Stu's at Ivybridge
Who we are
Stu’s at Ivybridge is a relatively new independent restaurant in the heart of Fore Street. We opened in November 2025 and have really hit the ground running.
Stu’s is about using organic, locally sourced produce wherever possible and combining those ingredients to offer world cuisine without clocking up airmiles or the toxins associated with industrial agricultural practices.
Stu is the Head Chef and General Manager. I’m his husband, Simon, and while Stu runs the restaurant, I work mostly behind the scenes looking after the business, marketing, events, collaborations and partnerships. We make a tremendous team and we’re supported by some fantastic staff.
We’ve been incredibly well received by Ivybridge and by the people who come through our doors. Stu’s feels like a casual café, a swanky bistro and a smart restaurant all at the same time — and we rather like that.
We listen to our customers and we’re constantly making tweaks and changes so that Stu’s can be what you want as well as what we are.
And as more and more people are discovering us from further afield, we think it’s time to spread the word.
We know you’ll do your part!
Every dish bursts with bold flavours
At Stu’s we don’t just serve food – we craft experiences. Every dish bursts with bold flavours designed to excite your palate and challenge the ordinary. From our fiery grilled steaks to our daringly spiced vegetarian and vegan creations, Stu brings a fearless approach to cooking.
On top of this, Stu cooks alchemically, which makes watching him across the pass and absolute pleasure; a wizard in his kitchen, making the food equivalent of ‘semi precious’ metals into gold.
This can be tasted in every dish; fearless, bold; sure of itself, and bursting with magic and flavour.
Stu is relentless in his pursuit of perfection, blending classic techniques with contemporary twists. The result is a menu that behaves more like the excitable tail of a dragon than a pleasant reassuring Merry-go-round. The Merry-go-round is safe to be sure, but after you’ve been round once, it’s like Groundhog day.
Ready to step up your dining game? Visit Stu’s at Ivybridge and taste the difference made by turning cooking into Wizard craft.
Ian T"Excellent, quality, super-tasty, great value food created and served by people who really care and want you to have a wonderful experience."