Exeter Airport Food, Drink & Restaurants: Complete Terminal Guide (2026)

Planning what to eat and drink at Exeter Airport? Whether you need a quick coffee before check-in or a sit-down meal after security, this guide covers every café, bar and restaurant in the terminal – with opening hours, locations, and what to expect.

Looking for somewhere to eat at Exeter Airport? The terminal is compact but well-served, with options both before and after the security checkpoint. This guide is part of our wider resource on Exeter Airport parking and travel tips – everything you need before you fly.

Exeter Airport Restaurants & Cafes at a Glance

Not sure which option suits you? Use this table to quickly find the right spot depending on where you are in the terminal.

Venue	Type	Location	Opens	Best for
Café – We Make	Café	Before security	First flight of day	Coffee, sandwiches, pre-security snacks
Coastline Café (formerly Cove Café)	Café / Bar	Before security	First flight of day	Drinks, pastries, light meals
Moorland Kitchen	Restaurant	After security	First flight of day	Full breakfasts, hot meals, dietary options
Fed & Watered Wine & Dine	Restaurant	After security	First flight of day	Sit-down dining, hot breakfasts, salads
Fed & Watered Café-Bar	Café / Bar	After security	First flight of day	Barista coffee, paninis, pastries
Executive Lounge	Lounge (bookable)	After security, ground floor	First flight of day	Complimentary food/drinks, Wi-Fi, runway views

Opening hours vary in line with the flight schedule. All venues open from check-in for the first departure of the day.

Before Security: Cafés & Shops at Exeter Airport

If you arrive early or prefer to eat before passing through security, Exeter Airport has two options in the main terminal concourse. You can also pop into WHSmith airside for snacks, travel essentials and reading material.

Café – We Make

Situated in the main concourse before security, Café – We Make is a solid first stop for travellers who want to fuel up without the pressure of a departure clock. There’s indoor seating inside the terminal, plus outdoor seating on the piazza during warmer months – a rare luxury for a regional airport.

The menu centres on freshly brewed coffee, a wide selection of filled sandwiches, and quick grab-and-go snacks. It’s the most accessible option if you’re dropping someone off, picking up passengers, or travelling with anyone who isn’t flying.

• Location: Main concourse, before security
• Opening hours: From check-in opening for the first flight of the day
• Good for: Coffee, sandwiches, pre-flight snacks, outdoor seating

Coastline Café (formerly Cove Café)

Also located before security, the Coastline Café – previously known as Cove Café – offers a relaxed environment with a focus on drinks and lighter bites. The menu includes hot drinks, soft drinks, alcohol, and food options. Check the latest menus on arrival as offerings can vary.

• Location: Before security
• Opening hours: From check-in opening for the first flight of the day
• Good for: Drinks, pastries, cakes, light meals

After Security: Airside Restaurants, Bars & Cafés at Exeter Airport

Once through security, there are several airside dining options depending on whether you want a full meal, a quick coffee, or a drink with runway views. All venues are open from the first departure of the day in line with the flight schedule.

Moorland Kitchen

Moorland Kitchen is Exeter Airport’s main airside restaurant, serving coffee, drinks and food throughout the day. It’s well-suited to travellers with a little time to sit down before their flight.

Breakfast is served until 10:50 daily (times may vary depending on the day’s flight schedule). Choose from a Devon Breakfast or the Devon Sausage Baguette, or order something lighter such as a bagel or Devon Cream Pancakes. A lunch menu runs from 10:00 daily and covers a broad range of options including vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free choices.

Moorland Kitchen opens daily in line with the flight schedule, though it may not be open for late-night departures. Menu items may vary.

• Location: Airside, after security
• Opening hours: First flight of day (note: may not open for last flights)
• Good for: Full cooked breakfasts, hot lunches, vegetarian and vegan options
• Menus: View the latest Moorland Kitchen menus

Fed & Watered Wine & Dine

The Fed & Watered restaurant is the airside sit-down dining option at Exeter Airport, open from the first check-in of the day. The menu covers hot breakfasts, main meals throughout the day, and a good range of sandwiches, salads and lighter snacks. It’s a reliable choice if you want a proper meal before a longer flight.

• Location: Airside, after security
• Opening hours: From check-in opening for the first flight of the day
• Good for: Sit-down meals, cooked breakfasts, salads, sandwiches

Fed & Watered Bar

Accessed via the Fed & Watered restaurant, the airside bar is one of the better spots in the terminal – it has views directly over the airfield, making it a pleasant place to watch departures while you wait. The bar stocks a broad range of beers, wines, spirits and soft drinks, plus a snacks menu.

• Location: Airside, after security (enter via the restaurant)
• Opening hours: From check-in opening for the first flight of the day
• Good for: Pre-flight drinks, airfield views, beers, wines and spirits

Fed & Watered Café-Bar

For travellers who want something lighter, the Fed & Watered Café-Bar offers a full barista-led espresso menu – from flat whites and lattes to cappuccinos and espressos. The food menu includes freshly prepared salads and sandwiches, ciabattas, toasted paninis, and a rotating selection of sweet treats including pastries, cakes and muffins.

• Location: Airside, after security
• Opening hours: From check-in opening for the first flight of the day
• Good for: Specialty coffee, paninis, pastries, light bites

Executive Lounge

The Executive Lounge at Exeter Airport is located on the ground floor airside, bookable for £27.50 per person. It’s open from the first departure through to the last, and offers a comfortable retreat with runway views, complimentary food and drinks, unlimited Wi-Fi, and access to newspapers and magazines.

Lounge guests can enjoy cereals, soup, bread, cheese and a selection of cakes at most times of day, with a bar snack selection available after 10pm. Up to two alcoholic drinks are included per guest, with soft drinks and hot drinks available throughout.

• Location: Ground floor, airside
• Price: £27.50 per person
• Opening hours: First to last flight of the day
• Good for: Pre-flight relaxation, complimentary food and drinks, Wi-Fi, quiet space
• Book: Reserve the Exeter Airport Executive Lounge

Airside Shopping at Exeter Airport

Beyond dining, Exeter Airport has a small but useful airside retail offer:

• WHSmith – Magazines, books, snacks, drinks and confectionery. Located after security. Great for last-minute travel essentials and something to read on the flight.
• World Duty Free – Reserve & Collect online before you fly and save 10%. Products include fragrance, beauty, sunglasses, and sports brands not available on the high street. Order at least 24 hours ahead (some products up to 30 days in advance).

Frequently Asked Questions: Eating at Exeter Airport

Is there a restaurant at Exeter Airport after security?

Yes. Exeter Airport has several airside dining options including Moorland Kitchen (full meals and breakfasts), the Fed & Watered Wine & Dine restaurant, and the Fed & Watered Café-Bar. All are located after security.

What time do the cafés open at Exeter Airport?

All cafés, restaurants and bars at Exeter Airport open in line with the flight schedule – from check-in opening for the first departure of the day. Opening times vary, so check the airport’s website or the individual venue for exact times.

Is there food available before security at Exeter Airport?

Yes. Café – We Make and Coastline Café are both located before the security checkpoint in the main concourse, offering coffee, snacks and light meals.

Can I book the Executive Lounge at Exeter Airport?

Yes. The Exeter Airport Executive Lounge is open to all passengers and can be booked in advance. It costs £27.50 per person and includes complimentary food, soft drinks, up to two alcoholic drinks, Wi-Fi, and runway views.

Does Exeter Airport have vegetarian or vegan food options?

Yes. Moorland Kitchen airside offers a range of vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options on its lunch menu. The Fed & Watered Café-Bar also carries salads and lighter items suited to various dietary needs.

Plan the Rest of Your Journey from Exeter Airport

Sorting your food and drink is just one piece of the pre-flight puzzle. Here’s what else you might need:

• Exeter Airport parking with APH – Compare short and long stay options, with free shuttle transfers
• Exeter Airport guide – Terminal maps, transport links, check-in times and more