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Exeter
City Centre
Cork and Tile
Cork and Tile Reviews

Cork and Tile

Portuguese, Vegan, European, Eat & Drink

Dishes priced around£13

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Reviews of Cork and Tile (77)

Read what people think about Cork and Tile. All restaurant reviews are written by verified Quandoo diners. Learn more about Cork and Tile before you go by getting tips and ratings from other restaurant-goers. With real-life reviews, you can see what other diners loved about Cork and Tile and book a table with confidence!

5.5/6

77 reviews

5.5/6

77 reviews

Food:Outstanding
Atmosphere:Excellent
Service:Excellent
Value for money:Great value
Waiting time:Exceptionally Good
Noise levels:Very pleasant
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"Very good"
5/6
Alvin D.a year ago · 1 review

Good to experience different Tapas dishes. A very enjoyable meal

"Excellent"
6/6
Ellen R.2 years ago · 1 review

Lovely restaruant with beautifully authentic food. Would 100% recommend to anyone

"Very good"
5/6
Bill C.2 years ago · 1 review

beautifully prepared and presented food - very tasty service was friendly, knowledgeable and prompt without being too overbearing - just how we like it! shame there was no sagres on draught!

"Average"
3/6
Kate H.2 years ago · 2 reviews

I had a veggie main - grated potato and some courgette and aubergine stuck together with a whisked egg - honestly it felt like I was eating leftovers that had been mashed into something... really weird.

"Excellent"
6/6
Lynn G.2 years ago · 2 reviews

A fantastic evening - the restaurant, staff and food all absolutely superb. We will definitely be visiting again very soon.

"Very good"
5/6
Ian M.2 years ago · 1 review

Great food and staff. The downstairs back room wasn't great but we moved upstairs which was much nicer (and cooler!)

"Excellent"
6/6
figs f.2 years ago · 1 review

The staff were amazing, the food to die for , the only criticism I can give was on dessert , the queijo de Serra ( cheese) was served with crappy English biscuits , would’ve preferred it served with some Portuguese corn bread but apart from that will definitely go back … wish I could go every week

"Very good"
5/6
John H.2 years ago · 1 review

The restaurant was pleasantly designed, quiet and uncrowded. The waiters were friendly and helpful. The food was good, though I wondered whether the number of fried items was catering to English taste.. Varied menu and reasonable prices.

"Good"
4/6
Tony C.2 years ago · 2 reviews

Food nice and well presented staff very good only thing there was no meat on the pork chop not one bit !

"Excellent"
6/6
Colin J.2 years ago · 1 review

Traditional amazing Portuguese food Will be back for sure 😃

"Excellent"
6/6
Li Z.2 years ago · 1 review

Amazing seafood. All meals are very delicious. Small but cute restaurant.

"Excellent"
6/6
Heidi C.2 years ago · 4 reviews

The staff were very friendly and food was very authentic and tasty. Lovely venue.

"Excellent"
6/6
ANNE T.2 years ago · 1 review

Nice atmosphere and decor, with lovely food and lovely staff - thank you!

"Excellent"
6/6
Jana S.2 years ago · 1 review

Lovely authentic Portuguese food, and very pleasant service. We sat in the front area with the traditional decor of cork and tiles on the bar and walls - a nice detail. The only thing we thought was lacking a bit of atmosphere maybe was the back room (which we didn't choose to sit in) - it was too white/bright/blinding - it would be nice if this area could also have some of the traditional Portuguese elements in it - or warmer colours instead of white. Then it would be just perfect. Our meal was quite expensive, but the quality of the food was excellent so probably justified. We were also impressed at the wine list being Portuguese wines (which were very nice - the reds went well with the pork ) and even the mineral water was from Portugal - we will return for special treats (including the scrummy traditional 'pastel' / custard tarts - just as good as the ones we bought in Lisbon at the famous patisserie/cafe... Yum!

"Excellent"
6/6
Liz G.2 years ago · 1 review

We loved everything about the restaurant. The food was great, and different from what you'd get elsewhere. It was really good to see such a wide selection of wines (including the famous Portuguese green wine). The service was really friendly and there were little touches (the menus you write on, the signs on the door displaying availability for parties of different sizes) that show they've really thought about how they do things. We'll definitely be back!

"Excellent"
6/6
Suzanne T.2 years ago · 1 review

We really enjoyed our visit - the food was very tasty and a good range of plates. The service was very personal and the whole meal was great value for money. We will definitely visit again.

"Average"
3/6
Sandy G.2 years ago · 1 review

It was a lovely restaurant with excellent service it was just that the food was too oily for us. The pastries tapas were good and so we’re the custard tarts and doughnuts. The wine was really lovely it was just that the octopus was floating in a sea of oil and the other two mains you could also taste the oil which just wasn’t to our palate.

"Very good"
5/6
Saem K.2 years ago · 14 reviews

Good food. reminds me of restaurants I went in Porto.

"Excellent"
6/6
Cathy W.3 years ago · 37 reviews

Fantastic as always. Missing the (best ever) quiche, but rest of menu, great wines, charming staff and the place are all really lovely.

"Excellent"
6/6
Cathy W.3 years ago · 37 reviews

This is one of those places so good that it's almost a shame to tell everyone how good!

"Very good"
5/6
Jon R.3 years ago · 2 reviews

Great food with very nice service. Good choice of food and drinks - just great all round!

"Excellent"
6/6
tom F.3 years ago · 1 review

excellent place, going to visit again very soon. perfect meal

"Not good "
2/6
Joe L.3 years ago · 1 review

Poor quality food, service good friendly staff. Tapas was all deep fried and reminded us of crispy pancakes

"Very good"
5/6
Byron D.3 years ago · 1 review

Lovely food ,nice casual atmosphere ,friendly staff definitely be visiting again

"Very good"
5/6
Tara P.3 years ago · 1 review

The food was authentic and delicious, really good, but we were put in a small room with only one other table and as we had gone for my daughter’s 21st there wasn’t much atmosphere... downstairs is better where there are more tables. The food is very good tho but I wouid trwuest a table downstairs next time.

"Very good"
5/6
Marianna F.3 years ago · 1 review

Quirky little restaurant. Attentive staff. Tasty food, although I didn't realise the dishes didn't come with veg. I should have ordered sides. Would eat there again.

"Average"
3/6
Jonathan C.3 years ago · 1 review

Took an hour to be served our food in a nearly deserted restaurant. Lacked atmosphere and good service. Food was okay overall. Fish was overcooked sadly.

"Very good"
5/6
Michelle M.3 years ago · 1 review

What an amazing place x food beyond nice. Seriously good

"Excellent"
6/6
Jim M.3 years ago · 1 review

Great night out and lovely Portuguese food, worth a visit.

"Excellent"
6/6
Carole W.3 years ago · 2 reviews

Menu full lots of lovely choices and the food tasted as delicious as it sounded. Service was nice and friendly but also helpful when choosing the wine. Can’t wait to go again.

"Good"
4/6
Alan W.3 years ago · 1 review

Having visited Portugal on many an occasion and also taking the opportunity to get married there a few years ago, we didn't hesitate in booking the restaurant whilst down here on our holidays, as we love Portugal and it's people. The restaurant is located in a perfect position and our table on the upper floor was 'home from home' and seemed just the right ambience for me and the family. The menu is very good and the food itself very tasty and authentic. If I was totally honest, this was let down a little by the service, which, in my opinion, didn't live up to the 'Portuguese' way. In fact, despite being told that all the staff were Portuguese, we didn't get the feeing that out waitress was and certainly didn't show the hospitality that you expect from the Portuguese. No one came to ask how our meal was or thanked us for our custom which is something you get used to whilst eating in Portugal. Maybe it was because we were out of the way upstairs, but I just felt this let the whole experience down somewhat. Nearly but not quite I would say.

"Excellent"
6/6
Stuart B.3 years ago · 2 reviews

This little restaurant never fails. Great food, friendly and efficient staff

"Excellent"
6/6
Jamie B.3 years ago · 1 review

Amazing traditional Portuguese food and really friendly staff. Would definitely recommend!

"Excellent"
6/6
Laura D.3 years ago · 1 review

Love this place! Great service, great food, great sangria! Thoroughly recommend - is refreshing to have such an authentic feeling restaurant

"Very good"
5/6
Phil S.3 years ago · 1 review

Very good we both really enjoyed the food and the sangria

"Excellent"
6/6
Nadia P.3 years ago · 1 review

Excellent Food and Table Service! Nothing wrong to say at all

"Excellent"
6/6
Kate H.3 years ago · 1 review

Great place, wonderful food, great atmosphere. Highly recommend to others.

"Excellent"
6/6
Stuart B.3 years ago · 2 reviews

This little restaurant is a total gem among all the prevalent ‘chain’ food outlets Exeter generally has to offer. This is authentic Portuguese food, beautifully prepared and presented, by Portuguese people. It’s a place for enthusiasts and those who appreciate really excellent dining at a very reasonable price. Just try it, you won’t be disappointed.

"Excellent"
6/6
Sue P.3 years ago · 1 review

This is such a lovely pleasant place to eat and drink. The atmosphere, setting, cleanliness and general ambience cannot be beaten. The food is amazing and must be tried.

"Excellent"
6/6
Melissa L.3 years ago · 1 review

First time to this restaurant, great dining experience, the food and service were excellent, very authentic.