Diners' Choice: Hot spot restaurants in Cornwall

OpenTable

Updated 05 December 2024

Looking for restaurants that are the best hot spots in Cornwall? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you book, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Amanzi South African Restaurant Falmouth

4.9

4.9 (499)

£26 to £40

Southern African

Falmouth

About the restaurant

We are a small independent family-run restaurant located in the heart of Falmouth, Cornwall.

Carolyn and Ian - your hosts, would love to make your experience at Amanzi a relaxed, warm, and accommodating one. Born in Malawi and Zambia respectively, they spent most of their lives in South Africa; now residing here in Falmouth bringing all the flavours of Southern Africa directly to your plate.

We hope to see you soon, and that your dining experience with us will be memorable and different.

Top review

Mike

Dined on 6 Dec 2024

We had a really great meal and the staff were very pleasant. We’d definitely come here to eat again

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4.9

4.9 (132)

£25 and under

Contemporary British

Constantine

About the restaurant

We are SLICE and this is how we roll.
Slice is a unique cafe / restaurant in a relaxed location on the Helford, West Cornwall. We have a proud and unique vision, menu and customer service. Baya & Waffles are our heroes and unique to Slice.
We're open everyday & have something for everyone.

Top review

Dan

Dined 1 day ago

Great food and amazing service as always. We love eating here and giving my daughter the crayons to colour in while she waits for her food is such a nice touch. Thanks

St. Eia

4.9

4.9 (15)

£26 to £40

Bistro

St Ives

About the restaurant

St. Eia is an intimate wine bar & shop tucked away in the back streets of St. Ives, a stone's throw from Porthmeor beach and the Tate Gallery.

We serve seasonal bistro inspired food alongside wines which focus on conscientious farming practices and family values.

Daily changing wines by the glass and an ever expanding selection of super rare and exciting wines by the bottle at reasonable prices.

Top review

Freya

Dined on 12 Dec 2024

Very friendly staff, lovely vibe and atmosphere! Recommend for both a daytime coffee or evening glass of wine and food! Will be returning again and again!

Host St Ives

4.8

4.8 (270)

£25 and under

Contemporary British

St Ives

About the restaurant

Ingredients:
- One lovingly restored 19th century bank;
- Fifteen creative small plates full of flavour;
- Toped by three larger plates to show the chef's skill;
- Nine hand stretched, woodfired pizzas made with long fermented dough top with only the best ingredients.

Mix the above with great selection of quality Cornish beers and spirits and fold it carefully with a loving wine selection.

Turn the oven to exceptional service and bake it with a great big smile.

Serve it with friends and a double helping of good company!

Top review

Nigel

Dined on 13 Dec 2024

Always enjoy Host, one of the best restaurants in St. Ives

Tricky's at The Tolgus Inn

4.7

4.7 (504)

£25 and under

British

Redruth

About the restaurant

Tricky's Restaurant and Bar is a great place to dine. Our large restaurant offers cosy corners for intimate diners as well as space to accommodate large parties. We have created a varied menu to cater for all tastes and budgets. From light lunchtime bites to a hearty three course meal and, there's plenty for the children enjoy as well!

We offer fantastic food, wines, real ales and great service! Combine all these with a warm welcome and you can see why Tricky's is as popular as ever. Relax on Sundays and visit Tricky's - the home of the Sunday roast.

During the month of DECEMBER we are running a limited lunch and evening menu only.

If you would like to book for one of our Festive Lunches or Christmas Set Menus please call the restaurant team as we will require a pre-order and a deposit.

Top review

Sharon

Dined 7 days ago

Excellent service and food was lush Beautifully decorated for Christmas

Little Ears

4.7

4.7 (82)

£25 and under

Italian

Newquay

About the restaurant

handmade pasta restaurant coming to newquay, cornwall.

Top review

Tina

Dined on 7 Dec 2024

Delicious food / venison shank was exceptional. Friendly efficient service. Definitely will return

The Longstore, Charlestown

4.6

4.6 (275)

£25 and under

Steakhouse

St. Austell

About the restaurant

Welcome to The Longstore in Cornwall where we celebrate the best things life has to offer.

Top review

Steve

Dined 1 day ago

The food is always so good. Service always with a smile.

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Experience

YULETIDE SET MENU

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Hooked on the Rocks

4.6

4.6 (140)

£41 and over

Seafood

Falmouth

About the restaurant

Nothing quite captures the spirit of a Cornish summer than following a summertime dip in its azure waters with a plate of lusciously fresh local seafood. Happily, that's just the experience to be found here at Hooked on the Rocks, which is just yards from the shore of Swanpool beach near Falmouth.

Visit to experience local, sustainable seafood such as Falmouth Bay scallops, Falmouth Bay lobster or crab, whole fish from Newlyn Fish Market or a Shellfish Platter to share, all designed to satiate the appetite of any sandy‑toed gourmet.

Dogs are welcome in our heated awning area or on our sea view terrace.

Head Chef: Jack Frame

Top review

Kevin

Dined 1 day ago

Superb meal, pre Christmas lunch for 2, prawn crudo, lobster thermidor, skinny fries and chestnut sprouts. Poached pear with ginger was a delight too. If you really enjoy a place, it automatically has value. Wine list takes a great alternate path, loved the chilled Pinot from Languedoc We’ll be back

WAX at Watergate Bay

4.5

4.5 (705)

£25 and under

Gastro Pub

Newquay

About the restaurant

WAX is Watergate bays newest venue. The Bar and Kitchen offers you a chance to experience amazing food and drink while overlooking the iconic bay.

If your looking for a table of 6 or more please give us a call 01637 860353
Please note, our table turnover time is 1.5hrs

Top review

Helen

Dined 5 days ago

We really enjoyed a festive meal at WAX today. I love Watergate Bay and parking was free as it was out of season...bonus...nice beach walk with dog...bonus...then on to WAX where staff were friendly, food was scrumptious and atmosphere warm and welcoming x thank you, we are looking forward to our next visit xXx

The Upper Deck

4.4

4.4 (79)

£26 to £40

Bistro

Rock

About the restaurant

Relaxed Bistro Style Beachfront Restaurant & Bar with a large open air balcony/terrace that can be covered for eating outside. (with outside heaters and guest Blankets on the cooler days).

Dog friendly, seasonal and local foods of the highest standards served daily.

Local Cornish Beers and Spirits served, Exciting Seasonal Specials changed weekly & Sunday Roast service added on Sundays from October to March.

Monthly Supper Clubs and Special Regular events feature throughout the year.

The restaurant features breathtaking views across to Padstow, out to sea, over the Camel Estuary and across the vast beaches below.

The Padstow to Rock passenger Ferry docks just below the Restaurant every few minutes.

Open all Day for Breakfast, Lunch, Afternoon Teas & Cakes and Dinner.

Restaurant has just received a full refurbishment in September 2023.

Top review

StellaVIP

Dined on 14 Dec 2024

Fabulous food and great service just would have been nice to have been busier.

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Experience

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