Places to eat in St Ives

Chilito is a Mexican Bar and Kitchen on the Wharf front in St Ives so expect mind blowingly hot food and views!

Expects Nachos, Tacos, and Burritos (including breakfast ones too), cocktails and a free refill station for soft drinks. Being right on the harbour front, you can while away the time people and boat watching over your spicy food and drinks.

• Open 11am to 9pm
• Outside seating
• Dog-friendly
• Walk-ins only

⁠Brine is located at The Old Custom House in St Ives and serves delicious seafood treats and tasty cocktails.

Brine is open Wednesday and Thursday 12pm-8pm, Friday and Saturday 10am ’til 10pm and Sunday 10am to 3pm. Brine serves brunch, oysters and evening plates accompanied by great wine, cocktails and views of the harbour. Keep  your eyes peeled on their social media pages for supper club nights and steak nights every Friday from 5pm.

• Local Produce
• Dog-friendly
• Outdoor bistro tables
• Harbour Views

Bre Cafe is a small and peaceful cafe located at the top of Porthmeor Hill in St Ives so a good stop on the way to/ from Porthmeor Beach and the town centre from St Ives rugby club!

Expect delicious brunch, smoothies, smoothie bowls, homemade bread, ciabatta and cakes all washed down with Origin coffee.

• Local Produce
• Open Wednesday to Saturday 10am until 1pm
• Available for private hire with professional chef service

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⁠Crowst is located on The Digey in St Ives and will make your mouth water with yummy treats between 9am and 4pm

If you are familiar with St Ives, Crowst is where Source Kitchen used to be so in the heart of St Ives on The Digey just off Fore Street. Crowst serves sweet and savoury brunches, Matcha, speciality coffee, soft drinks and cocktails. It caters for the little ones too with a children’s menu (aged 0-10) and offers a mouthwateringly great seasonal menu for lunches.

• Local Produce
• Children’s menu available
• Open 9am to 4pm
• Outside seating
• Dog-friendly

The Razor Clam  is a surf and turf restaurant in St Ives on Tregenna Place.

This is a family-run restaurant located in the heart of beautiful St Ives. It is a charming place to eat where the staff offer a warm and inviting atmosphere with a focus on delicious seafood as well as grilled meat dishes.

The menu has a rich selection of seafood dishes which is perfectly apt given St Ives’ and Newlyn’s fishing heritage. There is a small selection of dishes for children too.

• Local Produce
• Children’s menu available
• Open every day, lunch served 12 pm – 3 pm and dinner served 5 pm – 9.30pm
• No takeaway option
• No outside seating
• Dog-friendly

ONZO is a Neapolitan pizzeria on the harbourfront of St Ives serving pizzas made from scratch in their authentic pizza oven open to view from your dining table.

If you’re after a steak, fish or a hearty bowl of pasta, their menu will tick those boxes. Enjoy a cocktail, a wonderful selection of wine or Italian beers while enjoying the harbour life and views from your dining table. If you just fancy an evening in or pizza on the beach, takeaway options are available too!

• Children’s menu with high chairs available
• Vegetarian options
• Vegan options
• Local produce
• Sea views
• Nearest car park is either The Sloop car park or St Ives train station

Mixing Cornish cuisine with creative cooking, Porthminster Kitchen offers 180’ views of the harbour front, a great spot to enjoy the views away from the busy street whilst enjoying some smaller plates and lighter options.

With a modern urban feel, Porthminster Kitchen creates wonderful fresh fish and seafood dishes and a curated wine menu to suit every dish for the ultimate dining experience. Wishing you could take the taste of St Ives home with you? Porthminster Kitchen has also created their own cookbook! With signature recipes created by executive chef Mike Smith, so you can recreate your favourite dishes at home!

• Dog-friendly (terrace only)
• Children’s menu
• Vegetarian options
• Vegan options
• Local produce
• Sea views
• Outside seating
• Nearest car park is The Sloop car park

If you are looking for a delicious steak or some tasty seafood, look no further than Reef & Beef on Fore Street, St Ives.

Reef & Beef claim not to be what you’re looking for if you’re looking for fine dining, cutting-edge techniques and experimental flavours. If on the other hand, you enjoy good honest cooking, fresh locally sourced produce, flavoursome food and hearty portions with a nod to the classics, all washed down with good value wines and yummy cocktails, then Reef & Beef is exactly what you’re looking for!

• Children’s menu
• Local product
• Nearest car park is The Sloop car park

Cintra Seafood Bar in St Ives is exactly the place you need to be if you want food directly from the sea, cocktails beachside, harbour views and a warm welcome.

Cintra also does Sunday Roasts so make sure you book ahead to avoid disappointment. The location can’t be beaten for a true St Ives dining-out experience. St Ives Harbour Beach is quite literally feet away and the views are simply mesmerising. This beautiful restaurant welcomes walk-ins and bookings and they are open 7 days a week 10 am to 10 pm.

Hub St Ives mixes modern interiors with the fresh nautical vibe St Ives is known for. Situated right on the St Ives harbour front, Hub St Ives boasts panoramic views of the harbour and some of the best burgers in the country!

Having won the National Burger Awards previously for its ‘Big Kahuna’ burger, Hub St Ives offers a range of burgers, dogs and sides, as well as a fantastic range of vegetarian and vegan options that will make your mouth water. Served alongside an extensive cocktail menu and local craft beers, this is the perfect spot for those looking for tasty casual dining or late night drinks.

• Dog friendly – in their bar area only
• Children’s menu
• Vegetarian options
• Vegan options
• Local produce
• Sea views
• Outside seating
• Nearest car park is The Sloop car park

Ardor is a new addition to Fore Street in St Ives, taking the place of Seafood Cafe.

Under the culinary direction of chef Dorian Janmaat, Ardor draws inspiration from the rich food traditions of the Iberian Peninsula and Mediterranean coast. Honouring its location in the heart of St Ives, this restaurant showcases the finest Cornish seafood and dry-aged meats, expertly prepared over charcoal to highlight their natural flavours. Visit Ardor to experience a taste of the Mediterranean in Cornwall.

•  Local Produce
• Vegetarian and vegan options
• Children’s menu available
• High chairs available
• Open every day, lunch served 12 pm – 3 pm and dinner served 5 pm – 9.30pm
• No takeaway option
• No outside seating
• Not dog-friendly

Visit their website for more information and to make a reservation.

Currently operating as a takeaway only, Blas Burgerworks was created around the concept of fresh food using sustainable suppliers, with a friendly communal seating style restaurant.

Blas offers some delicious homemade burgers created with fresh local produce and plenty of creative plant-based alternatives, these burgers have built a cult following with both locals and visitors. Blas Burgerworks is the ideal place to grab some good food and a bottle of Prosecco before heading to Porthmeor to enjoy the sunset.

• Vegetarian options
• Vegan options
• Local produce
• Nearest car park is St Ives train station car park

Self-proclaimed ‘Most romantic restaurant in St Ives’, The Mermaid Seafood restaurant is steeped in history, having previously been a sail loft, a lemonade factory, a puppeteer studio and is even rumoured to have once had a smugglers tunnel!

With a warm atmosphere and interiors full of character that will make you feel like you’re in old town St Ives, you can enjoy their collection of vintage St Ives photography and memorabilia whilst savouring some fresh seafood dishes. We recommend booking for this location, as tables often fill fast!

• Vegetarian options
• Vegan options
• Local produce
• Nearest car park is Island car park

Located up above the cobbled streets of Fore Street, the Beer and Bird is beautifully finished with a rustic yet sleek interior, with seating for dining and those just looking to enjoy one of the many craft beers on offer.

An independent family business, the Beer and Bird is known for just that, fantastic fresh craft beers on tap and some of the best fried chicken you’ll ever eat. If you have a plant based diet do not fear, Beer and Bird have created a wonderful fried non-chicken that could convert any meat-lover. Looking to go for a few drinks in St Ives? Beer and Bird also has a great cocktail menu alongside local beers and is the ideal spot to meet friends and take in the atmosphere!

• Dog friendly
• Children’s menu
• Vegetarian options
• Vegan options
• Local produce
• Nearest car park is The Launderette car park

One of St Ives top gastropubs, the Queen’s Hotel provides a relaxed atmosphere central to the hustle and bustle of St Ives.

Located in a late Georgian listed building this beautifully refurbished Cornish pub aims to provide you with the perfect pint and a superb fresh meal at a reasonable price. With an ever-changing menu of hearty pub classics you’d expect, these are all produced fresh using local meats, fish and veggies, making this some truly special pub grub indeed. We would recommend a Sunday visit, with their Sunday Roasts being particularly popular. True to their roots, the Queens Hotel is foremost a pub, and therefore this is a great spot for not only a good pub lunch, but also an evening of live music or a pub quiz with a Cornish ale!

• Dog friendly
• Children’s menu
• Vegetarian options
• Vegan options
• Local produce
• Nearest car park is The Launderette car park

Boasting the best sunset views in the west, Porthmeor Beach Cafe is a must visit for anyone staying in St Ives!

With panoramic views over Porthmeor Beach and the Island, this is the perfect spot to enjoy alfresco dining after a day on the beach, or wave watch over a hot chocolate in the winter months. Offering a selection of tapas options and plenty of freshly caught seafood dishes, you can share with friends and get a taste of what St Ives has to offer. If you’re an early riser we would highly recommend their ‘Build your own’ breakfast, because there isn’t a better way to start your day than with a fantastic breakfast on the beach!

• Dog friendly – On their outside terrace only
• Children’s menu
• Vegetarian options
• Vegan options
• Local produce
• Sea views
• Outside seating
• Nearest car park is Porthmeor Beach car park

Located right on St Ives Harbour front, Silco is run by the St Ives Liquor Co, a family business responsible for ‘St Ives Gin’ and boasts a menu built to complement the roots in which this was created.

With the wonderful sustainable ethos of ‘nothing goes to waste’, the leftover produce used to create the famed gin are then used within Silco as cocktail garnishes or as dish ingredients. Serving fresh seafood dishes and tapas style plates, you can enjoy views of the harbour from this harbourfront cafe whilst savouring some locally produced liquors just metres from the beach.

• Dog friendly
• Vegetarian options
• Vegan options
• Local produce
• Sea views
• Outside seating
• Nearest car park is The Sloop car park or Smeaton’s Pier

Palais Provisions really does offer an intimate cosmopolitan, chic ambience to enjoy the tastiest of cocktails and wines with some nibbles

Little Palais closed its doors at The Custom House on the Harbour Front but has now opened ‘Palais Provisions’ at their original location on Barnoon Hill. Palais Provisions is an extension of Little Palais and offers its most popular items such as LP Cocktails, natural wines, ciders and beers. It’s a haven for beverage enthusiasts! They’ll also be serving their renowned homemade ice cream. Having invested in new ice cream equipment, you can expect more delicious scoop flavours and they now have the addition of tonka bean waffle cones – yum.

– Children and small well-behaved dogs welcome
– Open Tuesday to Saturday 10 am – 5 pm

Often seen with queues outside through the summer months, the Scoff Troff is a great spot to grab some breakfast whilst visiting St Ives.

This industrial-style cafe is beautifully lit and adds pops of colour through its gorgeous crockery and friendly atmosphere, combined with some fantastic food inspired by the owner’s travels. Open for breakfast and lunch, we would highly recommend one of their scrummy breakfast boxes! And if you can’t get a seat indoors, why not take it down to the harbourfront to enjoy? Although mind the gulls!

• Dog friendly
• Children’s menu
• Vegetarian options
• Vegan options
• Local produce
• Nearest car park is St Ives Train station

Easy to find when wandering Fore Street, The Yellow Canary has been opening its doors since 1972 and is to this day an independent family-run business.

Recently refurbished, this relaxed coastal-inspired cafe serves some delicious freshly baked cakes and pastries and artisan sandwiches, all using locally sourced produce. The Yellow Canary also prides itself on its coffee, having worked closely with local suppliers to ensure you receive the perfect cup!

• Dog friendly
• Vegetarian options
• Vegan options
• Local produce
• Nearest car park is The Sloop Inn or the Train Station long stay

You’ll struggle to find a better location for a restaurant than Porthminster Beach Cafe! Located right on the sands of Porthminster Beach, sit out on the patio and take in the glorious panoramic views of St Ives Bay.

Even in the winter months, this is a dreamy spot to watch the storms, with the cafe now having an enclosed heated terrace! Serving beautiful dishes inspired by Asian and Mediterranean influences, Porthminster Beach Cafe uses the freshest ingredients as well as its own garden-grown produce!

• Dog friendly – on the outdoor enclosed & heated terrace only
• Children’s menu
• Vegetarian options
• Vegan options
• Local produce
• Sea views
• Outside seating
• Nearest car park is St Ives Train Station

Another restaurant boasting panoramic harbourfront views, the Talay Thai is a St Ives locals’ favourite!

Warm industrial-style interiors with Asian influences paired with sea views and a tantalising menu, their Thai street food-inspired tapas dishes are created with fresh seafood and Asian flavours. Talay Thai is a great spot for a fun evening sharing dishes with friends and family along with a cocktail!

• Vegetarian options
• Vegan options
• Local produce
• Sea views
• Nearest car park is The Sloop Inn or Smeatons Pier or The Stennack Laundrette

Situated in the Artist’s quarter of St Ives, The Loft Restaurant boasts some gorgeous views out over the town from their terrace (heated during the winter months!) and is idyllic for enjoy a beverage and bite to eat whilst exploring St Ives.

Inside the original beams, gorgeous rustic wood floors and exposed stone walls give you a true feel of The Lofts past life as a sail loft! Producing beautiful fish dishes and modern classics, The Loft offers a fine dining experience for a truly special meal out.

• Dog friendly – Terrace only
• Children’s menu
• Vegetarian options
• Vegan options
• Local produce
• Sea views
• Outside seating
• Nearest car park is The Sloop Inn or Smeatons Pier

Showcasing fantastic views over Porthmeor Beach from above, The Tate Gallery Restaurant is perfect for wave watchers and those looking for artistic inspiration.

Light and spacious, the decor is an extension of the gallery itself, with modern minimalism and an open-plan layout. Featuring an outdoor area as well as an inside restaurant, enjoy a cream tea or a freshly produced cake after exploring the Tate St Ives’ latest exhibitions.

• Vegetarian options
• Vegan options
• Local produce
• Sea views
• Outside seating
• Nearest car park is Porthmeor Beach short stay or Barnoon long stay

A new addition to the Porthmeor beachfront, West Pizza and Greek is the perfect spot to wander off the beach to watch the sunset after a day in the sea or sunbathe on the white sand.

Located as close to the sand as you can get, West Porthmeor is the perfect spot to wander off the beach to watch the sunset after a day in the sea or sunbathe on the white sand. A popular spot for visitors and locals alike, West Porthmeor is known for hosting outdoor dining on their beachside terrace, often accompanied by live music; the atmosphere during the summer months oozes good times! Their signature pizzas are not to be missed, and they now offer a full range of delicious Greek food, from mouth-watering Souvlaki to grill-sharing platters. These can be enjoyed while dining in at West or taken away to enjoy on the beach.

• Dog friendly
• Vegetarian options
• Vegan options
• Local produce
• Sea views
• Outside seating
• Nearest car park is Porthmeor Beach short stay or Barnoon long stay

Overlooking St Ives town, the Brewhouse Cafe is located at the top of St Ives near the large Trenwith Car Park and has incredible views across the whole of St Ives from above.

The cafe is spacious and offers open plan dining area that gives the feel of being outdoors, with a light airy feel and plenty of glass to make the most of that view! Serving a selection of light bites, sandwiches and homemade cakes, alongside a selection of their own St Ives Brewery beers and ales, their outdoor patio is an ideal spot to relax in awe as well as take that souvenir photo of St Ives.

• Dog friendly
• Children’s menu – No, but are happy to adapt
• Vegetarian options
• Vegan options
• Local produce
• Sea views
• Outside seating
• Nearest car park is Trenwith car park

Voted by Cobra Beer the best Indian Restaurant in Cornwall, Rajpoot Tandoori Restaurant is a must-visit!

If you are a fan of Indian cuisine, the Rajpoot will ensure you are satisfied whilst staying in St Ives. With a warm and welcoming atmosphere and an authentic Indian feel, the Rajpoot offers a selection of curries and specials, this is a ‘Bring your own beer’ restaurant, so make sure you bring a bottle with you! Having a night in and making the most of your St Ives holiday cottage? No problem, the Rajpoot also offers delivery!

• Vegetarian options
• Nearest car park is The Stennack Laundrette or Park Avenue or St Ives Train station

Believed to date back to around 1312 AD, The Sloop Inn is one of the oldest inns in Cornwall and is a popular spot for not only visitors, but locals, fisherman and artists.

Only a few metres from the beach, the Sloop is located right on the St Ives Harbour front and cannot be missed. Step back in time when entering The Sloop, with the bar having an authentic Cornish feel, almost feeling as if you are travelling aboard a boat. Enjoy some pub grub with a range of local beers and ales, or sit outside and take in the view (but mind the gulls!).

• Dog friendly (and cats)
• Vegetarian options
• Vegan options
• Sea views
• Outside seating
• Nearest car park is The Sloop Inn or Smeatons Pier or The Island

One for Rum fans (and wannabe pirates!), the Rum and Crab Shack located on the harbourfront is known for its extensive rum collection as well as its fresh seafood menu.

Home of their own ‘Dead Mans Fingers’ spiced rum, the Rum and Crab shack is run by a group of friends and offers a dark, ambient dining experience with fantastic harbour views. With a collection of over 100 rums, this is also a great spot for those wanting to experience the St Ives nightlife!

• Children’s menu
• Vegetarian options
• Vegan options
• Sea views
• Nearest car park is The Sloop Inn or Smeatons Pier or The Island

Porthgwidden Beach Cafe is the place to go if you fancy a spot for lunch or dinner with views that will keep you ordering more and more to stay at your table.

Porthgwidden Beach Cafe is so much more than a cafe! It offers delicious local food starting from breakfast to evening suppers and your whole family is welcome (including your dog!) under the glass-covered terrace which is heated. The cafe is perched above Porthgwidden Beach so is super easy to access and find. Bon appetit!

Visit their website by clicking on their name above or call them on 01736 799097

Found on the cobbled streets of Fore Street, Firehouse Bar and Grill offers sleek modern dining and an ambient space for drinks, right in the heart of St Ives.

Known for its locally sourced flame-grilled steaks, rotisserie grilled chicken and local seafood dishes, if you love a mixed grill or something BBQ’d this is a must-visit. If you’re wanting a trendy spot for a few after-dinner drinks, the Firehouse also has its own Gin Bar! Where they match their own dehydrated fruits with specialist gins to create the perfect ‘Gin and tonic’ creations.

• Children’s menu
• Vegetarian options
• Local produce
• Sea views
• Nearest car park is The Sloop Inn