Stage

Stage reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Alison

   Devon3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Incredible food served in an informal setting but with very knowledgeable staff. The whole evening was a delight.
   

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   Aimee

   Devon1 review

   4.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   This was my third visit to Stage and we dined as a party of four in the 6-8pm sitting. The food was delicious and innovative as always but compared to the previous two visits the service wasn't quite as smooth and personable as it had been before, hence four not five stars. This time the service felt more rushed, with plates being cleared away whilst members of the group were still eating and it was clear they wanted us in/out asap to ready the table for the next sitting at 8pm, despite the speed of our meal being dictated by the restaurant and the timings they chose to bring the food out to us. We still had a really lovely time but it wasn't quite as shiny an experience as before.
   

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   Alice

   Devon2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Second time eating here and even better than the first. So exciting that this is local to us. Lacto-plums and pickled grapes…prepared to be blown away by the skill of these chefs!
   

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   Jake

   Nottingham1 review

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   One of my favourite dining experiences in Exeter, the seasonal changing menu and the surprise aspect of it means it’s a restaurant that I look forward to returning to in the near future to have a new experience hopefully as equally good as this one. Front of house were friendly and very knowledgeable of the menu and were a credit to the business
   

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   Russ

   Devon3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Fantastic as always. They set menu and thats always a surprise. 4 courses and the optional drinks flight. We have had the last few visits and really adds to the experience. The bread is something special. Thoroughly recommend Stage always delivers. We book for special occasions and have always come away having the best time A proper little gem. May need to book well in advance as reputation proceeds it. Will be booking again soon
   

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   Claire

   Manchester2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on May 7, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Love Stage! Just the best place to eat in Exeter. Great food, relaxed atmosphere and just a joy to visit.
   

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   Neil

   Devon2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on May 5, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Having dined at Stage many times it still never disappoints, food quality is as high as ever and all produced with a style and flavours that are a joy. Personal favourite is the cloud dread with the fermented butter (of various flavours) Keep up the outstanding work
   

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   Ben

   Devon2 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on May 3, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Thoroughly excellent tasting menu and very attentive wait staff. Will definitely return. Only criticism would be that the 6 courses felt a little rushed because of the table time limit. And the wine list was a little restrictive and overpriced. I would have expected more choice in the £25 - £40 price bracket
   

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   Sue

   Devon3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on May 2, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Amazing! Our second meal at Stage was just as good as the first. We're already planning our next visit! The staff are friendly and knowledgeable. The food was outstanding, fresh ingredients and imaginative combinations. Thank you Stage, see you again soon!
   

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    Amber

    Devon1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    I couldn't recommend Stage more! It was the right mix of friendly with formality. The staff were all very knowledgeable about the food and drinks. It was exciting to try and guess what food was coming next based on the drink and the cutlery provided. Plus whoever was in charge of the music has great taste!
    

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