The Best Pubs
in
Paignton

Perched right on the scenic waterfront, Harbour Light offers a truly special spot to unwind with a proper pint or a delicious cocktail while soaking up breathtaking sea views. The menu is packed with generous, flavourful pub classics and fresh takes on favourites, all served by a wonderfully welcoming team who make everyone—including your four-legged friends—feel right at home. With a sun-drenched outdoor terrace, a cosy log fire for cooler days, and a relaxed, dog-friendly vibe throughout, it’s the perfect place to while away an afternoon or enjoy a memorable meal with the whole group.

Tucked away up a little street near the harbour, The Hole In The Wall is a wonderfully historic gem that feels like stepping back in time. This cosy pub serves up a fantastic range of traditional beers and wines, with a beautifully decorated restaurant attached that dishes out incredibly tasty, high quality food. The genuinely friendly team and lovely outdoor seating make it a perfect spot to relax, and with live music and a warm welcome for dogs, it’s an absolute must visit for a memorable meal or a few celebratory drinks.

Head to Grand Central Bar for the ultimate sports fan's paradise, where eight massive screens show every major match while you enjoy a cold beer, a fine wine, or a expertly mixed cocktail. The energy here is electric, with live music adding to the buzz, and the kitchen serves up absolutely cracking food from hearty breakfasts to mouthwatering steaks and legendary Sunday roasts. With a welcoming outdoor seating area and a genuine love for four legged friends, this is the perfect spot to gather the whole group for an unforgettable day of top tier sport and fantastic food.

Step into Henry's Bar and discover a proper traditional pub where award winning real ales and hearty homemade food take centre stage. This family owned local favourite serves up generous portions of comfort classics, from legendary Sunday roasts to their famous steak and ale pie, all freshly prepared using seasonal produce. With a fantastic selection of beers, wines, and cocktails, plus welcoming outdoor seating and a genuine love for four legged friends, it’s the perfect spot to gather the whole group for a memorable meal or a few celebratory drinks.

Nestled in a charming Devon village, the Church House Inn is a multi award winning gem that has been welcoming guests since the 1300s. This historic pub serves up a fantastic range of locally produced real ales, an ever changing wine list, and mouth watering dishes crafted from the finest local produce. With a roaring wood burner, lovely outdoor seating on the lawn, live music, and a genuine welcome for dogs and groups, it’s the perfect spot for a memorable Sunday roast or a lively night out.

Discover The Torbay Inn, a wonderfully cosy local that feels like a true home away from home. This welcoming gem serves a cracking selection of cask ales, wines, and cocktails, all enjoyed in a relaxed setting that’s perfect for sinking into a good conversation. With a sunny outdoor area, regular live music and a brilliant Sunday quiz, plus a genuine welcome for dogs and groups, it’s an absolute treat for anyone seeking a proper, friendly pub experience.

**The Devon Dumpling is a proper, welcoming local that feels like a true find, serving up generous, home-cooked food that’s fantastic value for money.** With a cosy, rustic bar and restaurant warmed by a crackling fireplace in winter and a sunny beer garden for summer, it’s the ideal spot to relax with a beer, wine, or cocktail. **The friendly team and dog-friendly, group-friendly vibe make it a beloved spot for hearty Sunday roasts and daily specials that keep guests coming back year after year.**

Seamus O'Donnells is a proper spit and sawdust pub where you can sink into a perfectly poured pint of Guinness while soaking up the lively buzz of live music and sports on the screens. The outdoor seating offers a cracking view over the marina and seafront, making it a brilliant spot to gather your group for a relaxed afternoon with a beer, wine, or cocktail. Dog friendly and welcoming to all, this is the place to go for a classic, no nonsense pub experience that keeps you coming back for another round.

This cracking little local is a brilliant find for anyone after a proper, friendly pub with a fantastic buzz. You'll find a great selection of beers and wines on offer, with the place really coming alive when the live music kicks off and the locals fill the room. It's a wonderfully dog friendly spot that welcomes groups with open arms, and with screens for the big match, it’s the perfect place to settle in for a top notch Sunday roast or a lively afternoon with friends.

The Drum Inn is a wonderfully welcoming village pub where you can settle in with a well poured pint, a glass of wine, or a expertly mixed cocktail after a long dog walk. The outdoor seating area and a dedicated doggy station with treats, water, and blankets make it a true haven for four legged friends, while the friendly team ensures every visit feels like catching up with old mates. Whether you're gathering a big group for a celebration or just popping in for a relaxed drink, this cosy spot delivers a genuinely warm and inviting experience.