Greggs - Exeter, 28 Sidwell St

Exeter locals heading into town have long known the reliable comfort of Greggs on Sidwell Street, where the morning rush is met with a steady stream of oven-fresh pastries and breakfast rolls. This popular chain, holding a solid 4/5 from over 125 Google reviews, has made itself a fixture for anyone needing a quick, no-fuss start to the day. The high-street bakery's breakfast menu is straightforward and satisfying.

Think warm, buttery croissants, sausage rolls with that signature flaky pastry, and hearty bacon or sausage baps that hit the spot without fuss. The cooking here is all about efficiency and consistency—expect the same reliable quality whether you're grabbing a breakfast baguette or a classic porridge pot on a chilly Exeter morning. It's the kind of place where you can order ahead on and swing by for a hot, ready-to-go meal that feels like a proper start to the day, especially when you're short on time.