Sean Parry

Review of Heanton Court

I've visited a few times before and for I always h...

I've visited a few times before and for I always have high hopes, but which sadly are never quite met.

It starts with the large car park and castle like features of the building. The view into the River Taw, especially at sunset, can be really stunning. And that's the very best thing about this restaurant.

The service is fine, but not exceptional, and as is the food. They can't quite get a steak right, which is a fundamental of any restaurant. I also can't quite put my finger on what's exactly wrong with the place. I suppose it's that for the price there are better alternatives in and around Barnstaple that I'd rather visit.

Oh and the Wi-Fi is awful. It's O2 and they ask you to sign up with all manner of personal details. Then they'll send you a code to your phone (which means giving away your number). But this is Devon, and it took until I had already left for the code to come through to let me join the Wi-Fi. Very frustrating and another reason I won't be looking to re-visit.

Next time I'm in the area I'll invariably be attracted to the view and to give the place another try (I hear it changes ownership frequently), but I hope I remember this review and my last visit and opt to try another place.