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Best Places to Eat in Falmouth

If you are looking for the best places to eat in Falmouth, our guide includes insights into the most popular restaurants, where you can sample the finest Cornish dishes!

Falmouth restaurants have access to top-quality, fresh, local produce due to farming and fishing being major economic drivers in Cornwall. The result is a wide range of delicious meals, including seafood caught by local fishing boats the same day that you eat it.

Falmouth Restaurants

Falmouth has a vibrant food and drink industry, with a diversified culinary scene from across the world. This seaside haven has everything, including elegant dining in one of the coastal hotels or high-quality restaurants! The quality of fish and farm products is among the best in the UK, and Falmouth restaurants thrive on this!

Come and taste the catch of the day at one of these best restaurants in Falmouth!

Falmouth Bars

Falmouth’s pubs and bars cater to all tastes, from award-winning real ale establishments to gastropubs. There are numerous excellent locations in the town centre and along the waterfront, as well as a few hidden treasures with harbour and seaside views.

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  • Chefs in kitchen

    01. Paul Ainsworth at No. 6

    6 Middle Street
    Padstow
    PL28 8AP

    01841 532093

    Ready for Michelin star cooking? Come to Padstow’s Paul Ainsworth at No. 6.

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  • English breakfast with cup of coffee

    02. Ben’s Crib Box Café

    S Quay
    Padstow
    Cornwall
    PL28 8BL

    07851604350

    If laid-back dining with views of a quay is on the agenda, look no further than Ben’s Crib Box Café. Delicious lunches, breakfasts and hot drinks await.

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  • oysters and red wine at restaurant

    03. Prawn on the Lawn

    11 Duke St
    Padstow
    Cornwall
    PL28 8AB

    01841532223

    Fresh seafood, small plates and a charming setting are just a few of the things on offer at this seafood eatery. You can uncover Prawn on the Lawn in Padstow, moments from the harbour.

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    04. Tabb’s Restaurant

    85 Kenwyn Street
    Truro
    TR1 3BZ

    01872 262110

    When it comes to fine dining in Cornwall, look no further than Tabb’s Restaurant. This fabulous eatery offers an intimate setting and mouthwatering dishes in the heart of Truro.

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  • The Olde Malthouse Inn, Tintagel
    Image Credits: Bill Harrison - CC BY-SA 2.0

    05. The Old Malthouse Inn

    Fore St
    Tintagel
    PL34 0DA

    01840 770461

    If you love traditional pub fare, why not make your way to this lovely inn in Tintagel? A laid-back atmosphere and access to the South West Coast Path can be enjoyed here.

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  • The Shore Restaurant, Penzance, Feature

    06. The Shore Restaurant

    13-14 Alverton St
    Penzance
    TR18 2QP

    01736 362444

    A unique, six-course menu takes centre stage at this Penzance restaurant. Come here to experience Bruce Rennie’s Japanese-inspired, seafood dishes that change on a seasonal basis.

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  • Fish Strand Quay in Falmouth

    07. INDIdog Eatery On The Harbour

    28a Market Street
    Falmouth
    TR11 3AT

    01326 450699

    When visiting Falmouth, a visit to INDIdog should be at the top of your list. Come here for dog-friendly dining, brunch and harbour views.

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  • Mackerel Sky Seafood Bar, Penzance

    08. Mackerel Sky Seafood Bar

    New Rd
    Newlyn
    Penzance
    Cornwall
    TR18 5PZ

    Perched in the heart of the Cornwall fishing village of Newlyn, Mackerel Sky Seafood Bar is a must-visit during a Cornish getaway.

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  • 09. Dolphin Tavern

    The Dolphin Tavern
    Quay Street
    Penzance
    TR18 4BD

    01736 364106

    This welcoming pub offers up locally-sourced ingredients and a wonderful setting in the centre of Penzance. Come here for a memorable meal.

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  • The Cornish Arms, Feature

    10. The Cornish Arms

    Churchtown
    St Merryn
    Padstow
    PL28 8ND

    01841 520288

    When visiting Churchtown near Padstow, we recommend stopping at the charming Cornish Arms for a bite to eat. Classic pub dishes with a special twist await.

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