Exeter Food Hunt | Mango's: A Riverside Brunch Nook

Another riverside gem in Exeter! Mango's is tucked away on the city centre side of the river, no need to cross over—perfect for popping in after a morning jog or during a shopping trip. ☀️ Ambiance: Quiet Enough to Savor the Morning Early Bird Perk: As an early-rising student, I love that it opens at 9 AM—unlike many UK brunch spots that drag their feet until 10. We arrived at 9:30 to an empty space, sunlight streaming through spotless floor-to-ceiling windows, casting grid-like patterns on wooden tables. The only sounds? The "sizzle" of the coffee machine and distant river ripples, slow enough to make time feel soft. Seating Freedom: Indoors, warm pendant lights and potted plants create a cozy vibe, with abstract paintings on the walls. Outdoors, riverfront tables with blue parasols and wicker chairs steal the show—on sunny days, you can gaze at red-brick buildings across the water while sipping coffee, turning a meal into a mini escape. 🥯 Food Experience: Safe but Unmemorable I went for the classic combo: iced latte (£3.3) + smoked salmon bagel (£9.5), totaling £12.8—mid-range for UK brunch, decent value. Smoked Salmon Bagel: The bagel was toasted to perfection—crisp outside, chewy inside, with a subtle wheatiness. Salmon portions impressed: thin slices layered generously, with a mild smokiness that didn’t overpower. But the cream cheese was skimpy, forcing me to "ration" each spread. A little extra would’ve made it great. A Minor Gripe: The red onion in the toppings was too pungent for my taste (onion haters, beware). Picking it out improved the bite, but it’s a shame it overshadowed the other flavors. Overall, it’s "safe but not standout"—no complaints, but no urge to rush back. Iced Latte: Solid coffee flavor, smooth foam, just enough ice to stay cold till the last sip. Perfectly refreshing with the bagel. ⭐ Recommendation: ⭐⭐⭐ Ideal for anyone craving a quiet breakfast spot—ambiance beats flavor here. Pop in if you’re nearby, but don’t make a special trip—Exeter has plenty of more exciting brunch options. #ExeterEats #UKBrunch #StudyAbroadLife #ExeterFood #RiversideCafé