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This much-loved little cafe is tucked away down a side street in the centre of Penzance. It's a favourite spot for breakfast, lunch, or simply catching up over a coffee, and in the summer, it's open Friday and Saturday evenings, too.
The food is homemade and local, with a great emphasis on sustainable and seasonal. During the lockdown in 2020, The Honey Pot started to serve gorgeous, homemade ready meals, which were so popular that they still sell them.
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A pair of Cornish icons join forces at this place, Fistral Beach is one of Newquay's most-loved swathes and Rick Stein is a big name on its foodie scene.
Chip shop classics are the main event here, with cod, lemon sole, and plaice plates all rating highly. But, if a chippy tea isn't taking your fancy there's an Asian menu that just might. Goan chicken curry, pad Thai and Pondicherry cod curry are all for the taking here, too.
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A harbourside address, and a place in the Michelin guide have both given The Square a solid spot on Porthleven's dining scene.
An ever-changing menu makes sure that only the freshest of dishes are plated up at this place. If Cornish crab's on the menu, we suggest you snap it up. Dessert is covered by the Square Deli which sits on the restaurant's sidelines, its homemade ice creams and sweet treats are the talk of the town.
Good to know: Dogs are welcomed here with open arms,...
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This relaxed cafe bar serves food all day, and is a popular place to hang out. It's housed in a converted old building in Foundry Square, just next to Hayle's landmark viaduct. The atmosphere is chilled, and the menu is full of delicious Cornish produce.
Salt is best-known for its sophisticated burgers, but if you prefer fish, try something like the Cajun popcorn prawns. Salt's meat and fish are locally sourced, and you'll spot other favourite Cornish suppliers like...
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Step off the pavement in Penzance's Chapel Street and into what feels like a different world. The romantic courtyard in the Bakehouse Restaurant is full of fairy lights, plants and palm trees. Inside, the clean, contemporary decor is perfect for the restaurant's changing display of local art.
The menu is also always changing, with fresh fish from nearby Newlyn and a lot of seasonal local produce. Even the wine comes from Penzance, from Polgoon Vineyard.
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The Victory Inn holds the title of St Mawes' oldest pub, the doors on this place are first thought to have opened way back in the 16th century.
Each dish here is cooked in-house, with the ingredients bought in from local suppliers. The menu's split into three sections with foods sourced from sea, field and garden separated out. Cornish fish curry, steak burgers as well as health-conscious salads all feature under each separate header.
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You can't really miss The Gurnard's Head. The brightly painted old coaching inn stands out along the winding coast road west of Zennor. Today, it's a busy dining pub, owned by the Inken brothers and named after the nearby rugged headland.
The food here is fresh and seasonal, and features a lot of locally caught fish. At least some of the menu changes daily, depending on what's been grown/caught; however, the Sunday lunch is a constant and a big favourite among locals.
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Truro has seen a real resurgence of good gastropubs recently, and The Thomas Daniell on Infirmary Hill has become a popular spot. Having suddenly closed early in 2020, The Thomas Daniell was relaunched by James and Jamie in October that year, with a mission to create a food-led pub serving home-cooked dishes.
There's a wide choice on the menu, from Thai mussels to pan-fried duck breast. If you want something lighter for lunch, go for tacos or their chargrilled flat flatbreads. Sweet...
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If you like your food home-cooked and your portions hearty, this is the restaurant for you. The kitchen at Trevaskis near Hayle is part of a family-friendly farm, which also includes a farm shop, a pleasant walk and pick-your-own fruits.
The meat served in the restaurant is raised on the farm, and a lot of the fruit and veg is grown here, too. Anything that isn't grown here is sourced locally, such as their Newlyn fish. Highlights include Sunday lunch (book well ahead) and the famous...
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If you want a glimpse of old Penzance's history and new Penzance's character, call into the Benbow on Chapel Street. The old inn has been serving up rum for over 300 years, and even appears in the Treasure Island novel.
Inside, the decor is cosy and crowded, full of character and intriguing maritime artefacts. Tuck into a hearty plateful of locally caught fish, or choose a "mARRRRgaerita" pizza for the sheer joy of ordering it.
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Set in the heart of St Mawes, overlooking the harbour, this welcoming pub is a popular first stop for day trippers off the Falmouth ferry. With views across the water and the Roseland this is one of the most scenic spots to grab a bite in town.
The Rising Sun serves a contemporary menu throughout the day featuring a choice of pub classics with a modern twist using the freshest local ingredients. Along with an abundance of seafood offerings don't miss out on the slap-up roast dinner if...
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The legendary Moomaid has returned home to Zennor. This new ice cream parlour in Zennor follows in the hoofsteps of the much-loved Moomaid cafes in St Ives and Porthtowan.
The new parlour/take-away has a cosy interior, a string-light-strewn covered patio and a sun-trap of a garden at the front. It’s part of a recently renovated local craft centre, and the parlour itself sells delicious Cornish produce and unique Moomaid gifts.
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Birdies is a much-loved place among locals, visitors and bird spotters. It has an excellent location on the edge of the Hayle Estuary, and its large garden is the perfect place to look out for waders in the RSPB nature reserve (hence the name).
It's open for breakfast and lunch daily, and serves dinner on Friday and Saturday evening (times can vary seasonally - please check). A Birdies breakfast has to be one of the best ways to start the day (try the waffles and fruit, or the hearty...
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You guessed it, Kota Kai is Kota's sister restaurant, and chef Jude's more-than-capable hands are at the helm here too. Both the restaurant and its menu are more laidback, which means you can taste his signature flavours without stepping too far out the box.
Burgers and fish chips are on the line-up, as well as oyster, mussels and steak dishes, too.
Good to know: Dining with little ones can be tricky, but Kota Kai has you covered...
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With its exposed beams and granite walls, The Loft has an elegant rustic-chic interior, opening out into its covered terrace. The artists' quarter in St Ives is a lovely location for this laid-back restaurant, giving diners views over the rooftops and house jumble of the town, down towards the harbour.
There's a good choice on the menu - look out for their speciality, the chowder, or try the 24-hour braised beef cheek. This being St Ives, there's always good fish on the menu, and if...
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