Jans Kitchen

Jan's Kitchen has traded from the historic Butchers Row arcade in the heart of Barnstaple for many years, operating alongside the independent delis, cheese shops and artisan food stalls that make this Victorian covered arcade one of the town's most characterful eating destinations. The cafe serves freshly prepared sandwiches, filled rolls and light bites to the morning and lunchtime trade — workers from the town centre offices, market-goers and visitors drawn in by the Pannier Market opposite. Portions are generous and the approach is solidly no-nonsense, with hot drinks to match. Butchers Row sits in the shadow of the Long Bridge that spans the River Taw, making it a natural stopping point for anyone exploring central Barnstaple.