Drink · Exeter
Where to drink in Exeter
Independent pubs, bars and drink producers in Exeter, from The South West Guide. 16 entries, chosen for being good rather than for paying to be here.
Badavis Lounge
Cocktail and hookah lounge on Longbrook Street, praised for warm, family-like service.
Crossed Anchors Brewing
Independent brewery on Water Lane leading the regeneration of Exeter's canal side, known for beer flights.
CUCKOO Taproom and Bottleshop
Independent craft beer taproom and bottle shop on Paris Street with a constantly rotating tap list.
Darwin's Bar
Cosy cocktail bar on Magdalen Road with an imaginative small plates and gin selection.
Gray's Devon Cider
Traditional family cider maker on a working farm near Doddiscombsleigh.
Hops + Crafts
Exeter's only dedicated independent craft beer bottle shop.
Oriels Exeter
Cocktail bar and live music venue on the High Street, known for bottomless brunch events.
Pullo
Natural wine bar and cheese shop on Fore Street, owner personally selects every wine on the list.
Rendezvous Wine Bar
Cellar-style wine bar and restaurant on Southernhay East, owner-run with a strong wine list.
Rull Orchard
Regenerative cider and perry orchard, award-winning, known for its Glow and Moonlight styles.
Smith's Wines & Spirits
Independent wine merchant on Magdalen Road known for personal recommendations and deep knowledge.
The Exeter Brewery
Exeter-based brewery, home of Devon's first organic ale, with a Thursday and Friday taproom.
The Ocean Club
Independent cocktail bar on the Quay known for fresh-made cocktails and karaoke nights.
Thunderflower Distillery
Independent distillery based at Mercury Business Park, Exeter.
Topsham Brewery
Independent brewery and taproom on Exeter Quayside, known for stouts, IPAs and hefeweizens.
Turk's Head
Historic pub on the High Street with its own on-site brewery.