Hi, grew up in Torquay, so I should know some good places.
Good things to do in the morning include the Minature Village in Babbacombe - sounds childish but its really good! Or you could drive a bit further down the coast and check out Dartmouth and Kingswear. Also Paignton Zoo's usually a good bet.
As for pubs I would try somewhere out of the town centre - as they can get get crowded. Unfortunlty couldn't give you any names as its been a couple of years since I lived there.
Hope you have a nice time!!