Seafood
The Mote
Location 9 Fore Street, Port Isaac, PL29 3RB t: 0845 468 1148 w: www.the-mote.co.uk e: info@the-mote.co.uk The Mote lies on the harbour front of the historical fishing village of Port Isaac. The 15th-century building, one of the oldest in the village, is lovingly decorated and offers a warm welcome by day and an enchanting ambience by night. All ingredients are fresh, regional and seasonal, including local specialities of crab and lobster. If you’re up early, you can watch the daily catch being landed on the doorstep. The current owners are now in their 14th year and boast a winning combination of a highly experienced catering crew, a stunning location, an historical building beautifully furnished, and a world-class Cornish larder. Book ahead and reserve the harbour-view table on the second floor, or one of the outside sea-facing tables. The Mote is open every day for morning coffee, lunch, afternoon cream teas and a full à la carte evening service.
NC £20 to
£25
Open: Mon-Sun 10am-10pm Seafood
Rick Stein, Porthleven
Location Mount Pleasant Road, Porthleven, TR13 9JS t: 0845 468 1067 w: www.rickstein.com e: reservations@rickstein.com Situated alongside the harbour, this Rick Stein restaurant offers stunning views of this perfect Cornish fishing town. The menu is brimming with local, seasonal produce and dishes inspired by Rick Stein’s travels around the world. Choices from the à la carte menu include Indonesian seafood curry, salt and pepper prawns, and classic Cornish fish and chips. Lunch and early-evening set menus are also available, which feature dishes such as coarse pork and herb terrine, whole devilled mackerel, and passion fruit crème brûlée. The restaurant also boasts a roof terrace, perfect for soaking up the Cornish sunshine and taking in the vistas while enjoying a cocktail or two – or, as the temperature drops, cosy up under a blanket and watch the sun set from one of the best seats on the harbour. Keep an eye out for other special offers, which take place throughout the year.
SI £20 to
£30
Open: Mon-Sun noon-3pm, 5pm-9.30pm Seafood
The Point at Polzeath
Location Polzeath, PL27 6QT t: 0844 502 9275 w: www.thepointatpolzeath.co.uk e: restaurant@thepointatpolzeath.co.uk Set in the hills above Polzeath, this family-friendly restaurant enjoys stunning views over the countryside towards the sea, Pentire Point and Newlands Island. The contemporary restaurant offers comfortable seating both inside and out, with sliding glass doors leading to a large balcony where diners can enjoy the view of the Cornish coastline. The menu features classics such as fish and chips and locally sourced mussels, as well as Scandinavian-inspired seafood chowder. The Point was voted one of the top 30 places in the country to enjoy fish and chips. Over the past six years the restaurant has built its fantastic reputation for great local food, served with a smile. 2017 saw the launch of the Bear Bar, where visitors can enjoy a small bar menu, a great range of beer and ale, and refreshing cocktails.
NC £22 to
£28
Open: hours vary seasonally, please see website for details 4
Cornwall Guide 2019