Riddle & Rye in Exeter

When there recently for the first time since new ownership, gone from cheap eats and drinks to more of a gastropub vibe, without the food quality improving. nice atmosphere and friendly staff, but its not worth the new increased prices.- they also went from having an amazing amount of veggie and vegan options to just one vegan main (jackfruit burger) which is pretty expensive and just okay.

This used to be my go-to place for cheap eats and drinks, but the menu changed significantly since re-opening! It could really improve from more veggie options as they only veggie main they've had was a jackfruit burger (compared to what used to be on the menu - halloumi burgers, mac and cheese, etc.). Staff is lovely as per usual, but coming here doesn't pay off anymore :( maybe some deals or days with cheaper meals could help this?

Myself and partner enjoyed a meal and a few drinks in here on Saturday before going to the cinema, the food was lovely, nice atmosphere and the young lady serving us was a delight. I would thoroughly recommend a visit.

What an absolute shower this place is, good job we rang to double check our booking(party of 9), no booking although we booked weeks ago. Went to get my wife a Vodka & tonic, (no tonic) just some fancy stuff, and then to pay £9.10 for that and a pint of fosters was a joke,5 of us wanted steak,only to be told no Steak. My steak and ale pie was shocking, chicken burger was hard. The whole place looked under staffed. We did get 20% off our meal and free round of shots.but won't be going back.

This is a great location, bang centre of town and subterranean. It was the first time we'd been in since it changed from Chaucer's, and were pleasantly surprised. So pleased they still have the booth seating, and the cosy area by the fire.Initially a bit quiet for a Friday night, but the staff were friendly and welcoming. Unfortunately they had been let down by their delivery company, so the menu was very restricted - no fish or batter, which impacted a few of our choices. Staff were brilliant with apologies for this, and discounted our bill, which I thought was excellent service.Ending up with the soya burger, which was very tasty and one of the better veggie options I have had recently. Chips were nice and hot too.Being a Marsden's you know what you're gonna get, basically higher end chain pub grub. Don't forget to sign up to their newsletter and you get a free drink on the house!

Previously gave it a 4 stars but since I am starting to visit more with my friends the staff are starting to become a little awkward and they all seem like they don’t want to be there if I’m honest. The food is brought to the table and nothing is said and the staff just walk off, we never see a single staff member again the entire time we’re there we don’t mind that but it seems like they are very understaffed. The food is always nice but the prices for drinks are a little expensive would rather go to Wetherspoons for a drink as it will be over half the price of R&R. Thoroughly like coming here for Friday lunch but I might start looking elsewhere unfortunately.

Good deals on combos with drinks but average food. Nice friendly staff though.

There was a lovely atmosphere when we walked into the restaurant, even though it wasn't very busy. When we sat down we saw there was plenty of choices 4 even the most fuzzy of eaters . We all had different types of burgers and each 1 was really good, felt and tasted freshly cooked and came with plenty of extras, such as the onion rings on top of them.The young man that served us was faultless , he was friendly, professional and nothing seemed like to much trouble 4 him. A credit 2 them. As I have found that in many places you go these days the younger the staff the less customer service they seem to have, so it was lovely 2 have a guy that knew how 2 treat a customer.Would definitely go back there again. The only down side is the price of the drinks, but the price of the food out weighs them so all in all a real value 4 money .

Went here for an evening meal with my girlfriend, Greeted by a very lovely, Bubbly American woman who gave us ample options for where to sit (which is always nice) Ordered food around 7pm and within half hour we had it, It was absolutely stunning food! Cooked to perfection and I have no complaints at all! We then decided to stay for cocktails after food and again the service at the table, Young American lady was very attentive, Very helpful. I would highly recommend dining here or drinking here.

Great food, cooked to perfection and served nice and hot. Great little steak and grill house type menu with a lot to pick from. Good quality of food at a sensible price and do great lunchtime deals to mains for £8 quiet and very tidy restaurant and a nice volume of background musicWelcoming friendly staff.