The Heavy Tree in Exeter: photos, reviews, menu

About

The Heavy Tree in Exeter is a vibrant spot situated in Heavitree, known for its cozy and casual atmosphere. By day, it functions as a delightful cafe offering breakfast and brunch specials, with an array of sandwiches, paninis, and refreshing salads. As evening falls on Fridays and Saturdays, it morphs into a lively bar setting, ideal for a fun night out.

This affordable venue with an average rating of 4.4 on Google invites guests to indulge in dishes like bacon and savory small plates paired with a variety of beverages, including cocktails, gins, and local lagers. Whether you're catching up with friends, planning a family dinner, or enjoying solo time, The Heavy Tree's quick service and lively performances enhance the experience.

The establishment proudly embraces diversity, welcoming the LGBTQ community while catering to vegan, vegetarian, and health-conscious patrons. Patrons can choose between takeaway and a quaint dine-in experience with available outdoor seating. Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi as you sip on expertly brewed coffee or sample delectable desserts. Whether you're in for a pint of cider or a glass of wine, reservations ensure you get the best seat in the house.

Price

$$$$ 1 - 10 GBP

Meals

Breakfast, Branch, Lunch, Dinner

Services

Takeaway, Reservations available, Outdoor seating, Dine-in

Dietary options

Vegan options, Vegetarian options, Healthy options

Offering

Serving alcohol, Serving desserts, Small plates, Serving cocktails, Serving beer, Serving wine, Serving coffee

Payment

Payment by credit card, Payment by debit card, NFC payment

How to get here?

The nearest public transport options for your convenience.

Post Office

Bus stop 164 m walk

Butts Road

Bus stop 198 m walk

Co-operative

Bus stop 58 m walk

Windsor Castle

Bus stop 171 m walk

4.5

based on 244 reviews

Google

4.4/5 173 reviews

Facebook

4.6/5 71 review

Karen Griffiths

Food: 4
Service: 1
Atmosphere: 3

We have been to this place before and enjoyed both the food and the service, but today’s service was poor (and I’m not talking about the very pleasant work-experience person). Previously, I have always ordered at the counter, which we attempted to do again today. Today, the lady behind the counter said in a very curt manner “table service” (no “please sit down and we will come to you”). So we sat down and our order was taken by the above work-experience person. While waiting for the food, I could see a child on a neighbouring table suck the top of both the ketchup and mayonnaise bottles. Not wanting to be offered those bottles, I tried to discreetly tell the “curt” woman about the situation, to which she marched over to the table and reported it to the mother (I assume trying to make trouble for me). I eventually received a very nice omelette and chips, together with another (non-sucked I hope!) ketchup bottle. As expected, the mum of the child came over to me as she was leaving and made some snide comments. In conclusion, I have always enjoyed their omelette and chips (my regular) but today was not a happy experience.

Nigel Karslake

Just had the big full english. Lovely 2 of everything, big pile of mushrooms and beans. Fried bread. Friendly service. Didn't need to eat for the rest of the day!

Stefan Kügler

Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

I was here twice in a week on Thursdays. It's a dog friendly cafe. The only thing I had to eat was the chocolate ginger cake, which was delicious. Coffee is ok, service friendly. It was quite busy on my second visit, but nobody was stressed. When it wasn't raining last week, my father and I sat outside on the terrace, albeit small. Nice despite the road right in front. My father had the cherry scone which he liked, too.

The Heavy Tree in Exeter