Come to the Best Restaurant in Ilfracombe Devon! Enjoy Monkey Puzzle’s large restaurant, bar, café and events venue – it’s your local entertainment hub.
There’s so much going on! We’ve introduced a great mix of weekly specials and seasonal events.
Stay up to date on our Monkey Puzzle specials so you don’t miss out!
07842 717 638
Marlborough Rd, Ilfracombe EX34 8PF
Restaurant Opening Hours:
Monday – Saturday 17:00 – 21:00
Restaurant Sunday 12:00 – 21:00
Sunday Carvery 12:00 – 17:00
Sunday Light Menu 12:00 – 21:00
Bar Opening Hours:
Monday – Sunday 09:00 – 21:30 Last orders
Restaurant Opening Hours:
Monday to Sunday 09:00 – 22:00
Sunday Carvery 17:00 – 20:00
Sunday Burgers and Pizza 20:00 – 22:00
Bar Opening Hours:
Monday to Sunday 09:00 – Last orders
Shop, Café, Kids Play and Gaming:
Shop Monday to Sunday 08:30 – 22:00
Café Monday to Sunday 08:30 – 22:00
Kids Play Monday to Sunday 09:00 – 22:00
Shop, Cafe, and Kids Play Opening Hours
Shop MON-SUN 08:30 – 18:00
Café MON-SUN 08:30 – 18:00 Food served until 15:00
Kids Play MON-SUN 09:00 – 22:00
NEW AT MPR
Start the weekend right with a boozy brunch!
Unlimited cocktails and great food options. Our Bottomless Boozy Brunch is our newest addition to weekly specials at Monkey Puzzle Restaurant.
Pre-booking required. See more details below.
Best Restaurant in Ilfracombe
Find out about food night specials and live music events in Ilfracombe.
Create your own watch party by inviting family and friends to join you for live broadcasts of sporting and cultural events.
Tuesday is Steak Night!
Why cook when you can treat yourself to the best steak in town?
Check out our best value, two-portion specials, served with chips, sautéed mushrooms, tomato, and onion rings:
2x RIBEYE STEAKS : £ 35
2x T-BONE STEAKS : £ 40
2x SIRLOIN STEAKS : £ 30
Add our homemade pepper sauce or blue cheese sauce for just £1.75!
Regular menu and individual pricing also available.
Walk in or book now, call or message to reserve your table.
Come for soup and a swim on Wednesday’s from 10am-12pm – all inclusive £10
Music Events in Ilfracombe
Music Every Night
From Friday 25th July right through until Sunday 24th August, the Resort will come alive with a line-up of top-notch talent that promises something for everyone. Expect show-stopping performances from the sensational singer-songwriter Grace George, whose emotive vocals and heartfelt lyrics never fail to captivate. For those who love a beat, DJ Scotty Dog will be bringing his signature energy and anthems to get you dancing. And no summer evening is complete without a singalong — Coastline Karaoke is your chance to take the mic and unleash your inner star.
The weekly entertainment continues with Sam Dowden, a gifted loop pedal artist who builds layers of sound live on stage, creating rich, engaging performances. Adding a splash of smooth, soulful style to the mix is saxophonist Emmanuel, whose mellow tones bring a touch of class to any evening, and don’t miss local talent Maddie Jane Warren, a singer-songwriter whose heartfelt originals and fresh takes on classic tunes are quickly gaining her fans across the region.
Family Friendly from Friday to Monday
Four days a week, we’re hosting a jam-packed kids entertainment schedule before the main act even takes the stage. Expect high-energy party games, exciting competitions and hilarious family game shows.
Friday Night Live
Enjoy the Friday night vibe at Monkey Puzzle’s Friday Live music night. We showcase local talent and provide an exciting range of specials, as well as our regular menu. The fun kicks off at 6:30 pm. Reserve your table for this Friday!
Bring the whole family to enjoy our locally-sourced food. The kids can take advantage of our free soft play and gaming zones, while you relax with good food and drinks, plus fantastic entertainment.
Follow us on Facebook to keep up to date.
THIS WEEK’S SPECIAL
CURRY AND A PINT £13.95
Local acts performing next
Friday Live resumes 1st May 2026
FRI 1st MAY, 18:30
Maddie Jane Warren
FRI 8th MAY, 18:30
Sam Dowden
FRI 23rd JAN, 18:30
Cal Darcy
FRI 30th JAN, 18:30
Sasha Brennand
THIS WEEK’S SPECIAL | CURRY AND A PINT £13.95
Live Sports Broadcasts in Ilfracombe
We’ll be broadcasting all the big games from the Premiership, as well as the Six Nations Championship, live on our big screen.
Monkey Puzzle is the perfect place to share live sports events with family and friends. With our free soft play & gaming zone, you can watch every minute of the match while the kids are entertained,
We’ll make sure there’s plenty of food and drink on hand too. Whether you fancy a bottle bucket for a tenner, a juicy burger with a pint, or meals from our regular and kids menu, we have something for everyone.
FOOD AND DRINK SPECIALS
Check out our Live Sports Specials
Next live sporting broadcasts
Date
Start Time
Channel
Match / Ents
Category
16/04/2026
18:00
Sky Sports
Night 11 – Rotterdam
Premier League Darts
23/04/2026
19:00
Sky Sports
Night 12 Liverpool
Premier League Darts
27/04/2026
20:00
Sky Sports
Man U – Brentford
Premier League
30/04/2026
19:00
Sky Sports
Night 13 – Aberdeen
Premier League Darts
09/05/2026
17:30
Sky Sports
Man U – Brentford
Premier League
Check Out Our Winter Carvery and Cafe Meal Deals
Cocktail of the Month
This month’s cocktail of the month is a Frozen Strawberry Daiquiri, it’s made with strawberries, Bacardi, and lime! Why not bring your friends for cocktails to brighten up an October evening? Our Frozen Strawberry Daiquiri won’t disappoint!
THIS MONTH SPECIAL | FROZEN STRAWBERRY DAIQUIRI!
THIS MONTH SPECIAL | PEACH SPRITZ
The Best Sunday Carvery in Town
Meet up with family and friends every Sunday for a roast.
Discover the succulent, tender taste of local beef, pork or turkey, served alongside an exciting selection of sides.
SMALL £9.95 | CLASSIC £14.95 | BIG PUZZLE CARVERY £17.95
ADULTS £13.95
CHILDREN £7.95
BIG PUZZLE CARVERY £16.95
Got a vegan in the family? No worries, our squash and wild mushroom wellington has the wow factor.
Beanbag Cinema
Let the kids chill out at our beanbag cinema over the summer – with a great range of films throughout the day. Check out the daily schedule.
Available to guests and day visitors (spending £5 or more at the restaurant, café or bar).
Enjoy family-friendly food in our our restaurant or café, and let the kids explore our PlayZone or hang out in the cinema – so that everyone gets to unwind over the summer.
With a great choice of films, use our schedule to time your visit to Monkey Puzzle around your kids favourite film.
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We can’t wait to welcome you to Monkey Puzzle. Come along to our special music and food events.
