Best pancakes in Exeter: top spots to celebrate Pancake Day 2026

Pancake Day is a regular fixture in Exeter’s food calendar, with a range of cafés and restaurants across the city serving both traditional and American-style options.

From simple lemon and sugar to fruit-topped stacks, here are some of the places in Exeter where you can find pancakes this Shrove Tuesday.

1. Boston Tea Party on Queen Street 

Boston Tea Party serves American-style pancakes as part of its standard brunch menu. Options typically include bacon and maple syrup, fruit and yoghurt and chocolate-based combinations. Its central location makes it a convenient choice for those visiting the city centre. 

2. Cosy Club on the Cathedral Yard 

Cosy Club will serve pancakes as part of its brunch offering, with sweet and savoury combinations available. The venue is located close to the Cathedral, making it a great pit stop to get your pancake fix after exploring the city. 

3. Pho Exeter in the Guildhall shopping centre

For a savoury alternative (and even a way to celebrate the Lunar New Year) Pho serves bánh xèo, a Vietnamese fried rice pancake made with rice flour, water and turmeric. The dish is filled with prawns, chicken or tofu, along with onion and bean sprouts, and is served with fresh herbs, rice paper and a nuoc cham dipping sauce.

4. Bill’s Restaurant on Gandy Street 

Bill’s on Gandy Street offers a range of pancakes as part of its breakfast and brunch menu, including a bottomless option for those looking to enjoy multiple servings. The buttermilk pancakes can be topped with a variety of sweet or savoury options, catering to different tastes.

5. Brightside Exeter located near Exeter 

Brightside Exeter, inspired by nostalgic road trips, offers triple-stacked pancakes as part of its breakfast menu. Options include granola and berries for a lighter choice or the classic bacon and maple syrup for a more indulgent start to the day.

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6. Greendale Farm Shop located near Exeter

Greendale Farm Shop stocks ingredients for making pancakes at home, including milk, flour, and free-range eggs. Its on-site food hall and butchers’ department supply a range of toppings, from fresh fruits to honey and other locally sourced produce.

7. Exeter Golf & Country Club in Countess Wear

The Members Bar at Exeter Golf & Country Club serves freshly made pancakes as part of its breakfast and daytime dining menu. Available to members and their guests, the pancakes are typically offered with a selection of sweet toppings, alongside other brunch and light lunch options.

8. Sacred Grounds in McCoy’s Arcade

Located inside McCoy’s Arcade off Fore Street, Sacred Grounds is an independent café serving speciality coffee and brunch dishes. Pancakes are offered as part of its daytime menu, usually accompanied by a choice of sweet toppings.

9. Côte Brasserie Exeter on the Cathedral Yard

Located on Cathedral Yard, Côte Brasserie offers French-style crêpes as part of its breakfast and brunch menu. These thinner pancakes are typically served with sweet toppings such as fruit, chocolate sauce or sugar and lemon, reflecting the restaurant’s French-inspired approach.

10. Tea on the Green on the Cathedral Green

Situated on Cathedral Green, Tea on the Green serves traditional café-style breakfasts, lunches and afternoon teas. Pancakes are sometimes available as part of the breakfast or seasonal menu, usually accompanied by classic toppings such as syrup, fruit or sugar and lemon.

Some venues may introduce limited-edition Pancake Day dishes in addition to their standard menus. Checking websites or social media pages before visiting can confirm availability, and booking may be advisable during busy periods.

From traditional stacks to Vietnamese savoury pancakes, Exeter offers a range of options to mark Pancake Day this year.