Our favourite places to eat.
It wouldn’t be a proper holiday without a couple of meals out, so we have curated a list of local spots for whatever mood you and the family are in. Ranging from relaxed, informal café’s to more extravagant eateries, this list holds the answer to the question “Where do we eat tonight?”
Chilled Out Grub
Macdonalds Farm, Porthcothan https://www.macdonaldsfarm.co.uk/pizza-at-the-farm/
Great pizzas, BBQ, and other relaxed grub, huge kids play area and Alpacas!
Craftworks Secret Garden, Padstow https://www.craftworkskitchen.com
Another al fresco summer pop up with great burgers, burritos, and tacos in a fab setting just outside Padstow.
Rojanos, Padstow https://www.paul-ainsworth.co.uk/cafferojano/about/
Paul Ainsworth’s Italian inspired offering, the Whoopsy Splunker dessert is a fave with the kids!
Pizzas at The Doghouse, St Merryn https://www.thedoghousewateringhole.co.uk
Proper sand on the floor style bar with good pizzas to eat in or take away.
Pucellis, Padstow https://pucellisrestaurantpadstow.co.uk
Pizza and pasta with a stunning view of Padstow harbour, this family friendly Italian excels in hearty food in a relaxed atmosphere.
Four Boys Cafe, Rock https://www.fourboyscafe.co.uk
Newly opened but getting amazing reviews, these guys are on the beach in Rock so hop on the ferry from Padstow and stroll on up the sand.
Reggies, Padstow https://reggiescurry.com
Authentic and delicious curries to eat in or take away, Reggie’s is fast earning a reputation as the best curry house around.
Pubs and Wine Bars
Golden Lion, Padstow https://www.goldenlionpadstow.com
Great pub grub and the best Sunday roast in town!
Cornish Arms, St Merryn https://www.rickstein.com/restaurants/the-cornish-arms/
Rick Steins pub in St Merryn, good food, outside seating, and a good wine list.
Rafferty’s Wine Bar, St Merryn https://raffertyscafewinebar.co.uk
Another popular St Merryn option, classic wine-bar menus featuring local produce.
The Mariners, Rock https://www.paul-ainsworth.co.uk/the-mariners/about/
Paul Ainsworth’s pub featuring elevated pub classics.
A Bit Fancy…..
The Pig (and Lobster Shed) Harlyn Bay https://www.thepighotel.com/at-harlyn-bay/
Fabulous menus in a beautiful setting, choose either from the main restaurant in the house or the more chilled vibes at the Lobster Shed, located in the Hotels gardens. Open to non-residents but booking is advised.
No 6, Padstow https://www.paul-ainsworth.co.uk/number6/about/
Paul Ainsworth’s flagship restaurant, currently holding a Michelin Star.
The Seafood Restaurant/St Petrocs Bistro/Rick Steins Café https://www.rickstein.com
All based in Padstow, these showcase different elements of Ricks cooking. The Seafood is his original restaurant, St Petrocs is a bistro style, French inspired menu, while the Café is his most relaxed and informal option.
Prawn on The Lawn, Padstow https://prawnonthelawn.com/?loc=padstow
Funky vibes, amazing seafood and great cocktails.
Barnaby’s at Trevibban Mill https://prawnonthelawn.com/restaurant/barnabys/
Located on a vineyard just outside Padstow is another branch of the Prawn on The Lawn family with more of a focus on local produce and meat.
Duchy Grub, Higher Harlyn, St Merryn https://www.duchygrub.com
Small plates style eating with a huge following.
📸 Photo credit- Prawn on the Lawn