was a wild night outside with the waves crashing on the beach below but once inside it was cosy and welcoming. The menu suited us perfectly with dishes that included scallops and game all of which was perfectly cooked, tasted delicious, the pork, lamb and venison were all melt in the mouth and served on hot plates. The whole experience was very relaxed and enjoyable and the personalised dessert for our son was a lovely surprise. We've never been to Plymouth before but we just might have to plan another visit!
Written 30 October 2021
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JinxyPie
Plymouth48 contributions
Apr 2022 • none
Tonight we ate at the Artillery Tower for the second time, and for the second time it did not disappoint. It was our 20th Wedding Anniversary and so we decided to splash out. I genuinely think this is the cosiest, most incredible restaurant in Plymouth.
The menu is relatively small, but every plate is cooked to absolute perfection. Let me take you through tonight’s wonderful culinary journey.
As we sat down there was a bowl of mixed nuts and seeds on our table, roasted in rosemary and garlic. After ordering, we were presented with an amuse bouche of leek and potato soup with truffle oil and the most divine bread I’ve ever tasted - I think the crust had some sort of salt and garlic addition to it.
Our starters were scallops with belly pork and apple sauce and pigeon with potato galette and shiitake mushrooms. Nothing could be faulted. The meat was flavourful and melt in the mouth, the scallops *just* cooked inside with a golden exterior. Both dishes were perfectly cooked and the classic flavours worked beautifully.
For the main course we chose peppered venison and fillet steak. The venison was served pink (cooked to customer preference), on a bed of braised red cabbage and spinach, with puréed artichoke, mashed potato and chives and lemon infused broccoli. The steak was served rare (cooked to customer preference) on a bed of carrots and spinach with a duxelle of mushroom, chive mash and lemon infused broccoli.
My husband and I always try and choose different menu options so we can taste each other’s and then decide whose is best. Well, we tasted each other’s and honestly couldn’t pick a favourite. Both starters and mains were utterly amazing. We were given steak knives for the beef and the venison, but I promise you a butter knife would have done the job! Melt in your mouth didn’t come close, and the flavours were intense, delicious and simply perfect.
Overall, a simply beautiful meal in a delightful seafront venue, hosted by a lovely couple with a clear passion for what they do.
Written 9 April 2022
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mrcooker
Kerri,
Thank you for taking the time review our little restaurant
Written 11 June 2022
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Emma B
Plymouth33 contributions
Aug 2021 • family
I came here to celebrate my father in law's birthday with his wife and my husband.
The restaurant itself has a lovely cosy atmosphere with a fantastic view out of the sound towards Drake's Island.
On our arrival there were tasty nibbles and an amoush bouche.
The starters were amazing, the mains were delicious and the chocolate mousse cake was to die for. I was thoroughly stuffed by the end of my meal.
The host was friendly and the chef came out at the end of the meal to say a brief hello.
All in all, a thoroughly delightful evening and I shall be returning for another treat sometime soon!
Written 1 September 2021
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mrcooker
Hello Emma B,
Thank you for taking the time to review our little. look forward to seeing you again.
Written 12 September 2021
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Petepresto
Plymouth24 contributions
Oct 2020 • none
Supper last night was great. The tower is an interesting place to eat, the team are perfectly attentive and the food was delicious.
My wife is a vegetarian so had her own options for the menu, specially prepared for her and my Scallops on Belly pork followed by Peppered venison were both cooked to perfection - melt in the mouth delicious.
The sweets were completely balanced sweet and sharp, a perfect complement to the meal.
Written 29 October 2020
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mrcooker
Petepresto Thanks very much for taking the time to review our even smaller restaurant. In these Covid restricted times. Look forward to seeing you again in better times
Written 23 December 2020
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BenAndJacqui
Plymouth4 contributions
Dec 2022 • none
It's rare to find a restaurant that really surprises and delivers at the same time. Artillery Tower is one such restaurant that will do both.
My partner booked a table for the two of us for my 50th birthday in December. Upon arriving at the restaurant we were greeted by Debbie. She took our coats and was delightfully friendly. It was four degrees outside however the atmosphere inside was warm and cosy largely thanks to a wood burning stove that Debbie kept well stocked for the length of our stay.
The menu is simple and all of the dishes sound incredible. For an entrée we both chose the scallops which were served on a layer of belly pork. It was delicious. For our mains my partner chose the Fillet of Turbot and I went with the eye fillet steak. I'm an Aussie that was raised on beef and I can honestly say that this was one of the best steaks I've ever eaten. Peter certainly knows how to cook a steak! The Turbot was also incredibly tasty too.
Despite having almost no room we both decided to share a piece of Chocolate Mousse Cake which Peter and Debbie kindly decorated with a candle and the works Happy Birthday written in chocolate sauce. The perfect way to end our evening at Artillery Tower.
This is definitely an experience and well worth every penny if you're someone that appreciates food with natural flavours and fine dining. If you're travelling through Devon and looking for something unique then this is THE PLACE to visit. I'd love to get back there again on a summer's evening. I can imagine the view is spectacular.
Thank you Debbie and Peter (and my partner Jacqui) for such a memorable 50th birthday dinner.
Written 5 December 2022
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Lisa Q
Plymouth6 contributions
Jun 2021 • couples
Had the most fantastic evening here last night. Every course was full of so much flavour and you could taste the quality of the ingredients. Each course was spaced out perfectly which allows you to sit and enjoy the full dining experience without feeling rushed. We arrived at 7.15 and left around 10.45 giving us a full evening out. A lovely character fulled small restaurant with great service. Every customer is spoken to by the chef at the end if their meal which i think gave a lovely touch. Will definitely be back again!
Written 11 June 2021
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mrcooker
Hi Lisa, Thanks for taking time to review our little restaurant. It's nice to here people enjoying their time with us. Look forward to seeing again
Written 22 June 2021
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Helen T
Totnes84 contributions
Jul 2021 • none
Had dinner here for our wedding anniversary. The meal was beautifully cooked with an appealing menu. We loved the location and the building- it was really special, with only a small number of covers. All courses were tasty and unpretentious, well presented and perfectly delivered- hot, good to look at and a great with taste. Thought the prices were fair considering the produce quality. Service was friendly and warm, and efficient without being obtrusive. Will be booking again!
Written 6 July 2021
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mrcooker
HelenT
Thank you for taking the time to review out little restaurant.
Written 29 August 2021
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AndyIbbs
Plymouth161 contributions
Sept 2021 • none
We live just a 20-minute walk away; we love fine dining; yet, despite this restaurant having been open for decades, it had not previously crossed our radar.
We went on a Saturday evening; pretty much all of their reduced capacity was used - so I'd definitely recommend booking ahead.
This was the best evening out we have had since before Covid. Scrub that - this is in the top 3 meals out we have had in the last ten years!
It reminded us of the best french country restaurants: with the lady of the house in control in front, offering quiet excellent service, and the man creating magic in the kitchen...and who then comes out at the end of the evening to chat with each of the diners.
The food was sublime, from the amuse bouche to the coffee afterwards. We had the scallops and monkfish for starters; lamb (the shoulder of which was almost like pate, it was so smooth and rich) and duck for mains followed by the cherry & almond tart.
Accompanied by a bottle of Pinotage: nectar infused with blackcurrants and pepper.
This was an extremely special evening: we didn't have anything particular to celebrate, just wanted to try somewhere new. We left knowing we had experienced a real treat and certain we will go back for more.
Written 21 September 2021
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mrcooker
Andyibbs,
Thank you for very detailed review of our little restaurant. It was a pleasure to chat.
Written 21 September 2021
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Clive H
Newton Ferrers5 contributions
Oct 2022 • none
Having booked 2 days in advance found the restaurant had been closed down for some time.I paid £40 deposit against a no show. Fantastic write up by someone for the cuisine when in fact the place had been shut. How weird was that.
Written 10 October 2022
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mrcooker
Hello Clive,
Obviously you wrote this review before we spoke on Monday.
Im sorry you had a wasted journey to our restaurant. I did leave a voicemail message on Saturday morning.
Explaining that we took the decision to close after my wife (the only waitress)was felling unwell & tested positive for Covid 19.
I can't be blamed for you not listening to the message until Sunday. We had five other tables booked.
They weren't outside the restaurant waiting when you were there, because they listened to their voicemail .
When we spoke on Monday. You seemed to think the restaurant had closed down for months, because someone told you so. It hasn't
I think because the restaurant is not open lunch and closed is four evenings a week.
They wrongly assume it has closed down.
We only take deposits for parties over six
Written 12 October 2022
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Chartris
Plymouth70 contributions
May 2022 • none
We had a lovely evening in this super restaurant, sitting at our table by an arched window looking out at the sea and Drakes Island.
The hosts are welcoming and friendly and the atmosphere relaxed and unhurried.
All the food was fabulous. We enjoyed crab, turbot and duck, the latter cooked just how I like it!
There is a set price for either 2 or 3 courses which looks expensive at first sight until you consider what is included. Other restaurants of this quality in Plymouth charge extra for vegetables and have surcharges for some dishes. Not here.
We will certainly go again.
Written 6 May 2022
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mrcooker
Chartis,
Thank you for taking the time to review our little restaurant
Written 11 June 2022
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Arthur D
Plymouth6 contributions
Jul 2022 • none
Greeted at the door and welcomed in. Drinks ordered and out within a matter of minutes. Food ordered 10 minutes later and asked how long we would like to wait as we were drinking and laughing. 15 mins later the best scallops and belly pork were in front of me and I was drewling it looked amazing and tasted even better. All 6 of us commented how nice it was.
Main was served beef fillet, lamb rack, duck breast and absolutely cooked to perfection. Wine was at correct temperature and beer was cold local jail ale. Already looking to book for a couple of months. Definitely coming back
Written 9 July 2022
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mrcooker
arthurd928
Thank for taking the time to review our little restaurant
Written 11 July 2022
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