• City Gate, 
  • 1 Iron Bridge, 
  • Exeter, 
  • Devon, 
  • EX4 3RB

01392 495811

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Food & Drink

Our seasonal menu brings together the best British ingredients from land and sea for a hearty, all-day dining experience, from breakfast through to dinner.

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Christmas Dining in Exeter

Seasonal feasts, winter tipples and all the Christmas trimmings.

Festive Menus
Sunday Roasts

Think succulent cuts of slow-roasted West-Country beef, larger-than-life Yorkies and boat loads of chef's proper gravy.

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British Pub Classics

Nostalgic, proper-pub favourites that we all know and love are at the heart of our seasonal menu. From traditional beer battered fish and chips to our freshly made pies.

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Winter Cocktails at City Gate

From a Fig Negroni to Winter Sangria, there’s a new favourite waiting at the bar this season.

Cocktail List

Food & Drink at City Gate, Exeter

At City Gate, our Head Chef Dean puts his own stamp on British pub classics. Think seasonal cooking, quality ingredients from land and sea, and dishes made with care and plenty of flavour. Pull up a chair and make yourself at home in our pub in Exeter city centre.

Join us for a long lunch, a spontaneous supper or a proper meal with friends. As the days turn colder, there’s plenty of comfort on the menu, alongside the favourites you’ll always be glad to see.

And then there’s Sunday. Gather your favourite people for a Sunday roast in Exeter, complete with all the trimmings and time to linger over another glass.

Good food, good company and no need to rush off.

Breakfast
Winter Cocktails
Main Menu
Children's Menu
Sunday
Sandwiches & Brunch
Puddings
Wine List 2026
Party Boards
Breakfast Table

Street & Co coffee, fresh fruit juice, yoghurts, fruit & seasonal pastries

  • £12.00
Full English Breakfast

Streaky bacon, Pork & Fennel sausage, sauteed new potatoes, baked beans, roast tomato, chestnut mushrooms, free range eggs, toasted sourdough & butter 969KCal

  • £13.50
Full Vegetarian

Plant based Cumberland sausage, Sauteed
new potatoes, baked beans, chestnut
mushrooms, roast tomato, free range eggs,
sourdough & butter V. 572Kcal

  • £11.50
Eggs Benedict

Braised ham, English muffin, free range eggs,
hollandaise sauce 560Kcal

  • £12.00
Eggs Florentine

Buttered spinach, English muffin, free range eggs,hollandaise sauce 422Kcal

  • £11.00
Dippy Eggs

Soft boiled free range eggs, toasted sourdough
soldiers. 487Kcal.

  • £8.00
Porridge

Scottish oats, toasted almonds & berry jam
559Kca

  • £5.00
Avocado Toast

Crushed avocado, toasted
sourdough, poached free range eggs 367Kcal

  • £8.50
Homemade Granola

Natural yoghurt & berry jam
644Kca

  • £5.50
Croissant 'Croque Madame'

Croissant, Braised Ham Hock & Cornish cheddar, cheese sauce & fried free range eggs, 616Kcal

  • £10.00
Vein French Toast

Whipped Mascarpone's & raspberries 433 Kcal

  • £10.00
Breakfast available 8am til 10am

We're proud to be championing British Farmers and producing fresh food sustainably.

Spritz

Pomegranate Gin Fizz

Plymouth Gin, Elderflower, Pomegranate, Cranberry, Prosecco, Soda

Our seasonal take on a Hugo Spritz.

  • £11.50
Winter Sangria

Martini Rosso, Burnt Faith Peach Liqueur, Fever-Tree Blood Orange Soda

  • £11.00
Picante Spritz

Altos Plata Tequila, Beesou Honey, Green Chilli, Lime, Soda

  • £10.50
Yuzu Honeybee

Jameson Irish Whiskey, Beesou Honey Aperitif, Yuzu Sherbet, Fever-Tree Ginger Ale

Sit back and sip this sustainable spritz,
safe knowing every drink supped will help
protect our bees.

  • £12.50

Cocktails

Espresso Martini

Absolut Vodka, Kahlúa, Coffee

  • £12.00
Passion Fruit Martini

Absolut Vanilia Vodka, Passion Fruit, Pineapple, Prosecco

  • £12.00
Old Fashioned

Buffalo Trace Bourbon, Demerara Sugar, Orange Bitters

Also available as a Rum Old Fashioned
with Havana Club 7.

  • £12.00
Fig Negroni

Plymouth Gin, Campari, Fig Liqueur

  • £12.50
Negroni 0.0

Tanqueray 0.0%, Lyre’s Italian Spritz 0.0%, Three Spirit Livener 0.0%
(46 kcal)

  • £9.50
Lychee Margarita

Casamigos Blanco Tequila, Burnt Faith Triple Sec, Lime, Lychee

  • £12.50

Winter Coolers

Apple & Elderflower

Elderflower, Apple, Raspberry, Orange Blossom, Soda (88kcal)

  • £4.90
Cranberry & Mint

Cranberry, Moroccan & English Mint, Fever-Tree Ginger Ale (93kcal)

  • £4.90
Raspberry & Rose

Fever-Tree Raspberry & Rose Lemonade (50kcal)

  • £3.90

Mindful Blends

TRIP Cherry Lemon

Magnesium, Lion’s Mane, Chamomile (30kcal)

  • £4.40
TRIP Elderflower Mint

Magnesium, Lion’s Mane, Lemon Balm (22kcal)

  • £4.40
Ginger Yuzu Fizz

Three Spirit Social, Yuzu Sherbet, Fever-Tree
Ginger Ale (84kcal)

  • £7.50

Sparkling Wine

Steinbock, Riesling

Germany
S £6.3 (28kcal)
B £31.5

  • £31.50
Nooh La Coste Rosé

Provence
S £8.15 (22kcal)
B £42.5

  • £42.50
Spirit and wine measures vary by serve.
Please ask a member of the team for more details.
Please ask the team about our wide range of alcohol-free beers and cider.
Before you order your drink, please inform a member of the team if you have any allergies or intolerances.
An adult’s recommended daily calorie allowance is 2,000 Kcal.

While You Wait

Lemon & thyme marinated olives ve
  • £4.50
Grilled ciabatta served with oil & confit garlic butter v
  • £5.00
Anchovies, charred lemon
  • £5.00

Starters

Calamari, squid ink mayo, spring onion & chilli
  • £8.00
s (640kcal) 7
  • £7.00
Hertfordshire chicken, confit garlic & thyme terrine, picalilli, ciabatta
  • £9.00
Spiced dingly dell pork belly bites, pomegranate molasses, sesame seeds
  • £8.00
Devon crab bruschetta, pickled fennel, radish & watercress
  • £9.00
Pea & mint hummus, radish, peashoots & toasted ciabatta
  • £7.00

Sharer

Roasted camembert, honey & rosemary, toasted bloomer v
  • £20.00

Main Menu

Steak & Young’s London ale pie, bubble & squeak, Young’s ale onion gravy & roasted carrot
  • £19.00
Devon crab, king prawn, spinach & chilli linguine
  • £18.00
Rib eye steak, chimichurri, triple cooked chips, watercress salad

add a salsa verde or add a peppercorn sauce or bearnaise sauce 2.5

  • £30.00
Hertfordshire Chicken Caesar Salad, Cos Lettuce, Anchovies, Brioche Croutons & Soft St Ewes Egg
  • £19.00
Roast fennal & courgette. whipped vegan feta, salt baked beetroot, pine nuts & wild garlic oil
  • £13.00
Whole Brixham plaice, brown shrimp butter & capers, jersey royals & spinach salad
  • £24.00
Lemon & rosemary pork sirloin, buttered broccoli, jersey royals, thatchers cider & course grain mustard sauce
  • £18.00
Thatcher's cider battered haddock, triple cooked chips, tartare sauce, crushed peas and charred lemon
  • £19.00
Short rib & British beef brisket burger, sesame seed bun, cheese, pickles, burger sauce, crispy onions, fries
  • £18.00
Plant based burger, sesame seeded bun, cheese, pickles, burger sauce, crispy onions, fries ve
  • £18.50
Pea, lemon & courgette risotto
  • £12.50

Sides

Triple cooked chips/fries roasted shallot mayo
  • £5.00
Thatcher’s cider battered onion rings
  • £5.00
Pickled fennel, radish & watercress salad
  • £5.00
Red cabbage & apple slaw
  • £5.00
ga - Gluten Avoiding
v - Vegetarian
ve - Vegan

Children's Mains

Mini chicken burger, mayo, lettuce, fries (530Kcal)
Mini City Gate burger, cheese, mayo, fries (699Kcal)
Sausage, fries, beans (616Kcal)
Battered haddock, chips, crushed peas (338Kcal)
Flatbread pizza, tomato sauce, cheddar (457Kcal)

Children's Puddings

Scoop of Jude's ice cream (105Kcal) ve

Vanilla, Chocolate or Honeycomb available

£9 for a main, pudding & drink

Starters

Lemon & thyme marinated olives ve
  • £4.50
Grilled Ciabatta served with oil & confit garlic butter v
  • £5.00

Starters

Calamari, squid ink mayo, spring onion & chilli
  • £8.00
Watercress & wild garlic soup, cheese straws
  • £7.00
Spiced dingly dell pork belly bites, pomegranate molasses, sesame seeds
  • £8.00
Pea & mint hummus, radish, peashoots & toasted ciabatta
  • £7.00

Roast

All served with beef dripping roast potatoes, crushed roots, maple roast heritage carrot, spring greens, Yorkshire pudding, lashings of gravy

Roasted rump of West Country beef, horseradish creme fraiche
  • £21.00
Pan fried Shropshire chicken supreme, chicken thigh wrapped in bacon, redcurrant jelly
  • £19.00
Slow roast pork belly, apple sauce
  • £19.00
Walnut, lentils & smoked Applewood cheese roast with vegan gravy v/ve
  • £18.00

Roast Sharers

2 people 39.5 (3739Kcal) | 4 people 79 (7277Kcal) | 6 people 118.5 (10815Kcal)

Roasted rump of West Country beef, roast Shropshire chicken, slow roast pork, crushed root vegetables, maple roasted parsnips, buttered cavolo nero, Yorkshire pudding, roasted potatoes, gravy.

2 people (2343Kcal) / 4 people (4686kcal) / 6 people (7029kcal)

  • £49.50
  • £99.00
  • £148.50

Sunday Mains

Thatcher's cider battered haddock, triple cooked chips, tartare sauce, mushy peas and charred lemon
  • £19.00
Short rib & British beef brisket burger, sesame seed bun, cheese, pickles, burger sauce, crispy onions, fries
  • £18.00
Hertfordshire Chicken Caesar Salad, Cos Lettuce, Anchovies, Brioche Croutons & Soft St Ewes Egg
  • £19.00
Plant based burger, sesame seeded bun, cheese, pickles, burger sauce, crispy onions, fries ve
  • £18.50

Sides

Cauliflower cheese
  • £6.00
Seasonal side salad
  • £4.00
Pigs in blankets
  • £7.00
Roast Potatoes, Yorkshire puddings, gravy
  • £6.00
Roasted Veg
  • £6.00
We ‘re proud to be championing British farmers and producing fresh food sustainably.

v Vegetarian
ve Vegan
ga Gluten Avoiding

Brunch

Bubble & Squeak, smoked bacon & fried St Ewes egg
  • £8.50
Butter croissant, crushed avocado, poached eggs, harissa hollandaise
  • £10.00

Sandwiches

All served in white or harvester bloomer, served with kohlrabi remoulade slaw

Why Not... Upgrade kohlrabi remoulade slaw to fries or triple cooked chips 1.50

City gate club sandwhich, triple decker, chicken, bacon, boiled egg, lettuce, tomato & mayo
  • £9.50
Pea & mint hummus flatbread, radish, pickled fennel & watercress
  • £8.00
Devon crab creme fraiche flatbread, watercress & chilli
  • £9.00
Haddock, tartare sauce, lettuce
  • £11.00
ga- Gluten Avoiding
v - Vegetarian
ve - Vegan
Lunch Menu available 10am-5pm

Puddings

Chocolate tart, strawberry compot, whipped cream
  • £8.00
Panna cotta, rhubarb coulis
  • £8.00
Salted caramel tart, vanilla ice cream
  • £8.00
Judes's ice cream (3 scoops) (314kcal)

vanilla, chocolate, salted caramel,
salted caramel

(1/2/3 scoop option available)

  • £6.50
Long clawson stilton, balsamic grapes, whipped butter & crackers
  • £10.00
Affogato
  • £7.00
Sorbet

1 Scoop

  • £6.00

A Proper Sunday Roast in Exeter

Crisp roast potatoes, all the trimmings and West Country beef carved for the occasion. Sundays at City Gate are best spent around the table.

Start with our killer Bloody Mary, made with Absolut Tabasco Vodka and The Pickle House Spiced Tomato Mix. It’s savoury, satisfying and has just the right kick.

Looking for a Sunday roast in Exeter city centre? You know where to find us.

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Gather Round for Christmas

Our three-course festive feasts are available to book throughout November and December, whether you’re planning a Christmas party, a family get-together or a catch-up with friends. Expect seasonal dishes, festive favourites and plenty of winter wines to raise a glass with.

We’re also open for Christmas Day dining. Gather everyone around the table, tuck into Christmas dinner with all the trimmings and let us take care of the occasion.

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Good Morning, Exeter

From a hearty full-English, dippy eggs (yes, you read right), and smashed avocado on sourdough to perfectly prepared pastries – our breakfast menu is served daily, so pop in to start your day the right way.

Breakfast Menu

Winter Cocktails

Our cocktail menu brings together familiar favourites, seasonal serves and a thoughtful selection of British producers. There’s even a Negroni 0.0 for the days you fancy all the occasion without the alcohol.

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A Bloody Good Sunday

Our Bloody Mary brings together Absolut Tabasco Vodka and The Pickle House Spiced Tomato Mix for a savoury serve with just the right amount of spice. Just the thing to sip while your roast is on its way.

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Iconic Beers

We are proud to serve a range of real ales, from our iconic Young’s Original and Young’s Special, to locally loved favourites from Otter Brewery and St Austell, just to name a few.

Whether you’re a fan of timeless classics or looking to try something crafty, we’ve got the perfect pint (and bar snack) waiting for you.

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Parties & Celebrations

Our versatile private hire spaces, right in the heart of Exeter, are perfect for big celebrations and private events. Whether you’re planning an intimate dinner or a lively gathering, we’ve got you covered with private dining options and party platters to suit any occasion.

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Charming Bedrooms

With 20 uniquely lovable bedrooms above the pub and a central location, we’re the perfect choice for a stopover in Exeter. Our cosy and comfortable rooms promise a restful night’s sleep, with all the little touches to make you feel right at home.

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Heated & Covered Garden

Festive drinks, the big game or a celebration with your favourite people: our covered garden stretch tent has room for it all. Cosy through winter and open to the summer air, it’s a lovely spot to get together whatever the occasion.

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