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Places to Eat in Cornwall

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Looking for some fantastic places to eat in Cornwall? Our handy eating and drinking guide divulges the best bars, restaurants, pubs and cafés to visit during your stay.

You will find a wide variety of places to eat in Cornwall, whether you are looking for the renowned Newlyn Crab, caught fresh off the coast of Mount’s Bay, or for a piping-hot pasty, lovingly made in one of the many top-notch bakeries. Travel to the coast and relax after a long day enjoying the sun in one of the many cafés in Cornwall.

If you’re looking for somewhere to dine after a long day, there are a number of incredible places to eat in Cornwall to choose from, including Michelin Star delights and restaurants on the beach! Choose between some of the best restaurants in: Truro, Newquay, Looe, Penzance, Fowey, Bude and St Ives, as well as the glorious fishing port Padstow and visit the flagship restaurant of celebrity chef, Rick Stein. Alternatively, tuck into a fresh catch at a Cornwall seafood restaurant, such as Falmouth‘s Hooked on the Rocks. This restaurant has also been dubbed as one of the best sea-view restaurants in Cornwall.

If you are looking for a decent pint with spectacular views, there are a wealth of pubs in Cornwall that provide just that. Unwind in establishments that have been around for centuries and were once the haunts of smugglers, rogues and pirates. Tintagel’s Old Malthouse Inn, a charming pub resting on the South West Coast Path, is a prime example, and also makes for one of the best dog-friendly restaurants in Cornwall.

Fancy a bite to eat at a veggie-friendly place to eat in Cornwall? You’ll be pleased to know that the county hosts a variety of vegan and vegetarian restaurants. Alternatively, if you want to sample international cuisines during your Cornwall visit, why not venture to an Italian or Indian restaurant?

Keep reading to find these lovely Cornwall restaurants and their menus below…

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  • cold cuts and white wine

    Olive Tree – Bude

    The Wharf
    Bude
    Cornwall
    United Kingdom
    EX23 8LG

    01288 359577

    Nestled in the charming town of Bude, Olive Tree serves up an array of delicious dishes using locally-sourced produce and ingredients.

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  • fish with vegetables

    Outlaw’s New Road

    6 New Road
    Port Isaac
    Cornwall
    PL29 3SB

    01208 880 896

    Outlaw’s New Road restaurant is a well-known dining destination located in the heart of Port Isaac, Cornwall. This Michelin-starred restaurant is owned and operated by renowned British chef Nathan Outlaw, and it has quickly become a favourite among locals and tourists alike.

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  • Padstow Beer Company

    Padstow Brewing Co.

    This award-winning Cornish brewery offers an array of fine craft ales, as well as the opportunity to learn of the interesting brewing process.

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  • Spaghetti and meatballs

    Papa Nino – Looe

    Higher Market St
    The Quay
    Looe
    Cornwall
    PL13 1BP

    01503 264231

    Love Italian food? Check out Papa Nino in Looe, where traditional dishes, crisp wine and more can be enjoyed.

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  • Chefs in kitchen

    Paul Ainsworth at No. 6

    6 Middle Street
    Padstow
    PL28 8AP

    01841 532093

    A Michelin star restaurant in the heart of Padstow by British chef, Paul Ainsworth and Chef Patron Chris McClurg.

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  • fishmongers sea bass and prawns

    Pengelly’s Fishmongers

    The Quay
    Looe
    Cornwall
    PL13 1DX

    01503262246

    An authentic family-run fishmongers selling the very best catches from the boats in Looe.

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  • Pengenna Pasties
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    Pengenna Pasties

    6 Atlantic Rd
    Tintagel
    Cornwall
    PL34 0DD

    01840770223

    A trip to Cornwall wouldn’t be complete without sampling a traditional pasty and there’s no better place to do it than Pengenna Pasties.

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  • Pennycomequick

    Pennycomequick

    16 Killigrew Street
    The Moor
    Falmouth
    TR11 3PN

    01326 311912

    Pennycomequick is one of Falmouth’s oldest pubs, with the building dating back to the mid-1700s. The name means ‘head of the creek’ and is an old Celtic name for Falmouth.

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  • an offering of italian dishes

    Peppers Pasta & Pizzeria

    22 Fore Street
    St Ives
    Cornwall
    England
    United Kingdom
    TR26 1AB

    01736 794014

    Welcome to Peppers Pasta & Pizzeria, located in the heart of St Ives. This family-run restaurant offers an authentic taste of Italy with a mouthwatering menu of homemade dishes.

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  • person lifting slice with a cheese pull from a pepproni pizza

    Piero’s Pizzeria

    Piero's Ristorante & Pizzeria
    Kenwyn St
    Truro
    Cornwall
    TR1 3DJ

    01872 222279

    Welcome to Piero’s Pizzeria, Truro’s go-to spot for delicious, freshly made pizzas using only quality ingredients. A welcoming atmosphere and great service await!

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