Seafood restaurant in Dartmouth

The original Rockfish, and still one of the best views in the house.

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This is where Rockfish began back in 2008, and the idea has never changed: the freshest fish, simply cooked, in the town that is our spiritual home. Our Dartmouth restaurant sits right on the South Embankment, looking out over the River Dart. Naval fleets have launched from this river, fishing boats have worked it for centuries, and today the ferries, yachts and crabbing lines off the quay keep it as alive as ever. Pull up a seat by the window and the whole show plays out in front of you.

Our seafood is landed in Brixham, just around the coast, prepared by hand each morning and here in time for lunch. The vibe is laid-back, the team knows their stuff, and if you're not sure what to order, ask them what came in today.

Dartmouth is a proper river town, castle at the mouth, naval college on the hill, and we're proud to be part of its everyday life, from regatta week to quiet Tuesdays in November.

Contact details

Dartmouth

Rockfish Dartmouth
8 South Embankment
TQ6 9BH

01803 832800

dartmouth@therockfish.co.uk

Opening times

Every Day 12 - 9pm

A collage of the communities Rockfish support

Rooted in Community

We believe a restaurant should be part of its community, not just a place in it. Thanks to the generosity of our guests, who can choose to add an optional £1 to their bill, Rockfish supports local charities, community projects and inspirational people doing brilliant things close to home, in every harbour and seaside town we call home across Devon and Dorset. From youth clubs and sailing trusts to beach cleans and seaside festivals, discover what guest generosity is doing in your town.

Dartmouth Community Projects

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Parking in Dartmouth

If you are lucky you can grab a space on the road outside the restaurant on the Embankment. During the summer these spaces are 2 hour parking.

Dartmouth Park and Ride
The Park and Ride service is managed by South Hams District Council, and runs between Easter and the end of October, every 10 minutes, or 20 minutes on a Sunday. The service runs from the car park just outside Dartmouth on the A3122, where it joins with the A379 by Lidls supermarket, to Dartmouth town centre. Postcode reference TQ6 9LW.

Free Parking
The Old Market Car Park is run by Dartmouth Town Council and parking is free of charge, however there is no parking on market days, which are on a Tuesday and a Friday.

On street parking on the North Embankment is free from the 1st October to 30th April.

Between 1st May to 30th September most on-street parking is limited to one or two hours.

Car Parks Managed By South Hams District Council
Mayors Avenue, TQ6 9NF
Dartmouth Castle, TQ6 0JN

Dog friendly dining in Dartmouth

Dogs are as much a part of beach life as we are, so four-legged crew are very welcome at Rockfish Dartmouth. Water bowls are always on hand, and after a morning exploring the town and walking along the River Dart, there's no better spot for you both to refuel.

Dining outside in Dartmouth

We don't currently have outdoor tables at our Dartmouth restaurant, but don't let that keep you indoors! Our Rockfish takeaway is just around the corner, serving the same fresh fish and chips to go, and in Dartmouth the whole town is your dining room. Pull up a bench on the South Embankment and eat overlooking the River Dart, wander down to Bayard's Cove and watch the boats from the old quay, or find a spot on the grass in Royal Avenue Gardens. Fish and chips by the water, eaten in the sea air: some would say that's the best table in town.