St Mawes and the Roseland can get quite busy in peak summer season so we encourage you to plan ahead for evening meals. We have listed a few of our favourite local eateries so you can get in touch with them direct to make table reservations.
Please ask us for help with any specific recommendations.
St Mawes Hotel – Casual dining in a gastro pub atmosphere. Warm up by the fire on a rainy day, or enjoy a film in the Hidden Cinema. 01326 270 266; https://www.stmaweshotel.com
The Idle Rocks – Award winning restaurant specialising in seafood. Fabulous south facing water front terrace to enjoy a cocktail. Newly refurbished for 2024. £££. 01326 270 270; https://idlerocks.com
Hotel Tresanton – Fine dining in the restaurant & amongst exotic planting on their Mediterranean style sea view terraces. Spectacular beach club perched on the rocks. £££. 01326 270 055; https://tresanton.com/home/
The Victory Inn – Traditional pub serving food & local beer. 01326 270 324; https://www.victoryinn.co.ukEditJanuary 2024 - CURRENTLY CLOSED.
The Rising Sun – Very good pub food & a great patio for watching the world go by. Refurbished in 2023. 01326 270 233; https://risingsunstmawes.co.uk
Mr Scorse Deli – Homemade baguettes, soups & salads, plus pasties. Ask Jon to pack up a picnic for days out. Great selection of wines too. 01326 270 045; https://mrscorse.com
St Mawes Bakery – Home of Patrick’s Perfect Pasties. 01326 270 292
Fudge & More - For your Cornish fudge fix & the best ice creams in St Mawes. 01326 270 126; https://www.fudgeandmore.co.uk
C Food Cornwall - If you fancy a quiet night in, local cook Nika Hiney will deliver delicious hot evening meals to you at the B&B. There is crockery & cutlery in the guest rooms, so you can enjoy dinner with a sea view on your patio. 07703 831 144; https://cfoodcornwall.co.uk
Renwicks Cafe - Cream teas & light lunches in the glorious St Just in Roseland Church gardens (previously Miss V’s Tea Room). Perfect walk destination (1 hour from B&B).
PORTSCATHO
The Hidden Hut – The famous beach café at Porthcurnick Beach. Warm welcome, hearty food, great beach. Open 11am - 3pm, no need to book. Note all seating is outside. Good walk destination (2 - 3 hours from B&B, via Place Ferry). https://www.hiddenhut.co.uk
The Standard Inn - New from chef Simon Stallard (Hidden Hut). Cosy pub with beer garden serving local seasonal food. Very popular, booking essential. 01872 719 232; https://www.standardinn.co.uk
Scatho’s - Homemade gelato in the coolest gelateria in Cornwall. An absolute must visit. In the Square, Portscatho. https://www.scathos.co.uk
Tide and Thyme – Takeaway coffee & cakes with a wonderful view of Gerrans Bay. Just above Tatams Beach in Portscatho. (Previously known as Tatams).
Thirstea – Light lunches & cream teas in cafe above beautiful Towan Beach. Good walk destination (1.5 hours via Place Ferry), also National Trust car park. 01872 580 773; https://thethirsteacompany.co.uk
FALMOUTH
Sabzi Deli - Wonderful deli serving amazing salads to eat in or takeaway. Perfect lunch stop on a Falmouth day trip. (Also in Truro, Padstow, & Nansledan). No need to book. https://www.sabzideli.co.uk
Stones Bakery - Pop in for one of their irresistible buns and pastries whilst exploring the independent shops of Falmouth’s Old High Street. https://stonesbakedgoods.com
Gylly Beach Café - Laidback vibe on Falmouth’s best beach. One of our favourites for a day out. 01326 312 884; http://www.gyllybeach.com
IndiDog Eatery - Fabulous food and cocktails in a cool waterfront location. 01326 450 699; https://indidogeatery.com
