Village Farm Cafe
Member Overview
Perched high above the Salcombe–Kingsbridge estuary in East Portlemouth, Village Farm Café is part of a working certified organic livestock farm and thriving artisan hub. Set within a beautifully refurbished timber‑framed barn, it offers a warm, community‑minded space centred on nutritious, organic, homemade food and a deep connection to the land around it.
The café is open every day from 9 am–4 pm, serving brunch (9:00–11:30), lunch (12:00–15:00) and sweet treats all day.
Food Philosophy & Provenance
Village Farm Café is committed to:
- Local, organic and seasonal produce is at the heart of its menu. [southhams.com]
- Using ingredients from the farm’s own rare‑breed pigs, Devon Red cattle and organically grown vegetables, plus carefully selected local suppliers.
- Creating healthy, varied menus inspired by what’s growing in the farm garden and fields that week. [southhams.com]
- Avoiding unnecessary processing and celebrating “simple things done simply.”
The setting is relaxed, friendly, dog‑ and buggy‑welcoming, and ideal for walkers starting or ending a coastal route. Large parking makes it a great estuary‑side pit stop.
Menu Highlights
While dishes change with the seasons, reviewers and guides frequently praise:
Brunch
- Homemade granola and yoghurt bowls
- Sourdough baked on‑site, a standout feature across multiple reviews [thegoodfoo...uide.co.uk]
- Egg dishes, organic and produce-led
- Salcombe Smokies with horseradish crème fraîche
- Nettle risotto, veg-led pastas, and seasonal greens
- Sausages with skordalia and braised greens — an example of the café’s creative but grounded flavour combinations
- Soups, quiches, salads, and plates built around organic farm vegetables
Sweet Treats
- Homemade cakes and bakes are served all day. Local cordials, fresh juices and delicious coffee
Sunday Specials
Atmosphere & Experience
Village Farm Café is described as:
- Warm, welcoming and “uber‑cool” without pretension
- A nurturing community hub where locals regularly meet
- A destination café with stunning estuary views and an artisan feel
- A place where sustainability, organic farming and slow-living values shape the entire experience
It’s also part of a wider artisan cluster featuring:
- A small farm shop selling organic veg, sourdough, cheeses, dried goods and Village Farm meat
- Craft makers and a florist
- Nature-inspired therapy practitioners (reflexology, massage)
There’s also bell tent camping onsite, and a sister kiosk, The Old Stable, now open at the ferry steps.
Location & Access
Situated at the top of the village in East Portlemouth, we are at Village Farm, East Portlemouth, TQ8 8PE
Accessible via:
Accessible via:
- Road from Frogmore
- Accessible via the east Portlemouth/Salcombe ferry and a short - but steep walk! Alternatively, it is accessible via road from Frogmore.
Why People Love It
- True farm‑to‑plate cooking rooted in organic agriculture
- Sourdough, smoked fish dishes, and seasonal vegetables are consistently praised
- Genuine hospitality with a small, friendly team
- One of the Good Food Guide’s “Local Gems” for 2025/26, celebrated for authenticity and quality.
The barn also houses a florist, a nature make craft, a masseuse & a reflexologist. The perfect spot to hunker down or enjoy a coastal walk, ending or starting with lunch or a sweet treat.
Organic | Farm‑to‑Fork | Artisan Barn Café | Seasonal Devon Produce
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