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Dine-in: Wed-Sat 9-14:30 | Thurs-Sat 17:30-21:00
Collection: Fri -Sat 17:30-21:00
📍Book via www.eatatblock.com/barnstaple or ☎️ 01271342045
You'll find us on the historic Butcher's Row in the heart of Barnstaple where we serve up brunch, lunch, banging coffee and morish cakes during the day. By night we are open for dine-in on Friday & Saturdays or delivery or collection Wednesday -

Saturday. If you're looking for somewhere to host your next party or get-together we offer private hire for groups of 15+ get in touch with the team to discuss your requirements.

A while back, we fell in love with kushiage (deep-fried skewers) at a tiny, brilliant Izakaya in Matsumoto, Japan.We wan...
16/07/2026

A while back, we fell in love with kushiage (deep-fried skewers) at a tiny, brilliant Izakaya in Matsumoto, Japan.

We wanted to bring that exact vibe back home, and after a lot of tweaking, we’re so happy with our own interpretation. They’re light, seriously crispy, and served with a rich dipping sauce.

This plate went out to a table who all wanted to try them. Just remember the golden rule of traditional kushiage—absolutely no double-dipping if you’re sharing the sauce bowl! 😉

You can find these on our Thursday night Izakaya menu. We also occasionally run them as a daily special—though they never usually last very long when we do!

Who’s putting an order in this week?

Planning your next food fix? 🍽️ Here’s a quick reminder of when the kitchen is open this week.✨ Brunch | Wednesday to Sa...
30/06/2026

Planning your next food fix? 🍽️ Here’s a quick reminder of when the kitchen is open this week.

✨ Brunch | Wednesday to Saturday | 09:00 – 11:30
✨ Lunch | Wednesday to Saturday | 12:00 – 15:00
✨ Dinner | Thursday to Saturday | 17:30 – 21:00

🏮 Thursday Night Special: Just a heads up that our Thursday dinner service is completely dedicated to our Izakaya menu—think incredible Asian-inspired small plates, street food, and great drinks.

Whether you're stopping by for a casual brunch or a Thursday night feast, we’ve got you sorted.

☝️ Hit the link in our bio to lock in your table.

10/06/2026

After a couple of weeks of testing this beaut out on you guys, the new Karaage Chicken Burger is officially ready to go live. Your feedback during the trials was unreal—this exact ticket was for FIVE of them on a single order! 🤯🍔

We do things properly here: skin-on chicken thigh, marinated overnight in soy and ginger, fried until intensely crispy, then coated in a sticky teriyaki glaze. Finished with crushed sesame seeds and served in a soft brioche bun with a Japanese-style mayo.

It’s rich, savory, sticky, and super super tasty. Come see why it didn't even make it past the test phase before flying out the door. 🥢✨

Available on the Lunch, Dinner & Takeaway Menu

☝️ Booking link in bio to secure your table or book a collection.

Big love to Lewis for leaving this review on Dishcult over the weekend. 🙌✨We can obsess over recipes and tweak menu item...
03/06/2026

Big love to Lewis for leaving this review on Dishcult over the weekend. 🙌✨

We can obsess over recipes and tweak menu items all day, but at the end of the day, it's the team on the floor and in the kitchen that make BLOCK what it is. Hearing that you love the food, the team, and the vibe means everything to us.

If you’ve had a great meal with us recently, drop us a review or tag us in your stories—it honestly keeps the team buzzing.

Brunch - 09:00 - 11:30 Wednesday - Saturday
Lunch 12:00 - 15:00 Wednesday - Saturday
Izakaya Night 17:30 - 21:00 Thursday Night
Dinner 17:30 - 21:00 Friday & Saturday
Takeaway 17:00 - 20:00 Friday & Saturday

Link in bio to book. 🥢🔥

📍 BLOCK, Barnstaple

Ever wonder what the team actually eats when they’re off the clock? 🥢This is Becca’s go-to—our Bun Thit Nuong. Usually, ...
25/05/2026

Ever wonder what the team actually eats when they’re off the clock? 🥢

This is Becca’s go-to—our Bun Thit Nuong. Usually, you’ll find Becca behind the machine making sure your coffee is spot on, but when she’s finally on a break, she’s almost always diving into this.

It’s a vibrant bowl of vermicelli noodles, crisp cucumber, pickled carrots and fresh herbs, topped with that signature slow cooked pork belly and plenty of peanuts for the crunch. It’s got those bags of global flavor we're obsessed with, but it won't leave you feeling sluggish for the rest of the shift. 🥬🔥

The "Barista's choice" pairing? Our Vietnamese Iced Coffee. The deep, dark roast and sweet condensed milk are the perfect match for the savory glaze on the pork. 🧊☕️

Fresh, fast, and exactly what the afternoon calls for.

Available for Lunch, Dinner Wednesday to Saturday & Collection/Delivery Friday & Saturday Nights

20/05/2026

We’ve been working closely with our butcher to nail our own custom Merguez recipe. It’s packed with warming harissa, toasted spices, and plenty of garlic.

We’re serving it up with honey-glazed halloumi, fried egg, pickled cabbage, a fresh salad with dill, a dollop of yogurt, and a solid slice of sourdough. It's the ultimate upgrade to your usual morning routine.

Tag someone who needs to buy you brunch this week. 👇

🍳 Brunch: Wed to Sat | 09:00 - 11:30
📍 Butcher's Row, Barnstaple
☝️ Link in bio to lock in your table

20/05/2026

We’ve been working closely with our butcher to nail our own custom Merguez sausage recipe. Originating in North Africa it’s packed with warming harissa, toasted spices, and plenty of garlic.

We’re serving it up with honey-glazed halloumi, fried egg, pickled cabbage, a fresh salad with dill, a dollop of yogurt, and a solid slice of sourdough. It’s the ultimate upgrade to your usual morning routine.

Tag someone who needs to buy you brunch this week. 👇

🍳 Brunch: Wed to Sat | 09:00 - 11:30
📍 Butcher’s Row, Barnstaple
☝️ Link in bio to lock in your table

Ever wonder what the team actually eats when they’re off the clock? 🥢This is Emily’s GOAT meal—our Katsu Chicken. It’s b...
18/05/2026

Ever wonder what the team actually eats when they’re off the clock? 🥢

This is Emily’s GOAT meal—our Katsu Chicken. It’s been a staple on the menu for a long time, and honestly, it’s only gotten better as we’ve tweaked the recipe over the years. The recipe may have evolved but the one thing thats remained true is the fact we make this ourselves every time from scratch.

Emily looks after you all out in the front of house, but whilst she's making sure your time with us is perfect she's usually thinking about this crunchy panko breaded chicken breast and creamy sauce. One of the unsung heros of this dish...it’s that creamy sesame dressing on the cabbage. 🥬✨

If you’re feeling it, pair it with the new Umeshu Plum Cooler (pictured). The tartness of the Japanese plum cuts through the rich Katsu sauce perfectly. 🍑🍹

Just as popular today as the day we launched it. Come and see why it’s never left the menu.

📍 BLOCK, Barnstaple
🔗 Link in bio to snag a table.

Address

12-14 Butchers Row
Barnstaple
EX311BW

Opening Hours

Wednesday 9am - 2:30pm
4pm - 8pm
Thursday 9am - 2:30pm
4pm - 8pm
Friday 9am - 2:30pm
4pm - 8pm
Saturday 9am - 2:30pm
4pm - 8pm

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