The Black River Inn
Broad Street, Black Torrington, Beaworthy, EX21 5PT
Member Overview
What is The Black River Inn?
The Black River Inn is an award-winning village pub in Black Torrington, North Devon, known for its innovative fire-cooked food, warm hospitality and commitment to local produce. Combining traditional pub values with a unique culinary approach, the inn has earned a strong reputation for its distinctive Devon tapas, exceptional Sunday roasts and carefully selected local drinks.
At the heart of the pub is a passion for cooking over fire, seasonal ingredients and creating a relaxed dining experience that brings people together around great food and drink.
What does The Black River Inn offer?
The Black River Inn offers a menu centred around Devon tapas, with dishes cooked on a solid-fuel hearth and wood-fired cooking equipment that give food distinctive flavours and character.
Customers can enjoy:
- Devon tapas and small plates
- Wood-fired and hearth-cooked dishes
- Sharing-style dining experiences
- Traditional Sunday roast sharing boards
- Vegetarian and vegan menus
- Gluten-free options
- Local real ales and ciders
- Private events and bespoke catering
- Outdoor dining in the beer garden
- Regular themed food nights
The pub also caters for celebrations, corporate gatherings and private functions, offering both in-house events and off-site fire-cooking catering.
Our Specialities
- Devon tapas
- Fire-cooked food
- Wood-fired cuisine
- Sunday roast sharing boards
- Devon small plates
- Local ales and ciders
- Seasonal produce
- Vegetarian and vegan roasts
- Hearth cooking
- Themed food nights
- Private catering
- Beer festivals
- Village pub dining
- Sustainable cooking
- North Devon hospitality
Why Choose The Black River Inn?
The Black River Inn stands out for its unique style of cooking and dedication to local sourcing. Head Chef Alex Pallatt has transformed the kitchen around a solid-fuel cooking hearth, creating dishes that showcase the depth of flavour that can only come from cooking over fire.
Sustainability is also central to the pub's philosophy. Much of the cooking is powered by locally sourced wood, with fuel sourced nearby to minimise food and fuel miles. Seasonal produce is obtained from local suppliers and, in some cases, vegetables and herbs are grown on-site.
The pub has earned recognition for both its food and drink, including:
- Taste of the West Best Dining Pub Winner 2023
- Inclusion in the CAMRA Good Beer Guide
- A strong reputation for local real ales, ciders and quality dining
With a welcoming atmosphere, dog-friendly facilities and a menu designed around sharing and social dining, The Black River Inn offers something refreshingly different from a traditional country pub.
Where can you find The Black River Inn?
The Black River Inn is located on Broad Street in the village of Black Torrington, North Devon, EX21 5PT, offering award-winning dining, local ales and a welcoming country pub atmosphere in the heart of rural Devon.
Opening Hours
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday - Thursday: 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
- Friday: 12:00 pm - Midnight
- Saturday: 12:00 pm - Midnight
- Sunday: 12:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Events & Festivals
The pub hosts:
- Annual Beer Festival
- Monthly themed food nights
- Private functions and celebrations
- Bespoke catering events
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Black River Inn known for?
The Black River Inn is best known for its Devon tapas, fire-cooked dishes and Sunday roast sharing boards.
Does The Black River Inn cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes. The menu includes dedicated vegetarian and vegan options, including fire-roasted alternatives to traditional Sunday roasts.
Is The Black River Inn dog friendly?
Yes. Dogs are welcome, and the pub is popular with walkers exploring the surrounding countryside
Does The Black River Inn use local ingredients?
Yes. The kitchen works closely with local suppliers and uses seasonal produce, with some ingredients grown on-site.
What makes the cooking different?
Food is cooked using a solid-fuel hearth and wood-fired cooking methods, creating distinctive flavours and a unique dining experience.
Does The Black River Inn serve local drinks?
Yes. The pub offers a range of local real ales and ciders, including Devon producers.
Can I book a private event?
Yes. The Black River Inn offers bespoke catering and event services both at the pub and off-site.