TOUCAN CAFE BISTRO
2a Brook Street, Bampton, Devon, EX16 9LY
01398 331777
About us
We have now re-opened after some major building work and redecoration. We have a fresh new look, but have still kept the charm and character of the old TOUCAN.
As food and restaurant lovers ourselves, we aim to provide really good freshly made meals from locally sourced ingredients, offering memorable tastes and flavours. Combined with the cozy and relaxed surroundings and first class customer service, we are sure that your experience will be one to remember .
Whether you would like a quality freshly ground coffee and homemade cake, or a three course evening meal and a good bottle of wine, you will always receive a warm and friendly welcome and we will do our utmost to satisfy any special requests you may have.
Our restaurant is set on Brook Street in the pretty market town of Bampton. A town steeped in history which dates back hundreds of years. The Bampton charter fair, which celebrates its 750th anniversary in 2008, is internationally famous and attracts musicians and visitors alike from far and wide. In recent times, Bampton has become famous for its floral displays during 'Bampton in bloom' . The town has won the national 'Britain in bloom' competition no less than six times.
Bampton is set in a Conservation area right on the edge of the gateway to Exmoor national park. A good place to stop off for refreshments before embarking on your walk or cycle across the Moors.
You can lose yourself in some of the little alleyways that lead off the main street and find yourself next to some characterful cottages or the pretty church. Then come to the TOUCAN and relax over a cup of coffee and snack, or lunch with a glass of wine or local beer.
www.bampton.org.uk (for more local details)
Why not turn your evenings into a special occasion by joining us for a meal. We offer a varied and interesting menu which is not too extensive so you can be sure that everything is freshly prepared and cooked on the premises by Julia and Jane. Our starters, main courses and desserts are carefully chosen to include seasonal ingredients and you will always find fish and vegetarian options too. Click on the link below to see this weeks evening menu.
Our wine list has been carefully selected for quality, variety and taste and we are particularly pleased with our choice of six house wines, which are available by the glass. This selection of Red, White and Rose wines offer excellent value and they do not compromise on taste and quality. We also stock sparkling wine and champagne in case you are celebrating or just fancy a bit of fizz.
The Toucan is proud to promote wines from local vineyards and we think that you will be pleased by our range of award winning local English wines.
We are pleased to offer white and rose wines from Yearlstone, Devon's oldest vineyard near Bickleigh.
You can then, if you wish, round off your meal with a glass of excellent dessert wine, port, liqueur or coffee.
The TOUCAN also displays artwork from the Lantic Gallery in Tiverton, featuring local artists. The prints and jewellery and sculptures on display are for sale and can be purchased from the TOUCAN.
Where are we?
From the M5 exit at junction 27. take the A361 toward Tiverton. At the Roundabout take the A396 north toward Bampton and Dulverton. Drive for approximately 4 miles exiting the village of Cove and take the B3227 at the roundabout by the Exeter Inn (signposted Bampton). Bampton and the Toucan restaurant is approximately 2 miles further. As you enter Bampton continue over the small bridge and the Toucan can be found on the left hand side after a short distance.
There is unrestricted parking in Brook Street and there is also a small carpark, just by the bridge. There is also a further large Car Park within a short distance.
