Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Cornwall

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Updated April 05, 2025

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

Amanzi South African Restaurant Falmouth

4.9

4.9 (525)

£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

Mark

Dined on Apr 19, 2025

great authentic southern african food, relaxed friendly service, one of our favourite restaurants.

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4.8

4.8 (39)

£41 and over

British

Fowey

About the restaurant

Welcome to Narla – a modern dining experience rooted in Cornwall’s finest produce. We take familiar flavours and elevate them with creativity, precision, and a touch of playfulness. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply indulging in a great meal, we look forward to serving you exceptional food in a warm and inviting space.

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Gail

Dined on Apr 21, 2025

A wonderful dining experience from start to finish The food was amazing , presentation and flavours spot on ….. Fabulous service from all of the staff Chef came to the table which is always a good sign A must visit

Slice of Cornwall

4.9

4.9 (175)

£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.

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Sarah

Dined 7 days ago

One of the nicest meals I’ve ever had, if we ever visit Cornwall again will definitely be back!

Porthminster Kitchen

4.8

4.8 (2515)

£26 to £40

International

St Ives

About the restaurant

Porthminster Kitchen serves up a refreshing, playful take on Cornish cuisine, introducing a menu of smaller plates and lighter options which combine global flavours, fresh local ingredients and creative cooking.

We have stripped out much of what is unnecessary; dairy and gluten take a backseat in favour of fresh and exciting textures and flavours.

Porthminster Kitchen enjoys awe-inspiring panoramic views from its location in the heart of St Ives. From your vantage point above the harbour, escape the hustle and bustle and relax on our sun-drenched terrace, or gaze out from huge windows and take in the 180° view.
We are dog friendly but have limited space for our furry friends please let us know when booking to avoid disappointment.

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Annette

Dined 5 days ago

Fabulous as always. The freshest fish prepared to perfection.

The Chapel

4.3

4.3 (253)

£41 and over

Contemporary British

Bodmin

About the restaurant

Located in the jail’s Old Chapel, The Chapel combines gothic elegance with a unique sense of history to bring you an exquisite dining experience.

Delve into our seasonal à la carte or table d’hôte menus that have been carefully curated by our talented Head Chef and inspired by local ingredients, fresh flavours and classical cuisine.

We also serve a decadent Cornish breakfast menu in The Chapel Restaurant, offering a variety of options to set you up for a day of adventure, right from the hotel’s doorstep.

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Morag

Dined on Mar 24, 2025

Beautiful venue, great menu and very nice food, beautifully presented. The Pannacotta was out of this world! Definately will be back soon. Vouchers bought already for my mother-in-laws Mothers Day gift - for afternoon tea - I'm sure they'll love it too! Excellent, and thank you

Porthminster Beach Café

4.7

4.7 (4724)

£41 and over

Seafood

St Ives

About the restaurant

Nestled beneath the steep slopes of Porthminster Point, right on the beach with unbeatable and uninterrupted views across St Ives Bay to Godrevy Lighthouse. Now open all year round for coffee, lunch and dinner.
Porthminster Cafe in St Ives is a multi award winning seafood restaurant. The atmosphere is relaxed and friendly. The café specialises in Mediterranean and Asian seafood cuisine and is an oasis of taste and visual beauty.
A Holiday in St Ives would not be complete without going to the beach. Here at Porthminster Beach we have one of the cleanest beaches in the South West. We have been given the prestigious Blue Flag Award which guarantees the highest of standards.

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Alfie

Dined on Apr 21, 2025

Such a lovely atmospheric and dreamy place the service is top notch with the staff caring and very pleasant the food is always wonderful just a lovely 5star experience

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Popular dish

Porthminster Fish Curry

4.8

4.8 (1321)

£25 and under

Continental

Hayle

About the restaurant

The Old Forge holds value to the ethos of high quality ingredients, great flavour, yet simple dining served with warmth and humility.

With our small team of kitchen and front of house staff, we aim to provide a relaxed experience, with consistency, control and quality. Serving seasonal, cheerful and nostalgic food.

Breakfast reservations 9-10.45am
Lunch reservations 12-230pm
Dinner reservations 5-830pm
Coffee and drinks served throughout the day.

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Andrew

Dined 2 days ago

Food was excellent as always. Great service from friendly staff. Thank you 🙂

Ugly Butterfly by Adam Handling

4.9

4.9 (1328)

£41 and over

British

St Ives

About the restaurant

Ugly Butterfly, located in the iconic Carbis Bay, just a mile from St Ives in Cornwall, opened in August 2021. In keeping with Adam’s ethos, there’s a strong focus on sustainability.
There’s no such thing as an Ugly Butterfly, in the same way as there’s no such thing as food waste.

The restaurant and bar offers a relaxed experience, with surreal surroundings. We are lucky to
have one of the most beautiful views of the Cornish coast, overlooking the ocean so that guests can
watch the dolphins and seals. The sound of the ocean and the innovative utilisation of our local
ingredients makes guests forget they’re even in the UK.

Our afternoon tea experience takes guests on a journey around Cornwall, celebrating the
best of Cornish produce. The tea itself is grown on the Cornish Tregothnan Estate – the first tea fields in the UK.

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Steve

Dined 5 days ago

Excellent food, amazing menu & superb presentation, excellent service, fantastic location - what’s not to like! If you get a chance to go, then jump at it without hesitation!

Argoe

4.9

4.9 (152)

£26 to £40

Seafood

Penzance

About the restaurant

Argoe is a casual harbourside restaurant serving the best of local Cornish produce. We focus on fish and seafood, landed here in Newlyn, and take inspiration from traditional European methods of cooking. Our dishes are served to be shared, arriving from the kitchen as they are ready and accompanied by minimal intervention wines from our taps and a small selection of Cornish and UK made ciders, spirits and soft drinks.

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Patricia

Dined 5 days ago

Fabulous fish & shellfish, beautifully cooked and generous portions. We'll definitely come again.

Host St Ives

4.7

4.7 (300)

£25 and under

Contemporary British

St Ives

About the restaurant

Bar, Pizzas & Snacks! Service with a smile from a team that really cares is at the core of what we do in our lovingly restored nineteenth century building!

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Erin

Dined 6 days ago

Absolutely incredible food, lovely atmosphere and such lovely staff- they really made the experience perfect, so friendly and welcoming! Definitely recommend to anyone looking for amazing food and an intimate dining experience!

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