The Botanist Exeter

You'll find yourself in the Guildhall Shopping Centre on the High Street, but don't let that fool you—this place punches well above its indoor mall location. The Botanist takes its botanical credentials seriously: the drinks list reads like an herbarium, and the bartenders actually know what they're doing rather than just muddling things about. The food is proper stuff too, designed to complement rather than just accompany the drinks. It's got that modern-meets-cosy vibe that makes you want to linger longer than you planned, whether you're here for a Friday night with mates or a quieter weekday escape.