With a riverside setting unrivalled in these parts, the Dart Marina is perfectly positioned for a Devon weekend getaway. Its relaxed, unpretentious style extends to the River Restaurant, where the menu tries to highlight seasonal & local produce. The sea naturally plays a big part, from caramelised scallops (with pea & celeriac purée & pancetta foam) to wild sea bass (with chorizo, pak choy & mussel chowder), although the kitchen can also turn its hand to breast of duck with roast plums, sautéed greens, fondant potato & walnut jus or roast chicken with sweetcorn & potato purée, broad beans, braised onions & corn foam. To finish, try apple mille-feuille with apple & cider sorbet & caramel mousse – or plump for the West County cheeses.